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InnovaThunderbirdFairway Driver9/5/0/2
Lone Star DiscMad CatFairway Driver9/5/0/2

Thunderbird vs Mad Cat

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

Key differences

Height1.6 vs 1.8 cm (-0.2)PlasticsThunderbird 28 vs Mad Cat 0AvailabilityThunderbird is on Amazon; Mad Cat is notPriceThunderbird is cheaper ($6.00 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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InnovaThunderbirdFairway Driver
Lone Star DiscMad CatFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Thunderbird
9
Mad Cat
9
GlideStays aloft
Thunderbird
5
Mad Cat
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Thunderbird
0
Mad Cat
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Thunderbird
2
Mad Cat
2
Specifications
Spec
Innova
Thunderbird
Lone Star Disc
Mad Cat
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
1.8 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
1.9 cm
1.9 cm
Max weight
175 g
176 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
Yes
On Amazon
Yes
Not on Amazon
Price from
$11.99
$17.99
The Verdict

Thunderbird or Mad Cat?

The Thunderbird and Mad Cat 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: OverstableMad Cat: Overstable
Where to buy
Best price
Thunderbird
$11.99
Mad Cat
$17.99
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FAQ

Is the Thunderbird or Mad Cat more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Thunderbird or Mad Cat?

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

What is the difference between the Thunderbird and Mad Cat?

The Thunderbird and Mad Cat 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 Mad Cat?

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

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Innova Thunderbird vs Lone Star Disc Mad Cat: Flight Numbers Comp