Innova Destroyer Disc Golf Review
The Destroyer, by Innova, is the highest speed disc available in the cheap DX plastic. It has high speed (12), good glide (5) and gets excellent distance. The Destroyer has limited turn (-1) and a a pretty healthy fade. If you don’t have good control with your throws, the fade and distance on this puppy may take you places you don’t want to go. If you have some power, and like big distance, this is a disc you’ll want to invest in.
Kirk’s Review of Star Destroyer:
The Star Destroyer is Innova’s second hardest plastic, and I love it. With a forearm throw, this disc sails straight through the air for anywhere between 150 – 200 feet and then has a sharp fade to the right which is perfect for getting right around an obstacle. The fade is much sharper if you give the throw more altitude from your launch, and it almost falls right in place of where it’s fade descent begins allowing you to almost drop it anywhere.
With my backhand throws (which I usually throw about 150 feet), it goes for a while and then fades nicely to the left. If you use the fade to your advantage, this is a great disc to utilize on any basket which is going to require a curve.
Innova Orc Review: Powerful Distance Driver for Forehand and Backhand Players
The Innova Orc is one of the most reliable and consistent distance drivers for both beginner and intermediate disc golfers. It is especially praised by players who rely on forehand (sidearm) throws, thanks to its ideal rim size, stability, and dependable fade. The Orc has a flight rating of Speed 10, Glide 4, Turn -1, Fade 3, making it a perfect choice for players looking for a disc that offers both power and control.
Personally, the Orc is one of my favorite discs for forehand drives. The rim fits comfortably in my hand, allowing a clean and confident release. When I throw it with a slight anhyzer angle, it initially turns left for a few hundred feet, then levels into a smooth, stable glide before finishing with a reliable fade to the right (forehand RHBH). This classic S-curve flight pattern gives me excellent distance—often farther than what I can achieve with my backhand throws.
Why the Innova Orc Stands Out
The Orc combines speed, accuracy, and predictability, which makes it a favorite among disc golfers looking for a dependable driver. Whether you are throwing straight power shots, long hyzers, or flex forehand lines, the Orc maintains consistency. Its slightly overstable nature makes it stable enough for strong arms but still manageable for newer players, especially in Champion plastic or lighter weights.
Flight Performance and Use Cases
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Best for: Forehand throws, backhand power shots, controlled distance drives
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Flight pattern: Gentle turn with a strong fade
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Ideal skill level: Beginners (lighter weight), intermediate, and advanced
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Plastic recommendation: Champion Orc for durability and consistent stability
The Orc’s ability to hold an anhyzer before fading back gives it a long S-curve, maximizing distance without sacrificing accuracy. It is well-suited for wooded fairways, long open drives, and windy conditions thanks to its stable finish.
Key Benefits of the Innova Orc
✅ Excellent for forehand throwers
✅ Reliable distance with S-curve flight
✅ Versatile for various shot shapes
✅ Stable fade for controlled finishes
✅ Durable Champion plastic lasts long
✅ Beginner-friendly in lighter weights
✅ Trusted by intermediate and advanced players
I love this disc, and it’s perfect for challenging courses with plenty of obstacles. This is not ideal for weaving throw a narrow opening.
The destroyer has a very thick lip, and for the grip I use makes it difficult to accurately make forehand throws. For backhand throws, it has a long and predictable fade to the left. The fade of the destroyer has allowed me to curve my throws, and put me in positions that I otherwise couldn’t do with other discs.
