Discraft Z-Line Glide
Distance control with turnover shots was normally very difficult…..until the Glide, offering a rare aerodynamic package of superior understable turnover at relatively low release velocities.
The Glide is an EXCELLENT option for anhyzers and S-Shots on shorter holes or long approaches where a precise flight distance is more important than max-distance.
Flight Rating Analysis (converted by BDGD from Discraft System):
| SPEED | GLIDE | TURN | FADE |
| 6 | 6 | -4 | 0 |
| Fairway Driver (1.5cm rim) | VERY High Glide | VERY Understable | Long, straight finish |
Recommended Weight: 160-174g
These weight classes provide an excellent combination of distance potential with wind-resistance, while also providing balance for the Glide’s natural high-glide performance.
160-166g: Maximizes Glide and release velocity, creating the farthest possible flights, but a lower level of wind-resistance
167-172g: Balanced performance, providing good distance balanced with good wind resistance and control.
173-174g: Maximizes control and wind-resistance.
Glide Specifications vs. Average Fairway Driver
Why Z-Line Plastic?
Z-Line is Discraft’s most rigid plastic, giving it the superior torque resistance for maximum flight consistency. For this reason, Z-Line is the most popular of all Discraft plastics with professional players.
Additional Detail
Manufacturer’s Description
“Great for beginners and pros too, the Glide™ is easy to throw… and just keeps going! Grab a Glide™ when you need a little more controlled distance, or a long turnover driver.” Source
Specifications / Measurements
Rim Width (cm): 1.5
Rim Configuration: 36.5
Height (cm): 2
Diameter (cm): 21.5
Rim Depth (cm) 1.3
Flexibility (kg): 11.11
Cert. # 04-11
| Power Requirement | |
|---|---|
| In-Class Tuning | |
| Speed Class | |
| Glide / Lift | |
| High-Speed Stability (Turn) | |
| Low-Speed Stability (Fade) | |
| Manufacturer |
Ludington –
This was my third order and the discs are great as always.
They arrived quickly and are exactly as described.
I do really appreciate the disc golf how-to videos and details provided about the disks. It is a great help in deciding which weight will be best for what I need and how each disk will behave (or misbehave).
Goldsmith –
Bart’s research has been invaluable in learning this game we love. My game improved so much so quickly that the guys in my group began to notice. They had been playing several years more than me yet I was consistently out driving them. I tried to keep the science I learned from Bart a secret but they were relentless. They broke me and I gave up my source. They have begun to use Bart’s recommendations to narrow the gap.
Bart Bird | Site Manager –
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