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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 LevelCypressDistance Driver12/5/-2/2
X-COMUrsa MajorDistance Driver12/5/-2/2

Cypress vs Ursa Major

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

Key differences

Height1.5 vs 1.4 cm (+0.1)Rim width2.2 vs 2.5 cm (-0.3)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Above Ground LevelCypressDistance DriverOut of Production
X-COMUrsa MajorDistance DriverOut of Production
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Cypress
12
Ursa Major
12
GlideStays aloft
Cypress
5
Ursa Major
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Cypress
-2
Ursa Major
-2
FadeLow-speed hook
Cypress
2
Ursa Major
2
Specifications
Spec
Above Ground Level
Cypress
X-COM
Ursa Major
Flight rating
12/5/-2/2
12/5/-2/2
Stability
Understable (+0)
Understable (+0)
Beginner score
38/100
38/100
Est. carry
430 ft
430 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill≠
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate
Diameter
21.2 cm
21.2 cm
Height≠
1.5 cm
1.4 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width≠
2.2 cm
2.5 cm
Max weight
176 g
176 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Production status
Out of production
Out of production
Price from
Not listed
Not listed
The Verdict

Cypress or Ursa Major?

The Cypress and Ursa Major 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: UnderstableUrsa Major: Understable
Where to buy
Cypress
See retailer
Out of production
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Ursa Major
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Out of production
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FAQ

Is the Cypress or Ursa Major more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Cypress or Ursa Major?

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

What is the difference between the Cypress and Ursa Major?

The Cypress and Ursa Major 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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Above Ground Level Cypress
Above Ground Level
Cypress
12 / 5 / -2 / 2
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X-COM Ursa Major
X-COM
Ursa Major
12 / 5 / -2 / 2
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Above Ground Level Cypress vs X-COM Ursa Major: Flight Numbers Co