Westside Disc Golf VIP Gatekeeper Midrange 4/5/0/2 - Choose Exact Disc
SKU: DG-WD-VIP-GATE (REF236-7)
Description
The Westside VIP Gatekeeper midrange is a midrange that holds any angle, molded in VIP plastic. It's built for players who want a predictable, reliable flight, and it's at its best on angle-holding mid shots. 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.
VIP Plastic
VIP is Westside's flagship premium plastic: translucent, extremely durable, and built to hold its flight through heavy use. It's comparable to Latitude 64's Opto and Dynamic Discs' Lucid, and in the same mold it tends to fly slightly more overstable than Tournament and hold that stability longer.
The Mold
The Gatekeeper goes right where you throw it and excels at holding angles. Even with power, it stays true with a slight fade, with surprising high-speed stability and a comfortable rim.
Stability
The Gatekeeper 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 | 4 | Slow putter speed, easy to control without much power. |
| Glide | 5 | Lots of glide to help it stay in the air and add distance. |
| Turn | 0 | No high-speed turn, so it holds its line early in flight. |
| Fade | 2 | A moderate, dependable fade at the end of the flight. |
Flight Chart
Other Gatekeeper Discs Available
Looking for a different plastic, stamp, or edition? Here are the other Gatekeeper listings in our shop.
| Product | Plastic | Flight Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Tournament Gatekeeper | Tournament | 4/5/0/2 |
Discs That Pair Well With the Gatekeeper
- Westside VIP Anvil (4/2/0/4): An overstable approach midrange.
- Westside VIP Tursas (5/5/-2/1): Westside's most controllable midrange.
- Westside BT Medium Crown (3/4/0/1): A beaded, stable putter.
- Westside VIP Harp (4/3/0/3): Westside's most reliable overstable approach disc.
FAQ
Is the Westside Gatekeeper good for beginners?
Yes. It's easy to keep on the line you throw.
Is the Westside Gatekeeper overstable?
Not really. The Gatekeeper is stable, rated 4/5/0/2, so it flies straight with a dependable fade rather than the hard hook of an overstable disc.
What's the difference between VIP and Tournament plastic?
VIP is translucent, the most durable, and slightly more overstable. Tournament is opaque and grippier, especially in cold or wet weather.
What disc is similar to the Westside Gatekeeper?
The Westside VIP Pine (5/4/0/2) is another controllable, stable midrange.
How far does the Westside Gatekeeper fly?
With an average arm, expect roughly 260 feet. Distance depends heavily on your power and form, so stronger throwers will go farther and newer players shorter.
Description
The Westside VIP Gatekeeper midrange is a midrange that holds any angle, molded in VIP plastic. It's built for players who want a predictable, reliable flight, and it's at its best on angle-holding mid shots. 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.
VIP Plastic
VIP is Westside's flagship premium plastic: translucent, extremely durable, and built to hold its flight through heavy use. It's comparable to Latitude 64's Opto and Dynamic Discs' Lucid, and in the same mold it tends to fly slightly more overstable than Tournament and hold that stability longer.
The Mold
The Gatekeeper goes right where you throw it and excels at holding angles. Even with power, it stays true with a slight fade, with surprising high-speed stability and a comfortable rim.
Stability
The Gatekeeper 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 | 4 | Slow putter speed, easy to control without much power. |
| Glide | 5 | Lots of glide to help it stay in the air and add distance. |
| Turn | 0 | No high-speed turn, so it holds its line early in flight. |
| Fade | 2 | A moderate, dependable fade at the end of the flight. |
Flight Chart
Other Gatekeeper Discs Available
Looking for a different plastic, stamp, or edition? Here are the other Gatekeeper listings in our shop.
| Product | Plastic | Flight Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Tournament Gatekeeper | Tournament | 4/5/0/2 |
Discs That Pair Well With the Gatekeeper
- Westside VIP Anvil (4/2/0/4): An overstable approach midrange.
- Westside VIP Tursas (5/5/-2/1): Westside's most controllable midrange.
- Westside BT Medium Crown (3/4/0/1): A beaded, stable putter.
- Westside VIP Harp (4/3/0/3): Westside's most reliable overstable approach disc.
FAQ
Is the Westside Gatekeeper good for beginners?
Yes. It's easy to keep on the line you throw.
Is the Westside Gatekeeper overstable?
Not really. The Gatekeeper is stable, rated 4/5/0/2, so it flies straight with a dependable fade rather than the hard hook of an overstable disc.
What's the difference between VIP and Tournament plastic?
VIP is translucent, the most durable, and slightly more overstable. Tournament is opaque and grippier, especially in cold or wet weather.
What disc is similar to the Westside Gatekeeper?
The Westside VIP Pine (5/4/0/2) is another controllable, stable midrange.
How far does the Westside Gatekeeper fly?
With an average arm, expect roughly 260 feet. Distance depends heavily on your power and form, so stronger throwers will go farther and newer players shorter.