Champion I-Dye Firebird - Overstable Fairway Driver

The Champion I-Dye Firebird is a legendary overstable fairway driver built for absolute reliability in all conditions. Trusted by professionals and advanced players worldwide, the Firebird delivers unmatched consistency when wind, danger and precision matter most. Combined with Innova’s vibrant I-Dye Champion plastic, every disc offers both elite performance and a unique visual identity.

Type & Recommended Use
The Firebird is a very overstable fairway driver designed for controlled power rather than maximum distance. It excels in headwinds, forehand drives, spike hyzers and utility shots where a strong, predictable finish is essential. A true workhorse disc for demanding situations.

Flight Characteristics

• Speed 9 - Powerful fairway driver speed
• Glide 3 - Controlled glide for precision placement
• Turn 0 - No high-speed turn, extremely stable
• Fade 4 - Strong, dependable fade at the end of flight

Very overstable. Designed to resist turn and finish hard every time.

Material & Feel - Champion I-Dye Plastic
Champion I-Dye plastic combines Innova’s most durable premium blend with bold, one-of-a-kind dye patterns. The plastic offers a firm, confident feel in the hand, excellent grip in all weather conditions and exceptional resistance to wear. Flight characteristics remain consistent far longer than baseline plastics, even under high power.

Player Skill Level

• Beginners: Best used as a utility or wind-fighting disc
• Intermediate: Excellent forehand and headwind control driver
• Advanced: Essential control driver for power shots and tough conditions

Pro Insight
Steve Brinster describes the Firebird as fast and truly predictable, especially when accuracy and wind control are critical. Christian Dietrich highlights it as the gold standard for headwinds, forehands, knife hyzers and overhand shots, calling it irreplaceable in competitive play.

Fun Fact
The Firebird is one of the most widely bagged discs in professional disc golf, often carrying different roles depending on plastic and wear.

Perfect for players who demand maximum stability, confidence and control in every throw.

Specifications
Approved Date: Mar 21, 2000
Max Weight: 175.1gr
Diameter: 21.1cm
Height: 1.4cm
Rim Depth: 1.2cm
Rim Thickness: 1.9cm
Inside Rim Diameter: 17.3cm
Rim Depth / Diameter Ratio: 5.7%
Rim Configuration: 26.75
Flexibility: 9.75kg