2007 VPO [Archive] - PDGA Discussion Board

my_hero

Sep 14 2007, 02:35 PM

Here's the SuperColor disc. Discraft will be printing them this week or next. Thanks to Don O'Connell for the work he did to put it together!

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http://img5.glowfoto.com/images/2007/09/14-1041146770T.jpg (http://www.glowfoto.com/user_imageredirect.php?iid=1715762)

cgflesner

Sep 14 2007, 03:37 PM

So how is the ADGA/Mace VPO going to go down?

I mean is Brian going to take over the event or is it gona be a joint effort?

seewhere

Sep 14 2007, 04:24 PM

he said Joint :D

my_hero

Sep 14 2007, 05:04 PM

So how is the ADGA/Mace VPO going to go down?

I mean is Brian going to take over the event or is it gona be a joint effort?

If it's a MaceMan event will you play it? :D

Brian might be the vendor for the plastic. It might tie into his NTX series. That's all.

daltonseabolt

Sep 14 2007, 06:46 PM

i cant wait telll this one and nice stamp

arlskipshot1

Sep 14 2007, 07:56 PM

I will be the tournament official and Claydog and I will be running the event for the ADGA. Brian has been a friend of mine for a long time and as the years have come and gone I've often consulted him about things to do with the VPO and the club since I've been here from the beginning and throughout it's history and been a part of it all every year while he's been living the high life. (color me green)
He was here at the start and has talked up the event all over the country so I consider any input he has as valuable which is why I asked him to consider helping out personally this year and I was pleased that he was so willing.
There is a possibility that making the VPO a part of the NTS would enable us to solicit sponsorships more successfully since the money would be tax deductable and this may be the road we will begin to travel. We'll see, but in the mean time Brian has agreed to make himself accessible along with Maceman Gear to help us with the event and I personally can only see it helping us to grow in the future.

cgflesner

Sep 15 2007, 10:29 AM

my_hero

Sep 15 2007, 08:47 PM

For sure. My 2nd round was a 72, drove for an easy 65 but didn't hit anything outside of 15-20 feet. :confused: Just not conditioned for 48 holes in 1 day. :DThen, 2nd best round of the field in the championship layout but lost 2 spots alone in that silly 9000' final 9. :confused: :p :D

discgolfdog

Sep 15 2007, 10:25 PM

There will be no final nine this year. On Sunday you will play the championship course, (possibly modified from previous years) of 24 holes and then the tournament will be over, the keg tapped and the ace golf in the oaks will start soon after. How's that for a runon sentence. :o

arlskipshot1

Sep 15 2007, 10:32 PM

Thats cool.

And yes John I will play it. Played good enough to beat you last year. :eek:

Think we need to do some work on hole C, that was a krap shot last year. It used to be a hyzer over the trees and now it is a hope and pray hole.

Chris, there is a very real chance that we won't be playing the "C" hole this year. The proposal at the moment is to play "A", "B", and "F" holes ( old #1, #2, and #9 ) for a small loop and to use three new holes between #9 and #10 back in the trees. We think the players will find the new holes interesting and challenging. Should the weather become a problem, though, we would be forced to abandon the new holes, since they deal with the creek alot, and go back to using all six holes on the old front nine.

discgolfdog

Sep 16 2007, 08:37 AM

Also, they want to keep the pond area as natural as possible. That means no trimming trees or even the overgrowth. That kind of ruins hole c. Although it was always one of my favorite holes from the old course, I never liked the idea of having a temp. basket 20 feet off a busy road. It would be too easy for somebody to do a quick drive-by and swipe the target in the middle of the tournament.

cgflesner

Sep 17 2007, 10:11 AM

I agree.

Can't wait for this tournament. No final 9 to knock me out of the top 4. Ready to rock it. :D

my_hero

Sep 17 2007, 10:16 AM

My body will be at a wedding in Miami Florida. My mind will be at the VPO.

cgflesner

Sep 17 2007, 04:13 PM

That sucks!

If it is a maceman event the ace should start around $700+. So what if you win the course championship? Who will get the free entry?

discgolfdog

Sep 17 2007, 04:53 PM

We are offering free entry to the VPO for the winner of the open division at the Club Championships on September 30th.
If and when we finalize with Mace on this, then you are correct, the ace pot will start at $737 before anybody enters.

24460

Sep 17 2007, 05:09 PM

ROLL TIDE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

cgflesner

Sep 18 2007, 08:00 PM

I was aking John if he won the course championship then who would get the free entry.

my_hero

Sep 18 2007, 09:30 PM

I'm pretty sure only the Club Champ gets the entry. I don't think you can pass down the free entry fee to the next player. If i were to win it would be wasted. I am still looking for #5 though. CC in 2000, 01, 03, 05. Nolan was CC in 02, and 04. Pep got it in 06. Who will it be this year?

gregbrowning

Sep 18 2007, 10:17 PM

Skip, check your email. I sent you something to peruse.

discgolfdog

Sep 19 2007, 06:22 PM

I was aking John if he won the course championship then who would get the free entry.

I say John is playing for the club. Kind of a $100 bet. If the out of shape jiggly dad wins, the cash goes to the tournament in his name. :D

<font color="red">Saban will leave as soon as the ashtrays in his office are full! /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif </font>

arlskipshot1

Sep 19 2007, 09:16 PM

Claydog and I met with Martin with the Parks Dept. today and although he said he would do his best, he didn't feel that the new holes could be approved. It's not certain yet, but if we can't play them he said he would let us do some clearing around holes "C" and "D" to make them more playable. In finishing I would like to thank the Arlington Parks Dept. for all the support they show us.

gregbrowning

Sep 20 2007, 10:02 AM

dryhistory

Sep 20 2007, 11:03 AM

not to mention, how it would help discourage the immoral behavior that goes on back there currently... :D

my_hero

Sep 20 2007, 11:16 AM

not to mention, how it would help discourage the immoral behavior that goes on back there currently... :D

What LammyHammy does back there needs to stay back there!

gregbrowning

Sep 20 2007, 11:40 AM

not to mention, how it would help discourage the immoral behavior that goes on back there currently... :D

What LammyHammy does back there needs to stay back there!

Those poor, poor forest floor creatures!

my_hero

Sep 20 2007, 12:11 PM

You don't have much room to talk Mr. Spanish Fly Guy. Teague told me he had no recollection of what happened the night before, he just woke up sore. :eek: :D

dryhistory

Sep 20 2007, 03:29 PM

i told you that in confidence..... :mad:

gregbrowning

Sep 20 2007, 04:26 PM

Hey, at least I bought him lunch the next day.

arlskipshot1

Sep 20 2007, 04:55 PM

LMAO

my_hero

Sep 20 2007, 06:30 PM

i told you that in confidence..... :mad:

Hey, at least I bought him lunch the next day.

Did i really just read all of that? :D

baldguy

Sep 20 2007, 11:27 PM

i told you that in confidence..... :mad:

please allow me to officially rescind any past or future requests to play doubles with you.

dryhistory

Sep 21 2007, 09:18 AM

dont you start big boy :o:D

my_hero

Sep 21 2007, 09:53 AM

I think these will be in on Tues 9/25. Discraft is sending me a 25 pound box, and i haven't ordered anything recent except for these. We only ordered 50, so purchase them quickly and maybe we'll order more.

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lauranovice

Sep 21 2007, 01:57 PM

so if my math is correct, these are extra heavy models weighing in at 1/2 lb each?

my_hero

Sep 21 2007, 02:24 PM

175g = 0.385808959 pounds. Maybe UPS is taking advantage of me. Or maybe they are all overweight and illegal. :D

sandalman

Sep 21 2007, 02:32 PM

overweight and illegal.

why'd we order innova???

my_hero

Sep 21 2007, 02:34 PM

b/c some people still dont get it

tbender

Sep 21 2007, 02:57 PM

overweight and illegal.

why'd we order innova???

Because you wanted to sell them.

<font size=1>Kidding....</font>

sandalman

Sep 21 2007, 03:00 PM

my_hero

Sep 24 2007, 12:01 PM

VPO hole sponsors are only $100!

What a deal. I'll bite first.

I'm donating $100 cash and $100 worth of discs for Hole #17.

arlskipshot1

Sep 24 2007, 12:10 PM

VPO hole sponsors are only $100!

What a deal. I'll bite first.

I'm donating $100 cash and $100 worth of discs for Hole #17.

Thanks John. You're everybodys hero. :D

discgolfdog

Sep 25 2007, 03:30 PM

The VPO super color discs are in and they look awesome! Thanks to Don O'Connell for the design. Everybody bring lots-o-cash Sunday. You will want one of these. :D

my_hero

Sep 25 2007, 06:34 PM

....and they look even more amazing in person.

http://img5.glowfoto.com/images/2007/09/25-1441378543T.jpg (http://www.glowfoto.com/user_imageredirect.php?iid=1738464)
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seewhere

Sep 26 2007, 10:02 AM

that is one bad [censored] looking disc. I need 2 of those 1 for me and 1 for my bro.

baldguy

Sep 26 2007, 04:07 PM

VPO hole sponsors are only $100!

What a deal. I'll bite first.

I'm donating $100 cash and $100 worth of discs for Hole #17.

Can I get dibs (in the name of my club) on hole 8?

gregbrowning

Sep 26 2007, 04:37 PM

Can I get dibs (in the name of my club) on hole 8?

It is still early so yes, but the hundred bucks will make sure it gets saved for certain.

baldguy

Sep 26 2007, 05:11 PM

Come get it ;)

seriously though, let me talk to the club and see. I know we have interest in sponsoring this event and Champ. 8 is a memorable hole... Anyone will tell you I'm good for it, but let me be sure we're going to sponsor before I commit.

gregbrowning

Sep 26 2007, 06:13 PM

We'll be able to take sponsorships this Sunday at the Club Championship if you are ready by then. Otherwise, just contact myself, Skip or Claydog to make the arrangements.

my_hero

Sep 26 2007, 06:37 PM

that is one bad [censored] looking disc. I need 2 of those 1 for me and 1 for my bro.

A lot of people are asking for them. We'll send you two. Only 50 were produced. We should've ordered more. Maybe it's not too late for a reorder.

seewhere

Sep 27 2007, 10:19 AM

cool thanks I am PM'ing with the Dog

sandalman

Sep 27 2007, 12:58 PM

can we do this one for next year?

http://www.arlingtondiscgolf.com/VPO.jpg

dryhistory

Sep 27 2007, 07:39 PM

pat, u are the man, can we have that this year, forget eagles and flags, what's more american than homless vets, brilliant!

arlskipshot1

Sep 28 2007, 12:37 AM

pat, u are the man, can we have that this year, forget eagles and flags, what's more american than homless vets, brilliant!

I believe it is time for you to stop drinking now, Dave.

discgolfdog

Oct 03 2007, 09:04 AM

To pre-register using usps, send to:
Checks payable to ADGA c/o Clay Brumit.
Clay Brumit
5416 Duchess ct.
Lake Dallas, Tx. 75065

sandalman

Oct 03 2007, 10:38 AM

signup sheets can be downloaed and printed from www.arlingtondiscgolf.com. (http://www.arlingtondiscgolf.com.) also sponsor forms

dryhistory

Oct 03 2007, 03:37 PM

we expect title disc to be up eventually, right?

oklaoutlaw

Oct 05 2007, 12:04 AM

Okay...no titledisc....but you can now sign up online :D

Texas Oklahoma Disc Golf (http://txokdg.com)

Now, click on the link and get signed up!!! :D

baldguy

Oct 05 2007, 04:18 PM

titledisc has been up for a few days, please go to http://www.titledisc.com/Events/VPO_07.php to register for this event.

awbailey72

Oct 06 2007, 11:47 AM

Skip, are you still planning on adding some OB rope on hole 17 or other holes during the VPO?

oklaoutlaw

Oct 07 2007, 09:47 PM

titledisc has been up for a few days, please go to http://www.titledisc.com/Events/VPO_07.php to register for this event.

Use this link to sign up online

Do it quickly before your too late :D

hhenry88

Oct 07 2007, 10:56 PM

on titledisc it seems like there isnt a men's intermediate.. any reason?

arlskipshot1

Oct 07 2007, 11:27 PM

on titledisc it seems like there isnt a men's intermediate.. any reason?

There should be a spot to enter Intermediate. It's a $40 entry.

arlskipshot1

Oct 07 2007, 11:41 PM

The spot for Sr. Gr. Master is not supposed to read that way. That would be Intermediate so go ahead and sign up in that catagory and I'll try to get it staightened out.

baldguy

Oct 08 2007, 10:24 AM

fixed. :)

dryhistory

Oct 14 2007, 09:53 PM

is vpo an a-tier for pros and advanced, or just pros? i'm not even sure what that means anyway. i'm just curious. :confused:

daltonseabolt

Oct 14 2007, 10:06 PM

i think it is a A tear for the pros and a B tear for advance

sandalman

Oct 15 2007, 10:14 AM

http://www.earthoffice.net/discgolf/advertising.jpg

daltonseabolt

Oct 15 2007, 09:37 PM

Nice picture

daltonseabolt

Oct 17 2007, 11:50 AM

Is there going to be a final 9

discgolfdog

Oct 17 2007, 12:59 PM

None of that final 9 safari stuff this year. After the championship round on Sunday, we will send everyone to lunch, then tap the keg and do ace golf in the oaks.

cgflesner

Oct 17 2007, 03:01 PM

Heck ya.

It was too rushed last year with the final 9. This year is gona be sweet. Any word on the new holes?

discgolfdog

Oct 17 2007, 03:53 PM

They said no to the three holes we picked out, even just for the two days of the VPO. I'm not real happy about that. We are being penalized for the mistakes of others. They haven't shut the door completely though. We're looking at some other areas to set up three more holes. The temp. holes for VPO are out this year. They hace given permission to do some trimming on the entire course. We need to locate and mark all pin positions. I know 14 is covered in mud. If anyone can get out and do some trimming let me know. I'll tell you where to start.

Big E

Oct 17 2007, 06:13 PM

I can this week...... some time let me know where to start!

discgolfdog

Oct 17 2007, 08:20 PM

Eric, you have a pm

arlskipshot1

Oct 20 2007, 07:26 PM

Anyone not playing that can help staff, especially on Sun. morning, let us know. We will also be rounding up about 6-7 baskets to set up the temps and the ace in the oaks.

24460

Oct 20 2007, 10:06 PM

what kind of help do you need Skip? I don't know if I will be able to play this event, so I might be able to help out in someway.

arlskipshot1

Oct 21 2007, 12:07 AM

I'd really like for you to play if you can, Brice, but if you can't I'll be needing help moving some baskets between rounds on Sat. plus we'll really need help spotting on a couple of the championship holes Sun. morning.

Big E

Oct 22 2007, 12:21 AM

I will be available for Sunday morning for sure maybe Saturday to help with the baskets. When do you need help moving baskets?

discgolfdog

Oct 22 2007, 08:54 AM

We are having a morning of work on Saturday starting at 10:00 am. Just a couple hours so everybody has time to eat and make it out to Hamster Hill. We'll move most baskets then. There are some short holes we're not even going to bother with playing. (#6,16 and maybe not #5) The course has been way too easy the first round the last couple of years.

jbarrett

Oct 22 2007, 12:35 PM

What's the format for the tourney going to be? I didn't, see any flier that showed what I might expect. Is it one round of 24 each day?...Thanks Jeff B # 12990

gregbrowning

Oct 22 2007, 01:21 PM

What's the format for the tourney going to be? I didn't, see any flier that showed what I might expect. Is it one round of 24 each day?...Thanks Jeff B # 12990

Two rounds of 24 on Saturday, 1 round of 24 on Sunday. Expect the Sunday round to play more difficult, as we will be using some Championship tees as well as alternate holes.

discgolfdog

Nov 01 2007, 01:09 PM

Brian and I will be taking a few folks from out of town to dinner Friday night at Mac's in Colleyville. If anybody would like to join us you are welcome. YOU PAY FOR YOUR OWN MEALS THOUGH! :D