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Essential DiscsRainFairway Driver8/5/0/2
Birdie Disc Golf SupplyWeaponFairway Driver8/5/0/2.5

Rain vs Weapon

How Rain and Weapon compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

FadeRain 2 vs Weapon 2.5Diameter21.3 vs 21.1 cm (+0.2)Height1.7 vs 1.4 cm (+0.3)

Flight Paths

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Essential DiscsRainFairway Driver
Birdie Disc Golf SupplyWeaponFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Rain
8
Weapon
8
GlideStays aloft
Rain
5
Weapon
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Rain
0
Weapon
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Rain
2
Weapon
2.5
Specifications
Spec
Essential Discs
Rain
Birdie Disc Golf Supply
Weapon
Flight rating
8/5/0/2
8/5/0/2.5
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Overstable (+2.5)
Beginner score
40/100
38/100
Est. carry
350 ft
350 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Not listed
Diameter
21.3 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.7 cm
1.4 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
1.9 cm
1.9 cm
Max weight
164 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$21.99
Not listed
The Verdict

Rain or Weapon?

Main difference: fade (Rain 2 vs Weapon 2.5). The Weapon fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Rain finishes straighter.

Rain: OverstableWeapon: Overstable
Where to buy
Rain
$21.99
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Weapon
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FAQ

Is the Rain or Weapon more overstable?

The Weapon is more overstable (stability +2.5 vs +2). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Rain or Weapon?

A beginner is better off with the Rain (beginner score 40/100 vs 38/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Rain and Weapon?

Main difference: fade (Rain 2 vs Weapon 2.5). The Weapon fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Rain finishes straighter.

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Essential Discs Rain vs Birdie Disc Golf Supply Weapon: Flight Nu