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Pick two or more discs and see exactly how they differ - flight, feel, distance, and price, side by side.

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Gateway Disc SportsJavelinDistance Driver13/5/0/3
Dynamic DiscsDefenderDistance Driver13/5/0/3

Javelin vs Defender

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

Key differences

Diameter21.1 vs 21 cm (+0.1)PlasticsDefender 21 vs Javelin 0

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Gateway Disc SportsJavelinDistance Driver
Dynamic DiscsDefenderDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Javelin
13
Defender
13
GlideStays aloft
Javelin
5
Defender
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Javelin
0
Defender
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Javelin
3
Defender
3
Specifications
Spec
Gateway Disc Sports
Javelin
Dynamic Discs
Defender
Flight rating
13/5/0/3
13/5/0/3
Stability
Overstable (+3)
Overstable (+3)
Beginner score
22/100
22/100
Est. carry
450 ft
450 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill≠
Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter≠
21.1 cm
21 cm
Height≠
1.7 cm
1.6 cm
Rim depth≠
1.2 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
2.3 cm
2.3 cm
Max weight≠
175.1 g
174 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics≠
0
21view on disc page →
PDGA Approved≠
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from≠
Not listed
$10.49
The Verdict

Javelin or Defender?

The Javelin and Defender fly almost identically (13/5/0/3). Go with the Defender - it offers more plastic and weight options (21 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Javelin: OverstableDefender: Overstable
Where to buy
Javelin
See retailer
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Defender
$10.49
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FAQ

Is the Javelin or Defender more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +3) - turn 0/0, fade 3/3.

Should a beginner pick the Javelin or Defender?

Both rate the same for beginners (22/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Javelin and Defender?

The Javelin and Defender fly almost identically (13/5/0/3). Go with the Defender - it offers more plastic and weight options (21 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

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Gateway Disc Sports Javelin
Gateway Disc Sports
Javelin
13 / 5 / 0 / 3
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Dynamic Discs Defender
Dynamic Discs
Defender
13 / 5 / 0 / 3
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