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Gateway Disc SportsChiefPutt & Approach3/3/0/1
Thought Space AthleticsAlterPutt & Approach3/3/0/1

Chief vs Alter

These 2 putt & approachs share the same flight numbers - the deciding factors are plastic selection, price, and availability.

Key differences

Height1.7 vs 2 cm (-0.3)Rim width1 vs 1.1 cm (-0.1)PlasticsChief 18 vs Alter 0

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Gateway Disc SportsChiefPutt & Approach
Thought Space AthleticsAlterPutt & Approach
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Chief
3
Alter
3
GlideStays aloft
Chief
3
Alter
3
TurnHigh-speed bend
Chief
0
Alter
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Chief
1
Alter
1
Specifications
Spec
Gateway Disc Sports
Chief
Thought Space Athletics
Alter
Flight rating
3/3/0/1
3/3/0/1
Stability
Overstable (+1)
Overstable (+1)
Beginner score
54/100
54/100
Est. carry
234 ft
234 ft
Type
Putt & Approach
Putt & Approach
Recommended skill
Everyone
Everyone
Diameter≠
21.1 cm
21.2 cm
Height≠
1.7 cm
2 cm
Rim depth≠
1.3 cm
1.5 cm
Rim width≠
1 cm
1.1 cm
Max weight≠
170 g
174 g
Bead
Beaded
Beaded
Plastics≠
18view on disc page →
0
PDGA Approved≠
Yes
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$13.99
$13.99
The Verdict

Chief or Alter?

The Chief and Alter fly almost identically (3/3/0/1). Go with the Chief - it offers more plastic and weight options (18 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Chief: OverstableAlter: Overstable
Where to buy
Chief
$13.99
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Alter
$13.99
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FAQ

Is the Chief or Alter more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +1) - turn 0/0, fade 1/1.

Should a beginner pick the Chief or Alter?

Both rate the same for beginners (54/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Chief and Alter?

The Chief and Alter fly almost identically (3/3/0/1). Go with the Chief - it offers more plastic and weight options (18 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Chief or Alter?

Both start around $13.99.

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Gateway Disc Sports Chief
Gateway Disc Sports
Chief
3 / 3 / 0 / 1
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Thought Space Athletics Alter
Thought Space Athletics
Alter
3 / 3 / 0 / 1
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