Kastaplast

Alva

4.8(30)
Distance Driver
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The Kastaplast Alva is a glide-heavy, high-speed distance driver (11/6/-2/2) built to soar with less effort. It requires less power to reach its potential, so it is ideal for beginners and touch shots, carrying easily down open fairways with a gentle high-speed turn before a reliable fade. Stronger throwers use it for hyzer-flips, turnovers, and controlled distance drives. Molded in Kastaplast's durable, grippy K1 plastic, it delivers a consistent flight and an excellent feel in the hand.

The Kastaplast Alva is a glide-heavy, high-speed distance driver (11/6/-2/2) built to soar with less effort. It requires less power to reach its potential, so it is ideal for beginners and touch shots, carrying easily down open fairways with a gentle high-speed turn before a reliable fade. Stronger throwers use it for hyzer-flips, turnovers, and controlled distance drives. Molded in Kastaplast's durable, grippy K1 plastic, it delivers a consistent flight and an excellent feel in the hand.

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Flight

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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.
11
GlideHow long the disc stays in the air. More glide means more distance from the same throw.
6
TurnHow much it drifts right early in flight (right-handed backhand). More negative, more drift.
-2
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
0

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.
1.7 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.
2.2 cm
Rim Inside DiameterThe width of the flat middle, inside the rim. Bigger usually means a slower, easier disc.
16.7 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.
32.75
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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Questions

  • Is the Kastaplast Alva good for beginners?
    Yes. The Alva is a glide-heavy distance driver that reaches its full flight with less power, so beginners and players with slower arm speeds can get easy distance down the fairway. Its gentle turn and reliable fade also make it a versatile hyzer-flip and turnover disc for stronger throwers.
    TryDiscs ·July 18, 2026
  • How does the Alva fly in wind?
    The Alva shines in calm conditions and open fairways, where its glide carries it far with little effort. Because it is glide-heavy with a slight turn, it can be trickier to control in strong headwinds, so many players save it for calmer days or reach for a more overstable driver when the wind picks up.
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