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Above Ground LevelCypressDistance Driver12/5/-2/2

DiscraftSpectraDistance Driver12/5/-2/2

Cypress vs Spectra

These 2 distance drivers share the same flight numbers - the deciding factors are plastic selection, price, and availability.

Key differences

Diameter21.2 vs 21.4 cm (-0.2)Height1.5 vs 1.9 cm (-0.4)

Flight Paths

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Above Ground LevelCypressDistance DriverOut of Production

DiscraftSpectraDistance DriverOut of Production

Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait

SpeedRim & velocity

Cypress

Spectra

GlideStays aloft

Cypress

Spectra

TurnHigh-speed bend

Cypress

-2

Spectra

-2

FadeLow-speed hook

Cypress

Spectra

Specifications

Differences only

Spec

Above Ground Level

Cypress

Discraft

Spectra

Flight rating

12/5/-2/2

Stability

Understable (+0)

Beginner score

38/100

Est. carry

430 ft

Type

Distance Driver

Recommended skill≠

Intermediate, Advanced

Beginner, Intermediate

Diameter≠

21.2 cm

21.4 cm

Height≠

1.5 cm

1.9 cm

Rim depth≠

1.1 cm

1.2 cm

Rim width

2.2 cm

Max weight

176 g

Bead

Beadless

Plastics

PDGA Approved≠

Yes

On Amazon

Not on Amazon

Production status

Out of production

Price from

Not listed

The Verdict

Cypress or Spectra?

The Cypress and Spectra fly almost identically (12/5/-2/2). Go with the Cypress - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Cypress: UnderstableSpectra: Understable

Where to buy

Cypress

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Out of production

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Spectra

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Out of production

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FAQ

Is the Cypress or Spectra more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +0) - turn -2/-2, fade 2/2.

Should a beginner pick the Cypress or Spectra?

Both rate the same for beginners (38/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Cypress and Spectra?

The Cypress and Spectra fly almost identically (12/5/-2/2). Go with the Cypress - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

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