Attention disc golf enthusiasts and Infinite fans! We’re thrilled to announce an event that’s sure to set the course on fire—the Choose Your Fighter Battles! Eight of our iconic disc mascots are ready to face off in a bracket-style battle where every purchase powers their journey to victory. This isn’t just about you scoring a quality disc; it’s about rallying behind your favorite mascot and being part of a community-driven competition.
Here’s how it works: We’ve featured lots of new characters on our stamps over the years. Now we’ll find out which is the most popular! Each week, two of the eight Infinite characters will face off in a battle for dominance. During that week, Infinite will have discs available with each combatant on the stamp. Whichever character sells the most that week is the winner of that battle. The winning mascot celebrates and moves on in the bracket, while the loser sulks and slinks away.
New battles will be announced every Monday, and will last for one week. Winners will continue to advance in the bracket, until there is one final champion! Infinite will then release discs with a unique stamp featuring the winning mascot.
Let The Battles Begin
The first battle has already begun! Between now and Monday, choose between the current contenders: The Marauder vs Parachute Penguin. Which one looks the best? Maybe its an old favorite of yours? You choose your fighter! Check out the disc options in the link below, then buy a disc to cast your vote!
Throughout this blog series we’ve been finding the best disc golf discs for 2025. First we looked at the best putters, then the best midranges, before moving on to the higher-speed discs, the best fairway drivers and best distance drivers. This week, we’ll combine the best of the best, and find out which mold is number one!
First, let’s look at the top disc results for the previous year. Then we can see which discs did better and which ones might have fallen off the list.
Best Discs For 2023
Disc Rank
Manufacturer
Disc Name
Disc Type
1
MVP
Glitch
Putt & Approach
2
Discraft
Buzzz
Mid Range
3
Innova
Wraith
Distance Driver
4
Infinite Discs
Alpaca
Putt & Approach
5
Infinite Discs
Emperor
Distance Driver
6
Innova
Destroyer
Distance Driver
7
Axiom
Hex
Mid Range
8
Discraft
Zone
Putt & Approach
9
Axiom
Envy
Putt & Approach
10
Infinite Discs
Tomb
Putt & Approach
11
Infinite Discs
Dynasty
Control Driver
12
Infinite Discs
Pharaoh
Distance Driver
13
Innova
Pig
Mid Range
14
Kastaplast
Berg
Putt & Approach
15
Infinite Discs
Maya
Distance Driver
16
Gateway
Wizard
Putt & Approach
17
Innova
Mamba
Distance Driver
18
Axiom
Proxy
Putt & Approach
19
Infinite Discs
Sphinx
Control Driver
20
Infinite Discs
Centurion
Control Driver
21
Dynamic Discs
Judge
Putt & Approach
22
Discraft
Luna
Putt & Approach
23
Innova
Firebird
Control Driver
24
Axiom
Crave
Control Driver
25
Latitude 64
Pure
Putt & Approach
26
Innova
Aviar
Putt & Approach
27
Innova
Leopard
Control Driver
28
Infinite Discs
Aztec
Distance Driver
29
Innova
Mako3
Mid Range
30
Innova
Teebird
Control Driver
31
Axiom
Insanity
Control Driver
32
Innova
Valkyrie
Control Driver
33
Thought Space Athletics
Construct
Distance Driver
34
Discraft
Athena
Control Driver
35
Infinite Discs
Anubis
Mid Range
36
Latitude 64
River
Control Driver
37
Innova
Tern
Distance Driver
38
Innova
Rollo
Mid Range
39
Innova
Leopard3
Control Driver
40
Latitude 64
Diamond
Control Driver
41
Discraft
Heat
Control Driver
42
Thought Space Athletics
Mantra
Control Driver
43
Innova
Beast
Distance Driver
44
Thought Space Athletics
Votum
Control Driver
45
Innova
Thunderbird
Control Driver
46
Innova
Shryke
Distance Driver
47
MVP
Watt
Putt & Approach
48
Infinite Discs
Roman
Control Driver
49
Clash Discs
Wild Honey
Distance Driver
50
Innova
Roadrunner
Control Driver
The hot seller for that year was the MVP Glitch, a putt and approach disc that leapt into first place during its first full year of sales! We’ll have to see how it did during its sophomore year of sales. So, lets up into the list of the top sellers for 2024.
Best of the Best Discs
Disc Rank
Manufacturer
Disc Name
Disc Type
% of Sales
1
Axiom
Pixel
Putt & Approach
2.1%
2
Innova
Wraith
Distance Driver
1.9%
3
Infinite Discs
Emperor
Distance Driver
1.7%
4
Infinite Discs
Alpaca
Putt & Approach
1.6%
5
Innova
Destroyer
Distance Driver
1.6%
6
Discraft
Buzzz
Mid Range
1.5%
7
Infinite Discs
Pharaoh
Distance Driver
1.3%
8
Infinite Discs
Sphinx
Control Driver
1.3%
9
Discraft
Zone
Putt & Approach
1.2%
10
Axiom
Envy
Putt & Approach
1.2%
11
Infinite Discs
Tomb
Putt & Approach
1.0%
12
Innova
Mamba
Distance Driver
0.9%
13
Infinite Discs
Maya
Distance Driver
0.9%
14
Gateway
Wizard
Putt & Approach
0.8%
15
Infinite Discs
Dynasty
Control Driver
0.8%
16
MVP
Glitch
Putt & Approach
0.8%
17
Discraft
Luna
Putt & Approach
0.8%
18
Axiom
Crave
Control Driver
0.8%
19
Innova
Mako3
Mid Range
0.8%
20
Infinite Discs
Roman
Control Driver
0.7%
21
Innova
Rollo
Mid Range
0.7%
22
Innova
Gorgon
Distance Driver
0.7%
23
Infinite Discs
Centurion
Control Driver
0.6%
24
Axiom
Hex
Mid Range
0.6%
25
Innova
Valkyrie
Control Driver
0.6%
26
Prodigy
PA-3
Putt & Approach
0.6%
27
MVP
Trail
Distance Driver
0.6%
28
Axiom
Time-Lapse
Distance Driver
0.6%
29
Innova
Tern
Distance Driver
0.6%
30
Latitude 64
Pure
Putt & Approach
0.6%
31
Innova
Leopard
Control Driver
0.6%
32
Innova
Teebird
Control Driver
0.6%
33
Innova
Aviar
Putt & Approach
0.5%
34
Kastaplast
Berg
Putt & Approach
0.5%
35
Discraft
Cicada
Control Driver
0.5%
36
Innova
Firebird
Control Driver
0.5%
37
Innova
Pig
Mid Range
0.5%
38
Innova
Leopard3
Control Driver
0.5%
39
Thought Space Athletics
Mantra
Control Driver
0.5%
40
Innova
Shryke
Distance Driver
0.5%
41
Latitude 64
River
Control Driver
0.5%
42
Infinite Discs
Aztec
Distance Driver
0.5%
43
Axiom
Proxy
Putt & Approach
0.4%
44
MVP
Wave
Distance Driver
0.4%
45
Innova
Thunderbird
Control Driver
0.4%
46
Innova
Beast
Distance Driver
0.4%
47
Thought Space Athletics
Construct
Distance Driver
0.4%
48
Innova
Roadrunner
Control Driver
0.4%
49
Clash Discs
Wild Honey
Distance Driver
0.4%
50
Dynamic Discs
Judge
Putt & Approach
0.4%
Although we see a new leader in sales for last year, the Axiom Pixel, it overcame the same challenges of taking the top spot as the Glitch: it did so in its first full year of sales! The MVP/Axiom folks are putting out some great molds that are backed by popular pros.
Here are highlights of the top discs for the year:
1 Axiom Pixel – The Pixel is a straight, fairly glidey putter that, although it feels right at home as an approach disc or throwing putter on shorter holes, can also be found in the hands of disc golfers hoping to sink a long putt.
2 Innova Wraith – A perennial top contender for sales, the Wraith has the popular flight characteristics as the Destroyer, but a little slower speed. Every brand eventually makes a mold with the same flight numbers.
3 Infinite Discs Emperor – Coming up on its sixth birthday, the Emperor has been a hit from the beginning. It is made out of nearly every Infinite plastic, so give you a variety of options. And yes, it has a flight similar to the aforementioned Destroyer.
4 Infinite Discs Alpaca – Another mold that has been a hit from the beginning is the Infinite Alpaca. The beadless putter feels wonderful in your hand and performs even better. Try throwing the Alpaca today and see what the hype is all about.
5 Innova Destroyer – Ahhh, the Innova Destroyer. It has been around longer that most people have been playing disc golf. And it has been a favorite ever since its release. The Destroyer can be found in nearly every plastic, and a variety of weights, to meet the needs of most disc golfers. It has flight numbers that mimic a nice S-curve. Those numbers contribute to a nice S-curve for its flight.
Comparing changes from year to year, we find seven molds that made the current list, that weren’t there the year before. That includes the number one disc on the list, the Axiom Pixel. Here is the list of the seven molds new to the top 50 this year: Axiom Pixel Innova Gorgon Prodigy PA-3 MVP Trail Axiom Time-Lapse Discraft Cicada MVP Wave
Check out the complete list of the best selling discs at Infinite Discs:
It is always interesting to see how many different brands are represented in the list of the top discs. Some brands you pretty much expect to see on the list. Others are somewhat of a surprise. With the changing disc golf manufacturer landscape, a couple brands still dominate, but smaller brands are starting to carve out their share of the market. Here are the top Brands on the list:
No one will be surprised to see that Innova leads the pack, with a whopping 18 molds in the top 50. Just as unsurprising, Infinite takes second place. Discraft, with its star-studded lineup of touring pros, comes in fourth with four molds in the top 50.
Most Popular Disc Types
If you sort the top 50 discs according to their disc type, three of the four types listed all have close to the same representation in the top 50. The exception is the midrange disc, with only 5 molds in the top 50.
The highest-rated midrange disc in the top 50 is the Discraft Buzzz, which is the sixth most popular mold, and will likely continue to land near the top of the list. It is a staple in many player’s bags, and has been a hot-seller for a long time.
Highest Rated Disc Golf Discs
The Infinite Discs rewards program includes incentives to give reviews about discs and accessories that we offer. We show the results of those ratings on every product page. The rating system allows customers to rate a disc/product on a scale from one to five stars, as well as give brief reviews about the item. This valuable feedback gives seeking customers insights to what their fellow disc golfers think about the disc/product.
Infinite discs has pages which show the highest rated discs on a single page, to give you an overview of the top rated discs. Bookmark these pages and refer to them next time you are shopping, to help guide your purchases.
In our Best Putters blog we saw how the Axiom Pixel had dethroned the MVP Glitch for the title of the Best Putter. The straight-flying Pixel is the second mold in the Simon Line of discs, giving it a boost among Lizotte fans. It flies straight with minimal fade. The Pixel’s micro-bead is comfortable in your hand, giving you confidence driving the disc, or putting into the basket.
The Best Midrange disc for 2025 will surprise no one. The Discraft Buzzz has been a hot seller for a couple decades. It feels great in your hand, comes in a variety of plastics and stamps, and flies like you need it to fly. As a disc you can use in many situations, the Buzzz delivers. It will continue to sell well.
According to the Best Control (Fairway) Driver blog, the Infinite Discs Sphinx is in the number one spot. Although it is an understable disc that is well suited for newer players, it is also available in plastics that make the mold more overstable, and more likely to be utilized by more experienced players.
Check out the rest of the top fairway drivers HERE
Best Distance Driver
The Best Distance Driver blog indicated that the Innova Wraith was everyone’s favorite. Like the Buzzz, it is not unusual to see the Wraith at or near the top of the list. It has desirable flight numbers. Endorsed by the legend, Ken Climo, the Wraith can be used by forehand and backhand players to maximize their throws.
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If you hop on a boat leaving New York City and travel across the Atlantic, you might pass through the English Channel and into the North Sea. If you continue your journey, you might pass near Denmark and into the Baltic Sea. Traveling north out of the Baltic Sea you will enter the Bothnia Sea. Near the west coast of the Bonia Sea is the city of Pori, Finland.
Pori is home to one of the oldest Jazz festivals in Europe. The city has a local food called “porilainen” (which is a sausage-based type of sandwich), and a church building that dates back to the 13th century. And Pori is home to Lucky Discs.
Lucky in the USA
Although we like to carry more disc golf brands than anyone on earth, it isn’t very often that we get to have a visit from representatives of the brand. That was the case when Pekka and Andy stopped by our shop/warehouse to say hi and show us their discs. We enjoyed our visit with them, and wanted to feature them in our blog series about the different brands that we carry. Let’s learn about Lucky Discs!
Pekka (on the left) and Andy visit Infinite
Introducing Lucky Discs
Although they are not the newest disc golf brand around, they are still new by disc manufacturer standards. Lucky Discs was officially founded just three years ago, in 2022, by Tero Pesola and his team. As long-time disc golf enthusiasts, the team wanted to design and create stylish discs that reflect their vision for the sport. From that idea, Lucky Discs was born.
With the goal of creating unique discs instead of just copies of other disc, the folks at Lucky decided to get their discs manufactured in Finland. And they got some assistance from local disc golf pro, Kai Vesa. With a manufacturer and a pro on their team, they got to work creating perfect discs for the disc golf community.
Birth of a Brand
In May of 2022, the first mold from Lucky Discs, the Money Shot, was officially PDGA approved. The Money Shot is a beefy beadless approach putter that can handle big arms for precision approach shots, and is a great utility disc for everyone.
After the Money Shot, Lucky got two other molds released. The Bank Robber is their control driver that is available in their premium plastics. The Treasure Hunt is a high-speed driver with a ton of glide (picture a Destroyer, but with more glide).
A Mold By Any Other Name
The naming convention for their molds is simply rooted in real-life rounds. Certainly, all of us have been hunting for the treasure of an ace! Many of us have robbed our buddies of a victory by executing the perfect hole. And another name for a winning shot is a Money Shot. It will be fun to see what other themed names their team dreams up out on the course!
So far, the hot seller for Lucky is the Bank Robber in Premium plastic. In fact, Premium is their most popular overall plastic. It is extremely durable and feels great in the hand, and it is favored by power players. Their other plastics include Basic and Ultrium.
Coming Soon…
Soon to be added to the Lucky Discs line is a stylish midrange disc. They expect it to launch soon, and fill an important niche for the brand. It will be perfect for short drives and approach shots.
As for the future of the brand, they say that things are looking great. They have been receiving encouraging feedback from U.S. disc golfers and retailers. Moving forward they will continue to court American buyers, and continue to supply the European market. They are aiming for strong growth, believing that there will always be a solid demand for high-quality, stylish discs.
The Future of Disc Golf
They are just as optimistic about the future of the sport. Although disc golf growth has fluctuated the past 20 years, it has steadily climbed. As more countries discover disc golf, our community will grow. A great example of this global sport is the 2025 World Championships being held in Finland. It is the first time that Worlds has been held outside of the US.
“Disc golf is a sport for everyone”, Lucky Discs founder Tero Pesola said. “Every player can set their own goals, and there is always something new to learn.”
When asked what makes Lucky Discs unique, Pesola said, “The uniqueness of Lucky Discs is based on a genuine desire to do things the way we would want them done for ourselves – out of love for the sport.”
Infinite is sure that any brand with that empathetic approach and sincere attitude is welcome in disc golf!
This week we continue with our series about the best discs of of 2025, last week we took a look at the best putters. This week we’ll check out the best disc golf midrange discs for 2025.
In disc golf, midrange discs are versatile discs that are frequently used for shorter, controlled shots where accuracy is important. They have a variety of stabilities for nearly any situation you may find yourself. Although they can be used off the tee, they are commonly used for second or third shots, with the goal of finishing near the basket.
We’ll start by taking a look back to last year and the best midrange discs for the year.
Top 50 Midrange Discs 2024
Once again, the Buzzz sits on top of the list. The Rollo is the only newer mold in the top 5.
Best Midrange Discs 2025
Now let’s look at the best midranges discs for last year to see any changes to the previous list.
Once again, sitting atop the list is the Discraft Buzzz. The difference between charts is the percentage of all midranges that the Buzzz represents. This year the Buzzz’s share of the market jumped from 8.7% to over 17%. That’s a big increase.
Although the second place Hex is way behind the Buzzz, it is also nearly double the sales percentage of the third place Mako3. The Buzzz and the Hex represent nearly one in every four midrange discs sold.
The MVP Detour and the Axiom Balance round out the top five. Those two discs have had been on the market for less than two years. The Buzzz has been around for decades. Often times there is a lot of hype surrounding new releases. If the hype fades, the disc sales drop. Molds like the Buzzz and Mako3 have been around for awhile and have proven their value to disc golfers.
Top Midrange Brands
Discraft leads the chart with the most molds in the top 50, with 9. The Buzzz, Buzzz SS, and the flippy midrange Meteor are the top sellers for Discraft. Innova takes second with 7 molds. Infinite takes the final podium spot with 5 molds in the top 50. There are 18 different brands represented in the top 50.
Highest Rated Midrange Discs
As part of its rewards program, Infinite Discs encourages customers to leave reviews for the discs and accessories they purchase. Along with a review, people can rate the products on a scale from one to five stars. We will now turn to those ratings to see which midrange discs rated the highest.
Last year, the Prodigy M4 tied with the Buzzz for the highest-rated midrange disc. This year, the M4 stays at 4.8, while the Buzzz ‘drops’ to 4.79. The M4 is a slightly understable midrange. RPM’s Piwakawaka was just a bit behind the other two with 4.76 out of five stars
Highest Rated Very Overstable Midrange Discs
These beefy discs have massive amounts of fade, and are not for everyone. If you have enough skill and arm speed, you may be in the market for one of these discs and want to check them out. If you get one of these molds, you are looking for something extra beefy, and they all deliver. That may be why the high ratings.
The highest-rated very overstable midrange disc is the Legacy Recluse. The Pursuit has a fade rating of four and an average rating of 4.93 out of five. The Prodiscus Troija also has a fade of 4, but with a turn of +1. It is rated just below the Recluse with a rating of 4.91. The third place spot goes to the Yikun Crossbow, whose flight numbers are 4,1.5,.5,4.
Highest Rated Very Overstable Midrange Discs
Looking at the highest rated overstable midrange discs we see the Infinite Discs Ra in first place. The Ra is one of the older molds from Infinite. It has enough stability for big arms, but enough controlability for newer players. The Ra has a user-rating of 4.86. Last year’s highest-rated mold, the RPM Kotuku, tied for second with a rating of 4.83. The Kastaplast Jarn tied with the Kotuku, also getting a 4.83 rating.
Highest Rated Understable Midrange Discs
If you want a midrange that will give you a little (or a lot) of turn in your its flight, you will want an understable mid. They are also good for beginners because they help with a longer flight while beginners develop their form. They are also great for approaches or drives in a tailwind.
The highest rated understable midrange comes from Prodigy. It is their slightly flippy mid, the M4. The M4 has a rating 4.8. The next highest rated disc is the food-themed mold, the Clash Discs Peach. The Peach’s flight numbers are 4,5,-2,1, and its rating is 4.88. The final podium spot goes to the Dynamic Discs Bounty, rated 4.79 out of five stars.
Highest Rated Stable Midrange Discs
Stable midrange discs have little or no turn, and little or no fade. The fly straight or whatever line you put them on. Stable mids are valuable work horses that get used a lot. The highest rated of this type of mid is the Innova Mako3, with a user-rating of 4.74. Next up is the Infinite Discs Anubis. It has an average rating of 4.71. The Latitude 64 Compass takes the last spot in the category, with a rating of 4.67
What are Your Favorite Midrange Discs?
Those are our lists of the best midrange discs with sales and ratings data. Let’s add to the data by hearing from YOU!
1 – What is your favorite midrange?
2 – What is your favorite over/understable midrange?
If you’re new to the world of disc golf, you might have heard seasoned players toss around terms like “PDGA rating” with the same importance as if they were discussing the stock market or the performance of their favorite sports team. You might have hear players bragging about their improvements, or lamenting a drop in their rating. But what exactly is a PDGA rating, and why does it matter? Let’s dive in—and not even mention math and calculations … well, sort of.
What Is a PDGA Rating?
The PDGA rating is a number that represents your general skill level as a disc golfer. It’s like a report card, but instead of judging you on algebra and biology, it reflects your performance on the course. Specifically, it represents your efforts during PDGA sanctioned tournaments. This rating allows players of all skill levels to be compared fairly, whether you’re a weekend warrior or a touring pro. No matter what skill level and rating you are, you can still compare yourself to any other player with a rating.
How Is Your PDGA Rating Calculated?
The process isn’t magic, but it does involve some math. Although the exact algorithm isn’t made public, we know approximately how they are determined. Ratings are based on the scores you’ve earned in PDGA-sanctioned events. Here’s how it works:
Establishing a Baseline: In every event, some players’ performances are used as a benchmark. These players, called propagators, already have established PDGA ratings. There needs to be several propagators playing in order to calculate round ratings.
Round Ratings: The PDGA determines the difficulty of the course that day by analyzing how propagators scored. Then, they calculate how many points your score is worth relative to the course’s difficulty. The course difficulty can be affected by things like wind and rain, so the difficulty level can change.
Averaging It Out: Your overall rating is the average of your round ratings from the past year—with some exceptions. For instance, if you have a particularly bad round (for example: you have a nightmare hole where you hit every tree, find every OB, and three-putt to finish), it might get excluded if it’s unusually low compared to your other scores. The algorithm recognizes that outlier scores aren’t a reflection of your actual skill level.
Why Does Your Rating Matter?
Along with bragging rights and a clear representation of our skill improvement, our PDGA rating determines your division eligibility in tournaments. Want to play in Advanced or move up to Open? Your rating will guide where you will be playing against similarly-skilled players. There are limits set by the PDGA that restricts people a high enough rating from playing in certain divisions. As mentioned, it’s also a handy way to track your progress over time. And let’s be honest, there’s something satisfying about seeing that number trend upward.
What If Your Rating Is Low?
First of all, no worries. Everyone starts somewhere. Some of the best players in the world once had ratings that might make them blush today. If your rating feels more “bumbling beginner” than “proud pro,” think of it as room for growth. Besides, a low rating just means you’re leaving plenty of room to surprise your competition!
As one wise disc golfer once said, “The only rating that matters is how much fun you’re having.” (Okay, maybe nobody said that, but they should have.) Keep that in mind if you find yourself worrying too much about your rating. Most of us are in this sport for the fun of it. So, have fun when you play! You might just find that the more relaxed you are, the more your rating will climb.
Here’s the scene: you just arrived at your favorite course and are preparing to tee off on the first hole. You grab your favorite driver and are already looking forward to that wonderful S-shaped flight. But, after you give your disc a good, solid throw, the disc something weird. Instead of a short drift to the right followed by its usual finish to the left, it just keeps drifting off to the right. Heading toward a river, a road, an OB area, or something unfavorable. What is going on here?!
In this blog we will talk about turn vs. fade, what those terms mean, how they work, and how to use them to your advantage. This knowledge will help you make better disc selections for the variety of situations you’ll face on the course.
Turn and Fade Defined
For those disc golfer new to the sport, let’s define a few terms that we will use in this blog. These are terms you will commonly hear in disc golf. If you’ve been playing a while, you can skip over this section, since you will be familiar with these terms.
Backhand throw: A popular method of throwing a disc where you implement an ‘X-step’ to twist your hips and ‘reach back’ the disc in preparation for throwing. The back of your hand will be facing the basket as you pull your disc across your body. The disc will rip out of your hand due to force created by the leverage of your arm and body.
Forehand throw: A method of throwing a disc where you are facing the direction you are throwing and motion of your body resembles a sidearm throw in baseball. Your palm will generally be facing the basket as the disc rips out of your hand.
Turn: When throwing a disc with your right hand with a backhand throw, ‘turn’ is when the disc drifts to the right when the disc is traveling the fastest. How much turn you get on a throw depends on the speed of the throw and the flight numbers of the disc.
Fade: In a RHBH throw, as the disc slows down toward the end of the flight, ‘fade’ is the distance and amount that the disc finishes to the left as is slows down. Discs have a natural tendency to move left as they slow down, but a disc with more ‘fade’ will travel further and faster left.
Flight Numbers 101
It would be good to have a quick primer on a discs flight numbers. The sport has adopted Innova’s four-number system to indicate the flight of a particular mold. In the description we will describe the numbers as if the disc were thrown RHBH. The four numbers represent:
Speed: The relative speed that you need to throw the disc at, in order for it to fly like the rest of the numbers indicate.
Glide: A general indication of how long the disc will stay in the air.
Turn: How much the disc will veer to the right during the flight of the disc.
Fade: How hard the disc will turn to the left at the end of the flight.
How Turn vs Fade Affect Your Throws
Obviously, the design of the disc can have a great impact on its flight. Some discs are designed to have a lot of turn, while others have a lot of fade. And there are plenty of discs in between those extremes. While the design of the disc definitely affects its flight, there are many other factors that will help determine how the turn and fade are affected. Here are some examples:
Wind:
Depending on the angle of the disc, cross winds can push the disc a long way in the direction it is blowing, or it can push a disc down to the ground. Turn and fade are really affected by headwinds and tailwinds. A headwind will give a disc more turn and minimize the fade. That is likely what happened to the disc mentioned at the beginning of the blog. A tailwind will reduce the amount of turn and add to its fade. Knowing how those wind directions affect your disc can help you adjust your throw or your disc selection to compensate for the effect of the wind.
Disc Weight:
If you throw discs of different weights with the same power, the heavier discs will not fly as fast. That will give the heavier discs less turn and more fade, while the lighter discs will have more turn and less fade.
Plastic type:
Premium plastics are typically more overstable, especially plastics like Champion. That overstability reduces the turn on the disc, and adds a lot more fade. Even brand new, base plastics like DX or D-Blend will turn more than other plastics.
Disc wear:
New plastics will always be more overstable and offer less turn than plastic that have been ‘seasoned’, or broke in. A worn disc changes the effects of the rim of the disc and give the disc more turn. Sometimes discs can wear to the point that they have too much turn and are hard to handle. That might mean it’s time for a new disc.
Elevation:
Throwing uphill takes more energy and makes the disc behave as if it has more fade and less turn. Conversely, throwing downhill has the gravity assist and is easier to throw fast. That gives your disc more speed, which causes it to turn a lot more and fade less.
Choosing the Right Discs for You
Most people who are new to disc golf prefer molds that have a lot of turn.
Doomsday Apocalypse Flight Numbers: 13/1/1/6
That gives them a little more extra distance, since most don’t have the technique and arm speed to throw molds that have more fade and less turn.
Once players have more skill and arm speed, they reach for discs that can resist turn, so they can get more distance. They will be throwing discs that are: heavier, newer, more overstable plastics, have more overstable flight numbers.
Regardless of your skill level, it is nice to have molds that are a little more overstable, and a little more understable so you can compensate for those situations that affect your flight, such as wind and elevation. Do you have a tailwind for your drive? Grab your disc that is more understable so you can still get the distance you need. Downhill shot? An understable disc might give you too much turn, so that would be a good time to reach for the more overstable disc.
Practice Makes Perfect?
It is a good idea to practice on windy days so you can learn how to either adjust the angle of your disc, or choose a different disc entirely, for given situations. The same goes for throwing up or down hill. You could even practice wind and elevation changes so you would be comfortable throwing in nearly any situation you may encounter. With a little experience you will have solutions for those times you are faced with adverse or unusual throwing conditions.
Learn the Flight
Disc golf is a fun challenging sport that is actually enhanced by the variety terrain and conditions we face when we play. By knowing our discs and how they fly for us, we will find more success in our disc selections, regardless of the situation. That confidence translates to lower scores and the satisfaction of knowing turn vs fade in a disc can be used to our advantage.
The holiday season is the perfect time to surprise the disc golf enthusiasts in your life with gifts that highlight their passion. This Christmas gift guide for disc golfers highlights the best presents for every budget, from premium gear to thoughtful stocking stuffers, regardless of the skill level of your disc golfer. These gift ideas also make great gifts for yourself!
Help them have a more enjoyable round with a sturdy disc golf cart. These carts make it easier to carry equipment around the course. With a variety of features and convenient add-ons, you’re sure to find the perfect cart for your disc golfer.
Bagboy Quad XL: Equipped with a drink holder, umbrella holder and built in storage, the Quad XL is our most popular cart. With stability and a high bag height, your disc golfer would love to find this gem under their Christmas tree!
Zuca Carts: Offer versatility with rolling bag designs and add-on saddlebags. Some models offer their own disc storage compartments. Others are designed to carry a separate bag.
Rovic RV1D 2.0 Cart: Throw your bag on this cart and you’ll be ready to go. It rolls easily and folds up compactly for easy storage in your home or vehicle.
Bring the game home with portable practice baskets, perfect for honing putting skills.
Doomsday Discs Lite: With several different colors to choose from, the DD Lite basket is an inexpensive, lightweight option for them. Having a basket readily available is one of the best ways to get regular practice, and improve putting skills!
DGA Mach Lite: Collapsible and portable, ideal for travel or backyard use. This basket is one of my favorites because of its convenience in transporting and efficient design. And it still catches discs fairly well for a cloth basket.
Basket Accessories –If they like to putt in the house or yard, a great way to keep the noise of the otherwise enjoyable sound of the disc hitting chains down is the Infinite Discs Chain Suppressor. Simply wrap the suppressor around the pole to reduce the noise and keep neighbors and roommates happy!
A rangefinder takes the guesswork out of the game, making it an essential tool for competitive players. Should you reach for a distance driver or fairway driver? Find the exact distance to improve your disc selection and success rate.
Apex NP600: Designed specifically for disc golf, offering elevation compensation for precise throws. Dial your shots for accuracy by knowing the exact distance to the basket. This rangefinder offers impressive features at a reasonable price.
MVP Parsec Laser: Features long-range accuracy and rechargeable battery. Ranges up to 2600 feet. Has 6x magnification for more accurate reads.
If you want to practice throwing but don’t have time to drive to a field and spend your time walking around finding the discs you’ve just thrown, check out our practice nets. They give you the ability to get your repetitions in without spending a lot of time.
Revolve 20’x10′ Disc Golf Training Net – Large enough that you won’t have to worry about missing the target, it still fits inside a travel bag for easy transport. The large net also comes with removable target areas so you can hone your aiming abilities. Includes ground stakes for anchoring on grass or dirt.
Upgrade their gear with bags that combine comfort, durability, and capacity.
Tournament Slinger Bag: Lightweight and compact for quick rounds. Single sling design that holds around a dozen discs, some snacks, and a water bottle.
MVP or Axiom Voyager Lite: Spacious yet portable, with reinforced zippers and comfortable straps. The Lite bags have a lot of features and a large capacity, at a good price.
Save their discs from water or tricky spots with reliable retrievers:
Max Stick Retriever: Lightweight and extendable for reaching distant discs. The suction cup ball on the end is amazing for grabbing discs out of the water. This popular retriever can also reach high in trees and even nab a disc over a fence.
Golden Retriever: Excellent for water hazards or hard-to-reach areas. Just toss the retriever past the disc, then pull it in. You can even add more rope to extend your reach. Pro tip: wrap the rope around a separate spool instead of the retriever itself. Then you just have to unspool the amount you need, instead of the entire length of rope.
Disc golfers like to keep our discs organized, but don’t always take time to get something to keep them in some kind of order. Here are a couple gift ideas that they will love.
Storage Racks – Racks come in a variety of sizes and materials to neatly store and organize their disc golf collection. Eliminate those piles of discs with one of these racks or shelving systems.
Disc Totes – The disc tote is the simple way to organize the discs in your room, closet, or the trunk of your car. It holds 60-80 discs and allows you to neatly store your backups and alternate discs. The Tote comes with pockets for your accessories, a cover, and handles to carry the tote from house to car. Plus, it folds up compactly when not in use.
Believe it or not, there are fun things to do outside of disc golf! Infinite has games and puzzles that you can play when you’re not out hucking. Join the fun with your disc golfer with these options. Great disc golf gifts are ones that you can all enjoy!
Puzzles and Games –Believe it or not, there are fun things to do outside of disc golf! Infinite has games and puzzles that you can play when you’re not out hucking. Check out our colorful and challenging puzzles which feature, you guessed it, disc golf themes! If games are your casual-evening jam, we’ve got you covered there, too. Chains is a board game that challenges you to navigate your way through trees, bushes, and other obstacles, while trying to get the lowest score.
Help them throw confidently in any weather with a grip enhancer. Whether you need a little more grip, or a little less, you can achieve the perfect grip with the gift of a grip enhancer.
Although it is winter now, the summer disc golf season will be here before you know it and they will be reaching for their shorts sleeve shirts. Make sure they have a shirt or two emblazoned with the logo of their favorite brands.
For a fun surprise, gift a box of random discs, offering a mix of premium plastics and unique designs. Disc golfers love to try new plastic! Mystery boxes come in a variety of sizes to fit your budget.
If you still can’t decide which disc golf gifts to give the disc golfer in your life, consider the all-purpose gift card from Infinite Discs. Let them choose their own color, models, weights, etc. and get the exact disc or accessory for them. A gift card ensures that they get exactly what they want, making it a convenient and thoughtful option for any disc golf enthusiast. The gift card code is sent out immediately.
What would Christmas be without some new plastic under the tree?! They make the best disc golf gifts. At Infinite, we always have new molds, discs on sale, and all of the top selling discs for the top brands. You’re sure to find a disc that will fit your needs, and their desires. Here are a few links:
Newly Added Molds Check out discs that just got entered into our system and nab the hot ones before anyone else! Sometimes they are restocks, sometimes they are limited edition discs. Find the mold, color, and weight that you’re looking for before most people know they are available.
What discs are on sale Looking for a bargain? Save a few bucks on the top brands and molds. Or find a new brand and discover your next go-to disc. We always have something on sale!
Misprint Discs What is better than finding a mold with the perfect weight and color? Finding the same disc in the misprint section! You get the same disc, but you save money. This is also a great option for people who dye discs, since you will be wiping the stamp off anyway.
If you wonder what other people are throwing, check out our list of highest-rated discs and see the discs that people are raving about. Find the type of disc you’re looking for, and see the top rated in that category (highest rated overstable disc, driver, discs sorted by manufacturer, etc).
The top selling discs can also be viewed. Those can also be viewed by category, such as best selling last year, best selling drivers, best selling understable discs.
If you still aren’t sure which discs they might like, check out the fool-proof system, the ‘Favorites’ list (see below).
Disc Golf Favorites List
‘Favorite Discs’ Feature under My Profile – Teach your disc golfers about the Favorites feature! At Infinite Discs, we’ve added a feature to our website that allows users to save their favorite discs to a list. From that list they can select to be notified any time we add their selection to our inventory. They can also narrow their Favorite selection down to plastic type, weight, and even color. Here’s how it works:
From the disc mold page, click the ADD TO MY FAVORITES button.
Select options that you would like to filter for, such as weight and color.
You then have the option to turn on/off email notifications for the selected discs, edit, or delete favorites by clicking the icons to the right of the favorite discs. Have them show you their Favorite list, and you’re guaranteed to get them the exact disc they want!
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From high-quality discs to stylish apparel, you’ll find something to suit every price range. Can’t decide? Opt for an Infinite Discs gift card and let them choose!
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While much of disc golf’s terminology borrows from ball golf, certain words specific to disc golf describe the unique flight patterns of discs. Two such terms are hyzer and anhyzer. If you have been playing very long, you have undoubtedly heard these terms from other disc golfers. We use these terms to describe certain disc flights. In this post, we’ll break down what these words mean and how they apply to disc golf.
Hyzer vs. Anhyzer: What’s the Difference?
The terms hyzer and anhyzer describe the angle of the disc as it leaves a player’s hand. For a right-hand backhand (RHBH) thrower, a disc released flat— parallel to the ground—is neither hyzer nor anhyzer. However, if the disc is tilted upon release, it falls into one of these categories. Let’s dive deeper into what each term means and when to use them.
What is Hyzer?
A hyzer refers to a disc’s release angle where the side of the disc farthest from the thrower is lower than the side closest to them. Essentially, the disc tilts downward and to the left (for RHBH throwers). Here are some situations where a hyzer shot can be useful:
Shaping a Curve
A hyzer shot is great for navigating around obstacles and achieving a hard left finish. Since the disc is already angled, it naturally curves in that direction.
Hyzer-Flipping
By throwing an understable disc on a hyzer angle, the disc can “flip” to flat during its flight, resulting in a long, straight path before fading. This is known as a hyzer-flip and is a popular technique for gaining extra distance.
Spike Hyzer
For situations requiring precision, a steep hyzer angle creates a vertical descent upon landing, minimizing skips. Conversely, a less steep hyzer can produce intentional skips, especially when using an overstable disc.
Wind Considerations
Wind greatly impacts hyzer shots. A right-to-left wind can amplify the hyzer angle, pushing the disc farther left. Conversely, a left-to-right wind can force the disc downward more quickly, limiting its flight.
Pro Tip: For beginners, practicing a hyzer shot involves bending slightly at the hips and maintaining a consistent release angle. As your skills improve, you’ll find opportunities to incorporate advanced techniques like hyzer-flips into your game.
What is Anhyzer?
An anhyzer, or “anny,” describes the opposite angle: the far side of the disc is higher than the closer side at release. For RHBH throwers, this causes the disc to initially curve to the right. Here are a few practical applications of an anhyzer throw:
Flex Shots
Throwing a stable disc on an anhyzer angle forces it to turn right at first before flexing back left as the disc stabilizes. This technique is useful for maximizing distance or shaping complex lines.
Tailwind Use
An anhyzer shot works well in a tailwind, as the wind stabilizes the flight path and allows the disc to complete its natural fade to the left. Be cautious in headwinds, as they can exaggerate the rightward turn and cause the disc to crash prematurely.
Roller Shots
To execute a roller, an anhyzer angle helps the disc stay on its edge as it hits the ground, encouraging a smooth, extended roll. The disc’s spin helps it maintain momentum down the fairway.
Conclusion
Understanding the mechanics of hyzer and anhyzer shots is essential for improving your disc golf skills. By mastering these angles, you can shape your throws, navigate obstacles, and adapt to different wind conditions.
To hone your skills, head to an open field and experiment with releasing discs at different angles. Observing how your discs fly will give you insight into when and how to use hyzer and anhyzer shots in your game.
For additional tips and video tutorials, check out the video below. With practice, you’ll discover how these techniques can elevate your disc golf performance!
Although they are not the newest disc golf brand around, they are still new by disc manufacturer standards. Lucky Discs was officially founded just three years ago, in 2022, by Tero Pesola and his team. As long-time disc golf enthusiasts, the team wanted to design and create stylish discs that reflect their vision for the sport. From that idea, Lucky Discs was born.
the Money Shot, was officially PDGA approved. The Money Shot is a beefy beadless approach putter that can handle big arms for precision approach shots, and is a great utility disc for everyone.
The naming convention for their molds is simply rooted in real-life rounds. Certainly, all of us have been hunting for the treasure of an ace! Many of us have robbed our buddies of a victory by executing the perfect hole. And another name for a winning shot is a Money Shot. It will be fun to see what other themed names their team dreams up out on the course!
Discraft leads the chart with the most molds in the top 50, with 9. The Buzzz, Buzzz SS, and the flippy midrange Meteor are the top sellers for Discraft. Innova takes second with 7 molds. Infinite takes the final podium spot with 5 molds in the top 50. There are 18 different brands represented in the top 50.
Although the exact algorithm isn’t made public, we know approximately how they are determined. Ratings are based on the scores you’ve earned in PDGA-sanctioned events. Here’s how it works:
There are limits set by the PDGA that restricts people a high enough rating from playing in certain divisions. As mentioned, it’s also a handy way to track your progress over time. And let’s be honest, there’s something satisfying about seeing that number trend upward.
For those disc golfer new to the sport, let’s define a few terms that we will use in this blog. These are terms you will commonly hear in disc golf. If you’ve been playing a while, you can skip over this section, since you will be familiar with these terms.
organize their disc golf collection. Eliminate those piles of discs with one of these racks or shelving systems.
organize the discs in your room, closet, or the trunk of your car. It holds 60-80 discs and allows you to neatly store your backups and alternate discs. The Tote comes with pockets for your accessories, a cover, and handles to carry the tote from house to car. Plus, it folds up compactly when not in use.
Infinite has games and puzzles that you can play when you’re not out hucking. Check out our colorful and challenging 
Although it is winter now, the summer disc golf season will be here before you know it and they will be reaching for their shorts sleeve shirts. Make sure they have a shirt or two emblazoned with the logo of their favorite brands.
the disc golfer in your life, consider the all-purpose gift card from Infinite Discs. Let them choose their own color, models, weights, etc. and get the exact disc or accessory for them. A gift card ensures that they get exactly what they want, making it a convenient and thoughtful option for any disc golf enthusiast. The gift card code is sent out immediately.
The terms hyzer and anhyzer describe the angle of the disc as it leaves a player’s hand. For a right-hand backhand (RHBH) thrower, a disc released flat— parallel to the ground—is neither hyzer nor anhyzer. However, if the disc is tilted upon release, it falls into one of these categories. Let’s dive deeper into what each term means and when to use them.
Shaping a Curve
Flex Shots
disc golf skills. By mastering these angles, you can shape your throws, navigate obstacles, and adapt to different wind conditions.