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Reptilian Disc GolfSerpentPutt & Approach2/2/0/0
X-COMTauPutt & Approach2/3/0/0

Serpent vs Tau

How Serpent and Tau compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

GlideSerpent 2 vs Tau 3Rim width1 vs 1.1 cm (-0.1)

Flight Paths

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Reptilian Disc GolfSerpentPutt & ApproachOut of Production
X-COMTauPutt & Approach
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Serpent
2
Tau
2
GlideStays aloft
Serpent
2
Tau
3
TurnHigh-speed bend
Serpent
0
Tau
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Serpent
0
Tau
0
Specifications
Spec
Reptilian Disc Golf
Serpent
X-COM
Tau
Flight rating
2/2/0/0
2/3/0/0
Stability
Stable (+0)
Stable (+0)
Beginner score
59/100
61/100
Est. carry
206 ft
214 ft
Type
Putt & Approach
Putt & Approach
Recommended skill
Everyone
Everyone
Diameter
21 cm
21 cm
Height
2.2 cm
2.2 cm
Rim depth
1.5 cm
1.5 cm
Rim width
1 cm
1.1 cm
Max weight
174.3 g
173 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Production status
Out of production
In production
Price from
Not listed
$11.99
The Verdict

Serpent or Tau?

Main difference: glide (Serpent 2 vs Tau 3). The Tau floats and carries farther; the Serpent holds its line better in wind.

Serpent: StableTau: Stable
Where to buy
Serpent
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Out of production
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Tau
$11.99
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FAQ

Is the Serpent or Tau more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +0) - turn 0/0, fade 0/0.

Should a beginner pick the Serpent or Tau?

A beginner is better off with the Tau (beginner score 61/100 vs 59/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Serpent and Tau?

Main difference: glide (Serpent 2 vs Tau 3). The Tau floats and carries farther; the Serpent holds its line better in wind.

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Reptilian Disc Golf Serpent vs X-COM Tau: Flight Numbers Compared