Compare Disc Golf Discs

Pick two or more discs and see exactly how they differ - flight, feel, distance, and price, side by side.

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Lone Star DiscBowieDistance Driver13/5/-1/3
DiscraftNukeDistance Driver13/5/-1/3

Bowie vs Nuke

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

Key differences

Rim width2.4 vs 2.5 cm (-0.1)PlasticsNuke 40 vs Bowie 0AvailabilityNuke is on Amazon; Bowie is notPriceBowie is cheaper ($2.00 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Lone Star DiscBowieDistance Driver
DiscraftNukeDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Bowie
13
Nuke
13
GlideStays aloft
Bowie
5
Nuke
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Bowie
-1
Nuke
-1
FadeLow-speed hook
Bowie
3
Nuke
3
Specifications
Spec
Lone Star Disc
Bowie
Discraft
Nuke
Flight rating
13/5/-1/3
13/5/-1/3
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Overstable (+2)
Beginner score
27/100
27/100
Est. carry
450 ft
450 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Advanced
Advanced
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.2 cm
Height
1.7 cm
1.6 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
2.4 cm
2.5 cm
Max weight
174 g
177 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Yes
Price from
$15.99
$17.99
The Verdict

Bowie or Nuke?

The Bowie and Nuke fly almost identically (13/5/-1/3). Choose the Nuke for far more plastic and weight options (40 blends) and easier availability; choose the Bowie to spend less.

Bowie: OverstableNuke: Overstable
Where to buy
Best price
Bowie
$15.99
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Nuke
$17.99

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FAQ

Is the Bowie or Nuke more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +2) - turn -1/-1, fade 3/3.

Should a beginner pick the Bowie or Nuke?

Both rate the same for beginners (27/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Bowie and Nuke?

The Bowie and Nuke fly almost identically (13/5/-1/3). Choose the Nuke for far more plastic and weight options (40 blends) and easier availability; choose the Bowie to spend less.

Which is cheaper, the Bowie or Nuke?

The Bowie is cheaper, starting around $15.99 vs $17.99.

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Lone Star Disc Bowie vs Discraft Nuke: Flight Numbers Compared