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MVP Disc SportsOrbitalDistance Driver11/5/-4.5/1
DGASailDistance Driver11/5/-5/1

Orbital vs Sail

How Orbital and Sail compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

TurnOrbital -4.5 vs Sail -5Diameter21.2 vs 21 cm (+0.2)Height1.4 vs 1.9 cm (-0.5)Rim width2.2 vs 1.9 cm (+0.3)PlasticsSail 10 vs Orbital 0PriceSail is cheaper ($2.96 less)

Flight Paths

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MVP Disc SportsOrbitalDistance Driver
DGASailDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Orbital
11
Sail
11
GlideStays aloft
Orbital
5
Sail
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Orbital
-4.5
Sail
-5
FadeLow-speed hook
Orbital
1
Sail
1
Specifications
Spec
MVP Disc Sports
Orbital
DGA
Sail
Flight rating
11/5/-4.5/1
11/5/-5/1
Stability
Very understable (-3.5)
Very understable (-4)
Beginner score
58/100
60/100
Est. carry
410 ft
410 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Beginner, Intermediate
Beginner, Everyone
Diameter
21.2 cm
21 cm
Height
1.4 cm
1.9 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
2.2 cm
1.9 cm
Max weight
175 g
173 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$20.95
$17.99
The Verdict

Orbital or Sail?

Main difference: turn (Orbital -4.5 vs Sail -5). The Sail turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Orbital resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Orbital: Very understableSail: Very understable
Where to buy
Orbital
$20.95
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Best price
Sail
$17.99
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FAQ

Is the Orbital or Sail more overstable?

The Orbital is more overstable (stability -3.5 vs -4). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Orbital or Sail?

A beginner is better off with the Sail (beginner score 60/100 vs 58/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Orbital and Sail?

Main difference: turn (Orbital -4.5 vs Sail -5). The Sail turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Orbital resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Which is cheaper, the Orbital or Sail?

The Sail is cheaper, starting around $17.99 vs $20.95.

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MVP Disc Sports Orbital vs DGA Sail: Flight Numbers Compared