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ChingVelocityFairway Driver8/5/-2/2
Dynamic DiscsThiefFairway Driver8/5/-1.5/2

Velocity vs Thief

How Velocity and Thief compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

TurnVelocity -2 vs Thief -1.5Height1.7 vs 1.8 cm (-0.1)PlasticsThief 9 vs Velocity 0

Flight Paths

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ChingVelocityFairway DriverOut of Production
Dynamic DiscsThiefFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Velocity
8
Thief
8
GlideStays aloft
Velocity
5
Thief
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Velocity
-2
Thief
-1.5
FadeLow-speed hook
Velocity
2
Thief
2
Specifications
Spec
Ching
Velocity
Dynamic Discs
Thief
Flight rating
8/5/-2/2
8/5/-1.5/2
Stability
Stable (+0)
Stable (+0.5)
Beginner score
50/100
47/100
Est. carry
350 ft
350 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Beginner, Intermediate
Intermediate
Diameter
21.2 cm
21.2 cm
Height
1.7 cm
1.8 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
1.9 cm
1.9 cm
Max weight
176 g
176 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
PDGA Approved
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Production status
Out of production
In production
Price from
Not listed
$21.99
The Verdict

Velocity or Thief?

Main difference: turn (Velocity -2 vs Thief -1.5). The Velocity turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Thief resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Velocity: StableThief: Stable
Where to buy
Velocity
See retailer
Out of production
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Thief
$21.99
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FAQ

Is the Velocity or Thief more overstable?

The Thief is more overstable (stability +0.5 vs +0). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Velocity or Thief?

A beginner is better off with the Velocity (beginner score 50/100 vs 47/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Velocity and Thief?

Main difference: turn (Velocity -2 vs Thief -1.5). The Velocity turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Thief resists turn and holds a hyzer.

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Ching Velocity vs Dynamic Discs Thief: Flight Numbers Compared