The Innova Proto Glow Champion Firebird fairway driver is Innova's most popular upwind driver, molded in Proto Glow Champion plastic. It's built for players who need control in the wind and on forehands, and it's at its best on headwind drives and forehands. This one features TGM's custom Spirit of Detroit stamp.

Proto Glow Champion Plastic

Proto Glow is Innova's major upgrade over its older, fast-fading glow plastics. It glows significantly brighter and lasts much longer, holding visible illumination for 20 minutes or more. Proto Glow Champion is the premium, durable version with a glowing core. Designed for professional players, Champion discs are usually a little firmer and more stable than the same model in other plastics, and they keep performing predictably and avoid damage better than any other plastic, even on wooded or rugged courses.

The Spirit of Detroit Stamp

This Firebird carries our custom Spirit of Detroit stamp, a design TGM Skateboards created to honor the city. The Spirit of Detroit, the iconic bronze statue by Marshall Fredericks that has stood downtown since 1958, has long been a symbol of Detroit's people and their determination, and we're proud to celebrate it and the Metro Detroit disc golf community from our shop in Mt. Clemens.

You get the same trusted flight and plastic as any other Proto Glow Champion Firebird, with a stamp you won't find on the standard release. It's a great pick for your own bag, a gift for a Detroit fan, or a piece of local pride for your collection.

The Mold

The Firebird is an overstable driver that works extremely well into a headwind, and it's Innova's most popular upwind distance driver.

Stability

The Firebird is overstable. Overstable discs resist turning over and fade hard at the end, which makes them predictable in wind and at high power. For right-hand backhand (RHBH) throwers, it resists turning over and finishes with a strong, dependable fade to the left. Left-hand backhand (LHBH) throwers will see the mirror image, with that hard fade finishing to the right. Forehand flights flip that pattern: right-hand forehand (RHFH) follows the LHBH line and left-hand forehand (LHFH) follows the RHBH line. It's best suited to intermediate and advanced players, and it's a valuable utility disc for anyone who plays in wind.

Flight Numbers

Flight Chart

Other Firebird Discs Available

Looking for a different plastic, stamp, or edition? Here are the other Firebird listings in our shop.

Discs That Pair Well With the Firebird

• Innova Star TL (7/5/-1/1): The Teebird's straighter-flying brother.
• Innova Proto Glow Champion Leopard3 (7/5/-2/1): A flatter, faster Leopard.
• Innova Star Teebird (7/5/0/2): One of Innova's most accurate and reliable fairway drivers.
• Innova Star Roc3 (5/4/0/3): A fast, straight Roc.

FAQ

Is the Innova Firebird good for beginners?

It's better as a utility disc. The Firebird's strong fade is great in the wind, but newer players will see it hook early.

Is the Innova Firebird overstable?

Yes. The Firebird is overstable, rated 9/3/0/4, so it resists turning over and finishes with a dependable fade.

What's the difference between Proto Glow Champion and Champion plastic?

Proto Glow Champion is Champion plastic in Innova's brightest, longest-lasting glow blend, holding a visible glow for 20 minutes or more.

What is the Spirit of Detroit Firebird?

It's an Innova Proto Glow Champion Firebird with TGM Skateboards' custom Spirit of Detroit stamp, honoring the city of Detroit. It flies the same as the standard Firebird.

What disc is similar to the Innova Firebird?

The Innova Max is a faster, even more overstable driver, much like a faster Firebird.

How far does the Innova Firebird fly?

With an average arm, expect roughly 345 feet. Distance depends heavily on your power and form, so stronger throwers will go farther and newer players shorter.