DISC INFORMATION:
Brand: Discraft
Mold: Cicada
Material: Z-Line
Type: Fairway Driver
Stamp Art: Stock
FLIGHT NUMBERS:
Speed 7.0 | Glide 6.0 | Turn -1.0 | Fade 1.0 | Stability 0.5
SHOTS USED FOR:
Fairway Driver | Stable | Skill Level: Everyone
Discraft Cicada, released in 2024, is a stable, controllable fairway driver designed for a variety of situations. Here's a closer look at its characteristics:
Straight Flight Path: Boasting a flight rating of 7 speed, 6 glide, -1 turn, and 1 fade, the Cicada is known for its ability to hold a straight line with a dependable fade at the end of its flight. This makes it ideal for accurate fairway drives and controlled hyzer flips.
Workable for Various Lines: With a touch of turn (-1), the Cicada can be manipulated for strategic shot shaping. It can handle both hyzer lines (with a reliable fade) and gentle anhyzer lines with a predictable finish.
Controllable for Different Skill Levels: The Cicada's stable flight profile makes it manageable for a wider range of players, from beginners who are developing their throwing form to experienced players seeking a controllable fairway driver. Chris Dickerson, a professional disc golfer, even incorporates the Cicada into his bag.
Discraft Cicada is a versatile fairway driver that provides a straight flight path with dependable fade. Its controllability makes it a good option for various skill levels and allows for strategic shot shaping.
Discraft Z-Line plastic is a durable, translucent blend that is known for its excellent grip and feel. It is one of the most popular plastic blends in disc golf, and is used on a wide variety of discs, from drivers to putters.
Z-Line plastic is made with a high percentage of Z-Flex, a proprietary polymer that gives the discs their durability and flexibility. This makes Z-Line discs ideal for use in a variety of conditions, including cold weather and rough terrain.
Z-Line discs also have a unique grip and feel that is loved by many disc golfers. The plastic is slightly tacky, but not too sticky, and it provides a good grip even in wet conditions. Z-Line discs are also known for their excellent glide and distance potential.
DETAILED INFORMATION:
Max Weight: 177.6gr
Diameter: 21.4cm
Height: 1.6cm
Rim Depth: 1.2cm
Rim Thickness: 1.7cm
Inside Rim Diameter: 18.0cm
Rim Depth / Diameter Ratio: 5.6%
Rim Configuration: 35.25
Flexibility: 9.32kg
PDGA APPROVAL DATE:
08/28/2023
