Compare Disc Golf Discs
Pick two or more discs and see exactly how they differ - flight, feel, distance, and price, side by side.
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MVP Disc SportsShockFairway Driver8/5/0/2.5
Essential DiscsRainFairway Driver8/5/0/2
Shock vs Rain
How Shock and Rain compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
FadeShock 2.5 vs Rain 2Diameter21.1 vs 21.3 cm (-0.2)
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
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MVP Disc SportsShockFairway DriverOut of Production Essential DiscsRainFairway Driver Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Flight rating≠
8/5/0/2.5
8/5/0/2
Stability≠
Overstable (+2.5)
Overstable (+2)
Beginner score≠
38/100
40/100
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Production status≠
Out of production
In production
Price from≠
Not listed
$21.99
Flight rating≠8/5/0/2.5
Stability≠Overstable (+2.5)
Beginner score≠38/100
Est. carry350 ft
TypeFairway Driver
Recommended skillIntermediate, Advanced
Diameter≠21.1 cm
Height≠1.6 cm
Rim depth≠1.1 cm
Rim width1.9 cm
Max weight≠175.1 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA Approved≠Yes
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Production status≠Out of production
Price from≠Not listed
Flight rating≠8/5/0/2
Stability≠Overstable (+2)
Beginner score≠40/100
Est. carry350 ft
TypeFairway Driver
Recommended skillIntermediate, Advanced
Diameter≠21.3 cm
Height≠1.7 cm
Rim depth≠1.2 cm
Rim width1.9 cm
Max weight≠164 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA Approved≠No
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Production status≠In production
Price from≠$21.99
The Verdict
Shock or Rain?
Main difference: fade (Shock 2.5 vs Rain 2). The Shock fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Rain finishes straighter.
Shock: OverstableRain: Overstable
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FAQ
Is the Shock or Rain more overstable?
The Shock is more overstable (stability +2.5 vs +2). It resists turning and fades harder.
Should a beginner pick the Shock or Rain?
A beginner is better off with the Rain (beginner score 40/100 vs 38/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the Shock and Rain?
Main difference: fade (Shock 2.5 vs Rain 2). The Shock fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Rain finishes straighter.
