Study Reveals Optimal Thumb Position for Enhanced Disc Golf Throws

Research suggests a 3 cm thumb placement from the disc's edge improves launch speed and spin rate.

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.