Full Turn Beacon
182 g maxBeaded
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Full Turn Beacon

The Full Turn Beacon is a very overstable midrange (5/3/0.5/3) - best for advanced players.

5
Speed
3
Glide
0.5
Turn
3
Fade
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Stability
Very overstable
turn 0.5 + fade 3 = +3.5
Beginner score
40/100
Advanced · advanced players
Estimated distance
Rec198 ft
Int250 ft
Adv305 ft
Where it fits
hard, reliable fade for wind and corners
Infinite: Intermediate, Advanced

Flight path

Estimated from the flight numbers (overhead view). Switch throw and power to see how the line changes.

0100200300400500Distance (ft)Fade / Turn

Strengths

  • +Low speed (5) - controllable at any arm speed

Weaknesses

  • Strong fade (3) - hooks left hard at the end (RHBH)
  • Overstable - resists turning, can be too much for low power
  • Demands power to turn over - not a first disc

Full Turn Beacon data sheet

Flight numbers5 / 3 / 0.5 / 3
StabilityVery overstable (+3.5)
TypeMidrange
Recommended skillIntermediate, Advanced
Diameter21.9 cm
Height1.7 cm
Rim depth1.2 cm
Rim width1.5 cm
Max weight182 g
BeadBeaded

How we verify: flight numbers are cross-checked against the Full Turn listing on Infinite Discs and match. Distances, stability category, and beginner score are computed by Pine Tree Disc Golf from the flight numbers.

Beacon FAQ

Is the Beacon overstable or understable?

The Full Turn Beacon is rated very overstable (stability +3.5), with flight numbers 5/3/0.5/3 - turn 0.5, fade 3.

Is the Beacon good for beginners?

Best for advanced players. With a speed of 5 and turn of 0.5, it is challenging to control for newer players (beginner score 40/100).

How far does the Beacon fly?

Roughly 198 ft at recreational arm speed, 250 ft at intermediate, and up to 305 ft for advanced players. Estimated from its speed (5) and glide (3).

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