The Innova Commander is a 5-speed overstable midrange. With published flight numbers of 5 / 3 / 0 / 4, it is most often described as suited for short-range overstable midrange shots, hyzer-line fades in headwinds.
Overview
The Commander is a large-diameter Innova midrange rated 5/3/0/4.[1][3] Infinite Discs calls it overstable and describes it as a stable-to-overstable short-range flyer with a slow fade; its reviewer average is 5.2/3.2/0/3.8.[3] The PDGA lists a 21.8 cm diameter, 2.2 cm height, 1.2 cm rim depth and 1.4 cm rim thickness, with a 180.9 g maximum weight.[2] Infinite Discs lists it as beadless.[3]
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
Infinite Discs recommends the Commander for intermediate and advanced players.[3] u/IsaacSam98 calls it a very overstable, large-diameter midrange and compares it to a flat, super-overstable VRoc, which points to forehand and backhand shots that need a dependable fade.[1]
Best for:
- Short-range overstable midrange shots
- Hyzer-line fades in headwinds
- Approaches that need a reliable hard finish
Community notes — how players actually use this disc
Plastics & variants
The Commander is available in the following plastic blends from Innova:
Currently no information
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 Commander on November 20, 2015 under certification number 15-75.[2] u/IsaacSam98 lists it as a 2015 disc and calls it a pro-shop exclusive that never saw full production, made in limited batches on Innova's pro shop, and says he has never seen one on coverage.[1] Infinite Discs gives a 180 g maximum weight in its description, matching the PDGA's 180.9 g.[2][3] No source consulted names a designer or a complete plastic list.
Notable throwers
Currently no information
How it compares
How the Commander 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 Commander | 5 / 3 / 0 / 4 | Overstable | 1.4 cm |
| Innova VRoc | 4 / 4 / 0 / 1 | Stable | 1.4 cm |
| Innova Cro | 5 / 3 / 0 / 2 | Slightly Overstable | 1.3 cm |
| Dynamic Discs Verdict | 5 / 4 / 0 / 3.5 | Very Overstable | 1.5 cm |
References & further reading
- How to read disc golf flight numbers — Discpedia primer
- PDGA Approved Disc List — search for "Commander" to find the Innova Commander entry (PDGA-approved 2015)
- 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.
- u/IsaacSam98 — A Quick Guide to Every Single Innova Disc, Part 11 (Whale–Shryke, 2015–2017; used with permission)
- Commander — PDGA Equipment Certification (approval date, dimensions, max weight)
- Innova Commander — Infinite Discs (flight numbers, description)
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