{"product_id":"discraft-ares","title":"Discraft Ares","description":"\u003c!-- DISCRAFT ARES — PRODUCT DESCRIPTION --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .ares-section { font-family: Quantico, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', sans-serif; max-width: 780px; margin: 0 auto; }\n  .ares-section h2 { font-size: 22px; font-weight: 700; color: #ffffff; margin: 48px 0 8px; padding-bottom: 10px; border-bottom: 3px solid #0080FF; display: inline-block; }\n  .ares-section p { color: #ffffff; line-height: 1.6; }\n\n  .ares-flight-bar { display: flex; gap: 6px; margin: 24px 0 8px; }\n  .ares-flight-stat { flex: 1; background: #16171b; border: 1px solid #2a2c33; border-radius: 10px; padding: 14px 8px; text-align: center; }\n  .ares-flight-stat .val { font-size: 28px; font-weight: 800; color: #0080FF; display: block; line-height: 1.2; }\n  .ares-flight-stat .lbl { font-size: 11px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1.5px; color: #d0d1d5; margin-top: 4px; display: block; }\n  .ares-speed-note { font-size: 13px; 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font-weight: 400; color: #0080FF; transition: transform .2s; }\n  .ares-faq-item.open .ares-faq-q::after { content: '−'; }\n  .ares-faq-a { max-height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition: max-height .35s ease, padding .35s ease; font-size: 14px; color: #ffffff; line-height: 1.7; }\n  .ares-faq-item.open .ares-faq-a { max-height: 300px; padding-bottom: 18px; }\n\n  @media (max-width: 600px) {\n    .ares-flight-bar { flex-wrap: wrap; }\n    .ares-flight-stat { min-width: calc(50% - 4px); }\n    .ares-reasons { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n    .ares-plastics { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n    .ares-similar { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-section\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- FLIGHT NUMBERS --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlight Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-flight-bar\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-flight-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"val\"\u003e12\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lbl\"\u003eSpeed\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-flight-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"val\"\u003e6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lbl\"\u003eGlide\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-flight-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"val\"\u003e-1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lbl\"\u003eTurn\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-flight-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"val\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lbl\"\u003eFade\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ares-speed-note\"\u003eThe evolution of the Zeus. Originally developed as the \"Zeus 2.0,\" the Ares adds torque resistance and an extra point of glide to the McBeth distance driver lineup — built for players who wanted a Zeus they could throw harder without losing the line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- WHY THROW THE ARES --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Throw the Ares?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-reasons\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-reason\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ico\"\u003e⚔️\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eZeus DNA, More Fight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ares keeps the Zeus's comfortable hand feel and shallow rim but adds more torque resistance. You can throw it harder, into wind, and with aggressive angles without watching it flip off the line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-reason\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ico\"\u003e🪁\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExtra Glide Over the Zeus\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA glide bump from 5 to 6 means the Ares stays in the air longer and carries farther before fading. That extra float adds distance without needing more arm speed — the disc does more of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-reason\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ico\"\u003e📐\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePower Flex Specialist\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRelease on hyzer and let the -1 turn stand it up for a long, controlled S-curve. The 2 fade brings it back without a violent dump. The Ares produces textbook flex shots that push forward and finish clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-reason\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ico\"\u003e🌬️\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHeadwind Reliable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the Zeus can sometimes show more turn than expected in a stiff headwind, the Ares holds its line with confidence. It's the 12-speed you reach for when the wind picks up and you still need to trust the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-reason\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ico\"\u003e🤚\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eForehand Ready\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shallow rim and added stability make the Ares a natural forehand disc. It absorbs torque cleanly and finishes with a dependable hook. If your Zeus turns on hard sidearm rips, the Ares is the answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-reason\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ico\"\u003e🆕\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMcBeth's Newest Weapon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePDGA approved February 2026, the Ares is the latest addition to Paul McBeth's signature lineup. Prototype runs generated immediate buzz among touring pros and power throwers. This mold has momentum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- PLASTICS --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlastics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-plastics\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-plastic\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-badge\"\u003eLaunch\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eESP (Prototype)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"avail\"\u003eMcBeth Series • Premium • Grippy\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe debut plastic for the Ares. ESP offers Discraft's signature tacky grip with durable swirly colorways. Prototype ESP runs are the first chance to experience the mold — expect strong demand and limited availability at launch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-plastic\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eZ Line\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"avail\"\u003ePremium • Durable • Coming Soon\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscraft's most durable blend. Z Line Ares should hold stability longer than ESP and season slowly — the likely choice for players who want the Ares to stay overstable through heavy use. Expected in future runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-plastic\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBig Z\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"avail\"\u003ePremium • Gummy • Coming Soon\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA slightly softer Z blend with bold artwork. Big Z Ares should offer comfortable grip with a touch more flex than stock Z. A popular choice for players who like the feel of Big Z Zeus. Expected in future runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SIMILAR DISCS --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSimilar Discs to Compare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-similar\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-quad\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ares-quad-label\"\u003e⬆️ More Speed\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-quad-links\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/skylinediscs.com\/products\/discraft-nuke\" class=\"ares-pill\"\u003eDiscraft Nuke\u003cspan class=\"flight-nums\"\u003e13 \/ 5 \/ -1 \/ 3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/skylinediscs.com\/products\/infinite-discs-pharaoh\" class=\"ares-pill\"\u003eInfinite Pharaoh\u003cspan class=\"flight-nums\"\u003e13 \/ 6 \/ -1 \/ 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-quad\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ares-quad-label\"\u003e⬇️ Less Speed\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-quad-links\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/skylinediscs.com\/products\/discraft-scorch\" class=\"ares-pill\"\u003eDiscraft Scorch\u003cspan class=\"flight-nums\"\u003e11 \/ 6 \/ -2 \/ 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/skylinediscs.com\/products\/innova-wraith\" class=\"ares-pill\"\u003eInnova Wraith\u003cspan class=\"flight-nums\"\u003e11 \/ 5 \/ -1 \/ 3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-quad\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ares-quad-label\"\u003e↩️ More Turn\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-quad-links\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/skylinediscs.com\/products\/discraft-hades\" class=\"ares-pill\"\u003eDiscraft Hades\u003cspan class=\"flight-nums\"\u003e12 \/ 6 \/ -3 \/ 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/skylinediscs.com\/products\/innova-tern\" class=\"ares-pill\"\u003eInnova Tern\u003cspan class=\"flight-nums\"\u003e12 \/ 6 \/ -2 \/ 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-quad\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"ares-quad-label\"\u003e↪️ More Fade\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-quad-links\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/skylinediscs.com\/products\/discraft-zeus\" class=\"ares-pill\"\u003eDiscraft Zeus\u003cspan class=\"flight-nums\"\u003e12 \/ 5 \/ -1 \/ 3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/skylinediscs.com\/products\/discraft-force\" class=\"ares-pill\"\u003eDiscraft Force\u003cspan class=\"flight-nums\"\u003e12 \/ 5 \/ 0 \/ 3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"ares-faq-q\"\u003eAres vs. Zeus — what actually changed?\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-faq-a\"\u003eSame speed, similar rim feel, but different flight. The Zeus (12\/5\/-1\/3) has less glide and more fade for a harder-finishing, dump-style distance line. The Ares (12\/6\/-1\/2) adds a point of glide and softens the fade — it pushes longer and finishes more forward. The Ares also resists torque better, so it holds its line under higher power and in wind where the Zeus might show extra turn.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"ares-faq-q\"\u003eIs the Ares replacing the Zeus?\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-faq-a\"\u003eNo. Discraft designed the Ares as a complement, not a replacement. The Zeus stays in the lineup as the faster-fading, slightly more workable distance driver. The Ares fills a new slot — more glide, more torque resistance, softer finish. Many players will bag both for different lines.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"ares-faq-q\"\u003eWhy was it called Zeus 2.0 before?\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-faq-a\"\u003eThe mold started as a retooled Zeus designed for more torque resistance. It was shown at DiscEast Expo under the working title \"Zeus 2.0.\" As the flight profile diverged from the original Zeus, Discraft gave it a distinct identity — Ares, the Greek god of war — to sit alongside Zeus in the McBeth lineup.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"ares-faq-q\"\u003eHow does the extra glide change the flight?\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-faq-a\"\u003eGoing from glide 5 (Zeus) to glide 6 (Ares) means more air time and more carry. In practice, the Ares floats longer through the apex of its flight before starting to fade. That extra hang time translates to more distance without throwing harder — especially noticeable on flex lines and tailwind shots.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"ares-faq-q\"\u003eDo I need a big arm to throw the Ares?\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-faq-a\"\u003eThe 12-speed rim and stable flight favor players throwing 350+ feet. Below that, the Ares may fade out early without showing its full potential. The good news is the extra glide makes it slightly more accessible than a Zeus for intermediate arms. If you can throw a Wraith or Destroyer, you can throw the Ares.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"ares-faq-q\"\u003eWill more plastics be available beyond ESP?\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-faq-a\"\u003eThe prototype launch is ESP only. Based on Discraft's pattern with other McBeth molds, expect Z Line, Big Z, and potentially Titanium and Z Swirl Tour Series runs to follow as the mold moves from prototype to full production. Each plastic will fly slightly different.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"ares-faq-q\"\u003eAres vs. Innova Destroyer vs. Infinite Emperor — how does it stack up?\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ares-faq-a\"\u003eAll three are 12-speed workhorses but fill slightly different slots. The Destroyer (12\/5\/-1\/3) fades the hardest and varies the most run-to-run. The Emperor (12\/5\/-1\/2.5) is the most consistent and slightly less overstable. The Ares (12\/6\/-1\/2) brings the most glide of the three with added torque resistance — it carries longer and finishes softer. Choose based on how much glide and fade you want.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ Accordion Script --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Discraft","offers":[{"title":"Proto ESP \/ 169g - Pink w\/ Melon (Red)","offer_id":51532153651416,"sku":"AP0126017","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Proto ESP \/ 174g - Purple (Gold Green Disco)","offer_id":51532153684184,"sku":"AP0126016","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Proto ESP \/ 173g - Strawberry Orange (Oil Slick)","offer_id":51532153716952,"sku":"AP0126015","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Proto ESP \/ 173g - Pink (Rainbow)","offer_id":51532153749720,"sku":"AP0126014","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Proto ESP \/ 173g - Hot Pink (Aqua)","offer_id":51532153782488,"sku":"AP0126013","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Proto ESP \/ 169g - Soft Pink (Silver)","offer_id":51532153815256,"sku":"AP0126012","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Proto ESP \/ 174g - Goldenrod (Orange Foil)","offer_id":51532153848024,"sku":"AP0126011","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Proto ESP \/ 172g - Purple (Black) *010*","offer_id":51532153880792,"sku":"AP0126010","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Proto ESP \/ 172g - Purple (Black) *009*","offer_id":51532153913560,"sku":"AP0126009","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Proto ESP \/ 172g - Blue (Black)","offer_id":51532153946328,"sku":"AP0126008","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Proto ESP \/ 174g - Blue (Rainbow Foil) *007*","offer_id":51532153979096,"sku":"AP0126007","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Proto ESP \/ 174g - Blue (Rainbow Foil) *006*","offer_id":51532154011864,"sku":"AP0126006","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Proto ESP \/ 173g - Blue (Rainbow)","offer_id":51532154044632,"sku":"AP0126005","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Proto ESP \/ 165g - Purple (Black Chrome)","offer_id":51532154077400,"sku":"AP0126004","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Proto ESP \/ 173g - Hot Pink (Rainbow)","offer_id":51532154110168,"sku":"AP0126002","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Proto ESP \/ 167g - Blue (Red Foil)","offer_id":51532154142936,"sku":"AP0126002","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Proto ESP \/ 164g - Purple (Flag Foil)","offer_id":51532154175704,"sku":"AP0126001","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0476\/3028\/7005\/files\/c101a55a-ca99-4961-afb6-b21843ef6e4d_10d77056-dc41-482f-bafb-87cda3f1dac1.webp?v=1775188010","url":"https:\/\/skylinediscs.com\/products\/discraft-ares","provider":"Skyline Disc Golf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}