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Gorilla Performance DiscsSilverbackDistance Driver12/4/0/3
RPM DiscsKotareDistance Driver12/5/0/3

Silverback vs Kotare

How Silverback and Kotare compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

GlideSilverback 4 vs Kotare 5Rim width2.6 vs 2.3 cm (+0.3)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Gorilla Performance DiscsSilverbackDistance DriverOut of Production
RPM DiscsKotareDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Silverback
12
Kotare
12
GlideStays aloft
Silverback
4
Kotare
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Silverback
0
Kotare
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Silverback
3
Kotare
3
Specifications
Spec
Gorilla Performance Discs
Silverback
RPM Discs
Kotare
Flight rating
12/4/0/3
12/5/0/3
Stability
Overstable (+3)
Overstable (+3)
Beginner score
22/100
24/100
Est. carry
422 ft
430 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.2 cm
Height
1.5 cm
1.5 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.5 cm
Rim width
2.6 cm
2.3 cm
Max weight
175.1 g
176 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Production status
Out of production
In production
Price from
Not listed
$15.99
The Verdict

Silverback or Kotare?

Main difference: glide (Silverback 4 vs Kotare 5). The Kotare floats and carries farther; the Silverback holds its line better in wind.

Silverback: OverstableKotare: Overstable
Where to buy
Silverback
See retailer
Out of production
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Kotare
$15.99
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FAQ

Is the Silverback or Kotare more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Silverback or Kotare?

A beginner is better off with the Kotare (beginner score 24/100 vs 22/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Silverback and Kotare?

Main difference: glide (Silverback 4 vs Kotare 5). The Kotare floats and carries farther; the Silverback holds its line better in wind.

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Gorilla Performance Discs Silverback vs RPM Discs Kotare: Flight