I have been playing for years, but only regularly for two. I throw my Rival (7 speed) the same distance as my Sidewinder (9 speed). I max around 250', but average around 220'. I feel I should be pushing 300' regularly. Posting a slow-motion video for your critique.
https://youtu.be/fYRnJbOm0Po
https://youtu.be/fYRnJbOm0Po