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Best Disc Golf Distance Drivers 2026

January 28, 2026 Ted Hegemann 19 comments

Check out the top distance drivers, and you could win a gift card!

Every year we like to look at the best sellers and the highest rated disc golf molds to see what it hot. We present this information in a series of blogs. This week we’re doing it again. We’ve covered the top putters, midrange discs, and fairway drivers. Now we’ll discuss the best distance drivers for 2026.

Best Distance Drivers

Distance drivers are a fun type of disc to throw. Typically, when we reach for our distance drivers we are trying to throw it as far as possible. Since they are in the air longer than other types of discs, we get to see them turn and fade in an aerial ballet.

Although a certain skill is required to throw high-speed discs properly, newer players can ‘cheat’ the system by picking up lighter discs that let them throw faster. That lets them throw higher speed discs than they normally would be able to throw.

Distance drivers are usually in the speed 10 and above range. They range in stability from flippy to beefy. If disc golfers can get a long throw with their drivers, it will set them up for an easier approach or even a putt.

Best Distance Drivers 2024

Before we look at the best distance drivers for last year, lets check out the best discs from the year before. Then we can see what has changed.

Innova’s Wraith and the Destroyer have been popular discs for decades. They have similar flights at different speeds. The Infinite Discs Emperor matches their flights and has been popular since it was released over half a decade ago. The Infinite Discs Pharaoh and Innova Mamba round out the top five best distance drivers for 2024. Now lets look at 2025.

The MVP Trail made a jump from 8th to 3rd place. I suspect it will have a place in the top ten for years. With a slight turn and a gentle fade the speed ten mold can be thrown well by people of all skill levels. Another MVP disc, the Wave, also moved up a bit. It went from 13th to 7th. The Wave has more turn (-2) than most of the molds in the top 10. Only the Innova Mamba (-5) and the Maya (-3) have more turn.

Besides the aforementioned Trail and Wave, the rest of the top 10 remain the same molds, only in different order. It’s a pretty tall order to break in to the top 10. In order to do that a mold would have to unseat some very popular discs.

How popular are the top molds? The sales of the top five discs on the list represent nearly 1 in every three distance drivers sold!

The Destroyer slipped off the podium for the first time in a while. I don’t think it will continue to slip. It has such a desirable flight and is available in a nearly every plastic type. Who knows, maybe if there are enough new molds that hit the disc golf scene, they can brute force the Destroyer off the charts. But, I doubt it.

Brands With the Most Molds in the Top 50

It isn’t a surprise to see Innova and Discraft with the most molds in the top 50. They are two of the oldest companies in disc golf and have more distance drivers than some brands have total molds.

Innova and Discraft may be the biggest in the business, but there are always a few smaller brands that manage to land in the top 50. This year Thought Space Athletics, Clash, and Doomsday Discs had at least one mold on the list. As more new brands roll out their offerings there might be more competition for those spots on the top 50. However, it is tough to unseat the big companies in the sport.

Highest Rated Disc Golf Distance Drivers

Shopping on the Infinite Discs website comes with a major advantage: you can browse authentic player reviews and check disc ratings before making a purchase. As more disc golfers share their experiences, those ratings become a valuable snapshot of how the community feels about each mold. The review system also connects with the Infinite Rewards program, where you can earn points for submitting reviews or making purchases. If you haven’t checked out Infinite Rewards yet, it’s definitely worth exploring (click HERE). Your feedback not only earns rewards but also helps expand our growing collection of disc reviews.

We are going to look at some of the highest rated distance drivers and see which molds are on top. For our ratings system, we weight molds that have more reviews heavier than those with fewer reviews. We’re going to tweak our weighing system soon. With that in minds, let’s start with the highest rated distance drivers.

Highest Rated Distance Drivers

The Destroyer is a perennial best seller, and it seems logical that it would be among the highest rated. And you can’t discuss the Destroyer without mentioning its little brother, the Wraith, which took second place. Taking third is the Infinite Discs Pharaoh finished as the third highest-rated distance driver overall.

Check out all the Highest Rated Distance Drivers here.

Highest Rated Very Overstable Distance Drivers

For this category, you won’t find many molds in the top 50. These are utility discs that have a definite place in many people’s bags, but aren’t going to be sought after by the masses. They are high-speed AND beefy. They are not beginner discs, but it is still interesting to see who is on top in the category.

Taking first place is the speed 11 Infinite Discs Slab. The Slab has a flat top and is perfect for people with big arms. Experience players can utilize the overstability with forehands, headwind shots, or spike hyzers. As a utility disc, it can be used for carving tight corners to avoid obstacles. Check it out and see why people love the Slab.

Taking second place is the Discraft Force. Loved by pros and ams alike, the Force is a speed 12 beefcake that is available in premium and base plastics. Taking third place is one of the beefiest molds in the Dynamic Discs lineup, the Enforcer.

Check out all the Highest Rated Very Overstable Distance Drivers here.

Highest Rated Overstable Distance Drivers

The Innova Destroyer is a perennial best seller and is also the highest rated distance driver. And how can we mention the Destroyer without mentioning its little brother, the Wraith. Since the Wraith has a similar flight to the Destroyer, but a tad slower, it is easy to see why people like it. Taking third is the Infinite Discs Emperor. It is one of the best selling drivers in the Infinite line.

Check out all the Highest Rated Overstable Distance Drivers here.

Highest Rated Stable Distance Drivers

I glad to see the Infinite Discs Pharaoh taking first place, since some of my longest throws have been with a lighter Pharaoh. It has a good amount of turn to give it a nice S-curve, and a reliable fade. It is a bomber mold!

The second highest rated disc is the Beast. It has a similar flight to the Pharaoh and is a little slower speed. It has been part of Innova since 2002. Taking third place is the glidey Shryke. It is a speed 13 disc that can deliver some long drives.

Check out all the Highest Rated Stable Distance Drivers here.

Highest Rated Understable Distance Drivers

This category favors intermediate-level players. Since distance drivers have higher speed levels than other categories, many molds are beyond the ability of less experienced players. Discs that are understable help them get a straight flight. These are the highest rated of the understable drivers.

The Innova Tern has been a popular mold for a long time. As mentioned, newer players can appreciate the flippy flight numbers, while more experienced players can use the Tern for huge flex shots. Plus, it has a lot of glide to aid in long shots.

The second highest rated Infinite Discs Maya hasn’t been around as long as the Tern, but it has a huge fan base. The speed 12 mold is a tad more understable than the Tern, but not nearly as flippy as the third place Innova Mamba.

Many people reach for the Mamba as an easy roller disc. It is so understable that even newer players can find a little turn in their throw.

Check out all the Highest Rated Understable Distance Drivers here.

Let us know what you think, and you could win a gift card!

Those are our lists of the top distance drivers using sales and ratings data. Now we want to hear from YOU!

What is your favorite/go-to throwing distance driver?

We’ll pick a few random commenters and give them an Infinite Discs gift card!

See all of our current giveaways HERE.

Best Fairway Drivers 2026

January 21, 2026 Ted Hegemann 29 comments

Check out the top fairway drivers, and you could win a gift card!

Every year we like to look at the best sellers and the highest rated disc golf molds to see what it hot. We present this information in a series of blogs. This week we’re doing it again. We’ve covered the top putters and midrange discs. Now we’ll discuss the best fairway drivers for 2026.

Best Fairway Drivers

Fairway drivers fit the gap between midrange discs and distance drivers. With a more narrow rim than distance drivers, many people with small hand prefer them. They are often referred to as ‘control drivers’ because they are easier to control the shape than distance drivers.

Control drivers typically range from speed 6 to speed 9. Like all discs, they come in a variety of stabilities. They can be used to fight through thick woods or thrown on an open fairway. Approach shots are also in the control driver wheelhouse. They will skip farther than mids or putters, so that needs to be taken into consideration.

Best Fairway Drivers 2024

Let’s check out the top fairway drivers for 2024 so we can see what changes took place.

Infinite Discs had a solid grasp on all three podium spots for the 2024 sales year. The Dynasty is a slightly overstable speed nine control driver. It can be used as a valuable tool by players of all skill levels. Beginners can use it as a headwind or downhill disc. Advanced players will love it as a shapable disc that is easy to throw. The Sphinx and Centurion are both discs that I bag, and frequently use. The Sphinx is understable and the the Centurion is stable.

The Infinite trio was followed by the Firebird, Crave, and Leopard on the list. Let’s see how the top discs discs did last year.

Best Fairway Drivers

My beloved Sphinx moved up a slot to take the number one spot! I recommend everyone give the Sphinx a try. If you are a more advanced player, look for more overstable plastics, like glow metal flake C-Blend or Halo S-Blend. Or a more flippy plastic if you’re looking for a roller or big turnover shot.

The Crave moved up several spots to take second place. It is a straight-flying mold that works great with a backhand or forehand throw. For MVP fans, the Crave is compared to a seasoned Servo.

Completing the podium by moving up several spots is the Innova Teebird. Most of us would consider the Teebird an ‘old-school’ disc. It was approved in 1999, and has been popular since it was released. It is a speed 7 disc that has a bit of overstability to give it a reliable fade.

The next three discs on the list either weren’t on the list last year, or were further down the list. The Doomsday Discs Chemtrail was released in 2024. so it didn’t have enough sales to make the list. Then, it caught on and sales jumped.

The Latitude 64 River and Discraft Cicada were on last year’s list, but not as high up the list as this year.

Brands With the Most Molds in the Top 50

Although Innova only has one mold in the top 10, the have the most molds in the top 50. The Teebird is the lone top 10. It is followed by the Firebird, Valkyrie, Leopard, Roadrunner, Leopard3, Sidewinder, Thunderbird, Eagle, It, and the Teebird3 in 50th place.

Innova, Discraft, and Infinite account for 50% of the discs in the top 50.

Highest Rated Disc Golf Fairway Drivers

One of the biggest perks of shopping on the Infinite Discs website is the ability to browse real player reviews and see how each disc is rated before you buy. As more players share their experiences, those ratings become an incredibly useful snapshot of how the disc golf community feels about specific molds. The rating system also ties into the Infinite Rewards program, which lets you earn points for leaving reviews or making purchases. If you haven’t explored Infinite Rewards yet, it’s worth a look (click HERE). Your feedback not only earns rewards but also helps strengthen our growing library of disc reviews.

With that in mind, we decided to dig into several disc categories to highlight the molds that rise to the top. With our ratings system, we weight molds that have more reviews heavier than those with fewer reviews. Let’s kick things off with the highest‑rated disc golf fairway drivers of all time.

Highest Rated Fairway Drivers

The Firebird and Teebird tied for first place with 4.74 stars out of 5. The Firebird is a reliable overstable driver that can still be thrown by newer players, because of its lower speed. It is excellent for headwind shots and spike hyzers.

The third highest rated control driver is the Thunderbird. It is like a faster Teebird. Less overstable than the Firebird, you can get more distance with the Thunderbird.

You could bag all three of these molds and cover a big variety of shots.

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Highest Rated Very Overstable Fairway Drivers

The Innova Firebird takes first, of course, with the Dynamic Discs Felon coming in second place. The popular Felon was created to battle the Kansas winds, and it does a great job. If you’re looking for a disc that will not turn and give you a beefy fade, check out the Felon in Lucid plastic.

The Goliath Discs Chainbreaker is the third highest rated very overstable fairway driver. It lives up to its name, and will not back down from the fiercest wind on its way to the chains.

Click to see the highest rated very overstable fairway drivers.

Highest Rated Overstable Fairway Drivers

Obviously, the Champion Teebird and Champion Thunderbird will podium with this category, since they were the highest rated overall. Taking third place is the Discraft Undertaker. The Undertaker has a little more turn than the top two discs, but still has the reliable fade. The Undertaker will be celebrating its tenth birthday this year, having been released in 2016.

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Highest Rated Understable Fairway Drivers

People are not only buying a lot of Sphinx’s, they are liking them a lot! The flippy I-Blend Sphinx is the highest rated understable fairway driver with 4.87 out of 5 stars. I have several Sphinx in I-Blend (and other plastic types for different situations.)

Taking second place is the Thought Space Athletics Mantra. This popular mold has a good amount of turn and very little fade. It flies straight for newer players, and a great shapable tool for more experienced players.

Rounding out the top three is the Axiom Insanity. It was Axiom’s first distance/control driver. Like the Mantra, the Insanity works fine for an intermediate player, giving them a straight flight. Advanced players will unlock its understability, and can use the Insanity for turnover shots.

Click to see the highest rated understable fairway drivers.

Let us know what you think, and you could win a gift card!

Those are our lists of the top fairway drivers using sales and ratings data. Now we want to hear from YOU!

What is your favorite/go-to fairway driver?

We’ll pick a few random commenters and give them an Infinite Discs gift card!

See all of our current giveaways HERE.

Best Midrange Disc Golf Discs 2026

January 14, 2026 Ted Hegemann 26 comments

Check out the top midrange discs, and you could win a gift card!

Every year we like to look at the best sellers and the highest rated disc golf molds to see what it hot. We present this information in a series of blogs. This week we’re keeping the momentum going in our “Best Discs of 2026” series. Last time, we highlighted the top putters of the year. Now we’re shifting gears and diving into the best midrange discs for 2026.

Best Midrange Discs

Midrange discs are the workhorses of disc golf. They are used for control, consistency, and those crucial approach shots where placement is important. They come in a wide range of flight ratings, giving players options for almost any shot. While you can throw them off the tee, most players pull out their midranges for their second or third shots to set up an easy putt.
Before we break down this year’s standouts, let’s take a quick look back at last year’s midranges and which molds were on top.

Top Midrange Discs 2024

It is never surprising to see that the Buzzz is at the top of the list. It’s really just a question of what percentage of total sales, and how close is second place. Discraft had an exceptional year with their flagship midrange, selling more three times as many Buzzz’s as the second place Axiom Hex! The Innova Mako3, MVP Detour, and Axiom Balance rounded out the top five.

Best Midrange Discs 2025

Now let’s take a look at the current numbers:

Although the Buzzz didn’t have the same market share as the previous year, it is still more than double the sales of the second place Axiom Hex. The Hex took the number two spot for the second time, and sold nearly twice as many discs as the third place Innova Mako3 and Innova Fox. The Discraft Buzzz SS was just a tick behind the Mako3 and Fox, and was fifth place overall.

The Buzzz has been a popular disc since it was released 22 years ago. It has a fairly neutral flight, having a touch of turn and a bit of fade. Those flight numbers make it easy to shape your shots. The beadless rim feels great in your hand and makes for a smooth release. It comes in a huge variety of plastic types.

Brands With the Most Molds in the Top 50

Innova had nine molds in the top 50, taking first place. Discraft was right on their Innova’s heels, with 8 molds. MVP and Infinite tied at five. Those four brands represent over half of all discs sold. There were nine brands that had one mold in the top 50, including Loop Discs and Doomsday Discs.

Highest Rated Midrange Discs

In addition to sales data, we also like to look at the highest rated midrange discs. This is made possible because of Infinite Discs Rewards Program, which rewards customers who leave reviews by giving them Infinite Points. Points can also be earned for other actions, like purchases and filling out profile information. Check out the Infinite Rewards Program HERE.

Highest Rated Midrange Discs

The Discraft Buzzz is highest rated midrange disc, with 587 reviews. That many ratings give us a high confidence that the rating reflects a consensus among a broad portion of disc golfers.

The second-highest mold is the Innova Mako3. The Innova Roc3 comes in third.

Check out all the Highest Rated Midrange discs here.

Highest Rated Very Overstable Midrange Discs

The Dynamic Discs Justice takes the top spot in this category. It is a great in a headwind and overall a strong utility disc. The Justice was just out of the top 50 molds.

In second place is the Innova Pig, while the Dynamic Discs Verdict took third.

Check out all the Highest Rated Very Overstable Midrange discs here.

Highest Rated Overstable Midrange Discs

There are numerous molds in this category with a perfect five-star rating. That is actually rather common when a disc doesn’t have very many reviews. But, we’ll run with it and list the top three with the most reviews.

Taking first is the relatively new Stokely Discs Cardinal. Not even two years old, this mold was one of the first to be produced by Scott Stokely in his line of discs. It holds it’s line well and delivers a solid fade at the end of flight. It is available in their Thermo plastic.

The Goliath Redemption and the Discmania Glacier took second and third respectively.

Check out all the Highest Rated Overstable Midrange discs here.

Highest Rated Stable Midrange Drivers

The Discmania FD is an shapable, straight-flying mold that can fill the needs of any player. Its low speed and high glide makes it great for newer players, and the stable flight can be utilized by the top pros. It takes the top spot for highest rated stable midrange.

The Infinite Discs Exodus took second place, while the Latitude 64 River took third.

Check out all the Highest Rated Stable Midrange discs here.

Highest Rated Understable Midrange Discs

Once again we have some of the highest rated discs that have five star ratings with few ratings. Here are the results:

The Doomsday Discs Scavenger is easy to throw midrange that is a great tailwind disc, or perfect for hyzer flips. The name is right on brand for Doomsday, which has an end-of-world vibe. It holds the first-place spot.

The Prodigy M5 is second, and X-Com Aqu is third.

Check out all the Highest Rated Understable Midrange discs here.

Let us know what you think!

Those are our lists of the top midrange discs with sales and ratings data. Now we want to hear from YOU!

What is your favorite/go-to midrange disc?

We chose several random comments and awarded the author a $25 gift card. Here are the winners:

Austin P – He loves his Chariot, and really likes his DGA Rift

Ryan – As a Doomsday team member he throws a Desolation

Spencer B – Favors his Hex

Alex – Also throws a DGA Rift

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Best Disc Golf Plastics

September 11, 2025 Ted Hegemann 11 comments

Disc tote holding a variety of different disc golf plastics.

In the current state of disc golf, we have lots of choices of plastic types. The type of plastic affects the flight, the feel, and the look of the disc. And it can determine the life expectancy of the disc. In this blog we will look at different plastics, and find the best type for a variety of disc types.

Plastic Characteristics

If you look at any disc on Infinite’s website, you can see which plastic types are available for that mold. Once you click on a plastic type, you’ll see a graph that rates three characteristics of that particular plastic. Those three may make a difference as to whether we choose that plastic or not. Those three characteristics are Durability, Softness, and Grip. Those qualities will help us as we discuss the best plastics for each category that we will explore. Let’s check out the best plastics!

Best Disc Golf Plastic For Drivers

When we reach for our drivers, we are more likely to be going for distance and throwing with more power. That means we will be hitting objects harder, and a more durable plastic would be preferable. However, durability is a double-edge sword when it comes to drivers. An extremely durable plastic will give you a longer life and once its broke in it will keep a consistent flight for a long time. Conversely, it may take a long time to break in, leaving you with a less than desirable flight until it becomes ‘seasoned’. Overall, a durable premium plastic is desirable in a driver. That is why there are so many durable plastics in the top 5.

One exception is DX plastic. DX is a base plastic that beats in quickly. It is inexpensive, making it a great choice for beginners, or people wanting to try new molds. Although it does get seasoned quickly, it can also get too beat in, making it flippy.

Here are the top five best plastics for drivers:

Star – This popular plastic comes in a variety of colors and molds. It is durable and has an amazing feel.
ESP
Neutron
I-Blend
DX

Best Plastic For Putters

Purple MVP Glitch in Neutron Soft plastic

When looking at the most popular plastic for putters, you find two different grip extremes. Softer, grippier plastics are great for short range putting due to their ability to ‘grab’ the chains. However, stiffer plastics are great for driving or approach shots. Here are the top five plastics for putters:

Neutron – Some of our best-selling approach discs come in Neutron plastic. It is a durable plastic, and the overmold adds another layer of durability.
D-Blend
DX
P-Blend Glow
ESP

Best Plastics For Dyeing

Disc golf plastic good for custom disc dyes

Disc dyeing is a popular activity among disc golfers. It gives people and opportunity to unleash their creativity, and end up with a unique disc. There are many different methods for dyeing a disc, but the goal is the same: to get the dye into the plastic. They type of plastic used makes a huge difference in the results of a dye. In this category, premium plastics rule the day. Base plastics can be dyed, but the results are never as good as dyeing premium plastics.

Here are the best plastics for dyeing discs:

Star – A white Star disc will give the best results from dyeing. It makes colors pop and resists bleeding.
ESP
S-Blend
Prodigy 400G
Tournament

Best Plastic For Winter

Disc golfer throwing a grippy disc in the snow.

Playing disc golf in cold weather presents some new challenges for those willing to brave the winter temperatures. First, discs fly differently in colder weather. The plastic is stiffer and you get less glide from your discs. They also tend to be more overstable due to the air density. Grip is also affected by the cold stiff plastic. And cold temperature disc golfers always run the risk of cracking their discs due to hitting a hard object like a tree or light post. With those challenges in mind, we can explore which discs are best for winter play

GStar – Not only does the GStar excel in winter golf, it has a sheen and textured look that is beautiful. GStar plastic remains soft even in cold weather, giving you a consistent feel year ‘round.
Neutron Soft
Base Plastics
G-Blend
FLX

Honorable mention: Elevation Discs – Elevation’s extra-soft materials are just as floppy in winter as in summer. Try one of their molds and see what the hype is about.

Best Plastics For Beginners

Group of disc golfers waiting around before a league round.

When we are starting out in disc golf, most of us experiment with molds and plastics until we find the discs that work the best for us. A great option to start with is a base plastic. Base plastics have several qualities that make them good for beginners. They have good grip and are softer than some premium discs. They also break in faster than premium discs, giving you a good flight in a shorter amount of time. Plus, they are the least expensive plastic. If you are experimenting with molds, it won’t cost as much to try new ones.

DX – This plastic feels good and breaks in quickly. Being cheaper than premium is a nice bonus.
Pro D
D-line
X Line
I-Blend

Best Plastic For Night Disc Golf

Glow in the dark disc plastic by MVP brightly glowing in the dark.

Although glow-in-the-dark plastics are common and most brands offer some glow options, not all glow plastics are created equal. Some brands get it right and their plastic glows brightly and holds it for a long time. Others have a glow so weak that it is difficult to tell if it is actually glow plastic. Fortunately, several brands have reworked their glow plastics and have really improved their products.

Night rounds are a blast and one of the things that makes it great is watching your glowing disc in flight. Having a plastics that glows bright makes it fun to watch, and makes it easier to find your disc. Here are the best plastics for night disc golf:

Eclipse 2.0 – MVP has some of the best glow plastic on the planet. They are consistently bright and long lasting. Get a few MVP, Axiom, or Streamline molds for your glow rounds.
Lone Star Glow
K1 Glow
Innova Glow
TSA Glow

Most Durable Disc Golf Plastics

Durable Champion Plastic

Durable plastics are great for disc golf because there are usually lots of obstacles on a course. Durable plastics can take a hit without losing their flight characteristics. Softer, less durable plastics get dinged up easier, which can alter the flight and stability of a disc. Sometimes dings and dents can alter the flight so much that it may need to be replaced.

Discs made of durable plastic take longer to get ‘seasoned’ and achieve the desired flight. But once they do, you can usually throw the disc for a long time and still have a consistent flight. Although the most durable discs are not indestructible, they can definitely take more abuse than softer discs. Here are some of the most durable plastics.

Champion – This translucent plastic is an extra-durable workhorse. Get your favorite mold in Champion and that disc will last for a long time.
Z
Opto/Lucid/VIP
C-Blend
C-Line

Best Disc Golf Discs For Beginners

September 1, 2025 Ted Hegemann One comment

What Beginners Should Know About Choosing Disc Golf Discs

If you’re new to disc golf, the number of disc options can feel overwhelming. There are flight numbers, plastic types, and weight, all influencing how a disc performs. That’s before you even consider what colors or stamps you want. This guide will simplify those factors so you can make an informed choice.

To an outsider, all discs might look the same. But in reality, some discs are tailored for beginner-friendly learning, while others are designed for experienced players. This post focuses on molds that support beginners in developing proper form and confidence.

Understanding Disc Flight Numbers

Disc golf uses a four-number flight rating system. While imperfect, it’s the most useful benchmark we have. Here is what each digit tells you and why it matters:

Speed: Indicates how fast you must throw the disc for it to fly correctly. High-speed discs must be thrown a lot faster than slower-speed discs. Attempting to throw high-speed discs without the proper skill can encourage poor form. Beginners should stick with speeds between 1 and 5. You can get slightly faster discs if you can find them in lighter weights (under 160g)
Glide: Describes how long the disc stays in the air. Higher glide numbers help beginners maximize distance with less power.
Turn: Measures how much the disc will veer to the right (for a right-handed, backhand player) when thrown with speed. Beginners benefit from discs with turn ratings between –1 and –4. If your disc starts turning too much early in flight, consider a faster or more stable mold.
Fade: Reflects how much the disc will curve to the left at the end of its flight. Lower fade values are easier for beginners to manage, since their throws tend to lack high velocity.

What About Disc Weight

Although the flight numbers on a disc might make it good or bad for beginners, the weight of a disc can also make a big difference. Lighter disc golf discs are often better for beginners because they require less power to throw effectively, making it easier to get more distance with less effort.

Heavier discs can be harder to control for new players since they require faster arm speed to achieve a full flight, often resulting in short or inaccurate throws. A lighter disc is also more forgiving, as it tends to glide longer and stay in the air, giving beginners more time to see how their throw affects the disc’s flight. This added distance and control can help new players build confidence while developing proper form.

With those tips in mind, let’s look at the best disc golf discs for beginners.

MVP Ohm The Ohm is a straight-flying, very glidey putter from MVP. Even though is has a high glide, it can comfortably be used as a putting putter. The mold is similar to the Streamline Pilot.
Discraft Archer A former Ace Race disc, the Archer is popular among beginners for is flippy flight, and more skilled players look for a disc that will hold a turn. It has a shallow feel to the rim.
Gateway Voodoo Another straight putter, the Gateway Voodoo has an interesting feel. It is soft and very grippy. The Voodoo comes in a variety of plastic types.
Innova TL3 Considered by Innova to be, “the evolution of the TL”, the TL3 is like a straighter TeeBird. It is also a great disc for newer players who want to take the next step and get a control driver.
Viking Axe The Axe is a domey midrange disc. It has little turn and fade. It’s great for accuracy and controlled shots.
Discraft Roach Another Ace Race disc, the Roach is a popular putter from Discraft. The beadless disc makes a great approach disc, and is perfect for smashing chains.
TSA Pathfinder The Pathfinder is a straight midrange disc from Thought Space Athletics. In addition to its shapable flight, since it is Thought Space, you know the stamp will be next level and the plastic will feel amazing!
Innova Cobra The Innova Cobra has been around longer than nearly all of the beginners who would throw it. It is a midrange that has a little more turn than other mids on the list, and a little more fade. That combination will give you more options for shaping your shot.
Yikun Yan With a little more glide than most mids, the Yan is a deep-rim, straight disc that will hold any line you put it on. It is a great choice for picking up some distance with little effort.
Viking Cosmos Another great option for beginners who want a disc with a little more distance potential is the Viking Cosmos. Its flight is just what a beginner will need to expanding their game.

If you look at each of the discs listed, you’ll find they all fit the description above of what makes a great beginner disc. None of them are high-speed discs. None of them have crazy fade. They are all stable to understable discs. They are just what you should look for as you start your disc golf Journey!

Below is a link to the complete list of the best beginner discs. Check it out to see which of the molds might be on sale!

Best Beginner Discs

Best Disc Golf Brands

August 18, 2025 Ted Hegemann 34 comments

If you’ve been playing disc golf very long, you have probably noticed the explosion of new brands entering the market. Every month, you can see new brands getting molds approved by the PDGA. Although many of those molds will never see the light of day, many will hit the market. Some of those will take off and become popular. Those disc sales are affecting the older, established brands. That is what we will talk about today.

In this blog, we will look at the popularity of all the major brands. We will take our data from Infinite’s sales for the past several years. That will show us which brands have sold the most, and how those numbers have changed over the past few years.

Percentage of Sales by Brand

The following chart represents sales by brand on the InfiniteDiscs.com retail site. The brands listed are in order based on sales for 2025.

	Brand	2025 to Date	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018
1	Innova	15.9%	19.8%	18.41%	20.59%	26.69%	31.57%	30.43%	37.17%
2	Discraft	14.9%	12.2%	13.53%	13.70%	18.10%	21.09%	17.90%	7.68%
3	Infinite Discs	11.4%	14.0%	12.66%	15.79%	12.95%	6.35%	4.56%	3.60%
4	Axiom	8.4%	7.7%	6.34%	4.17%	3.54%	2.61%	3.42%	3.25%
5	MVP	7.7%	5.4%	8.20%	5.53%	3.58%	5.23%	5.53%	5.76%
6	Latitude 64	5.2%	3.6%	3.69%	2.93%	2.87%	4.43%	5.44%	6.33%
7	Discmania	3.7%	3.5%	4.02%	3.26%	2.95%	4.95%	7.40%	9.06%
8	Thought Space Athletics	3.6%	3.8%	3.87%	4.66%	2.31%	0.46%	0.19%	0.00%
9	Prodigy	3.0%	2.7%	2.49%	3.31%	3.51%	3.92%	3.19%	2.50%
10	Doomsday Discs	2.7%	2.0%	1.03%	0.53%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
11	Kastaplast	2.5%	2.4%	2.52%	2.35%	1.13%	1.83%	1.97%	0.76%
12	Dynamic Discs	2.2%	2.3%	3.19%	3.58%	4.91%	5.71%	8.00%	8.96%
13	Gateway	2.1%	1.8%	1.44%	1.78%	2.76%	1.92%	1.75%	1.76%
14	Clash Discs	2.0%	2.8%	1.71%	0.66%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
15	Westside	1.9%	1.5%	1.80%	1.76%	1.06%	2.83%	3.68%	4.92%
16	Streamline	1.9%	0.8%	0.98%	0.97%	1.24%	1.53%	1.79%	0.94%
17	Yikun	1.3%	1.6%	0.98%	1.05%	1.15%	0.44%	0.31%	0.24%
18	Lone Star Disc	0.8%	1.5%	4.32%	2.31%	0.46%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
19	Dino Discs	0.8%	0.9%	0.97%	0.93%	1.59%	0.19%	0.00%	0.00%
20	Mint Discs	0.7%	0.5%	0.70%	0.72%	0.54%	0.37%	0.42%	0.22%

Comparing the Disc Golf Market of 2018 with 2025

In 2018, the disc golf market was largely dominated by a few key players. Innova stood as the undisputed leader with a commanding 37.17% market share. Discmania was our #2 selling brand with 9.06% and Dynamic Discs slightly behind at 8.96% of brand market share. While Discraft held a significant 7.68%, they were no where near Innova in terms of disc golf brand sales.

Here in 2025, the landscape looks a bit different. Although Innova is still the sales leader, their share of the market has dropped significantly since 2018. Discraft made big gains in 2019 after signing Paul McBeth. With additional pro signings, they have nearly caught Innova as the sales leader.

Other brands, like Doomsday, TSA, or Lonestar didn’t even exist in 2018. They are starting to carve out their own slices of the pie.

The biggest growth of the market share pie is the “Others” category. In 2018, disc golf brands outside of the top twelve represented only 6.5% of disc golf sales. This year, the others account for nearly 19% of our online sales. That is more than any single brand. It is, however, down a little bit from last year’s nearly 21%. It will be interesting to see if that number changes after a full year of sales.

Pandemic Disc Golf Brands

The Covid 19 pandemic lead to unprecedented growth in disc golf and the number of disc golf businesses. We currently sell over 40 different disc golf brands that didn’t even exist in 2018.

Lone Star Disc’s ascension from no Infinite Discs sales in 2020 to 1.6% brand share in 2024 demonstrates the power of local and regional branding. By tapping into the Texan spirit, they have captured the hearts of players in their area and beyond. While Lone Star was new to disc golf during the pandemic, they were not new to mold creation or injection molding. Their ability to produce dozens of molds almost instantly and their acquisition of a large professional and amateur disc golf team have had a big impact on their rapid growth. However, the brand has dropped in sales recently.

Additionally, the meteoric rise of Clash Discs from no US Sales in 2021 to 2.9% of the market share in 2023 illustrates the potential of novel marketing approaches and product differentiation.

Interestingly, Infinite Discs, while not a new entrant during the pandemic, has also seen impressive growth from 3.60% in 2018 to 14.7% of brand market share in 2024 thus far. Because we are InfiniteDiscs.com, the results are undoubtedly skewed from our direct sales, as Infinite Discs fans are more likely to shop from our retail site than anywhere else.

Likewise, Thought Space Athletics is another brand that has rapidly grown and seen sizeable market share added. Over the last six years they have gone from an obscure niche brand to a mainstream competitor. The focus on disc aesthetics and the signing several notable professional players certainly has helped.

Impact of Professional Players Switching Sponsors

Discraft and Paul McBeth

Discraft experienced a significant rise in its brand market share between 2018 and 2020, largely attributed to a strategic move that had a profound impact on the disc golf world. At the heart of this transformative shift was the signing of Paul McBeth, the then-undisputed number one disc golfer in the world. McBeth’s association with Innova, his long-standing sponsor, made his unexpected transition to Discraft a remarkable development. This transition was fueled by the allure of the first multi-million-dollar disc golf contract, shaking the foundations of the sport. McBeth’s immense popularity and prowess on the course created a seismic effect that reverberated across the sport, drawing newfound attention to Discraft. However, Discrafts rapid growth can’t be solely attributed to McBeth’s signing.

At the same time, Discraft also implemented strategic moves by producing more visually appealing discs and adding flight numbers to their stock discs. The timing of Discraft’s acquisition of former professional Ultimate Frisbee player Brodie Smith coincided with the pandemic shutdown of most Ultimate Frisbee events due to pandemic restrictions. This confluence of factors acted as a catalyst for Discraft’s rapid expansion, turning the brand into the second major contender in the disc golf industry.

MVP and Simon Lizotte

The year 2022 witnessed a remarkable surge in the market presence of both MVP and Axiom. A pivotal catalyst for this growth was the strategic sponsorship of Simon Lizotte, widely regarded as one of the most popular disc golfers globally. Renowned not only for his exceptional skills on the course but also for his charismatic personality and substantial YouTube and social media followings, Lizotte’s affiliation with MVP and Axiom injected newfound energy and visibility into the brands.

With an engaging and dynamic presence, Lizotte captivated audiences and fans worldwide, drawing attention to MVP and Axiom discs in the process. His influence extended beyond just his performances on the course, transcending into a vibrant online community. This symbiotic relationship between Simon Lizotte’s appeal and the brands’ products culminated in a notable uptick in their market share. The combination of innovative disc designs, Lizotte’s influencer status, and his ability to connect with disc golf enthusiasts contributed to the meteoric rise of MVP and Axiom, solidifying their positions as influential players in the ever-evolving disc golf landscape.

MVP’s market share surged from 5.76% in 2018 to an impressive 8.20% in 2023. It dipped a little in 2025, but not by much. Axiom, a subsidiary of MVP, has had a more favorable trajectory. Axiom has grown from 3.25% in 2018 to 8.4% in 2025, showcasing their ability to carve out their niche in the market with pretty steady growth.

Discmania, Dynamic Discs and Latitude 64

Discmania’s trajectory is also noteworthy. Although their market share has decreased slightly from 9.1% in 2018 to 3.7% in 2025, their ability to maintain a considerable share amidst a rapidly expanding market signifies a dedicated following. This trend is echoed by brands like Latitude 64 and Dynamic Discs, which have also maintained consistent shares recently, demonstrating their ability to foster brand loyalty.

Growth of New Disc Golf Brands

The data also underscores the growth of niche brands. Thought Space Athletics, a brand focusing on unique disc designs, has grown from 0% in 2018 to 3.6% in 2025. Similarly, Kastaplast, with its distinctive Swedish heritage and unique plastic blends, has grown from 0.8% in 2018 to 2.5% in 2025. These examples highlight the impact of brand identity and differentiation in a crowded market.

Furthermore, the diversification of the market is evident in the proliferation of smaller brands. While individually they may not command substantial market shares, collectively they contribute to the richness of options available to players. Brands like RPM Discs, DGA, Viking Discs, and Finish Line Discs may not dominate the market, but they cater to specific tastes and preferences.

The evolution of disc golf brands is evidence of the broader trend of the sport’s growing popularity. As more players enter the scene and as the sport gains recognition, the market becomes a battleground for innovation, quality, and brand loyalty. The increasing number of brands also speaks to the democratization of the sport, as more players are drawn in and more entrepreneurs seize the opportunity to create and promote their products.

The past six years have seen a shift in the disc golf market. While Innova’s leadership has slightly waned, it still maintains its position as the leading brand. However, the rise of MVP, Axiom, Lone Star Disc, and others indicates that the industry is open to disruption and innovation. The disc golf landscape is no longer characterized by a few giants, but rather by a diverse array of brands catering to different tastes, regions, and playing styles. This evolution bodes well for the continued growth and dynamism of the sport.

Best Discs from the Best Brands

Our top products pages allow you to see exactly the best discs from the top disc golf brands. Check out these top product pages from the best disc golf brands of 2023.

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If you could only throw one brand, what would it be? What is the most common brand in your bag? Post below and let us know!

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Best Distance Drivers 2025

August 6, 2025 Ted Hegemann 31 comments

When you want to get the most distance from your drives, you’re usually reaching for your high-speed drivers. Also called distance driver, this type of disc has the widest rim of all types, and the usually require the most skill to maximize the achievable distance. They are the super-athlete of the disc golf world, since they hold distance records, and are used by pros and amateurs alike. Much like our Best Putters, Best Midranges, and Best Fairway Drivers we will look at the sales data to find the best disc golf distance drivers for 2025, and give you some ideas of discs you might want to try.

Like always, we’ll start by showing the Best Distance Drivers for 2024

Best Disc Golf Distance Drivers 2024

Taking the top spot for sales is the Innova Wraith. The Wraith is a speed 11 disc that has a flight similar to some of the other top discs on the list. Taking second is the Infinite Discs Emperor, followed by the most popular driver of all time, the Innova Destroyer.

Top Wraith Plastics

Checking out the top plastic sales for the number one Wraith we find that the most popular Wraith plastic sold is Star plastic. Star plastic outsold second place Gummy Champion by three times! It was responsible for over a third of all Wraith sales last year. The third place most popular plastic is GStar.

Now let’s look at the top sellers for last year.

Top 50 Best Disc Golf Distance Drivers 2025

The MVP Trail isn’t even two years old, but is very popular. The speed-10 mold from MVP has a stable flight that is useful for a wide range of skill levels. It dethroned the Innova Wraith, which dropped to fourth place. Taking second to the Trail is the ever-popular Infinite Discs Emperor. Third on the list is the Innova Destroyer.

The top four molds on the list make up a quarter of all distance driver sales. Innova and Infinite are regular names at the top of the list. It was nice to see MVP break into the elite ranks.

Here are the links to the top 10 discs on the list.

Check out the top selling drivers HERE

Most Brands In The Top 50

There are ten different brands who have a disc in the top 50 best discs. That is down a couple from last year. Let’s take a look at which brands are represented, and how many molds they have on the list.

The top few brands are not a surprise. Innova and Discraft are some of the oldest disc golf brands, and sponsor some top pros. Their size gives them a lot more marketing opportunities. That helps them manage to stay on top despite all of the newer brands that have hit the market the last decade.

Top Rated Drivers

We’ve looked at the sales data for the top distance drivers, and now we’ll look at the top RATED discs. The infinite discs website allows customers to leave feedback and ratings on discs and accessories, and is a good resource for finding highly rated disc products. Let’s look at some of the distance drivers with the highest ratings. For our ‘Highest Rated’ sections, our system sorts by mold and plastic type.

Highest Rated Distance Drivers

Taking the number one spot with the highest consumer rating for distance drivers is Infinite Discs’ popular high-speed driver, the Emperor. The speed 12 driver has a popular flight that features a little turn with a reliable solid fade. It is available in numerous plastic types. It is also the signature disc of some of the top pros. The I-Blend Emperor has a 4.93 rating out of 5. Nearly perfect!

In second place with a rating of 4.86 is the Star Innova Wraith. Taking third is the Discmania Neo Enigma. The Enigma has a customer rating of 4.73.

Check out the highest rated distance drivers HERE

Highest Rated Overstable Distance Drivers

Since the Emperor is considered an overstable driver and is the highest rated driver, it is obviously going to be the highest rated overstable driver. In this category, the Emperor took first, second, and tied for third, with three different plastics represented. In second place with 4.91 stars out of five is the Signature Swirly S-Blend. In third place at 4.90 stars is the Signature I-Blend. Also at 4.90 is the Halo Star Destroyer.

Check out the top overstable disc golf distance drivers HERE and you can see what’s on sale!

Highest Rated Understable Disc Golf Driver

Looking at the other end of the stability spectrum we have the highest rated understable drivers. The Innova Tern took the top two spots. The Star Tern is the highest rated at 4.78. Just a little behind the Star is the Champion Tern, with 4.69 stars. Infinite Discs’ I-Blend Maya came in third with its 4.68 rating.

The next two molds on the understable list, the Axiom Insanity and the Lone Star Disc Mockingbird, are tied at an impressive rating of 4.79.

Check out the top 20 understable disc golf distance drivers HERE and you can see all the top molds and what’s on sale!

Highest Rated Stable & Straight Flying Drivers

Checking out distance drivers with a more neutral flight, meaning little turn and a less aggressive fade, we find the stable Infinite Discs Splatter S-Blend Pharaoh leading the pack for the title of Best Stable Distance Driver with a rating of 4.91. The Pharaoh is a high-speed driver that comes in a variety of plastics.

In second place with a rating of 4.89 is the Streamline Neutron SL Trace. In the last podium spot, we find the MVP Neutron Tesla, rated at 4.4 out of five stars.

Check out the top 20 stable disc golf distance drivers HERE and you can see all the top molds and what’s on sale!

Let Us Know About YOUR Favorite Drivers!

Those are our lists of the top distance drivers with sales and ratings data. Let’s add to the data by hearing from YOU! Answer one or more of the following questions:

1 – What is your favorite distance driver?
2 – What is your favorite over/understable distance driver?
3 – What do you think will be the best distance driver for next year?

Best Disc Golf Fairway Drivers 2025

August 1, 2025 Ted Hegemann 53 comments

A disc golf fairway driver is designed for controlled distance and accuracy off the tee. Typically, it has a narrower rim compared to a distance driver, which allows for a more stable flight and greater control over a variety of throws. Fairway drivers are ideal for players who want accuracy, while still covering a substantial amount of ground. They work well for both beginners learning proper technique and experienced players looking for a disc that can handle a variety of shots, such as controlled hyzers, anhyzers, and straight throws. In this blog we will look at the best disc golf fairway drivers for 2025.

Best Fairway Drivers 2025

Much like our Best Putters of 2025 and Best Midrange Discs of 2025 blog posts, this week we will look at the Best Fairway Drivers of 2025. We’ll look at the top selling molds, the most popular brands, and the highest rated discs. Let’s start with the top molds for 2024, so we can look for changes:

Infinite Discs took two of the top three spots on the 2024 list, and four molds in the top 10. Taking first place is the popular Sphinx. The Sphinx accounted for 5% of all fairway drivers sold in 2024. It is a mold that I throw frequently.

Top 50 For 2025

Okay, now lets check out the top 50 control drivers for the first half of 2025:

The flippy fairway driver, the Sphinx held on to the top spot for 2025. Latitude 64’s River is off to a great start for 2025, reaching the podium. Two newer molds broke the top 10: Doomsday Discs’ Chemtrail and the Discraft Cigarra were both released within the past year, and still found a spot in the top 10. They join a long-time favorite, the Innova Firebird as top sellers.

Speaking of Innova, it looks like they had more molds in the top 50 than any other brand. The top 5 most popular brands remained the same and in the same order.

Top Fairway Driver Brands

Smaller brands such as Dino Discs and Mint Discs joined Westside with one mold in the top 50.

Highest Rated Fairway Drivers

Shifting from the best disc golf fairway drivers based on sales, we look at the highest rated fairway molds. Infinite Discs allows customers to rate individual discs and products to help other disc golfers see how other people feel about discs and accessories. If you would like to contribute YOUR reviews, you can earn points that can be redeemed for gift cards. Learn about our rewards program HERE

A quick check of the highest rated fairway drivers and we see that the Infinite Discs I-Blend Sphinx is the highest rated with 4.85 out of five stars. Tied for second place, just a tick behind the Sphinx with 4.84 is the Star TeeBird. They TeeBird is followed by a tie between the Lucid Felon and the Star Firebird. It’s easy to see why these molds sell so many discs. Based on the reviews, people really love them!

Highest Rated Overstable Fairway Drive

The highest-rated overstable fairway driver is a beefy disc from MVP, the Terra. The Terra is a disc that its reviewers absolutely love! It is an overstable mold that is in the James Conrad line of discs. It may not work as well for beginners. But, if you have a good arm you might want to consider this fairly beefy thrower from MVP.

Legacy had two Rivals in the top three, in second place is the Icon plastic, and in third, Pinnacle plastic.

Highest Rated Stable Fairway Driver

Fairway drivers that have minimal high-speed turn and fade are considered ‘stable’. These discs are shapable to suit the needs of a particular situation. The mold with the highest rating in this category is the Infinite Discs Centurion. The speed 7 Centurion has a little bit of turn at high speed, and a relatively mild fade at the end of its flight. It has an Infinite rating of 4.86, making it one of the higher rated discs of any category. In second place for fairway drivers is the Discmania Essence, rated at 4.79. A couple tenths behind the Essence is the Innova TL3. The TL3 is a faster version of the TL, which is a less overstable version of the TeeBird. It has an rating of 4.59

Highest Rated Understable Fairway Driver

Sometimes you need a bit more turn on your throws in order to either shape the shot you want, or keep turning over until you get a roller. In other words, you need something understable. Here is a list of some of the highest-rated molds that have a bit more understability in their flight.

Sitting at the top of the list as the highest rated and top selling understable fairway driver is Infinite Discs’ Sphinx. It is a flippy speed 9 disc that can definitely give you some turn in your flight. The Sphinx is rated at 4.87 out of five stars. Second place is another speed 9 mold,the Innova Valkyrie. The Valk has a rating of 4.48. In third place a little behind the Valk is the Innova Leopard. The Leopard is rated 4.46.

Let us know your favorite fairway driver!

Those are our lists of the top fairway drivers with sales and ratings data. Let’s add to the data by hearing from YOU! Please answer one or more of the following questions.

1 – What is your favorite fairway driver?
2 – What is your favorite over/understable fairway driver?

Let us know if the comments below.

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