Compare Disc Golf Discs

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Birdie Disc Golf SupplyWeaponFairway Driver8/5/0/2.5
Essential DiscsRainFairway Driver8/5/0/2

Weapon vs Rain

How Weapon and Rain compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

FadeWeapon 2.5 vs Rain 2Diameter21.1 vs 21.3 cm (-0.2)Height1.4 vs 1.7 cm (-0.3)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Birdie Disc Golf SupplyWeaponFairway Driver
Essential DiscsRainFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Weapon
8
Rain
8
GlideStays aloft
Weapon
5
Rain
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Weapon
0
Rain
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Weapon
2.5
Rain
2
Specifications
Spec
Birdie Disc Golf Supply
Weapon
Essential Discs
Rain
Flight rating
8/5/0/2.5
8/5/0/2
Stability
Overstable (+2.5)
Overstable (+2)
Beginner score
38/100
40/100
Est. carry
350 ft
350 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Not listed
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.3 cm
Height
1.4 cm
1.7 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
1.9 cm
1.9 cm
Max weight
175 g
164 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
Not listed
$21.99
The Verdict

Weapon or Rain?

Main difference: fade (Weapon 2.5 vs Rain 2). The Weapon fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Rain finishes straighter.

Weapon: OverstableRain: Overstable
Where to buy
Weapon
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Rain
$21.99
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FAQ

Is the Weapon or Rain more overstable?

The Weapon is more overstable (stability +2.5 vs +2). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Weapon or Rain?

A beginner is better off with the Rain (beginner score 40/100 vs 38/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Weapon and Rain?

Main difference: fade (Weapon 2.5 vs Rain 2). The Weapon fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Rain finishes straighter.

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Birdie Disc Golf Supply Weapon vs Essential Discs Rain: Flight Nu