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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 DiscGrowlerDistance Driver12/6/-3/2
Goliath DiscsAmbushDistance Driver12/6/-3/2

Growler vs Ambush

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

Key differences

Diameter21.1 vs 21 cm (+0.1)Height1.8 vs 1.5 cm (+0.3)PriceGrowler is cheaper ($2.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Lone Star DiscGrowlerDistance Driver
Goliath DiscsAmbushDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Growler
12
Ambush
12
GlideStays aloft
Growler
6
Ambush
6
TurnHigh-speed bend
Growler
-3
Ambush
-3
FadeLow-speed hook
Growler
2
Ambush
2
Specifications
Spec
Lone Star Disc
Growler
Goliath Discs
Ambush
Flight rating
12/6/-3/2
12/6/-3/2
Stability
Understable (-1)
Understable (-1)
Beginner score
46/100
46/100
Est. carry
438 ft
438 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill≠
Intermediate, Advanced
Beginner, Intermediate
Diameter≠
21.1 cm
21 cm
Height≠
1.8 cm
1.5 cm
Rim depth≠
1.1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width≠
2.3 cm
2.2 cm
Max weight
175 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from≠
$17.99
$19.99
The Verdict

Growler or Ambush?

The Growler and Ambush fly almost identically (12/6/-3/2). Go with the Growler - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Growler: UnderstableAmbush: Understable
Where to buy
Best price
Growler
$17.99
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Ambush
$19.99
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FAQ

Is the Growler or Ambush more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Growler or Ambush?

Both rate the same for beginners (46/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Growler and Ambush?

The Growler and Ambush fly almost identically (12/6/-3/2). Go with the Growler - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Growler or Ambush?

The Growler is cheaper, starting around $17.99 vs $19.99.

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Lone Star Disc Growler
Lone Star Disc
Growler
12 / 6 / -3 / 2
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Goliath Discs Ambush
Goliath Discs
Ambush
12 / 6 / -3 / 2
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Lone Star Disc Growler vs Goliath Discs Ambush: Flight Numbers Co