I know there was some gnashing of teeth of the retirement of the ball golf course at the University, but a disc golf makes much more sense given that it is less dangerous to pedestrians, TRAX trains, and cars who pass closely by, park, or sit near the course. The course is dry right now, given that they are still working on construction for what I think will be new dorms at the University. In any case, disc golf course will never take any where near as much water as a ball golf course since it doesn't require water-hogging greens.
The view from the 12th basket is the best. The 13th tee is nearby and here Catinlap, while taking in the view, is also looking towards the 13th basket, tucked into the trees on the right. I managed to end up in one of the construction trenches on my throw.
Saturday, August 22, 2009
Friday, August 21, 2009
New Disc Golf Course!
The University of Utah has installed a new disc golf course to replace part of the defunct golf golf course. Will wonders never cease?
I only wish they had the course when I was getting my degree at the U, although it might have been detrimental to my study time between classes, it would have been a nice break in the day to get in 18 baskets. If that were the case, I probably would be a much better disc golfer today. Oh well, I suppose I will settle for the positive side effects of being studious.
Catinlap and I played the course yesterday. While the holes are generally quite short, they do have tree challenges and will offer the backhand exclusive thrower a heiser-heavy round of play. Lefty backhanders and righty forehanders should be in good stead, as I was since I throw right forehand for driving pretty much exclusively. We folk can throw and nice right-tending hook around trees rather well. The poor righty backhander tends to hook left, and that is a tough call at this course without the heiser.
In all it was quite a fun course--although not extremely challenging, it makes for a fun afternoon. I can't wait to play it more.
I only wish they had the course when I was getting my degree at the U, although it might have been detrimental to my study time between classes, it would have been a nice break in the day to get in 18 baskets. If that were the case, I probably would be a much better disc golfer today. Oh well, I suppose I will settle for the positive side effects of being studious.
Catinlap and I played the course yesterday. While the holes are generally quite short, they do have tree challenges and will offer the backhand exclusive thrower a heiser-heavy round of play. Lefty backhanders and righty forehanders should be in good stead, as I was since I throw right forehand for driving pretty much exclusively. We folk can throw and nice right-tending hook around trees rather well. The poor righty backhander tends to hook left, and that is a tough call at this course without the heiser.
In all it was quite a fun course--although not extremely challenging, it makes for a fun afternoon. I can't wait to play it more.
Monday, August 17, 2009
Wilhelm Disc Golf Team Reunion
Prior to karmaking111's wedding, the Wilhelm Crew reunited for annual Wilhelm Reunion Challenge 2009. Karmaking111 and Catinlap ended up with 19 over, although the official scorecard says that Karmaking111 was 18 over. I (not pictured) was 18 over and the Croin (back) was 16 over.
It was a great round and good to reunite all the Wilhelm disc golfiteers.
It was a great round and good to reunite all the Wilhelm disc golfiteers.
Sunday, July 26, 2009
Side arm (forehand)
Here I'm throwing sidearm (forehand) because I can't throw backhand due to shoulder problems. I find that side arm works for most of the holes at Solitude, but it is challenging on some holes. The disc flies opposite to backhand.
Backhand
Here Catlinlap demonstrates a backhand throw at the Solitude Mountain Resort Disc Golf course hole 11. It is a tricky hole, given all the trees.
Friday, July 24, 2009
Days of 47 Disc Golf Classic!
Catinlap and I were sadly the only entrants in the D47GC, but it was a good day anyway. Cat won by 5 strokes, but I put in a very good showing for my first opportunity of the season with an 81. Don't ask what par is. I'll smack you.
This is also the only 365 day self-portrait I have that contains another person.
This is also the only 365 day self-portrait I have that contains another person.
Saturday, December 13, 2008
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Wilhelm Disc Golf Invitational 2008: Ready to Throw
The Croin, LateJC, Hopabout, and Molly steel themsevles to enjoy a fine day of disc golfing at Solitude Mountain Resort. I received a few calls mid-course from invitees wondering if we were actually going to have the tournament. As if. Slackers.
Wilhelm Disc Golf Invitational 2008: Lower Northstar
Here Catinlap takes his second throw from mid-range. He landed fairly near the basket. He had 2 birdies. This, I believe, sets a Wilhelm Invitational record.
Wilhelm Disc Golf Invitational 2008: The Croin throws the Hippy
The Croin took up using his favorite disc, "The Hippy," despite its colors. It is rather easy to lose discs of such a color scheme, you see.
Wilhelm Disc Golf Invitational 2008: Mainstreet
Here the crew ponders the final 1,219 hole. A good day was had by all. I ended up with a 75 because of a disruptive family who turned my par chance on Mainstreet into a triple bogie. Blah!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
