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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InnovaFirebirdFairway Driver9/3/0/4
DGAAvalancheFairway Driver9/3/0/4

Firebird vs Avalanche

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

Key differences

Height1.4 vs 1.5 cm (-0.1)PlasticsFirebird 28 vs Avalanche 0AvailabilityFirebird is on Amazon; Avalanche is notPriceFirebird is cheaper ($6.00 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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InnovaFirebirdFairway Driver
DGAAvalancheFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Firebird
9
Avalanche
9
GlideStays aloft
Firebird
3
Avalanche
3
TurnHigh-speed bend
Firebird
0
Avalanche
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Firebird
4
Avalanche
4
Specifications
Spec
Innova
Firebird
DGA
Avalanche
Flight rating
9/3/0/4
9/3/0/4
Stability
Very overstable (+4)
Very overstable (+4)
Beginner score
25/100
25/100
Est. carry
354 ft
354 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.2 cm
Height
1.4 cm
1.5 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
1.9 cm
1.9 cm
Max weight
175 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
No
On Amazon
Yes
Not on Amazon
Price from
$11.99
$17.99
The Verdict

Firebird or Avalanche?

The Firebird and Avalanche fly almost identically (9/3/0/4). Go with the Firebird - it offers more plastic and weight options (28 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Firebird: Very overstableAvalanche: Very overstable
Where to buy
Best price
Firebird
$11.99
Avalanche
$17.99
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FAQ

Is the Firebird or Avalanche more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Firebird or Avalanche?

Both rate the same for beginners (25/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Firebird and Avalanche?

The Firebird and Avalanche fly almost identically (9/3/0/4). Go with the Firebird - it offers more plastic and weight options (28 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Firebird or Avalanche?

The Firebird is cheaper, starting around $11.99 vs $17.99.

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Innova Firebird vs DGA Avalanche: Flight Numbers Compared