The bases look identical.
One thing I just thought of;
These baskets will let high putts in that would normally hit the top/ or band on a full sized basket. The top assembly is so much smaller than a standard basket, your putt gets a little extra room to drop. My innova mod still has a full sized top, so I can still get banded. Not sure if anyone cares but I figured I'd throw it out there.
Ok, who has slammed some discs into this thing?
And also seen what it looks like in person. Could I sit this out in my backyard for a few years without it turning into an eye sore?
Yeah I'd been holding out forever using my Innova Discatcher Traveler for the past year when I wanted narrow target putting. I'm going to get this in the next few months.looks awesome. i remember wanting to cop a gateway bullseye basket when i was looking for a practice basket, but it was significantly out of my price range. i wish this had existed back then, gonna have to tie the chains on my basket until i can find a good reason to grab one of these... such a great price point on this.
I still am perplexed by the appeal of this small basket concept.
Why not just throw a disc at a 2x4?!
The high putt comment actually makes it even worse to me.
The basket looks legit thats not my point nor am i ripping anyone who bought etc keep your pants on. I love disc golf but don't get these at all. Its ONLY good for short range putting practice?
As previously mentioned, I have a Gateway BullsEye basket and I really don't enjoy it.
It's construction is great but far more often I will head downstairs for a putting session on to quickly return upstairs after a few rough chain outs cause blinding rage.
I still am perplexed by the appeal of this small basket concept.
Why not just throw a disc at a 2x4?!
The high putt comment actually makes it even worse to me.
You're saying that I couldn't practice 30 to 40 footers with some success, let's say 50 percent or better on this basket?
I should also add that the Marksman seems to be of better quality materials and better/improved general design when compared to the DD Recruit (1st gen) and Westside Black baskets, both of which I have extensive experience using, assembling, disassembling, and transporting.They really should sell just the top part of the basket as well,just the chain and band assembly. Enough people already have a DD Basket and you could easily just swap out the band and chains for the smaller ones when you want to putt.
Thanks for the review KDFrosty!