Thunderbird control with a flexible, grippy feel
The Innova GStar Thunderbird pairs a stable, placement-focused flight with the softer feel of GStar plastic. Its 9 / 5 / 0 / 2 ratings offer useful glide, resistance to high-speed turn, and a defined fading finish for players who want to land in position rather than chase maximum distance.
Why choose GStar?
- Added flexibility: GStar is a blend of Star with a softer, more flexible feel.
- Enhanced grip: Consider it if firm plastics feel uncomfortable or you prefer a more yielding disc in the hand.
- Cold-weather comfort: Its flexibility and grip make it useful for chilly rounds, while retaining a similar flexible feel in warmer conditions.
- Star-level durability: GStar offers the durability of Star with extra flexibility and an opaque, pearlescent finish.
Where it fits in your bag
Innova describes the Thunderbird as combining TeeBird stability with Valkyrie speed, or resembling a seasoned Firebird with less fade. It is a useful option for longer placement shots when you want forward carry followed by a controlled finish rather than an easy turnover.
On a cool morning tee shot, reach for this version when you want that placement role without the feel of a firm Champion disc. Start with a smooth release and learn where it begins to fade. For a right-hand backhand throw, fade moves left as the disc slows; reverse that direction for a left-hand backhand.
Both backhand and forehand throwers can use the mold, but clean technique and sufficient speed still matter. If you need easy hyzer flips or turning lines, a more understable fairway may be a better fit. Choose GStar for its grip and flexibility, not a guaranteed flight difference from every other Thunderbird.
Flight numbers & specifications
- Speed: 9
- Glide: 5
- Turn: 0
- Fade: 2
- Manufacturer: Innova
- Mold: Thunderbird
- Plastic: GStar
- Disc type: Fairway Driver
Select your preferred disc from the available color and weight options. Flight ratings are a comparison guide, not a guarantee; throwing speed, release angle, wind, weight, and wear affect actual flight.