There are as many variations of grips for different shots as there are people playing the game. There are grips for drives, approach shots as well as putting. Grips for drives grasp the disc securely in order to create the most rip. Putting and approach grips have less grip strength but provide more feel and accuracy. The strength from driving grips comes from pressing the rim of the disc into the crease of the palm at the base of the thumb. This is different from putting and approach grips, which pinch the disc between the thumb pad and fingers. Check out these pictures with short descriptions of each grip and find the ones that work best for you. |
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This is the grip used by 11-Time World Champion Ken Climo. It can be used for any type of backhand shot: driving, approaching and putting. Versatility is the chief advantage of this grip. It is not as powerful as the standard power grip. The index finger is separated from the other fingers, which are stacked against each other. The pinky is pressed against the rim.
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This is the standard Four-Finger Power Grip. The pads of all fingers are pressed against the rim, pulling the rim into the crease of the palm. The thumb pad is on the flight plate. The thumb can be moved closer or farther from the rim per thrower preference. More power can be generated with the thumb further out on the flight plate rather than close to the rim or edge.
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In this grip all four fingers are placed on the rim of the disc, with the thumb on the flight plate. The fingers are pressed flat and straight, with pressure coming from the finger pads which are placed flat against the inside ring of the disc. The power point in this grip comes from the index finger pad, with the lock points being the middle, ring and index fingers.
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| - Three Finger Power Grip |
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This grip is similar to the four finger grip, with only the index, middle and ring fingers placed on the inside rim of the disc. The pinky finger is curled into the palm off the disc. The fingers are pressed flat, with pressure coming from the pads or tips of the first three fingers. The lock points are the middle and ring fingers.
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The Two Finger grip is similar to the four finger grip, with just the index and middle fingers placed on the inside rim of the disc. The ring and pinky fingers are curled into the palm of the hand. The fingers are pressed flat or curled, with pressure coming from the pads or tips of the first two fingers. The rip point is the index finger pad, with the lock point being the middle finger.
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With this power grip all four fingers are used, with only two fingers placed on the inside rim. the index and pinky fingers are on the rim, with the ring finger overlapping the pinky finger, then the middle finger pressing down on the ring finger. The rip point is the index finger pad, and the lock point is the pinky finger.
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With this grip only the index and pinky fingers are placed on the rim, with the middle and ring fingers "stacked" on top of the index finger. The rip point is the index finger pad, and the lock point is the index and pinky fingers.
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| - Stacked Power Grip Version 1 |
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This grip has three fingers on the rim, the index, ring and pinky fingers. The middle finger is stacked on top of the index finger. The rip point is the index finger, and the lock points are the ring and pinky fingers.
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| - Stacked Power Grip Version 2 |
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This grip has three fingers on the rim, the index, middle and pinky fingers. The ring finger is stacked on top of the pinky finger. The rip point is the index finger pad, and the lock points are the middle and pinky fingers.
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| - Double-Cross Stack Grip |
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This grip has the two fingers placed ont the rim: the index and ring fingers. The middle finger is stacked on top of the index finger, with the pinky then stacked on top of the ring finger. the rip point is the index finger pad, and the lock point is the ring finger.
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This grip has two fingers placed on the rim. The index and the ring fingers. the Middle and pinky fingers are stacked on top of the ring finger. The rip point is the index finger pad and the lock point is the ring finger.
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The Pinch grip has three fingers on the rim. The index and middle fingers pinch the bottom of the rim, while the ring and pinky fingers pinch towards the rim. The rip point is the middle finger second knuckle, and the lock point is the pinky finger.
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This grip places one finger on the rim. The index finger pinches the bottom of the rim. The other fingers are curled into the palm. The rip point is the index finger and the lock point is the index finger as well.
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This is one of the most popular "Control" grips. It can be used with two or three fingers on the rim (the index finger is optional). The middle and ringer fingers are "fanned" out across the bottom of the disc. The rip point is the middle finger and the lock point is the pinky finger.
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This is an accuracy power grip. Three finger pads are pressed against the inside wall of the rim. The middle finger opposes the thumb pad on the flight plate. This grip is not quite as powerful as the Four-Finger Power Grip, but it gives the thrower a greater feel for the disc and provides additional accuracy.
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Used as a "control" grip, this grip had three fingers on the rim or fanned, the middle, ring and pinky fingers. The index finger is off the rim, making contact with the first knuckle. The rip point is the middle finger, and the lock point are the ring and pinky fingers.
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| - Bonapane Grip Version 1 |
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The disc is held between the index and middle fingers. The index finger is placed over the thumb, which is pressed against the flight plate. The finger pads are pressed against the rim wall. The Bonopane grip will bring the nose down as the disc sits under the index finger rather than over it. This is not well suited for power and is more commonly used when more accuracy is needed.
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| - Bonapane Grip Version 2 |
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The disc is held between the index and middle fingers. The index finger is placed over and flat against the disc, while the thumb is then placed flat against the index finger. The finger pads are pressed against the inside rim wall. The Bonopane grip will bring the nose down as the disc sits under the index finger rather than over it. This is not well suited for power and is more commonly used when more accuracy is needed.
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This grip is used to generate max power when throwing the sidearm/forehand. The index finger is stacked on top of the middle finger. The pad of the middle finder is flat against the wall of the rim rather than against the flight plate. This is the strongest grip position for the fingers, allowing more power into the throw. The stronger the finger strength, the farther the disc can be thrown. Moving the thumb pad toward the rim will increase power as the disc comes off the fingers.
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This Forehand/Sidearm grip is used for shorter range accuracy shots. The middle finger pad is pressed against the wall of the rim, not the flight plate. The index finger is placed against the flight plate to give additional control. The thumb is positioned over the flight plate for a lighter grip. This grip is less powerful but is easier to release and has better control than the Side Arm Power Stack.
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In this grip, the index finger is bent inside the pad of the middle finger. Both finger pads are pressed against the inside rim of the disc. This grip provides excellent power and a more feel for the disc than the Power Stack Grip. Placing the thumb pad toward the rim increases power off the fingers.
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The index finger is curled under the rim with the pad on the wall on the rim. This grip is the best Fan Grip for long approach shots and when needing more accuracy. It can also be used when putting. The pressure point is off the pad of the index finger.
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| - Fan Grip-Index Finger on Bottom |
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This is the best Fan Grip for putting as it allows for more touch and feel for the disc with greater accuracy. The disc releases off the index finger and knuckle of the middle finger.
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This Fan Grip helps throwers feel the angle of the disc with the index finger along the rim as shown. It is neither the best putting grip nor accuracy grip. It is a practical grip for those who need help with feel. The disc pops off the knuckle of the middle finger.
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The grip is similar to a Thumber grip with the thumb pad pressing against the inside wall of the rim, and the base of the thumb grabbing the bottom of the rim. The delivery is extreme hyzer backhand. The disc is released straight up and straight down to clear obstacles and stop where it lands using the backspin created from the throw..
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This grip is used for thumb rollers. The disc is held with the bottom of the rim in the crease of the palm. The thumb is inside the wall of the rim from the thumb pad to the base of the thumb, and the disc rests on the middle fingers first knuckle. The disc when released rips off the base of the thumb first, with the index finger used for control.
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This grip is primarily used for Tomahawk shots, but can be used for sliding pancake shots, screwing skip shots and rollers as well. The rim of the disc is in the crease between the thumb and forefinger. The thumb pad is "hooked" against the inside rim wall. The index finger is curled under the rim, sitting on the first knuckle. The disc is forced to rip off the pad of the thumb.
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This grip is designed to get the disc to "flip" the opposite direction as the Thumber shots. The open side of the disc is placed towards the index and middle fingers, with the pressure points being the tips of the fingers, with the thumb creating pressure from the opposite side. The side of the middle finger is against the inside rim. The ring and pinky fingers are curled off the disc and don't come into contact with the disc during the throwing motion.
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