# PDGA

All things PDGA

# Suggestion Box

A place to propose and discuss changes that the PDGA could make

# Maximum Disc Stiffness

- **Video:** [GYROpalooza 2025: Fan Q&A](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDH-3x-tnwk)
- **Time:** (Discussion starts regarding Extra Firm Electron)
- **Key Discussion Points:**
    
    
    - **The Problem:** Brad explains they cannot release a stock "Extra Firm" Electron plastic because it would currently exceed the PDGA's maximum stiffness (flexibility) rating.
    - **The Proposal:** At, Brad makes a "public recommendation" to the PDGA to re-evaluate the flexibility standards. He argues that while flexibility is crucial for safety on sharp-nosed distance drivers (to prevent injury), it is less critical for blunt-nosed putters.
    - **Suggested Change:** He suggests a rule change where the flexibility requirement is proportional to the **nose bluntness** of the disc—allowing putters to be stiffer than drivers.
    - **New Equipment:** They also mention investing in new, precise equipment to measure flexibility mathematically rather than relying on the traditional "food scale" flex test.