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Goliath DiscsArkFairway Driver9/4/-1/2
Full TurnDrifterFairway Driver9/4/-1/2

Ark vs Drifter

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

Key differences

Height2 vs 1.7 cm (+0.3)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Goliath DiscsArkFairway Driver
Full TurnDrifterFairway DriverOut of Production
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Ark
9
Drifter
9
GlideStays aloft
Ark
4
Drifter
4
TurnHigh-speed bend
Ark
-1
Drifter
-1
FadeLow-speed hook
Ark
2
Drifter
2
Specifications
Spec
Goliath Discs
Ark
Full Turn
Drifter
Flight rating
9/4/-1/2
9/4/-1/2
Stability
Stable (+1)
Stable (+1)
Beginner score
40/100
40/100
Est. carry
362 ft
362 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill≠
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Everyone
Diameter≠
21.2 cm
21.1 cm
Height≠
2 cm
1.7 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
1.9 cm
1.9 cm
Max weight≠
176 g
175.1 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Production status≠
In production
Out of production
Price from≠
$19.99
Not listed
The Verdict

Ark or Drifter?

The Ark and Drifter fly almost identically (9/4/-1/2). Go with the Ark - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Ark: StableDrifter: Stable
Where to buy
Ark
$19.99
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Drifter
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Out of production
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FAQ

Is the Ark or Drifter more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Ark or Drifter?

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

What is the difference between the Ark and Drifter?

The Ark and Drifter fly almost identically (9/4/-1/2). Go with the Ark - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

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Goliath Discs Ark
Goliath Discs
Ark
9 / 4 / -1 / 2
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Full Turn Drifter
Full Turn
Drifter
9 / 4 / -1 / 2
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