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Legacy DiscsPatriotFairway Driver7/5/-2/1
Meridian DiscsRip CurrentFairway Driver7/5/-2/1

Patriot vs Rip Current

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

Key differences

Height1.8 vs 1.5 cm (+0.3)PlasticsPatriot 16 vs Rip Current 0PriceRip Current is cheaper ($0.50 less)

Flight Paths

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Legacy DiscsPatriotFairway Driver
Meridian DiscsRip CurrentFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Patriot
7
Rip Current
7
GlideStays aloft
Patriot
5
Rip Current
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Patriot
-2
Rip Current
-2
FadeLow-speed hook
Patriot
1
Rip Current
1
Specifications
Spec
Legacy Discs
Patriot
Meridian Discs
Rip Current
Flight rating
7/5/-2/1
7/5/-2/1
Stability
Understable (-1)
Understable (-1)
Beginner score
57/100
57/100
Est. carry
330 ft
330 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Beginner, Everyone
Everyone
Diameter
21.2 cm
21.2 cm
Height
1.8 cm
1.5 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
1.8 cm
1.8 cm
Max weight
175 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$17.49
$16.99
The Verdict

Patriot or Rip Current?

The Patriot and Rip Current fly almost identically (7/5/-2/1). Choose the Patriot for far more plastic and weight options (16 blends) and easier availability; choose the Rip Current to spend less.

Patriot: UnderstableRip Current: Understable
Where to buy
Patriot
$17.49
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Best price
Rip Current
$16.99
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FAQ

Is the Patriot or Rip Current more overstable?

They are equally stable (both -1) - turn -2/-2, fade 1/1.

Should a beginner pick the Patriot or Rip Current?

Both rate the same for beginners (57/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Patriot and Rip Current?

The Patriot and Rip Current fly almost identically (7/5/-2/1). Choose the Patriot for far more plastic and weight options (16 blends) and easier availability; choose the Rip Current to spend less.

Which is cheaper, the Patriot or Rip Current?

The Rip Current is cheaper, starting around $16.99 vs $17.49.

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Legacy Discs Patriot vs Meridian Discs Rip Current: Flight Number