Axiom Disc Golf Eclipse Glow Virus Distance Driver 9/5/-3.5/1 - Choose Exact Disc
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SKU: DG-AXM-E-VIR (REF2460-17)
Description
The Axiom Eclipse Virus distance driver is Axiom's easiest-to-throw distance driver, molded in Eclipse plastic. It's built for newer players and veterans who want a driver they can manipulate any way they need, and it's at its best on easy distance, big turnovers, and line-extending shots. If you're shopping for a dependable Virus for your bag, this Eclipse run is a great place to start.
Eclipse Glow Plastic
Eclipse is the premium glow plastic, built with the ultra-bright Glow Core 2.0 for visibility day or night. It's highly durable, so your Virus will have a long, consistent life, and it's a top pick for glow rounds and evening leagues. MVP notes that Eclipse offers an alternate flight compared to its other premium plastics, so it may fly a little differently than the same mold in Neutron or Proton. The Virus is also available in Fission, Neutron, Plasma and Proton.
The Mold
The Virus is a 21.1 cm distance driver with an 18.5 mm rim. It is exceptionally understable, with glide and responsive understability that keep it in the air. Power throwers can flex huge turnover shots with a straight, forward fade, while average throwers can extend and shape lines using its turn and gentle fade. Compared to the MVP lineup, it resembles a worn-in MVP Impulse.
Stability
The Virus 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 | 9 | Distance-driver speed that needs good arm speed to fly as rated. |
| Glide | 5 | Lots of glide to help it stay in the air and add distance. |
| Turn | -3.5 | Lots of turn to the right (RHBH), built for rollers and big turnovers. |
| Fade | 1 | Very little fade, so it finishes nearly straight. |
Flight Chart
Discs That Pair Well With the Virus
- Axiom Eclipse Insanity (9/5/-2/1.5): A worn-in distance driver for straight distance and turnovers.
- Axiom Neutron Wrath (9/4.5/-0.5/2): A turn-resistant 9-speed for headwinds and controlled distance.
- Axiom Neutron Fireball (9/3.5/0/3.5): An overstable utility driver for forehands and headwinds.
- Axiom Neutron Rhythm (7/5/-2/1): An understable fairway driver for straight drives and turnovers.
FAQ
Is the Axiom Virus good for beginners?
Yes. MVP calls the Virus Axiom's easiest-to-throw distance driver, perfect for newer players.
Is the Axiom Virus overstable?
No. The Virus is understable, rated 9/5/-3.5/1. Its 3.5 turn makes it a better fit for turnovers and hyzer-flips than hard fades.
What's the difference between Eclipse and Neutron plastic?
Eclipse is a durable premium glow plastic for night rounds, and it can fly a little differently. Neutron is the opaque flagship blend with the widest color selection.
What disc is similar to the Axiom Virus?
The MVP Impulse (9/5/-3/1) is the closest MVP match. MVP says the Virus resembles a worn-in Impulse.
How far does the Axiom Virus 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.
Description
The Axiom Eclipse Virus distance driver is Axiom's easiest-to-throw distance driver, molded in Eclipse plastic. It's built for newer players and veterans who want a driver they can manipulate any way they need, and it's at its best on easy distance, big turnovers, and line-extending shots. If you're shopping for a dependable Virus for your bag, this Eclipse run is a great place to start.
Eclipse Glow Plastic
Eclipse is the premium glow plastic, built with the ultra-bright Glow Core 2.0 for visibility day or night. It's highly durable, so your Virus will have a long, consistent life, and it's a top pick for glow rounds and evening leagues. MVP notes that Eclipse offers an alternate flight compared to its other premium plastics, so it may fly a little differently than the same mold in Neutron or Proton. The Virus is also available in Fission, Neutron, Plasma and Proton.
The Mold
The Virus is a 21.1 cm distance driver with an 18.5 mm rim. It is exceptionally understable, with glide and responsive understability that keep it in the air. Power throwers can flex huge turnover shots with a straight, forward fade, while average throwers can extend and shape lines using its turn and gentle fade. Compared to the MVP lineup, it resembles a worn-in MVP Impulse.
Stability
The Virus 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 | 9 | Distance-driver speed that needs good arm speed to fly as rated. |
| Glide | 5 | Lots of glide to help it stay in the air and add distance. |
| Turn | -3.5 | Lots of turn to the right (RHBH), built for rollers and big turnovers. |
| Fade | 1 | Very little fade, so it finishes nearly straight. |
Flight Chart
Discs That Pair Well With the Virus
- Axiom Eclipse Insanity (9/5/-2/1.5): A worn-in distance driver for straight distance and turnovers.
- Axiom Neutron Wrath (9/4.5/-0.5/2): A turn-resistant 9-speed for headwinds and controlled distance.
- Axiom Neutron Fireball (9/3.5/0/3.5): An overstable utility driver for forehands and headwinds.
- Axiom Neutron Rhythm (7/5/-2/1): An understable fairway driver for straight drives and turnovers.
FAQ
Is the Axiom Virus good for beginners?
Yes. MVP calls the Virus Axiom's easiest-to-throw distance driver, perfect for newer players.
Is the Axiom Virus overstable?
No. The Virus is understable, rated 9/5/-3.5/1. Its 3.5 turn makes it a better fit for turnovers and hyzer-flips than hard fades.
What's the difference between Eclipse and Neutron plastic?
Eclipse is a durable premium glow plastic for night rounds, and it can fly a little differently. Neutron is the opaque flagship blend with the widest color selection.
What disc is similar to the Axiom Virus?
The MVP Impulse (9/5/-3/1) is the closest MVP match. MVP says the Virus resembles a worn-in Impulse.
How far does the Axiom Virus 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.