The Innova Wraith is a 11-speed stable to overstable distance driver. With published flight numbers of 11 / 5 / -1 / 3, it is most often described as suited for long backhand drives for developing arms, hyzer-flip-to-flat lines that finish stable.
Overview
The Innova Wraith is an 11/5/-1/3 distance driver that sits one notch below the Destroyer in both speed and rim width. Often nicknamed the 'baby Destroyer,' the Wraith is frequently the first true distance driver intermediate players reach for, and remains in many top pros' bags as a workable, stable-finishing long-range line. Reviewers consistently highlight its substantial glide and dependable hyzer-flip finish.
Flight characteristics
Flight numbers describe the published behavior of the disc when thrown at its design speed. Real-world flight varies with plastic, weight, age, and thrower power. The community-averaged numbers above reflect crowd-sourced observations from real throws — typically slightly more understable than the manufacturer's published values, which is the most consistent pattern across nearly every commercial mold.
Recommended uses
The Wraith is most effective on long, slightly anhyzer lines that flex back to a controlled fade, or on hyzer-flip-to-flat shapes. Developing players will often get more distance out of a Wraith than a Destroyer because the 11-speed rim demands less arm to reach peak flight. Champion-plastic Wraiths run more overstable and resist turn longer; Star and DX Wraiths offer more turn potential and a glidier line.
Best for:
- Long backhand drives for developing arms
- Hyzer-flip-to-flat lines that finish stable
- Wooded course drives requiring shape control
- Forehand distance drives at moderate power
Community notes — how players actually use this disc
Plastics & variants
The Wraith is available in the following plastic blends from Innova:[2]
Star, Champion, GStar, DX, Pro
Plastic blend significantly affects flight character. Premium plastics like Champion, Z, or C-Line generally fly more overstable when fresh and hold their stability over time. Base plastics like DX, Pro, or Active beat in faster and become more understable workhorses with use.
History
The Wraith was PDGA approved on August 15, 2005 (certification number 05-15) and has been continuously produced for two decades. Its longevity is a testament to how well the 11-speed / -1 / 3 slot suits everyday tournament play. Innova has released many limited and tournament editions of the Wraith (including Pro Worlds stamps and Color Glow Champion runs) that are popular with collectors.
Notable throwers
Nate Sexton, Ricky Wysocki (historically)
Similar discs
- Innova Destroyer · 12/5/-1/3
- Discraft Force · 12/5/0/3
- MVP Wave · 11/5/-2/2
References & further reading
- How to read disc golf flight numbers — Discpedia primer
- PDGA Approved Disc List — search for "Wraith" to find the Innova Wraith entry (PDGA-approved 2005)
- Innova official site — manufacturer product page
Sources
Content on this page has been cross-checked against the following sources. Numbered citations in the prose above link to the matching entry here.
- Wraith — PDGA Equipment Certification
- Wraith — Innova Disc Golf
- Innova Wraith Review — Inside the Circle
- Innova Wraith Review — Best Disc Golf Discs
- Innova Wraith Driver Review — Disc Golf Deals USA
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