The Discraft Zone is the gold standard for a reliable, overstable approach disc. Tried and true, the Zone features a torque-resistant, overstable flight.
Discraft says this about the Zone: "Advanced players love the overstable, low-profiled Zone putter. Will hold the line without flipping on long approaches, and delivers predictable putts even in windy conditions."
There’s not much debate—the Discraft Zone is the gold standard for an overstable approach disc. It’s by far the most popular choice for filling this slot in the bag. Not that the Zone is the only option, but it has survived the test of time and secured a place in the bags of many champions. Furthermore, Discraft makes the Zone in many plastics and weights, allowing you to fine-tune your preferences.
The Zone is known for its consistency even in windy conditions. Its torque resistance and overstable finish give you the confidence needed to successfully approach the green. Its flat top and low profile promote a comfortable grip and clean release, especially for forehand shots. Try one and see why the Zone is so popular yet hard to replicate.
The Faylor Lake Discraft Zone
Flight Metrics
Speed
The velocity required to reach a disc's optimal flight path. Range: 1 to 15.
Glide
The measure of lift generated by a disc to stay aloft. Range: 1 to 7.
Turn
The velocity, relative to the speed of the disc, required to cause the disc to turn with the direction of spin. Range: +1 to -5.
Fade
The low-velocity stability that causes a disc to hook at the end of its flight. Range: 0 to 5.
If I were forced to play with only 3 discs, I would choose this one as well - versatile for throwing in a variety of situations, very predictable and multifunctional
I snagged Faylor Lake fundraiser JBZ FLX Glo for my glow bag and quickly realized it's going to be a staple in my main bag. Plastic feels incredible on this run, slightly chalky but still slick and premium at the same time. Flies great, slightly pushy on hyzer but reliable on flat still. Feels amazing for forehand and backhand
I prefer the putter plastic Zone. Stable with out being too stable. Thrown flat or with a little anhyzer it is stable enough to fight back but not so stable it doesn't want to fly. Great for forehand thouch and approach shots or a straight 250 with some fade. Plastic makes a big difference. if you looking for the beef go with the premium blend. somthing more workable for lower speeds the putter plastic is the win.
My new go to for the short game, I picked this up to fill the gap between my putters and my mids, the elite z is overstable and good for forehand and backhand, the jaw breaker is the same but straighter and sits where it hits I carry a minimum of 2-3 at all times now in different stages of wear. You won’t be disappointed if you get some
Best approach disc by far got it in the z plastic and the jawbreaker, the jawbreaker is a straighter flight than the z but the z is straight on forehand shot and sits where it lands
I bag the Hammes Tour Series Bottom Stamp. I love the flat plate and the torque resistance. This disc can be smoked backhand and it still fights out of any turn at all. It can be thrown forehand in almost a tomahawk angle and still land flat on its bottom and stick right where you want it. It can be thrown in a flat forehand for an easy 200'. I keep this disc in my putter pouch because i tend to go to it a lot to get me out of the woods, or for tricky approaches to a basket around foliage. I have to remind myself that i have other discs that i can go to because this disc is just so versatile.
Best Approach Disc - Found My Favorite Plastic Blend
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Jul 21, 2023
I've tried the Zone in 3 different plastics, and this one is my Goldilocks. I love the grip/feel of the Big Z, but the FLX makes it feel so much better to forehand. It's still a bit puddle-topped, so it's just as beefy as you want in a Zone. I've already purchased multiple back-ups, highly recommend depending on your feel preference.
In ESP plastic, the Zone is reliably overstable and workable. You don't have to worry about it turning over too far on a flex line, but it also has a less aggressive dump to the left at the end of its flight than in the Z or Cryztal plastic.
If you find the Z line Zone too overstable for your approach needs, try a slightly beaten ESP Zone.
Rim Width: 1.2 cm Rim Depth: 1.3 cm *Not actual profile image.
