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Discraft Disc Golf Big Z ColorShift 2026 LE Paul McBeth Ares - Choose Exact Disc
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SKU: DG-DC-BZCSLE-PMARES (REF2914-6)
Description
The Discraft Big Z ColorShift Ares distance driver is Paul McBeth's torque-resistant max-distance driver, molded in Big Z ColorShift plastic. It's built for bigger arms who want more stability than the Zeus, and it's at its best on max-distance drives in tough conditions. This is the "Night of the McBeast" Ares, part of the limited McBeth x Barela Undead Collection. It brings Paul McBeth's legendary "McBeast" persona into a horror-movie world through the artistic vision of Brian Allen, with an intricate triple-foil design. Paul McBeth is a 6x PDGA World Champion.
Big Z ColorShift Plastic
Big Z ColorShift is a retailer-exclusive blend that pairs Discraft's Big Z plastic with a stunning color-shifting finish. Big Z is a variant of Z plastic with an opaque look, a slightly softer feel, and oversized artwork stamps, and it offers durability, excellent grip, and consistent releases. The ColorShift finish adds shifting hues as the disc moves in the light, so this Ares combines a premium feel with a look that stands out in any bag.
The Mold
What began as the much-talked-about Zeus 2.0 has evolved into the Ares, built for players who wanted more torque resistance from a Zeus without losing its feel and shot shaping. It keeps the familiar Zeus hand feel and high-speed profile but adds a more overstable, forward-pushing flight with a powerful finish.
Stability
The Ares 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 for intermediate to advanced players with good arm speed.
Flight Numbers
| Rating | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 12 | Very high speed that needs strong arm speed to fly as rated. |
| Glide | 6 | Huge glide that floats a long way with little effort. |
| Turn | -1 | A touch of high-speed turn to the right (RHBH) for a little extra distance. |
| Fade | 2 | A moderate, dependable fade at the end of the flight. |
Flight Chart
Other Ares Discs Available
Looking for a different plastic, stamp, or player edition? Here are the other Ares listings in our shop.
| Product | Plastic | Flight Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Paul McBeth First Run ESP Ares | ESP | 12/6/-1/2 |
| Paul McBeth Prototype ESP Ares | ESP | 12/6/-1/2 |
Discs That Pair Well With the Ares
- Discraft ESP Nuke (13/5/-1/3): One of the most popular distance drivers in the world.
- Discraft ESP Hades (12/6/-2/2): Paul McBeth's understable driver for easy max distance.
- Discraft ESP Undertaker (9/5/-1/2): An overstable fairway driver for control in the wind.
- Discraft ESP Athena (7/5/0/2): An overstable fairway driver for control in the wind.
FAQ
Is the Discraft Ares good for beginners?
Not as a first driver. Discraft built the Ares for bigger arms, tough conditions, and max-distance shots.
Is the Discraft Ares overstable?
Yes. The Ares is overstable, rated 12/6/-1/2, so it resists turning over and finishes with a dependable fade.
What's the difference between Big Z ColorShift and Z plastic?
Big Z ColorShift is opaque with a slightly softer feel, oversized artwork, and a color-shifting finish. Standard Z is translucent, glossy, and harder. Both are durable premium plastics.
Does the Night of the McBeast Ares fly differently than the standard Ares?
No. It's the same Ares mold, rated 12/6/-1/2. What's different is the limited Undead Collection artwork and the Big Z ColorShift plastic, so you get the same trusted flight with a collectible look.
What disc is similar to the Discraft Ares?
The Discraft Zeus (12/5/-1/3) is the original, with a little less torque resistance.
How far does the Discraft Ares fly?
With an average arm, expect roughly 395 feet. Distance depends heavily on your power and form, so stronger throwers will go farther and newer players shorter.
Description
The Discraft Big Z ColorShift Ares distance driver is Paul McBeth's torque-resistant max-distance driver, molded in Big Z ColorShift plastic. It's built for bigger arms who want more stability than the Zeus, and it's at its best on max-distance drives in tough conditions. This is the "Night of the McBeast" Ares, part of the limited McBeth x Barela Undead Collection. It brings Paul McBeth's legendary "McBeast" persona into a horror-movie world through the artistic vision of Brian Allen, with an intricate triple-foil design. Paul McBeth is a 6x PDGA World Champion.
Big Z ColorShift Plastic
Big Z ColorShift is a retailer-exclusive blend that pairs Discraft's Big Z plastic with a stunning color-shifting finish. Big Z is a variant of Z plastic with an opaque look, a slightly softer feel, and oversized artwork stamps, and it offers durability, excellent grip, and consistent releases. The ColorShift finish adds shifting hues as the disc moves in the light, so this Ares combines a premium feel with a look that stands out in any bag.
The Mold
What began as the much-talked-about Zeus 2.0 has evolved into the Ares, built for players who wanted more torque resistance from a Zeus without losing its feel and shot shaping. It keeps the familiar Zeus hand feel and high-speed profile but adds a more overstable, forward-pushing flight with a powerful finish.
Stability
The Ares 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 for intermediate to advanced players with good arm speed.
Flight Numbers
| Rating | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 12 | Very high speed that needs strong arm speed to fly as rated. |
| Glide | 6 | Huge glide that floats a long way with little effort. |
| Turn | -1 | A touch of high-speed turn to the right (RHBH) for a little extra distance. |
| Fade | 2 | A moderate, dependable fade at the end of the flight. |
Flight Chart
Other Ares Discs Available
Looking for a different plastic, stamp, or player edition? Here are the other Ares listings in our shop.
| Product | Plastic | Flight Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Paul McBeth First Run ESP Ares | ESP | 12/6/-1/2 |
| Paul McBeth Prototype ESP Ares | ESP | 12/6/-1/2 |
Discs That Pair Well With the Ares
- Discraft ESP Nuke (13/5/-1/3): One of the most popular distance drivers in the world.
- Discraft ESP Hades (12/6/-2/2): Paul McBeth's understable driver for easy max distance.
- Discraft ESP Undertaker (9/5/-1/2): An overstable fairway driver for control in the wind.
- Discraft ESP Athena (7/5/0/2): An overstable fairway driver for control in the wind.
FAQ
Is the Discraft Ares good for beginners?
Not as a first driver. Discraft built the Ares for bigger arms, tough conditions, and max-distance shots.
Is the Discraft Ares overstable?
Yes. The Ares is overstable, rated 12/6/-1/2, so it resists turning over and finishes with a dependable fade.
What's the difference between Big Z ColorShift and Z plastic?
Big Z ColorShift is opaque with a slightly softer feel, oversized artwork, and a color-shifting finish. Standard Z is translucent, glossy, and harder. Both are durable premium plastics.
Does the Night of the McBeast Ares fly differently than the standard Ares?
No. It's the same Ares mold, rated 12/6/-1/2. What's different is the limited Undead Collection artwork and the Big Z ColorShift plastic, so you get the same trusted flight with a collectible look.
What disc is similar to the Discraft Ares?
The Discraft Zeus (12/5/-1/3) is the original, with a little less torque resistance.
How far does the Discraft Ares fly?
With an average arm, expect roughly 395 feet. Distance depends heavily on your power and form, so stronger throwers will go farther and newer players shorter.