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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DiscraftNukeDistance Driver13/5/-1/3
Lone Star DiscBowieDistance Driver13/5/-1/3

Nuke vs Bowie

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

Key differences

Rim width2.5 vs 2.4 cm (+0.1)PlasticsNuke 40 vs Bowie 0AvailabilityNuke is on Amazon; Bowie is notPriceBowie is cheaper ($2.00 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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DiscraftNukeDistance Driver
Lone Star DiscBowieDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Nuke
13
Bowie
13
GlideStays aloft
Nuke
5
Bowie
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Nuke
-1
Bowie
-1
FadeLow-speed hook
Nuke
3
Bowie
3
Specifications
Spec
Discraft
Nuke
Lone Star Disc
Bowie
Flight rating
13/5/-1/3
13/5/-1/3
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Overstable (+2)
Beginner score
27/100
27/100
Est. carry
450 ft
450 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Advanced
Advanced
Diameter
21.2 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.6 cm
1.7 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
2.5 cm
2.4 cm
Max weight
177 g
174 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
Yes
On Amazon
Yes
Not on Amazon
Price from
$17.99
$15.99
The Verdict

Nuke or Bowie?

The Nuke and Bowie fly almost identically (13/5/-1/3). Choose the Nuke for far more plastic and weight options (40 blends) and easier availability; choose the Bowie to spend less.

Nuke: OverstableBowie: Overstable
Where to buy
Nuke
$17.99
Best price
Bowie
$15.99
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FAQ

Is the Nuke or Bowie more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Nuke or Bowie?

Both rate the same for beginners (27/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Nuke and Bowie?

The Nuke and Bowie fly almost identically (13/5/-1/3). Choose the Nuke for far more plastic and weight options (40 blends) and easier availability; choose the Bowie to spend less.

Which is cheaper, the Nuke or Bowie?

The Bowie is cheaper, starting around $15.99 vs $17.99.

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Discraft Nuke vs Lone Star Disc Bowie: Flight Numbers Compared