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InnovaCaimanMidrange5.5/2/0/4
Legacy DiscsRecluseMidrange5/3/0/4

Caiman vs Recluse

How Caiman and Recluse compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

SpeedCaiman 5.5 vs Recluse 5GlideCaiman 2 vs Recluse 3Diameter21.1 vs 21.3 cm (-0.2)PlasticsRecluse 9 vs Caiman 0PriceRecluse is cheaper ($0.50 less)

Flight Paths

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InnovaCaimanMidrange
Legacy DiscsRecluseMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Caiman
5.5
Recluse
5
GlideStays aloft
Caiman
2
Recluse
3
TurnHigh-speed bend
Caiman
0
Recluse
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Caiman
4
Recluse
4
Specifications
Spec
Innova
Caiman
Legacy Discs
Recluse
Flight rating
5.5/2/0/4
5/3/0/4
Stability
Very overstable (+4)
Very overstable (+4)
Beginner score
33/100
36/100
Est. carry
276 ft
274 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill
Advanced, Everyone
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.3 cm
Height
1.7 cm
1.6 cm
Rim depth
1.4 cm
1.5 cm
Rim width
1.4 cm
1.3 cm
Max weight
173 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beaded
PDGA Approved
Yes
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$17.99
$17.49
The Verdict

Caiman or Recluse?

Main difference: glide (Caiman 2 vs Recluse 3). The Recluse floats and carries farther; the Caiman holds its line better in wind.

Caiman: Very overstableRecluse: Very overstable
Where to buy
Caiman
$17.99
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Best price
Recluse
$17.49
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FAQ

Is the Caiman or Recluse more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +4) - turn 0/0, fade 4/4.

Should a beginner pick the Caiman or Recluse?

A beginner is better off with the Recluse (beginner score 36/100 vs 33/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Caiman and Recluse?

Main difference: glide (Caiman 2 vs Recluse 3). The Recluse floats and carries farther; the Caiman holds its line better in wind.

Which is cheaper, the Caiman or Recluse?

The Recluse is cheaper, starting around $17.49 vs $17.99.

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Innova Caiman vs Legacy Discs Recluse: Flight Numbers Compared