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NAME: |
Kevin Tomasaitis |
| HOMETOWN: |
Canton, MI |
| PDGA #: |
24218 |
| 2011 PDGA RATING: |
989 |
| BORN: |
1981 |
| STARTED IN DISC GOLF: |
1998 |
| day gig: |
Irrigation Tech |
| HOT FINISHES: |
49th, 2008 Worlds2 top ten SuperTours, 20081st, 2007 Motor City Open1st, 2007 Byron Big D |
| MEMORABLE DISC GOLF MOMENT |
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I signed up late for the 2005 BHMO (Hambrick). So I was forced to sign up as a pro in my tenth overall tournament. I didn't expect much and had a horrible 1st round. I came back in the next two rounds and finished 1 spot from cashing. BUT WAIT, I still qualified for USDGC!! Stoked beyond belief, I made the 3 1/2 hour trek home smiling the whole way. One week later I receive a call from the tournament director, they made a mistake, and I was the one person bumped off the list. Drag...
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| Kevin's Disc Golf Tips |
I come from Michigan, where it's rather cold for several months a year. Some choose hibernation and hope to start fresh every spring. But most in Michigan have the desire so bad, they'll play in a foot of snow at zero degrees. How do they do it? It does take a small investment, but you must have the 'must haves.' Waterproof socks and boots are key. Many, many layers, and don't skimp on the gloves, a good pair of gloves goes a long way to keeping you're game's best instrument comfortable.
To beginners in the world of competitive disc golf: PUTT PUTT PUTT. It isn't the name of the game, but it should be. Practice correctly and often.
A key I have found in throwing a long drive is rhythm. You don't need a huge run up or a 360 approach. All it takes is a smooth straight release. Again, practice makes perfect, well not all the time, but mostly.
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COURSES YOU SHOULD PLAY: |
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Comments |
Cass Benton
Northville, MI |
A very challenging mix used during 2000 worlds. Designed by Tony Kroes along with Discraft's own Mark Ellis. |
Lake Shore
Ypsilanti, MI |
It's what disc golf should be. Set on an old ball golf course. Long and short and tons of fun. 28 hole layout with more to come. |
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Carrol Marty
Ames, IA |
A great layout with tons of great memories from the Iowa Worlds. My kind of course with lots of overhands and a great flow to it. |
Riney B Park
Nicholasville, KY |
Lexington needed a tougher course and they got it right. The hardest layout proves to be very challenging and perfect A-Tier type course. Love the area and this course is a homerun. |
Flip City
Shelby, MI |
Bill McKenzie is owed all the thanks in the world for creating this 24 hole, disc golf haven. Changes in terrain and the new addition of concrete tee pads, I can easily call this my favorite course I have ever played. It literally 'ROCKS.' |
| In The Disc Golf Bag: Drivers |
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Comments |
Z Force
(max weight)
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This disc is incredibly fast and stable. It goes along way with a consistent stable finish.
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Z Stalker
(max weight)
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This disc flies straight like a Buzzz with a little more pep. I use it for any straight shots over 350 ft.
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Z Flick
(max weight) |
No tree stands a chance when this comes out. Throw it high and let it do the work. I use it on thumbers from 325-375ft.
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ESP Flash
(173 gm)
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An extremely fast disc that will flip but isn't too weak to hold a tight turnover line. It is always a selection for long range tailwind shots.
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ESP Surge
(173 gm)
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Mind you this disc was always a turnover disc for me but I spent plenty of time working it in. It's the only disc I'll ever use for back hand rollers, just a fantastic roll.
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| In The Disc Golf Bag: Midrange |
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Comments |
Z Buzzz
(178 gm) |
I am fortunate enough to own some 2FR Buzzzes and they are a treat. Great as a tailwind driver and tight shots in the woods. I also use it for some trick shots when in trouble.
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D Buzzz
(178 gm) |
I have 8 or 9 prototype D Buzzzes and still looking for more every day. It is the perfect starter disc and often finds its way in to many top pros bags. Everyone should own a D Buzzz.
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ESP Drone
(175 gm) |
This is my favorite disc to throw. I always feel confident inside 325ft with a Drone. It holds the truest line known to man.
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| In The Disc Golf Bag: Putt and Approach |
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Comments |
D Magnet
(173.5, I weighed it) |
I do believe it is the best selling disc in Discraft history. So all those people can't be wrong. Dead straight with great float, sometimes it seems almost effortless.
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D Rattler
(173 g) |
This disc provides me much help when I make mistakes off my drive. It is a great catch disc, and learning tool for beginners.
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D Challenger
(max weight) |
Stable and predictable. It may have left as my #1 putter but it will never leave my bag.
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