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 DiscsGavelPutt & Approach3/5/-2/0.5
Above Ground LevelPonderosaPutt & Approach3/4/-2/0
Gavel vs Ponderosa
How Gavel and Ponderosa compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
GlideGavel 5 vs Ponderosa 4FadeGavel 0.5 vs Ponderosa 0Diameter21.3 vs 21.1 cm (+0.2)Height1.9 vs 2.1 cm (-0.2)Rim width1.4 vs 1 cm (+0.4)
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
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Dynamic DiscsGavelPutt & ApproachOut of Production Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Spec
Above Ground Level
Ponderosa
Flight rating≠
3/5/-2/0.5
3/4/-2/0
Stability≠
Understable (-1.5)
Understable (-2)
Beginner score
70/100
70/100
Type
Putt & Approach
Putt & Approach
Recommended skill≠
Beginner
Beginner, Everyone
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Production status≠
Out of production
In production
Price from≠
Not listed
$16.99
Flight rating≠3/5/-2/0.5
Stability≠Understable (-1.5)
Beginner score70/100
Est. carry≠250 ft
TypePutt & Approach
Recommended skill≠Beginner
Diameter≠21.3 cm
Height≠1.9 cm
Rim depth≠1.4 cm
Rim width≠1.4 cm
Max weight≠176.8 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA Approved≠Yes
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Production status≠Out of production
Price from≠Not listed
Above Ground Level
Ponderosa
Flight rating≠3/4/-2/0
Stability≠Understable (-2)
Beginner score70/100
Est. carry≠242 ft
TypePutt & Approach
Recommended skill≠Beginner, Everyone
Diameter≠21.1 cm
Height≠2.1 cm
Rim depth≠1.5 cm
Rim width≠1 cm
Max weight≠177 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA Approved≠No
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Production status≠In production
Price from≠$16.99
The Verdict
Gavel or Ponderosa?
Main difference: glide (Gavel 5 vs Ponderosa 4). The Gavel floats and carries farther; the Ponderosa holds its line better in wind.
Gavel: UnderstablePonderosa: Understable
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FAQ
Is the Gavel or Ponderosa more overstable?
The Gavel is more overstable (stability -1.5 vs -2). It resists turning and fades harder.
Should a beginner pick the Gavel or Ponderosa?
Both rate the same for beginners (70/100). Pick by feel and price.
What is the difference between the Gavel and Ponderosa?
Main difference: glide (Gavel 5 vs Ponderosa 4). The Gavel floats and carries farther; the Ponderosa holds its line better in wind.
