Discraft Disc Golf ESP FLX Heat Distance Driver 9/6/-3/1 - Choose Exact Disc
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Discraft
SKU: DG-DC-ESFL-HEA (REF270-31)
Description
The Discraft ESP FLX Heat distance driver is an easy-distance driver for new and developing players, molded in ESP FLX plastic. It's built for new and developing players, and it's at its best on control, glide, and distance at slower arm speeds. If you're shopping for a dependable Heat for your bag, this ESP FLX run is a great place to start.
ESP FLX Plastic
ESP FLX combines the soft, grippy feel of ESP with the flex and durability of FLX. It's ideal for cold weather and wet conditions, and Discraft says these discs maintain their structure and stability all year long. That makes this Heat a great pick for Michigan winters.
The Mold
The Heat debuted as the 2014 Ace Race proto and caught fire with players for its control, glide, and distance at slower arm speeds. It has a smaller rim for easier grip and is hailed as a breakthrough in distance for new and developing players.
Stability
The Heat is 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 at the end. 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 | Distance-driver speed that needs good arm speed to fly as rated. |
| Glide | 6 | Huge glide that floats a long way with little effort. |
| Turn | -3 | Noticeable turn to the right (RHBH) at speed, great for turnovers and hyzer-flips. |
| Fade | 1 | Very little fade, so it finishes nearly straight. |
Flight Chart
Other Heat Discs Available
Looking for a different plastic, stamp, or player edition? Here are the other Heat listings in our shop.
| Product | Plastic | Flight Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Big Z Heat | Big Z | 9/6/-3/1 |
| Paul McBeth Signature ESP Heat | ESP | 9/6/-3/1 |
| Recycled ESP Heat | Recycled ESP | 9/6/-3/1 |
| Seasonal Mega-Glo Heat | Mega-Glo | 9/6/-3/1 |
| X Line Heat | X Line | 9/6/-3/1 |
| Z Line Fly Dye Heat | Z Fly Dye | 9/6/-3/1 |
| Z Line Heat | Z | 9/6/-3/1 |
| Z Lite Heat | Z Lite | 9/6/-3/1 |
Discs That Pair Well With the Heat
- Discraft ESP Force (12/5/0/3): An overstable distance driver for power and headwinds.
- Discraft ESP FLX Nuke (13/5/-1/3): One of the most popular distance drivers in the world.
- Discraft ESP FLX Undertaker (9/5/-1/2): An overstable fairway driver for control in the wind.
- Discraft ESP Passion (8/5/-1/1): An understable fairway driver for easy distance and turnovers.
FAQ
Is the Discraft Heat good for beginners?
Yes. Discraft calls the Heat a breakthrough in distance for new and developing players.
Is the Discraft Heat overstable?
No. The Heat is understable, rated 9/6/-3/1. Its turn makes it a better fit for turnovers and hyzer-flips than hard fades.
What's the difference between ESP FLX and ESP plastic?
ESP FLX adds flexibility to ESP's grippy feel, making it better in cold and wet conditions. Standard ESP is firmer.
What disc is similar to the Discraft Heat?
The Discraft Avenger SS (10/5/-3/1) is a faster understable driver with less glide.
How far does the Discraft Heat 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 Discraft ESP FLX Heat distance driver is an easy-distance driver for new and developing players, molded in ESP FLX plastic. It's built for new and developing players, and it's at its best on control, glide, and distance at slower arm speeds. If you're shopping for a dependable Heat for your bag, this ESP FLX run is a great place to start.
ESP FLX Plastic
ESP FLX combines the soft, grippy feel of ESP with the flex and durability of FLX. It's ideal for cold weather and wet conditions, and Discraft says these discs maintain their structure and stability all year long. That makes this Heat a great pick for Michigan winters.
The Mold
The Heat debuted as the 2014 Ace Race proto and caught fire with players for its control, glide, and distance at slower arm speeds. It has a smaller rim for easier grip and is hailed as a breakthrough in distance for new and developing players.
Stability
The Heat is 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 at the end. 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 | Distance-driver speed that needs good arm speed to fly as rated. |
| Glide | 6 | Huge glide that floats a long way with little effort. |
| Turn | -3 | Noticeable turn to the right (RHBH) at speed, great for turnovers and hyzer-flips. |
| Fade | 1 | Very little fade, so it finishes nearly straight. |
Flight Chart
Other Heat Discs Available
Looking for a different plastic, stamp, or player edition? Here are the other Heat listings in our shop.
| Product | Plastic | Flight Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Big Z Heat | Big Z | 9/6/-3/1 |
| Paul McBeth Signature ESP Heat | ESP | 9/6/-3/1 |
| Recycled ESP Heat | Recycled ESP | 9/6/-3/1 |
| Seasonal Mega-Glo Heat | Mega-Glo | 9/6/-3/1 |
| X Line Heat | X Line | 9/6/-3/1 |
| Z Line Fly Dye Heat | Z Fly Dye | 9/6/-3/1 |
| Z Line Heat | Z | 9/6/-3/1 |
| Z Lite Heat | Z Lite | 9/6/-3/1 |
Discs That Pair Well With the Heat
- Discraft ESP Force (12/5/0/3): An overstable distance driver for power and headwinds.
- Discraft ESP FLX Nuke (13/5/-1/3): One of the most popular distance drivers in the world.
- Discraft ESP FLX Undertaker (9/5/-1/2): An overstable fairway driver for control in the wind.
- Discraft ESP Passion (8/5/-1/1): An understable fairway driver for easy distance and turnovers.
FAQ
Is the Discraft Heat good for beginners?
Yes. Discraft calls the Heat a breakthrough in distance for new and developing players.
Is the Discraft Heat overstable?
No. The Heat is understable, rated 9/6/-3/1. Its turn makes it a better fit for turnovers and hyzer-flips than hard fades.
What's the difference between ESP FLX and ESP plastic?
ESP FLX adds flexibility to ESP's grippy feel, making it better in cold and wet conditions. Standard ESP is firmer.
What disc is similar to the Discraft Heat?
The Discraft Avenger SS (10/5/-3/1) is a faster understable driver with less glide.
How far does the Discraft Heat 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.