The Wysocki name is synonymous with Trilogy’s Harp and Slammer. But for as famous as Rick’s made those two molds, he’ll forever be a “Pig Man” in my Innova-first mind. How it’s taken me 14-plus years to try out the overstable approach disc, I haven’t the foggiest idea.
No worries, though …
There’s STILL hope for my fallen soul:
- I’ve repented.
- I’ve purchased one.
- I’ve bagged it for a bit.
Here’s what I’ve learned:
The feel of the Pig
Hands down, the feel of the R-Pro Pig is the single-best thing this disc has going for it. The flight is great, but there are plenty of discs out there that mimic it. And the overall look of the frisbee’s pedestrian, at best. Heck, it’s not even available in many plastics …
But man, it’s straight BUTTER in the hand.
Like, take the in-hand feel of the Polecat – it’s the complete opposite of that travesty.
If I had to describe it, I’d label it “tire-esque,” if that makes sense. The majority of the disc’s weight is contained along the outside edge of the rim. It’s thick; it’s bulky. And adding to the whole “tire” comparison, available exclusively in R-Pro plastic, it’s pretty rubbery, too …
You know, like a Michelin.
* Note #1: Though easiest to find in R-Pro, the Factory Store will do firmer Pro runs, too.
Last week, I played with a forehand-dominant buddy of mine. He uses a BT Hard Burst Harp for his short-range approaches. I told him I was writing this review and handed him my Pig for a few practice tosses. No joke, word-for-word, here’s the FIRST thing he said after a quick flick:
“My Harp has nothing on the feel of that thing.”
It’s the EXACT same sensation on backhand hucks – confidence.
The Pig is beefy. The Pig is beadless. The Pig is low-profile. And if you request a “board-flat” one from your retailer of choice, there’s a good chance you’ll get one that fits the bill. I order all of my Innova gear from Disc Golf United. Tell ‘em what you want – Todd will hook you up.
* Note #2: This can be done in the “comments” section at checkout or via their contact page.
The flight of the Pig
If you’re ordering this disc to bomb like a KC Pro Roc, I’ve got bad news …
This (likely) isn’t going to fly that way – you’re not Ricky Wysocki.
And listen, I know the Pig was reclassified as a “midrange” earlier this year, but don’t buy for a second the bump from a speed-three putter to a speed-four mid. The R-Pro Pig flies like a throwing putter, because it IS a throwing putter. And a mighty overstable one, at that …
At least initially.
New, with a glide of one, without much effort, the Pig goes straight for 215-ish feet and dumps. Other amateurs may claim online they stretch their Pig shots out to 300-plus feet, but I have my doubts. On a backhand distance line, I hit 375 feet with relative ease. As my Pig beats in, it wouldn’t surprise me if I push it out to 265 feet. But at that point, I’m going with a Roc3.
Speaking of beat-in Pigs, therein lies the beauty of this thing …
Take it to the slaughter house.
If you’re planning on picking one up, buy two – one to beat and one to preserve. I’ve thrown a beat-to-death R-Pro Pig, and it was plenty capable of flipping to flat on a hyzer line. Again, for me, nowhere near the distance of a midrange, but for any disc slot, I’m big on the following:
One Mold + Many Flights = More Consistency
Both forehand and backhand, spike hyzers, baby flexes and controllable, stable-to-overstable lines in a surprisingly durable R-Pro plastic? You won’t find many complaints from me …
That’s a rarity.
The aesthetic of the Pig
Any way you slice the bacon, it’s a stock R-Pro disc …
It’s not the sexiest of designs, but it’s consistent.
If you’re concerned about the look of your Pig, on occasion, I’ve seen retailers offer “XXL R-Pro War Pigs.” Also, the Factory Store does Tour Series Pigs. This year, with Rick out in Emporia, Bradley Williams’ name graces the Pro Pig’s flight plate – they’re pretty smooth.
* Note #3: From Oklahoma, I’m not big on the Texas-themed design, but I’ll survive. #Boomer
If all you’re needing is something different, pass on each of the above and nab a Factory Second R-Pro Pig. You could argue they’re uglier, but they’re unique – that’s all that really matters.
Did the Innova Pig make my bag?
For right now, no …
But I’m not sure it’ll stay that way.
If you’ve spent any time reading this blog, you know I practically pray to the powers of the “gummy” Champion Rhyno each evening. Combine that with my love of the Champion Color Glow Gator, and there just aren’t many uncovered lines left for the ol’ R-Pro Oinker …
Here’s why I’m (already) questioning myself:
The in-hand feel of the R-Pro Pig is THAT good.
Regardless of what I do, if you struggle to forehand slower, more controllable frisbees, buy a Pig. If the tall, flimsy-feeling shoulders on many putters and midranges have you opting for fairway drivers, buy a Pig. It’s not an A2, Toro, Zone, Tactic, Entropy or Distortion …
It’s a Pig.
You’ve GOT to feel the burliness of the rim on this thing …
The Final Green Splatter Grade: A-
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