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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 DiscHoustonMidrange5/5/0/2
Doomsday DiscsDesolationMidrange5/5/0/2

Houston vs Desolation

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

Key differences

Diameter21.5 vs 21.2 cm (+0.3)Height1.9 vs 2.1 cm (-0.2)Rim width1.4 vs 1.5 cm (-0.1)PlasticsDesolation 9 vs Houston 0PriceDesolation is cheaper ($4.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Lone Star DiscHoustonMidrange
Doomsday DiscsDesolationMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Houston
5
Desolation
5
GlideStays aloft
Houston
5
Desolation
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Houston
0
Desolation
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Houston
2
Desolation
2
Specifications
Spec
Lone Star Disc
Houston
Doomsday Discs
Desolation
Flight rating
5/5/0/2
5/5/0/2
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Overstable (+2)
Beginner score
48/100
48/100
Est. carry
290 ft
290 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Everyone
Diameter
21.5 cm
21.2 cm
Height
1.9 cm
2.1 cm
Rim depth
1.4 cm
1.6 cm
Rim width
1.4 cm
1.5 cm
Max weight
178.5 g
176 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$17.99
$13.99
The Verdict

Houston or Desolation?

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

Houston: OverstableDesolation: Overstable
Where to buy
Houston
$17.99
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Best price
Desolation
$13.99
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FAQ

Is the Houston or Desolation more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Houston or Desolation?

Both rate the same for beginners (48/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Houston and Desolation?

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

Which is cheaper, the Houston or Desolation?

The Desolation is cheaper, starting around $13.99 vs $17.99.

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Lone Star Disc Houston vs Doomsday Discs Desolation: Flight Numbe