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DiscraftCrankDistance Driver13/5/-2/2

DisctroyerStarlingDistance Driver13/5/-2/2

Crank vs Starling

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

Key differences

Diameter21.2 vs 21 cm (+0.2)Height1.5 vs 1.7 cm (-0.2)Rim width2.3 vs 2.4 cm (-0.1)PlasticsCrank 31 vs Starling 0PriceCrank is cheaper ($1.00 less)

Flight Paths

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DiscraftCrankDistance Driver

DisctroyerStarlingDistance Driver

Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait

SpeedRim & velocity

Crank

Starling

GlideStays aloft

Crank

Starling

TurnHigh-speed bend

Crank

-2

Starling

-2

FadeLow-speed hook

Crank

Starling

Specifications

Differences only

Spec

Discraft

Crank

Disctroyer

Starling

Flight rating

13/5/-2/2

Stability

Understable (+0)

Beginner score

36/100

Est. carry

450 ft

Type

Distance Driver

Recommended skill

Intermediate, Advanced

Diameter≠

21.2 cm

21 cm

Height≠

1.5 cm

1.7 cm

Rim depth≠

1.1 cm

1.2 cm

Rim width≠

2.3 cm

2.4 cm

Max weight≠

175 g

176 g

Bead

Beadless

Plastics≠

31view on disc page →

PDGA Approved≠

Yes

On Amazon

Not on Amazon

Price from≠

$17.99

$18.99

The Verdict

Crank or Starling?

The Crank and Starling fly almost identically (13/5/-2/2). Go with the Crank - it offers more plastic and weight options (31 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Crank: UnderstableStarling: Understable

Where to buy

Best price

Crank

$17.99

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Starling

$18.99

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FAQ

Is the Crank or Starling more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Crank or Starling?

Both rate the same for beginners (36/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Crank and Starling?

The Crank and Starling fly almost identically (13/5/-2/2). Go with the Crank - it offers more plastic and weight options (31 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Crank or Starling?

The Crank is cheaper, starting around $17.99 vs $18.99.

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