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Mint DiscsAlphaFairway Driver8/4/0/2
Lone Star DiscDos XFairway Driver8/4/-1/2

Alpha vs Dos X

How Alpha and Dos X compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

TurnAlpha 0 vs Dos X -1Diameter21.1 vs 21.3 cm (-0.2)Height2.1 vs 1.9 cm (+0.2)PlasticsDos X 8 vs Alpha 0

Flight Paths

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Mint DiscsAlphaFairway Driver
Lone Star DiscDos XFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Alpha
8
Dos X
8
GlideStays aloft
Alpha
4
Dos X
4
TurnHigh-speed bend
Alpha
0
Dos X
-1
FadeLow-speed hook
Alpha
2
Dos X
2
Specifications
Spec
Mint Discs
Alpha
Lone Star Disc
Dos X
Flight rating
8/4/0/2
8/4/-1/2
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Stable (+1)
Beginner score
38/100
43/100
Est. carry
342 ft
342 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Beginner, Everyone
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.3 cm
Height
2.1 cm
1.9 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
2 cm
2 cm
Max weight
175 g
176 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
PDGA Approved
Yes
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$17.99
$17.99
The Verdict

Alpha or Dos X?

Main difference: turn (Alpha 0 vs Dos X -1). The Dos X turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Alpha resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Alpha: OverstableDos X: Stable
Where to buy
Alpha
$17.99
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Dos X
$17.99
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FAQ

Is the Alpha or Dos X more overstable?

The Alpha is more overstable (stability +2 vs +1). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Alpha or Dos X?

A beginner is better off with the Dos X (beginner score 43/100 vs 38/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Alpha and Dos X?

Main difference: turn (Alpha 0 vs Dos X -1). The Dos X turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Alpha resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Which is cheaper, the Alpha or Dos X?

Both start around $17.99.

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Mint Discs Alpha vs Lone Star Disc Dos X: Flight Numbers Compared