Westside Disc Golf VIP Sling Midrange Disc 5/5/0/1 - Choose Exact Disc
SKU: DG-WD-VIP-SLING (REF2562-2)
Description
The Westside VIP Sling midrange is a smooth, easy-distance midrange, molded in VIP plastic. It's built for players who want a straight, easy-to-control flight, and it's at its best on smooth flights on any angle. 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
Just as a sling propels a rock without much effort, the Sling gives easy distance for any arm speed. It has a very smooth flight on all angles, so whatever midrange shot you need, you can draw it back and execute with confidence.
Stability
The Sling is neutral. Neutral discs fly straight and true with very little turn or fade. For right-hand backhand (RHBH) throwers, it flies straight with only a slight drift and a gentle finish. Left-hand backhand (LHBH) throwers will see the mirror image, with a gentle drift the other way. Forehand flights flip that pattern: right-hand forehand (RHFH) follows the LHBH line and left-hand forehand (LHFH) follows the RHBH line. It's an easy choice for beginners and a reliable tool for experienced players.
Flight Numbers
| Rating | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 5 | Midrange speed that rewards smooth form over raw 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 | 1 | Very little fade, so it finishes nearly straight. |
Flight Chart
Discs That Pair Well With the Sling
- 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 Sling good for beginners?
Yes. It gives easy distance for any arm speed.
Is the Westside Sling overstable?
No. The Sling is neutral, rated 5/5/0/1, so it flies straight with very little fade.
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 Sling?
The Westside VIP Warship (5/6/0/1) is Westside's fastest, glidier midrange.
How far does the Westside Sling fly?
With an average arm, expect roughly 275 feet. Distance depends heavily on your power and form, so stronger throwers will go farther and newer players shorter.
Description
The Westside VIP Sling midrange is a smooth, easy-distance midrange, molded in VIP plastic. It's built for players who want a straight, easy-to-control flight, and it's at its best on smooth flights on any angle. 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
Just as a sling propels a rock without much effort, the Sling gives easy distance for any arm speed. It has a very smooth flight on all angles, so whatever midrange shot you need, you can draw it back and execute with confidence.
Stability
The Sling is neutral. Neutral discs fly straight and true with very little turn or fade. For right-hand backhand (RHBH) throwers, it flies straight with only a slight drift and a gentle finish. Left-hand backhand (LHBH) throwers will see the mirror image, with a gentle drift the other way. Forehand flights flip that pattern: right-hand forehand (RHFH) follows the LHBH line and left-hand forehand (LHFH) follows the RHBH line. It's an easy choice for beginners and a reliable tool for experienced players.
Flight Numbers
| Rating | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 5 | Midrange speed that rewards smooth form over raw 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 | 1 | Very little fade, so it finishes nearly straight. |
Flight Chart
Discs That Pair Well With the Sling
- 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 Sling good for beginners?
Yes. It gives easy distance for any arm speed.
Is the Westside Sling overstable?
No. The Sling is neutral, rated 5/5/0/1, so it flies straight with very little fade.
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 Sling?
The Westside VIP Warship (5/6/0/1) is Westside's fastest, glidier midrange.
How far does the Westside Sling fly?
With an average arm, expect roughly 275 feet. Distance depends heavily on your power and form, so stronger throwers will go farther and newer players shorter.