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Best Distance Drivers for Beginners
Best Distance Drivers for Beginners
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Virus
The Axiom Virus is an understable distance driver. This is the least stable of the 9 speed drivers in both the Axiom and MVP lines. The Virus is described as a "worn in MVP Impulse."
This driver will provide good distance for disc golfers with low to average arm speed. Power throwers will find the Virus useful for tailwind throws, rollers, and long turnover shots.
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 9/5/-3.5/1
Reviewer Flight Numbers 9.4/5/-3.4/1
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OUT OF STOCK
Osprey
The Climo Disc Golf Osprey is a versatile 10-speed driver that delivers easy distance and smooth, controllable flight. With a touch of understability, the Osprey excels at long turnover shots, hyzer-flips, and technical line shaping. Ideal for a wide range of players, it offers accessible glide for newer throwers and precision control for advanced players looking to finesse their way through the fairway.
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 10/6/-3/1
Reviewer Flight Numbers 10.1/6/-3.1/1
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Gorgon
Introducing the Innova Gorgon, the disc that blends the precision and control of a Fairway Driver with the impressive reach of a Distance Driver. Its flight is characterized by an arrow-straight glide and a reliable fade, embodying the unwavering gaze of the mythical Gorgon. Experience legendary performance—drive like a deity and conquer the course with the Gorgon.
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 10/6/-2/1
Reviewer Flight Numbers 9.9/6/-2.3/1
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Tumbleweed
The Tumbleweed is a very understable 10-speed driver. Even if you're a player with a slow arm-speed, you'll be able to handle the Tumbleweed like a champ. Or, if you have the power, use this disc as a super-flippy roller or tailwind driver.
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 10/6/-3/1
Reviewer Flight Numbers 10/6/-3.5/1
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Maya
The Maya emerges as an exceptional understable distance bomber! Ideal for beginners and intermediate players, this disc proves to be an excellent choice for straight-flying distance drives. Meanwhile, advanced to open players harness the Maya's capabilities for delivering massive understable distance shots with finesse and precision. Discover the versatility and dynamic performance of the Maya across all skill levels.
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 11/5/-3/1
Reviewer Flight Numbers 11.4/5.1/-2.9/1
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Lift
The Lift is a straight-to-understable driver. Streamline classifies this as a distance driver, we'd say it's more of a fairway driver based on the rim width. Regradless of what you call it, the Lift is the perfect disc for newer players, or advanced players who want to navigate through the woods or throw hyzerflips for great distance!
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 9/5/-2/1.5
Reviewer Flight Numbers 9/5/-1.6/1.6
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OUT OF STOCK
Trail
The Trail by MVP is another release in the James Conrad line. The Trail is an official 10-speed driver in the MVP lineup, and is a stable-understable distance driver. As you might expect of a Conrad disc, this driver excels in hyzer-flip drives and turnovers. It is a great shot-shape driver for players at all skill levels.
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 10/5/-1/1
Reviewer Flight Numbers 10/5.3/-1.2/1.1
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Wave
The Wave is the second wide-rimmed, high-speed distance driver released in the MVP line. This disc is moderately stable and described as a longer Inertia. For high-speed throws, the Wave will exhibit long gliding turnovers and hyzer flips. Low-power players will find the Neutron Wave to be overstable, but useable for a variety of different shots.
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 11/5/-2/2
Reviewer Flight Numbers 11.2/5.1/-1.9/1.9
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Mamba
The Innova Mamba is the most understable high speed distance driver in the Innova line. This disc will help intermediate players get more distance, and will provide the ultimate turn for powerful throwers. This driver is good for tailwind throws, turnover shots, and makes a good roller.
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 11/6/-5/1
Reviewer Flight Numbers 11/6/-4.7/1
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Thrasher
The Thrasher is a very fast and understable disc. It is important to know that this mold is not flippy, allowing huge distance from slower arms, and yet is still completely big-arm friendly. It will finish on a slow hyzer in most situations, so expect some clean anhyzers out of this disc. This mold is a great choice for most any skilled player
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 12/5/-3/2
Reviewer Flight Numbers 11.7/5/-2.8/1.9
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Curl
The Curl is a distance driver from Texas-based Lone Star Disc. At speed 11, many will find the Curl to be the perfect distance driver with high glide. It flips up faster than the Bowie and has a softer stable finish. It fits nicely between the high-speed Bowie and the speed-9 Mad Cat. It's flight has been compared to the Innova Wraith.
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 11/5/-1/2
Reviewer Flight Numbers 11/5.6/-1.4/2.2
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Orc
The Orc is a the classic Speed 10 driver made by Innova. This is a fast but accurate flying disc, good for intermediate players. The Orc flies well for both backhand and forehand throws. This is an overstable disc, but it has a degree of understable turn (-1) which gives it a nice flying S path. The Orc is taller than the average distance driver and has a thinner rim. In lighter weights, this disc is a good driver for newer disc golfers. The Orc is also a good beginner disc for new players who prefer forehand throws.
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 10/4/-1/3
Reviewer Flight Numbers 10/4.1/-1/2.9
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Wei
The Wei is an ultra-understable moderately high-speed distance driver from Yikun. It has an understable flight pattern that is similar to the Gou. It features a nice, predictable fade at the end of its flight, affording great distance to both new and experienced players with its wide rim and great glide. For disc golfers who loved the no-longer-available Vibram unLace, this is a great substitute.
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 10/5/-2.5/2
Reviewer Flight Numbers 10.1/5/-2.9/1.8
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Expanse
The Expanse is a distance driver from Thought Space Athletics that has a good amount of turn before finishing with an equal fade. It's the first collaborative disc release between Thought Space Athletics and Discraft, offering a quality, high-end driver that can be bagged by any intermediate and experienced player for excellent distance results.
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 11/5/-2/2
Reviewer Flight Numbers 11/4.9/-1.9/2
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Jet
The Jet is an easy-to-throw, understable distance driver for everyone. It works well as a big turnover disc, a hyzer-flip machine, or a straight flying driver; all depending on your arm speed. This is an understable complement to the Trace, filling a much needed spot in your bag.
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 11/5/-3/2
Reviewer Flight Numbers 11/5.1/-2.8/1.9
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Vanilla
Indulge in the exceptional flight characteristics of the Clash Discs Vanilla, an understable distance driver that offers a delightful blend of glide and control. This disc effortlessly soars through the air, gracefully navigating the fairways with s-curve flights that satisfy players of all skill levels. With its impressive distance capabilities and reliable understability, the Clash Discs Vanilla is a go-to choice for big arm throws and precise shots.
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 11/6/-2/1
Reviewer Flight Numbers 11/6/-2/1.1
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Pestilence
The Pestilence, by Doomsday Discs, is part of the Catastrophic Line of discs. It is a wide-rim distance driver that is understable enough to be handled by new players. For experienced players, it is an excellent tool for hyzer-flip and long s-curve shots. Reach your maximum potential on long throws without needing maximum arm speed or power. After the world comes crumbling down, you'll be able to use the Pestilence well into the dystopian future.
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 13/5/-4/1
Reviewer Flight Numbers 12.9/5.1/-4.1/0.9
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Fenrir
The Fenrir is an overstable distance driver. This 10-speed driver makes for a reliable distance driver. This disc will continue to fly straight in most windy conditions, making this a great disc for hyzer throws and as a reliable wind disc.
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 10/4/0/3
Reviewer Flight Numbers 9.9/4.3/-0.9/2.4
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Pharaoh
The Pharaoh stands as the ultimate distance driver, designed for high-speed releases and maximum distance potential. Its manageable fade sets it apart, ensuring that even intermediate players can harness its wonders. When you need to conquer extensive territory off the tee, trust the Pharaoh to deliver. Rule your local disc golf course with the unmatched power of the Pharaoh!
NOTE: The flight numbers may change on different runs. For example, the "Run 3" I-Blend Pharaoh is more understable and has a flight rating of 13 / 6 / -2 / 2 which is different than the first two runs which were on Swirly S-Blend plastic. The Run 5 Swirly S-Blend Pharaoh is more overstable than any previous run.
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 13/6/-1/2
Reviewer Flight Numbers 12.9/5.9/-1.3/2
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Construct
The Construct by Thought Space Athletics is the quintessential disc that crosses over perfectly between fairway driver and distance driver. Experienced players can power down for excellent placement control while newer players will not be overwhelmed by its 10-speed rim. Many players will find that they can reach further distances with the manageable speed and moderate fade.
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 10/6/-1/2
Reviewer Flight Numbers 10/5.6/-1.2/1.9
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Grace
The Grace is designed for smooth distance. It is as easy to control as a fairway driver, but with the distance of a high speed driver. The neutral flight and great glide makes the Grace a versatile distance driver for the masses.
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 11/6/-1/2
Reviewer Flight Numbers 11.1/5.9/-1/2.1
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Tern
The Tern is an understable high speed driver. Being understable, this is a comfortable disc that provides max distance for intermediate players. While the Tern’s rim is very wide (2.3 cm) it isn’t at max width like the Dominator, Vulcan, or Katana. The Innova Tern was approved by the PDGA on December 3, 2012. Innova states that the flight rating of this disc in Star and Champion plastic slightly differ. The flight rating for Champion Plastic is 12/6/-2/2. The Champion plastic that the Tern is manufactured in is super clear and looks really sharp.
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 12/6/-2/2
Reviewer Flight Numbers 12/5.9/-2/2
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Aztec
The Aztec, classified as a speed 10 driver, exhibits a straight flight path with a subtle fade towards the end. Despite its speed rating, the Aztec surprises most players with remarkable distance and accuracy, proving itself as a valuable asset to any game.
Unlike high-speed distance drivers, the Aztec boasts a more slender rim, enhancing comfort for the majority of disc golfers. Widely recognized as a lengthier yet comparable flying disc to the Exodus or Dynasty, the Aztec promises a blend of performance and familiarity for players seeking reliable distance shots.
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 10/5/-1/2
Reviewer Flight Numbers 10.1/5/-1.2/1.9
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Octane
The MVP Octane is a stable-to-understable distance driver from the high-speed 23mm class. Octane falls in the general stability lineage of Switch, Amp, Inertia, and Wave, with a slight-turn profile that holds long and straight until its fade finish. The 23mm Octane is designed to be relatively less understable than its 21.5mm counterpart Wave. Average throwers should see straight flights with fade, while power throwers will be able to hyzerflip for max distance and tailwind lines.
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 13/5/-1/2
Reviewer Flight Numbers 13/5/-1/2.1
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Ether
The Gateway Disc Sports Ether stands out as a formidable distance driver, designed to unleash your full distance potential. With exceptional glide and impressive torque resistance, the Ether is your key to reaching new distances on the disc golf course.
Manufacturer Flight Numbers 12/6/-1/2
Reviewer Flight Numbers 12/6/-1/1.9
Finding the Best Distance Drivers For Beginners doesn’t have to be complicated. At InfiniteDiscs.com, every time a player leaves a disc review, they’re asked how beginner-friendly the disc is. The discs featured here are some of the highest-rated options from those responses—trusted by real players as easy-to-throw distance drivers for newer arms.
Standouts like the Sapphire, Tumbleweed, Trail, and Gorgon all fall in the 10-speed range, offering great glide, smooth turn, and manageable rim widths that are ideal for developing form. For players stepping into higher speeds, the Ambush, D4, and Slingshot provide long flights without punishing slight release errors. Need something extra flippy? The Mamba, Virus, and Lift are excellent choices for hyzer flips, gentle turnovers, and tailwind shots. Each of these beginner-friendly distance drivers offers an accessible path to longer, more confident throws.
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