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Divergent DiscsBasiliskDistance Driver12/6/-4/1

DiscmaniaAstronautDistance Driver12/6/-4/1

Basilisk vs Astronaut

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

Key differences

Height2 vs 1.8 cm (+0.2)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Divergent DiscsBasiliskDistance Driver

DiscmaniaAstronautDistance DriverOut of Production

Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait

SpeedRim & velocity

Basilisk

Astronaut

GlideStays aloft

Basilisk

Astronaut

TurnHigh-speed bend

Basilisk

-4

Astronaut

-4

FadeLow-speed hook

Basilisk

Astronaut

Specifications

Differences only

Spec

Divergent Discs

Basilisk

Discmania

Astronaut

Flight rating

12/6/-4/1

Stability

Very understable (-3)

Beginner score

55/100

Est. carry

438 ft

Type

Distance Driver

Recommended skill≠

Beginner

Everyone

Diameter≠

21.1 cm

21.2 cm

Height≠

2 cm

1.8 cm

Rim depth≠

1.2 cm

1.1 cm

Rim width

2.3 cm

Max weight≠

175 g

176 g

Bead

Beadless

Plastics

PDGA Approved≠

Yes

On Amazon

Not on Amazon

Production status≠

In production

Out of production

Price from≠

$8.99

Not listed

The Verdict

Basilisk or Astronaut?

The Basilisk and Astronaut fly almost identically (12/6/-4/1). Go with the Basilisk - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Basilisk: Very understableAstronaut: Very understable

Where to buy

Basilisk

$8.99

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Astronaut

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Out of production

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FAQ

Is the Basilisk or Astronaut more overstable?

They are equally stable (both -3) - turn -4/-4, fade 1/1.

Should a beginner pick the Basilisk or Astronaut?

Both rate the same for beginners (55/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Basilisk and Astronaut?

The Basilisk and Astronaut fly almost identically (12/6/-4/1). Go with the Basilisk - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

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