Discraft Ace Race

The Race Is On! Each Autumn, disc golfers from around the world gather at their local courses for one purpose: to throw aces! No putting, no approaching... just runnin' at the chains. To add to the challenge and excitement, players all throw the same model disc: in past years this has been a brand new, never-seen-before Discraft prototype disc that is introduced each year especially for Ace Race. All players get two discs, plus a hat and mini. Player's package is valued at $55, and your entry fee is only $25!

"This is probably my fav disc of all time now. Never had an ace and got 2 aces plus hit a basket to win the Ace Race. Then got another ace the same day at another course :-D" - Anthony Conrad, Charlotte

Ace Race Info For Players

When:
August, September and October. Check the calendar for the Ace Race in your area... or run your own ace race! To run an event, see the TD info page.

Format:
Two rounds of 18 holes, one throw per hole per player.

Course layout:
Holes are generally between 180 and 250 feet (55 to 75 meters).

Entry fee: $25

Player package:
Two identical Discraft prototype discs, plus a SuperColor mini and a Discraft hat. A $55 value!

Rules of play:
Players are required to use the player package discs, and only these discs. If a disc is lost, the player has the option of using the second disc from the package. Only one throw per player per hole. All players should have their own scorecards and mark "A" for aces and "M" for holes on which they hit metal.

After all players in the group have thrown, discs are picked up and the group moves directly to the next tee. Players keep their scorecards for round two, using the next line on the card to record the round.

The Discraft Ace Race is fun for everyone.

The player with the most aces after 36 holes is declared the winner. In case of ties, the number of metal hits is used as a tie breaker. If a tie persists, a closest to the pin contest is then used to determine the event winner.

Prize package:
Grand prize for each event is a Discraft merchandise package, including a bag and ten premium discs. Events are also encouraged to offer an optional cash side pot for those who wish to participate, which is divided proportionally among the number of aces and/or metal hits.

To sign up:
Contact your local Ace Race Tournament Director from the calendar page.

More questions?
See our frequently asked questions.

Final event count:

2009 Ace Race News

Thank You Ace Racers!
It was our biggest year and the most fun ever, with many thousands of you coming out to run chains with us! And enough of you told us you love the disc that -- as many of you already know -- it will soon be released to the general public as the Focus. You now own two collector's items!

Thanks again for apart of the Ace Race, and we'll look for you next year.

Tell Us What You Think
If you've participated in an Ace Race this year, what did you think of the prototype disc? Tell us here, your feedback is important. Thanks!

- Mike Jones, Ollala WA winner

2009 Proto is now PDGA Approved
We've been hearing nothing but great feedback, and so the 2009 Ace Race disc is now approved for PDGA tournament play! It will fly under the name Focus.

Photos Beginning to Arrive
Is your event pic posted yet? Check the latest photo gallery pictures. If you don't see yours, ask your TD to send us a photo and we'll post it too!

2009 Events Now Underway
We started running those chains on Aug 1st, and the initial response to the 09 proto disc has been an enthusiastic thumbs-up! Here's what TD Brad Field of Effingham IL has to say: "In my opinion, and many others, this putter needs to be put in production as soon as possible, I need more! The overall consensus was positive. We felt it held lines well, resisted turnover and excellent glide for a putter. Discraft has hit another one out of the park!"

The 2009 Ace Race Prototype disc
For the first time in Ace Race history, this year's disc is a putter! Each player will receive two versions: one in Pro D plastic, and one in ESP!

We think players will love it for shorter drives; it's slightly overstable, with good float when thrown hard.

Registration now open
Plan ahead! Think about your 2009 Ace Race event date now because after registration opens, it's first come, first served in your community. Remember: you must schedule in Aug, Sep or Oct.

Add Ace Race to your FaceBook Events
Talk about your event, add pics, vids, or answer questions from other Ace Racers on the FaceBook event page.

To run an Ace Race, no previous experience as a Tournament Director is required. Many thousands of disc golfers came out to throw at nearly 200 local events in 2008. Ace Race is expected to grow much larger in 2009, so don't wait to register your event! Typically, Ace Races are limited to one per community. If you wait, someone could lock in the Ace Race in your town ahead of you. See the TD info page to learn more.