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DisctroyerStarlingDistance Driver13/5/-2/2

DiscraftCrankDistance Driver13/5/-2/2

Starling vs Crank

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

Key differences

Diameter21 vs 21.2 cm (-0.2)Height1.7 vs 1.5 cm (+0.2)Rim width2.4 vs 2.3 cm (+0.1)PlasticsCrank 31 vs Starling 0PriceCrank is cheaper ($1.00 less)

Flight Paths

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DisctroyerStarlingDistance Driver

DiscraftCrankDistance Driver

Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait

SpeedRim & velocity

Starling

Crank

GlideStays aloft

Starling

Crank

TurnHigh-speed bend

Starling

-2

Crank

-2

FadeLow-speed hook

Starling

Crank

Specifications

Differences only

Spec

Disctroyer

Starling

Discraft

Crank

Flight rating

13/5/-2/2

Stability

Understable (+0)

Beginner score

36/100

Est. carry

450 ft

Type

Distance Driver

Recommended skill

Intermediate, Advanced

Diameter≠

21 cm

21.2 cm

Height≠

1.7 cm

1.5 cm

Rim depth≠

1.2 cm

1.1 cm

Rim width≠

2.4 cm

2.3 cm

Max weight≠

176 g

175 g

Bead

Beadless

Plastics≠

31view on disc page →

PDGA Approved≠

Yes

On Amazon

Not on Amazon

Price from≠

$18.99

$17.99

The Verdict

Starling or Crank?

The Starling and Crank fly almost identically (13/5/-2/2). Go with the Crank - it offers more plastic and weight options (31 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Starling: UnderstableCrank: Understable

Where to buy

Starling

$18.99

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Best price

Crank

$17.99

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FAQ

Is the Starling or Crank more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Starling or Crank?

Both rate the same for beginners (36/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Starling and Crank?

The Starling and Crank fly almost identically (13/5/-2/2). Go with the Crank - it offers more plastic and weight options (31 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Starling or Crank?

The Crank is cheaper, starting around $17.99 vs $18.99.

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