Disc Spotlight - Discraft Meteor
Josh Jones
The Discraft Meteor is a glidey, understable 5-speed midrange built for smooth right-moving lines and easy shape. It shines on hyzer flips, turnovers, and scramble saves in the woods. It’s also a sneaky-good roller mid when you need ground play.
Flight: Speed 5 • Glide 5 • Turn -3 • Fade 1
Note: Stability can vary by plastic, weight, and wear.
What the Meteor is designed to do
The Meteor is your “make the disc move” midrange. It’s made to drift right on RHBH without forcing an anhyzer release. It’s beadless and feels clean out of the hand. That helps players who dislike beaded mids.
Newer Meteors tend to be controllably flippy. Beat-in Meteors become pure line-shapers. Many players keep one fresh and one seasoned.
How the Meteor flies (By power level)
If you throw ~200–260 ft
- Flies straight with a gentle turn and soft finish.
- Great for learning hyzer flips without overpowering the disc.
If you throw ~260–330 ft
- Easy hyzer flip to flat, then slow drift right.
- Flat releases become reliable turnovers that hold their line.
If you throw 330+ ft
- Becomes a true turnover specialist and roller option.
- Add more hyzer, use heavier weights, or choose a firmer plastic to calm it down.
Best uses for the Meteor
- Hyzer flips (signature shot) - Start it on a smooth hyzer angle and let it stand up. You’ll get effortless glide and a forward finish. This is the “cheat code” line in the woods.
- Turnover approaches and touch drives - Release flat or with slight anhyzer. The Meteor drifts right and keeps drifting. It’s perfect when you want the disc to finish right, not fade back.
- Smooth anhyzers that don’t dump - If your stable mids fight out early, the Meteor holds the angle longer. It’s ideal for shaping around obstacles and landing soft.
- Midrange rollers - That -3 turn makes the Meteor a natural roller mid. It’s great when you need a controlled ground option that doesn’t require a high-speed driver.
Plastics: What to choose (And why)
- Z Line: Durable and consistent. Usually the best choice if you want the Meteor to stay trustworthy longer. Availability changes, but these are common options you’ll see:
- ESP: Grippy with premium durability. Often seasons a little faster and can feel a touch more workable sooner.
- CryZtal: Clear, firm, and very durable. A nice pick when you want a slightly more controlled flight and longer life.
- Recycled ESP: Great feel and typically beats in faster. Ideal if you want the Meteor to become a pure line-shaper.
- Z Line FlyDye: Same general feel and durability as Z Line, with dyed aesthetics. Flight tends to be similar to the base plastic.
Similar discs
If you like the Meteor, these options hit a similar slot with a different “flavor” of understable control:
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Discraft Comet (4 / 5 / -2 / 1)
Choose this if you want more glide and a slower, floatier feel. Great for touch lines and clean-form shaping. -
Discraft Buzzz SS (5 / 4 / -2 / 1)
Pick the Buzzz SS if you want a straighter, more “laser” understable mid. It’s often less flippy than a Meteor. -
Discraft Sol (4 / 5 / -3 / 0)
Go Sol if you want a softer, more understable approach-style mid. Awesome for gentle right finishes and touch anhyzers. -
MVP Uplink (5 / 5 / -3 / 0.5)
A glide machine for smooth hyzer flips and drifting turnovers. Great when you want easy movement with minimal effort.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
Is the Discraft Meteor good for beginners?
Yes. It’s one of the easiest mids to get turning and gliding without forcing power. If it’s too flippy early, throw it with more hyzer or try a heavier weight.
What’s the difference between the Meteor and the Discraft Comet?
The Comet is slower and floatier with a more “touch” feel. The Meteor is faster in the air and usually easier to get turning on command.
Meteor vs Buzzz SS: which one is more understable?
Most players find the Meteor is the more “true understable” option. The Buzzz SS often feels like a seasoned, straighter Buzzz with a softer finish.
What’s the best plastic for the Meteor?
If you want it to stay consistent longer, start with Z Line or CryZtal. If you want it to work sooner and beat in faster, ESP or Recycled ESP is a great play.
Can I throw the Meteor forehand or in the wind?
You can, but it’s angle-sensitive. Keep the forehand smooth and avoid extra wobble. In headwinds, expect more turn—use more hyzer or choose a sturdier plastic.
Shop the Discraft Meteor
If you want a midrange that flips up easily and holds right-moving lines, the Discraft Meteor is a perfect fit.