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Essential DiscsRainFairway Driver8/5/0/2
DGAPipelineFairway Driver8/5/0/2

Rain vs Pipeline

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

Key differences

Height1.7 vs 1.5 cm (+0.2)PlasticsPipeline 11 vs Rain 0PricePipeline is cheaper ($4.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Essential DiscsRainFairway Driver
DGAPipelineFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Rain
8
Pipeline
8
GlideStays aloft
Rain
5
Pipeline
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Rain
0
Pipeline
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Rain
2
Pipeline
2
Specifications
Spec
Essential Discs
Rain
DGA
Pipeline
Flight rating
8/5/0/2
8/5/0/2
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Overstable (+2)
Beginner score
40/100
40/100
Est. carry
350 ft
350 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Everyone
Diameter
21.3 cm
21.4 cm
Height
1.7 cm
1.5 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
1.9 cm
1.8 cm
Max weight
164 g
174 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$21.99
$17.99
The Verdict

Rain or Pipeline?

The Rain and Pipeline fly almost identically (8/5/0/2). Go with the Pipeline - it offers more plastic and weight options (11 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Rain: OverstablePipeline: Overstable
Where to buy
Rain
$21.99
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Best price
Pipeline
$17.99
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FAQ

Is the Rain or Pipeline more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Rain or Pipeline?

Both rate the same for beginners (40/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Rain and Pipeline?

The Rain and Pipeline fly almost identically (8/5/0/2). Go with the Pipeline - it offers more plastic and weight options (11 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Rain or Pipeline?

The Pipeline is cheaper, starting around $17.99 vs $21.99.

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Essential Discs Rain vs DGA Pipeline: Flight Numbers Compared