Shortcut | Full Turn Discs · Discgolf-Dorado.com

The "Shortcut" by Full Turn Discs fills a niche in the midrange segment for players seeking an extremely overstable approach disc with minimal glide. With a speed of 4 and glide of 1, it behaves like a controlled brake stone, designed for precise approaches up to around 50 meters. The unusually flat rim and blunt profile resemble utility discs like the Westside Stego, making the "Shortcut" the go-to choice for throws where distance control outweighs range. Especially in Priority plastic, it excels in windy conditions and technically demanding situations. The flight is uncompromisingly straight with a hard fade finish. A turn rating of 1 doesn't indicate actual rightward movement but rather its resistance to unwanted drift, even at high throwing speeds. Instead, the disc stubbornly maintains its hyzer angle and reliably hooks left with a fade of 4 at the end. This flight characteristic makes it a dependable tool for headwind scenarios and forehand approaches where torque resistance is crucial. The low glide ensures the "Shortcut" loses altitude quickly after release and lands early—ideal for greens with obstacles behind them. In practice, this disc is best suited for advanced players looking for a utility midrange for forehand approaches under 55 meters. It handles maximum power without erratic behavior and delivers absolute predictability on hyzer lines. For spike hyzers and steep approaches over trees, its combination of low glide and strong fade offers rare precision. Beginners may struggle with its extreme overstability, while experienced throwers will appreciate the "Shortcut" as an indispensable problem-solver that delivers exactly what the release angle dictates on every throw.