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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
Full TurnCruiseDistance Driver13/5/-3/2

Tempest vs Cruise

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

Key differences

PriceCruise is cheaper ($2.00 less)

Flight Paths

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DGATempestDistance Driver
Full TurnCruiseDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Tempest
13
Cruise
13
GlideStays aloft
Tempest
5
Cruise
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Tempest
-3
Cruise
-3
FadeLow-speed hook
Tempest
2
Cruise
2
Specifications
Spec
DGA
Tempest
Full Turn
Cruise
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
1.6 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
2.3 cm
2.3 cm
Max weight
173 g
173 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$17.99
$15.99
The Verdict

Tempest or Cruise?

The Tempest and Cruise fly almost identically (13/5/-3/2). Choose the Tempest for far more plastic and weight options (0 blends) and easier availability; choose the Cruise to spend less.

Tempest: UnderstableCruise: Understable
Where to buy
Tempest
$17.99
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Best price
Cruise
$15.99
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FAQ

Is the Tempest or Cruise more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Tempest or Cruise?

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

What is the difference between the Tempest and Cruise?

The Tempest and Cruise fly almost identically (13/5/-3/2). Choose the Tempest for far more plastic and weight options (0 blends) and easier availability; choose the Cruise to spend less.

Which is cheaper, the Tempest or Cruise?

The Cruise is cheaper, starting around $15.99 vs $17.99.

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