Compare Disc Golf Discs

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

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Dynamic DiscsCaptainDistance Driver13/5/-2/2
DiscraftCrankDistance Driver13/5/-2/2

Captain vs Crank

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

Key differences

Height1.6 vs 1.5 cm (+0.1)PlasticsCrank 31 vs Captain 13PriceCrank is cheaper ($1.00 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Dynamic DiscsCaptainDistance Driver
DiscraftCrankDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Captain
13
Crank
13
GlideStays aloft
Captain
5
Crank
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Captain
-2
Crank
-2
FadeLow-speed hook
Captain
2
Crank
2
Specifications
Spec
Dynamic Discs
Captain
Discraft
Crank
Flight rating
13/5/-2/2
13/5/-2/2
Stability
Understable (+0)
Understable (+0)
Beginner score
36/100
36/100
Est. carry
450 ft
450 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.2 cm
Height
1.6 cm
1.5 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
2.3 cm
2.3 cm
Max weight
175 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
PDGA Approved
Yes
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$18.99
$17.99
The Verdict

Captain or Crank?

The Captain 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.

Captain: UnderstableCrank: Understable
Where to buy
Captain
$18.99
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Best price
Crank
$17.99
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FAQ

Is the Captain or Crank more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Captain or Crank?

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

What is the difference between the Captain and Crank?

The Captain 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 Captain or Crank?

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

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Dynamic Discs Captain vs Discraft Crank: Flight Numbers Compared