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Pick two or more discs and see exactly how they differ - flight, feel, distance, and price, side by side.

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Stokely DiscsLarkFairway Driver8/4/-1/2
Launch Disc GolfCipherFairway Driver8/4/-1/2

Lark vs Cipher

These 2 fairway drivers share the same flight numbers - the deciding factors are plastic selection, price, and availability.

Key differences

Diameter21.1 vs 21.6 cm (-0.5)Height1.6 vs 1.8 cm (-0.2)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Stokely DiscsLarkFairway Driver
Launch Disc GolfCipherFairway DriverOut of Production
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Lark
8
Cipher
8
GlideStays aloft
Lark
4
Cipher
4
TurnHigh-speed bend
Lark
-1
Cipher
-1
FadeLow-speed hook
Lark
2
Cipher
2
Specifications
Spec
Stokely Discs
Lark
Launch Disc Golf
Cipher
Flight rating
8/4/-1/2
8/4/-1/2
Stability
Stable (+1)
Stable (+1)
Beginner score
43/100
43/100
Est. carry
342 ft
342 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Everyone
Everyone
Diameter≠
21.1 cm
21.6 cm
Height≠
1.6 cm
1.8 cm
Rim depth≠
1.1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
1.8 cm
1.8 cm
Max weight≠
175 g
179.3 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≠
$18.99
Not listed
The Verdict

Lark or Cipher?

The Lark and Cipher fly almost identically (8/4/-1/2). Go with the Lark - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Lark: StableCipher: Stable
Where to buy
Lark
$18.99
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Cipher
See retailer
Out of production
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FAQ

Is the Lark or Cipher more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +1) - turn -1/-1, fade 2/2.

Should a beginner pick the Lark or Cipher?

Both rate the same for beginners (43/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Lark and Cipher?

The Lark and Cipher fly almost identically (8/4/-1/2). Go with the Lark - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

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Stokely Discs Lark
Stokely Discs
Lark
8 / 4 / -1 / 2
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Launch Disc Golf Cipher
Launch Disc Golf
Cipher
8 / 4 / -1 / 2
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