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Above Ground LevelJuniperMidrange5/6/-2/1
Lone Star DiscBearKatMidrange5/5/-2/1

Juniper vs BearKat

How Juniper and BearKat compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

GlideJuniper 6 vs BearKat 5PriceBearKat is cheaper ($5.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Above Ground LevelJuniperMidrange
Lone Star DiscBearKatMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Juniper
5
BearKat
5
GlideStays aloft
Juniper
6
BearKat
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Juniper
-2
BearKat
-2
FadeLow-speed hook
Juniper
1
BearKat
1
Specifications
Spec
Above Ground Level
Juniper
Lone Star Disc
BearKat
Flight rating
5/6/-2/1
5/5/-2/1
Stability
Understable (-1)
Understable (-1)
Beginner score
65/100
62/100
Est. carry
298 ft
290 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill
Everyone
Everyone
Diameter
21.7 cm
21.7 cm
Height
1.7 cm
1.6 cm
Rim depth
1.3 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
1.4 cm
1.3 cm
Max weight
180 g
179 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$22.99
$17.99
The Verdict

Juniper or BearKat?

Main difference: glide (Juniper 6 vs BearKat 5). The Juniper floats and carries farther; the BearKat holds its line better in wind.

Juniper: UnderstableBearKat: Understable
Where to buy
Juniper
$22.99
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Best price
BearKat
$17.99
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FAQ

Is the Juniper or BearKat more overstable?

They are equally stable (both -1) - turn -2/-2, fade 1/1.

Should a beginner pick the Juniper or BearKat?

A beginner is better off with the Juniper (beginner score 65/100 vs 62/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Juniper and BearKat?

Main difference: glide (Juniper 6 vs BearKat 5). The Juniper floats and carries farther; the BearKat holds its line better in wind.

Which is cheaper, the Juniper or BearKat?

The BearKat is cheaper, starting around $17.99 vs $22.99.

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