Innova

Viper

4.4(29)
Control Driver
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The Viper is a stable-to-overstable fairway driver rated 6/4/1/5, a dependable, hard-finishing mold that stays reliable in all wind conditions and fades strongly to the left (for a right-handed backhand). It holds its line against power and torque, which makes it a favorite of sidearm (forehand) throwers. The Viper holds a notable place in disc golf history as the first disc used for the flex shot, the technique of throwing an overstable disc on an anhyzer angle so it flexes back to flat and fades, and its dependable overstability is exactly what makes that shot work. It is recommended for experienced players who can bring out its full flight. Because it fades hard, it is not a distance or straight-line disc; it is a control and utility driver. It is a beadless fairway driver. Approved in 1991, the Viper is one of Innova's oldest overstable drivers and a piece of the sport's shot-making history. Champion and Star runs hold the strong fade longest and are the durable picks for utility and forehand use.

The Viper is a stable-to-overstable fairway driver rated 6/4/1/5, a dependable, hard-finishing mold that stays reliable in all wind conditions and fades strongly to the left (for a right-handed backhand). It holds its line against power and torque, which makes it a favorite of sidearm (forehand) throwers.

The Viper holds a notable place in disc golf history as the first disc used for the flex shot, the technique of throwing an overstable disc on an anhyzer angle so it flexes back to flat and fades, and its dependable overstability is exactly what makes that shot work. It is recommended for experienced players who can bring out its full flight. Because it fades hard, it is not a distance or straight-line disc; it is a control and utility driver. It is a beadless fairway driver.

Approved in 1991, the Viper is one of Innova's oldest overstable drivers and a piece of the sport's shot-making history.

Champion and Star runs hold the strong fade longest and are the durable picks for utility and forehand use.

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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.
6
GlideHow long the disc stays in the air. More glide means more distance from the same throw.
4
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.
5
StabilityTurn plus fade. Negative drifts right and is easier for beginners. Positive finishes left.Turn + Fade
6

Dimensions

Source: PDGA
DiameterHow wide the disc is, edge to edge. Almost every disc is 21 to 22 cm.
21.7 cm
HeightHow tall the disc is lying flat. Putters are usually the tallest.
2 cm
Rim DepthHow deep the rim is underneath, where your fingers grip. Putters have the deepest rims.
1.3 cm
Rim ThicknessHow wide the rim is. Wider rims make faster discs that need a stronger throw.
1.6 cm
Rim Inside DiameterThe width of the flat middle, inside the rim. Bigger usually means a slower, easier disc.
18.5 cm
Rim Depth/Diameter RatioRim depth as a share of the disc's width. Higher means a deeper rim for its size.
6%
Rim ConfigurationA PDGA score for the shape of the edge. Low is sharp, like a driver. High is rounded, like a putter.
29.25
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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