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Pick two or more discs and see exactly how they differ - flight, feel, distance, and price, side by side.

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DiscraftSpectraDistance Driver12/5/-2/2
Above Ground LevelCypressDistance Driver12/5/-2/2

Spectra vs Cypress

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

Key differences

Diameter21.4 vs 21.2 cm (+0.2)Height1.9 vs 1.5 cm (+0.4)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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DiscraftSpectraDistance DriverOut of Production
Above Ground LevelCypressDistance DriverOut of Production
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Spectra
12
Cypress
12
GlideStays aloft
Spectra
5
Cypress
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Spectra
-2
Cypress
-2
FadeLow-speed hook
Spectra
2
Cypress
2
Specifications
Spec
Discraft
Spectra
Above Ground Level
Cypress
Flight rating
12/5/-2/2
12/5/-2/2
Stability
Understable (+0)
Understable (+0)
Beginner score
38/100
38/100
Est. carry
430 ft
430 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill≠
Beginner, Intermediate
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter≠
21.4 cm
21.2 cm
Height≠
1.9 cm
1.5 cm
Rim depth≠
1.2 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
2.2 cm
2.2 cm
Max weight
176 g
176 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved≠
Yes
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Production status
Out of production
Out of production
Price from
Not listed
Not listed
The Verdict

Spectra or Cypress?

The Spectra and Cypress fly almost identically (12/5/-2/2). Go with the Spectra - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Spectra: UnderstableCypress: Understable
Where to buy
Spectra
See retailer
Out of production
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Cypress
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Out of production
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FAQ

Is the Spectra or Cypress more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Spectra or Cypress?

Both rate the same for beginners (38/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Spectra and Cypress?

The Spectra and Cypress fly almost identically (12/5/-2/2). Go with the Spectra - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

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Discraft Spectra
Discraft
Spectra
12 / 5 / -2 / 2
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Above Ground Level Cypress
Above Ground Level
Cypress
12 / 5 / -2 / 2
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Discraft Spectra vs Above Ground Level Cypress: Flight Numbers Co