Innova Champion Roadrunner - Distance Driver

The Innova Champion Roadrunner is a long-range disc golf driver known for its effortless glide and easy understable flight. Designed for smooth distance rather than brute force, it is a favourite for turnover shots, rollers and controlled tailwind drives.

Type & Recommended Use
The Roadrunner is a distance driver that sits comfortably in the speed 9 class. It works exceptionally well as a first distance driver and remains useful all the way up to professional level. Power throwers rely on it for long turnovers and rollers, while less powerful players enjoy straight flights and extra carry with minimal effort. It shines on wooded fairways, tunnel shots and downwind holes where control and glide are essential.

Flight Characteristics

• Speed 9 - Accessible distance driver speed
• Glide 5 - Excellent carry and hang time
• Turn -4 - Strong high-speed turn for easy line shaping
• Fade 1 - Gentle, forward-moving finish

Very understable. Designed to turn easily and stay airborne with minimal resistance.

Material & Feel - Champion Plastic
Champion plastic is Innova’s premium, high-tech material known for exceptional durability and long-lasting performance. It has a firm, smooth feel and holds its flight characteristics far longer than baseline plastics, even on heavily wooded or rugged courses. Champion plastic is slightly more stable out of the box, making the Roadrunner more predictable at higher throwing speeds.

Player Skill Level

• Beginners: Excellent first distance driver; forgiving and confidence-boosting
• Intermediate: Ideal for hyzer flips, tailwinds and long turnover lines
• Advanced: Go-to roller disc and finesse distance driver

Pro Insight
The Star Roadrunner is the signature disc of 2018 PDGA World Champion Gregg Barsby, who is renowned for using it on massive rollers and creative turnover lines.

Fun Fact
Approved by the PDGA in 2005, the Roadrunner has remained one of Innova’s most popular understable drivers for nearly two decades.

Perfect for players looking to maximise distance with smooth, controlled understability.

Specifications
Approved Date: Aug 27, 2005
Max Weight: 175.1gr
Diameter: 21.1cm
Height: 1.4cm
Rim Depth: 1.2cm
Rim Thickness: 1.8cm
Inside Rim Diameter: 17.5cm
Rim Depth / Diameter Ratio: 5.7%
Rim Configuration: 29.00
Flexibility: 8.39kg