Discraft introduces the Prototype ESP Ares, a new high-speed distance driver in the Paul McBeth lineup. Originally teased as “Zeus 2.0,” the Ares is designed to complement—not replace—the Zeus by offering a more overstable, torque-resistant flight with a stronger, more dependable finish.
Zeus vs. Ares: What’s the Difference?
- Zeus: Fast, glidey, workable distance driver
- Ares: More overstable, more torque resistant, more dependable finish
- Throw Zeus when: You want long distance with control and shot shaping
- Throw Ares when: You want added confidence in wind or on harder, more committed powerful lines
The name Ares gives this disc a place of its own within the McBeth lineup while still honoring the foundation that inspired it. Where Zeus established itself as a go to high-speed distance driver, Ares takes that same performance and leans further into control through power.
Overall
The Ares expands the McBeth lineup by giving players a more powerful, wind-resistant option that still feels similar to the Zeus. It’s built for players who want greater control under high power and tougher conditions, making it a situational but valuable addition to a disc golf bag.
Climo Discs Prototype Cliff
Ken Climo, also known as The Champ, has been playing disc golf and frisbee (catch) at Cliff Stephens park in his hometown of Clearwater, FL since he was a kid. Climo estimates that before the course was installed in 1986 he had already logged thousands of throws in the park. From those childhood days, through his entire career and to this very day, Cliff Stephens has been the "Home of the Champ".
The Cliff is the newest putter in the Climo Disc Golf lineup. It is the beadless counterpart to the Champ and offers a straighter flight. The Cliff offers a straighter flight than the Champ. Still with enough reliability to rip it, the Cliff handles power with ease.
The Climo Prototype Cliff is debuting in Swirled version of Trophy Line plastic. Trophy Line plastic is a baseline blend that has a middle-of-the-road stiffness. Not too stiff, not too soft, but just right – just the way “The Champ” likes it.