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Best Disc Golf Roller Discs

March 11, 2026 Ted Hegemann 9 comments

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In disc golf, having a variety of shot types gives you a real advantage whether you are competing or simply trying to beat your personal best. Every course presents different challenges, so the more shot options you have, the easier it becomes to navigate tight lines, low ceilings, and tricky fairways. One one shot that doesn’t come up a lot but is nice to have when you need it, is the roller shot. In this guide we will break down what a roller is and highlight the best disc golf roller discs based on surveys and sales data.

What Is a Roller Shot?

A roller is a throw designed to hit the ground at an angle and continue moving by rolling on its edge. Players use rollers for short, technical escapes or for long distance shots when they need to cover a lot of ground. Rollers shine when you are dealing with low ceilings, open fairways, or situations where an air shot is not ideal. The challenge is landing the disc at the correct angle because even a small bump or uneven patch of ground can send the disc in an unexpected direction.

Learning to Throw Rollers

Many players have never attempted a roller and are unsure how to start, while others rely on the shot whenever the opportunity presents itself. This guide focuses on distance rollers rather than short technical ones. Once you learn how to throw a clean roller, the results can be impressive. Some of the longest throws on the course come from well executed rollers, and the shot can quickly become a favorite tool in your bag.

Most of the discs commonly used for rollers have a high amount of turn and are considered understable. This makes it easier for players of all skill levels to achieve the angle needed for the disc to tip over and start rolling. With enough arm speed almost any disc can be used as a roller, but the molds listed below are the ones most frequently recommended by players.

Best Disc Golf Roller Discs

Innova Sidewinder 9 | 5 | -3 | 1

The Sidewinder is built for rollers and turnover shots. Its high turn rating helps players get the disc to the correct angle with ease. While it may be too flippy for powerful throwers at full speed, it remains a versatile utility disc for players of all skill levels.

Innova Leopard 6 | 5 | -2 | 1

The Leopard is a popular beginner disc because it is easy to throw and easy to turn. With a bit of practice it becomes an excellent roller disc. Its low speed and controllable flight makes it a great option for learning how to throw rollers.

Infinite Discs Sphinx 9 | 6 | -3 | 1

The Sphinx is naturally suited for roller shots thanks to its understable flight numbers. It also works well as a turnover disc or a beginner friendly fairway driver. Lightweight I-Blend versions make it even easier to tip over into a smooth roller. In some plastics, like Metal Flake Glow C-blend, the stability of the plastic makes it a good choice for for rollers for better players.

Innova Roadrunner 9 | 5 | -4 | 1

The Roadrunner has long been a favorite roller disc. Its comfortable rim and high turn rating help beginners and experienced players alike achieve long, controlled rollers.

Innova Mamba 11 | 6 | -5 | 1

The Mamba offers even more turn than the Roadrunner and adds extra glide. It is an excellent choice for long rollers and big turnover shots. Many players rely on the Mamba as their primary roller disc.

Innova Rollo 5 | 6 | -4 | 1

The Rollo is a newer mold designed specifically for roller shots. It works well for players of all skill levels and can also be used for high turn air shots or shaping lines in the woods.

Prodigy F7 7 | 5 | -3 | 1

The F7 is a beginner friendly fairway driver that becomes a great roller disc in the hands of more experienced players. It is available in multiple plastics and offers reliable turn for both rollers and turnover shots.

Latitude 64 Diamond 8 | 6 | -3 | 1

The Diamond is one of the best beginner drivers on the market thanks to its light weight and easy to control flight. It also makes an excellent roller disc because it is simple get the disc to turn to the optimal angle.

Westside Queen 14 | 5 | -3 | 2

The Queen is a high speed driver that typically requires more power to use as a roller. In lighter weights or seasoned plastic it becomes a strong option for experienced players looking for long, fast rollers.

Prodiscus Flipperi 9 | 3 | -3 | 0

The Flipperi is marketed as a forgiving beginner disc and also works well as a roller. Made in Finland, it follows the Prodiscus tradition of adding a Finnish vowel to an English word. True to its name, it flips easily and delivers smooth, controlled rolls.

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Best Disc Golf Discs For Women

March 2, 2026 Ted Hegemann 9 comments

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A lot of us spend time hunting for the perfect disc golf discs, trying to squeeze out a little more distance or a little more control. But as a guy, I also know that what works well for guys might not be the best fit for many women players. Strength, hand size, and throwing power can all influence which discs will fly the way they’re supposed to. So in the spirit of making disc golf more welcoming and accessible for everyone, I wanted to put together a guide focused specifically on discs that tend to work well for women.

We’ll look at the best drivers, midranges, and putters for women, along with the flight numbers and weights that usually pair well with lower‑power throws. Whether you’re brand new to the sport or already confident on the tee pad, choosing discs that match your power and form can make a huge difference in both distance and consistency.

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Why talk about different discs?

Men generally have more upper‑body strength, longer arms, and bigger hands. That combination makes it easier to throw higher‑speed discs and handle heavier weights. Women (and younger players and new players) often get better results with discs that are lighter, slower, and more understable. These discs don’t require as much power to fly correctly, which means more distance and more fun.

Let’s Talk About Flight Numbers

Briefly, the four-number flight rating system that disc golf has adopted to describe the flight of a disc is the best way we have to categorize our discs. The four numbers represent (in the order they appear on the disc or a website):

Speed – the relative speed you need to be able to throw the disc in order for it to fly correctly.
Glide – How long the disc will stay in the air
Turn – The amount the disc will drift to the right (RHBH throw) at the fastest parts of its flight
Fade – The amount that the disc will drift to the left as it starts to slow down

Which Flight Numbers Should You Consider

Disc flight is shaped by four numbers: speed, glide, turn, and fade. Matching those numbers to your throwing power is the key to getting the flight you expect. Here’s a quick breakdown of what women (and newer players, kids, and anyone with lower power) should look for:

Speed (1–14): Stick to speed 9 or below unless you’re an advanced player. Faster discs need more power to fly right.
Glide (1–7): More glide = more distance. Look for glide in the 5–7 range.
Turn (-5 to 2): More turn helps you get long, easy S‑curves. Aim for -5 to -2.
Fade (0 to 5): Keep fade low (0 to 2, so the disc doesn’t hook left too early.

Don’t forget about weight

Lighter discs (150–165g) are easier to get up to speed, which helps them fly the way they’re designed to. This is one of the easiest ways to add distance without changing your form.

Best Drivers For Women

Latitude 64 Diamond — Lightweight, easy to throw, great for developing form.
Innova Leopard — A beginner‑friendly fairway driver with gentle turn and tons of control.
Infinite Discs Sphinx — Understable, long‑gliding, and available in very light weights.

Other great options: Innova Shark, Discmania Essence, Divergent Kraken, Innova Mamba, MVP Signal, Dino Discs Pterodactyl, Innova Sidewinder.

Best Midrange Discs For Women

Discraft Buzzz — Straight, reliable, and comfortable for almost any hand size.
Infinite Discs Kon Tiki — Understable, low‑profile, and great for players with smaller hands.
Latitude 64 Fuse — Smooth, straight flights with minimal fade and lots of weight options.

Other solid picks: Axiom Paradox, Infinite Anubis, Doomsday Scavenger, Latitude 64 Pearl, Dynamic Discs Truth, Discraft Meteor, Discraft Stratus.

Best Putters For Women

Innova Aviar — A long-time classic that is great for putting, approaches, and even short drives.
Dynamic Discs Judge — Straight‑flying, with a bead. (The Warden is the beadless version.)
Infinite Discs Alpaca — A modern favorite with a clean release and a good all-around mold.

Other putters to try: Infinite Tomb, Latitude 64 Ruby, Dynamic Discs Warden, Latitude 64 Pure, Axiom Proxy, Discraft Fierce, Discmania P2.

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Best Disc Golf Discs for 2024

September 6, 2024 Ted Hegemann 2 comments

Throughout this month we’ve checked out the best discs for 2024. We looked at the sales data and the customer ratings so you can have a list of discs to check out when you’re in the market for a disc. We started with the Best Distance Drivers of 2024, then looked at the Best Fairway Drivers, then the Best Putters, and finally the Best Midrange discs. Now we’re going to compile the best of those into one list. We’ll also include some lists of the highest rated discs in those same categories. Let’s go!

Highest Rated Discs: Finding Out Which Discs People LOVE The Most

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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.

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Top Selling Feature: The Discs That Are In Demand

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Since we sell hundreds of thousands of discs at Infinite, we like to share with you which ones are the top sellers so you can see which discs are the most popular. We’ve compiled a list of the top-selling overall discs of 2023. Check out these molds when you are in the market for a new disc.

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Best Disc Golf Discs of 2023

Overall Best Discs

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

Best of the Best Discs

1. MVP Glitch – If you take a great throwing disc and mix in MVP Glitch - Top Selling Disc of 2023 a pinch of endorsement by a popular pro and you have a recipe for a lot of sales. The putter is easy to throw, popular among all skill levels, and comes in some cool stamps. The Glitch had hot sales when we could keep them on the shelf. I anticipate the Glitch being a contender for the best-selling disc of 2024, too. Check it out if you haven’t had a chance and see why it is so popular!

2. Discraft Buzzz – The popularity of the Discraft Buzzz has been consistent since the mold was introduced. The midrange has a beautiful, reliable flight that can be used in a variety of scenarios. It is a disc that professionals, amateurs, and everything in between, can put in their bag and know it will be thrown a lot.

3. Innova Wraith – Another historically popular mold, the Innova Wraith is a regular top seller. With a flight similar to the amazing Destroyer, the Wraith has a slightly lower speed rating, and is a great distance driver when you are looking for maximum distance. Its slight turn can result in effective hyzer-flips, while its fade is reliable, but not overbearing. It can be purchased in most every plastic so you are sure to find it in one that suits your skill level and grip preference.

4. Infinite Discs Alpaca – Ever since its release, the Infinite Discs Alpaca Infinite Discs Alpaca Hat has been a hot-selling putter. It has the stability that makes for a great throwing disc and the controllability that makes it good for putts and approaches. It has been available in a ton of really cool stamps, adding even more character to the popular mold. The Alpaca would find a good home in any bag.

5. Infinite Discs Emperor – The Emperor has been a hot seller for Infinite since it came out half a decade ago. Like the best distance drivers, the Emperor has a precise combination of turn and fade. That combination translates to crushing drives and shapeable shots. The Emperor continues to sit on the throne of the top discs that we sell.

Top Disc Golf Brands

Nearly three-fourths of the discs in the top 50 were made by three brands: Innova, Discraft, and Infinite.

Innova started in 1983 and has 14 different molds in the top 50. They have the largest selection of discs and have sponsored many world champions since they began.

Discraft had 11 molds in the top 50. They began in 1979 in Canada, before moving to Michigan to set up shop. Discraft discs are popular in Ultimate and Freestyle, as well as disc golf.

Infinite Discs tied with Discraft at 11 molds in the top 50. Infinite started in 2012 as a retailer. After several years and a lot of growth, they started selling their own molds. Some of those molds have become top selling discs.

Best Distance Drivers 2024

Here is a list of the top 50 distance drivers sold this year:

Rank	Manufacturer	Disc Name
1	Innova	Wraith
2	Infinite Discs	Emperor
3	Innova	Destroyer
4	Infinite Discs	Pharaoh
5	Infinite Discs	Maya
6	Innova	Mamba
7	Axiom	Time-Lapse
8	Innova	Tern
9	Innova	Gorgon
10	Innova	Shryke
11	Infinite Discs	Aztec
12	Thought Space Athletics	Construct
13	Innova	Beast
14	MVP	Wave
15	Discraft	Nuke
16	Clash Discs	Wild Honey
17	MVP	Tesla
18	Discraft	Avenger SS
19	Infinite Discs	Conqueror
20	Discraft	Hades
21	Discraft	Thrasher
22	Clash Discs	Salt
23	Infinite Discs	Czar
24	Innova	Corvette
25	Discraft	Drive
26	Discraft	Zeus
27	Thought Space Athletics	Synapse
28	Innova	Boss
29	Finish Line Discs	Interval
30	Discraft	Scorch
31	Latitude 64	Grace
32	Innova	Katana
33	Discraft	Force
34	Innova	Monarch
35	Infinite Discs	Slab
36	MVP	Trail
37	Axiom	Vanish
38	Discraft	Nuke SS
39	Innova	Orc
40	Discmania	DD
41	Latitude 64	Sapphire
42	MVP	Dimension
43	Clash Discs	Vanilla
44	Thought Space Athletics	Animus
45	MVP	Photon
46	MVP	Orbital
47	Innova	Daedalus
48	Discraft	Venom
49	Innova	Charger
50	Dynamic Discs	Trespass

Brands in the top 50

In addition to some of the larger brands you see in the top 50, there are several smaller brands that Infinite carries that are selling enough molds to land in the top 50. A couple of them have been featured by Infinite Discs in our ‘Smaller Brands’ series.

Lone Star Discs was featured in March of 2021. That blog can be found HERE.

Clash Discs was featured in March of 2022. That blog can be found HERE.

These two brands have grown so much in the last couple of years that they may not be considered small brands any more!

Check out the Best Distance Drivers of 2024 here.

Best Fairway Drivers 2024

Rank	Manufacturer	Disc Name
1	Infinite Discs	Dynasty
2	Infinite Discs	Sphinx
3	Infinite Discs	Centurion
4	Innova	Firebird
5	Axiom	Crave
6	Innova	Leopard
7	Innova	Teebird
8	Axiom	Insanity
9	Innova	Valkyrie
10	Discraft	Athena
11	Latitude 64	River
12	Innova	Leopard3
13	Latitude 64	Diamond
14	Discraft	Heat
15	Thought Space Athletics	Mantra
16	Thought Space Athletics	Votum
17	Innova	Thunderbird
18	Infinite Discs	Roman
19	Innova	Roadrunner
20	Infinite Discs	Exodus
21	Innova	Sidewinder
22	Discmania	FD
23	Discraft	Undertaker
24	Infinite Discs	Scepter
25	Discraft	Raptor
26	MVP	Volt
27	Westside	Underworld
28	Finish Line Discs	Era
29	Innova	Hawkeye
30	Innova	Eagle
31	Innova	TeeBird3
32	Axiom	Rhythm
33	Discraft	Passion
34	Kastaplast	Falk
35	Discraft	Anax
36	Doomsday Discs	Blackout
37	Latitude 64	Saint
38	Thought Space Athletics	Coalesce
39	Innova	IT
40	Dino Discs	Pterodactyl
41	Lone Star Disc	Mockingbird
42	Discraft	Cicada
43	Innova	TL3
44	Dynamic Discs	Escape
45	Discmania	Essence
46	MVP	Servo
47	MVP	Terra
48	Westside	Hatchet
49	Lone Star Disc	Lariat
50	Axiom	Trance

Picture showing Dino Discs, one of the fastest growing disc golf brands.

Dino Discs made the top 50. The brand has a variety of molds tailored to young players who might be just starting out. If you have a young disc golfer in your life, or someone who struggles with heavier discs, have them check out the discs as Dino Discs.

Check out the Best Fairway Drivers of 2024 here.

Best Midrange Discs 2024

Rank	Manufacturer	Disc Name
1	Discraft	Buzzz
2	Innova	Rollo
3	Innova	Mako3
4	Axiom	Hex
5	Thought Space Athletics	Mana
6	Thought Space Athletics	Pathfinder
7	Infinite Discs	Chariot
8	Discraft	Buzzz SS
9	Innova	Roc
10	Infinite Discs	Anubis
11	Infinite Discs	Khonsu
12	Innova	Pig
13	Innova	Roc3
14	MVP	Detour
15	Discraft	Meteor
16	Discraft	Buzzz OS
17	Latitude 64	Fuse
18	Dino Discs	Stegosaurus
19	Axiom	Paradox
20	Infinite Discs	Galleon
21	Clash Discs	Berry
22	MVP	Reactor
23	Infinite Discs	Inca
24	Innova	Toro
25	Discraft	Comet
26	Dynamic Discs	EMac Truth
27	Discraft	Sol
28	RPM Discs	Piwakawaka
29	Streamline	Echo
30	Infinite Discs	Kon Tiki
31	Clash Discs	Peach
32	Innova	Stingray
33	Axiom	Pyro
34	Westside	Tursas
35	Infinite Discs	Ra
36	DGA	Quake
37	Dino Discs	Brachiosaurus
38	Kastaplast	Nord
39	Finish Line Discs	Supra
40	Prodigy	M4
41	Divergent Discs	Kapre
42	Discmania	MD3
43	Innova	Wombat3
44	MVP	Uplink
45	Kastaplast	Svea
46	Kastaplast	Stig
47	Innova	RocX3
48	Terminal Velocity Discs	Ursus
49	Discmania	MD1
50	Kastaplast	Kaxe Z

Innova Rollo Midrange - Top Selling new release of 2023

The Innova Rollo was introduced last year as a roller disc for everyone. Apparently everyone wanted a roller disc, but because their sales took off and landed them in the top 10. We’ll have to see if the disc can sustain those hot sales.

Check out the Best Midrange Discs of 2024 here.

Top Selling Disc Golf Putters 2024

1	Axiom	Pixel
2	Infinite Discs	Alpaca
3	Axiom	Envy
4	Discraft	Zone
5	Infinite Discs	Tomb
6	MVP	Glitch
7	Gateway	Wizard
8	Discraft	Luna
9	Prodigy	PA-3
10	Innova	Aviar
11	Latitude 64	Pure
12	Kastaplast	Berg
13	Dynamic Discs	Judge
14	Axiom	Proxy
15	Discraft	Kratos
16	Discmania	P2
17	Kastaplast	Reko
18	MVP	Watt
19	Infinite Discs	Glyph
20	Birdie Disc Golf Supply	Marvel
21	Clash Discs	Popcorn
22	Discraft	Banger GT
23	Discmania	Spore
24	Discraft	Zone OS
25	Infinite Discs	Myth
26	Dino Discs	Triceratops
27	Innova	KC Pro Aviar
28	Discraft	Roach
29	MVP	Nomad
30	Dynamic Discs	Warden
31	Kastaplast	Berg X
32	Clash Discs	Candy
33	Innova	Polecat
34	Thought Space Athletics	Muse
35	Prodigy	PA-5
36	Axiom	Pitch
37	Prodigy	A2
38	Discraft	Fierce
39	Innova	Rhyno
40	Innova	Yeti Pro Aviar
41	Infinite Discs	Cohort
42	Westside	Harp
43	Axiom	Tempo
44	Gateway	Warlock
45	Innova	Dart
46	Thought Space Athletics	Pneuma
47	Innova	AviarX3
48	Lone Star Disc	Armadillo
49	Discmania	Link
50	Discmania	Logic

Kastaplast Falk and Berg. Top 50 Discs.

Kastaplast is a smaller brand that has amazing plastics and popular putters, the Berg and Reko. The Berg is the disc used by Infinite’s team member, Eric Oakley. Kastaplast is a Swedish company and the names of their discs are Swedish words: Berg = mountain, Falk = falcon, Reko = good, reliable or decent.

Check out the Best Putters of 2024 here.

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Best Disc Golf Roller Discs 2024

April 9, 2024 Ted Hegemann 55 comments

In disc golf, having a wide range of shots in your arsenal is advantageous when it comes to competition or beating your personal records. Since we all face a variety of situations on the course, the more tools we have to achieve the shot we need, the better our chances of succeeding with. One of those tools is a roller shot. In this blog we will learn about rollers and discuss the best disc golf roller discs.

The list of best roller discs is difficult to amass, since there are so many molds that can be used for rollers. This list taken from previous surveys, current surveys, and from Infinite sales data. You can help with the data by participating in the survey at the end of this blog! Plus you’ll be entered into a drawing for Infinite gift cards.

What Is A Roller

A roller is a throw that intentionally hits the ground shortly after it’s released and rolls along its edge. It can be utilized for shorter, technical shots to get out of trouble. Or for longer shots when distance is necessary.

Rollers are useful when you have low-ceiling shots and still need to cover a lot of ground, or shorter technical shots. They are also great options when you have open spaces without roller obstructions, such as a ditch or pond in the fairway. The challenge of throwing a roller is making sure you land on the ground with the correct angle. Even so, the disc might hit some irregularity on the ground and end up going in a direction that the thrower didn’t intend.

Throwing Rollers

I’ve heard many people say that they haven’t even tried a roller shot, and don’t even know how to throw one. Other people have mastered the shot and use it when available or necessary. In this blog we will look at some roller discs and determine which ones are the best. Instead of focusing on shorter, technical rollers, we’ll discuss the distance shots.

If you manage to become proficient in throwing rollers, it can be a thing of beauty and reward the thrower with a lot of ground covered. Some of my longest throws were well-executed rollers. Let’s take a look at the best disc golf roller discs.

Note: You’ll notice that many of these discs, but not all of them, have a lot of turn and are considered understable discs. That characteristic makes it easier for people of any skill level to get the disc to get the angle needed for a roller. With sufficient arm speed, and disc could be a roller, but we’re focusing on molds that people indicated they use as roller discs.

Best Disc Golf Roller Discs

Innova Sidewinder 9, 5, -3, 1

Innova Sidewinder disc

The Sidewinder was made for either rollers or turnover shots. It has a good amount of turn to help get the disc at a good angle for rollers. While it may be too flippy for big arms at full power, it can be a useful utility disc for people of all skill levels.

Innova Leopard 6, 5, -2, 1

The Innova Leopard can be found in beginner sets because it is easy to throw and easy to get some turn, even for beginners. With just a little experience and practice, the Leopard can be a great roller disc. It is easy to get the necessary angle with the Leopard and is a great disc to start learning how to throw rollers.

Infinite Sphinx 9, 6, -3, 1

Infinite Discs Sphinx

With the Infinite Discs Sphinx’s flight numbers you would expect to find a roller in that mold, and you would be correct. The Sphinx can also be a good turnover disc, or even a good fairway driver for beginners. The I-Blend models come in 150-class weights, and sometimes even a bit lighter. The Sphinx is a great disc whose uses can evolve as your skill improves.

Innova Roadrunner 9, 5, -4, 1

Innova Champion Roadrunner

The speed-nine Roadrunner has a good rim size and perfect flight numbers for beginners to get good distance. With a little experience, players can utilize the turn in the Roadrunner to execute some impressive rollers. The mold has been popular as a roller disc since its release.

Innova Mamba 11, 6, -5, 1

Innova Star Mamba

With even more turn than the Roadrunner, the Innova Mamba boasts a slightly higher speed, which may offset the extra turn a little bit. It also has a lot of glide for those big turnover shots. But if you want a long roller shot, check out the Mamba. I threw a Metal Flake Mamba as my roller disc until it disappeared one day. I recommend the Mamba.

Innova Rollo 5, 6, -4, 1

Innova Star Rollo

Not even a year old the Rollo is a great roller option for disc golfers of all skill levels. It was designed and marketed as a roller disc and has the numbers to back that up. When you’re not trying to cover a lot of distance on the ground, the Rollo can also be used to get a lot of turn out of a throw. It makes a great beginner disc or a disc that can be shaped in the woods.

Prodigy F7 7, 5, -3, 1

Prodigy 400 F7

If you are a beginner looking for a great fairway driver, look no further than the Prodigy F7. It comes in a variety of plastic types to suit your preference. And its flight numbers are perfect for people just starting out. In the hands of a more skilled player, the F7 is an amazing roller or a turnover disc.

Latitude 64 Diamond 8, 6, -3, 1

The Diamond is among the best driver for beginners because of it noob-friendly flight numbers and its availability in lighter weights. Beyond its title as a great beginner disc, The Diamond makes a great roller disc. It is easy to get the Diamond to the ground at a good angle.

Westside Queen 14, 5, -3, 2

Westside Discs Origio Burst Queen

Because the Queen is a high-speed disc, it likely won’t be a roller for less experienced arms. That is not to say it isn’t useful for slower arms, it’s just that it won’t be used as a roller unless it is light weight or heavily seasoned. With a more experienced player the Queen can deliver some impressive rolls.

We Want To Hear From You!

There is the list of the best disc golf roller discs… but it is not complete! We need to hear from you so we can confirm and expand the list. Let us know your favorite roller disc when you’re going for distance.

We tabulated the results of your comments and there are an impressive 30 different molds! Many were on our list, but most weren’t. The Sphinx and the Roadrunner made our list AND the podium with your votes. The third podium member might not be familiar to some of you. It is the Prodiscus Flipperi

Prodiscus Fliperri 9, 3, -3, 0

A Prodiscus Flipperi Billed as a forgiving disc for beginners, the Flipperi can also be used as a roller. Manufactured in Finland, the Flipperi follows the usual Prodiscus naming convention of taking an English word, in this case Flipper, and adding a Finnish vowel. It truly is a flipper of a disc!

We randomly selected five commenters and gave them a $20 Infinite Discs gift card. The winners and their best roller disc are:

Todd – Prodiscus Flipperi

Michael L – Thought Space Athletics Ethos Mantra

Jacob K – Innova Roadrunner (Barsby Signature)

Ryan W – Discraft Hades

Daniel O – Above Ground Level Baobab

Best Distance Driver For 2022

February 9, 2022 Ted Hegemann 282 comments

This article was written for 2022. Check out this article and data if you’re looking for the most up to date best distance drivers list.

Best Distance Driver of 2022

We looked at the best selling molds, the best rated molds, and counted your votes for your favorite mold, and we can declare the winner of the Best Distance Driver. And boy was it close! The Innova Destroyer and Wraith traded position on top of the sales and fan vote categories. And the ratings were separated by a hundredth of a point!

The top five were all Innova/Infinite, which is not surprising after seeing the results of the individual categories. Four of the top five molds have fairly similar flights, the exception being the 5th place Maya, the only understable mold. Here are the top molds and their ranking in the different categories.

Mold	Sales	Rating	Fan	Total
Innova Destroyer	1	4.63	2	7.63
Innova Wraith	2	4.64	1	7.64
Infinite Discs Emperor	3	4.75	3	10.75
Infinite Discs Pharaoh	4	4.71	4	12.71
Infinite Discs Maya	5	4.58	5	14.58

Here are some comments mentioned by fans:

Matt M – “Destroyer has to be my all time mold. Why? There are so many different throws you can make with it. A controlled spike hyzer, a sidearm flick, an all out distance bomber.”

David M – “My go-to is a seasoned Star Destroyer. It has a good feel for backhand and forehand. One at a lighter weight like 167-170 if I’m wanting a little more turn. The Destroyer is the gold standard for good reason.”

Tom – “My favorite driver has always been the Wraith. As they break in the develop a little instability so I can bag several Wraith of various plastic / beat in yet have the same grip. The Wraith is also very good in wind as I find it very reliable and wind resistant. Plus what is not to like about the Halo Wraith, wicked cool stamp.”

In this series exploring the best discs of 2022, we started with putters and have been moving up the speed ratings until this week. You can check out the survey results for Putters, Mid Ranges, and Fairway Drivers by clicking these links. Today, we will finally check out the highest-speed discs, the distance drivers, or high-speed drivers. Once again we will look at the sales data to see what people are buying. Then we will rank the molds by their Infinite rating. Finally, we will ask you to vote for the distance driver that you feel is the best. Then we will compile the information and declare a winner! We will also award one lucky commenter a gift card for their input.

Best Distance Drivers

There is something about the feel of a distance driver that sets it apart from other types of discs. The wide rim makes you feel like there is something significant in your hand, both in terms of mass and of potential distance. The sharper edge has a distinct feeling that is unlike other discs. Their higher speed rating requires a little more effort in your throw, making the movement a little more physical. All of these things add up to a different experience when you throw a distance driver.

The high-speed, or distance driver category has been the bane of many new disc golfers. Someone new to disc golf may not understand that the name of the category refers to how fast the disc must be thrown in order to fly like it’s designed to do. Instead, newer players regularly buy discs that they don’t have the skill to be able to throw properly. Therefore, many bad habits might be formed before the disc golfer understands the need to start by throwing lower-speed discs. Lighter plastics can help someone without the arm speed to throw higher speed discs. However, there are benefits to throwing lower speed discs when starting out.

High speed drivers account for slightly over a quarter of all disc sales at Infinite. That’s pretty close to where we could expect it to be. It does trail putters as a category by a couple of percentage points.

To find out which molds were the most popular, I pulled up a list of the top 20 discs that were sold in the past year. Below is a chart with the top discs, along with the percentage of all distance drivers sold:

Rank	Brand and Mold	% of all distance drivers
1	Innova Destroyer	10.5%
2	Innova Wraith	9.0%
3	Infinite Discs Emperor	6.5%
4	Infinite Discs Pharaoh	5.2%
5	Infinite Discs Maya	3.2%
6	Innova Beast	2.3%
7	Innova Shryke	2.1%
8	Innova Mamba	2.1%
9	Discraft Avenger SS	1.9%
10	Discraft Nuke	1.9%
11	Innova Tern	1.7%
12	Discraft Force	1.5%
13	MVP Photon	1.5%
14	Discraft Surge SS	1.4%
15	Discraft Hades	1.4%
16	Innova Boss	1.4%
17	Discraft Zeus	1.3%
18	Discraft Thrasher	1.3%
19	Discraft Scorch	1.2%
20	Innova Katana	1.2%

Brands in the Top 20

Although most people know about the popularity of the Destroyer and Wraith, they may not know that one out of every five distance drivers sold at Infinite is one of those two molds! Those are some successful molds. In addition to holding the top two spots in the category. Innova is also responsible for 8 of the top 20 distance drivers we sell. That ties Discraft, who also holds 8 of the top 20 spots. In a distant third place is Infinite Discs, with 3 of the top 20. There were only four manufacturers in the top 20, and here is a chart with the breakdown:

Although Infinite Discs only had three molds in the top 20, those molds accounted for a significant portion of the distance drivers sold. In fact, sales of Infinite’s three top-20 molds surpassed Discraft’s eight molds in the top 20. Here is a list of the four manufacturers in the top 20, with the percentage of overall distance driver sales for the past year:

Best Rated Discs

Now let’s take a look at the Infinite Discs rating for the top molds. These are the ratings that customers have given each mold when they give a review. The ratings give us a picture of how people feel about the disc once they’ve had a chance to throw it. That’s a more accurate indication of the long-term view of people’s opinions of the disc, assuming it’s been around long enough for a significant number of people to rate the mold. Infinite Discs’ Emperor and Pharaoh top the list, with ratings a bit above the rest of the group. Here are the top 20 discs, sorted by Infinite rating:

Infinite Discs Emperor	4.75
Infinite Discs Pharaoh	4.71
Innova Wraith	4.64
Discraft Zeus	4.64
Innova Destroyer	4.63
Innova Tern	4.61
Innova Shryke	4.6
Discraft Surge SS	4.59
Infinite Discs Maya	4.58
Discraft Hades	4.58
Discraft Thrasher	4.58

Fan Vote Results

We asked you to let us know which mold you considered to be the best distance driver. You responded by the hundreds, and we’ve compiled a list of the top molds. Just like the top mold sales, the fan vote was all Innova/Infinite. Topping the list wasn’t the popular Destroyer. It was the Wraith, which is like a slightly slower Destroyer. In addition to the brands you would expect to make the list, there were votes for many other brands, including Divergent Discs, Viking, Millennium, Legacy, Axiom, Kastaplast, Thought Space Athletics, and DGA.

Here is a list of the top voted discs, along with the percentage of people who voted for that mold.

Mold	Percentage of Votes
Wraith	13.9%
Destroyer	9.4%
Emperor	4.5%
Pharaoh	4.1%
Maya	3.7%
Boss	3.4%
Grace	3.0%
Mamba	3.0%
DD3	2.2%
Shryke	2.2%

Thanks to everyone who voted!

Let Us Know Your Favorite!

Now it’s your turn to let us know about your favorite distance driver. Even if your disc didn’t make the list, let us know what it is, and why it is the best disc for you or the best driver for beginners. This is a great chance to show people looking for a distance driver why your favorite disc works for you!

Best Discs

Best Beginner Discs for 2022

January 19, 2022 Ted Hegemann

Best Disc Golf Discs for Beginners

With the unprecedented growth we’ve seen in our sport the last couple of years, one question comes up repeatedly among those starting out in the sport. “Which disc should I start with as a beginner?” Someone just starting out in the sport doesn’t have the technique and arm speed that many discs need in order to get any distance. Fortunately, there are many molds that are made for people without the ability to throw faster, heavier, more overstable discs. Let’s take a look at some of the best discs for beginners.

The biggest factors in deciding which molds would be best for beginners are weight, speed, and price. Speed is the first number in the common four-number flight rating. The higher the speed number, the faster we have the throw the disc in order for it to fly like it should. Since most beginners can’t generate a lot of arm speed, lower speed discs will fly farther than high speed discs for them. Throwing a lighter disc helps newbies throw farther, since it takes less effort to throw.

Disc Golf Brands Focused on Beginners

The dominant disc golf brands cater to and focus primarily on the advanced and professional players they sponsor. While there are Discraft and Innova discs for beginners, their are a few disc golf brands that focus specifically on beginners. If you’re looking for affordable beginner discs to get started in disc golf, these recommended brands are a great place to start.

Dino Discs – Discs designed for Kids!

The Dino Disc brand makes a unique, ultra light disc golf discs designed for kids. These discs are ultra light weight and feature colorful plastics and dinosaur themes. Dino Discs are recommended for young children aged 10 and younger.

Divergent Discs – Discs for Recreational Players

Divergent is an up and coming disc golf brand with a focus on recreational players who have a throwing distance of less than 300 feet. They now offer a full line of discs for casual players. One of the best things about Divergent Discs is that the plastic quality is substantially better than other disc brands at affordable prices.

Sune Sport

Like Divergent, Sune Sports Discs are designed specifically for beginners and recreational disc golfers. They have starter sets and 7 different low costs discs that all work well for beginners. Two of the discs are in an ultra soft light weight. “safety line” plastic that is ideal for kids.

The Best Single Disc for a New Disc Golfer

Choosing a Winner

To find a winner, we looked at the key components mentioned above, combined with sales. Letting the market speak, while not necessarily definitive, is a great way to see what molds people are drawn to. As a bonus consideration, we gave points for molds that players can continue to use as their skills improve. We also favored molds that came in base plastics.

Beginner Disc Golf Plastics

Plastic types affect the flight of the disc and should be considered heavily when comparing beginner discs. More stable plastics such as Champion can change a mold from a nice beginner disc to something too overstable for inexperienced players. Entry level plastics not only make a mold less overstable, they also break in faster to add more ‘flip’ to the flight of the disc. As a nice bonus, entry level plastics are less expensive, making it less costly to get into disc golf. Most of these popular disc molds are available in a variety of different plastic types and prices.

Here are discs considered the Best Beginner Discs:

Innova Shark
Innova Leopard
Infinite Discs Sphinx
Latitude 64 Diamond
Latitude 64 Jade
Discraft Heat
Discmania FD
Dynamic Discs Breakout
Divergent Discs Kraken

Innova Shark – The Innova Shark is a popular midrange that is found in many starter sets. Its straight flight and low speed makes it a good candidate for a beginner disc. It is available in lighter weights in DX plastic. It still has a strong finish at the end, but even beginners should get a good flight out of the Shark.

Innova Leopard – Another mold that is frequently found in starter sets is the Innova Leopard. It is a good combination of low speed, lighter weights, and a little understability. Those qualities make the Leopard popular for beginners and advanced players alike. In Innova’s DX plastic, the Leopard is a very inexpensive beginner disc.

Infinite Discs Sphinx – There are several speed 9 molds on the list, and the Infinite Discs Sphinx is one of them. This mold comes in a variety of weights and plastic types, and the lightest weights make a great starter disc. Plus, as your skill improves, you can keep using the Sphinx by simply get a heavier disc and/or a more stable plastic.

Latitude 64 Diamond – The Latitude 64 Diamond is one of a few molds that were targeted at beginners. Initially, the Diamond was only available lighter weights, which is better for beginners. Its lower speed means the rim is the right size to feel good in the hand while being narrow enough for smaller hands to easily grasp.

Latitude 64 Jade – Another mold that was designed specifically for beginners is the Latitude 64 Jade. It is one speed faster than the Diamond and slightly less understable. However, the light weight of the Jade makes it good for newer players. Although it might make a good beginner disc, the higher speed might make a better second disc, after throwing something lighter or slower.

Discraft Heat – The Discraft Heat was one of the molds in the Discraft Ace Race a few years ago. Its flight numbers are similar to the Sphinx, with a lot of understability or ‘turn’. It is a fairway driver that in more inexpensive plastics make a great option for beginners. For more experienced players, the Heat is popular for turnover shots and rollers.

Discmania FD – The Discmania FD is another one of the molds on this list that can be used for beginners as well as experienced players. Starting with base plastics, newer playing will find the FD easy to hold and throw. Once a player advanced in skill level and distance, getting the FD in premium plastics will give them a useful tool in their disc golf arsenal.

Dynamic Discs Breakout – The Dynamic Discs Breakout is another mold that was designed with the beginner in mind. It is available in desirable lighter weights, and a few different plastic types. It doesn’t have the understability that some of the other molds on the list have. But, the lighter weight can help compensate for the straighter flight.

Divergent Discs Kraken – The Divergent Discs Kraken is a fairway driver that has a little flip to its flight, followed by a solid fade. It is available in lighter weights, making it a solid candidate for a beginner disc, even though the plastic is a premium plastic. The Kraken’s flip makes it a good disc for more experienced players looking for a roller disc. One nice thing about the Kraken is that it’s least expensive plastic is substantially more durable than most of the other mentioned beginner discs.

Percentage of sales among the top candidates for Best Beginner Disc

And the winner is…

Innova Leopard! There is a reason this mold is found in many starter sets. Its low speed means the disc is easy to grip and throw for beginners. The Leopard has a flight has a good amount of turn and a gentle fade at the end. Available in base plastics the mold is inexpensive as a starter disc. And it is available in premium plastics. Even though the Leopard is great for beginners, it can find its way into the bags of advanced players. With the turn of the Leopard it can be used as a turnover disc that will hold its turn for most of the flight. In tight woods the mold can be gently thrown on a hyzer-to-flat flight and get a decent amount of distance. Check out the Innova Leopard HERE.

Runner-ups –

Discmania FD – The FD is a great disc to start with, and one that you can keep throwing as your disc golf ‘career’ advances. As of this writing, the FD is unavailable due to material shortages. Click HERE to sign up for a notice when the mold comes back in stock.

Infinite Discs Sphinx – Just like the FD, the Sphinx is useful for players with a wide range of skill levels. In lighter weight I-Blend plastic, the Sphinx can be easily thrown by beginners and younger players, even though it is a faster mold than the FD. As of this writing, the Sphinx is unavailable. Click HERE to sign up for a notice when the mold comes back in stock.

Your Take

What do you think the best disc golf discs, starter sets, and brands for beginners are? What worked for you when you were just starting to play disc golf. Let your voice be heard in the comment section below.

Best Disc Golf Discs – Top 100 Selling Discs

January 26, 2021 Dylan Durrant 48 comments

This article was written several years ago. Click this link for an updated list of the best discs on the market.

Best Disc Golf Discs for 2021

Today we’re going to take a look at the Best Disc Golf Discs for 2021. To learn which discs are the most popular, we are going to take a look at the Top 100 Sellers from 2020. All data is taken from InfiniteDiscs.com sales figures. (We cannot show exact figures, but we can easily see which discs sell most compared to others.)

Last year, 2020, brought crazy growth to our sport of disc golf. With many disc manufacturers being temporarily shut down, plus the massive influx of disc golfers, popular discs became harder and harder to come by throughout the year. Some discs, like the Zeus, quickly became “out of stock”, thus dropping it’s rank on the Top 100. When we did get the Zeus in, it would sell very fast, causing it to go higher on the chart.

We believe the top 100 selling discs of 2020 will still be an excellent indicator of the most popular discs of 2021. These sales represent the data from old and new disc golfers, making them a great summary of the best disc golf discs.

First we’ll jump into the top 100 chart, then we’ll look at some broken down stats. Lastly, we’ll get to our recommendations for the Best Disc Golf Discs of 2021!

The Top 5 Selling Golf Discs for 2020

Innova Destroyer
Discraft Buzzz
Discraft Luna
Innova Wraith
Discraft Zone

The Destroyer, Buzzz, and Luna took spots 1-3 respectively, making them the perfect Driver, Mid, and Putter combo… assuming you can handle a Destroyer. The Wraith and Zone were a close 4th and 5th place, showing that Innova and Discraft dominated the top five. The P2 dropped from it’s top 5 spot in 2019, and this was primarily due to it being unavailable for most of the year.

Ups and Downs

Next to each disc is an arrow pointing up, down, or right. These arrows and numbers represent how much each disc climbing or dropped in the ranks from 2019. Many of the top discs shuffled slightly, but not enough to make a big difference in the rankings. The #44 Aztec, #45 Raptor, and #45 Rhyno made the biggest jumps into the top 50. The biggest overall jump was the #87 Cohort, jumping 174 spots to make the Top 100 chart. The #91 Relay also made a big jump of 99 spots.

The Hades and the Fierce debuted in 2020 and claimed the highest spots on the chart for new discs, at #20 and #21 respectively.

Types of Discs Sold

What types of disc golf discs are most popular?

Putters were the top selling type of disc in 2020. We saw a big influx in putter sales. Putters made up 34% of all discs sold in 2020. Part of this may be do to the fact that many courses were closed for a time and disc golfers had more time to practice putting.

Control drivers came in second, at 28%. Distance drivers were at a close third at 26%, and mid ranges were by far the worst selling disc type at just 12%. Midrange discs are not the most glamourous golf discs. They do not wear out nor get lost as quickly as do drivers.

Top Disc Golf Brands

In terms of the best disc golf brands, here we list the number of times any brand had a disc golf mold that made our top 100 list.

Innova appeared on the Top 100 chart 33 times, while Discraft appeared 23 times. Infinite Discs molds came in third with 9 molds on the chart. Many other brands made the chart, showing that there are excellent discs from every manufacturer. Because most of the disc golf manufacturers were unable to produce discs at a rate fast enough to keep up with demand, there was often lack of availability of many of the most popular molds. These graphs would likely be very different if we were able to keep in stock all disc models throughout the year.

Best Disc Golf Discs for 2021:

Now let’s jump into our recommendations based on the best sellers! We’ve divided our suggestions here into best putters, midranges, and drivers. As skill level does effect ones ability to have success with different types of discs, we’ve also suggested different discs from our top 100 for different skill types.

Best Disc Golf PUTTERS for 2021

There are many great putters to choose from and they work for most, if not all skill levels. There’s a reason many of these putters have been top sellers for a long time. They work well, and people love them.

Recommended Putters For All Skill Levels:

Try something hot and new: Infinite Discs ALPACA

Best MIDRANGES for 2021

We’ll break down these midrange recommendations based off of sales, and skill level.

Best Mids For Beginners:

If you’re new too disc golf a straight to understable midrange just might be the most valuable golf disc to you. Consider trying one of these great, easy to throw, mids.

Try Something Hot and New: Divergent Discs LEVIATHAN

Recommended Mids for Intermediate / Advanced Players:

Once you have better throwing technique and a little more throwing power a stable/overstable midrange becomes the consistent choice for accuracy. Try these from our list of best midrange discs for 2021.

Try Something Hot and New: Thought Space Athletics PATHFINDER

Best Disc Golf DRIVERS for 2021

We’ll break down these driver recommendations based off of sales, and skill level.

Best Drivers For Beginners:

Understable moderate speed fairway drivers are typically the best disc golf drivers for new players. Be sure to check out these recommendations for the best drivers for beginners.

Top Drivers For Intermediate Players:

For many intermediate disc golfers, the most important aspect of improving the disc golf game is getting more distance. Our suggested list of best drivers for intermediate players here provides some excellent choices for improving your accuracy and maximum distance.

Top Drivers For Advanced and Tournament Players:

Skilled disc golfers need consistent discs that will provide them with both accuracy and distance. The suggested top drivers below are consistent choices among some of the top players in the world.

LET US KNOW what your top picks are for the best disc golf discs of 2021! Be sure to tell us about your skill level and list what you think the best drivers, midrange, putters or disc golf sets are.

Best Disc Golf Putter of 2020

September 11, 2020 Ted Hegemann 182 comments

Putters take center stage this week as we post another blog for our series of the best disc golf discs of 2020. With the pandemic forcing many people to stay home for an extended time, many people took the opportunity to use the time to practice putting. Our sales and inventory reflected the surge in purchases, particularly of putters and baskets. We will look at the sales of putters for this year, and compare the top sellers with the top rated putters. We will then turn the voting over to you to help us pick the best putter of 2020.

The Best Disc Golf Putter

	Sales Rank	Star Rating	Fan Vote	Average
Discmania P2	3	6	3	4.0
Gateway Wizard	6	4	2	4.0
Discraft Luna	1	10	4	5.0
Discraft Zone	2	1	12	5.0
Axiom Envy	7	2	9	6.0
Dynamic Discs Judge	5	12	1	6.0

In a first for our category of Best Discs of 2020 we had a tie for first, second, and third. The popular P2 and Wizard tied for first place. These two putters didn’t take first in any single category, but still managed to average the best overall rating of any putter.

Two Discraft molds tied for second place, with each one landing in first place for one category of popularity: the Luna taking first for 2020 sales, and the Zone for the best rated disc of 2020. Although the Zone has been around for more than a decade, the Luna is relatively new to the scene. Even so, when you have the best disc golfers in the world throwing a certain mold, they tend to be more popular.

Two more molds, the Axiom Envy and the DD Judge, rounded out our best disc golf putters category. Notably, the Judge took first place in the fan voting (see results below). The Envy was the second best rated disc for this year.

The Putter Approach

In the 8 years that I’ve been playing disc golf, I’ve heard many players say that you should spend the most practice time with your putter. The theory is that you will end up putting on nearly every hole. While that may or may not be the best approach to practicing, it would be hard to deny the importance of feeling confident with your putter. It needs to feel good in your hand, which means that you need to find the best plastic and mold for you. And you need to have the confidence that the putter will end up in the basket, which means practice, practice, practice.

In addition to using a putter to finish a hole, the putter can also be used as a driver and approach disc. Many overstable molds are popular among disc golfers who choose to throw them hard off the tee. With a putter’s ability to be shaped and still land softly, the putter is also a great utility disc. And we’ve seen what a putter can do in the hands of a pro: amazing drives, touch approach shots, and lengthy putts.

Best Selling Putter of 2020

Let’s start by looking at putter sales for the year. Like with the other disc categories, the numbers are affected by Covid-19. However, putters were affected a little more. The pandemic brought a spike in putter sales, and inventory shortages that still continues. It would be nice to see what sales would have looked like in a normal year, but all we can do is check out the numbers we have. Here are the top selling putters for 2020:

2020 Sales Rank YTD	Disc Mold
1	Discraft Luna
2	Discraft Zone
3	Discmania P2
4	Innova Aviar
5	Dynamic Discs Judge
6	Gateway Wizard
7	Axiom Envy
8	Discraft Fierce
9	Dynamic Discs Warden
10	Discraft Roach
11	Latitude 64 Pure
12	Discraft Banger GT
13	Westside Harp
14	Dynamic Discs Deputy
15	Innova Nova
16	Innova Pig
17	Infinite Discs Tomb
18	MVP Atom
19	Westside Maiden
20	Axiom Proxy

With the top two players in the world, Page Pierce and Paul McBeth throwing the Zone and Luna, it’s no surprise that these two molds ended up at the top of the list. The Zone is definitely more of a driving putter than a putting putter, but it still falls under the putt-and-approach category.

With a third of the top 15 molds belonging to Discraft, they definitely dominated the category for 2020. After Discraft’s five molds, the remaining 15 spots in the top 20 were divided up among ten different manufacturers! The putter category doesn’t have the Discraft/Innova dominance like other categories.

Putter Rank and File

Let’s take a look at the top rated putters for 2020. We took the star rating and the number of reviews to get a weighted score. Then ranked them according to the weighted score. Here are the results of the highest rated putters:

Rank	Mold	Star Rating	# Reviews in 2020	Weighted score
1	Discraft Zone	4.89	64	5.45
2	Axiom Envy	4.79	31	4.88
3	Infinite Discs Tomb	4.88	22	4.84
4	Gateway Wizard	4.75	31	4.84
5	Innova Pig	4.75	30	4.82
6	Discmania P2	4.74	20	4.67
7	Westside Harp	4.69	22	4.65
8	Westside Maiden	4.77	14	4.61
9	Dynamic Discs Warden	4.75	15	4.61
10	Discraft Luna	4.59	26	4.60

The ratings results for the best putter is very unusual compared to other categories of discs. The top seven ranked molds are all from different companies! The Discraft Zone sits at the top of the rankings and sales. This overstable putter is versatile, and can be driven or putted. It was approved by the PDGA in 2008, and is a favorite of many top pros.

Old School, New School

Let’s look at the PDGA approval date for each mold. Here is a list of the top discs and which date they were approved. The elder statesman of the bunch is the Aviar, which was approved back in the ‘80’s, and the newest disc is the Fierce. The average approval year for the top 10 putters is 2009. That year would be several years higher if it weren’t for the Aviar.

Discraft Luna	2018
Discraft Zone	2008
Discmania P2	2007
Innova Aviar	1984
Dynamic Discs Judge	2012
Gateway Wizard	2002
Axiom Envy	2014
Discraft Fierce	2020
Dynamic Discs Warden	2013
Discraft Roach	2015

We also wanted to look at the top selling putters for 2020 and see how those same molds rank in top sales of all time. The Luna has only had a couple years of sales, but still comes in at #6 for all-time sales. As we mentioned in another blog, the sales of the Luna have been amazing this year. As has the sales for all putters.

2020 Sales Rank	Mold	All-Time Rank
1	Discraft Luna	6
2	Discraft Zone	4
3	Discmania P2	1
4	Innova Aviar	2
5	Dynamic Discs Judge	3
6	Gateway Wizard	5
7	Axiom Envy	7
8	Discraft Fierce	34
9	Dynamic Discs Warden	8
10	Discraft Roach	18

Fan Voting Results: Best Putter 2020

We asked you to vote for your favorite putter, and hundreds of you responded. We tallied the votes and have the results below. Once again the Above Ground Level (AGL) fans rallied and got one of their putters, the Madrone, on the top ten list. (AGL fans and others interested in different disc golf companies, stay tuned for a blog series introducing the smaller disc golf brands that you might not be familiar with. AGL will be one of the featured companies).

The beaded putter, the Judge, topped the charts with 10% of the votes. The Judge was also one of the top sellers in 2020, making it a solid candidate for the best disc. The mold has been around for eight years, and the straight flying putter. The comments people made about the Judge varied.

User Comments on The Judge

Steven H said, rather succinctly: (The) Judge is the best putter.

Tanner F elaborated, saying: Honestly I’ve been #teamjudge since I picked one up. Love having a bead and this is so versatile. I throw it up to 200’ for flip over shots. The new hybrid Judge is quite the addition to my top pouch.

Two older molds, the Wizard (2002) and the Aviar (1984) made the top five list. Two molds, the Luna (2018) and the aforementioned Madrone (2018) were the newest on the list. The average year of release for the top ten was 2009, while the average for the top five was 2004.

The Innova Aviar made the top five list, but has several different versions. I counted each version separately, since they are commonly known in the sport to have different characteristics. Most have different flights, while others have a different feel because of the plastic and beaded/beadless rim. I’m referring to the Yeti Pro (Jay “Yeti” Reading), the KC Pro (Ken Climo), the Aviar3, and the JK Aviar (Juliana Korver).

Variety is The Spice of Life

There were nine different manufacturers represented in the top ten molds. Only Dynamic Discs had more than one mold (the beaded Judge, and the beadless version of the Judge, the Warden). That shows the variety of tastes we have in the disc golf community. Additionally, there were 65 molds that received at least one vote. Here are the top voted putters and the percentage of votes that they received.

1	Dynamic Discs Judge	10.0%
2	Gateway Wizard	7.4%
3	Discmania P2	6.6%
4	Discraft Luna	6.1%
5	Innova Aviar	5.3%
6	Above Ground Level Madrone	4.5%
7	Dynamic Discs Warden	3.9%
8	Latitude 64 Pure	3.7%
9	Axiom Envy	3.4%
10	Streamline Pilot	2.9%

As we promised, we selected a random voter to win a $50 Infinite Gift Card. The random voter was Robbie S. of Illinois. Robbie chose an Aviar as the best putter. Thanks for your votes!

What is Your Favorite Putter? Tell Us!

Once again we turn to you for your thoughts on your go-to putter. Let us know your favorite putter mold, and tell us why you like it.

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