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Doomsday DiscsWastelandMidrange5/4/0/1
Thought Space AthleticsPathfinderMidrange5/5/0/1

Wasteland vs Pathfinder

How Wasteland and Pathfinder compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

GlideWasteland 4 vs Pathfinder 5Diameter21.2 vs 21.5 cm (-0.3)Height2 vs 1.7 cm (+0.3)PlasticsPathfinder 12 vs Wasteland 0PriceWasteland is cheaper ($11.04 less)

Flight Paths

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Doomsday DiscsWastelandMidrange
Thought Space AthleticsPathfinderMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Wasteland
5
Pathfinder
5
GlideStays aloft
Wasteland
4
Pathfinder
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Wasteland
0
Pathfinder
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Wasteland
1
Pathfinder
1
Specifications
Spec
Doomsday Discs
Wasteland
Thought Space Athletics
Pathfinder
Flight rating≠
5/4/0/1
5/5/0/1
Stability
Overstable (+1)
Overstable (+1)
Beginner score≠
50/100
52/100
Est. carry≠
282 ft
290 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill≠
Everyone
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Everyone
Diameter≠
21.2 cm
21.5 cm
Height≠
2 cm
1.7 cm
Rim depth≠
1.2 cm
1.3 cm
Rim width≠
1.3 cm
1.4 cm
Max weight≠
174 g
178 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics≠
0
12view on disc page →
PDGA Approved≠
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from≠
$11.95
$22.99
The Verdict

Wasteland or Pathfinder?

Main difference: glide (Wasteland 4 vs Pathfinder 5). The Pathfinder floats and carries farther; the Wasteland holds its line better in wind.

Wasteland: OverstablePathfinder: Overstable
Where to buy
Best price
Wasteland
$11.95
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Pathfinder
$22.99
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FAQ

Is the Wasteland or Pathfinder more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +1) - turn 0/0, fade 1/1.

Should a beginner pick the Wasteland or Pathfinder?

A beginner is better off with the Pathfinder (beginner score 52/100 vs 50/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Wasteland and Pathfinder?

Main difference: glide (Wasteland 4 vs Pathfinder 5). The Pathfinder floats and carries farther; the Wasteland holds its line better in wind.

Which is cheaper, the Wasteland or Pathfinder?

The Wasteland is cheaper, starting around $11.95 vs $22.99.

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Doomsday Discs Wasteland
Doomsday Discs
Wasteland
5 / 4 / 0 / 1
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Thought Space Athletics Pathfinder
Thought Space Athletics
Pathfinder
5 / 5 / 0 / 1
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