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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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DiscmaniaVanguardFairway Driver9/5/0/2
Lone Star DiscMad CatFairway Driver9/5/0/2

Vanguard vs Mad Cat

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

Key differences

Height1.7 vs 1.8 cm (-0.1)Rim width2 vs 1.9 cm (+0.1)PriceMad Cat is cheaper ($7.00 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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DiscmaniaVanguardFairway Driver
Lone Star DiscMad CatFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Vanguard
9
Mad Cat
9
GlideStays aloft
Vanguard
5
Mad Cat
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Vanguard
0
Mad Cat
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Vanguard
2
Mad Cat
2
Specifications
Spec
Discmania
Vanguard
Lone Star Disc
Mad Cat
Flight rating
9/5/0/2
9/5/0/2
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Overstable (+2)
Beginner score
37/100
37/100
Est. carry
370 ft
370 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.2 cm
21.2 cm
Height
1.7 cm
1.8 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
2 cm
1.9 cm
Max weight
176 g
176 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$24.99
$17.99
The Verdict

Vanguard or Mad Cat?

The Vanguard and Mad Cat fly almost identically (9/5/0/2). Choose the Vanguard for far more plastic and weight options (0 blends) and easier availability; choose the Mad Cat to spend less.

Vanguard: OverstableMad Cat: Overstable
Where to buy
Vanguard
$24.99
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Best price
Mad Cat
$17.99
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FAQ

Is the Vanguard or Mad Cat more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +2) - turn 0/0, fade 2/2.

Should a beginner pick the Vanguard or Mad Cat?

Both rate the same for beginners (37/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Vanguard and Mad Cat?

The Vanguard and Mad Cat fly almost identically (9/5/0/2). Choose the Vanguard for far more plastic and weight options (0 blends) and easier availability; choose the Mad Cat to spend less.

Which is cheaper, the Vanguard or Mad Cat?

The Mad Cat is cheaper, starting around $17.99 vs $24.99.

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Discmania Vanguard vs Lone Star Disc Mad Cat: Flight Numbers Comp