Latitude 64 Saint Pro Review: A Beadless Control Driver for Advanced Lines
The Latitude 64 Saint Pro (8/5/-0.5/2) is the beadless, more stable big brother to the original Saint. Where the regular Saint leans understable with a high Glide rating, the Saint Pro trims the Glide down and flattens out the Turn to build a fairway driver that experienced throwers can trust at full power. It has become a go-to disc for touring pros, most notably 2022 PDGA World Champion Kristin Tattar, who has thrown a Saint Pro hot stamp edition. Latitude 64 makes it in Gothenburg, Sweden, as part of the same "Trilogy" family that includes Dynamic Discs and Westside Discs.
This review breaks down what the 8/5/-0.5/2 flight numbers feel like in the air, who the Saint Pro actually suits, how its plastic options change the flight, and where it fits next to other control drivers in your bag.
Latitude 64 Saint Pro - Quick Specs
- Flight Numbers 8 / 5 / -0.5 / 2 (Speed / Glide / Turn / Fade)
- Disc Type Fairway Driver
- Stability Stable to slightly overstable
- Weight Range 165g-176g
- Plastics Opto, Gold Line, Retro, DecoDye, Gold Orbit
- Approx. Price $16-24 depending on plastic
- Best For Intermediate to advanced players wanting a dependable control-driver turnover line
Who Should Throw the Saint Pro?
The Saint Pro rewards players who already generate enough arm speed to unlock its controlled turn, and it holds up under pressure once you have that speed.
- Beginners: The Saint Pro is a tougher first fairway driver than something like the Latitude 64 River. Lower arm speeds won't unlock the slight Turn, so the disc tends to fly straight-to-fade rather than showing its intended turnover line.
- Intermediate players: This is the Saint Pro's sweet spot. At moderate-to-full power, the -0.5 Turn gives a gentle right-hand fade-out during the high-speed phase before the Fade 2 finishes it left. It's controllable enough for fairway lines and forehand shots alike.
- Advanced players: The beadless rim and stable-to-overstable flight make the Saint Pro a reliable choice in headwinds and for hyzer approach shots that need to hold. Many advanced players carry it as the more predictable alternative to the regular Saint.
How the Latitude 64 Saint Pro Flies
The 8/5/-0.5/2 profile describes a fairway driver built for control rather than maximum distance. Compared to the original Saint (9/7/-1/2), the Saint Pro drops two points of Glide and cuts the Turn roughly in half. The result is a flight that turns over less aggressively at the top of its arc and comes back to center sooner.
Thrown flat at full power, the Saint Pro shows a brief, controlled turn to the right during the high-speed phase, then straightens and finishes with a soft left fade. On a hyzer release, the beadless rim helps it hold the hyzer angle longer than many beaded fairway drivers, which is why it's a popular choice for wooded, technical lines. On an anhyzer, it resists flipping over hard, making it usable for controlled turnover shots without the disc getting away from you.
Compared to the Innova Teebird (7/5/0/2): the Saint Pro is one speed class faster and shows a bit more high-speed turn, while the Teebird flies flatter and more neutral throughout. Players who want a workhorse control driver with a touch more distance ceiling than the Teebird often add the Saint Pro. For more on how turn and fade numbers translate to real flight behavior, see the overstable vs understable guide and the flight numbers explained page.
Latitude 64 Saint Pro Plastics Compared
Latitude 64 offers the Saint Pro in several blends, and the plastic choice noticeably shifts how much Turn shows up in the flight.
- Opto: Latitude 64's premium translucent plastic, roughly equivalent to Champion or Lucid. Stiffer than Gold Line, which keeps the flight closer to the stated 8/5/-0.5/2 numbers for longer. Around $20-24.
- Gold Line: More flexible base plastic with a grippier feel, especially in cold or wet weather. Flies slightly more understable than Opto out of the box and beats in a bit faster. Around $16-18.
- Retro: Latitude 64's vintage-style base blend. Affordable and grippy, but wears in more quickly than Opto - a good practical choice for players still developing consistent form.
- Gold Orbit / DecoDye: Specialty finishes over the Gold Line base. Same flight as standard Gold Line; the appeal is entirely cosmetic, including the Kristin Tattar World Champion hot stamp editions.
Recommendation: start with Opto if you want the disc to fly true to its numbers as long as possible. Gold Line is the better pick if you prefer a grippier, more affordable disc and don't mind it turning over a little faster with wear.
Pros
- Beadless rim holds hyzer lines well on technical, wooded shots
- Controlled turnover flight that's more predictable than the standard Saint
- Handles headwinds better than understable fairway drivers
- Trusted by touring professionals including Kristin Tattar
- Available across a wide range of Latitude 64 plastic blends and price points
Cons
- Too fast and stable for most true beginners to unlock its intended flight
- Less glide than the regular Saint, so shorter overall distance ceiling
- Less widely stocked in US retail than Innova or Discraft equivalents
Similar Discs to Consider
If the Saint Pro isn't quite the right fit, these are the closest alternatives:
- Latitude 64 River - The Saint Pro's understable sibling in the Latitude 64 lineup. Much higher Glide and a friendlier Turn for beginners still building arm speed.
- Innova Teebird - A slower, more neutral control driver at Speed 7. Good next step down if the Saint Pro feels like too much disc.
- Discraft Undertaker - Another Speed 9 control driver with a similar "faster Teebird" role. Slightly more neutral out of the box than the Saint Pro.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Latitude 64 Saint Pro a good beginner disc?
Not usually. At Speed 8 with only a -0.5 Turn, the Saint Pro needs real arm speed to show its controlled turnover flight. Beginners tend to see it fly straight-to-fade without much turn at all. A more understable, higher-glide disc like the Latitude 64 River or a dedicated beginner disc is a better starting point.
How is the Saint Pro different from the regular Saint?
The Saint Pro is the more stable, beadless version of the Saint. It carries two fewer points of Glide (5 vs 7) and about half the Turn (-0.5 vs -1), which makes it fly flatter, straighter, and more predictably at high speed. The regular Saint is the better choice for players who want maximum glide and a stronger turnover line.
What plastic should I buy for my first Saint Pro?
Opto plastic is the best choice if you want the disc to fly true to its stated 8/5/-0.5/2 numbers for as long as possible. Gold Line is a solid, more affordable alternative with a grippier feel, though it will turn over a bit more as it wears in.