I have a 159 medium Lace, and it throws the same brand new as my other brand new Lace, which is maximum weight... not sure how the two will beat-in differently. Laces will beat-in to flippy, depending on how you throw it. You should be throwing, at least, 300'-350' consistently. Otherwise, expect healthy fades on your throws... the Lace is addicting, because of the speed/distance factor, but it also tends to be inconsistent for newer players who have trouble throwing it at the right speed and for more experienced players who would like something more overstable.