{"product_id":"meridian-discs-marbled-slate-vale","title":"Meridian Discs Marbled Slate Vale","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMeridian Discs Marbled Slate Vale 9 | 3 | 0 | 4\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Meridian Discs Vale in Marbled Slate plastic is an overstable fairway driver built for power, torque resistance, and consistent finishes. It thrives in headwinds and high-power situations, making it a reliable option for players who need a disc that won't turn over under pressure. See every Vale we stock in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/meridian-vale\" title=\"Meridian Vale Collection Hub\"\u003eMeridian Vale Collection Hub\u003c\/a\u003e or shop our full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fairway-drivers\" title=\"Disc Golf Fairway Drivers Collection\"\u003efairway driver collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlight Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith flight numbers of 9 | 3 | 0 | 4, the Vale delivers a strong, controlled push before finishing with a hard, dependable fade. The 0 turn means it won't turn over under power, and the 3 glide keeps it from floating. It's a flat-topped 9-speed, 21.1 cm across and 1.6 cm tall with a 1.1 cm rim depth and a 1.9 cm rim width.\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;\"\u003e9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003e0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vale delivers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Torque Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e It handles power backhands and forehands without turning over.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHard Fade:\u003c\/strong\u003e A strong, dependable fade for reliable finishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWind Fighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent in headwinds and demanding conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt excels at:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForehand drives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadwind shots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHyzers and flex lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUtility and placement shots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Marbled Slate Plastic Advantage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarbled Slate is a new plastic from Meridian with a slightly grippier, gummier feel than their firmer premium blends. It also features a bold two-color kaleidoscope burst pattern, giving each disc a unique look while keeping it comfortable and confident in the hand. This Black Friday run comes in pink and white with an artist stamp, and the grip really helps on forehands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow the Vale Fits in the Meridian Lineup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVs the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/meridian-discs-marbled-clarus-vale\" title=\"Meridian Marbled Clarus Vale Product Page\"\u003eMarbled Clarus Vale\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Same mold and flight numbers in firm Marbled Clarus plastic that holds its overstability the longest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVs the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/meridian-discs-borealis-marbled-clarus-vale-gt-hancock-tour-series\" title=\"Meridian Borealis Vale GT Hancock Tour Series Product Page\"\u003eBorealis Vale GT Hancock Tour Series\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e GT Hancock's Tour Series in Borealis glow plastic, firm with glow flecks for night rounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVs the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/meridian-chasm\" title=\"Meridian Chasm Collection Hub\"\u003eMeridian Chasm\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Chasm (11 | 5 | -1 | 3) is faster with more glide and a little turn. It's perfect for distance, and the Vale excels in wind and hard fades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVs the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/meridian-current\" title=\"Meridian Current Collection Hub\"\u003eMeridian Current\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Current (7 | 5 | -1 | 1) is Meridian's straight, glidey fairway driver. It holds the line you put it on, while the Vale is built to fight back to the left.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVs the Innova Firebird:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Firebird (9 | 3 | 0 | 4) has the same flight numbers and is the classic overstable utility fairway. The Vale gives you that same dependable fade with a flat top a lot of players like for forehands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeridian Marbled Slate Vale Release Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlight Numbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Speed 9 | Glide 3 | Turn 0 | Fade 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisc Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Overstable Fairway Driver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlastic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marbled Slate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Friday 2026 release, pink\/white with an artist stamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions About the Meridian Marbled Slate Vale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Marbled Slate plastic like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarbled Slate is a slightly grippier, gummier plastic from Meridian Discs. It also features a bold two-color kaleidoscope burst pattern that gives each disc a unique look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Vale good for forehands?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Vale's high torque resistance, firm feel, and strong fade make it a reliable forehand fairway driver for players who need the disc to hold up under power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho should throw the Vale?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntermediate and advanced players will benefit most from its overstability, especially for forehands, headwind drives, and utility shots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNeed a fairway driver that won't flip? Explore the complete \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/meridian-vale\" title=\"Meridian Vale Collection Hub\"\u003eMeridian Vale Collection Hub\u003c\/a\u003e or stock your bag by browsing the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/meridian-discs\" title=\"Meridian Discs Collection\"\u003eMeridian Discs Collection\u003c\/a\u003e today to pick your exact disc!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@graph\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n      \"@id\": \"\/products\/meridian-discs-marbled-slate-vale#faq\",\n      \"mainEntity\": [\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"What is Marbled Slate plastic like?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n            \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n            \"text\": \"Marbled Slate is a slightly grippier, gummier plastic from Meridian Discs. 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