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Discraft Paul McBeth Athena

Discraft Paul McBeth Athena

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The Discraft Athena is a 7-speed fairway driver with a dependable fade. It is designed for control shots, and is similar in flight characteristics to the Anax, but with more reliable overstability.

The Athena has a speed rating of 7, a glide rating of 5, a turn rating of -1, and a fade rating of 2. This means that it has a moderate amount of speed and glide, and it will turn slightly to the right when thrown on a hyzer angle. The fade rating of 2 means that it will finish with a reliable fade to the left at the end of its flight.

The Athena is a great disc for a variety of shots, including:

  • Controlled drives
  • Fairway shots
  • Tee shots on tight holes
  • Approach shots
  • Headwind drives

It is also a good choice for players who are still developing their form, as it is forgiving of minor mistakes.

The Athena is a versatile disc that can be used for a variety of shots. It is a great choice for players of all skill levels, but it is especially well-suited for players who are looking for a controllable driver with a dependable fade.

Here are some tips for throwing the Discraft Athena:

  • For controlled drives, throw the Athena on a hyzer angle and let it turn over slightly.
  • For fairway shots, throw the Athena on a flat angle and let it fly straight with a reliable fade at the end.
  • For tee shots on tight holes, throw the Athena on a hyzer angle and let it turn over slightly to avoid trees.
  • For approach shots, throw the Athena on a hyzer angle and let it float down to the basket.
  • For headwind drives, throw the Athena on a hyzer angle and let it turn over slightly to resist the wind.

With a little practice, you will be able to throw the Discraft Athena accurately and consistently.

 


"I think Discraft has the most underrated fairway drivers in disc golf but they do have a small pocket missing that the Athena is going to fill perfectly." -Paul McBeth

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