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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DGAPipelineFairway Driver8/5/0/2
MVP Disc SportsShockFairway Driver8/5/0/2.5
Pipeline vs Shock
How Pipeline and Shock compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
FadePipeline 2 vs Shock 2.5Diameter21.4 vs 21.1 cm (+0.3)Height1.5 vs 1.6 cm (-0.1)PlasticsPipeline 11 vs Shock 0
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
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MVP Disc SportsShockFairway DriverOut of Production Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Flight rating≠
8/5/0/2
8/5/0/2.5
Stability≠
Overstable (+2)
Overstable (+2.5)
Beginner score≠
40/100
38/100
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill≠
Everyone
Intermediate, Advanced
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Production status≠
In production
Out of production
Price from≠
$17.99
Not listed
Flight rating≠8/5/0/2
Stability≠Overstable (+2)
Beginner score≠40/100
Est. carry350 ft
TypeFairway Driver
Recommended skill≠Everyone
Diameter≠21.4 cm
Height≠1.5 cm
Rim depth1.1 cm
Rim width≠1.8 cm
Max weight≠174 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics≠11
PDGA ApprovedYes
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Production status≠In production
Price from≠$17.99
Flight rating≠8/5/0/2.5
Stability≠Overstable (+2.5)
Beginner score≠38/100
Est. carry350 ft
TypeFairway Driver
Recommended skill≠Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter≠21.1 cm
Height≠1.6 cm
Rim depth1.1 cm
Rim width≠1.9 cm
Max weight≠175.1 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics≠0
PDGA ApprovedYes
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Production status≠Out of production
Price from≠Not listed
The Verdict
Pipeline or Shock?
Main difference: fade (Pipeline 2 vs Shock 2.5). The Shock fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Pipeline finishes straighter.
Pipeline: OverstableShock: Overstable
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FAQ
Is the Pipeline or Shock more overstable?
The Shock is more overstable (stability +2.5 vs +2). It resists turning and fades harder.
Should a beginner pick the Pipeline or Shock?
A beginner is better off with the Pipeline (beginner score 40/100 vs 38/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the Pipeline and Shock?
Main difference: fade (Pipeline 2 vs Shock 2.5). The Shock fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Pipeline finishes straighter.
