Discraft Sting

Discraft Sting – Understable Fairway Glide Machine

The Discraft Sting is a control-oriented fairway driver originally released as the 2017 Ace Race disc. With flight ratings of 7 | 5 | -2 | 1, the Sting offers an easy-to-throw, understable flight that gives beginners and lower arm speed players more distance without sacrificing control. It has a Discraft stability rating of 0.0, which means it’s built to fly straight with minimal effort.

Whether you’re new to disc golf or looking for a finesse driver to shape lines in the woods, the Sting’s high glide and gentle fade make it a go-to for dead-straight shots, smooth hyzer flips, or even touch anhyzers. Intermediate players will find it especially useful for tunnel shots, tailwind drives, and powered-down accuracy throws.

Why Choose the Sting?

• Beginner-Friendly: Understable and easy to control for developing players.
• Straight Flights: Minimal fade and -2 turn allow clean hyzer flips and finesse shots.
• Great Glide: The 5 glide rating keeps the Sting in the air for longer distances.
• Light Torque Sensitivity: Ideal for smooth releases and shaping lines in the woods.
• Discraft Ace Race Disc: Proven design that won over players worldwide in 2017.

Flight Ratings:

• Speed: 7
• Glide: 5
• Turn: -2
• Fade: 1

Who Should Throw the Sting?

• New Players: Get more distance without needing high power.
• Casual Throwers: Perfect for controlled fairway shots and line shaping.
• Wooded Course Players: Excellent for weaving through tight gaps and hitting straight lines.
• Fans of High Glide: Floaty, effortless flights that push forward with ease.

Want a slightly more stable option? Check out the Discraft Cicada. Or if you’re looking for a fairway disc with extra torque resistance, the Discraft Raptor is a great choice.

FAQs

Q: Is the Sting good for forehand throws?

A: The Sting can be used forehand, but its understable nature makes it best suited for smooth, low-power flicks or turnover backhand lines.

Q: What plastic types is the Sting available in?

A: The Sting is commonly available in Z Line and ESP plastics, offering a balance of grip, durability, and performance.

Float down the fairway with ease—add the Discraft Sting to your bag and enjoy effortless control and glide.