Compare Disc Golf Discs

Pick two or more discs and see exactly how they differ - flight, feel, distance, and price, side by side.

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Above Ground LevelBaobabPutt & Approach4/1/1/3
DiscraftFossilPutt & Approach3/1/0/3

Baobab vs Fossil

How Baobab and Fossil compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

SpeedBaobab 4 vs Fossil 3TurnBaobab 1 vs Fossil 0Diameter21.3 vs 21 cm (+0.3)Height1.7 vs 1.9 cm (-0.2)Rim width1.1 vs 1.3 cm (-0.2)PriceBaobab is cheaper ($5.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Above Ground LevelBaobabPutt & Approach
DiscraftFossilPutt & Approach
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Baobab
4
Fossil
3
GlideStays aloft
Baobab
1
Fossil
1
TurnHigh-speed bend
Baobab
1
Fossil
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Baobab
3
Fossil
3
Specifications
Spec
Above Ground Level
Baobab
Discraft
Fossil
Flight rating
4/1/1/3
3/1/0/3
Stability
Very overstable (+4)
Very overstable (+3)
Beginner score
39/100
42/100
Est. carry
238 ft
218 ft
Type
Putt & Approach
Putt & Approach
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.3 cm
21 cm
Height
1.7 cm
1.9 cm
Rim depth
1.3 cm
1.4 cm
Rim width
1.1 cm
1.3 cm
Max weight
176 g
174.3 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$16.99
$21.99
The Verdict

Baobab or Fossil?

Main difference: speed (Baobab 4 vs Fossil 3). The Baobab has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the Fossil is easier to control.

Baobab: Very overstableFossil: Very overstable
Where to buy
Best price
Baobab
$16.99
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Fossil
$21.99
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FAQ

Is the Baobab or Fossil more overstable?

The Baobab is more overstable (stability +4 vs +3). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Baobab or Fossil?

A beginner is better off with the Fossil (beginner score 42/100 vs 39/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Baobab and Fossil?

Main difference: speed (Baobab 4 vs Fossil 3). The Baobab has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the Fossil is easier to control.

Which is cheaper, the Baobab or Fossil?

The Baobab is cheaper, starting around $16.99 vs $21.99.

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Above Ground Level Baobab vs Discraft Fossil: Flight Numbers Comp