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DiscraftGlideMidrange6/5/-3/2
Mint DiscsLobsterMidrange5/5/-3/1

Glide vs Lobster

How Glide and Lobster compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

SpeedGlide 6 vs Lobster 5FadeGlide 2 vs Lobster 1Height2 vs 1.8 cm (+0.2)Rim width1.5 vs 1.4 cm (+0.1)PlasticsGlide 9 vs Lobster 0PriceLobster is cheaper ($5.00 less)

Flight Paths

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DiscraftGlideMidrange
Mint DiscsLobsterMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Glide
6
Lobster
5
GlideStays aloft
Glide
5
Lobster
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Glide
-3
Lobster
-3
FadeLow-speed hook
Glide
2
Lobster
1
Specifications
Spec
Discraft
Glide
Mint Discs
Lobster
Flight rating
6/5/-3/2
5/5/-3/1
Stability
Understable (-1)
Understable (-2)
Beginner score
61/100
67/100
Est. carry
310 ft
290 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill
Beginner, Everyone
Everyone
Diameter
21.5 cm
21.5 cm
Height
2 cm
1.8 cm
Rim depth
1.3 cm
1.3 cm
Rim width
1.5 cm
1.4 cm
Max weight
177 g
178 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$24.99
$19.99
The Verdict

Glide or Lobster?

Main difference: speed (Glide 6 vs Lobster 5). The Glide has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the Lobster is easier to control.

Glide: UnderstableLobster: Understable
Where to buy
Glide
$24.99
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Best price
Lobster
$19.99
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FAQ

Is the Glide or Lobster more overstable?

The Glide is more overstable (stability -1 vs -2). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Glide or Lobster?

A beginner is better off with the Lobster (beginner score 67/100 vs 61/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Glide and Lobster?

Main difference: speed (Glide 6 vs Lobster 5). The Glide has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the Lobster is easier to control.

Which is cheaper, the Glide or Lobster?

The Lobster is cheaper, starting around $19.99 vs $24.99.

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Discraft Glide vs Mint Discs Lobster: Flight Numbers Compared