Westside Disc Golf BT Medium Orbit Shield Putter 3/3/0/1 - Choose Exact Disc
SKU: DG-WD-BTMO-SHI (REF2557-1)
Description
The Westside BT Medium Orbit Shield putter is a small-bead putter, the next step up from the Swan, molded in BT Medium Orbit plastic. It's built for players who want a predictable, reliable flight, and it's at its best on stable approaches and straight putts. Westside Discs is a Finnish brand known for mythology-inspired mold names, molded at Latitude 64's factory in Sweden as part of the Trilogy family alongside Latitude 64 and Dynamic Discs.
BT Medium Orbit Plastic
BT is Westside's grippy, affordable baseline plastic built for putting and short approaches, the counterpart to Latitude 64's Zero and Dynamic Discs' Classic. It always comes in a graded firmness. Medium has balanced firmness and grip, and it's the right starting point if you're new to the line. Orbit is Westside's two-color process with a contrasting rim, which makes the disc easier to follow in the air and find on the ground. No two Orbits are the same.
The Mold
The Shield is the next step up from the Swan: a little thicker with a small bead on the rim. It holds a stable line when thrown as an approach and a straight line into the chains when putting.
Stability
The Shield is stable. Stable discs fly straight for most of their flight and finish with a dependable fade. For right-hand backhand (RHBH) throwers, it flies straight with a reliable fade to the left at the end. Left-hand backhand (LHBH) throwers will see the mirror image, with the 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 suits players of every skill level who want a predictable flight.
Flight Numbers
| Rating | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 3 | Slow putter speed, easy to control without much power. |
| Glide | 3 | Moderate glide that carries without sailing past the target. |
| Turn | 0 | No high-speed turn, so it holds its line early in flight. |
| Fade | 1 | Very little fade, so it finishes nearly straight. |
Flight Chart
Other Shield Discs Available
Looking for a different plastic, stamp, or edition? Here are the other Shield listings in our shop.
| Product | Plastic | Flight Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| BT Hard Burst Shield | BT Hard Burst | 3/3/0/1 |
| BT Soft Burst Shield | BT Soft Burst | 3/3/0/1 |
| Tournament Shield | Tournament | 3/3/0/1 |
Discs That Pair Well With the Shield
- Westside VIP Harp (4/3/0/3): Westside's most reliable overstable approach disc.
- Westside BT Medium Orbit Swan 1 (3/3/-2.5/0): Westside's original straight-flying putter.
- Westside VIP Pine (5/4/0/2): A midrange balancing stability and control.
- Westside VIP Anvil (4/2/0/4): An overstable approach midrange.
FAQ
Is the Westside Shield good for beginners?
Yes. Its stable, straight flight is easy to putt with.
Is the Westside Shield overstable?
Not really. The Shield is stable, rated 3/3/0/1, so it flies straight with a dependable fade rather than the hard hook of an overstable disc.
What's the difference between BT Medium Orbit and BT Hard plastic?
BT Medium is balanced; BT Hard is firmer with a repeatable release.
What disc is similar to the Westside Shield?
The Westside BT Medium Orbit Crown (3/4/0/1) is another beaded, stable putter.
How far does the Westside Shield fly?
With an average arm, expect roughly 240 feet. Distance depends heavily on your power and form, so stronger throwers will go farther and newer players shorter.
Description
The Westside BT Medium Orbit Shield putter is a small-bead putter, the next step up from the Swan, molded in BT Medium Orbit plastic. It's built for players who want a predictable, reliable flight, and it's at its best on stable approaches and straight putts. Westside Discs is a Finnish brand known for mythology-inspired mold names, molded at Latitude 64's factory in Sweden as part of the Trilogy family alongside Latitude 64 and Dynamic Discs.
BT Medium Orbit Plastic
BT is Westside's grippy, affordable baseline plastic built for putting and short approaches, the counterpart to Latitude 64's Zero and Dynamic Discs' Classic. It always comes in a graded firmness. Medium has balanced firmness and grip, and it's the right starting point if you're new to the line. Orbit is Westside's two-color process with a contrasting rim, which makes the disc easier to follow in the air and find on the ground. No two Orbits are the same.
The Mold
The Shield is the next step up from the Swan: a little thicker with a small bead on the rim. It holds a stable line when thrown as an approach and a straight line into the chains when putting.
Stability
The Shield is stable. Stable discs fly straight for most of their flight and finish with a dependable fade. For right-hand backhand (RHBH) throwers, it flies straight with a reliable fade to the left at the end. Left-hand backhand (LHBH) throwers will see the mirror image, with the 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 suits players of every skill level who want a predictable flight.
Flight Numbers
| Rating | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 3 | Slow putter speed, easy to control without much power. |
| Glide | 3 | Moderate glide that carries without sailing past the target. |
| Turn | 0 | No high-speed turn, so it holds its line early in flight. |
| Fade | 1 | Very little fade, so it finishes nearly straight. |
Flight Chart
Other Shield Discs Available
Looking for a different plastic, stamp, or edition? Here are the other Shield listings in our shop.
| Product | Plastic | Flight Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| BT Hard Burst Shield | BT Hard Burst | 3/3/0/1 |
| BT Soft Burst Shield | BT Soft Burst | 3/3/0/1 |
| Tournament Shield | Tournament | 3/3/0/1 |
Discs That Pair Well With the Shield
- Westside VIP Harp (4/3/0/3): Westside's most reliable overstable approach disc.
- Westside BT Medium Orbit Swan 1 (3/3/-2.5/0): Westside's original straight-flying putter.
- Westside VIP Pine (5/4/0/2): A midrange balancing stability and control.
- Westside VIP Anvil (4/2/0/4): An overstable approach midrange.
FAQ
Is the Westside Shield good for beginners?
Yes. Its stable, straight flight is easy to putt with.
Is the Westside Shield overstable?
Not really. The Shield is stable, rated 3/3/0/1, so it flies straight with a dependable fade rather than the hard hook of an overstable disc.
What's the difference between BT Medium Orbit and BT Hard plastic?
BT Medium is balanced; BT Hard is firmer with a repeatable release.
What disc is similar to the Westside Shield?
The Westside BT Medium Orbit Crown (3/4/0/1) is another beaded, stable putter.
How far does the Westside Shield fly?
With an average arm, expect roughly 240 feet. Distance depends heavily on your power and form, so stronger throwers will go farther and newer players shorter.