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DiscraftCrankDistance Driver13/5/-2/2

Gateway Disc SportsAir StrikeDistance Driver13/5/-2/2

Crank vs Air Strike

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)PlasticsCrank 31 vs Air Strike 0PriceAir Strike is cheaper ($2.00 less)

Flight Paths

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DiscraftCrankDistance Driver

Gateway Disc SportsAir StrikeDistance Driver

Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait

SpeedRim & velocity

Crank

Air Strike

GlideStays aloft

Crank

Air Strike

TurnHigh-speed bend

Crank

-2

Air Strike

-2

FadeLow-speed hook

Crank

Air Strike

Specifications

Differences only

Spec

Discraft

Crank

Gateway Disc Sports

Air Strike

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

Rim depth≠

1.1 cm

1.2 cm

Rim width

2.3 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

$15.99

The Verdict

Crank or Air Strike?

The Crank and Air Strike fly almost identically (13/5/-2/2). Choose the Crank for far more plastic and weight options (31 blends) and easier availability; choose the Air Strike to spend less.

Crank: UnderstableAir Strike: Understable

Where to buy

Crank

$17.99

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Best price

Air Strike

$15.99

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FAQ

Is the Crank or Air Strike more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Crank or Air Strike?

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

What is the difference between the Crank and Air Strike?

The Crank and Air Strike fly almost identically (13/5/-2/2). Choose the Crank for far more plastic and weight options (31 blends) and easier availability; choose the Air Strike to spend less.

Which is cheaper, the Crank or Air Strike?

The Air Strike is cheaper, starting around $15.99 vs $17.99.

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