Gateway

Aro

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Gateway Disc Sports rates its Aro putt-and-approach disc 4/5/0/2. As of October 26, 2026, Gateway's listing says the Aro keeps the flat-top feel of its Shaman putter with a more stable wing and flight. On those numbers it flies straight before a moderate fade; its ratings suggest it is less suited to players looking for turnover lines. The PDGA approved it on July 6, 2026 (certification 26-90, 176.8 g maximum weight). As of October 26, 2026, the Aro's certified dimensions are close to the Shaman's: the same 1.0 cm rim width, a 21.3 cm diameter against 21.2 cm, a 1.7 cm height against 1.8 cm and a 1.2 cm rim depth against 1.3 cm. Against the Shaman's ratings on Try Discs as of October 26, 2026, Gateway's numbers for the Aro add one point of speed and two of glide, with a neutral turn where the Shaman's is -1 and a fade of 2 where the Shaman's is 1. Gateway's store has listed it since August 2026 as part of Kevin Fodrey's Signature Series, in weights from 160 g to the maximum. Try Discs lists it in Diamond Superglow and Super Glow Money.

Gateway Disc Sports rates its Aro putt-and-approach disc 4/5/0/2. As of October 26, 2026, Gateway's listing says the Aro keeps the flat-top feel of its Shaman putter with a more stable wing and flight. On those numbers it flies straight before a moderate fade; its ratings suggest it is less suited to players looking for turnover lines.

The PDGA approved it on July 6, 2026 (certification 26-90, 176.8 g maximum weight). As of October 26, 2026, the Aro's certified dimensions are close to the Shaman's: the same 1.0 cm rim width, a 21.3 cm diameter against 21.2 cm, a 1.7 cm height against 1.8 cm and a 1.2 cm rim depth against 1.3 cm. Against the Shaman's ratings on Try Discs as of October 26, 2026, Gateway's numbers for the Aro add one point of speed and two of glide, with a neutral turn where the Shaman's is -1 and a fade of 2 where the Shaman's is 1.

Gateway's store has listed it since August 2026 as part of Kevin Fodrey's Signature Series, in weights from 160 g to the maximum. Try Discs lists it in Diamond Superglow and Super Glow Money.

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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.
4
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.
0
FadeHow hard it hooks left as it slows down (right-handed backhand). Higher, stronger hook.
2
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.
21.3 cm
HeightHow tall the disc is lying flat. Putters are usually the tallest.
1.7 cm
Rim DepthHow deep the rim is underneath, where your fingers grip. Putters have the deepest rims.
1.2 cm
Rim ThicknessHow wide the rim is. Wider rims make faster discs that need a stronger throw.
1 cm
Rim Inside DiameterThe width of the flat middle, inside the rim. Bigger usually means a slower, easier disc.
19.3 cm
Rim Depth/Diameter RatioRim depth as a share of the disc's width. Higher means a deeper rim for its size.
5.6%
Rim ConfigurationA PDGA score for the shape of the edge. Low is sharp, like a driver. High is rounded, like a putter.
55.75
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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