Discraft Disc Golf Paige Pierce Signature Passion Fairway 8/5/-1/1 -Choose Exact
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SKU: DG-DC-PPPS (REF1234-41)
Description
The Discraft ESP Passion fairway driver is Paige Pierce's moderately understable fairway driver, molded in ESP plastic. It's built for players who want smooth, controllable flights, and it's at its best on smooth drives with a gentle turn. This listing is the Paige Pierce Signature Series release of the Passion. Paige Pierce is a 5x World Champion.
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 Passion in ESP will hold its flight well over time while giving you more grip than Discraft's harder Z plastic.
The Mold
The Passion is a moderately understable fairway driver, exceptional for smooth, controllable flights with a gentle turn and mild fade. It's ideal for players who want to shape throws with precision.
Stability
The Passion 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 | 5 | Lots of glide to help it stay in the air and add distance. |
| Turn | -1 | A touch of high-speed turn to the right (RHBH) for a little extra distance. |
| Fade | 1 | Very little fade, so it finishes nearly straight. |
Flight Chart
Other Passion Discs Available
Looking for a different plastic, stamp, or player edition? Here are the other Passion listings in our shop.
| Product | Plastic | Flight Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Paige Pierce ESP Passion Solid White | ESP | 8/5/-1/1 |
| Paige Pierce Z Lite Passion | Z Lite | 8/5/-1/1 |
| Z Line Fly Dye Paige Pierce Passion | Z Fly Dye | 8/5/-1/1 |
Discs That Pair Well With the Passion
- Discraft ESP Athena (7/5/0/2): An overstable fairway driver for control in the wind.
- Discraft ESP Cigarra (7/6/-1/2): A stable fairway driver for controlled placement.
- Discraft ESP Cicada (7/6/-1/1): An understable fairway driver for easy distance and turnovers.
- Discraft ESP Meteor (5/5/-3/1): An understable midrange for turnovers and easy straight flights.
FAQ
Is the Discraft Passion good for beginners?
Yes. Its gentle turn and mild fade make the Passion easy to control.
Is the Discraft Passion overstable?
No. The Passion is understable, rated 8/5/-1/1. 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.
Does the Paige Pierce Signature Series Passion fly differently than the standard Passion?
No. The Paige Pierce Signature Series release uses the same Passion mold and is rated 8/5/-1/1, just like the standard Passion. What's different is the stamp and edition, so you get the same flight with a collectible look. Plastic can still change the feel and grip slightly.
What disc is similar to the Discraft Passion?
The Discraft Cicada (7/6/-1/1) is a 7-speed with a similar straight-to-flip flight.
How far does the Discraft Passion 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 ESP Passion fairway driver is Paige Pierce's moderately understable fairway driver, molded in ESP plastic. It's built for players who want smooth, controllable flights, and it's at its best on smooth drives with a gentle turn. This listing is the Paige Pierce Signature Series release of the Passion. Paige Pierce is a 5x World Champion.
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 Passion in ESP will hold its flight well over time while giving you more grip than Discraft's harder Z plastic.
The Mold
The Passion is a moderately understable fairway driver, exceptional for smooth, controllable flights with a gentle turn and mild fade. It's ideal for players who want to shape throws with precision.
Stability
The Passion 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 | 5 | Lots of glide to help it stay in the air and add distance. |
| Turn | -1 | A touch of high-speed turn to the right (RHBH) for a little extra distance. |
| Fade | 1 | Very little fade, so it finishes nearly straight. |
Flight Chart
Other Passion Discs Available
Looking for a different plastic, stamp, or player edition? Here are the other Passion listings in our shop.
| Product | Plastic | Flight Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Paige Pierce ESP Passion Solid White | ESP | 8/5/-1/1 |
| Paige Pierce Z Lite Passion | Z Lite | 8/5/-1/1 |
| Z Line Fly Dye Paige Pierce Passion | Z Fly Dye | 8/5/-1/1 |
Discs That Pair Well With the Passion
- Discraft ESP Athena (7/5/0/2): An overstable fairway driver for control in the wind.
- Discraft ESP Cigarra (7/6/-1/2): A stable fairway driver for controlled placement.
- Discraft ESP Cicada (7/6/-1/1): An understable fairway driver for easy distance and turnovers.
- Discraft ESP Meteor (5/5/-3/1): An understable midrange for turnovers and easy straight flights.
FAQ
Is the Discraft Passion good for beginners?
Yes. Its gentle turn and mild fade make the Passion easy to control.
Is the Discraft Passion overstable?
No. The Passion is understable, rated 8/5/-1/1. 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.
Does the Paige Pierce Signature Series Passion fly differently than the standard Passion?
No. The Paige Pierce Signature Series release uses the same Passion mold and is rated 8/5/-1/1, just like the standard Passion. What's different is the stamp and edition, so you get the same flight with a collectible look. Plastic can still change the feel and grip slightly.
What disc is similar to the Discraft Passion?
The Discraft Cicada (7/6/-1/1) is a 7-speed with a similar straight-to-flip flight.
How far does the Discraft Passion 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.