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 LevelPonderosaPutt & Approach3/4/-2/0
Prodigy DiscPA-5Putt & Approach3/4/-2/0.5
Ponderosa vs PA-5
How Ponderosa and PA-5 compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
FadePonderosa 0 vs PA-5 0.5Diameter21.1 vs 21.4 cm (-0.3)Height2.1 vs 1.9 cm (+0.2)PlasticsPA-5 32 vs Ponderosa 0PricePA-5 is cheaper ($9.00 less)
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
Tap a disc to show or hide its path. Estimated from flight numbers.
Prodigy DiscPA-5Putt & Approach Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Spec
Above Ground Level
Ponderosa
Flight rating≠
3/4/-2/0
3/4/-2/0.5
Stability≠
Understable (-2)
Understable (-1.5)
Beginner score≠
70/100
68/100
Type
Putt & Approach
Putt & Approach
Recommended skill≠
Beginner, Everyone
Everyone
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Above Ground Level
Ponderosa
Flight rating≠3/4/-2/0
Stability≠Understable (-2)
Beginner score≠70/100
Est. carry242 ft
TypePutt & Approach
Recommended skill≠Beginner, Everyone
Diameter≠21.1 cm
Height≠2.1 cm
Rim depth≠1.5 cm
Rim width≠1 cm
Max weight177 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics≠0
PDGA ApprovedNo
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$16.99
Flight rating≠3/4/-2/0.5
Stability≠Understable (-1.5)
Beginner score≠68/100
Est. carry242 ft
TypePutt & Approach
Recommended skill≠Everyone
Diameter≠21.4 cm
Height≠1.9 cm
Rim depth≠1.3 cm
Rim width≠0.9 cm
Max weight177 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics≠32
PDGA ApprovedNo
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$7.99
The Verdict
Ponderosa or PA-5?
Main difference: fade (Ponderosa 0 vs PA-5 0.5). The PA-5 fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Ponderosa finishes straighter.
Ponderosa: UnderstablePA-5: Understable
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FAQ
Is the Ponderosa or PA-5 more overstable?
The PA-5 is more overstable (stability -1.5 vs -2). It resists turning and fades harder.
Should a beginner pick the Ponderosa or PA-5?
A beginner is better off with the Ponderosa (beginner score 70/100 vs 68/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the Ponderosa and PA-5?
Main difference: fade (Ponderosa 0 vs PA-5 0.5). The PA-5 fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Ponderosa finishes straighter.
Which is cheaper, the Ponderosa or PA-5?
The PA-5 is cheaper, starting around $7.99 vs $16.99.
