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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DiscmaniaMermaidFairway Driver7/4/-1/2
DiscraftCycloneFairway Driver7/4/-1/2

Mermaid vs Cyclone

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

Key differences

Rim width1.9 vs 1.6 cm (+0.3)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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DiscmaniaMermaidFairway DriverOut of Production
DiscraftCycloneFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Mermaid
7
Cyclone
7
GlideStays aloft
Mermaid
4
Cyclone
4
TurnHigh-speed bend
Mermaid
-1
Cyclone
-1
FadeLow-speed hook
Mermaid
2
Cyclone
2
Specifications
Spec
Discmania
Mermaid
Discraft
Cyclone
Flight rating
7/4/-1/2
7/4/-1/2
Stability
Stable (+1)
Stable (+1)
Beginner score
46/100
46/100
Est. carry
322 ft
322 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Beginner, Intermediate
Intermediate
Diameter
21.3 cm
21.3 cm
Height
1.8 cm
1.8 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
1.9 cm
1.6 cm
Max weight
176.8 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Production status
Out of production
In production
Price from
Not listed
$24.99
The Verdict

Mermaid or Cyclone?

The Mermaid and Cyclone fly almost identically (7/4/-1/2). Choose the Mermaid for far more plastic and weight options (0 blends) and easier availability; choose the Cyclone to spend less.

Mermaid: StableCyclone: Stable
Where to buy
Mermaid
See retailer
Out of production
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Cyclone
$24.99
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FAQ

Is the Mermaid or Cyclone more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Mermaid or Cyclone?

Both rate the same for beginners (46/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Mermaid and Cyclone?

The Mermaid and Cyclone fly almost identically (7/4/-1/2). Choose the Mermaid for far more plastic and weight options (0 blends) and easier availability; choose the Cyclone to spend less.

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Discmania Mermaid vs Discraft Cyclone: Flight Numbers Compared