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Storm Disc GolfAbyssFairway Driver8/4/0/3
X-COMAriFairway Driver9/4/0/3

Abyss vs Ari

How Abyss and Ari compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

SpeedAbyss 8 vs Ari 9Height1.6 vs 1.9 cm (-0.3)Rim width2 vs 1.8 cm (+0.2)PriceAri is cheaper ($3.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Storm Disc GolfAbyssFairway Driver
X-COMAriFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Abyss
8
Ari
9
GlideStays aloft
Abyss
4
Ari
4
TurnHigh-speed bend
Abyss
0
Ari
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Abyss
3
Ari
3
Specifications
Spec
Storm Disc Golf
Abyss
X-COM
Ari
Flight rating
8/4/0/3
9/4/0/3
Stability
Very overstable (+3)
Very overstable (+3)
Beginner score
34/100
31/100
Est. carry
342 ft
362 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Everyone
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.2 cm
Height
1.6 cm
1.9 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
2 cm
1.8 cm
Max weight
175 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$18.99
$15.99
The Verdict

Abyss or Ari?

Main difference: speed (Abyss 8 vs Ari 9). The Ari has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the Abyss is easier to control.

Abyss: Very overstableAri: Very overstable
Where to buy
Abyss
$18.99
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Best price
Ari
$15.99
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FAQ

Is the Abyss or Ari more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +3) - turn 0/0, fade 3/3.

Should a beginner pick the Abyss or Ari?

A beginner is better off with the Abyss (beginner score 34/100 vs 31/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Abyss and Ari?

Main difference: speed (Abyss 8 vs Ari 9). The Ari has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the Abyss is easier to control.

Which is cheaper, the Abyss or Ari?

The Ari is cheaper, starting around $15.99 vs $18.99.

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Storm Disc Golf Abyss vs X-COM Ari: Flight Numbers Compared