{"product_id":"latitude-64-opto-diamond","title":"Latitude 64 Opto Diamond","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLatitude 64 Opto Diamond 8 | 6 | -3 | 1\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Latitude 64 Diamond is widely recognized as a premier entry point for players looking to transition into high-glide distance lines. Slotted directly into our core collection of user-friendly \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fairway-drivers\" title=\"Disc Golf Fairway Drivers Collection\"\u003efairway drivers\u003c\/a\u003e, this understable model is manufactured exclusively in lighter weight classes. Designed to accommodate developing technique and lower release speeds, the Diamond prevents the premature diving common with heavier, overstable shapes. Hit this disc flat, let its natural aerodynamics activate a long, graceful turning phase, and trust its minimal low-speed fade to keep the finish straight and close to the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlight Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory flight ratings of 8 | 6 | -3 | 1 highlight a shape tailored for effortless lift. The combination of a high 6 glide and an understable -3 turn means the disc naturally fights to stay airborne under moderate power, converting smooth form into maximum horizontal distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003eSpeed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003eGlide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003eTurn\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003eFade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003e-3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Opto Diamond delivers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight Ease of Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scaled down to the 150-159g range to make bringing the wing up to optimal velocity simple.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstantial Clean Lift:\u003c\/strong\u003e A high glide coefficient that coaxes extra distance out of low-power releases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGentle Finishing Fade:\u003c\/strong\u003e A mild low-speed 1 rating that stops the disc from cutting hard to the left at the end of its flight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt excels at:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelping new players, women, and junior throwers develop clean driving mechanics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExecuting smooth hyzer-flip shots that stand up flat and travel straight down narrow fairways.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSailing deep on long tailwind drives where heavier drivers drop out of the sky early.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Opto Premium Plastic Advantage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLatitude 64’s Opto plastic is celebrated for providing exceptional durability and an elegant look. Physically, this translucent, high-end polymer blend is engineered to withstand heavy impacts from trees and rocks without changing its physical shape or structural aerodynamic properties. This means your Diamond will retain its original, highly responsive understable flight characteristics over many seasons of consistent practice. Tactilely, Opto plastic provides a firm, consistent feel in the hand, ensuring a clean release from your fingers across all weather conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow the Diamond Fits in the Latitude 64 Lineup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVs the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/latitude-64-gold-diamond\" title=\"Latitude 64 Gold Line Diamond Product Page\"\u003eGold Line Diamond\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Gold Line variant utilizes an entirely opaque plastic blend that offers a slightly softer grip and a faster seasoning profile. The Opto blend is physically firmer and maintains its factory-fresh flight specifications for a longer period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVs the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/latitude-64-gold-orbit-diamond\" title=\"Latitude 64 Gold Orbit Diamond Product Page\"\u003eGold Orbit Diamond\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Featuring a striking two-tone outer ring layout, the Gold Orbit version provides the same premium opaque grip but offers a distinct visual style alongside excellent wing durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVs the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/latitude-64-jade\" title=\"Latitude 64 Jade Disc Golf Disc\"\u003eLatitude 64 Jade\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Jade serves as the next step up in the Easy-to-Use line. Operating at speed 9 with slightly more stability (9 | 6 | -2 | 1), the Jade handles a touch more power than the Diamond before turning over.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVs the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/latitude-64-river\" title=\"Latitude 64 River Fairway Driver\"\u003eLatitude 64 River\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e The River operates at speed 7 with a legendary 7 glide rating but has a much more neutral flight path (7 | 7 | -1 | 1). The Diamond feels faster in the hand and initiates its high-speed turn with significantly less effort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLatitude 64 Opto Diamond Release Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlight Numbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Speed 8 | Glide 6 | Turn -3 | Fade 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisc Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Understable Fairway Driver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlastic Blends:\u003c\/strong\u003e Opto Premium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Weight Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150g - 159g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions About the Opto Diamond\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is the Latitude 64 Diamond only made in lighter weights?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Diamond is part of Latitude 64's specialized line designed specifically for players who struggle to throw heavier discs. Keeping the production weights strictly between 150 and 159 grams allows slower arm speeds to generate proper disc velocity, which unlocks a straight flight profile instead of fading early.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Opto Diamond good for experienced players?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. While it is highly recommended for beginners, advanced players carry the Diamond as a specialized utility tool. Under higher power, it functions as an exceptional turnover disc for carving right-trending lines, a long-distance roller, or a highly efficient option for maximum distance in strong tailwinds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Opto plastic more stable than Gold Line plastic for the Diamond?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, generally. Because Opto plastic is a slightly more rigid, dense polymer, it cools into a structure that holds its initial overstability a bit better than the softer Gold Line compound. The Opto version will stay closer to its original flight ratings through extensive use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I release the Diamond to get a straight throw?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the Diamond features a heavy -3 turn rating, releasing it perfectly flat with moderate power will result in a long right-turning line (for right-handed backhand). To achieve a dead-straight tunnel shot, release the disc on a slight hyzer angle. It will flip up to flat, ride the glide down the center, and finish straight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReady to add controlled distance and a highly reliable understable fairway option to your starting bag? Explore our complete, updated collection by browsing our full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/latitude-64-diamond\" title=\"Latitude 64 Diamond Collection Hub\"\u003eLatitude 64 Diamond Collection Hub\u003c\/a\u003e or choose your exact disc by visiting our entire \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/latitude-64\" title=\"Latitude 64 Discs Collection\"\u003eLatitude 64 Discs Collection\u003c\/a\u003e today!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Latitude 64","offers":[{"title":"yellow\/bronze 158.1 9","offer_id":49702523568370,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"hot pink\/purple 158.3 13","offer_id":49702534152434,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"blue\/silver 156.5 14","offer_id":49702535004402,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"magenta\/gold 157.9 16","offer_id":49702538281202,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Moonshine Pink\/Red 152.9 3","offer_id":49987783983346,"sku":null,"price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bright Pink\/Gold 149.4 4","offer_id":49987785883890,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Purple\/Green 158.8 6","offer_id":49987790209266,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green\/Red 148.9 7","offer_id":49987790733554,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dark Pink\/Gold 146.7 8","offer_id":49987791618290,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light Blue\/Purple 158.2 9","offer_id":49987792404722,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Orange\/Blue 158.9 10","offer_id":49987798499570,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pink\/Green 156 1","offer_id":50071430758642,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Orange\/Blue 158 2","offer_id":50071430791410,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Orange\/Blue 158 3","offer_id":50071430922482,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue\/Purple 157 4","offer_id":50071431053554,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue\/Silver 156 5","offer_id":50071431151858,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yellow\/Purple 155 6","offer_id":50071431381234,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White\/Green 156 7","offer_id":50071431610610,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White\/Purple 159 8","offer_id":50071431741682,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White\/Purple 159 9","offer_id":50071431938290,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Purple\/Green 158 10","offer_id":50071432069362,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Purple\/Gold 146 11","offer_id":50071432233202,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green\/Blue 147 12","offer_id":50071432724722,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pink\/Silver 148 13","offer_id":50071433019634,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pink\/Silver 147 14","offer_id":50071433085170,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/6578\/9426\/files\/latitude-64-diamond-opto-yellow-bronze-158-1g-9-229f93da.png?v=1782158465","url":"https:\/\/armorydiscgolf.com\/products\/latitude-64-opto-diamond","provider":"Armory Disc Golf Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}