Disc golf is scored in the same manner as ball golf. Each throw is added to your tally. As with ball golf each hole is given a par rating. A common strategy for a par-three hole, as in golf, would be drive (long hard throw toward the tee), chip (medium throw to the "green"), putt (short toss into the basket). A typical course would be 18 or 19 holes. Many disk golf courses are in open, grassy public parks, but more challenging courses are set in semi-wooded and hilly areas.
There are a wide array of discs, divided into two basic categories: putt and approach discs, and drivers. There are several classes of drivers intended for different distances. Mid-range drivers tend to be the most versatile discs, and are very good for beginners. For longer drives there are many variations of long-range and extra long-range drivers.
Stability is one of the most important disc properties when choosing a disc.
There are three stability classifications, based on the behavior of a disc when thrown using a level right-handed backhand:
Physics
The stability of a disc depends on a number of factors, including the weight, size and shape of the disc and the speed with which it is thrown. Thus, a disc that is overstable for one player may be stable or even understable for another.External links