Innova

Ape

4.2(148)
Distance Driver
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The Ape is a fast, very overstable distance driver rated 13/5/0/4, built to handle the raw power of disc golf's biggest arms: it holds its line against speed and wind before a strong, dependable fade to the left (for a right-handed backhand). It is a windy-conditions and sharp-dogleg specialist. That high-speed stability is the appeal: it stands up to intense forehand (sidearm) torque without turning over, which makes it a go-to for power backhand and sidearm drives and a range of niche flex shots. Innova notes it has less high-speed turn than a Boss, so it is the more overstable, dependable choice of the two at speed. Because it needs real arm speed and fades hard, it is not a beginner's driver. It is a shallow, beadless speed-13 rim. Approved in 2011, the Ape is one of Innova's dependable overstable power drivers. Champion and Star runs hold the strong fade longest and are the durable picks for power and wind.

The Ape is a fast, very overstable distance driver rated 13/5/0/4, built to handle the raw power of disc golf's biggest arms: it holds its line against speed and wind before a strong, dependable fade to the left (for a right-handed backhand). It is a windy-conditions and sharp-dogleg specialist.

That high-speed stability is the appeal: it stands up to intense forehand (sidearm) torque without turning over, which makes it a go-to for power backhand and sidearm drives and a range of niche flex shots. Innova notes it has less high-speed turn than a Boss, so it is the more overstable, dependable choice of the two at speed. Because it needs real arm speed and fades hard, it is not a beginner's driver. It is a shallow, beadless speed-13 rim.

Approved in 2011, the Ape is one of Innova's dependable overstable power drivers.

Champion and Star runs hold the strong fade longest and are the durable picks for power and wind.

Flight

Source: Innova

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.
13
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.
4
StabilityTurn plus fade. Negative drifts right and is easier for beginners. Positive finishes left.Turn + Fade
4

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.
1.5 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.
2.4 cm
Rim Inside DiameterThe width of the flat middle, inside the rim. Bigger usually means a slower, easier disc.
16.2 cm
Rim Depth/Diameter RatioRim depth as a share of the disc's width. Higher means a deeper rim for its size.
5.7%
Rim ConfigurationA PDGA score for the shape of the edge. Low is sharp, like a driver. High is rounded, like a putter.
27.75
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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