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The Science of Long Drives: How the Ballista Pro Cuts Through Wind

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  When you watch a disc carve through the air and hold its line against the wind, it feels effortless. Yet, nothing about that flight is accidental. Every ridge, curve, and gram of plastic on the Latitude 64 Ballista Pro serves a purpose. The design is shaped by physics, refined by field testing, and trusted by players who understand how air behaves when it meets spin and force. Many players chase distance, but few study what makes distance possible. The Ballista Pro invites that kind of curiosity. It doesn't promise instant results. It rewards learning. When you begin to see why it stays stable in headwinds or why it glides longer in calm air, the science starts to feel like second nature. Air Resistance and Shape A disc in flight meets invisible pressure. Air pushes against it from every side. The front edge splits that pressure, while the curved top draws air over and under at different speeds. This difference creates lift, the same force that keeps an airplane up. The s...
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Building the Game: How Washington’s Disc Golf Community Grows

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  Washington's disc golf scene doesn't just appear overnight—it emerges through people, events, and little moments that stick with you. Dip's Discs plays a noticeable part in that. Their home in Oak Harbour feels familiar, even if you've only visited once or twice. You sense that quietly growing energy. They help host tournaments that feel more like gatherings than competitions. Take the North Whidbey Open, held at Deception Pass Golf Center in Oak Harbor. That inaugural tournament drew 72 players. A robust turnout, yes—and that fact alone hints at some momentum. But what matters—well, things like local players spotting old friends on the first hole, or someone forgetting a putter and borrowing one mid-round. The event felt lived-in, not polished. Then there's the Skagit River Open at Whitmarsh DGC in Burlington. The weather tried its best to shut things down—rain, hail, snow, wind. Yet people showed, played. Many stuck it out. That suggests the sport's root...
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Choosing Your First Ballista Pro: Plastic Types, Stability, and When to Throw It

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  Picking up a  Latitude 64 Ballista Pro for the first time feels a bit like buying a sports car. Maybe that’s overstating it, but not by much. It’s fast, wide-rimmed, and designed to cover huge distance. It also demands some respect. If your form is slightly off, it’ll show. That’s part of what makes it such a favorite for seasoned players who want distance with a touch of control. Still, it’s not just about raw power. The Ballista Pro stands out because you can pick from different plastics, each shifting the flight a little. That changes when you reach for it during a round. Here’s how that all breaks down, so you can figure out which version might actually work for you.   Why choose the Ballista Pro at all? This disc is known for being overstable. It has flight numbers of 14, 4, 0, 3. That means it’s fast, with solid glide, very little turn, and a reliable fade at the end. It’s basically the disc you pull out when you want a predictable finish, even in wind. ...
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MVP Neutron Discs: Where Precision Meets Feel

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  Every disc golfer remembers the one disc that felt different. Not because of wild flight numbers or flashy design—but because it just… clicked. For many players, that disc came from MVP’s Neutron plastic line. MVP Neutron discs aren’t loud about their performance. They don’t feel stiff or gimmicky. They just fly well—and hold their line when thrown clean. At Dips Discs, you’ll find a wide collection of MVP molds in Neutron plastic—some familiar, some newer, all worth a closer look if you’ve never thrown one.   What Makes Neutron Plastic Different   MVP doesn’t make it a mystery. Neutron is their premium plastic. It blends durability with a comfortable grip. You’ll notice the texture first—firm in the hand, without being slippery or overly tacky. In warm weather, it holds steady. In colder months, it stays usable. That balance matters when conditions aren’t perfect. Which, let’s be honest, is most of the time. Some players say it has a touch more dome than...
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Latitude 64 Ballista Pro – Built for Power, Made to Fly

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  There are discs you grow into. Ones that ask more from your form, arm speed, and patience. The Latitude 64 Ballista Pro is one of those. It's not trying to be everybody's driver—but it unlocks something different for the players who can handle it. Something faster, farther, and—occasionally—fierce. But is it the right disc for you ? That's where things get interesting. Because the answer depends not just on stats or specs but on what kind of disc golfer you are right now… and maybe who you're trying to become.   Designed for Distance: The Ballista Pro's First Impression   From the first throw, it's clear the Ballista Pro wasn't built for safe, conservative golf. It's meant to move . With a speed rating of 14 , a glide of 4 , a turn of 0 , and a fade of 3 , this disc flies with a purpose and tends to stay on that path. If you've thrown the original Ballista, you'll notice the Pro version adds more stability. That means fewer high-s...
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