Overview

• Researchers at Berry College analyzed the thumb positions of 24 disc golfers to determine the best grip for disc performance.
• The study involved 600 throws using sensors to measure angular speed, translational speed, and torque.
• Findings indicate that a thumb position approximately 3 cm from the disc's outer edge yields the best launch speed and spin rate.
• The study highlights a strong linear correlation between spin rate and launch speed, suggesting improvements in one enhance the other.
• Further research is encouraged to explore the effectiveness of the 3 cm thumb position across different disc sizes.