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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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Thought Space AthleticsAlterPutt & Approach3/3/0/1
Infinite DiscsAlpacaPutt & Approach3/3/0/1

Alter vs Alpaca

These 2 putt & approachs share the same flight numbers - the deciding factors are plastic selection, price, and availability.

Key differences

Height2 vs 2.1 cm (-0.1)Rim width1.1 vs 1 cm (+0.1)PlasticsAlpaca 40 vs Alter 0PriceAlpaca is cheaper ($6.00 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Thought Space AthleticsAlterPutt & Approach
Infinite DiscsAlpacaPutt & Approach
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Alter
3
Alpaca
3
GlideStays aloft
Alter
3
Alpaca
3
TurnHigh-speed bend
Alter
0
Alpaca
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Alter
1
Alpaca
1
Specifications
Spec
Thought Space Athletics
Alter
Infinite Discs
Alpaca
Flight rating
3/3/0/1
3/3/0/1
Stability
Overstable (+1)
Overstable (+1)
Beginner score
54/100
54/100
Est. carry
234 ft
234 ft
Type
Putt & Approach
Putt & Approach
Recommended skill
Everyone
Everyone
Diameter≠
21.2 cm
21.1 cm
Height≠
2 cm
2.1 cm
Rim depth
1.5 cm
1.5 cm
Rim width≠
1.1 cm
1 cm
Max weight≠
174 g
176 g
Bead≠
Beaded
Beadless
Plastics≠
0
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PDGA Approved≠
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from≠
$13.99
$7.99
The Verdict

Alter or Alpaca?

The Alter and Alpaca fly almost identically (3/3/0/1). Go with the Alpaca - it offers more plastic and weight options (40 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Alter: OverstableAlpaca: Overstable
Where to buy
Alter
$13.99
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Best price
Alpaca
$7.99
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FAQ

Is the Alter or Alpaca more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +1) - turn 0/0, fade 1/1.

Should a beginner pick the Alter or Alpaca?

Both rate the same for beginners (54/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Alter and Alpaca?

The Alter and Alpaca fly almost identically (3/3/0/1). Go with the Alpaca - it offers more plastic and weight options (40 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Alter or Alpaca?

The Alpaca is cheaper, starting around $7.99 vs $13.99.

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Thought Space Athletics Alter
Thought Space Athletics
Alter
3 / 3 / 0 / 1
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Infinite Discs Alpaca
Infinite Discs
Alpaca
3 / 3 / 0 / 1
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Thought Space Athletics Alter vs Infinite Discs Alpaca: Flight Nu