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Doomsday DiscsDesolationMidrange5/5/0/2
Lone Star DiscHoustonMidrange5/5/0/2

Desolation vs Houston

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

Key differences

Diameter21.2 vs 21.5 cm (-0.3)Height2.1 vs 1.9 cm (+0.2)Rim width1.5 vs 1.4 cm (+0.1)PlasticsDesolation 9 vs Houston 0PriceDesolation is cheaper ($4.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Doomsday DiscsDesolationMidrange
Lone Star DiscHoustonMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Desolation
5
Houston
5
GlideStays aloft
Desolation
5
Houston
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Desolation
0
Houston
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Desolation
2
Houston
2
Specifications
Spec
Doomsday Discs
Desolation
Lone Star Disc
Houston
Flight rating
5/5/0/2
5/5/0/2
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Overstable (+2)
Beginner score
48/100
48/100
Est. carry
290 ft
290 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill
Everyone
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.2 cm
21.5 cm
Height
2.1 cm
1.9 cm
Rim depth
1.6 cm
1.4 cm
Rim width
1.5 cm
1.4 cm
Max weight
176 g
178.5 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$13.99
$17.99
The Verdict

Desolation or Houston?

The Desolation and Houston fly almost identically (5/5/0/2). Go with the Desolation - it offers more plastic and weight options (9 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Desolation: OverstableHouston: Overstable
Where to buy
Best price
Desolation
$13.99
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Houston
$17.99
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FAQ

Is the Desolation or Houston more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Desolation or Houston?

Both rate the same for beginners (48/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Desolation and Houston?

The Desolation and Houston fly almost identically (5/5/0/2). Go with the Desolation - it offers more plastic and weight options (9 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Desolation or Houston?

The Desolation is cheaper, starting around $13.99 vs $17.99.

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