Discmania

DD3

4.8(269)
Distance Driver
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The DD3 is Discmania's power-oriented distance driver, rated 12/5/-1/3. It pairs limited turn with a substantial finishing fade, so it makes more sense for strong distance throws than for learning to get a first driver airborne. At lower speeds, the fade can arrive before the intended long flight develops. Discmania pitches the DD3 for advanced players and professionals who can supply the power its distance flight needs. The maker also recommends it for forehands and describes it as a stable-to-overstable driver. A player seeking that type of finish may value the stability even without reaching the disc's full distance potential; someone seeking easy turnover should choose a different role. The official DD3 collection expressly distinguishes powerful throws from slower releases, which it describes as more overstable. The PDGA approved the current DD3 version, listed as DD3 (new), on 6 July 2021 (21-77); the original DD3 was approved on 28 December 2018. The name now sits alongside a separately certified Premier DD3, so a current product title deserves a closer look.

The DD3 is Discmania's power-oriented distance driver, rated 12/5/-1/3. It pairs limited turn with a substantial finishing fade, so it makes more sense for strong distance throws than for learning to get a first driver airborne. At lower speeds, the fade can arrive before the intended long flight develops.

Discmania pitches the DD3 for advanced players and professionals who can supply the power its distance flight needs. The maker also recommends it for forehands and describes it as a stable-to-overstable driver. A player seeking that type of finish may value the stability even without reaching the disc's full distance potential; someone seeking easy turnover should choose a different role.

The official DD3 collection expressly distinguishes powerful throws from slower releases, which it describes as more overstable. The PDGA approved the current DD3 version, listed as DD3 (new), on 6 July 2021 (21-77); the original DD3 was approved on 28 December 2018. The name now sits alongside a separately certified Premier DD3, so a current product title deserves a closer look.

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Flight

Source: Discmania

Arm speed

NoviceIntermediatePro
SpeedHow hard the disc must be thrown to fly as designed. Putters are 1 to 3, the fastest drivers 14 and up.
12
GlideHow long the disc stays in the air. More glide means more distance from the same throw.
5
TurnHow much it drifts right early in flight (right-handed backhand). More negative, more drift.
-1
FadeHow hard it hooks left as it slows down (right-handed backhand). Higher, stronger hook.
3
StabilityTurn plus fade. Negative drifts right and is easier for beginners. Positive finishes left.Turn + Fade
2

Dimensions

Source: PDGA
DiameterHow wide the disc is, edge to edge. Almost every disc is 21 to 22 cm.
21.1 cm
HeightHow tall the disc is lying flat. Putters are usually the tallest.
1.9 cm
Rim DepthHow deep the rim is underneath, where your fingers grip. Putters have the deepest rims.
1.1 cm
Rim ThicknessHow wide the rim is. Wider rims make faster discs that need a stronger throw.
2.3 cm
Rim Inside DiameterThe width of the flat middle, inside the rim. Bigger usually means a slower, easier disc.
16.5 cm
Rim Depth/Diameter RatioRim depth as a share of the disc's width. Higher means a deeper rim for its size.
5.2%
Rim ConfigurationA PDGA score for the shape of the edge. Low is sharp, like a driver. High is rounded, like a putter.
29.5
BeadA small ridge under the edge of the rim, mostly on putters. It changes how the disc feels in hand.
No

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