Westside Discs Sampo The Westside Discs Sampo is a well-regarded fairway driver in the world of disc golf, known for its stable to overstable flight characteristics. Initially released in the players' pack for the 2015 Trilogy Challenge, the Sampo quickly gained popularity among disc golfers for its dependable performance.The Sampo is designed to be a power-thrower's dream, especially for long-distance shots. It performs exceptionally well in windy conditions, which is a testament to its stability and reliable flight path. This makes it a suitable choice not only for powerful throwers but also for average golfers who need a disc that can handle the elements.One of the key features of the Sampo is its ease of use – it achieves great distance with minimal effort due to its smooth release and great glide. This quality makes it accessible to a wide range of players, regardless of their power level. The Sampo's flight path is very neutral, making it ideal for long, straight, low shots.The disc has a flight rating of 10 for speed, 4 for glide, -1 for turn, and 2 for fade. These numbers indicate that while the Sampo is fast, it also offers a good amount of glide and a balanced combination of turn and fade. This balance allows it to hold a hyzer line as well as an anhyzer line with modest flex at the end, showcasing its versatility as a workable driver.The Sampo's design includes a smaller rim for a speed 10 disc, which contributes to its surprising distance potential. This unique combination of minimal high-speed turn and low-speed fade, along with solid glide, makes the Sampo a reliable and versatile disc in various playing conditions. Flight numbers Speed: 10 Glide: 4 Turn: -1 Fade: 2 Plastics VIP PlasticSuper-durable hi-tech plastic with excellent performance. VIP plastic is transparent so you can see through it. Discs made in VIP-plastic maintain their flight characteristics and reliability for a long time. This plastic is suitable to both recreational players and pro players. Latitude Opto-plastic is more than 98% similar to Westside VIP-plastic. Origio PlasticGrip. That was the intention. Make a plastic that feels great and is easy to throw. Origio is that solution. In the same way that Prime for Dynamic Discs and Retro for Latitude 64 brought this incredible plastic to their line of discs, Origio now makes your favorite Westside discs feel that much better. BT Soft PlasticWestside's BT Soft plastic was designed to feel good in your hand. Using a blend of rubbers and polymers have given it a smooth texture and a great grip. Rain, snow, or shine, BT Soft will provide that consistent release. Molded in approach discs and putters, BT Soft feels good on any day and holds great lines. Try Westside's other BT plastics for similar grips with a stiffer feel. BT Hard PlasticThe final of Westside's BT line, the BT Hard, was designed to give the user that firmer feel while maintaining a tacky grip. Great for warm climates, the BT Hard holds its shape and is extremely durable. Also available in putters and midranges, the BT Hard will give you that consistent fast release you get from stiffer plastics.Try the BT Hard and increase your consistency immediately. BT Medium PlasticThe second in Westside's BT line, the Medium, is for all conditions. It has a tacky grip, great durability, and feels fantastic in your hand. In the cold it will still have some give; in the heat it will still hold its shape. Designed for the users comfort, BT Medium is just what you need to enjoy your next game. Westside offers BT in their putters and midranges as those two aspects of the game are all about feel. Feel their BT Medium today and you will fall in love.
