{"id":252,"date":"2023-12-02T20:06:28","date_gmt":"2023-12-02T20:06:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simplydiscgolf.com\/?p=252"},"modified":"2023-12-02T22:00:25","modified_gmt":"2023-12-02T22:00:25","slug":"best-discs-for-backhand-throws","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplydiscgolf.com\/best-discs-for-backhand-throws\/","title":{"rendered":"The 15 Best Discs For Backhand Throws (2024)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Here’s how we picked this list of the best discs for backhand throws (skip ahead to jump straight to the reviews.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learning the ins and outs of disc golf means taking in a mammoth amount of information- throwing technique, disc reviews<\/a>, wind reads, shot strategy, etc. Let’s take it back to simpler times and discuss the humble backhand. Do you consider yourself a backhand thrower? Chances are, you’re in the majority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many of us learn the backhand first (unless you’re one of those freakish, naturally gifted forehand-dominant players), and there is no shortage of discs to choose from. But are some discs just better suited to backhands, especially when it comes to learning the game? We think so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join us as we dive into the 14 best discs for backhand dominant disc golfers- we’ll cover discs that we believe are suited to a wide variety of skills and abilities; hopefully, you’ll come away with some fresh insights (and maybe a new disc!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are a beginner learning the ropes, you can learn the basic disc golf rules<\/a> after reading this backhand disc review!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An Overview Of Backhand Throws<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to maximum distance, some disc golfers swear by their backhand, whereas some strictly insist on using their forehand. Even though it’s an ongoing discussion on various forums (that often ends up spinning into threads of technique commentary and pretty helpful YouTube video links), we think that backhand throws are the way to go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While a few players can throw forehand shots farther than their backhand, overall, more players can throw backhand farther. We’ll quickly cover the mechanics of backhand throws; if you’re curious, you might pick up a tip or two to extend your potential distance. Or get your throws to fly straighter<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Understanding Your Backhand<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A couple of big things separate backhand and forehand (or sidearm, as some refer to it): your range of motion<\/strong> and muscle groups <\/strong>that are utilized. With backhand, your range of motion is farther: the disc travels from behind your body to a full extension outwards. The disc is able to fly farther due to having that range of motion to gather speed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You’re also utilizing different (and larger) muscle groups to generate power when you’re throwing backhand. You’ll draw from your arm muscles and your legs, hips, core, and shoulders to drive that disc explosively. Forehand shots also use these muscle groups to a lesser extent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your wrist is also an important player here. Your wrist angle determines your throwing angle, and the main three are hyzer, flat, and anhyzer. <\/strong>You’ll complete your follow-through upon the disc’s release, carrying all your motion to the side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A powerful and accurate backhand can allow you to achieve a variety of shot types, and the more you practice, the better equipped you’ll be out on the course! Some intentional backhand shots executed with an understable disc, for example, include rollers, hyzer flips, and turnover shots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Makes A Good Backhand Disc?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The beauty of backhand is: any of the four types of discs<\/a> (distance drivers, control or fairway drivers, mid-range, and putt and approach) can be used! Determining what makes a good backhand disc will require a closer look at the flight ratings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speed, glide, turn, and fade: these four numbers will tell you how the disc will behave. Luckily for you, backhand shots can be used with any speed rating,\u00a0provided that you have the arm power for it<\/em>. The higher the speed number, the more potentially frustrating the disc will be if you aren’t able to power it up the way it requires to fly. For beginners, lower speeds are where it’s at.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just like speed, any amount of glide is excellent for backhands. We’re partial to discs with higher glide ratings as they can be more forgiving, especially for beginner disc golfers. For maximum distance, you’ll want a disc that soars- so noting the glide rating can be helpful when you’re out buying discs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turn and fade will mainly dictate the direction of the disc’s flight path. The turn rating will help you understand where the disc will head once released from your hand. For example, a disc with a turn rating of -5 and a speed rating of 5 would be considered a very understable midrange disc<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Understable discs tend to be more favorable for slower arms and rollers<\/a>, as the disc will fly straight for a tad longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The fade number dictates where the disc will go near the end of the flight path. On the typical RHBH throw, discs tend to fade to the left. Very overstable discs are designed to fade hard and are typically utilized by more intermediate to advanced players who select them for a specific need or shot type.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There’s no hard and fast rule for what makes a disc a “backhand disc.” However, there is a plethora of discs out there that can suit your skill level and help improve your backhand throws. Discs also have a funny way of pointing out significant form errors, so be sure to practice throwing discs within your skill range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We’ll include our suggestions for the best disc golf discs for beginners working on their backhand at the end! But for now, let’s get into distance drivers and mid-range discs that will suit backhand dominant players.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best Disc Golf Drivers For Backhand<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In no particular order, here are some of our favorite distance drivers for backhand throws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MVP Volt<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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MVP Volt Flight Numbers:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • Speed<\/strong>: 8<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Glide<\/strong>: 5<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Turn<\/strong>: -.5<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Fade<\/strong>: 2<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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