Pick two or more discs and see exactly how they differ - flight, feel, distance, and price, side by side.
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InnovaSidewinderFairway Driver9/5/-3/1
Legacy DiscsMongooseFairway Driver9/5/-3/1
Sidewindervs Mongoose
These 2 fairway drivers share the same flight numbers - the deciding factors are plastic selection, price, and availability.
Key differences
Diameter21.1 vs 21.3 cm (-0.2)Height1.4 vs 1.5 cm (-0.1)Rim width1.8 vs 2 cm (-0.2)PlasticsSidewinder 19 vs Mongoose 9AvailabilitySidewinder is on Amazon; Mongoose is notPriceSidewinder is cheaper ($5.50 less)
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
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The Sidewinder and Mongoose fly almost identically (9/5/-3/1). Go with the Sidewinder - it offers more plastic and weight options (19 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.
Sidewinder: Very understableMongoose: Very understable
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FAQ
Is the Sidewinder or Mongoose more overstable?
They are equally stable (both -2) - turn -3/-3, fade 1/1.
Should a beginner pick the Sidewinder or Mongoose?
Both rate the same for beginners (56/100). Pick by feel and price.
What is the difference between the Sidewinder and Mongoose?
The Sidewinder and Mongoose fly almost identically (9/5/-3/1). Go with the Sidewinder - it offers more plastic and weight options (19 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.
Which is cheaper, the Sidewinder or Mongoose?
The Sidewinder is cheaper, starting around $11.99 vs $17.49.
