DGA Spark Banzai – Overstable Fairway Driver
The Spark Banzai brings the trusted, overstable performance of the classic DGA Banzai into a visually striking new plastic blend. Known for its straight, torque‑resistant flight and reliable finishing fade, the Banzai is a fairway driver you can lean on—whether you are throwing backhand or forehand, in calm conditions or a stiff headwind.
Type and Use
The Banzai is a fairly overstable fairway driver built for players who demand consistency and control. It excels on straight‑to‑fade lines, confident hyzers, and power‑driven forehands. Out of the hand, it flies straight before delivering a dependable late fade, making it ideal for controlled placement shots and fairway shaping.
Flight Characteristics
- Speed 8 – Controlled fairway speed for precision
- Glide 4 – Steady carry without sacrificing control
- Turn 0 – True stability with no high‑speed turn
- Fade 3 – Strong, predictable fade on every throw
These numbers make the Spark Banzai a highly reliable choice when you need consistency and trust in your disc golf driver.
Material and Grip
The Spark plastic line brings a bright, durable blend designed for visual pop and excellent grip. It maintains stability over time while offering a clean release feel, making it suitable for both wet and dry conditions. Players will appreciate its firm structure and consistent flight characteristics.
Player Level
- Intermediate to Advanced: Perfect for players who need an overstable, torque‑resistant fairway option
- Beginners: Useful as a dependable wind‑fighting disc
Why Choose the Spark Banzai?
- Reliable overstability for confident shot shaping
- Straight‑flying profile with a dependable fade
- Excellent for forehand and backhand throws
- Durable Spark plastic with vibrant visual appeal
Fun Fact
The Banzai is often regarded as the overstable counterpart to the popular DGA Pipeline, offering similar glide but more finishing power—making it a favourite for players who value predictable control.
Spark Plastic
DGA Spark plastic is one of two premium plastic blends from DGA. Spark plastic will take a little longer to beat in than other DGA plastic blends. Spark discs are transparent and have sparkle flakes suspended in the plastic. The Spark plastic blend is the perfect complement to the DGA ProLine plastic blend and will outperform and outlast any other disc golf plastic on the market.
Specifications
Approved Date: Feb 26, 2018
Max Weight: 177.6gr
Diameter: 21.4cm
Height: 1.7cm
Rim Depth: 1.2cm
Rim Thickness: 1.9cm
Inside Rim Diameter: 17.5cm
Rim Depth / Diameter Ratio: 5.6%
Rim Configuration: 30.00
Flexibility: 11.34kg
DGA was established in 1976 by Ed Headrick to form a new international sport and promote the installation and use of disc golf courses around the world. Ed coined and trademarked the term “Disc Golf” and envisioned a game that would explode in popularity. “Steady” Ed traveled around the country to install courses, recruit players, and add members to the Professional Disc Golf Association, a new disc golf association he created to establish the rules of the game.
