Discraft Disc Golf Z Line Crank SS Distance Driver 13/5/-3/2 - Choose Exact Disc
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SKU: DG-DC-ZL-CRNSS (REF734-27)
Description
The Discraft Z Line Crank SS distance driver is the straighter-flying Crank, molded in Z Line plastic. It's built for slower arm speeds looking to maximize distance, and it's at its best on max-distance drives. If you're shopping for a dependable Crank SS for your bag, this Z Line run is a great place to start.
Z Plastic
Z is Discraft's flagship hard, translucent, and glossy plastic. It offers maximum durability, resists wear and tear, and holds its original flight stability for years. Discraft's recent Z refresh gives it an enhanced look and feel while keeping the same trusted flight, so your Crank SS will fly the same way for a long time.
The Mold
The Crank SS is a straighter-flying version of the popular Crank, perfect for slower arm speeds looking to maximize distance potential.
Stability
The Crank SS is understable. Understable discs turn away from your throwing arm at speed, making turnovers and hyzer-flips easier and helping lower-power players fly straight. For right-hand backhand (RHBH) throwers, it tends to drift right during the fastest part of its flight, then shows a gentle fade back to the left at the end. Left-hand backhand (LHBH) throwers will see the mirror image, drifting left early and fading right at the end. Forehand flights flip that pattern: right-hand forehand (RHFH) follows the LHBH line and left-hand forehand (LHFH) follows the RHBH line. Its understability helps players without huge arm speed, while big arms can use it for turnovers and rollers.
Flight Numbers
| Rating | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 13 | Very high speed that needs strong arm speed to fly as rated. |
| Glide | 5 | Lots of glide to help it stay in the air and add distance. |
| Turn | -3 | Noticeable turn to the right (RHBH) at speed, great for turnovers and hyzer-flips. |
| Fade | 2 | A moderate, dependable fade at the end of the flight. |
Flight Chart
Discs That Pair Well With the Crank SS
- Discraft Z Line Force (12/5/0/3): An overstable distance driver for power and headwinds.
- Discraft Z Line Nuke (13/5/-1/3): One of the most popular distance drivers in the world.
- Discraft Z Line Undertaker (9/5/-1/2): An overstable fairway driver for control in the wind.
- Discraft ESP Passion (8/5/-1/1): An understable fairway driver for easy distance and turnovers.
FAQ
Is the Discraft Crank SS good for beginners?
It can be. Discraft designed the Crank SS for slower arm speeds, though at 13 speed it still needs some power.
Is the Discraft Crank SS overstable?
No. The Crank SS is understable, rated 13/5/-3/2. Its turn makes it a better fit for turnovers and hyzer-flips than hard fades.
What's the difference between Z and ESP plastic?
Z is harder, translucent, and glossy, with maximum durability. ESP is opaque and swirled with a gummy-yet-firm, tacky grip.
What disc is similar to the Discraft Crank SS?
The Discraft Crank (13/5/-2/2) is the original, with a little less turn.
How far does the Discraft Crank SS fly?
With an average arm, expect roughly 410 feet. Distance depends heavily on your power and form, so stronger throwers will go farther and newer players shorter.
Description
The Discraft Z Line Crank SS distance driver is the straighter-flying Crank, molded in Z Line plastic. It's built for slower arm speeds looking to maximize distance, and it's at its best on max-distance drives. If you're shopping for a dependable Crank SS for your bag, this Z Line run is a great place to start.
Z Plastic
Z is Discraft's flagship hard, translucent, and glossy plastic. It offers maximum durability, resists wear and tear, and holds its original flight stability for years. Discraft's recent Z refresh gives it an enhanced look and feel while keeping the same trusted flight, so your Crank SS will fly the same way for a long time.
The Mold
The Crank SS is a straighter-flying version of the popular Crank, perfect for slower arm speeds looking to maximize distance potential.
Stability
The Crank SS is understable. Understable discs turn away from your throwing arm at speed, making turnovers and hyzer-flips easier and helping lower-power players fly straight. For right-hand backhand (RHBH) throwers, it tends to drift right during the fastest part of its flight, then shows a gentle fade back to the left at the end. Left-hand backhand (LHBH) throwers will see the mirror image, drifting left early and fading right at the end. Forehand flights flip that pattern: right-hand forehand (RHFH) follows the LHBH line and left-hand forehand (LHFH) follows the RHBH line. Its understability helps players without huge arm speed, while big arms can use it for turnovers and rollers.
Flight Numbers
| Rating | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 13 | Very high speed that needs strong arm speed to fly as rated. |
| Glide | 5 | Lots of glide to help it stay in the air and add distance. |
| Turn | -3 | Noticeable turn to the right (RHBH) at speed, great for turnovers and hyzer-flips. |
| Fade | 2 | A moderate, dependable fade at the end of the flight. |
Flight Chart
Discs That Pair Well With the Crank SS
- Discraft Z Line Force (12/5/0/3): An overstable distance driver for power and headwinds.
- Discraft Z Line Nuke (13/5/-1/3): One of the most popular distance drivers in the world.
- Discraft Z Line Undertaker (9/5/-1/2): An overstable fairway driver for control in the wind.
- Discraft ESP Passion (8/5/-1/1): An understable fairway driver for easy distance and turnovers.
FAQ
Is the Discraft Crank SS good for beginners?
It can be. Discraft designed the Crank SS for slower arm speeds, though at 13 speed it still needs some power.
Is the Discraft Crank SS overstable?
No. The Crank SS is understable, rated 13/5/-3/2. Its turn makes it a better fit for turnovers and hyzer-flips than hard fades.
What's the difference between Z and ESP plastic?
Z is harder, translucent, and glossy, with maximum durability. ESP is opaque and swirled with a gummy-yet-firm, tacky grip.
What disc is similar to the Discraft Crank SS?
The Discraft Crank (13/5/-2/2) is the original, with a little less turn.
How far does the Discraft Crank SS fly?
With an average arm, expect roughly 410 feet. Distance depends heavily on your power and form, so stronger throwers will go farther and newer players shorter.