The Dynamic Discs Culprit is a 4-speed very overstable putt & approach. With published flight numbers of 4 / 2 / 0 / 3.5, it is most often described as suited for headwind approach shots, upshots needing a hard fade.
Overview
The Culprit is a Dynamic Discs approach disc rated 4/2/0/3.5 and classed as very overstable by Infinite Discs.[2][3][4] The PDGA lists a 21.3 cm diameter, 1.6 cm height, 1.3 cm rim depth and 1.2 cm rim width, with a 176.8 g maximum weight.[1] Dynamic Discs describes a low profile and small diameter, says it holds up well in a headwind and suits any arm speed, and says Lucid plastic is slightly more overstable than Fuzion.[4] Retailers label it a putt and approach disc or an overstable midrange.[2][5]
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
Dynamic Discs says the Culprit holds up well in a headwind and suits any arm speed.[4] Chris Clemons is quoted by Gotta Go Gotta Throw calling it a lower-profile, more torque-resistant upshot disc that works forehand and backhand.[5] Marshall Street calls it an overstable approach disc.[3]
Best for:
- Headwind approach shots
- Upshots needing a hard fade
- Torque-resistant forehand and backhand approaches
- Controlled finishing fade
Community notes — how players actually use this disc
Plastics & variants
The Culprit is available in the following plastic blends from Dynamic Discs:[4]
Fuzion, Hybrid, Lucid, Lucid-X, Prime
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 Culprit on April 11, 2022 under certification number 22-53 and notes it was the 2022 US Amateur Matchplay disc.[1] Dynamic Discs lists the same certification number.[4] Plastic options listed by Infinite Discs include Fuzion, Hybrid, Lucid, Lucid-X and Prime lines with several special finishes.[2] Gotta Go Gotta Throw lists a 2022 Team Series Chris Clemons Lucid-X Culprit, a limited edition with a Mandala stamp.[5] Infinite Discs rounds the maximum weight to 176 g against the PDGA's 176.8 g.[1][2] No source consulted names a designer.
Notable throwers
Chris Clemons (2022 Team Series Lucid-X Culprit)
How it compares
How the Culprit 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dynamic Discs Culprit | 4 / 2 / 0 / 3.5 | Very Overstable | 1.2 cm |
| Discraft Zone | 4 / 3 / 0 / 3 | Very Overstable | 1.2 cm |
| Westside Harp | 4 / 3 / 0 / 3 | Very Overstable | 1.1 cm |
| Prodigy PA-3 | 3 / 3 / 0 / 1 | Stable | 1 cm |
References & further reading
- How to read disc golf flight numbers — Discpedia primer
- PDGA Approved Disc List — search for "Culprit" to find the Dynamic Discs Culprit entry (PDGA-approved 2022)
- Dynamic Discs 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.
- Culprit — PDGA Equipment Certification (approval date, dimensions, max weight)
- Dynamic Discs Culprit — Infinite Discs (flight numbers, plastics)
- Fuzion DyeMax Culprit — Marshall Street Disc Golf
- Lucid Culprit — Dynamic Discs
- 2022 Team Series Chris Clemons Lucid-X Culprit — Gotta Go Gotta Throw
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