Innova Firebird

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Why Throw the Innova Firebird? If you've been around the local leagues for more than a week, you've probably heard someone talk about their Firebird. It's arguably the most famous mold in the entire Innova lineup besides the Destroyer. With flight numbers of 9 | 3 | 0 | 4, it does not care how hard the wind is blowing. You rip it flat, it goes out a bit, and then it dumps hard. It's incredibly dependable for forehand players and anyone who needs a utility disc that will never turn over. Pick Your Plastic Because the Firebird is such a staple, Innova runs it in just about everything. Here are the go-to plastics you'll want to check out: Champion Firebird : The classic workhorse. It's highly durable, incredibly overstable out of the box, and takes forever to beat in. Star Firebird : Gives you a bit more grip than Champion, especially in the cold or rain, and will slowly season into a slightly straighter flying disc (but still fades hard). Proto Glow Firebird : Innova's new glow plastic is super bright and feels amazing in the hand. Perfect for twilight rounds. Halo Star Firebird : The gorgeous, premium upgrade. Halo plastic tends to be even beefier than standard Star, giving you ultimate overstability and huge glide. Frequently Asked Questions Is the Innova Firebird a good disc for beginners? For standard backhand throws, no. It's way too overstable and will just dive straight into the ground. However, it is a great utility disc for a beginner to keep in the bag for getting out of trouble in the woods or learning how to throw utility forehand shots. What is the difference between a Firebird and a Thunderbird? Think of the Thunderbird as a straighter, glidier brother to the Firebird. While both are 9-speed drivers, their flight shapes are completely different once they leave your hand: The Firebird (9 | 3 | 0 | 4): Built for utility and wind-fighting. It wants to get to the ground fast. It hooks up and dumps aggressively early in its flight, giving you huge flare skips