Innova Disc Golf Halo Star Sidewinder Distance Driver 9/5/-3/1 - Choose Disc
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SKU: DG-INV-HLS-SW (REF206 *AST**4)
Description
The Innova Halo Star Sidewinder fairway driver is a fast driver with predictable turn and plenty of glide, molded in Halo Star plastic. It's built for newer players and anyone who wants easy distance and turnovers, and it's at its best on turnovers and rollers. If you're shopping for a dependable Sidewinder for your bag, this Halo Star run is a great place to start.
Halo Star Plastic
Halo Star is Innova's latest high-performance polymer, offering maximum durability and a brilliant appearance. A two-tone injection process gives every disc a "Halo" rim that's a different color than the flight plate. Every Halo Star disc looks unique, but runs are extremely consistent, and it's a slightly more stable version of Star with Star's durability and superior grip.
The Mold
The Sidewinder is a fast flyer with predictable high-speed turn and lots of glide. It can add distance to anyone's drive, especially players with less power, and it's Innova's best disc for long turnover shots and distance rollers.
Stability
The Sidewinder is understable. Understable discs turn away from your throwing arm at speed, making turnovers and hyzer-flips easier and helping lower-power players fly straight. For right-hand backhand (RHBH) throwers, it tends to drift right during the fastest part of its flight, then shows a gentle fade back to the left. Left-hand backhand (LHBH) throwers will see the mirror image, drifting left early and fading right at the end. Forehand flights flip that pattern: right-hand forehand (RHFH) follows the LHBH line and left-hand forehand (LHFH) follows the RHBH line. It suits beginners who need help getting straight flights as well as advanced players who want to shape turnovers.
Flight Numbers
| Rating | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 9 | Fairway speed, manageable for most arms. |
| Glide | 5 | Lots of glide to help it stay in the air and add distance. |
| Turn | -3 | Noticeable turn to the right (RHBH) at speed, great for turnovers and hyzer-flips. |
| Fade | 1 | Very little fade, so it finishes nearly straight. |
Flight Chart
Other Sidewinder Discs Available
Looking for a different plastic, stamp, or edition? Here are the other Sidewinder listings in our shop.
| Product | Plastic | Flight Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Champion I-Dye Sidewinder | Champion I-Dye | 9/5/-3/1 |
| Champion Sidewinder | Champion | 9/5/-3/1 |
| DX Sidewinder | DX | 9/5/-3/1 |
| GStar Sidewinder | GStar | 9/5/-3/1 |
| Star Sidewinder | Star | 9/5/-3/1 |
Discs That Pair Well With the Sidewinder
- Innova Halo Star Firebird (9/3/0/4): Innova's most popular upwind driver.
- Innova Star Teebird (7/5/0/2): One of Innova's most accurate and reliable fairway drivers.
- Innova Star TL (7/5/-1/1): The Teebird's straighter-flying brother.
- Innova Halo Star Fox (5/6/-2/1): Innova's farthest-gliding midrange.
FAQ
Is the Innova Sidewinder good for beginners?
Yes. Innova says the Sidewinder is especially useful for players with less power.
Is the Innova Sidewinder overstable?
No. The Sidewinder is understable, rated 9/5/-3/1, and its turn makes it a better fit for turnovers and easy straight flights than hard fades.
What's the difference between Halo Star and Star plastic?
Halo Star is a two-tone version of Star with a different-colored rim, and it's slightly more stable. Both share Star's durability and grip.
What disc is similar to the Innova Sidewinder?
The Innova Roadrunner (9/5/-4/1) is a 9-speed with even more turn.
How far does the Innova Sidewinder fly?
With an average arm, expect roughly 345 feet. Distance depends heavily on your power and form, so stronger throwers will go farther and newer players shorter.
Description
The Innova Halo Star Sidewinder fairway driver is a fast driver with predictable turn and plenty of glide, molded in Halo Star plastic. It's built for newer players and anyone who wants easy distance and turnovers, and it's at its best on turnovers and rollers. If you're shopping for a dependable Sidewinder for your bag, this Halo Star run is a great place to start.
Halo Star Plastic
Halo Star is Innova's latest high-performance polymer, offering maximum durability and a brilliant appearance. A two-tone injection process gives every disc a "Halo" rim that's a different color than the flight plate. Every Halo Star disc looks unique, but runs are extremely consistent, and it's a slightly more stable version of Star with Star's durability and superior grip.
The Mold
The Sidewinder is a fast flyer with predictable high-speed turn and lots of glide. It can add distance to anyone's drive, especially players with less power, and it's Innova's best disc for long turnover shots and distance rollers.
Stability
The Sidewinder is understable. Understable discs turn away from your throwing arm at speed, making turnovers and hyzer-flips easier and helping lower-power players fly straight. For right-hand backhand (RHBH) throwers, it tends to drift right during the fastest part of its flight, then shows a gentle fade back to the left. Left-hand backhand (LHBH) throwers will see the mirror image, drifting left early and fading right at the end. Forehand flights flip that pattern: right-hand forehand (RHFH) follows the LHBH line and left-hand forehand (LHFH) follows the RHBH line. It suits beginners who need help getting straight flights as well as advanced players who want to shape turnovers.
Flight Numbers
| Rating | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 9 | Fairway speed, manageable for most arms. |
| Glide | 5 | Lots of glide to help it stay in the air and add distance. |
| Turn | -3 | Noticeable turn to the right (RHBH) at speed, great for turnovers and hyzer-flips. |
| Fade | 1 | Very little fade, so it finishes nearly straight. |
Flight Chart
Other Sidewinder Discs Available
Looking for a different plastic, stamp, or edition? Here are the other Sidewinder listings in our shop.
| Product | Plastic | Flight Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Champion I-Dye Sidewinder | Champion I-Dye | 9/5/-3/1 |
| Champion Sidewinder | Champion | 9/5/-3/1 |
| DX Sidewinder | DX | 9/5/-3/1 |
| GStar Sidewinder | GStar | 9/5/-3/1 |
| Star Sidewinder | Star | 9/5/-3/1 |
Discs That Pair Well With the Sidewinder
- Innova Halo Star Firebird (9/3/0/4): Innova's most popular upwind driver.
- Innova Star Teebird (7/5/0/2): One of Innova's most accurate and reliable fairway drivers.
- Innova Star TL (7/5/-1/1): The Teebird's straighter-flying brother.
- Innova Halo Star Fox (5/6/-2/1): Innova's farthest-gliding midrange.
FAQ
Is the Innova Sidewinder good for beginners?
Yes. Innova says the Sidewinder is especially useful for players with less power.
Is the Innova Sidewinder overstable?
No. The Sidewinder is understable, rated 9/5/-3/1, and its turn makes it a better fit for turnovers and easy straight flights than hard fades.
What's the difference between Halo Star and Star plastic?
Halo Star is a two-tone version of Star with a different-colored rim, and it's slightly more stable. Both share Star's durability and grip.
What disc is similar to the Innova Sidewinder?
The Innova Roadrunner (9/5/-4/1) is a 9-speed with even more turn.
How far does the Innova Sidewinder fly?
With an average arm, expect roughly 345 feet. Distance depends heavily on your power and form, so stronger throwers will go farther and newer players shorter.