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Westside DiscsLongbowmanFairway Driver9/4/0/3
X-COMAriFairway Driver9/4/0/3

Longbowman vs Ari

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

Key differences

PriceAri is cheaper ($3.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Westside DiscsLongbowmanFairway Driver
X-COMAriFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Longbowman
9
Ari
9
GlideStays aloft
Longbowman
4
Ari
4
TurnHigh-speed bend
Longbowman
0
Ari
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Longbowman
3
Ari
3
Specifications
Spec
Westside Discs
Longbowman
X-COM
Ari
Flight rating
9/4/0/3
9/4/0/3
Stability
Very overstable (+3)
Very overstable (+3)
Beginner score
31/100
31/100
Est. carry
362 ft
362 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.2 cm
Height
1.9 cm
1.9 cm
Rim depth
1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
1.9 cm
1.8 cm
Max weight
176 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

Longbowman or Ari?

The Longbowman and Ari fly almost identically (9/4/0/3). Choose the Longbowman for far more plastic and weight options (0 blends) and easier availability; choose the Ari to spend less.

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

Is the Longbowman or Ari more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Longbowman or Ari?

Both rate the same for beginners (31/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Longbowman and Ari?

The Longbowman and Ari fly almost identically (9/4/0/3). Choose the Longbowman for far more plastic and weight options (0 blends) and easier availability; choose the Ari to spend less.

Which is cheaper, the Longbowman or Ari?

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

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Westside Discs Longbowman vs X-COM Ari: Flight Numbers Compared