Latitude 64 Disc Golf Gold Ballista Distance Driver 14/5/-1/3 - Choose Exact
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Latitude 64
SKU: DG-L64-G-BLST (REF178-9)
Description
The Latitude 64 Gold Ballista distance driver is one of the fastest discs in the world with a dependable flight, molded in Gold plastic. It's built for players who want a predictable, reliable flight, and it's at its best on max-speed distance drives. Latitude 64 makes its discs in its own factory in the north of Sweden, designed by PDGA Hall of Famer Tomas Ekström.
Gold Plastic
Gold Line is Latitude 64's premium blend. It starts from the same plastics used in Opto Line, with an added polymer for better grip without losing Opto's excellent durability.
The Mold
The Ballista combines speed with accuracy: one of the fastest discs in the world with a dependable flight path. It's overstable for beginners and slightly understable for experienced players.
Stability
The Ballista is stable. Stable discs fly straight for most of their flight and finish with a dependable fade. For right-hand backhand (RHBH) throwers, it flies straight with a reliable fade to the left at the end. Left-hand backhand (LHBH) throwers will see the mirror image, with the fade finishing to the right. Forehand flights flip that pattern: right-hand forehand (RHFH) follows the LHBH line and left-hand forehand (LHFH) follows the RHBH line. It's best for intermediate to advanced players with good arm speed.
Flight Numbers
| Rating | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 14 | 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 | -1 | A touch of high-speed turn to the right (RHBH) for a little extra distance. |
| Fade | 3 | A strong, reliable fade to the left (RHBH) at the end of the flight. |
Flight Chart
Other Ballista Discs Available
Looking for a different plastic or flex? Here are the other Ballista listings in our shop.
| Product | Plastic | Flight Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Retro Burst Ballista | Retro Burst | 14/5/-1/3 |
| Opto Air Ballista | Opto Air | 14/5/-1/3 |
| Opto Ballista | Opto | 14/5/-1/3 |
| Opto Moonshine Ballista | Opto Moonshine | 14/5/-1/3 |
Discs That Pair Well With the Ballista
- Latitude 64 Royal Grand Strive (13/5/-1/3): A fast, overstable Royal distance driver.
- Latitude 64 Gold Sapphire (10/6/-2/1.5): The first distance driver in the Easy-to-Use line.
- Latitude 64 Opto Explorer (7/5/0/2): The 2018 Disc of the Year workhorse fairway driver.
- Latitude 64 Opto Striker (8/5/0/2): A control driver for accurate drives.
FAQ
Is the Latitude 64 Ballista good for beginners?
Not as a first driver. At 14 speed it needs real arm speed.
Is the Latitude 64 Ballista overstable?
Not really. The Ballista is stable, rated 14/5/-1/3, so it flies straight with a dependable fade rather than the hard hook of an overstable disc.
What's the difference between Gold and Opto plastic?
Gold has Opto-level durability with better grip. Opto is translucent and ultra-durable.
What disc is similar to the Latitude 64 Ballista?
The Latitude 64 Gold Ballista Pro (14/4/0/3) is its more stable big brother.
How far does the Latitude 64 Ballista fly?
With an average arm, expect roughly 430 feet. Distance depends heavily on your power and form, so stronger throwers will go farther and newer players shorter.
Description
The Latitude 64 Gold Ballista distance driver is one of the fastest discs in the world with a dependable flight, molded in Gold plastic. It's built for players who want a predictable, reliable flight, and it's at its best on max-speed distance drives. Latitude 64 makes its discs in its own factory in the north of Sweden, designed by PDGA Hall of Famer Tomas Ekström.
Gold Plastic
Gold Line is Latitude 64's premium blend. It starts from the same plastics used in Opto Line, with an added polymer for better grip without losing Opto's excellent durability.
The Mold
The Ballista combines speed with accuracy: one of the fastest discs in the world with a dependable flight path. It's overstable for beginners and slightly understable for experienced players.
Stability
The Ballista is stable. Stable discs fly straight for most of their flight and finish with a dependable fade. For right-hand backhand (RHBH) throwers, it flies straight with a reliable fade to the left at the end. Left-hand backhand (LHBH) throwers will see the mirror image, with the fade finishing to the right. Forehand flights flip that pattern: right-hand forehand (RHFH) follows the LHBH line and left-hand forehand (LHFH) follows the RHBH line. It's best for intermediate to advanced players with good arm speed.
Flight Numbers
| Rating | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 14 | 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 | -1 | A touch of high-speed turn to the right (RHBH) for a little extra distance. |
| Fade | 3 | A strong, reliable fade to the left (RHBH) at the end of the flight. |
Flight Chart
Other Ballista Discs Available
Looking for a different plastic or flex? Here are the other Ballista listings in our shop.
| Product | Plastic | Flight Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Retro Burst Ballista | Retro Burst | 14/5/-1/3 |
| Opto Air Ballista | Opto Air | 14/5/-1/3 |
| Opto Ballista | Opto | 14/5/-1/3 |
| Opto Moonshine Ballista | Opto Moonshine | 14/5/-1/3 |
Discs That Pair Well With the Ballista
- Latitude 64 Royal Grand Strive (13/5/-1/3): A fast, overstable Royal distance driver.
- Latitude 64 Gold Sapphire (10/6/-2/1.5): The first distance driver in the Easy-to-Use line.
- Latitude 64 Opto Explorer (7/5/0/2): The 2018 Disc of the Year workhorse fairway driver.
- Latitude 64 Opto Striker (8/5/0/2): A control driver for accurate drives.
FAQ
Is the Latitude 64 Ballista good for beginners?
Not as a first driver. At 14 speed it needs real arm speed.
Is the Latitude 64 Ballista overstable?
Not really. The Ballista is stable, rated 14/5/-1/3, so it flies straight with a dependable fade rather than the hard hook of an overstable disc.
What's the difference between Gold and Opto plastic?
Gold has Opto-level durability with better grip. Opto is translucent and ultra-durable.
What disc is similar to the Latitude 64 Ballista?
The Latitude 64 Gold Ballista Pro (14/4/0/3) is its more stable big brother.
How far does the Latitude 64 Ballista fly?
With an average arm, expect roughly 430 feet. Distance depends heavily on your power and form, so stronger throwers will go farther and newer players shorter.