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Hooligan DiscsThreadFairway Driver9/5/-1/1
X-COMVolansFairway Driver9/5/-1/2

Thread vs Volans

How Thread and Volans compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

FadeThread 1 vs Volans 2Height1.5 vs 1.7 cm (-0.2)Rim width2 vs 1.8 cm (+0.2)PriceVolans is cheaper ($3.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Hooligan DiscsThreadFairway Driver
X-COMVolansFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Thread
9
Volans
9
GlideStays aloft
Thread
5
Volans
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Thread
-1
Volans
-1
FadeLow-speed hook
Thread
1
Volans
2
Specifications
Spec
Hooligan Discs
Thread
X-COM
Volans
Flight rating
9/5/-1/1
9/5/-1/2
Stability
Stable (+0)
Stable (+1)
Beginner score
46/100
42/100
Est. carry
370 ft
370 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Everyone
Everyone
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.2 cm
Height
1.5 cm
1.7 cm
Rim depth
2 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
2 cm
1.8 cm
Max weight
176 g
163 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$19.99
$16.99
The Verdict

Thread or Volans?

Main difference: fade (Thread 1 vs Volans 2). The Volans fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Thread finishes straighter.

Thread: StableVolans: Stable
Where to buy
Thread
$19.99
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Best price
Volans
$16.99
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FAQ

Is the Thread or Volans more overstable?

The Volans is more overstable (stability +1 vs +0). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Thread or Volans?

A beginner is better off with the Thread (beginner score 46/100 vs 42/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Thread and Volans?

Main difference: fade (Thread 1 vs Volans 2). The Volans fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Thread finishes straighter.

Which is cheaper, the Thread or Volans?

The Volans is cheaper, starting around $16.99 vs $19.99.

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Hooligan Discs Thread vs X-COM Volans: Flight Numbers Compared