Discraft Disc Golf ESP Meteor Midrange 5/5/-3/1 - Choose Exact Disc
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Discraft
SKU: DG-DC-MET-ESP (REF636-29)
Description
The Discraft ESP Meteor midrange is an understable midrange built for glide, molded in ESP plastic. It's built for players who want effortless straight flights, and it's at its best on straight flights and technical control shots. If you're shopping for a dependable Meteor for your bag, this ESP run is a great place to start.
ESP Plastic
ESP is Discraft's premier opaque, swirled plastic. It balances a gummy-yet-firm, tacky grip with high durability, which makes it a favorite for all-around everyday play. Your Meteor in ESP will hold its flight well over time while giving you more grip than Discraft's harder Z plastic. The Meteor is also available in Recycled ESP, Z Fly Dye and Z Line.
The Mold
The Meteor is designed for glide and effortless straight flights. In Z, it breaks in slowly into an easy-turning midrange for technical control shots.
Stability
The Meteor 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 | 5 | Midrange speed that rewards smooth form over raw power. |
| 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 | 1 | Very little fade, so it finishes nearly straight. |
Flight Chart
Discs That Pair Well With the Meteor
- Discraft ESP Buzzz OS (5/4/0/3): An overstable midrange for wind and forehands.
- Discraft ESP Buzzz (5/4/-1/1): Discraft's most popular midrange, straight to stable.
- Discraft ESP Comet (4/5/-2/1): A legendary straight-flying approach midrange.
- Discraft Putter Line Hard Fierce (3/4/-2/0): An understable putter for turnover approaches.
FAQ
Is the Discraft Meteor good for beginners?
Yes. Its glide and understability make the Meteor easy to throw straight.
Is the Discraft Meteor overstable?
No. The Meteor is understable, rated 5/5/-3/1. Its turn makes it a better fit for turnovers and hyzer-flips than hard fades.
What's the difference between ESP and Z plastic?
ESP is opaque and swirled with a gummy-yet-firm, tacky grip. Z is harder, translucent, and glossy, with maximum durability that holds its original flight for years.
What disc is similar to the Discraft Meteor?
The Discraft Comet (4/5/-2/1) is a slower 4-speed with a little less turn.
How far does the Discraft Meteor fly?
With an average arm, expect roughly 275 feet. Distance depends heavily on your power and form, so stronger throwers will go farther and newer players shorter.
Description
The Discraft ESP Meteor midrange is an understable midrange built for glide, molded in ESP plastic. It's built for players who want effortless straight flights, and it's at its best on straight flights and technical control shots. If you're shopping for a dependable Meteor for your bag, this ESP run is a great place to start.
ESP Plastic
ESP is Discraft's premier opaque, swirled plastic. It balances a gummy-yet-firm, tacky grip with high durability, which makes it a favorite for all-around everyday play. Your Meteor in ESP will hold its flight well over time while giving you more grip than Discraft's harder Z plastic. The Meteor is also available in Recycled ESP, Z Fly Dye and Z Line.
The Mold
The Meteor is designed for glide and effortless straight flights. In Z, it breaks in slowly into an easy-turning midrange for technical control shots.
Stability
The Meteor 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 | 5 | Midrange speed that rewards smooth form over raw power. |
| 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 | 1 | Very little fade, so it finishes nearly straight. |
Flight Chart
Discs That Pair Well With the Meteor
- Discraft ESP Buzzz OS (5/4/0/3): An overstable midrange for wind and forehands.
- Discraft ESP Buzzz (5/4/-1/1): Discraft's most popular midrange, straight to stable.
- Discraft ESP Comet (4/5/-2/1): A legendary straight-flying approach midrange.
- Discraft Putter Line Hard Fierce (3/4/-2/0): An understable putter for turnover approaches.
FAQ
Is the Discraft Meteor good for beginners?
Yes. Its glide and understability make the Meteor easy to throw straight.
Is the Discraft Meteor overstable?
No. The Meteor is understable, rated 5/5/-3/1. Its turn makes it a better fit for turnovers and hyzer-flips than hard fades.
What's the difference between ESP and Z plastic?
ESP is opaque and swirled with a gummy-yet-firm, tacky grip. Z is harder, translucent, and glossy, with maximum durability that holds its original flight for years.
What disc is similar to the Discraft Meteor?
The Discraft Comet (4/5/-2/1) is a slower 4-speed with a little less turn.
How far does the Discraft Meteor fly?
With an average arm, expect roughly 275 feet. Distance depends heavily on your power and form, so stronger throwers will go farther and newer players shorter.