Innova Krait Review: The Straightest-Flying Speed 11 Distance Driver

The Innova Krait (11/5/-1/2) is a Speed 11 distance driver built to do one thing better than almost any other driver in its class: fly straight. It shares the same Speed 11, Glide 5, and Turn -1 numbers as the well-known Innova Wraith, but with one less unit of fade. That single-number difference changes the whole shape of the flight - instead of the Wraith's pronounced S-curve finish, the Krait holds a long, flat, "flex" line and lands with a gentle finish rather than a hard left hook. Players often describe it as flying like a Wraith that's already been broken in, straight out of the box.

This review covers exactly how that flatter flight plays out on the course, which arm speeds get the most out of it, how the plastic lineup compares, and how to decide between the Krait and its more overstable Innova stablemates.

Who Should Throw the Innova Krait?

The Krait rewards players who already have some driver experience but want a straighter tool than the typical Speed 11-12 S-curve driver.

• Beginners: Still too fast to reach its intended flight window. A Speed 11 driver needs real arm speed to activate the turn phase before the mild fade kicks in - beginners should start with something like the Leopard3 and work up.
• Intermediate players: This is the Krait's sweet spot. Players who already carry a Wraith or Destroyer but find the finishing hook too aggressive for tight fairways or long straight shots will get real value from the flatter line. It's also an easy way to extend distance without adding more turn to your bag.
• Advanced players: Useful as a utility disc for holes that call for a long, straight shot rather than a big hyzer-flip or S-curve. Many advanced players carry a Krait specifically for tunnel shots and open fairways where a predictable straight flight beats a disc that turns and fades hard.

How the Innova Krait Flies

The flight numbers 11/5/-1/2 describe a driver that turns slightly during the high-speed phase of flight, then finishes with only a mild left fade. The Glide 5 keeps the disc aloft through both phases, and because the fade is a full point lower than the Wraith's, the disc never really commits to the sharp S-curve most Speed 11 drivers produce. Instead it holds a long, flat glide path and settles down gently at the end rather than snapping left.

In practice, that means the Krait is one of the most predictable long-distance throws you can put in a bag - thrown flat and level, it goes where you point it with minimal correction needed for wind or arm-speed variation. In headwinds it holds its line better than more understable discs like the Sidewinder, since there's less turn to get amplified. It's not a maximum-overstability headwind disc like the Firebird, but it won't flip over in moderate wind the way a Speed 11+ understable driver can.

Innova Krait Plastics Compared

• Champion: Clear, hard, and the most common standard plastic for the Krait. Durable and holds its flight numbers longer than softer blends. The default choice for most players. Around $18-20.
• Blizzard Champion: A frosted, mottled Champion variant that flies identically to standard Champion but with a distinctive marbled look. Popular with collectors and players who want a unique-looking bag disc. Around $20-22.
• GStar: Flexible, grippy, and reliable in cold or wet conditions. Similar flight to Champion but softer in hand. A good pick for players who throw in colder climates.
• Metal Flake Champion: Champion plastic with a sparkle finish. Same flight characteristics as standard Champion; purely a cosmetic upgrade.

Similar Discs to Consider

If the Krait's flatter flight isn't quite the right fit, here are three natural alternatives in the same speed range:

• Innova Wraith - Same Speed 11, Glide 5, Turn -1, but with Fade 3 instead of Fade 2. If you want the classic S-curve finish with a stronger hook at the end, the Wraith is the better choice.
• Innova Destroyer - One speed class faster (12/5/-1/3) with the same S-curve profile as the Wraith. Better for players with enough arm speed to reach Speed 12's flight window and who want maximum distance over a flatter line.
• Innova Sidewinder - A much more understable option (9/5/-3/1) built for beginners and roller shots rather than a straight, predictable line. Choose the Sidewinder if you need help getting distance at lower arm speeds.