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DGAPipelineFairway Driver8/5/0/2

VibramArchFairway Driver8/5/0/2

Pipeline vs Arch

These 2 fairway drivers share the same flight numbers - the deciding factors are plastic selection, price, and availability.

Key differences

Diameter21.4 vs 21 cm (+0.4)Height1.5 vs 1.9 cm (-0.4)PlasticsPipeline 11 vs Arch 0

Flight Paths

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DGAPipelineFairway Driver

VibramArchFairway DriverOut of Production

Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait

SpeedRim & velocity

Pipeline

Arch

GlideStays aloft

Pipeline

Arch

TurnHigh-speed bend

Pipeline

Arch

FadeLow-speed hook

Pipeline

Arch

Specifications

Differences only

Spec

DGA

Pipeline

Vibram

Arch

Flight rating

8/5/0/2

Stability

Overstable (+2)

Beginner score

40/100

Est. carry

350 ft

Type

Fairway Driver

Recommended skill

Everyone

Diameter≠

21.4 cm

21 cm

Height≠

1.5 cm

1.9 cm

Rim depth

1.1 cm

Rim width

1.8 cm

Max weight≠

174 g

174.3 g

Bead

Beadless

Plastics≠

11view on disc page →

PDGA Approved

Yes

On Amazon

Not on Amazon

Production status≠

In production

Out of production

Price from≠

$17.99

Not listed

The Verdict

Pipeline or Arch?

The Pipeline and Arch fly almost identically (8/5/0/2). Go with the Pipeline - it offers more plastic and weight options (11 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Pipeline: OverstableArch: Overstable

Where to buy

Pipeline

$17.99

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Arch

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Out of production

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FAQ

Is the Pipeline or Arch more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +2) - turn 0/0, fade 2/2.

Should a beginner pick the Pipeline or Arch?

Both rate the same for beginners (40/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Pipeline and Arch?

The Pipeline and Arch fly almost identically (8/5/0/2). Go with the Pipeline - it offers more plastic and weight options (11 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

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