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==Variations of flying discs== [[Flying disc sports|Flying discs]], also known as "frisbees," have variations produced for different purposes to optimize alternatives between branches of disc sports. The three main categories are: ultimate disc, golf disc, and freestyle disc.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Disciplines |url=https://wfdf.sport/disciplines/ |access-date=2023-02-15 |website=WFDF |language=en-GB}}</ref> ===Ultimate disc=== {{stack|[[File:Frisbee-forehand-top-2.jpg|thumb|An ultimate frisbee.]]}} Ultimate discs are designed to be used in the sport of [[Ultimate (sport)|Ultimate]]. Ultimate discs are made of durable plastic (often [[polyethylene]]) and are designed to be thrown for maximum distance and accuracy.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Shields |first=Laura G. |title=Building the Ultimate Ultimate Disc |url=https://blogs.scientificamerican.com/observations/building-the-ultimate-ultimate-disc/ |access-date=2023-02-16 |website=Scientific American Blog Network |language=en}}</ref> Ultimate has a unique standard with a diameter of {{convert|10.75|in|cm|lk=on|order=flip}} and a weight of {{convert|175|g|lk=on}}.<ref>{{Cite web |title=ζιι£ηιθ΄ζε |url=http://www.szfda.cn/buying-guide/ |access-date=2023-02-16 |website=ζ·±ε³εΈι£ηθΏε¨εδΌ |language=zh-CN}}</ref> For competitive uses, WFDF or other official organizations set disc standards to ensure quality.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2020-11-06 |title=Disc Standards {{!}} USA Ultimate |url=https://usaultimate.org/programs/disc-standards/ |access-date=2023-02-27 |language=en-US}}</ref> ===Disc golf=== [[File:Disc_golf_discs_from_Disc_Golf_Course_on_Toronto_Island_2.jpg|thumb|Disc golf discs in a target.]] Another type of flying disc is the disc golf disc, which is used in the sport of [[disc golf]]. Disc golf discs are similar in size and shape to ultimate discs, but have different weights and designs.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Wilson |first=Nicholas |title=How Discs Are Made |url=https://roguediscs.com/blog/how-discs-are-made |access-date=2023-02-16 |website=Rogue Discs |language=en}}</ref> The material used to make golf discs is [[polypropylene]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Red |title=How Disc Golf Discs are Made: The Complete Guide |url=https://discgolfnow.com/how-are-disc-golf-discs-made/ |access-date=2023-02-27 |website=DiscGolfNOW.com |language=en-US}}</ref> There are three main types of golf discs: drivers, mid-range discs, and putters.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Disc Golf Equipment {{!}} Northeast Texas Community College |url=https://www.ntcc.edu/visitors/disc-golf-ntcc/disc-golf-equipment |access-date=2023-02-15 |website=www.ntcc.edu}}</ref> Each type is designed for a specific purpose, with drivers being used for long-distance throws, mid-range discs for more controlled shots, and putters for short and accurate throws into the [[Basket (disc golf)|target]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Bestdiscgolfers |date=2018-10-12 |title=How Disc Golf Discs Are Made? |url=https://bestdiscgolfers.com/how-disc-golf-discs-are-made/ |access-date=2023-02-16 |website=Best Disc Golfers |language=en-US}}</ref> The rim for golf discs are sharper than ultimate frisbee, to reduce [[Wind resistance|wind drag]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Disc Dimensions |url=https://spilmandgc.org/disc-dimensions/ |access-date=2023-02-27 |website=Spilman Park Disc Golf Club |language=en-US |archive-date=February 27, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230227004409/https://spilmandgc.org/disc-dimensions/ |url-status=dead }}</ref> Each type of golf disc has hundreds of variations, subject to a uniform requirement in the size of discs: the minimum diameter of a golf disc is {{convert|21|cm|abbr=on|lk=on}}.<ref>{{Cite web |last=dgentry |date=2008-09-11 |title=Current Disc Golf Equipment Manufacturer Guidelines |url=https://www.pdga.com/technical-standards/manufacturer-guidelines |access-date=2023-02-26 |website=Professional Disc Golf Association |language=en}}</ref> ===Freestyle disc=== {{stack|[[File:Frisbee_freestyle_claudio_cigna_2009.jpg|thumb|Freestyle disc]]}} Freestyle discs are another variation of flying discs that are used in [[Flying disc freestyle|freestyle Frisbee]] competitions. These discs are usually smaller and lighter than other types of flying discs. Most freestyle discs have a diameter of {{convert|25.5|cm|in}} or less and a weight of around {{convert|160|g}}, but this is subject to change according to the performer's need.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Freestyle |url=https://wfdf.sport/disciplines/freestyle/ |access-date=2023-02-15 |website=WFDF |language=en-GB}}</ref>
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