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Unleash your maximum power with the Discraft ESP Ares (12/6/-1/2)! Developed as a marquee addition to the Paul McBeth signature lineup, this high-speed distance driver was nicknamed the "Zeus 2.0" during testing. It was retooled with increased torque resistance to offer a more stable, headwind-fighting alternative to the original Zeus. Featuring an aerodynamically modified wing profile to generate massive lift and downfield carry, it finishes with a dependable, forward-pushing fade. Molded in Discraft's premium ESP plastic for vibrant swirly aesthetics and fantastic grip, the Ares is the ultimate workhorse driver for advanced power throwers.Couldn't load pickup availability
Discraft ESP Ares 12 | 6 | -1 | 2
Unleash your maximum power with the Discraft ESP Ares! Developed as the newest marquee addition to the Paul McBeth signature lineup, the Ares is a high-speed distance driver built for serious arms. Initially nicknamed the "Zeus 2.0" during testing, this mold was designed to offer a more stable, torque-resistant alternative to the original Zeus. Molded in Discraft's premium, swirly ESP plastic, it delivers incredible grip and durability across all weather conditions. Add this dependable bomber to your Discraft Ares Collection and upgrade your Discraft lineup today!
Flight Numbers & Performance
The Ares operates on official flight ratings of Speed: 12, Glide: 6, Turn: -1, and Fade: 2. It requires substantial arm speed to unlock its full potential, but rewards confident throwers with massive downfield carry.
| Speed | Glide | Turn | Fade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 6 | -1 | 2 |
How the ESP Ares handles off the tee:
- Incredible Glide: Features an upgraded, aerodynamically modified wing profile designed to generate massive lift, keeping the disc airborne longer than traditional 12-speeds.
- Dependable Finish: Rather than a sharp, dumping meat-hook finish, the 2-fade provides a dependable forward-pushing drop that helps the disc stay online longer.
- Ares vs. Zeus: While it shares a very comfortable hand feel with the Zeus, the Ares was retooled with increased torque resistance to handle aggressive, maximum-power releases and fight headwinds without rolling over.
The ESP Plastic Advantage
Discraft's ESP plastic is famous for its vibrant, swirly aesthetics and top-tier performance. It offers a perfect middle ground between the extreme stiffness of Z-Line and the softer, grippier feel of standard baseline plastics. ESP provides a tacky, reliable grip in changing weather conditions and maintains its factory flight characteristics for a very long time, making it the perfect choice for a workhorse distance driver.
Explore Other Ares Plastics
Need a slightly different feel or flight for your max distance slot? Check out these other premium runs of the Ares in our inventory:
- Ti Swirl Ares: Combines elite durability and metallic shimmer with stunning swirly aesthetics. It naturally cools to create a slightly stiffer, more overstable profile that is perfect for fighting stiff headwinds.
- "Night of the McBeast" Big Z Colorshift Ares: A highly collectible, retailer-exclusive release featuring horror-inspired artwork by Brian Allen on beautiful, color-shifting Big Z plastic.
Release Information & Specifications
- Flight Numbers: Speed 12 | Glide 6 | Turn -1 | Fade 2
- Disc Type: Stable Distance Driver
- Profile: Wide-rimmed driver that shares a similar hand feel to the Zeus but features an aerodynamically modified wing.
- Plastic Blend: ESP (Premium durability, swirly aesthetics, excellent all-weather grip)
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Ares the "Zeus 2.0"?
During its testing phase, players quickly realized the Ares felt similar to the Zeus but offered a much stronger resistance to turning over. It is built to be a more stable, torque-resistant option, making it the go-to choice when you need a Zeus-like flight into a headwind or when throwing with maximum power.
Who should throw the ESP Ares?
The Ares is designed for advanced players and power throwers. Because it requires a lot of arm speed to access its massive 6-glide and slight -1 turn, slower arms will find it acts like a heavily overstable utility disc. For big arms, it is a shapeable, long-distance bomber.