Does More Spin Actually Give You More Disc Golf Distance?

Do you need more spin to throw farther in disc golf after 40? In this TechDisc test, I measured my disc golf spin rate at 59.9 MPH to find out whether 1,074 RPM is helping my distance — or holding me back. This is Part 1 of my Disc Golf Distance After 40 spin test. After working on my nose angle, I started wondering if spin was the next thing costing me distance. My arm speed was already around 60 MPH, so instead of simply trying to throw harder, I wanted to know whether my spin rate matched my throwing speed. My TechDisc numbers: Functional speed: 59.9 MPH Functional spin: 1,074 RPM But is 1,074 RPM enough spin for a 60 MPH disc golf throw? Instead of guessing, I compared my TechDisc data to other players throwing at similar speeds. In the 50–60 MPH group, the median spin rate is about 1,020 RPM. At 1,074 RPM, I’m above the median and still inside the middle 50% of that group. But my arm speed is 59.9 MPH — right on the edge of the 60–70 MPH group. In that group: Median spin rate: about 1,187 RPM Lower edge of the middle 50%: about 1,113 RPM That means my spin doesn’t look like an obvious problem for my current speed, but it gives me something worth testing. Can I create more disc golf spin without increasing arm speed? And if I can increase RPM while keeping my speed around 60 MPH, will it actually produce more distance? That is what I test in Part 2 using the Par Save Snap Trainer, TechDisc, and a rangefinder. For Masters players, that’s the bigger question: how much distance can we gain by using the speed we already have more efficiently instead of simply trying to throw harder? If you're a Masters player looking to play smarter and play longer, this channel was built for you — help me out and hit subscribe. Play smarter. Play longer. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 Do I need more spin? 00:10 Why I checked spin after nose angle 00:31 Why the right speed comparison matters 00:39 My baseline: 59.9 MPH 01:27 My functional spin: 1,074 RPM 02:02 Comparing the 60–70 MPH group 02:22 What the numbers actually tell me 02:57 What I’m testing next 03:24 Masters 40+ CTA + nose angle video 🔗 DISC GOLF DISTANCE AFTER 40 Watch the full Disc Golf Distance After 40 series here:    • Плейлист   Nose angle test that led to this video:    • You Have Enough Arm Speed - So Why Aren't ...   TOOLS / GEAR USED IN THIS VIDEO Par Save Snap Trainer: https://parsavedg.com/ Use code MASTERSLINE26 for 10% off. Disclosure: Par Save sent me the Snap Trainer used in this video. I may earn a commission if you use my code, at no extra cost to you. TechDisc: www.techdisc.com Not an affiliate link. GEAR I USE GoSports Golf Practice Hitting Net: https://amzn.to/3MN6weG DJI Mic Mini — 2 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case: https://amzn.to/4pjxmJ2 Smartphone Holder / Vertical & Horizontal Tripod Mount: https://amzn.to/4p9tFoW SENSYNE 62" Phone Tripod & Selfie Stick: https://amzn.to/4apMbpX UURig Extendable Selfie Stick Tripod: https://amzn.to/4jdBDMw AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE Some links in this description are affiliate links. If you purchase through one of those links, I may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. #discgolf #discgolfdistance #mastersdiscgolf