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My name is Danny Corbett and I’m the founder of OTB (Only The Best) Discs. We’re a global retailer with humble beginnings! I started OTB here in California in 2014 out of my house as a part-time passion project.

Who are you? I'm a father of a large family, an artist, musician (@rannyandthehighlanders), and craftsman. In the late 90s, I was one of the main people involved in designing and building the Savelan skatepark, which was, at the time, the largest skatepark in the Nordics – built entirely by young skaters through volunteer work in 1997. I'm also the person behind Nakata, a small, independent brand that designs and handcrafts upcycled disc golf backpacks and accessories. I work mostly with recycled materials like old tents, banners, and flags, which I turn into durable and unique bags. I’ve always been a hands-on person, and...

Who are you? My name is Brennan Peirson Elliott. I go by forgetbrennan as my artist name! I am a musician/singer-songwriter/videographer+ photographer/life enthusiast/amateur disc golfer. I play guitar professionally for Mod Sun and have my own solo music. I own and operate a wedding videography company and do lots of other freelance photo and video projects. I love to travel and experience different cultures around the world. - What’s disc golf to you? I call it "hiking with a purpose". Disc golf has helped me become so much healthier in my life. Disc golf is friendship. Disc golf is community. Disc golf...

Who are you? Mikko Hakulinen, media all-rounder, father and artist of life. Today I work with the lights in the theater, but in disc golf I am best known as a commentator.  - What's disc golf to you? It is a way of life and the best form of therapy. Quiet nature, friends and watching discs fly, I can't think of much better. Disc golf can also teach you a lot about yourself. Mind and body control at its best. - Forehand or Backhand? It depends. When I started the sport in the early 2000s, I would have responded with...

Who are you? I’m a very proud father of 3 wonderful children, they are the most perfect and precious beings I could ever imagine. I’m extremely honoured and grateful to be in disc golf media. - What’s disc golf to you? To me disc golf is a big beautiful family with a grand capacity for love and an enormous potential to make a meaningful difference in this world. It’s a parallel societal structure that serves as a prime example of how human beings can manifest magical things on Earth. It’s a magnificent community of generally kind and intelligent people with...