The First Run Ares: Power Takes New Form in Paul McBeth's Lineup
- Discraft Discs
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The wait is almost over. The First Run Ares is available for retailers to order beginning on June 19th with an online release at Discraft.com on July 10th!
Built for players who want speed, confidence, and a finish they can trust, the Ares is made to handle aggressive throws without losing control. Whether you’re stepping into a full-power backhand, attacking a headwind, or shaping a committed flex line, this is a driver designed to hold up when the shot demands more.
Built for Power. Made for Control.
The Ares carries the kind of speed and presence that big-arm throwers look for in a distance driver, but what sets it apart is the added confidence it brings at release. This disc is made for players who want to throw hard without feeling like the disc is going to turn too far or get away from them.
How the Ares Separates Itself from the Zeus
While Ares was built off the Zeus, they both offer two different advantages when attacking a course. Both are high-speed distance drivers built for power, but after testing and throwing the First Run Ares, it has officially started to separate itself as its own disc. Where the Zeus is known for controlled distance, glide, and workable power, the Ares brings a stronger, more torque-resistant flight with a more confident finish. It gives players the ability to throw hard into the wind without worrying about it drifting too far off line.
The First Run Ares also stands out with a consistent dome across the run. That signature pop-top feel gives the disc a unique presence in the hand and helps create the kind of powerful flight players search for in a distance driver. Combined with its ESP blend, the Ares feels less like an overlap and more like a new option for players who want extra bite, added confidence, and a reliable finish at full power.
But Who Should Throw the Ares?
The First Run Ares is built for players looking for a high-speed distance driver with dependable stability and a strong finishing flight.
This is a disc worth checking out if you want:
A powerful distance driver with torque resistance
A reliable finish in windy or demanding conditions
A driver that can handle committed backhand or forehand power
A premium ESP feel with consistent dome across the run
A First Run release with that sought-after pop-top profile
For controlled distance, flex lines, power hyzers, and confident placement off the tee, the Ares gives players a new way to attack the course.
Release Information
The First Run Ares will be available for retailers to order on June 19th with an online release at Discraft.com July 10th. If you’re looking for a new power driver with premium ESP feel, a consistent dome, and the kind of reliable finish that lets you throw with confidence, this is a release worth checking out!







