Discraft Hades
The Discraft Hades is a understable distance driver (12/6/-3/2) - good for intermediate players.
Our take on the Hades
If you want a speed 12 distance driver that turns over easily and stretches your maximum distance, the Discraft Hades is one of the easiest big-speed drivers to control. The flight numbers tell the story: 12 speed, 6 glide, -3 turn, and only 2 fade. That -3 turn means it leans hard to the right out of a clean backhand for a right-handed thrower, holds long, sweeping turnover lines, and rewards smooth tempo over raw power. The modest 2 fade keeps the finish gentle, so it floats down rather than slamming left at the end.
Think of it as a faster, understable cousin to the Innova Wraith, but more turn-happy. With a 2.3 cm rim and a beadless feel, it fits comfortably in a power grip without the wall-like rim of pure overstable bombers.
Throw this if you are an intermediate or advanced player chasing distance, anhyzer flex shots, or rollers. If you have a big arm, expect it to turn and burn into the ground - this is not a headwind disc and not a stable workhorse.
Editorial assessment by Pine Tree Disc Golf, based on the Discraft Hades's flight numbers, specs, and how it compares to established molds.
Flight path
Estimated from the flight numbers (overhead view). Switch throw and power to see how the line changes.
Strengths
- +Easy turnover for added distance
- +Excellent glide for floaty finishes
- +Comfortable beadless 2.3 cm rim
- +Great for flex and roller lines
Weaknesses
- −Too understable for big arms
- −Struggles in headwinds
- −Not a reliable straight-line driver
Discraft Hades data sheet
How we verify: flight numbers are cross-checked against the Discraft listing on Infinite Discs and match. Distances, stability category, and beginner score are computed by Pine Tree Disc Golf from the flight numbers.
Hades plastics
18 plastics available. The dot shows how each run tends to fly vs the base numbers.
Big Z
runs more overstable
Colorshift Z Misprint
runs more overstable
ESP
runs more overstable
ESP Misprint
runs more overstable
McBeth Fly Dye
runs more overstable
Midnight Z
runs more overstable
Signature Big Z
runs more overstable
Signature ESP
runs more overstable
Signature ESP Misprint
runs more overstable
Signature Jawbreaker
runs more overstable
Signature Z Glo
runs more overstable
Signature Z Line
runs more overstable
Hades FAQ
Is the Hades overstable or understable?
The Discraft Hades is rated understable (stability -1), with flight numbers 12/6/-3/2 - turn -3, fade 2.
Is the Hades good for beginners?
Good for intermediate players. With a speed of 12 and turn of -3, it is moderate to control for newer players (beginner score 46/100).
How far does the Hades fly?
Roughly 286 ft at recreational arm speed, 361 ft at intermediate, and up to 440 ft for advanced players. Estimated from its speed (12) and glide (6).
Which Hades plastic is the most stable?
Premium/durable runs like Big Z, Colorshift Z Misprint, ESP tend to fly the most overstable, while baseline plastics start flippier and season in over time.
