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Full TurnBeaconMidrange5/3/0.5/3
Legacy DiscsPursuitMidrange5/3/0/3

Beacon vs Pursuit

How Beacon and Pursuit compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

TurnBeacon 0.5 vs Pursuit 0Diameter21.9 vs 21.3 cm (+0.6)PriceBeacon is cheaper ($6.49 less)

Flight Paths

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Full TurnBeaconMidrange
Legacy DiscsPursuitMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Beacon
5
Pursuit
5
GlideStays aloft
Beacon
3
Pursuit
3
TurnHigh-speed bend
Beacon
0.5
Pursuit
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Beacon
3
Pursuit
3
Specifications
Spec
Full Turn
Beacon
Legacy Discs
Pursuit
Flight rating
5/3/0.5/3
5/3/0/3
Stability
Very overstable (+3.5)
Very overstable (+3)
Beginner score
40/100
40/100
Est. carry
274 ft
274 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.9 cm
21.3 cm
Height
1.7 cm
1.6 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.3 cm
Rim width
1.5 cm
1.5 cm
Max weight
182 g
173 g
Bead
Beaded
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$12.00
$18.49
The Verdict

Beacon or Pursuit?

Main difference: turn (Beacon 0.5 vs Pursuit 0). The Pursuit turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Beacon resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Beacon: Very overstablePursuit: Very overstable
Where to buy
Best price
Beacon
$12.00
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Pursuit
$18.49
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FAQ

Is the Beacon or Pursuit more overstable?

The Beacon is more overstable (stability +3.5 vs +3). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Beacon or Pursuit?

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

What is the difference between the Beacon and Pursuit?

Main difference: turn (Beacon 0.5 vs Pursuit 0). The Pursuit turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Beacon resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Which is cheaper, the Beacon or Pursuit?

The Beacon is cheaper, starting around $12.00 vs $18.49.

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Full Turn Beacon vs Legacy Discs Pursuit: Flight Numbers Compared