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Gateway Disc SportsDiabloFairway Driver9/5/0/2
DiscmaniaVanguardFairway Driver9/5/0/2

Diablo vs Vanguard

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

Key differences

Diameter21.6 vs 21.2 cm (+0.4)Height1.3 vs 1.7 cm (-0.4)Rim width2.2 vs 2 cm (+0.2)PriceDiablo is cheaper ($9.00 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Gateway Disc SportsDiabloFairway Driver
DiscmaniaVanguardFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Diablo
9
Vanguard
9
GlideStays aloft
Diablo
5
Vanguard
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Diablo
0
Vanguard
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Diablo
2
Vanguard
2
Specifications
Spec
Gateway Disc Sports
Diablo
Discmania
Vanguard
Flight rating
9/5/0/2
9/5/0/2
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Overstable (+2)
Beginner score
37/100
37/100
Est. carry
370 ft
370 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter≠
21.6 cm
21.2 cm
Height≠
1.3 cm
1.7 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width≠
2.2 cm
2 cm
Max weight
176 g
176 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved≠
Yes
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from≠
$15.99
$24.99
The Verdict

Diablo or Vanguard?

The Diablo and Vanguard fly almost identically (9/5/0/2). Go with the Diablo - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Diablo: OverstableVanguard: Overstable
Where to buy
Best price
Diablo
$15.99
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Vanguard
$24.99
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FAQ

Is the Diablo or Vanguard more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Diablo or Vanguard?

Both rate the same for beginners (37/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Diablo and Vanguard?

The Diablo and Vanguard fly almost identically (9/5/0/2). Go with the Diablo - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Diablo or Vanguard?

The Diablo is cheaper, starting around $15.99 vs $24.99.

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Gateway Disc Sports Diablo
Gateway Disc Sports
Diablo
9 / 5 / 0 / 2
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Discmania Vanguard
Discmania
Vanguard
9 / 5 / 0 / 2
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Gateway Disc Sports Diablo vs Discmania Vanguard: Flight Numbers