Why Try Lesser-Known Distance Driver Bombers?
When it comes to lesser-known distance driver bombers, there are certain discs that get overlooked. Whether because of professional endorsements, hype around new releases, or word of mouth, top-selling discs like the Innova Destroyer, Discmania DDX, Dynamic Discs Sheriff, and MVP Catalyst dominate the conversation.
But for those who enjoy discovering hidden gems, there are several underrated discs that perform incredibly well on the course.
I’m a right-handed, back-hand thrower with moderate power, so I tend to prefer distance drivers that aren’t super overstable. The discs in this review are generally straight-shooters with enough stability for excellent distance before fading out. Though a couple are a bit more “beefy,” they aren’t massively overstable, making them perfect for most players.
Latitude 64 HAVOC – A Lesser-Known Gem
The Havoc is surprisingly easy to throw for a high-speed driver. It avoids premature fade while maintaining a predictable finish. New players can develop their distance skills using this forgiving disc, and experienced players will appreciate its precision. The Havoc is truly a lesser-known distance driver bomber that deserves more attention.
The Havoc is a distance driver that is actually easier to throw than would be expected for a high-speed driver. It has enough understability to avoid a premature fade, yet it still has a predictable fade at the end of flight. I’ve seen relatively new players use the Havoc to develop their distance throwing skills because it is forgiving enough to give them good results without a lot of power. Yet the Havoc is still a solid enough driver to get really great distance once the player gets their technique polished. It is the kind of distance driver that can win a regular spot in a player’s bag.
I keep the Havoc in my bag for its long, straight, and precise flights. I prefer the Gold Line plastic for its slightly understable feel, while the Opto and Frost Line versions suit stronger throwers. Though underrated, the Havoc is a well-designed, comfortable driver with top-tier potential.
The Kahu is RPM Discs’ first distance driver from New Zealand. Although RPM is a young brand with few molds, it focuses on making each disc exceptional. The Kahu stands out for its vibrant Atomic and Cosmic plastics, which are durable, flexible, and offer great grip—qualities that often attract players even before they throw it.
The Kahu has varied flight characteristics depending on the run and wear. Some are straight, others understable or overstable. With a flat profile and wide rim, it flies fast and can handle different power levels. My most used Kahu flies straight with a gentle fade, while my newest, overstable one fades sharply for turning around obstacles.
Though Kahu’s can fly differently from one run to another, they are solid, high-performance discs, as long as you are willing to throw it around and get a feel for how it flies for you. The Kahu is the kind of disc that could match such juggernaut discs as a Destroyer, but is still unknown to most players. That is why I chose to feature it in this review. It deserves to be discovered!
Westside Discs from Finland makes some great distance driver molds, and they are manufactured by the Latitude 64 factory, so the plastic is very good and is merely renamed version of the same plastics. Some of their distance drivers have risen quickly in popularity and have enjoyed time in the spotlight. The King, (despite the flight ratings printed on the disc being universally accepted as nearly opposite the actual flight results) has become a very popular understable distance bomber. Then the Destiny came along and was embraced as yet another easy-to-throw high-speed bomber. But one of the bombers that seemed to miss its moment in the spotlight is the Catapult.
I first tested the Catapult using an inexpensive misprint and was amazed by its performance. Despite being more overstable than the King or Destiny, it delivers impressive distance before its reliable fade. During field testing with my son, his powerful anhyzer throw sent the Catapult over 20 feet farther than any other driver we tried.
I chose to feature the Catapult as part of this review for those power throwers who like a disc with manageable overstability that they can really rip at full power, yet it isn’t overly dramatic in its fade. It deserves its place in the highly respected ranks of other Westside drivers.
The Fasti is slightly understable, holds its line well, and has a light fade at the end. It’s perfect for intermediate to experienced players. This lesser-known distance driver from Prodiscus deserves more attention in the USA and could rival other popular new drivers.
The Fasti didn’t perform as well at slower speeds, which is what makes me think it isn’t so much a distance driver for beginners as much as it is a dependable, understable distance bomber for intermediate to experienced players who can throw at higher speeds. Thus, it fits the name– “Fasti”. It is very overlooked in the USA, like most of the Prodiscus family (other than the popular overstable putt-and-approach disc, the Jokeri). Thus I think it deserves more attention and it could match up to another extremely popular, similar new distance driver, the Innova Shryke.
I hope that players out there are open to trying new discs and that this review has been helpful in that discovery. As a distance driver fanboy, these are four of the lesser-known discs that really stand out to me. Feel free to share your lesser-known recommendations in the comments below.
I have never heard of Prodiscus before, I’m going to have to check them out!