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Mint DiscsLobsterMidrange5/5/-3/1

Dynamic DiscsPatrolMidrange5/5/-3/1

Lobster vs Patrol

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

Key differences

Diameter21.5 vs 21.7 cm (-0.2)Height1.8 vs 1.6 cm (+0.2)

Flight Paths

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Mint DiscsLobsterMidrange

Dynamic DiscsPatrolMidrangeOut of Production

Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait

SpeedRim & velocity

Lobster

Patrol

GlideStays aloft

Lobster

Patrol

TurnHigh-speed bend

Lobster

-3

Patrol

-3

FadeLow-speed hook

Lobster

Patrol

Specifications

Differences only

Spec

Mint Discs

Lobster

Dynamic Discs

Patrol

Flight rating

5/5/-3/1

Stability

Understable (-2)

Beginner score

67/100

Est. carry

290 ft

Type

Midrange

Recommended skill≠

Everyone

Beginner, Everyone

Diameter≠

21.5 cm

21.7 cm

Height≠

1.8 cm

1.6 cm

Rim depth≠

1.3 cm

1.2 cm

Rim width

1.4 cm

Max weight≠

178 g

180.1 g

Bead

Beadless

Plastics

PDGA Approved≠

Yes

On Amazon

Not on Amazon

Production status≠

In production

Out of production

Price from≠

$19.99

Not listed

The Verdict

Lobster or Patrol?

The Lobster and Patrol fly almost identically (5/5/-3/1). Go with the Lobster - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Lobster: UnderstablePatrol: Understable

Where to buy

Lobster

$19.99

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Patrol

See retailer

Out of production

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FAQ

Is the Lobster or Patrol more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Lobster or Patrol?

Both rate the same for beginners (67/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Lobster and Patrol?

The Lobster and Patrol fly almost identically (5/5/-3/1). Go with the Lobster - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

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