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Neptune DiscsMarlinFairway Driver7/5/-4/2
DiscmaniaGeniusFairway Driver7/5/-4/1

Marlin vs Genius

How Marlin and Genius compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

FadeMarlin 2 vs Genius 1Diameter21 vs 21.1 cm (-0.1)Height1.8 vs 1.7 cm (+0.1)Rim width1.8 vs 1.7 cm (+0.1)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Neptune DiscsMarlinFairway Driver
DiscmaniaGeniusFairway DriverOut of Production
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Marlin
7
Genius
7
GlideStays aloft
Marlin
5
Genius
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Marlin
-4
Genius
-4
FadeLow-speed hook
Marlin
2
Genius
1
Specifications
Spec
Neptune Discs
Marlin
Discmania
Genius
Flight rating
7/5/-4/2
7/5/-4/1
Stability
Very understable (-2)
Very understable (-3)
Beginner score
63/100
67/100
Est. carry
330 ft
330 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Beginner, Intermediate
Beginner
Diameter
21 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.8 cm
1.7 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
1.8 cm
1.7 cm
Max weight
175 g
175.1 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Production status
In production
Out of production
Price from
$19.99
Not listed
The Verdict

Marlin or Genius?

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

Marlin: Very understableGenius: Very understable
Where to buy
Marlin
$19.99
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Genius
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Out of production
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FAQ

Is the Marlin or Genius more overstable?

The Marlin is more overstable (stability -2 vs -3). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Marlin or Genius?

A beginner is better off with the Genius (beginner score 67/100 vs 63/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Marlin and Genius?

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

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Neptune Discs Marlin vs Discmania Genius: Flight Numbers Compared