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If you want the legendary flight path of a Destroyer but prefer a plastic blend that seasons quickly to unlock maximum distance, the Innova Pro Destroyer is an exceptional addition to your bag. Renowned for its high-traction, all-weather grip and enhanced glide, the Pro plastic formulation offers a more workable and accessible flight out of the box compared to rigid premium blends. This speed 12 driver allows intermediate and advanced players to easily achieve beautiful downfield flex lines and maximum carry before checking up with a dependable finishing fade. Don't leave your selection to chance—browse our live catalog to select your exact weight and color today.Couldn't load pickup availability
Innova Pro Destroyer 12 | 5 | -1 | 3
The Innova Destroyer is the gold standard for high-speed drivers, and executing this mold in Pro plastic provides a distinct performance profile. Standing as a highly accessible option within our full Innova Destroyer Collection Hub and our core lineup of high-velocity distance drivers, the stock Pro Destroyer is highly favored by players who want maximum downfield carry without a grueling break-in period. Because the Pro plastic compound seasons faster than Champion or Star blends, this disc quickly develops a highly responsive high-speed turn, making it easier to keep flat and ride long, straight fairways before its natural low-speed fade pulls the shot back safely to earth.
Flight Numbers
While stamped with the classic factory ratings of 12 | 5 | -1 | 3, the real-world flight of a Pro Destroyer is uniquely accessible. The properties of the Pro blend enhance the disc's natural lift and glide, allowing throwers with moderate to advanced arm velocities to activate its high-speed turn much sooner than a max-weight premium variant.
| Speed | Glide | Turn | Fade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 5 | -1 | 3 |
The Pro Destroyer delivers:
- Enhanced All-Weather Grip: A blend that feels slightly softer and stickier in the hand, making it ideal for cold or damp conditions.
- Superior Dynamic Glide: Increased downfield float that keeps the disc airborne longer as it slows down.
- Accessible Seasoning Profile: Transitions into its optimal "sweet spot" stability stage faster than rigid premium plastics.
It excels at:
- Long-range backhand hyzer-flips that stand up flat and track straight down narrow fairways.
- Massive tailwind bombs where you need a lighter, higher-glide chassis to ride the air currents.
- Forced anhyzer flex shots that require a long, lateral panning phase before finishing with a soft check.
The Pro Plastic Advantage
Innova’s Pro plastic sits in a premium utility sweet spot within their lineup. Physically, this opaque compound blends a highly durable polymer foundation with added conditioning agents that maximize tactile friction against your fingers. This gives the Pro Destroyer a velvety, high-tack hand feel that provides immediate security when your hands are slick from summer humidity or numb from early morning autumn rounds. Because Pro plastic absorbs impacts slightly differently than ultra-stiff configurations, it seasons at an accelerated rate, allowing players to build a perfectly tuned, further-flying distance workhorse in a fraction of the time.
How the Pro Destroyer Fits in the Innova Lineup
- Vs the Halo Star Destroyer: Same mold and flight numbers. Two-tone Halo Star plastic that flies noticeably more overstable than stock, built for wind and forehands.
- Vs the Champion Destroyer: Same mold and flight numbers. Firm, translucent and the most durable Destroyer. It holds its stability the longest.
- Vs the Swirly Star Destroyer: Same mold and flight numbers. Star plastic with a one-of-a-kind swirl in every disc and the classic stable Destroyer flight.
- Vs the Proto Glow Destroyer: Same mold and flight numbers. Innova's brighter, longer-lasting glow plastic, made for night rounds.
- Vs the Innova Wraith: The Wraith (11 | 5 | -1 | 3) is a step slower with a smaller rim. It's easier to control and a great pick when the Destroyer is more disc than you need.
- Vs the Innova Star Katana: The Katana (13 | 5 | -3 | 2) is faster and much more understable. Grab it for easy distance, tailwinds and turnovers.
- Vs the Discraft Force: The Force (12 | 5 | 0 | 3) is a little more overstable with less high-speed turn. The Destroyer has a touch more glide and is a little easier to shape.
Innova Pro Destroyer Release Information
- Flight Numbers: Speed 12 | Glide 5 | Turn -1 | Fade 3
- Disc Type: Stable-Overstable Distance Driver
- Plastic Blends: Driver Pro (Driver-Tuned Pro Blend)
- Release Date: Core Stock Production Run
Frequently Asked Questions About the Pro Destroyer
How does Pro plastic alter the flight of a Destroyer?
Pro plastic enhances the disc's natural glide and traction. While it shares the same physical mold dimensions as Star or Champion versions, the cooling characteristics of Pro plastic make it slightly more compliant, meaning it behaves with a bit more workable high-speed turn early on and seasons into a maximum-distance flyer much quicker.
Is the Pro Destroyer suitable for intermediate players?
Yes, absolutely. While max-weight premium Destroyers are often too overstable for intermediate arm speeds, a Pro Destroyer is far more forgiving. The higher glide coefficient and faster break-in period allow developing players to experience the true, full S-curve flight of a speed 12 driver.
How durable is Pro plastic compared to DX and Star?
Pro plastic is significantly more durable than baseline DX polymer, retaining its shape through repeated course use. However, it is less impact-resistant than high-end Star or Champion blends. It is designed specifically for players who value superior grip and a faster transition into a seasoned, long-gliding sweet spot.
Can I select the exact color and weight of my disc?
Yes. We photograph and index every item in our live stock individually because we understand that selecting your exact disc is crucial. When shopping our inventory, the specific color, stamp layout, and factory weight class you select is exactly what will be sent to your door.
Ready to experience elite, high-glide distance performance with an unbeatable all-weather grip? Explore our completely updated Innova Destroyer Collection Hub or stock up on your starting line combinations by browsing our full Innova Discs Collection today to pick your exact disc!