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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Thought Space AthleticsPathfinderMidrange5/5/0/1
Westside DiscsSlingMidrange5/5/0/1

Pathfinder vs Sling

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

Key differences

Diameter21.5 vs 21.8 cm (-0.3)Height1.7 vs 1.8 cm (-0.1)PlasticsPathfinder 12 vs Sling 0PriceSling is cheaper ($4.00 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Thought Space AthleticsPathfinderMidrange
Westside DiscsSlingMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Pathfinder
5
Sling
5
GlideStays aloft
Pathfinder
5
Sling
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Pathfinder
0
Sling
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Pathfinder
1
Sling
1
Specifications
Spec
Thought Space Athletics
Pathfinder
Westside Discs
Sling
Flight rating
5/5/0/1
5/5/0/1
Stability
Overstable (+1)
Overstable (+1)
Beginner score
52/100
52/100
Est. carry
290 ft
290 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Everyone
Everyone
Diameter
21.5 cm
21.8 cm
Height
1.7 cm
1.8 cm
Rim depth
1.3 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
1.4 cm
1.3 cm
Max weight
178 g
180 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$22.99
$18.99
The Verdict

Pathfinder or Sling?

The Pathfinder and Sling fly almost identically (5/5/0/1). Choose the Pathfinder for far more plastic and weight options (12 blends) and easier availability; choose the Sling to spend less.

Pathfinder: OverstableSling: Overstable
Where to buy
Pathfinder
$22.99
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Best price
Sling
$18.99
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FAQ

Is the Pathfinder or Sling more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Pathfinder or Sling?

Both rate the same for beginners (52/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Pathfinder and Sling?

The Pathfinder and Sling fly almost identically (5/5/0/1). Choose the Pathfinder for far more plastic and weight options (12 blends) and easier availability; choose the Sling to spend less.

Which is cheaper, the Pathfinder or Sling?

The Sling is cheaper, starting around $18.99 vs $22.99.

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Thought Space Athletics Pathfinder vs Westside Discs Sling: Fligh