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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DGATempestDistance Driver13/5/-3/2
DiscraftCrank SSDistance Driver13/5/-3/2

Tempest vs Crank SS

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

Key differences

Height1.7 vs 1.5 cm (+0.2)Rim width2.3 vs 2.4 cm (-0.1)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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DGATempestDistance Driver
DiscraftCrank SSDistance DriverOut of Production
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Tempest
13
Crank SS
13
GlideStays aloft
Tempest
5
Crank SS
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Tempest
-3
Crank SS
-3
FadeLow-speed hook
Tempest
2
Crank SS
2
Specifications
Spec
DGA
Tempest
Discraft
Crank SS
Flight rating
13/5/-3/2
13/5/-3/2
Stability
Understable (-1)
Understable (-1)
Beginner score
41/100
41/100
Est. carry
450 ft
450 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Everyone
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.7 cm
1.5 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
2.3 cm
2.4 cm
Max weight
173 g
175.1 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Production status
In production
Out of production
Price from
$17.99
Not listed
The Verdict

Tempest or Crank SS?

The Tempest and Crank SS fly almost identically (13/5/-3/2). Go with the Tempest - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Tempest: UnderstableCrank SS: Understable
Where to buy
Tempest
$17.99
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Crank SS
See retailer
Out of production
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FAQ

Is the Tempest or Crank SS more overstable?

They are equally stable (both -1) - turn -3/-3, fade 2/2.

Should a beginner pick the Tempest or Crank SS?

Both rate the same for beginners (41/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Tempest and Crank SS?

The Tempest and Crank SS fly almost identically (13/5/-3/2). Go with the Tempest - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

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DGA Tempest vs Discraft Crank SS: Flight Numbers Compared