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InnovaThunderbirdFairway Driver9/5/0/2
DiscmaniaVanguardFairway Driver9/5/0/2

Thunderbird vs Vanguard

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

Key differences

Rim width1.9 vs 2 cm (-0.1)PlasticsThunderbird 28 vs Vanguard 0AvailabilityThunderbird is on Amazon; Vanguard is notPriceThunderbird is cheaper ($13.00 less)

Flight Paths

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InnovaThunderbirdFairway Driver
DiscmaniaVanguardFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Thunderbird
9
Vanguard
9
GlideStays aloft
Thunderbird
5
Vanguard
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Thunderbird
0
Vanguard
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Thunderbird
2
Vanguard
2
Specifications
Spec
Innova
Thunderbird
Discmania
Vanguard
Flight rating
9/5/0/2
9/5/0/2
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Overstable (+2)
Beginner score
37/100
37/100
Est. carry
370 ft
370 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Everyone
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.2 cm
21.2 cm
Height
1.6 cm
1.7 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
1.9 cm
2 cm
Max weight
175 g
176 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
No
On Amazon
Yes
Not on Amazon
Price from
$11.99
$24.99
The Verdict

Thunderbird or Vanguard?

The Thunderbird and Vanguard fly almost identically (9/5/0/2). Go with the Thunderbird - it offers more plastic and weight options (28 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Thunderbird: OverstableVanguard: Overstable
Where to buy
Best price
Thunderbird
$11.99
Vanguard
$24.99
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FAQ

Is the Thunderbird or Vanguard more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +2) - turn 0/0, fade 2/2.

Should a beginner pick the Thunderbird or Vanguard?

Both rate the same for beginners (37/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Thunderbird and Vanguard?

The Thunderbird and Vanguard fly almost identically (9/5/0/2). Go with the Thunderbird - it offers more plastic and weight options (28 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Thunderbird or Vanguard?

The Thunderbird is cheaper, starting around $11.99 vs $24.99.

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Innova Thunderbird vs Discmania Vanguard: Flight Numbers Compared