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InnovaPolecatPutt & Approach1/3/0/0
X-COMTauPutt & Approach2/3/0/0

Polecat vs Tau

How Polecat and Tau compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

SpeedPolecat 1 vs Tau 2Diameter21.3 vs 21 cm (+0.3)Rim width0.7 vs 1.1 cm (-0.4)PlasticsPolecat 11 vs Tau 0

Flight Paths

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InnovaPolecatPutt & Approach
X-COMTauPutt & Approach
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Polecat
1
Tau
2
GlideStays aloft
Polecat
3
Tau
3
TurnHigh-speed bend
Polecat
0
Tau
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Polecat
0
Tau
0
Specifications
Spec
Innova
Polecat
X-COM
Tau
Flight rating
1/3/0/0
2/3/0/0
Stability
Stable (+0)
Stable (+0)
Beginner score
64/100
61/100
Est. carry
194 ft
214 ft
Type
Putt & Approach
Putt & Approach
Recommended skill
Beginner
Everyone
Diameter
21.3 cm
21 cm
Height
2.3 cm
2.2 cm
Rim depth
1.6 cm
1.5 cm
Rim width
0.7 cm
1.1 cm
Max weight
175 g
173 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$11.99
$11.99
The Verdict

Polecat or Tau?

Main difference: speed (Polecat 1 vs Tau 2). The Tau has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the Polecat is easier to control.

Polecat: StableTau: Stable
Where to buy
Polecat
$11.99
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Tau
$11.99
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FAQ

Is the Polecat or Tau more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Polecat or Tau?

A beginner is better off with the Polecat (beginner score 64/100 vs 61/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Polecat and Tau?

Main difference: speed (Polecat 1 vs Tau 2). The Tau has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the Polecat is easier to control.

Which is cheaper, the Polecat or Tau?

Both start around $11.99.

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Innova Polecat vs X-COM Tau: Flight Numbers Compared