Innova Star Leopard - Straight Fairway Driver

The Innova Star Leopard is one of disc golf’s most iconic fairway drivers, celebrated for its effortless glide, straight flights and smooth turnover control. Often recommended as a first fairway driver, the Leopard is extremely beginner-friendly while remaining a trusted finesse disc for experienced players.

Type & Recommended Use
The Leopard is a controllable fairway driver designed for accuracy and clean line shaping rather than raw power. It excels on straight drives, tailwind shots, gentle anhyzers and hyzer-flip lines. Its ability to stay on angle makes it ideal for wooded fairways, tunnel shots and low-ceiling throws. Advanced players also rely on it for controlled rollers and touch shots.

Flight Characteristics

• Speed 6 - Easy-to-control fairway speed
• Glide 5 - Excellent carry and forward push
• Turn -2 - Gentle high-speed turn for smooth shaping
• Fade 1 - Soft, minimal finish

Understable to neutral. Designed to fly straight with minimal effort and finish gently.

Material & Feel - Star Plastic
Star plastic offers outstanding grip, durability and a comfortable feel in the hand. It provides Champion-level longevity with improved grip similar to Pro plastic, performing reliably in all weather conditions. Star Leopards season slowly, maintaining their workable flight for a long time.

Player Skill Level

• Beginners: Ideal first fairway driver with easy, straight distance
• Intermediate: Excellent for hyzer-flips and long turnovers
• Advanced: Reliable finesse driver for woods golf and rollers

Pro Insight
Many professionals praise the Leopard for its ability to hold straight and turnover lines without fighting back, making it a precision tool under low ceilings.

Fun Fact
The Leopard has been one of Innova’s most recommended learning drivers for decades.

Perfect for players seeking a glidey, controllable fairway driver with dependable performance in durable Star plastic.

Specifications
Approved Date: May 12, 1999
Max Weight: 176.0gr
Diameter: 21.2cm
Height: 1.6cm
Rim Depth: 1.1cm
Rim Thickness: 1.6cm
Inside Rim Diameter: 18.0cm
Rim Depth / Diameter Ratio: 5.2%
Rim Configuration: 29.25
Flexibility: 7.60kg