Westside Discs Plastics
Westside Discs is a Finnish disc golf brand manufactured at Latitude 64's factory in Sweden — making it part of the Trilogy family alongside Latitude 64 and Dynamic Discs. Westside is known for unique mold designs and names inspired by mythology, and their plastic lineup mirrors the Trilogy system with Westside-specific naming.
This guide covers every Westside Discs plastic type — what it feels like, how durable it is, and when to use it. Whether you're choosing a BT blend for your Harp, picking between VIP and Tournament for your Sword, or wondering what VIP Ice actually means, you'll find the answer here.
Quick Reference
- Putting? Use BT Soft, BT Medium, or BT Hard.
- Throwing/driving? Use VIP (most durable) or Tournament (grippiest).
- Maximum overstability? Use VIP Ice.
- Cold or wet weather? Use Elasto or Tournament.
- Night rounds? Use Moonshine.
- Lightweight/beginner? Use VIP Air.
- Budget? Use Origio.
Westside Discs Plastic Types Explained
VIP
VIP is Westside Discs' flagship premium plastic — translucent, extremely durable, and designed to maintain flight characteristics through heavy use. It's the Trilogy equivalent of Latitude 64's Opto and Dynamic Discs' Lucid. VIP discs tend to fly slightly more overstable than Tournament in the same mold, holding their stability longer over time. Popular Westside discs in VIP include the Harp, Destiny, and Sword.
Best for: Drivers and midranges you throw hard and often. Maximum durability and long-term stability.
Shop VIP →VIP Ice
VIP Ice is a firmer, stiffer variant of standard VIP plastic. It has a harder feel in the hand and tends to fly even more overstable than regular VIP. The "Ice" treatment gives it a distinctive look and a premium feel that many players love. The Sockibomb Harp in VIP Ice is one of the most popular approach discs in disc golf — the added stiffness gives forehand players extra confidence.
Best for: Maximum overstability. Forehand approach discs, utility discs, and players who want the firmest premium feel.
Shop VIP Ice →Tournament
Tournament is Westside's grippier premium plastic — opaque, durable, and more comfortable in the hand than VIP. It's comparable to Latitude 64's Gold Line and Dynamic Discs' Fuzion. Tournament tends to fly a touch less overstable than VIP in the same mold, giving you slightly more workability. It's the premium plastic to choose when grip matters — especially in cold, wet, or humid conditions.
Best for: Players who want premium durability with better grip than VIP. Great for all disc types in all weather.
Shop Tournament →Elasto
Elasto is Westside's flexible premium plastic. It has a rubbery, pliable feel with excellent grip — especially in cold weather where stiffer plastics become uncomfortable. Elasto discs land softer with less skip, making them great for approach shots. The flexibility is noticeable but the disc still maintains good durability. Think of it as the Westside equivalent of Dynamic Discs' Fluid or Latitude 64's Frost Line.
Best for: Cold weather play, approach discs that need to sit, and players who prefer a soft, flexible feel.
Shop Elasto →BT (Burst)
BT is Westside's baseline putter plastic — grippy, affordable, and designed for putting and short-range approaches. It comes in multiple firmness levels: BT Soft (flexible, maximum chain-grab), BT Medium (balanced firmness and grip), and BT Hard (firm, consistent release for spin putters). BT is comparable to Latitude 64's Zero line and Dynamic Discs' Classic. The Harp in BT Hard is a popular forehand approach option.
Best for: Putting putters and approach discs. Choose your firmness: Soft for grip, Medium for balance, Hard for spin putting.
Shop BT Plastic →Origio
Origio is Westside's budget-friendly baseline plastic — the equivalent of Latitude 64's Retro, Dynamic Discs' Prime, or Innova's DX. It's affordable, grippy, and beats in quickly to become more understable over time. Origio is the cheapest way to try Westside molds before committing to premium plastic. It's also a smart choice for wooded courses where disc loss is a real risk.
Best for: Budget discs, trying new molds cheaply, and wooded courses where you might lose a disc.
Shop Origio →VIP Air
VIP Air takes the durable VIP plastic and lightens it to produce discs in the 155-165g range. The lighter weight means easier distance with less effort — great for beginners, players with slower arm speeds, and anyone who wants to add a lightweight disc for tailwind conditions. VIP Air discs still feel full-sized; they're not thin or flimsy.
Best for: Beginners, slower arm speeds, and easy distance in lightweight premium plastic.
Shop VIP Air →Moonshine
Moonshine is Westside's glow plastic, shared across the Trilogy family. It's built on the VIP platform with a glow core for night-round visibility. Moonshine discs fly slightly more overstable than standard VIP — typical for glow plastics. Good for glow leagues and night play.
Best for: Night rounds, glow leagues, and VIP-level durability with glow visibility.
Shop Moonshine →How to Choose the Right Westside Plastic
Plastic by Disc Type
- Putters (putting): BT Soft, BT Medium, or BT Hard. Start with Medium and adjust firmness to your preference.
- Putters/approach (throwing): VIP, VIP Ice, or Tournament. VIP Ice for the Harp is a forehand classic.
- Midranges: VIP or Tournament. Elasto for a softer, grippier feel.
- Fairway drivers: VIP is the standard. Tournament for more grip.
- Distance drivers: VIP for max durability. Tournament for grip. VIP Air for easy lightweight distance.
Plastic by Weather
- Cold weather: Elasto or Tournament. Flexible, grippy plastics stay comfortable in the cold.
- Hot weather: VIP or VIP Ice. Firmer plastics hold shape and stability in heat.
- Wet conditions: Tournament has excellent wet grip. Elasto is also solid.
- Night rounds: Moonshine — VIP-level durability with glow visibility.
Westside vs. Latitude 64 vs. Dynamic Discs: Trilogy Plastic Comparison
Equivalent Plastics Across Trilogy
- Westside VIP ≈ L64 Opto ≈ DD Lucid — flagship translucent premium
- Westside Tournament ≈ L64 Gold Line ≈ DD Fuzion — grippy opaque premium
- Westside Elasto ≈ L64 Frost ≈ DD Fluid — flexible premium
- Westside BT ≈ L64 Zero ≈ DD Classic — baseline putter plastic
- Westside Origio ≈ L64 Retro ≈ DD Prime — budget baseline
- Westside Moonshine ≈ L64 Moonshine ≈ DD Moonshine — glow
- Westside VIP Air ≈ L64 Opto Air ≈ DD Lucid Air — lightweight premium
These are comparable, not identical — each brand has its own feel. But the Trilogy system means if you like one, you'll probably enjoy the equivalent from the other two brands.
FAQs
VIP is the most popular premium plastic — translucent, extremely durable, and consistent. Tournament is the grippier alternative. For putting, BT in your preferred firmness (Soft, Medium, or Hard) is the go-to. Most players use VIP for drivers and BT for putters.
VIP is translucent, firmer, and tends to fly slightly more overstable. Tournament is opaque, grippier, and a touch less overstable in the same mold. Choose VIP for maximum durability and stability; Tournament for better grip and more workability. It's the same relationship as Opto vs Gold Line (Latitude 64) or Lucid vs Fuzion (Dynamic Discs).
VIP Ice is a firmer, stiffer version of standard VIP. It flies more overstable and has a harder hand feel. The Sockibomb Harp in VIP Ice is one of the most popular examples — the extra firmness gives forehand players more confidence and torque resistance.
They're all manufactured at Latitude 64's factory in Sweden, but the plastics are comparable rather than identical. Westside VIP is similar to L64 Opto and DD Lucid. Tournament is similar to Gold Line and Fuzion. BT is similar to Zero and Classic. Origio is similar to Retro and Prime. See our Dynamic Discs and Latitude 64 guides for comparisons.
It depends on how you throw it. BT Hard for putting and touch forehand approaches — firm, grippy, affordable. VIP for powered forehand approaches and throwing — durable and consistent. VIP Ice for maximum overstability and firmness on power forehands. Tournament for a grippier premium option in all conditions.
Yes — Elasto is specifically designed for flexibility and grip in cold conditions. Where stiffer plastics like VIP can feel like bricks in winter, Elasto stays pliable and comfortable. It's also great for approach discs year-round because the flexibility helps discs sit and stick on landing.
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