Flight Ratings Guide

These four numbers describe how a disc tends to fly when thrown flat, at fair speed, and in calm conditions. Use them as a compass, not a law—runs, plastics, wear and wind can shift results.

Speed (1–14)

How “fast” a disc needs to be thrown to fly as designed.
Higher = sharper rim, more arm speed/torque needed.
Newer arms: start around speed 7–9 or lower.

Glide (1–7)

How easily the disc stays aloft.
Higher = more carry; often more wind‑sensitive.

Turn (+1 to –5)

High‑speed drift right (RHBH). More negative = more flip.
Reverse directions for LHBH.

Fade (0–5)

Low‑speed finish left (RHBH). Higher = stronger hook.
Pairs with turn to define stability.

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Three flight paths: Understable, Neutral, Overstable.

Overstable: Low/neutral turn (0 to +1) and higher fade (3–5). Trusty into headwinds, predictable finishes.
Stable/Neutral: Small turn (–1 to 0) and modest fade (1–2). Point-and-shoot control.
Understable: More negative turn (–2 to –5) and low fade (0–1). Easy distance for slower arms, hyzer‑flip lines, turnover shots.

Quick chooser

Goal	Try	Typical Numbers
First driver / easy distance	Fairway driver	Speed 7–9 • Glide 4–6 • Turn –1 to –2 • Fade 1–2
Wind-resistant control	Overstable fairway or distance driver	Speed 9–12 • Turn 0 to +1 • Fade 3–4
Straight approach	Neutral midrange or throwing putter	Speed 3–5 • Turn –1 to 0 • Fade 0–1
Reliable finish	Overstable mid/putter	Speed 3–5 • Turn 0 • Fade 2–3

Sample well-known molds

Mold	Type	Speed	Glide	Turn	Fade
Destroyer	Distance Driver	12	5	-1	3
Firebird	Fairway/Driver	9	3	0	4
Buzzz	Midrange	5	4	-1	1
Hex	Midrange	5	5	-1	1
Judge	Putter	2	4	0	1

Ratings are manufacturer-provided targets; runs and plastics vary.

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