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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DiscraftCrank SSDistance Driver13/5/-3/2
DGATempestDistance Driver13/5/-3/2

Crank SS vs Tempest

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

Key differences

Height1.5 vs 1.7 cm (-0.2)Rim width2.4 vs 2.3 cm (+0.1)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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DiscraftCrank SSDistance DriverOut of Production
DGATempestDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Crank SS
13
Tempest
13
GlideStays aloft
Crank SS
5
Tempest
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Crank SS
-3
Tempest
-3
FadeLow-speed hook
Crank SS
2
Tempest
2
Specifications
Spec
Discraft
Crank SS
DGA
Tempest
Flight rating
13/5/-3/2
13/5/-3/2
Stability
Understable (-1)
Understable (-1)
Beginner score
41/100
41/100
Est. carry
450 ft
450 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Everyone
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.5 cm
1.7 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
2.4 cm
2.3 cm
Max weight
175.1 g
173 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Production status
Out of production
In production
Price from
Not listed
$17.99
The Verdict

Crank SS or Tempest?

The Crank SS and Tempest fly almost identically (13/5/-3/2). Choose the Crank SS for far more plastic and weight options (0 blends) and easier availability; choose the Tempest to spend less.

Crank SS: UnderstableTempest: Understable
Where to buy
Crank SS
See retailer
Out of production
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Tempest
$17.99
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FAQ

Is the Crank SS or Tempest more overstable?

They are equally stable (both -1) - turn -3/-3, fade 2/2.

Should a beginner pick the Crank SS or Tempest?

Both rate the same for beginners (41/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Crank SS and Tempest?

The Crank SS and Tempest fly almost identically (13/5/-3/2). Choose the Crank SS for far more plastic and weight options (0 blends) and easier availability; choose the Tempest to spend less.

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