A flying disc that weighs at least 135 grams (look at the packaging)

Sunglasses (optional)

Practice, practice, practice!

2torial #0469: Learn2 Throw a Flying Disc "All Riiiight, Great Throw!" Way back when the world was a simpler place, kids threw hubcaps at each other - and orthodontists were happy campers. Those metal monsters could take out a set of teeth like nobody's business! Fortunately for legions of free spirits everywhere, someone invented a plastic flying disc. This is what most of us today call a Frisbee. Flying discs now come in various sizes, generally defined by weight. A lighter disc will travel faster and be more maneuverable than a heavier one. A heavier disc, however, will be more stable, and travel farther than a lighter one. Heavier discs are better for windy conditions, such as the beach, and make great all-purpose discs to keep in your car's trunk. There are two main factors to consider when throwing a disc; forward momentum and centrifugal force (spin). In other words, a well-thrown disc will have both sufficient wrist "snap" AND force behind it. Wrist snap is often overlooked by novices, but is essential to throwing the disc successfully. Two additional important considerations are the angle to the ground at which the disc is released, and the point in the throw at which the disc is released. If this all sounds confusing, don't worry too much. With disc in hand, your physical instincts will kick in and grasp the mechanics fairly quickly. You'll learn two throws here which will serve you well in most situations. Method 1: The Basic Backhand Throw This throw provides the foundation for building your throwing skills. Subtle variations in angle and release point will produce straight, right-banked or left-banked throws. The necessary force is produced not only by arm strength, but also by your body's mass moving forward with the throw. Method 1 - Step 1 Method 2: The Basic Sidearm Throw This throw is more difficult than the basic backhand, but is very useful when playing games such as Ultimate. Again, subtle variations in angle and release point will produce either straight or banked throws. Method 2 - Step 1