7 Essential Accessories For Disc Golf

Like most other sports, disc golf has many different accessories that help players improve their game. Some help with improving grip, reading depth perception, playing in bad weather, and improving players’ games in general. The market for disc golf accessories has been surging since the recent spike of players during the pandemic and a new level of competition. This article will go into detail about the most prevalent accessories used today by new players and professionals. 

UDisc App

Although not a physical accessory, the UDisc app is one of the most used resources for players. It provides a directory of over 13,000 courses, with a detailed map for each one. It leads players through each course by directing them to the next hole and allowing them to record their scores along the way. Although Udisc used to be free, the app now charge $14.99 per year for member to record scores

Grip Sacks

Small handheld sacks are sold in all different shapes with a common goal – to enhance grip. These sacks aim to remove moisture from a player’s hands in hot, sweaty, or wet conditions. They also sometimes double as an item that players can showcase on their bag.

These sacks are made of a multitude of ingredients, but most commonly rosin, dirt, and chalk. Almost every big-name disc brand sells grip sacks with their brand on it, but other businesses like Sportsack or Whale Sacs have become popular for their sacks.

Friction Gloves

Along with grip sacks, friction gloves are a must-have for playing during bad weather. PDGA approved and loved by many, they provide a constant grip and can help players reach greater distances. 

Mini Markers

Although not necessary to play a round of disc golf, companies also sell these miniature discs, mainly called minis. A disc golf mini marker is an item that will mark a player’s lie after they have thrown a disc. Players can replace their disc with this mini so that they do not step on or jump on their previously thrown disc. It is also less of a distraction to a player.

Putting a mini marker down allows a player time to dry off their disc and put it back in their bag. There are also mini disc golf competitions! This video features the US Mini Disc Golf Championship. There are courses that are specifically made for using minis.

Towels

This might be an obvious one, but towels are a necessity on the disc golf course. I personally pack at least three because being without one can be a nightmare. Towels are mainly used in disc golf to dry off discs when they get wet from rain, water, or sweat. Playing in competitions without a way to dry off a disc can cause a major lack of grip and control. Players can use any towel they want, but small ones are preferable for transporting them and fitting them in a disc golf bag.

Disc Retrievers

Disc retrievers come in different forms. I commonly see long, extendable sticks. Other times, players have retrievers that have a string attached and can almost use a fishing tactic to guide a disc to shore. Regardless, the primary purpose of these disc retrievers is to save your disc from being lost in a tree, roof, or water forever. 

Rangefinders

Rangefinders, used mostly in regular golf to increase the pace of play, are becoming more popular in disc golf. They are designed to measure the distance between two objects - in this case, the tee to the pin. They provide a competitive edge for players with a near-perfect estimation that helps the player to decide which disc to use and how hard to throw it. PDGA rules say that it is allowed in tournaments, but players must still abide to the thirty-second excessive time rule.

Disc golf has many different accessories that help players improve their games and techniques. From improving grip to reading depth perception, there are many great tools to help strengthen a player’s skills.