Discraft Disc Golf Z Line Mantis Distance Driver 8/4/-2/2 - Choose Exact Disc
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Discraft
SKU: DG-DC (REF729-18)
Description
The Discraft Z Line Mantis distance driver is the 2013 Ace Race understable driver, molded in Z Line plastic. It's built for players who want straight flights for carving fairways, and it's at its best on straight drives through fairways. If you're shopping for a dependable Mantis 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 Mantis will fly the same way for a long time.
The Mold
The Mantis is an understable driver with a modest rim size and straight flights meant for carving up fairways.
Stability
The Mantis 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. It suits beginners who need help getting straight flights as well as advanced players who want to shape turnovers.
Flight Numbers
| Rating | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 8 | Fairway speed, manageable for most arms. |
| Glide | 4 | Moderate glide that carries without sailing past the target. |
| Turn | -2 | 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 Mantis
- 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 Mantis good for beginners?
Yes. The Mantis's understable flight helps newer players get straight, easy distance.
Is the Discraft Mantis overstable?
No. The Mantis is understable, rated 8/4/-2/2. 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 Mantis?
The Discraft Heat (9/6/-3/1) is a glidier understable 9-speed.
How far does the Discraft Mantis fly?
With an average arm, expect roughly 325 feet. Distance depends heavily on your power and form, so stronger throwers will go farther and newer players shorter.
Description
The Discraft Z Line Mantis distance driver is the 2013 Ace Race understable driver, molded in Z Line plastic. It's built for players who want straight flights for carving fairways, and it's at its best on straight drives through fairways. If you're shopping for a dependable Mantis 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 Mantis will fly the same way for a long time.
The Mold
The Mantis is an understable driver with a modest rim size and straight flights meant for carving up fairways.
Stability
The Mantis 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. It suits beginners who need help getting straight flights as well as advanced players who want to shape turnovers.
Flight Numbers
| Rating | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 8 | Fairway speed, manageable for most arms. |
| Glide | 4 | Moderate glide that carries without sailing past the target. |
| Turn | -2 | 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 Mantis
- 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 Mantis good for beginners?
Yes. The Mantis's understable flight helps newer players get straight, easy distance.
Is the Discraft Mantis overstable?
No. The Mantis is understable, rated 8/4/-2/2. 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 Mantis?
The Discraft Heat (9/6/-3/1) is a glidier understable 9-speed.
How far does the Discraft Mantis fly?
With an average arm, expect roughly 325 feet. Distance depends heavily on your power and form, so stronger throwers will go farther and newer players shorter.