Drumheller Planning

[TheDruid]

For all those planning on going to Drumheller this weekend we should meet tomorrow (Tuesday, Aug 1, 12:00pm) at lunch and discus the details of campsites, rides ect. Who's in?

[Mr. Analog]

I just sent this to Jason but I should post here too:

I should let you know now I won't be making the trip. I've managed to get an appointment set with my financial planner and a real estate agent my dad knows all at once. As you know my plans for some time have revolved around getting a house (or a condo, but at the very least a mortgage) and it's all starting to happen with increasing velocity. The other side of the coin is [dads] marathon training, I guess he forgot that Lost Egg was this weekend and he wouldn't have been able to come with us this year (which sucks) but he would also have been my ride.

I know this kind of sucks but it's all been fairly sudden (i.e. today). Hope you understand.

[Thorin]

If a mortgage is all you want, you're welcome to take mine.  It's brand-spanking new again, all nice and shiny.

[Shayne]

Boo Mr. Analog Boo

Melbosa EDIT: To hide the secret identity of members.
Lazybones Edit: Would not have been an issue if it was posted in the Private Disk Golf Group Sub forum

[Mr. Analog]

I know this is something that I've been looking forward to for a year or so it sucks that it's all happening now though

[TheDruid]

Priorities man, Priorities...

[Mr. Analog]

Well, first meeting with the bank went well, I got some much needed information!

[Shayne]

Perhaps bank stuff should be split into a more "secure" and perhaps relevant topic?

Anywho, our meeting at lunch went well, its been decided that Druid and myself head out Thursday night and nab some primo sites and get a head start on the booze.  Our fellow golfers will be meeting us at the site some time mid Friday afternoon at which time we will drink more booze and get a practice round in.  Fridays evening activities will include again more booze and poker will be the distraction and nerve calmer before the games begin early Saturday morning.

[Shayne]

Advanced - the top amateur division, available to all amateur players. Required division for amateur players born 1966 or later with ratings > or = 915. Tournament experienced players who have played disc golf for 3 years or more, and developed consistency. Throw 300-450 feet, make 5-7/10 putts from 25-30 feet, have different shots in their arsenal. Score range: < 59.

Intermediate - available to amateur players of all ages with player ratings < 915. Developing players who have played 2-3 years and are gaining consistency and experience. Throw 250-350 feet, make 5-7/10 putts from 20 feet, learning different shots. Score range: <63.

Recreational/Novice - available to amateur players of all ages with player ratings < 875. For beginning and casual players who are learning basic FrisbeeŽ and disc golf skills. Throw 175-300 feet, make 3-5/10 putts from 20 feet, can throw backhand with some accuracy. Score range: 63+

Given that as the explanation of the skills and their divisions I guess that makes me an Intermediate in almost every way, though I still think Druid would be in Advanced

[TheDruid]

25-30 feet is a long put, even for me, I think i could do it 5/10 at best of times.
In tournament play im lucky to break under 60
Im 3 years in play right now
I my arsenal of shots include the fore-hand, fore-hand... and my amassing fore-hand. I cant really back hand or hammer all that consistently.

I would say im on the edge of Intermediate and Advanced, defiantly in-between. The question is, do i join a group that i just squeak into and defeat is assured, where i'll ride the bottom of the ranks all weekend. Or do i goin a group where i can compete in the top 5, and have a chance to compete against people i know.

[Mr. Analog]

Please everyone take lots of photos this year and send them to Thrilldisc or myself we'll post them on the EDGA site.

Thanks!

[TheDruid]

Does anyone know how a players rating works, like what does 915 rating mean?

[Shayne]

I'm leaning towards novice, while I have some skills on Rundle, thats a course ive played 100x, on a new course that actually demands a midranged game I dont think Im out of the noob category yet.  First round will be the telling sign, and Im with Druid on this...

The question is, do i join a group that i just squeak into and defeat is assured, where i'll ride the bottom of the ranks all weekend. Or do i goin a group where i can compete in the top 5, and have a chance to compete against people i know."

[TheDruid]

25-30 feet is a long put, even for me, I think i could do it 5/10 at best of times.
In tournament play im lucky to break under 60
Im 3 years in play right now
I my arsenal of shots include the fore-hand, fore-hand... and my amassing fore-hand. I cant really back hand or hammer all that consistently.

I would say im on the edge of Intermediate and Advanced, defiantly in-between. The question is, do i join a group that i just squeak into and defeat is assured, where i'll ride the bottom of the ranks all weekend. Or do i goin a group where i can compete in the top 5, and have a chance to compete against people i know.

If you think about it... Advanced Amateur is for guys on the edge of going pro... im no where near that skill level.

[The Silver Surfer]

well you guys have a great time! Sorry  wont be there