If you're new to the sport of disc golf, you may have heard some experienced players throwing around terms like "hyzer" and "anhyzer." While these terms might sound confusing at first, they're quite simple to understand. In this blog post, we'll explain everything you need to know about hyzers in disc golf. By the end, you'll be throwing hyzers with the best of them!
What is a Hyzer?
In disc golf, a "hyzer" is a type of throw where the disc is angled downwards towards the ground. This angle of release causes the disc to fly on a low, flat trajectory. Many players find that hyzers are helpful for throwing around obstacles or getting under tree branches.
How to Throw a Hyzer
Throwing a hyzer is quite easy! To start, simply grip the disc in your hand and cock your arm back as you would for any other throw. As you begin your forward motion, tilt your wrist downwards so that the leading edge of the disc points towards the ground. This will cause the disc to leave your hand on a low, flat trajectory. Remember to follow through with your throw and watch as the disc sails toward its target!
Common Mistakes When Throwing Hyzers
One common mistake that players make when throwing hyzers is not tilting their wrist enough. This can cause the disc to come out of their hand too high, resulting in an inaccurate throw. Another mistake is not following through with their throw. This can cause the disc to lose momentum and stall out in mid-air, well short of the intended target.
What are the Best Discs For Throwing a Hyzer?
When it comes to which type of disc is best for throwing a hyzer in disc golf, some specific criteria should be kept in mind. In disc golf, there are four main types of shots: the drive, approach shot, upshot and putt. A Hyzer is a type of shot specifically used when attempting an approach or drive.
The goal with a Hyzer angle is to create a leftward curve on the flight path of your throw (for right-handed players). Generally speaking, you want to use an Understable/Turnover Disc for this type of throw. This means you will want to look for discs with low-speed ratings (7 or below), lower stability ratings (-3 or less) and higher glide numbers (4-6).
Discs with these characteristics will typically start straight before at some point curving hard left as they slow down and lose their energy later in the flight. Examples could include the Innova Teebird+, Big Z Nuke OS, MVP Axis, or Latitude 64 Bolt just to name a few off the top of my head! Experimenting with different discs can also be very helpful in figuring out what works best for your style as everyone's technique can differ greatly from person to person.
Once you wrapped your head around how each type of disc behaves under certain conditions, it will become much easier to apply them to any given situation while playing around your local course! Good luck out there!
Conclusion
We hope this blog post has helped clear up any confusion you had about hyzers in disc golf. Remember, throwing a hyzer is easy--just grip the disc, cock your arm back, and tilt your wrist downwards as you release the disc. With a little practice, you'll be nailing those hyzers in no time!
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Ed Staton
Ed Staton
