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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DiscraftCrankDistance Driver13/5/-2/2
Dynamic DiscsCaptainDistance Driver13/5/-2/2

Crank vs Captain

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

Key differences

Height1.5 vs 1.6 cm (-0.1)PlasticsCrank 31 vs Captain 13PriceCrank is cheaper ($1.00 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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DiscraftCrankDistance Driver
Dynamic DiscsCaptainDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Crank
13
Captain
13
GlideStays aloft
Crank
5
Captain
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Crank
-2
Captain
-2
FadeLow-speed hook
Crank
2
Captain
2
Specifications
Spec
Discraft
Crank
Dynamic Discs
Captain
Flight rating
13/5/-2/2
13/5/-2/2
Stability
Understable (+0)
Understable (+0)
Beginner score
36/100
36/100
Est. carry
450 ft
450 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate
Diameter
21.2 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.5 cm
1.6 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
2.3 cm
2.3 cm
Max weight
175 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
PDGA Approved
Yes
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$17.99
$18.99
The Verdict

Crank or Captain?

The Crank and Captain 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: UnderstableCaptain: Understable
Where to buy
Best price
Crank
$17.99
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Captain
$18.99
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FAQ

Is the Crank or Captain more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Crank or Captain?

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

What is the difference between the Crank and Captain?

The Crank and Captain 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 Captain?

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

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Discraft Crank vs Dynamic Discs Captain: Flight Numbers Compared