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DiscraftAresDistance Driver12/6/-1/2
DiscmaniaParadigmDistance Driver12/6/-1.5/2

Ares vs Paradigm

How Ares and Paradigm compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

TurnAres -1 vs Paradigm -1.5Height1.8 vs 1.7 cm (+0.1)Rim width2.3 vs 2.1 cm (+0.2)PriceParadigm is cheaper ($4.00 less)

Flight Paths

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DiscraftAresDistance Driver
DiscmaniaParadigmDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Ares
12
Paradigm
12
GlideStays aloft
Ares
6
Paradigm
6
TurnHigh-speed bend
Ares
-1
Paradigm
-1.5
FadeLow-speed hook
Ares
2
Paradigm
2
Specifications
Spec
Discraft
Ares
Discmania
Paradigm
Flight rating
12/6/-1/2
12/6/-1.5/2
Stability
Stable (+1)
Stable (+0.5)
Beginner score
36/100
38/100
Est. carry
438 ft
438 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.2 cm
Height
1.8 cm
1.7 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
2.3 cm
2.1 cm
Max weight
175 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$21.99
$17.99
The Verdict

Ares or Paradigm?

Main difference: turn (Ares -1 vs Paradigm -1.5). The Paradigm turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Ares resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Ares: StableParadigm: Stable
Where to buy
Ares
$21.99
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Best price
Paradigm
$17.99
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FAQ

Is the Ares or Paradigm more overstable?

The Ares is more overstable (stability +1 vs +0.5). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Ares or Paradigm?

A beginner is better off with the Paradigm (beginner score 38/100 vs 36/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Ares and Paradigm?

Main difference: turn (Ares -1 vs Paradigm -1.5). The Paradigm turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Ares resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Which is cheaper, the Ares or Paradigm?

The Paradigm is cheaper, starting around $17.99 vs $21.99.

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Discraft Ares vs Discmania Paradigm: Flight Numbers Compared