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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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DiscmaniaMD3Midrange5/5/0/1
Thought Space AthleticsPathfinderMidrange5/5/0/1

MD3 vs Pathfinder

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

Key differences

Diameter21.8 vs 21.5 cm (+0.3)Height1.9 vs 1.7 cm (+0.2)PlasticsMD3 20 vs Pathfinder 12PriceMD3 is cheaper ($1.00 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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DiscmaniaMD3Midrange
Thought Space AthleticsPathfinderMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
MD3
5
Pathfinder
5
GlideStays aloft
MD3
5
Pathfinder
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
MD3
0
Pathfinder
0
FadeLow-speed hook
MD3
1
Pathfinder
1
Specifications
Spec
Discmania
MD3
Thought Space Athletics
Pathfinder
Flight rating
5/5/0/1
5/5/0/1
Stability
Overstable (+1)
Overstable (+1)
Beginner score
52/100
52/100
Est. carry
290 ft
290 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill≠
Everyone
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Everyone
Diameter≠
21.8 cm
21.5 cm
Height≠
1.9 cm
1.7 cm
Rim depth
1.3 cm
1.3 cm
Rim width
1.4 cm
1.4 cm
Max weight≠
180 g
178 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics≠
20view on disc page →
12view on disc page →
PDGA Approved≠
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from≠
$21.99
$22.99
The Verdict

MD3 or Pathfinder?

The MD3 and Pathfinder fly almost identically (5/5/0/1). Go with the MD3 - it offers more plastic and weight options (20 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

MD3: OverstablePathfinder: Overstable
Where to buy
Best price
MD3
$21.99
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Pathfinder
$22.99
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FAQ

Is the MD3 or Pathfinder more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +1) - turn 0/0, fade 1/1.

Should a beginner pick the MD3 or Pathfinder?

Both rate the same for beginners (52/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the MD3 and Pathfinder?

The MD3 and Pathfinder fly almost identically (5/5/0/1). Go with the MD3 - it offers more plastic and weight options (20 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the MD3 or Pathfinder?

The MD3 is cheaper, starting around $21.99 vs $22.99.

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Discmania MD3
Discmania
MD3
5 / 5 / 0 / 1
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Thought Space Athletics Pathfinder
Thought Space Athletics
Pathfinder
5 / 5 / 0 / 1
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Discmania MD3 vs Thought Space Athletics Pathfinder: Flight Numbe