[Question] Line up of mid-ranges in the bag?

[The Shide]

My favorite mid is a Champ Gator. For forehand anhyzer shots I've used a DX Wolf. For straight shots I've used a X-Link Medium Ibex. I've been experimenting with a Star Kite to use for longer right to left flick shots. And I've been using a Big Z Buzzz lately in place of the Ibex. It's been an ongoing tuning of the mid lineup. If I had to drop down to only 2 mids, it would be the Gator & probably the Buzzz. The Buzzz can handle turn-over shots fairly well, so it makes the need for the Wolf or Kite redundant.
Oh, and I've experimented with the Obex & the Suspect. Nice discs, but just too many mids for one bag, in my opinion.

 

[KniceZ]

Z Wasp / z buzz / DX stingray

 

[SpiderWaffle]

More info here, I'd like to have 3 mid-ranges (maybe 4 if I really start to throw them more).
Have a Buzzz SS, soon have a proxy, Replacing Gstar rhyo with Scale/Harp or similar, use a banshee a lot (want to learn a slower more finesse OS mid for the shorter shots instead of throwing the banshee)

So what two mid ranges to complement that? Roc3 and Buzzz are strong candidates for neutral/mild stable; Gator, Verdict, Bard, or Buzzz OS for OS mids.

 

[SD86]

More info here, I'd like to have 3 mid-ranges (maybe 4 if I really start to throw them more).
Have a Buzzz SS, soon have a proxy, Replacing Gstar rhyo with Scale/Harp or similar, use a banshee a lot (want to learn a slower more finesse OS mid for the shorter shots instead of throwing the banshee)

So what two mid ranges to complement that? Roc3 and Buzzz are strong candidates for neutral/mild stable; Gator, Verdict, Bard, or Buzzz OS for OS mids.

You might consider adding the Shark3 to your list of candidates. The Roc3 is beaded, the Shark3 non-beaded. The Shark3 is a bit more overstable than the Roc3, and might be the disc you want for that "slower, more finesse OS mid" compliment to the Banshee.

 

[tylerc]

I got 3 z wasps overstable to slightly flippy, 1 kcpro wasp (flat top roc) for hyzerflip turn overs, and an old z comet for super flippy stuff. I also carry a justice and 2 tridents for overstable shots and really short fairway shots

 

[FriedInTheDesert]

If you want to keep it simple, get a lucid verdict or a z wasp. If you need more beef use your banshee.

 

[VictorB]

What's your philosophy on spectrum of stability and variance of discs types specifically for mid-ranges?

I've almost always been a Roc guy (up until very recently, now use Ghosts) so that kind of lends itself to throwing baseline plastics, which leads to cycling midrange discs. I like having the same feeling disc in my hands for lots of different type of shots. I really also believe that if you learn the life cycle of a disc in baseline/mid grade plastic you will learn more about a disc than what it does only when new - basically what a premium plastic disc tries to stay for as long as possible.

In my tournament bag, you can usually find me carrying 3-4 ghosts and 1 comet. The ghosts are mainly protege/gravity (1 new protege, 1 new gravity, 1 worn in gravity), with one pinnacle for shots that need a more overstable finish. The comet is a nice compliment since you can throw it at a lower speed and still get midrange distance, easier to finesse than the faster/more overstable ghost.

There's not really a wrong or right way to approach how you handle your lineup. It's really just a matter of philosophy. I learned everything I know about disc golf - from how to throw, to how to approach the game - over at DGR. I kind of absorbed that style and have had what one of my friends calls a 'DGR Bag' for a long time.

Cycling discs isn't just a choice, it's a way of life

 

[zendragon]

More info here, I'd like to have 3 mid-ranges (maybe 4 if I really start to throw them more).
Have a Buzzz SS, soon have a proxy, Replacing Gstar rhyo with Scale/Harp or similar, use a banshee a lot (want to learn a slower more finesse OS mid for the shorter shots instead of throwing the banshee)

So what two mid ranges to complement that? Roc3 and Buzzz are strong candidates for neutral/mild stable; Gator, Verdict, Bard, or Buzzz OS for OS mids.

If you like the feel of the Buzzz, go with that and the Verdict and you'll be covered.

 

[Stardoggy]

2006 USDGC Rancho Champ Roc
2008 USDGC Sanny Champ Roc
Proto Star Mako
XT Roc (or XT Atlas, depending on which way I rolled out of bed that morning)

Thanks a lot, Dave.

 

[T_Mac]

Beat ESP Buzzz/Wizard
Z Buzzz
Buzzz OS

 

[kenjiac]

My Midrange line up from US-OS
Beat DX stingray
Worn KC Pro Roc
DX Roc3
Star Gator
FLX Drone

 

[blake13]

Demon
Warrior
Element


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[dorseymatt]

I've been doing a lot of practice with midranges of late, which has led to a few things that were not in the bag now being contenders for being in the bag. I'll be narrowing this down to 6 or so discs, but right now, this is what I'm working with:

Significantly understable: beat-up McPro Roc3 (this is staying)

Understable/straight: seasoned Z Comet, new Z comet, new Z Buzzz SS, new Mako3, worn ESP Buzzz, worn Rancho Roc

stable/straight: Z Buzzz, opto (or whatever) Warship, fresh Rancho Roc, new-ish McPro Roc3

slightly OS: Fresh Z Buzzz, star Roc3

So... I have some cutting down to do. That's like 13 discs, all of which I like!

 

[Hyzenberg]

I run two setups:

(3)Dx Rocs, Roc3 and MAKO3 (Really the Roc's could fill any slot but Im really confident with my Mak03 and the Roc3 just gives me the fresh Roc feel with a touch of extra distance. DX's I'll grab alot for flex shots and straight control shots)

DX Roc, ROC3, MAKO3 and Sockibomb Compass (DX Roc is a throw away for tight hole with water or cliffs. Roc3 same as above, Mako3 same as above and the Compass for wind but is used like my Roc3)

 

[Bardu]

I like to cycle rocs.

 

[Stevo]

Been pretty slim on mids for a while...
Glow Gator
FR Pinnacle Ghost (stable, slightly OS)
FR Protege Ghost (stable)
FR Icon Gauge (stable to US)


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[coldsweat]

I rotate pending on the course with a couple of constants:

Constants: ESP Zone, X Comet (love these two, just very comfortable with them)
Rotatory: Handful of Rocs, Couple of Buzzz's, A bunch of wizards and another Comet

 

[tbird888]

Three Rocs, Two Zones

Rocs
USDGC Champ for beef
KC Pro for straight with very mild fade
Ontario for turnovers

Zones
Well-seasoned Glo Z for long straights to fade
CryZtal for fresh Zone things

 

[lukas123]

Champion Glow Gator
Gateway Warrior
KC Roc
beat KC Roc

 

[esc1]

A Z Buzzz is enough for me.. Swap for a Wasp on windy days. Powered down Firebird and forehands cover the rest. Occasionally I'll throw in an extra putter that is beat if the course calls for it. I use a Nutsac primarily so no room for others. I also like knowing the Buzzz inside and out so another reason to keep it minimal. If I had five mid molds it would be hard to get consistent with them all