The Innova Boss is a 13-speed overstable distance driver. With published flight numbers of 13 / 5 / -1 / 3, it is most often described as suited for maximum-distance power drives, max-distance hyzer drives.
Overview
The Innova Boss is a 13/5/-1/3 overstable distance driver and was Innova's first Speed-13 mold.[1][2] The PDGA approved it on August 26, 2008,[3] and David Wiggins Jr. threw the distance world record of 1108.92 feet (338 meters) with one in March 2016.[2] Innova describes it as a fast, stable driver that handles full-power throws and moderate headwinds.[2]
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
Throw the Boss on full-power drives off the tee, into moderate headwinds, and on sidearm distance lines.[2] IsaacSam notes it was designed as a faster Destroyer and is known to run slightly less stable than the Destroyer.[1] Innova says Champion plastic flies more stable than the published numbers suggested, so it updated the flight numbers for that blend.[2] For pure distance, the record throws came from light discs: a 154g R-Pro in 2016 and a 157g Blizzard in 2014.[2][4]
Best for:
- Maximum-distance power drives
- Max-distance hyzer drives
- Power forehand drives
- Headwind shots for big-arm throwers
Community notes — how players actually use this disc
Plastics & variants
The Boss is available in the following plastic blends from Innova:[2]
DX, Pro, R-Pro, Champion, Star, GStar, Halo Star, Blizzard Champion
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 Boss on August 26, 2008,[3] and it was Innova's first 13-speed distance driver.[1][2] In 2012, 16-year-old David Wiggins Jr. broke Christian Sandstrom's 2002 distance record with a 255-meter throw using a Blizzard Boss.[5] Simon Lizotte beat that mark on October 25, 2014, throwing a 157g Blizzard Boss 863.5 feet in Primm, Nevada.[4][5] Wiggins then threw a 154g R-Pro Boss 1108.92 feet in March 2016, and Innova still lists that as the world record.[2] According to IsaacSam, the Boss was Alex Russell's tour series disc and briefly David Feldberg's signature disc, and Ricky Wysocki also threw it.[1]
Notable throwers
David Wiggins Jr. (1108.9ft world record with R-Pro Boss), Simon Lizotte (former record-holder, Blizzard Champion Boss), Calvin Heimburg (Halo Champion Boss), Alex Russell (former tour series), David Feldberg (briefly his signature disc), Ricky Wysocki (historically)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Innova Boss good for beginners?
No, it suits stronger throwers better. Innova names power players and sidearm throwers as its best fit and says advanced players will appreciate its stability.[2]
Is the Boss overstable?
Yes. Its 13/5/-1/3 numbers mean a slight high-speed turn followed by a strong fade, and Innova says it can handle moderate headwinds.[2]
What is the Boss similar to?
The Discraft Nuke has the same 13/5/-1/3 flight numbers. The Innova Destroyer is one speed slower at 12/5/-1/3, and IsaacSam describes the Boss as designed to be a faster Destroyer.[1]
Was the disc golf distance world record thrown with a Boss?
Yes. David Wiggins Jr. threw a 154g R-Pro Boss 1108.92 feet (338 meters) in March 2016, and Innova's Boss page lists that as the current record.[2]
How it compares
How the Boss 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Innova Boss | 13 / 5 / -1 / 3 | Overstable | 2.5 cm |
| Innova Destroyer | 12 / 5 / -1 / 3 | Overstable | 2.5 cm |
| Discraft Force | 12 / 5 / 0 / 3 | Very Overstable | 2.5 cm |
| Discraft Nuke | 13 / 5 / -1 / 3 | Overstable | 2.5 cm |
| Latitude 64 Ballista Pro | 14 / 4 / 0 / 3 | Very Overstable | 2.5 cm |
References & further reading
- How to read disc golf flight numbers — Discpedia primer
- PDGA Approved Disc List — search for "Boss" to find the Innova Boss entry (PDGA-approved 2008)
- Innova 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.
- "Every Single Innova Disc, Part 8 (Destroyer – Groove)" — u/IsaacSam98 on r/discgolf (dedicated Boss chapter)
- Boss — Innova Disc Golf (official manufacturer page)
- Boss — PDGA Equipment Certification
- Distance World Record Shattered! 863 Feet! — Innova Disc Golf
- It's Official — Lizotte's New World Records — PDGA
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