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VibramArchFairway Driver8/5/0/2

Essential DiscsRainFairway Driver8/5/0/2

Arch vs Rain

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

Key differences

Diameter21 vs 21.3 cm (-0.3)Height1.9 vs 1.7 cm (+0.2)

Flight Paths

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VibramArchFairway DriverOut of Production

Essential DiscsRainFairway Driver

Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait

SpeedRim & velocity

Arch

Rain

GlideStays aloft

Arch

Rain

TurnHigh-speed bend

Arch

Rain

FadeLow-speed hook

Arch

Rain

Specifications

Differences only

Spec

Vibram

Arch

Essential Discs

Rain

Flight rating

8/5/0/2

Stability

Overstable (+2)

Beginner score

40/100

Est. carry

350 ft

Type

Fairway Driver

Recommended skill≠

Everyone

Intermediate, Advanced

Diameter≠

21 cm

21.3 cm

Height≠

1.9 cm

1.7 cm

Rim depth≠

1.1 cm

1.2 cm

Rim width≠

1.8 cm

1.9 cm

Max weight≠

174.3 g

164 g

Bead

Beadless

Plastics

PDGA Approved≠

Yes

On Amazon

Not on Amazon

Production status≠

Out of production

In production

Price from≠

Not listed

$21.99

The Verdict

Arch or Rain?

The Arch and Rain fly almost identically (8/5/0/2). Choose the Arch for far more plastic and weight options (0 blends) and easier availability; choose the Rain to spend less.

Arch: OverstableRain: Overstable

Where to buy

Arch

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Out of production

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Rain

$21.99

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FAQ

Is the Arch or Rain more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Arch or Rain?

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

What is the difference between the Arch and Rain?

The Arch and Rain fly almost identically (8/5/0/2). Choose the Arch for far more plastic and weight options (0 blends) and easier availability; choose the Rain to spend less.

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