Discraft Disc Golf Z Line Machete Distance Driver 11/4/0/4 - Choose Exact Disc
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SKU: DG-DC-MCH-ZLN (REF268-14)
Description
The Discraft Z Line Machete distance driver is a low-profile meathook driver, molded in Z Line plastic. It's built for players who need predictable headwind control, and it's at its best on headwind drives, hyzers, and flex shots. If you're shopping for a dependable Machete for your bag, this Z Line run is a great place to start.
Z Plastic
Z is Discraft's flagship hard, translucent, and glossy plastic. It offers maximum durability, resists wear and tear, and holds its original flight stability for years. Discraft's recent Z refresh gives it an enhanced look and feel while keeping the same trusted flight, so your Machete will fly the same way for a long time.
The Mold
The Machete is built to slice through headwinds with unparalleled predictability. Use it with brute force to manage upwind shots, or like a scalpel for on-demand placement on a hyzer or flex shot.
Stability
The Machete is overstable. Overstable discs resist turning over and fade hard at the end, which makes them predictable in wind and at high power. For right-hand backhand (RHBH) throwers, it resists turning over and finishes with a strong, dependable fade to the left. Left-hand backhand (LHBH) throwers will see the mirror image, with that hard fade finishing to the right. Forehand flights flip that pattern: right-hand forehand (RHFH) follows the LHBH line and left-hand forehand (LHFH) follows the RHBH line. It's best suited to intermediate and advanced players, and it's a valuable utility disc for anyone who plays in wind.
Flight Numbers
| Rating | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 11 | Distance-driver speed that needs good arm speed to fly as rated. |
| Glide | 4 | Moderate glide that carries without sailing past the target. |
| Turn | 0 | No high-speed turn, so it holds its line early in flight. |
| Fade | 4 | A strong, reliable fade to the left (RHBH) at the end of the flight. |
Flight Chart
Discs That Pair Well With the Machete
- Discraft Z Line Nuke (13/5/-1/3): One of the most popular distance drivers in the world.
- Discraft Z Line Hades (12/6/-3/2): Paul McBeth's understable driver for easy max distance.
- Discraft Z Line Undertaker (9/5/-1/2): An overstable fairway driver for control in the wind.
- Discraft Z Line Athena (7/5/0/2): An overstable fairway driver for control in the wind.
FAQ
Is the Discraft Machete good for beginners?
No. It's a meathook driver built for headwinds and placement.
Is the Discraft Machete overstable?
Yes. The Machete is overstable, rated 11/4/0/4, so it resists turning over and finishes with a dependable fade.
What's the difference between Z and ESP plastic?
Z is harder, translucent, and glossy, with maximum durability. ESP is opaque and swirled with a gummy-yet-firm, tacky grip.
What disc is similar to the Discraft Machete?
The Discraft Flick (12/3/1/5) is an even more overstable meathook driver.
How far does the Discraft Machete fly?
With an average arm, expect roughly 375 feet. Distance depends heavily on your power and form, so stronger throwers will go farther and newer players shorter.
Description
The Discraft Z Line Machete distance driver is a low-profile meathook driver, molded in Z Line plastic. It's built for players who need predictable headwind control, and it's at its best on headwind drives, hyzers, and flex shots. If you're shopping for a dependable Machete for your bag, this Z Line run is a great place to start.
Z Plastic
Z is Discraft's flagship hard, translucent, and glossy plastic. It offers maximum durability, resists wear and tear, and holds its original flight stability for years. Discraft's recent Z refresh gives it an enhanced look and feel while keeping the same trusted flight, so your Machete will fly the same way for a long time.
The Mold
The Machete is built to slice through headwinds with unparalleled predictability. Use it with brute force to manage upwind shots, or like a scalpel for on-demand placement on a hyzer or flex shot.
Stability
The Machete is overstable. Overstable discs resist turning over and fade hard at the end, which makes them predictable in wind and at high power. For right-hand backhand (RHBH) throwers, it resists turning over and finishes with a strong, dependable fade to the left. Left-hand backhand (LHBH) throwers will see the mirror image, with that hard fade finishing to the right. Forehand flights flip that pattern: right-hand forehand (RHFH) follows the LHBH line and left-hand forehand (LHFH) follows the RHBH line. It's best suited to intermediate and advanced players, and it's a valuable utility disc for anyone who plays in wind.
Flight Numbers
| Rating | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 11 | Distance-driver speed that needs good arm speed to fly as rated. |
| Glide | 4 | Moderate glide that carries without sailing past the target. |
| Turn | 0 | No high-speed turn, so it holds its line early in flight. |
| Fade | 4 | A strong, reliable fade to the left (RHBH) at the end of the flight. |
Flight Chart
Discs That Pair Well With the Machete
- Discraft Z Line Nuke (13/5/-1/3): One of the most popular distance drivers in the world.
- Discraft Z Line Hades (12/6/-3/2): Paul McBeth's understable driver for easy max distance.
- Discraft Z Line Undertaker (9/5/-1/2): An overstable fairway driver for control in the wind.
- Discraft Z Line Athena (7/5/0/2): An overstable fairway driver for control in the wind.
FAQ
Is the Discraft Machete good for beginners?
No. It's a meathook driver built for headwinds and placement.
Is the Discraft Machete overstable?
Yes. The Machete is overstable, rated 11/4/0/4, so it resists turning over and finishes with a dependable fade.
What's the difference between Z and ESP plastic?
Z is harder, translucent, and glossy, with maximum durability. ESP is opaque and swirled with a gummy-yet-firm, tacky grip.
What disc is similar to the Discraft Machete?
The Discraft Flick (12/3/1/5) is an even more overstable meathook driver.
How far does the Discraft Machete fly?
With an average arm, expect roughly 375 feet. Distance depends heavily on your power and form, so stronger throwers will go farther and newer players shorter.