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If you are a professional discus thrower or a beginner, it’s important to choose a
high quality Athletic Discus. If you buy the wrong one, you will face many
problems while playing the sport. This blog helps you understand the critical
factors determining your decision to select the right discus.
You can’t go to the shop and start buying the Discus. It’s essential to brain storm
some questions before picking up the right one.
1. Looking for a high rim or low weight?
2. High spin or low spin?
3. Rim finish and rim profile?
4. Which plate finish do you need?
Let’s focus on the Critical factors you need to consider while selecting the Discus.
How far you are throwing, and what does your Throw Look Like?
The rim weight is directly proportional to the spin rate. The higherthe rim weight, the higher the spin rate. Moreover, the higher the force produced by the athlete to enable the discus to spin at an optimum rate. Understanding the distance and your throw is crucial for determining what discus will be appropriate for you.
What Hand feel you like?
Discus throwing is a personal experience that depends on a lot of factors. A good discus thrower will have the ‘feel of a disc. When you touch the discus, you can sense the rim on your fingers. It’s imperative to have a good and comfortable contact between your fingers and rim to transfer energy, break inertia and get the discus spinning.
What other factors to consider?
1. How long have you been discus throwing? Don’t invest in a high spin discus or a low spin discus if you have just started.
2. What level of competition am I contesting?
3. What’s my budget?
Understand your throw and skill first before buying the Discus Training Equipment.
