What's for Breakfast?
A question that a touring disc golfer always seems to ask themselves is, “What Should I Eat?”, especially when it comes to breakfast. Val and I have tried everything from filling diner-style breakfast to a minimalist breakfast bar and all in between. Finding the perfect breakfast is different for every player, but one thing is for sure, it has to give you enough energy to get through that first round. Traveling around the country, it’s hard to find a consistent food or restaurant chain that is healthy and has the right combination of sustainable nutrition that we need as athletes.
Homeward Bound through the Southwest
After all the fun in Kansas it was time for Val and I to take Big Blue off for a new adventure into unknown territories of the Southwest.New Mexico and the Pendaries Village in the Santa Fe National forest is our destination.
The drive was flat but beautiful in its own way. As we started heading up and up and up and we knew we were getting closer. When we got there we were surprised to find ourselves at 7,800 feet on a ball golf course playing disc golf surrounded by mountains. It was absolutely breathtaking! Playing on tour in the same places every year it is tough to get excited to play anymore, but we were genuinely excited for the weekend.
Tornado of a Time in Kansas
With this year’s spring tour coming to an end, it seems fitting that extreme weather would be at our doorstep. We knew that heading to Emporia, KS, for the 2012 Glass Blown Open the weather would be as spontaneous as it has been every trip we've made there. Mother Nature did not disappoint this year. There has been a scary trend over the last few GBO’s with perfect conditions early in the week but less than desirable conditions (cold, rainy, and windy) as the event started. This year we were lucky enough to avoid the rain and cold but the wind was enough for everyone to handle.
Titanium Buzzz Released
The Titanium (Ti) project was first brought to me after my win at the 2011 Worlds Championships. I was immediately excited about the project and could not wait to see the first proto-types. Ti is an ultra-premium plastic, that’s focus is on durability and style. With a metallic-look and natural imperfection in the color blending, Ti is as much a piece of art as it will be a crucial disc in your bag. Ti is specifically designed for Team Discraft’s Champion players and will highlight Paige Pierce, Eric McCabe, and myself.
Worlds Prep
Last week Val and I traveled to Charlotte, NC to play the Carolina Clash, and check out the courses we will play for the 2012 World Championships. I have played Rennaisance (Renny) before but Nevin and Bradford were new for me.
Nevin was a wooded course that has the feel of a typical San McDaniel design. The course is anchored by control and patience. Even playing the entire course from the short tees, it is easy to see that you don’t want to stray far from the fairway.
