Stop playing bad disc golf in the winter! Discs fly differently in cold and warm conditions due to the effects of temperature on the disc’s material and the surrounding air. Here’s a breakdown of the factors: 1. Effect on the Disc Material • Cold Weather: Plastics and composites used in discs tend to become stiffer and less flexible in the cold. This stiffness can make discs more overstable, meaning they resist turning over during flight and tend to fade harder at the end. • Warm Weather: Warmer temperatures keep the disc material more flexible, often making them behave as less stable, which may result in more turn during flight and less pronounced fade. 2. Effect of Air Density • Cold Air: Air is denser in colder temperatures because molecules are more tightly packed. Denser air increases drag and lift, potentially slowing the disc and making its flight more sensitive to minor release angles or imperfections. However, the increased lift might allow for slightly longer flights with optimal throws. • Warm Air: Warm air is less dense, resulting in lower drag and lift. This can make the disc fly faster but slightly less stable, with a tendency for a lower trajectory compared to flights in cold air. 3. Grip and Handling • Cold Weather: Your grip might suffer in the cold due to numb or stiff hands, making it harder to release the disc cleanly. • Warm Weather: Warm temperatures make it easier to maintain a firm grip, improving control and release consistency. Practical Tips for Adjusting to Temperature Differences • In cold weather, consider using a disc that is slightly more understable than your usual choice to counteract the increased stability from stiffer plastic. • In warm weather, you might want a disc that’s slightly more overstable to counteract the effects of reduced air density and softer plastic.
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