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Lone Star DiscLariatFairway Driver9/5/-1/1
X-COMVolansFairway Driver9/5/-1/2

Lariat vs Volans

How Lariat and Volans compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

FadeLariat 1 vs Volans 2Rim width2 vs 1.8 cm (+0.2)PriceVolans is cheaper ($1.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Lone Star DiscLariatFairway Driver
X-COMVolansFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Lariat
9
Volans
9
GlideStays aloft
Lariat
5
Volans
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Lariat
-1
Volans
-1
FadeLow-speed hook
Lariat
1
Volans
2
Specifications
Spec
Lone Star Disc
Lariat
X-COM
Volans
Flight rating
9/5/-1/1
9/5/-1/2
Stability
Stable (+0)
Stable (+1)
Beginner score
46/100
42/100
Est. carry
370 ft
370 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Everyone
Everyone
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.2 cm
Height
1.7 cm
1.7 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
2 cm
1.8 cm
Max weight
175 g
163 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$17.99
$16.99
The Verdict

Lariat or Volans?

Main difference: fade (Lariat 1 vs Volans 2). The Volans fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Lariat finishes straighter.

Lariat: StableVolans: Stable
Where to buy
Lariat
$17.99
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Best price
Volans
$16.99
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FAQ

Is the Lariat or Volans more overstable?

The Volans is more overstable (stability +1 vs +0). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Lariat or Volans?

A beginner is better off with the Lariat (beginner score 46/100 vs 42/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Lariat and Volans?

Main difference: fade (Lariat 1 vs Volans 2). The Volans fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Lariat finishes straighter.

Which is cheaper, the Lariat or Volans?

The Volans is cheaper, starting around $16.99 vs $17.99.

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Lone Star Disc Lariat vs X-COM Volans: Flight Numbers Compared