What do you get when you cross a popular high-speed driver with a popular, inexpensive plastic type? You get an I-Blend Wraith. Yep, Innova and Infinite teamed up to produce this unique combination. Now you can get one of the most popular molds on earth, in durable, grippy I-Blend plastic, at a cheaper price than most plastics.
What Is I-Blend Plastic?
I-Blend, or ‘Infinite-Blend’, is a blend of recycled S-Blend plastic. From the Infinite web site: “Infinite I-Blend is an affordable plastic blend with a great feel and incredible glide. This plastic has a slightly softer, grippier feel than S-Blend and is almost just as durable. If you’re looking for a premium feel at an affordable price, you’ll want Infinite Blend in your bag.”
Tell Me About The Wraith
The Wraith is celebrating its 20th birthday this year. It received its PDGA approval in 2005. It is pretty common to hear the Wraith described as a slightly slower Destroyer. Depending on your skill level, you might want to throw a Wraith as your distance driver.
Several Innova pros throw a Wraith, including Garrett Girthie, Philo Brathwaite, and Nate Sexton. The Wraith can also be thrown by amateurs and less skilled players.
The Innova Wraith in I-Blend plastic is a great combination of a popular disc and a premium plastic, at an inexpensive price. It will be available on September 16. Get yours while they last! If you like I-blend as much as I do, you’ll want to shop early to get the colors you want.
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
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 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
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
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
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 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.
The flight of a disc is one of the most important factors we consider when buying a disc. The feel of the disc in our hand would be a close second. The color and stamp of a disc is very important for some, and down the list of priorities for the rest. How a disc actually flies for us tops the list of factors. A very important aspect of the flight of a disc is its stability. Let’s look at overstable vs understable, and learn the difference.
Disc Stability
The stability of a given disc is how the disc flies immediately out of our hand, and how it behaves as it slows down. We talked about those disc qualities in our blog about flight numbers, HERE. For this blog, we’ll explore the terms ‘overstable’, ‘stable’, and ‘understable’. We will also looks at the weakness in using those terms to describe the flight of a disc. So, let’s get right to it!
The terminology can be confusing. For the sake of this blog post, I’ll look at each of the three terms mentioned above and establish a definition for each of them, so we can be consistent in our description about the flight of the disc. I’ll start with the term ‘overstable’.
Overstable
Let’s define ‘overstable’ as a discs ability to resist turning during the first part of the flight, and its hard fade as the disc slows down. The ‘turn’ of a disc, for a right-hand back-hand throw (RHBH) is its movement to the right immediately after the disc is thrown. The ‘fade’ is its movement to the left as the disc slows down. As players improve their technique and skill, their ability to throw the disc at high speeds increases. As the speed of the throw increases, so does the need for more overstable discs to prevent the flight from turning too much.
Now let’s consider the term ‘understable’. We consider a disc as being understable if it has a tendency drift to the right a significant amount immediately out of the hand. A disc that is very understable typically doesn’t have very much fade at the end. An understable disc is great for newer players who lack the arm speed to throw more overstable discs, since they can’t generate enough speed for the overstable discs to fly right. If the necessary speed can’t be achieved, nearly every disc becomes overstable to a beginner. Check out this list for the top understable disc golf discs.
One of the ways the manufacturers can offer more molds to beginners is to offer overstable molds in lighter weights. Due to the disc having less mass, newer players can use lighter discs as a cheat code, and still throw molds that would be too overstable in heavier weights.
Now let’s talk about the term that has a little more flexible definition: ‘stable’. When people call a disc ‘stable’, they typically mean that the disc doesn’t have a lot of turn, nor does it fade hard. When I hear it in reference to another disc, it can either mean more overstable or more understable, depending on the situation. If you say that you are throwing a Slab (12, 3, 0, 4), but want something a little more stable, you are saying that you want a disc that is not so overstable.
If you are throwing a Kon Tiki (4, 5, -3, 0) and say you want something a little more stable, you mean that you want something that is less understable. Basically, in both examples you are saying that you want something that flies a little less extreme and a little closer to a neutral flight.
Occasionally, I’ll hear someone refer to a disc being more stable than another, when they mean more overstable. That is an inconsistent use of the term, and may lead to a follow-up question to clarify the meaning. To eliminate any ambiguity, you can simply refer to discs as being more or less overstable or understable.
The flight numbers of a disc help us know the basic flight of a disc. Those numbers are fairly accurate if we can throw the disc at the proper speed. If we can throw a disc with sufficient speed, we can then look at the last two rating in the flight rating to determine the overstability or understability of a disc. Let’s look at some examples.
Disc Flight Number Examples
The Scepter and the Sphinx are speed nine discs from Infinite. The Scepter’s flight numbers are 9, 4, 0, 4. The ‘0, 4’ are the last two numbers, and tell you that this mold would resist turning, even at high speeds (the 0), and will finish strong to the left (the 4). It is an example of an overstable fairway driver.
The flight numbers for the Sphinx are 9, 6, -3, 1. The -3 is the amount of ‘turn’ that the Sphinx exhibits when thrown at the necessary speed. That means it will turn to the right quite a bit at high speeds. Add a little headwind into the situation and the Sphinx could end up as a roller. Plus, the last number, ‘1’, indicates that the Sphinx isn’t going to fade very much to the left. It is an understable fairway driver.
The more negative the turn number means the more turn to the right the disc will move during the high-speed portion of the flight. A disc with a -5 turn number will turn more to the right than one with a -1 turn number. Discs with a turn of 0 or positive 1 won’t turn to the right very much at all, and are great for headwind shots.
The ‘fade’ number tells you how much a disc will move to the left at the end of the flight. The higher the number, the more it will travel to the left as it slows down. In our examples above, the Scepter (fade number is 4) moves farther left than the Sphinx (fade number is 1).
Visualize Overstable/Understable/Stable
For many of us, understanding overstable vs. understable and comprehending the behavior of a disc just by reading a blog post can be challenging. If you’re a visual learner, this video will provide a clear demonstration of how Connor throws discs with various stabilities, showcasing their distinct flight patterns.
Conclusion
Knowing the stability of a disc helps up choose discs that work for our needs. We can get a general idea how the disc will fly, and can determine if it is something we are looking for. Keep in mind that the weight and plastic type also affect the stability of a disc. Check out Infinite’s flight ratings for each disc, for a more accurate depiction of a discs actual flight. Click HERE to see the blog mentioned previously, which talks about the Infinite Flight Rating.
Football season is underway and college football fans are cheering for, or lamenting, their favorite teams. In addition to the abundance of apparel fans can adorn to show their loyalty to their team, college fans can also show their pride by picking up a disc with their school’s logo.
Prodigy has teamed up with the NCAA to offer discs with select University logos. They would make a great gift for students or alumni, or as a treat for yourself. Take your logo disc to your favorite course for a round before you settle in and cheer on your team.
Another great thing about these University logo discs is that they are now on sale! Check out the selection of school logos below, then get a few for yourself or a loved one.
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!
Through Labor Day you’ll find EVERY Infinite Discs mold on sale! No codes to enter, nothing extra to do. Just load up your cart with your favorite Infinite molds and the discount will automatically be applied.
But that’s not all! We also have lots of other brands on sale. Look below for links to every brand on sale now through Labor Day.
Do you have a favorite Infinite mold? Have you been interested in trying a certain Infinite mold? Now is your chance to pick up a few discs at the best prices. Need a recommendation? Let’s check out the most popular Infinite molds.
Emperor– The Emperor has been a hit since it was first released. With flight numbers that are desirable for a distance driver, you can get some of your longest throws with this mold. For the big arms, check out a Halo S-Blend Emperor. If you are just moving up to faster discs, try an I-Blend Emperor.
Alpaca – Not only is the Alpaca our most popular putter, it is one of our most popular molds. It is a beadless putter that is available in several plastics. Nab a D-Blend Alpaca if you will be using it to putt with. For a throwing putter D- or S-Blends will fit the bill.
Pharaoh – Our highest-speed mold is one of our best-selling discs. With a flight that resembles an Innova Boss, the Pharaoh will deliver a beautiful s-curve flight. With enough turn to help you shape your shot, and a good fade to let the disc sit without major skips, the Pharaoh will quickly become your go-to distance driver.
Sphinx – One of my personal favorite molds, the Sphinx is a flippy control driver with a rim size that is comfortable in most any hands. Pick up several Sphinx’s in a variety of plastic types to get a variety of stabilities with the same hand feel. I love I-Blend because of its feel, its durability, and it is a little cheaper than other premium plastics.
If you’re looking for quality, easy to throw discs at bargain prices, Divergent Discs might be exactly what you need. This relatively new brand is carving out a unique space in the disc golf world by offering affordable, beginner-friendly discs without sacrificing quality. Whether you’re a casual weekend player or helping a friend get into the sport, Divergent makes discs that are easy to throw, fun to use, and very reliable.
Divergent started four years ago after getting their first few molds PDGA approved. The first two molds from DD were the understable putter, the Narwhal, and the flippy midrange, the Leviathan. Since then, they have added a complete lineup of discs, with a variety of flight options and plastic types.
Over time, several molds have become fan favorites. Here is a list of the top five molds from Divergent Dists:
The Lawin is a distance driver that can easily achieve the desirable S-curve that translates into long flights. The mold is available in 160-class weights, making it even easier for newer players or players who can’t generate a lot of arm speed.
The Kraken is a control driver that has a little turn and a little fade. Its flight numbers make it easy to shape to meet the needs of the course.
If you are looking for a midrange that will deliver accurate, consistent throws, check out the Kapre. It has a neutral flight, which makes it hit any line you put it on. Perfect for precision upshots or hitting lines in the woods.
The Narwhal is a beadless putter from Divergent that can be used as a putting disc, or an approach disc. It has a little bit of turn, which would be great for turning shots or tailwind shots.
The Golem is an overstable putt and approach disc that is made out of silicone. It will tame the most ferocious headwind, and sit down as soon as it hits the ground. The silicone gives the Golem a grippy feel.
Give Divergent Discs molds a try, and see why people like them. They are currently on sale! PLUS, you can take a whopping 40% off our sale price by using the discount code DVG40 . See the complete line of Divergent Discs, and stock up now at these amazing prices! The sale and discount code are valid through Monday, August 11.
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.
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!
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.
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?
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