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DiscmaniaFDFairway Driver7/6/0/1
Guru Disc GolfNight TrooperFairway Driver7/6/-1/1

FD vs Night Trooper

How FD and Night Trooper compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

TurnFD 0 vs Night Trooper -1Diameter21.2 vs 21 cm (+0.2)Height1.8 vs 1.5 cm (+0.3)Rim width1.7 vs 1.8 cm (-0.1)PlasticsFD 29 vs Night Trooper 0PriceFD is cheaper ($2.00 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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DiscmaniaFDFairway Driver
Guru Disc GolfNight TrooperFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
FD
7
Night Trooper
7
GlideStays aloft
FD
6
Night Trooper
6
TurnHigh-speed bend
FD
0
Night Trooper
-1
FadeLow-speed hook
FD
1
Night Trooper
1
Specifications
Spec
Discmania
FD
Guru Disc Golf
Night Trooper
Flight rating
7/6/0/1
7/6/-1/1
Stability
Stable (+1)
Stable (+0)
Beginner score
49/100
54/100
Est. carry
338 ft
338 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Everyone
Beginner
Diameter
21.2 cm
21 cm
Height
1.8 cm
1.5 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
1.7 cm
1.8 cm
Max weight
176 g
176 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$14.99
$16.99
The Verdict

FD or Night Trooper?

Main difference: turn (FD 0 vs Night Trooper -1). The Night Trooper turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the FD resists turn and holds a hyzer.

FD: StableNight Trooper: Stable
Where to buy
Best price
FD
$14.99
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Night Trooper
$16.99
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FAQ

Is the FD or Night Trooper more overstable?

The FD is more overstable (stability +1 vs +0). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the FD or Night Trooper?

A beginner is better off with the Night Trooper (beginner score 54/100 vs 49/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the FD and Night Trooper?

Main difference: turn (FD 0 vs Night Trooper -1). The Night Trooper turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the FD resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Which is cheaper, the FD or Night Trooper?

The FD is cheaper, starting around $14.99 vs $16.99.

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Discmania FD vs Guru Disc Golf Night Trooper: Flight Numbers Comp