Westside Discs Boatman
The Westside Discs Boatman is a overstable distance driver (11/5/0/2) - best for advanced players.
Flight path
Estimated from the flight numbers (overhead view). Switch throw and power to see how the line changes.
Strengths
- +High glide (5) - stays aloft and stretches every throw
- +High speed (11) - serious distance ceiling for power arms
Weaknesses
- −Needs real arm speed (11) to reach its rated flight
- −Overstable - resists turning, can be too much for low power
- −Demands power to turn over - not a first disc
Westside Discs Boatman data sheet
How we verify: flight numbers are cross-checked against the Westside Discs listing on Infinite Discs and match. Distances, stability category, and beginner score are computed by Pine Tree Disc Golf from the flight numbers.
Boatman plastics
11 plastics available. The dot shows how each run tends to fly vs the base numbers.
Tournament
runs more overstable
Tournament Burst
runs more overstable
Tournament Burst X-Out
runs more overstable
Tournament Recycled Muovi
runs more overstable
Tournament X-Out
runs more overstable
VIP
true to the numbers
VIP Air
true to the numbers
VIP Chameleon X-Out
true to the numbers
VIP Glimmer
true to the numbers
VIP Ice Chameleon
true to the numbers
VIP X-Out
true to the numbers
Boatman FAQ
Is the Boatman overstable or understable?
The Westside Discs Boatman is rated overstable (stability +2), with flight numbers 11/5/0/2 - turn 0, fade 2.
Is the Boatman good for beginners?
Best for advanced players. With a speed of 11 and turn of 0, it is challenging to control for newer players (beginner score 31/100).
How far does the Boatman fly?
Roughly 270 ft at recreational arm speed, 340 ft at intermediate, and up to 415 ft for advanced players. Estimated from its speed (11) and glide (5).
Which Boatman plastic is the most stable?
Premium/durable runs like Tournament, Tournament Burst, Tournament Burst X-Out tend to fly the most overstable, while baseline plastics start flippier and season in over time.
