Compare Disc Golf Discs

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Dynamic DiscsContenderFairway Driver9/6/-1/1
Westside DiscsHatchetFairway Driver9/6/-2/1

Contender vs Hatchet

How Contender and Hatchet compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

TurnContender -1 vs Hatchet -2Diameter21.1 vs 21.3 cm (-0.2)Height1.8 vs 2 cm (-0.2)Rim width2 vs 1.9 cm (+0.1)PlasticsHatchet 20 vs Contender 0PriceHatchet is cheaper ($8.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Dynamic DiscsContenderFairway Driver
Westside DiscsHatchetFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Contender
9
Hatchet
9
GlideStays aloft
Contender
6
Hatchet
6
TurnHigh-speed bend
Contender
-1
Hatchet
-2
FadeLow-speed hook
Contender
1
Hatchet
1
Specifications
Spec
Dynamic Discs
Contender
Westside Discs
Hatchet
Flight rating
9/6/-1/1
9/6/-2/1
Stability
Stable (+0)
Understable (-1)
Beginner score
48/100
53/100
Est. carry
378 ft
378 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Beginner, Everyone
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.3 cm
Height
1.8 cm
2 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
2 cm
1.9 cm
Max weight
173 g
176 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$18.99
$10.99
The Verdict

Contender or Hatchet?

Main difference: turn (Contender -1 vs Hatchet -2). The Hatchet turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Contender resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Contender: StableHatchet: Understable
Where to buy
Contender
$18.99
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Hatchet
$10.99
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FAQ

Is the Contender or Hatchet more overstable?

The Contender is more overstable (stability +0 vs -1). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Contender or Hatchet?

A beginner is better off with the Hatchet (beginner score 53/100 vs 48/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Contender and Hatchet?

Main difference: turn (Contender -1 vs Hatchet -2). The Hatchet turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Contender resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Which is cheaper, the Contender or Hatchet?

The Hatchet is cheaper, starting around $10.99 vs $18.99.

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Dynamic Discs Contender vs Westside Discs Hatchet: Flight Numbers