Innova Star Plastic

It’s not hard to charm the trickiest of courses when you have the Innova Star Cobra, a very deadly utility midrange. **Limited Run Plastic Not In Wide Production How the Cobra feels: It’s a large diameter mid, but the thin rim makes it really accessible for all hand sizes. Bead on rim bottom. Dome ranges to pretty flat to moderate. Cobra Flight Numbers: 4 / 5 / -2 / 2 How the Cobra flies: The Cobra is a stable to understable mid range that’s been around for ages. Versatile and smooth, the Cobra will fly straight and true to begin with and turn more with time. Easy to throw and release. Star plastic: If you take the best qualities of all of Innova’s plastics and combine them into one plastic, you get the Star line. All skill levels, pros especially, pack their bag with Star plastic. Best combination of grip, durability and performance.  Great for: Smooth, slow Medium length shots A beat-in roller Hyzer stand ups

Nimble in the air, the Innova Star Gazelle also possesses a unassuming power that can really help in a pinch. **Limited Run of Out of Production Disc How the Gazelle feels: With a bead on the nose, and a slightly sunken lower rim profile, it’s got a fairway driver from another era type feel. Pretty flat to noticeable dome. Gazelle Flight Numbers: 6 / 4 / 0 / 2 How the Gazelle flies: The Gazelle’s flight is stable to overstable and doesn’t require the brute force of beefier discs like the Banshee or Whippet. Moderate headwinds are in this go-to fairway driver's wheelhouse, too. Star plastic: If you take the best qualities of all of Innova’s plastics and combine them into one plastic, you get the Star line. All skill levels, pros especially, pack their bag with Star plastic. Best combination of grip, durability and performance.  Great for: Medium length drives with a stable finish Forehand short drives Natural hyzers

The Innova Star Racer has a knack for chasing down birdies. Watch em’ pile up after throwing this distance driver that’s got speed and super-sized glide. How the Star Racer feels: Wider rim, similar in size to the Tern. Signature feature has to be the nose’s outer bead. Disc ranges from minimal to noticeable dome. Star Racer Flight numbers: 12 / 6 / -1 / 2 How it flies: ‘Seasoned Destroyer’ is something you hear a bunch when it comes to the Racer. After a flat release, watch it speed down the fairway. But instead of it fading hard like a Destroyer, the Racer stays pretty straight, especially for average arms. Eventually the fade kicks in, but not before it’s sailed a long way. Another term you hear a lot with the Racer is glide. This disc just doesn’t want to come back to the ground. Forehand: Give it a shot. Flat release results in a modest turnover flight that finds fade at the end. A moderate hyzer release produces hzyer flip flight. Star plastic: If you take the best qualities of all of Innova’s plastics and combine them into one plastic, you get the Star line. Grip. Performance. Durability. It’s all included in Star plastic. Though not as overstable as Champion, it still has enough bite to handle your full-send heaves. It’s the preferred plastic for drivers. The Racer is great for: When you want Destroyer performance, but without Destroyer beef. When you need that 10 extra feet of glide Predictable distance and fade Long hyzers How will I throw it? In lighter weights, beginners and intermediate players can see some real dividends. Intermediates will experience straight, long flights. Advanced level players will be able to make the big ‘S’ flight and hzyer flips look routine, but may overpower it on occasion.

The Coyote is a larger diameter mid-range disc with good glide that flies predictably for straight, gentle turnover, or hyzer shots. It holds a soft flight line and has a friendly grip that makes it easy to throw and release. The Coyote is an excellent disc for many types of long or short approach shots, short drives, roller shots, and even short range putts. A great choice for beginners, intermediates and pros using only one disc.

Consider the Innova Star Gorgon – an easy throwing, understable distance driver – your shield against hideous bogey monsters. How the Star Gorgon feels: Easy to grip and release. Rim is thinner than other distance drivers and its underside is also flatter. All in all, it’s a distance driver in fairway driver clothing. Most have noticeable dome. Star Gorgon Flight numbers: 10 / 6 / -2 / 1 How it flies: With a flat release, amid mild conditions, most players will find the Gorgon travels smoothly (300 to 350+) with an easy turn and a fade that’s present, but not overly so. The disc facilitates any release angle including anhyzers that seem to sail forever. Great as a distance gainer for less powerful throwers. “It's similar to a speed 10 version of the Leopard3 or Hawkeye. Very controllable fairway driver like flight in a distance driver,” said Innova General Manager Kobyn Dunipace. Forehand: For those with moderate forehand power, the Gorgon will fit right in your bag with long, straight flights with modest turn. Those with noticeable power will find it flippy. Star plastic: If you take the best qualities of all of Innova’s plastics and combine them into one plastic, you get the Star line. Grip. Performance. Durability. It’s all included in Star plastic. Though not as overstable as Champion, it still has enough bite to handle your full-send heaves. It’s the preferred plastic for drivers. The Gorgon is great for: When you want distance driver speed but not distance driver fade Throwing anhyzers that don’t fight against you Players that don’t like super wide rims Those needing a longer fairway driver Lengthy low ceiling shots How will I throw it? In lighter weights, this disc could come in handy for beginners looking to tack on distance. Intermediate players will really benefit from this disc’s turning ease. For advance or power throwers, the Gorgon would likely be limited to specific turnover situations.

If you prefer a more understated flight plate, step up to the Innova Bottom Stamp Star Mako3. Its clean, simple look pairs well with the disc’s smooth, neutral flight. How the Mako3 disc feels: The Mako3’s thin rim makes grip and release natural for any sized hands. And, after only a few throws your body will instinctively reach for it. Dome can range from pretty flat to noticeable. Star Mako3 Flight Numbers: 5 / 5 / 0 / 0 How the Star Mako3 flies: The Mako3 is a neutral flying large diameter mid range disc, and it is perhaps the easiest disc to fly straight from the get-go. It’s got excellent glide and minimal fade at flight’s end. For moderate conditions, especially in the woods, the Mako3 can easily be your most used disc for medium length drives and approaches. Very versatile, especially for any must-hit-gap shot. Star plastic: If you take the best qualities of all of Innova’s plastics and combine them into one plastic, you get the Star line. All skill levels. Pros, especially pack their bag with Star plastic. Best combination of grip, durability and performance. Great for: Laser-beam-straight medium length drives and approaches Reliable anhyzer throws right out of the box. One-disc rounds. How will I throw it?: Beginner to intermediate players will see straight flights with a moderate fade at flight’s end. As they become more accustomed to the disc, they will experience an even straighter finish. Advanced players will see very straight flights from the start and as it ages it will become more and more of a turnover disc.

Prefer the simplicity of a disc with a blank canvas? The Innova Bottom Stamp Star Charger, with its slightly overstable flight, is it. Super fast too. At a blistering 13 speed, it separates itself from the herd in a hurry! How it feels: Noticeable dome. Wide rim in premium Star plastic provides lots of prime mutton to grip. Innova Charger Flight numbers:  13 / 5 / -1 / 2 How the Charger flies: During mild and tailwind conditions you’ll experience a very fast, straight flight, followed by slight turn, and ending with a hefty fade. Go ahead and force it anhyzer. It will still come out. Watch the Charger valiantly fight back during medium-force headwind shots. Overall, it’s a very tightly tuned disc. For you sidearm specialists, give it a go. Put a little stank on it without the worry of a cut roll. Star Plastic: If you take the best qualities of all of Innova’s plastics and combine them into one plastic, you get the Star line. Grip. Performance. Durability. It’s all included in Star plastic. Though not as overstable as Champion, it still has enough bite to handle your full-send heaves. It’s the preferred plastic for drivers. What it can do for your game: Regain your confidence in a full send Rely on it equally for backhand and forehand bombs How will I throw it? The Charger is designed for advanced skilled players. Average caliber arms will benefit from long flights with formidable fade out of the box. And expect even longer flights once it beats in. Big arms will be able to use this disc as a utility distance driver from the get-go. Great for: Long hzyer shots Big forced anhyzers Sidearm specialists Skip shots Pick up an Innova Charger if … A beat-in Shryke turns over too easily, but you’re not interested in the extra beef of a Destroyer or Boss.

The Tern is a fast, slightly understable disc that is designed for long shot shaping throws with a flight path that maximizes glide.

The Innova Star Shark is a stable mid range disc that has as many purposes as its namesake has teeth (which is a lot). Great all-around disc for medium length shots for all disc golfers. How it feels: Beadless. Classic mid range feel. Nothing to gripe about here. Most have at least a modest amount of dome. Shark Flight numbers: 4 / 4 / 0 / 2 How the Shark flies: The Shark is a stable to overstable large diameter mid range disc. Innova Co-founder and Disc Inventor Dave Dunipace designed it to be a less overstable Roc, which means it can stretch out for longer flights and it makes hzyer and anhyzer lines easier to execute. That said, it still has enough fade to keep the ending of its flight predictable. At the appropriate weight, it’s a useful mid range for any skilled player, even beginners. VTech Pioneer: The origins of Innova’s VTech technology have been around since the Shark was created in 1989. VTech discs have a convex shaped rim which helps with torque resistance (longer, straighter flights) and minimal fade for flatter landings. Star plastic Star plastic gives the best of both worlds: incredible durability while maintaining a grippy feel in the hand. In terms of stability it sits in between DX and Champion. The Star Shark is great for: Those looking for new disc that flies like a beat-in Roc Medium length straight shots with a noticeable fade ending Dutiful hyzers Turnover anhyzers when seasoned How will I throw it?: Beginners will see straight-ish flights in lighter weights with a noticeable fade a flight’s end. Intermediates will see straighter flights with less of a fade dump and will be able to perform anhyzer lines. Advanced players will be able to construct various lines with moderate to minimal fade.

The Innova Star Rollo puts the roller shot in the hands of … everyone! With its easy handling and automatic turnover flight, even those with less power can perform sure fire rollers and automatic anhyzers right out of the box.How this Large Diameter Mid Range disc feels: Beaded. Fairly flat. It’s like a cross between a Stingray and a Wombat3.Star Rollo Flight numbers: 5 / 6 / -4 / 1How it flies: Gone are the days of waiting to break-in that perfect understable disc. Just put some pop on a flat release and sure enough, The Rollo dives into a roll as advertised. Add some hyzer on it and, poof, you’ve got instant hyzer flips. If you’ve struggled to find a late turning disc, this could be it. Just apply ample hzyer and you’re golden. AM’s will love this disc not only for its rolling abilities, but also for its ability to get out of trouble when space is tight in the woods.Great for:Those without a sidearmLow ceiling shotsThose who haven’t had much luck with the roller in the pastStandstill scramblesHow will I throw it? This disc is not made for big power throwers. However, those with low to average power will feel like this disc was made exactly for them. Give it a try and you’ll find that all of a sudden you have a roller shot to add to your repertoire. Just remember, if you can’t get there by air, Rollo it!

Greetings earthlings! It’s time to make contact with the Innova Star Alien, the saucer shaped multipurpose disc that’s great for a host of controlled, measured throws that stop precisely.How this large diameter disc feels: The upper half has a Sonic look and feel with its domey top and familiar fastback grooves. The bottom half though, is equipped with a thicker, more modern-day mid-range rim.Star Alien Flight numbers: 4 / 2 / 0 / 1How it flies: With a flat release in fair conditions, the Alien flies straight 200-300 feet (depending on arm speed), and then torpedoes down - it's signature move. Once its flight ends, it practically falls off the table.Because of its low carry, Innova Co-Founder and Disc Inventor Dave Dunipace says the Alien is ideal for “Ranging,” meaning it does a better job landing where you aim.Versatile flightShort Drives | Mid Range Hyzer or Anhyzer | Backhand or Forehand approachesMultipurpose: Everyone can find a place for this disc even as a putter because this flying saucer loves to crash land in the chains.Great for:One disc rounds (for shorter courses)Drop and stop throws needed for island holes and other perilous landing areas.Touch anhyzer approaches, where there’s trouble behindFull power anny’s that comeback as faithfully as a Twilight Zone rerunsShort forehand approachesHow will I throw it? Experienced players with substantial power will enjoy manipulating the Alien for everything from short drives to baby approaches. Those with less arm speed may be surprised at the disc’s overstable finish, but after some practice this disc will get lots of round reps.

The Innova Charger is a slightly overstable maximum distance driver that unloads a big hit on the fairway. At a blistering 13 speed, it separates itself from the herd in a hurry!How it feels: Noticeable dome. Wide rim in premium Star plastic provides lots of prime mutton to grip.Innova Charger Flight numbers:  13 / 5 / -1 / 2How the Charger flies: During mild and tailwind conditions you’ll experience a very fast, straight flight, followed by slight turn, and ending with a hefty fade. Go ahead and force it anhyzer. It will still come out. Watch the Charger valiantly fight back during medium-force headwind shots. Overall, it’s a very tightly tuned disc.For you sidearm specialists, give it a go. Put a little stank on it without the worry of a cut roll.What it can do for your game: Regain your confidence in a full sendRely on it equally for backhand and forehand bombsHow will I throw it? The Charger is designed for advanced skilled players. Average caliber arms will benefit from long flights with formidable fade out of the box. And expect even longer flights once it beats in. Big arms will be able to use this disc as a utility distance driver from the get-go.Great for: Long hzyer shotsBig forced anhyzersSidearm specialistsSkip shotsPick up an Innova Charger if … A beat-in Shryke turns over too easily, but you’re not interested in the extra beef of a Destroyer or Boss.