Compare Disc Golf Discs

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

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Goliath DiscsAmbushDistance Driver12/6/-3/2
Lone Star DiscGrowlerDistance Driver12/6/-3/2

Ambush vs Growler

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

Key differences

Diameter21 vs 21.1 cm (-0.1)Height1.5 vs 1.8 cm (-0.3)PriceGrowler is cheaper ($2.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Goliath DiscsAmbushDistance Driver
Lone Star DiscGrowlerDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Ambush
12
Growler
12
GlideStays aloft
Ambush
6
Growler
6
TurnHigh-speed bend
Ambush
-3
Growler
-3
FadeLow-speed hook
Ambush
2
Growler
2
Specifications
Spec
Goliath Discs
Ambush
Lone Star Disc
Growler
Flight rating
12/6/-3/2
12/6/-3/2
Stability
Understable (-1)
Understable (-1)
Beginner score
46/100
46/100
Est. carry
438 ft
438 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Beginner, Intermediate
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.5 cm
1.8 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
2.2 cm
2.3 cm
Max weight
175 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$19.99
$17.99
The Verdict

Ambush or Growler?

The Ambush and Growler fly almost identically (12/6/-3/2). Choose the Ambush for far more plastic and weight options (0 blends) and easier availability; choose the Growler to spend less.

Ambush: UnderstableGrowler: Understable
Where to buy
Ambush
$19.99
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Best price
Growler
$17.99
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FAQ

Is the Ambush or Growler more overstable?

They are equally stable (both -1) - turn -3/-3, fade 2/2.

Should a beginner pick the Ambush or Growler?

Both rate the same for beginners (46/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Ambush and Growler?

The Ambush and Growler fly almost identically (12/6/-3/2). Choose the Ambush for far more plastic and weight options (0 blends) and easier availability; choose the Growler to spend less.

Which is cheaper, the Ambush or Growler?

The Growler is cheaper, starting around $17.99 vs $19.99.

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Goliath Discs Ambush vs Lone Star Disc Growler: Flight Numbers Co