Fairway drivers are the workhorse of disc golf. These discs provide distance, control and accuracy. While fairway drivers don’t have as much distance potential as a max distance driver, they are typically easier to throw accurately and often provide as much distance for new players.
The Sabre is a pretty straight flying fairway driver manufactured by Gateway. With a mild degree of high sped turn and minimal end flight fade it’s no wonder that beginners like this disc.
The Sabre is no longer in stock. Keep an eye on InfiniteDiscs.com to see if it returns.
The Zombee is a new fairway driver that was introduced by Discraft for the 2012 Ace Race. This is a tall, straight shooter with predictable end flight fade. This disc is like a cross between the mid-range Buzzz and the Stalker driver. Discraft has given this disc a 1.0 in the stability department.
The Zombee is available in Z plastic in weights from 170-175g.
Due to this disc being a super-stable fairway diver that provides a predictable flight pattern, it is an ideal choice for any beginner. This drivers relatively narrow rim makes it easier to control for those players with small hands.
Sadly, the Eclipse is out of stock and it is unknown if it will return. Watch for it in the link below!
The Craze CD (Fairway Driver) by Discmania is one of their best discs, and ,sadly, is no longer available to buy. The Craze had a moderate speed dialed in at ten with a gentle turn and an ever so slight dominant fade. Thus making it well classified as a”control river.” This is a fantastic disc when you are looking for accuracy, while throwing short of your maximum. Keep an eye out here for if it returns to stock!
The XS held the world distance record in 2001. this relatively stable flying fairway has a stability rating of 1, so long as it’s in the Elite X plastic. This disc is a consistent flyer for beginners and intermediates alike.
The XS is available in the mid grade Elite-X plastic as well as the clear durable Elite Z. If you’re looking for something with a little more personality, this disc is available dyed in both plastics.
The Elite-X Xpress is the first distance driver made by Discraft. The understability of this disc helps new golfers by fading left. (Those throwing a right backhand.) . The Xpress is also one of the best discs for learning to throw rollers. Discraft gives this disc a stability rating of -1 in Elite X plastic.
Looking for a straight flying, accurate fairway driver? The Discraft XL is a stable distance driver you may want to consider. In Pro-D plastic, Discraft gives the XL a stability rating of 0, meaning the overall flight path is going to be straight. In this plastic, the XL lowest weight comes in at 150 grams. In other plastics it will have a slight fade more than it will turn (Ever so slightly.)
The XL is one of Discraft more popular discs. This disc is mostly used by pros but is also a good driver choice for beginners. This disc is available in all the popular plastics Discraft makes: Pro-D, Elite-X, Elite-Z, ESP, and the soft flexible FLX.
One interesting thing about the XL is that the stability varies in almost every plastic type. While the stability in Pro D is (0), it is 1 in Elite X, 1.2 in FLX, and 1.5 in EXP and Elite Z.
If you want a more colorful disc, consider buying the XL dyed in Elite X and Elite Z plastics.
The Pulse is designed to be a fast flying disc, great for forehands shots made by average players. This is a very overstable disc that has an average sized rim compared with other distance drivers. This disc is ideal for power throwers with a lot of snap in their shots. Discraft gives it a stability rating of 1.9.
You can purchase the Pulse in premium ESP plastic, one of the best all performance blends on the market.
The Predator is a predictable, overstable fairway driver. This may not be the fastest disc on the market but it makes up for that in its constant and reliable fade. Discraft gives this disc a stability rating of 2.5. This is the perfect disc for forehand flicks.
The Predator comes in three high quality Discraft plastics. Elite-Z, ESP, and FLX
In Elite-Z plastic, the Predator is available dyed.
The FD Jackal is truly one of the greats when it comes to straight flying fairway drivers. This disc is perfect for shooting straight shots through a low ceiling of trees. Since this is an accurate and smooth flying disc, it is definitely a surefire disc for beginners and pros alike! What this baby lacks in speed it makes up for in its excellent glide. Discmania gives the Jackal a glide rating of 6. This fine disc is available in a variety of plastics and colors!
