The Discraft Avenger SS is a 10-speed very understable distance driver. With published flight numbers of 10 / 5 / -3 / 1, it is most often described as suited for beginner-friendly distance drives, backhand and forehand rollers.
Overview
The Discraft Avenger SS is a 10/5/-3/1 very understable distance driver.[1] Discraft markets it as a 'Distance Driver for the rest of us,' with long glide and easy control, and says a hard, flat throw ends in a slight fade and a smooth, gentle finish.[1] Inside the Circle calls it one of the more beginner-friendly distance drivers on the market.[4]
Flight characteristics
Flight numbers describe the published behavior of the disc when thrown at its design speed. Real-world flight varies with plastic, weight, age, and thrower power. The community-averaged numbers above reflect crowd-sourced observations from real throws — typically slightly more understable than the manufacturer's published values, which is the most consistent pattern across nearly every commercial mold.
Recommended uses
New players can use the Avenger SS as a first step up from control drivers.[4] Liz Carr-Sypien of Team Discraft uses it for rollers, big turnovers and low flip-ups.[1] Inside the Circle also rates it for hyzer flips, uphill shots and tailwinds, and warns that it can flip when released with too much power and anhyzer.[4]
Best for:
- Beginner-friendly distance drives
- Backhand and forehand rollers
- Big anhyzer turnover shots
- Tailwind drives
Community notes — how players actually use this disc
Plastics & variants
The Avenger SS is available in the following plastic blends from Discraft:[1]
ESP, Z, ESP FLX, Titanium, Big Z, CryZtal, Z Glo
Plastic blend significantly affects flight character. Premium plastics like Champion, Z, or C-Line generally fly more overstable when fresh and hold their stability over time. Base plastics like DX, Pro, or Active beat in faster and become more understable workhorses with use.
History
The PDGA approved the Avenger SS on February 21, 2008, with certification number 08-04.[3] It came about three years after the original Avenger, an overstable driver first approved on May 3, 2005.[2] Elaine King of Team Discraft says she once had to beat up an Avenger to get her best distance, while the Avenger SS flies straight and far with no working in.[1]
Notable throwers
Liz Carr-Sypien, Elaine King
Frequently asked questions
Is the Avenger SS good for beginners?
Yes, Inside the Circle calls the Avenger SS a great entry-level distance driver for beginners looking for maximum distance.[4] The same review says it suits new players moving up from control drivers, and that faster arms can overpower it.[4]
Is the Avenger SS understable?
Yes, the Avenger SS is very understable, with -3 turn and 1 fade.[1] It can turn over if you release it with too much power and anhyzer.[4]
Is the Avenger SS good for rollers?
Yes, Liz Carr-Sypien calls it her favorite roller disc.[1] Inside the Circle also says it works extremely well for rollers and that many pros who skip it for normal shots use it for them.[4]
Who throws the Avenger SS?
Team Discraft's Liz Carr-Sypien and Elaine King both endorse the Avenger SS on Discraft's product page.[1] Carr-Sypien uses it for rollers, turnovers and flip-ups, and King says it flies straight and far right out of the box.[1]
How it compares
How the Avenger SS lines up against the discs players most often weigh it against, using each manufacturer's published flight numbers.
| Disc | Speed / Glide / Turn / Fade | Stability | Rim width |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discraft Avenger SS | 10 / 5 / -3 / 1 | Very Understable | 2.2 cm |
| Innova Monarch | 10 / 5 / -4 / 1 | Very Understable | 2.1 cm |
| Innova Sidewinder | 9 / 5 / -3 / 1 | Very Understable | 2.1 cm |
| Innova Mamba | 11 / 6 / -5 / 1 | Very Understable | 2.1 cm |
| Discraft Heat | 9 / 6 / -3 / 1 | Understable | 1.9 cm |
References & further reading
- How to read disc golf flight numbers — Discpedia primer
- PDGA Approved Disc List — search for "Avenger SS" to find the Discraft Avenger SS entry (PDGA-approved 2008)
- Discraft official site — manufacturer product page
Sources
Content on this page has been cross-checked against the following sources. Numbered citations in the prose above link to the matching entry here.
- Avenger SS — Discraft official product page
- Discraft Avenger — Disc Golf Dojo
- Avenger-SS — PDGA Equipment Certification
- Discraft Avenger SS Review — Inside the Circle
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