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VibramArchFairway Driver8/5/0/2

DGAPipelineFairway Driver8/5/0/2

Arch vs Pipeline

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

Key differences

Diameter21 vs 21.4 cm (-0.4)Height1.9 vs 1.5 cm (+0.4)PlasticsPipeline 11 vs Arch 0

Flight Paths

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VibramArchFairway DriverOut of Production

DGAPipelineFairway Driver

Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait

SpeedRim & velocity

Arch

Pipeline

GlideStays aloft

Arch

Pipeline

TurnHigh-speed bend

Arch

Pipeline

FadeLow-speed hook

Arch

Pipeline

Specifications

Differences only

Spec

Vibram

Arch

DGA

Pipeline

Flight rating

8/5/0/2

Stability

Overstable (+2)

Beginner score

40/100

Est. carry

350 ft

Type

Fairway Driver

Recommended skill

Everyone

Diameter≠

21 cm

21.4 cm

Height≠

1.9 cm

1.5 cm

Rim depth

1.1 cm

Rim width

1.8 cm

Max weight≠

174.3 g

174 g

Bead

Beadless

Plastics≠

11view on disc page →

PDGA Approved

Yes

On Amazon

Not on Amazon

Production status≠

Out of production

In production

Price from≠

Not listed

$17.99

The Verdict

Arch or Pipeline?

The Arch and Pipeline fly almost identically (8/5/0/2). Go with the Pipeline - it offers more plastic and weight options (11 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Arch: OverstablePipeline: Overstable

Where to buy

Arch

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Out of production

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Pipeline

$17.99

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FAQ

Is the Arch or Pipeline more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +2) - turn 0/0, fade 2/2.

Should a beginner pick the Arch or Pipeline?

Both rate the same for beginners (40/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Arch and Pipeline?

The Arch and Pipeline fly almost identically (8/5/0/2). Go with the Pipeline - it offers more plastic and weight options (11 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

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