1.6k Discus High School Boys | Pro Gold | Very High Rim Weight
Brass Rim with Premium Composite Plates
Competition Ready: NFHS legal
Very High Spin Interia Potential = Improved Throwing Distance
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Brass 85% Rim Weight Discus | 1.6k Discus | Very High Spin Rate
High school boys discus with 85% rim weight. Pro Gold features a brass rim and premium ABS composite plates. The Pro Gold is ideal for advanced high school discus throwers with high rotational release speed; perfect for experienced throwers looking to hit top marks in competition.
Take advantage of higher rim inertia and maximize distance.
Ships on or before March 30th
🥇 Why The Thrower X Discus Is Better
I designed the Thrower X discus based on decades of coaching experience, creating options that maximize performance at every stage of athlete development.
"The Pro Gold Discus is designed for experienced throwers with high release velocity. At this stage, the goal is to maximize spin potential and carry to achieve greater distance. This high-rim-weight discus rewards sound technique and release velocity while providing the performance advanced athletes need to throw farther."
"I designed this discus for athletes competing at an elite level. It offers championship-level performance at a price that allows programs to put one in the hands of every advanced thrower."
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Coach Scott Cappos |
Key Features
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Rim Weight Ratio: 85% rim weight designed for high-level high school discus throwers
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Construction: Brass rim with premium composite plates
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Performance: Higher rim weight creates more release velocity
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Competition Ready: NFHS legal
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Thrower Level: Advanced high school throwers
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Shipping: Ships in 1–2 business days
Why Choose a High Rim Weight Discus?
A high rim weight discus is built for big distance potential, but requires a fast and stable discus release.
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Increased spin rate = greater distance
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Precision flight = reduced wobble at high speeds
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Demands solid technique and release velocity for best results
Need help selecting a discus? Check out Throws Pro's Discus Selection Guide
Why Choose a Brass Rim Discus?
Brass Higher Rim Weight Features
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Brass is denser than steel or aluminum, allowing manufacturers to concentrate more weight at the edge.
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This increases the rim weight percentage, which promotes a higher moment of inertia; meaning the discus stays spinning longer in the air, leading to greater distance if thrown correctly.
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A brass rim helps the discus stay stable in wind and maintain its orientation, especially at higher speeds.
Brass rims are best suited for advanced/elite throwers with the ability to handle the faster rotational release speeds generated by higher rim weight discuses.
FAQs
Q: Who should use a high rim weight discus?
A: Ideal for advanced high school throwers with consistent technique and high release velocity.
Q: Is this discus legal for competition?
A: Yes! The Thrower X Gold Pro 85% rim weight discus meets all NFHS regulations for official competition.
Q: What’s the benefit of an 85% rim weight?
A: A higher rim weight can provide greater spin at release and longer distances: ideal for technically sound throwers who can release the discus with high velocity.
Why It’s a Top Choice
- High rotational speed for maximum distance
- Designed for durability and performance
- Preferred by coaches with high-level throwers
The Gold Pro 1.6kg discus features an 85% brass rim weight with premium ABS plates for elite performance. Designed for advanced high school boys discus throwers, it maximizes distance with superior spin and stability.
Recommended For
✔️ High school state finalist and national-level throwers
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Need a lower rim weight discus? Thrower X has other options: the 75% rim weight discus and a 68% rim weight discus are available.
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