Prodigy Disc Golf 500 FX-4 Fairway Driver 9/5/-2/2 - Choose Exact Disc
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SKU: DG-PDG-500-FX4 (REF2630-4)
Description
The Prodigy 500 FX-4 fairway driver is a fast, slightly understable fairway driver, molded in 500 plastic. It's built for newer players and anyone who wants easy distance and turnovers, and it's at its best on long, straight fairway drives. If you're shopping for a dependable FX-4 for your bag, this 500 run is a great place to start.
500 Plastic
500 is a premium blend with a less gummy feel than 400, giving an extremely confident grip and a stiffer flight plate that balances flex and firmness. Its uniquely pearlescent finish adds another visual element, and it's a great choice for heavy woods.
The Mold
The FX-4 is a fast, stable to slightly understable fairway driver. With a wider rim than the F series, it carries more speed down the fairway. Power players will see some movement right (RHBH), while lower arm speeds get a straight ride with a mild finish.
Stability
The FX-4 is stable-to-understable. Understable discs turn away from your throwing arm at speed, making turnovers and hyzer-flips easier and helping lower-power players fly straight. For right-hand backhand (RHBH) throwers, it tends to drift right during the fastest part of its flight, then shows a gentle fade back to the left. Left-hand backhand (LHBH) throwers will see the mirror image, drifting left early and fading right at the end. Forehand flights flip that pattern: right-hand forehand (RHFH) follows the LHBH line and left-hand forehand (LHFH) follows the RHBH line. It suits beginners who need help getting straight flights as well as advanced players who want to shape turnovers.
Flight Numbers
| Rating | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 9 | Fairway speed, manageable for most arms. |
| Glide | 5 | Lots of glide to help it stay in the air and add distance. |
| Turn | -2 | Noticeable turn to the right (RHBH) at speed, great for turnovers and hyzer-flips. |
| Fade | 2 | A moderate, dependable fade at the end of the flight. |
Flight Chart
Other FX-4 Discs Available
Looking for a different plastic, stamp, or edition? Here are the other FX-4 listings in our shop.
| Product | Plastic | Flight Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| 400 FX-4 | 400 | 9/5/-2/2 |
| 750 FX-4 | 750 | 9/5/-2/2 |
Discs That Pair Well With the FX-4
- Prodigy 500 F2 (7/5/-1/3): A predictable overstable fairway driver.
- Prodigy 500 F3 (8/5/-2/2): A stable fairway driver for all skill levels.
- Prodigy 500 M4 (5/5/-1/1): An extremely reliable understable midrange.
- Prodigy 300 M1 (5/4/0/3): An extremely reliable overstable midrange.
FAQ
Is the Prodigy FX-4 good for beginners?
Yes. Lower arm speeds get a straight ride with a mild finish.
Is the Prodigy FX-4 overstable?
No. The FX-4 is stable-to-understable, rated 9/5/-2/2. Its turn makes it a better fit for turnovers and easy distance than hard fades.
What's the difference between 500 and 400 plastic?
500 is less gummy with a stiffer flight plate and a pearlescent finish. 400 is grippier, especially when wet.
What disc is similar to the Prodigy FX-4?
The Prodigy 500 FX-3 (9/4/-1.5/2) is a more stable FX-series fairway driver.
How far does the Prodigy FX-4 fly?
With an average arm, expect roughly 345 feet. Distance depends heavily on your power and form, so stronger throwers will go farther and newer players shorter.
Description
The Prodigy 500 FX-4 fairway driver is a fast, slightly understable fairway driver, molded in 500 plastic. It's built for newer players and anyone who wants easy distance and turnovers, and it's at its best on long, straight fairway drives. If you're shopping for a dependable FX-4 for your bag, this 500 run is a great place to start.
500 Plastic
500 is a premium blend with a less gummy feel than 400, giving an extremely confident grip and a stiffer flight plate that balances flex and firmness. Its uniquely pearlescent finish adds another visual element, and it's a great choice for heavy woods.
The Mold
The FX-4 is a fast, stable to slightly understable fairway driver. With a wider rim than the F series, it carries more speed down the fairway. Power players will see some movement right (RHBH), while lower arm speeds get a straight ride with a mild finish.
Stability
The FX-4 is stable-to-understable. Understable discs turn away from your throwing arm at speed, making turnovers and hyzer-flips easier and helping lower-power players fly straight. For right-hand backhand (RHBH) throwers, it tends to drift right during the fastest part of its flight, then shows a gentle fade back to the left. Left-hand backhand (LHBH) throwers will see the mirror image, drifting left early and fading right at the end. Forehand flights flip that pattern: right-hand forehand (RHFH) follows the LHBH line and left-hand forehand (LHFH) follows the RHBH line. It suits beginners who need help getting straight flights as well as advanced players who want to shape turnovers.
Flight Numbers
| Rating | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 9 | Fairway speed, manageable for most arms. |
| Glide | 5 | Lots of glide to help it stay in the air and add distance. |
| Turn | -2 | Noticeable turn to the right (RHBH) at speed, great for turnovers and hyzer-flips. |
| Fade | 2 | A moderate, dependable fade at the end of the flight. |
Flight Chart
Other FX-4 Discs Available
Looking for a different plastic, stamp, or edition? Here are the other FX-4 listings in our shop.
| Product | Plastic | Flight Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| 400 FX-4 | 400 | 9/5/-2/2 |
| 750 FX-4 | 750 | 9/5/-2/2 |
Discs That Pair Well With the FX-4
- Prodigy 500 F2 (7/5/-1/3): A predictable overstable fairway driver.
- Prodigy 500 F3 (8/5/-2/2): A stable fairway driver for all skill levels.
- Prodigy 500 M4 (5/5/-1/1): An extremely reliable understable midrange.
- Prodigy 300 M1 (5/4/0/3): An extremely reliable overstable midrange.
FAQ
Is the Prodigy FX-4 good for beginners?
Yes. Lower arm speeds get a straight ride with a mild finish.
Is the Prodigy FX-4 overstable?
No. The FX-4 is stable-to-understable, rated 9/5/-2/2. Its turn makes it a better fit for turnovers and easy distance than hard fades.
What's the difference between 500 and 400 plastic?
500 is less gummy with a stiffer flight plate and a pearlescent finish. 400 is grippier, especially when wet.
What disc is similar to the Prodigy FX-4?
The Prodigy 500 FX-3 (9/4/-1.5/2) is a more stable FX-series fairway driver.
How far does the Prodigy FX-4 fly?
With an average arm, expect roughly 345 feet. Distance depends heavily on your power and form, so stronger throwers will go farther and newer players shorter.