Innova

Polecat

4.6(128)
Putt & Approach
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The Polecat is a beginner-friendly putt-and-approach disc rated 1/3/0/0, a straight, neutral flyer with no built-in turn or fade that simply holds whatever angle you release it on. It is a large, comfortable, grippy putter aimed at short drives, approaches and putting for players still developing touch.

Its appeal is honesty: with no fade to plan around, it goes where you aim it at any speed, which makes it forgiving for new players and a clean straight-line approach disc for anyone. It works with all putting styles. Because it is so neutral and low-speed, it is not a distance disc or a wind-fighter; it is a straight, dependable short-game tool. It is a large-diameter, beadless putter that fills the hand.

Approved in 1994, the Polecat has been a long-standing beginner and straight-putt recommendation in Innova's lineup.

It comes in soft, grippy putter plastics suited to touch approaches and comfortable putting.

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.
1
GlideHow long the disc stays in the air. More glide means more distance from the same throw.
3
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.
0
StabilityTurn plus fade. Negative drifts right and is easier for beginners. Positive finishes left.Turn + Fade
0

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.
2.3 cm
Rim DepthHow deep the rim is underneath, where your fingers grip. Putters have the deepest rims.
1.6 cm
Rim ThicknessHow wide the rim is. Wider rims make faster discs that need a stronger throw.
0.7 cm
Rim Inside DiameterThe width of the flat middle, inside the rim. Bigger usually means a slower, easier disc.
19.9 cm
Rim Depth/Diameter RatioRim depth as a share of the disc's width. Higher means a deeper rim for its size.
7.5%
Rim ConfigurationA PDGA score for the shape of the edge. Low is sharp, like a driver. High is rounded, like a putter.
83.25
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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