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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ProdiscusTalismanFairway Driver9/4/0/2
Lone Star DiscMad CatFairway Driver9/5/0/2
Talisman vs Mad Cat
How Talisman and Mad Cat compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
GlideTalisman 4 vs Mad Cat 5Height1.7 vs 1.8 cm (-0.1)PriceMad Cat is cheaper ($1.00 less)
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
Tap a disc to show or hide its path. Estimated from flight numbers.
Lone Star DiscMad CatFairway Driver Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Flight rating≠
9/4/0/2
9/5/0/2
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Overstable (+2)
Beginner score≠
35/100
37/100
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill≠
Everyone
Intermediate, Advanced
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Flight rating≠9/4/0/2
StabilityOverstable (+2)
Beginner score≠35/100
Est. carry≠362 ft
TypeFairway Driver
Recommended skill≠Everyone
Diameter≠21.1 cm
Height≠1.7 cm
Rim depth1.2 cm
Rim width1.9 cm
Max weight≠175 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA Approved≠No
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$18.99
Flight rating≠9/5/0/2
StabilityOverstable (+2)
Beginner score≠37/100
Est. carry≠370 ft
TypeFairway Driver
Recommended skill≠Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter≠21.2 cm
Height≠1.8 cm
Rim depth1.2 cm
Rim width1.9 cm
Max weight≠176 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA Approved≠Yes
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$17.99
The Verdict
Talisman or Mad Cat?
Main difference: glide (Talisman 4 vs Mad Cat 5). The Mad Cat floats and carries farther; the Talisman holds its line better in wind.
Talisman: OverstableMad Cat: Overstable
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FAQ
Is the Talisman or Mad Cat more overstable?
They are equally stable (both +2) - turn 0/0, fade 2/2.
Should a beginner pick the Talisman or Mad Cat?
A beginner is better off with the Mad Cat (beginner score 37/100 vs 35/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the Talisman and Mad Cat?
Main difference: glide (Talisman 4 vs Mad Cat 5). The Mad Cat floats and carries farther; the Talisman holds its line better in wind.
Which is cheaper, the Talisman or Mad Cat?
The Mad Cat is cheaper, starting around $17.99 vs $18.99.
