Discraft Z-Line Avenger SS
Our top pick as the best Max-Distance driver for beginners, and the core driver in our Foundation Set
The Avenger SS produces distance-optimized flight patterns for both beginners and intermediates through a combination of balanced stability and high Glide that significantly extend the disc’s time-in-flight.
Additionally, the Avenger SS’s gentle Fade performance provides extra distance by ensuring a longer, straighter finish that pulls the disc back to the original flight line.
For a more control and wind resistance, consider the Innova Champion Valkyrie.
Flight Chart
Flight Rating Analysis:
| SPEED | GLIDE | TURN | FADE |
| 10 | 5 | -3 | 1 |
| Distance Driver | High Glide for extended flight time | Balanced / slightly understable aerodynamics produce long turnover flights at a wide range of speeds | Long, straight finish for additional distance |
Why Z-Line Plastic?
Ultra-premium Z-Line is Discraft’s most durable, rigid plastic with excellent grip, giving it the superior torque resistance for maximum flight consistency with both forehand and backhand release styles.
For this reason, Z-Line is the most popular of all Discraft plastics with professional players.
Optimal Weight Ranges
160-164g
Increased glide and distance potential; reduced wind resistance – Learn why.
165-169g
Balanced performance plus maximum versatility
170-176g
Increased control, consistency, and wind-resistance, but with reduced distance potential
Configuration vs. Average Driver:
Note: The Avenger’s higher than average dome generates extra glide for superior distance performance, while it’s median rim configuration produces balanced, neutral flight patterns.
Additional Detail
Manufacturer’s Description
“The Avenger SS™ is the premium maximum distance driver for amateur players, combining long glide with ease of control. Throw it hard and flat for a slight fade to the right, then watch the Avenger SS™ keep on gliding through a smooth, gentle finish.” Source
Specifications:
Rim Width (cm): 1.9
Rim Configuration: 29.25
Height (cm): 1.8
Diameter (cm): 21.4
Rim Depth (cm) 1.2
Flexibility (kg): 11
Cert. # 08-04
SPEED
Speed measures the ability of a disc to “cut” through the air, with high-Speed discs having sharply angled, wide rims.
High Speed
High speed discs (11-15) have the longest flight potential, but they also require the highest release velocity and best throwing technique to provide optimal flights.
Low Speed
Lower speed discs have less distance potential, but they will provide superior control and more optimized flights at lower speeds.
For this reason. lower speed drivers (6-10) are recommended for beginners looking for optimal flight performance and advanced players looking for more control in narrow fairways.
FADE
Fade measures the tendency of a disc to hook at the end of flight as it slows.
High Fade
Produces a strong hook at the end of flight, providing less distance but better distance control.
High fade discs have superior wind-resistance and are the best options for Flex Shots, Hyzers, and Overheads.
Low Fade
Produces straighter finishes, providing more flight distance. Low Fade discs also provide more versatility as they are better able to hold a variety of flight angles.
Low-fade discs are essential for Anhyzer shots.
GLIDE
Glide measures the amount of lift generated by the disc. It is best used to compare discs in the same Speed class.
High Glide
Extends the flight time of the disc, providing the best/longest flight distance potential.
High Glide discs are more susceptible to flight variations caused by headwinds and tailwinds
Low Glide
Provides superior distance control. Low Glide is also the best option for Overhead Shots (thumber, tomahawk, etc.).
TURN
Turn measures the tendency of a disc to “Turn Over” or “Flip” during high-speed flight, pulling the disc in the opposite direction of its natural Fade.
High Turn (Overstable)
Must be thrown at extremely high speeds to turn over.
Overstable discs are the most predictable and wind resistant discs, but they must be thrown with significant velocity to produce distance-optimized flights.
High Turn (Understable)
Turn over at more moderate speeds, generating optimal max-distance flight patterns much more easily than Overstable discs.
Understable disc flights are less predictable than those of Overstable discs, particularly on windy days.
DURABILITY
As discs wear with use, they become increasingly understable.
Durability measures the tendency of a disc to maintain its like-new flight patterns.
Additionally, when a disc is available in more than one plastic option, the version produced with more durable plastic is typically more stable and wind-resistant than the version produced with less durable plastic (find out why HERE).
High Durability Plastic
Increases long-term consistency and predictability; particularly important for control drivers and high-wind discs.
Low Durability Plastic
Allows players to more easily “tune” discs to provide different stability levels. This practice is most common for players who like to carry several copies of their favorite molds.
GRIP
Measures overall grip performance.
Softer and/or less durable plastics tend to provide the best overall grip.
Some ultra-premium plastics also deliver high grip through the addition of specialized polymers in the resin blends. These materials are much more costly, but they allow manufacturers to produce discs that provide both high grip and high durability.
GRIP RATING RANGE:
VERY LOW
LOW
AVERAGE
HIGH
VERY HIGH
WEIGHT
Lower-Weight Discs have been proven to produce longer flights than heavier discs for two reasons:
INCREASED GLIDE
Light-weighting allows discs to stay aloft at lower speeds, increasing flight duration and distance. Learn more with our complete Glide Video Guide.
INCREASED VELOCITY
Reducing disc weight helps players generate more release velocity, and release velocity has been proven to be the most important factor in determining drive distance. Learn more Here.
| Power Requirement | |
|---|---|
| In-Class Tuning | |
| Speed Class | |
| Glide / Lift | |
| High-Speed Stability (Turn) | |
| Low-Speed Stability (Fade) | |
| Manufacturer |
Karen S. –
I absolutely love my avenger ss!!! I did good keeping it straight, and with distance! I am going to order one more of those in case I lose it.
Andrew R. –
I was really happy to do business with you guys. I thought you had a great selection with great prices to match. Plus the free shipping is always appreciated. I will use you guys again.
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fourbadboyz –
The avenger ss is Awesome right out of the hand felt great and flew great
Mike Miller –
Great service! I also love your website. Great for beginner information.
Russ Palmer –
Ordering from you was so easy. The disc arrived quickly. Much better than going across town to Big 5 or Scheels.
Phaedrus –
Fast service with free shipping and reasonable prices! I purchased four new discs:
Yeti Aviar – outstanding putter; my game improved almost immediately
Roc3 – a lot more distance than my previous approach disc
SS Avenger – a lot more distance than my previous driver, but probably need something a little more overstable
Boss – still learning how to throw this one, but having it is forcing me to improve my driving skills
George –
Hi Bart,
I received the discs I ordered quickly and in mint condition. Your website and videos on YouTube are excellent and I watched them all. I decided to order the discs from your website based mainly on the information that you provide to the community as a recognition of your efforts and a thank you for the time put in to educate us. The delivery was prompt, packaged well and reasonably priced. I will be ordering from you again.
George
Pamela –
Service was quick. No complaints. My family is new to the sport and we have not had a chance to use the discs yet, but we are raring to go!
Mike JA –
Well, I can’t thank you enough, and I wish you good luck with your company!
I am a newbie, but each of the 5 discs has made me better.
-My drives are longer with both the Avenger and the Prodigy 400
-My putting is much better with the heavier Aviar
-I haven’t had the great shot I have been expecting with the Buzzz yet, but it’s solid
-I hated the Firebird until today when a veteran showed me how to throw it forehand. Now I think I’ll use it often
As for service, I’m the guy who naively claimed that my Aviar was caved in, not knowing that was actually a feature. Your response was prompt, and your offer to replace it was all that anyone could ever ask. I didn’t and I love it.
I also like the links you’ve sent and the literature you included with the discs. Everything is topnotch. The only, only complaint I have is that I just joined a league and learned that I need a marker disc. I may have missed it, but I didn’t see one on your site, so I had to order elsewhere. You really should offer them as a loss leader — with your logo or something.
I’ve already recommended your company to my son who lives in D.C. I’m sure he will be ordering soon.
Sayre S –
I love this new disc!!! It has helped me increase distance, and it also flys a lot straighter than my other disc. I have only played with it once, but I can’t wait to get out and play more.
John –
I purchased 3, the avenger is my new driver, best distance I have ever gotten and I love it. The mamba also works great for me delivering great distance.
Champion firebird seems to be a dud, no distance, starts right and fades right more, it stays in the bag until I give it away.
Did I say I love the avenger? Thank you!
John
MH –
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