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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DiscraftCycloneFairway Driver7/4/-1/2
DiscmaniaMermaidFairway Driver7/4/-1/2

Cyclone vs Mermaid

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

Key differences

Rim width1.6 vs 1.9 cm (-0.3)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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DiscraftCycloneFairway Driver
DiscmaniaMermaidFairway DriverOut of Production
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Cyclone
7
Mermaid
7
GlideStays aloft
Cyclone
4
Mermaid
4
TurnHigh-speed bend
Cyclone
-1
Mermaid
-1
FadeLow-speed hook
Cyclone
2
Mermaid
2
Specifications
Spec
Discraft
Cyclone
Discmania
Mermaid
Flight rating
7/4/-1/2
7/4/-1/2
Stability
Stable (+1)
Stable (+1)
Beginner score
46/100
46/100
Est. carry
322 ft
322 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate
Beginner, Intermediate
Diameter
21.3 cm
21.3 cm
Height
1.8 cm
1.8 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
1.6 cm
1.9 cm
Max weight
175 g
176.8 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Production status
In production
Out of production
Price from
$24.99
Not listed
The Verdict

Cyclone or Mermaid?

The Cyclone and Mermaid fly almost identically (7/4/-1/2). Go with the Cyclone - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Cyclone: StableMermaid: Stable
Where to buy
Cyclone
$24.99
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Mermaid
See retailer
Out of production
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FAQ

Is the Cyclone or Mermaid more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Cyclone or Mermaid?

Both rate the same for beginners (46/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Cyclone and Mermaid?

The Cyclone and Mermaid fly almost identically (7/4/-1/2). Go with the Cyclone - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

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Discraft Cyclone vs Discmania Mermaid: Flight Numbers Compared