Westside Discs Disc Golf VIP Longbowman Fairway Driver 9/4/0/3 - Choose Exact Disc
SKU: DG-WD-VIP-LBM (REF2167-7)
Description
The Westside VIP Longbowman fairway driver is a small-rimmed, glidey fairway driver, molded in VIP plastic. It's built for players who want a predictable, reliable flight, and it's at its best on easy fairway distance. 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 the longbow changed warfare, the Longbowman elevates your game with great speed and glide. Its small rim releases easily for all throwers, so you can go farther with less effort.
Stability
The Longbowman 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 | 9 | Fairway speed, manageable for most arms. |
| 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 | 3 | A strong, reliable fade to the left (RHBH) at the end of the flight. |
Flight Chart
Discs That Pair Well With the Longbowman
- Westside VIP Fortress (10/4/0/3): A fast, stable workhorse fairway driver.
- Westside VIP Hatchet (9/6/-2/1): A user-friendly, glidey fairway driver.
- 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 Longbowman good for beginners?
Yes. The Longbowman's predictable flight makes it easy to trust as you learn.
Is the Westside Longbowman overstable?
Not really. The Longbowman is stable, rated 9/4/0/3, 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 Longbowman?
The Westside VIP Sampo (10/4/-1/2) is a neutral, glidey fairway driver.
How far does the Westside Longbowman 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 Westside VIP Longbowman fairway driver is a small-rimmed, glidey fairway driver, molded in VIP plastic. It's built for players who want a predictable, reliable flight, and it's at its best on easy fairway distance. 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 the longbow changed warfare, the Longbowman elevates your game with great speed and glide. Its small rim releases easily for all throwers, so you can go farther with less effort.
Stability
The Longbowman 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 | 9 | Fairway speed, manageable for most arms. |
| 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 | 3 | A strong, reliable fade to the left (RHBH) at the end of the flight. |
Flight Chart
Discs That Pair Well With the Longbowman
- Westside VIP Fortress (10/4/0/3): A fast, stable workhorse fairway driver.
- Westside VIP Hatchet (9/6/-2/1): A user-friendly, glidey fairway driver.
- 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 Longbowman good for beginners?
Yes. The Longbowman's predictable flight makes it easy to trust as you learn.
Is the Westside Longbowman overstable?
Not really. The Longbowman is stable, rated 9/4/0/3, 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 Longbowman?
The Westside VIP Sampo (10/4/-1/2) is a neutral, glidey fairway driver.
How far does the Westside Longbowman 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.