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Westside DiscsVellamoMidrange5/5.5/0/1.5
Lone Star DiscHoustonMidrange5/5/0/2

Vellamo vs Houston

How Vellamo and Houston compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

GlideVellamo 5.5 vs Houston 5FadeVellamo 1.5 vs Houston 2Diameter21.8 vs 21.5 cm (+0.3)Height2 vs 1.9 cm (+0.1)Rim width1.5 vs 1.4 cm (+0.1)PriceHouston is cheaper ($1.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Westside DiscsVellamoMidrange
Lone Star DiscHoustonMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Vellamo
5
Houston
5
GlideStays aloft
Vellamo
5.5
Houston
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Vellamo
0
Houston
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Vellamo
1.5
Houston
2
Specifications
Spec
Westside Discs
Vellamo
Lone Star Disc
Houston
Flight rating≠
5/5.5/0/1.5
5/5/0/2
Stability≠
Overstable (+1.5)
Overstable (+2)
Beginner score≠
52/100
48/100
Est. carry≠
294 ft
290 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill≠
Everyone
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter≠
21.8 cm
21.5 cm
Height≠
2 cm
1.9 cm
Rim depth≠
1.3 cm
1.4 cm
Rim width≠
1.5 cm
1.4 cm
Max weight≠
177 g
178.5 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from≠
$18.99
$17.99
The Verdict

Vellamo or Houston?

Main difference: glide (Vellamo 5.5 vs Houston 5). The Vellamo floats and carries farther; the Houston holds its line better in wind.

Vellamo: OverstableHouston: Overstable
Where to buy
Vellamo
$18.99
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Best price
Houston
$17.99
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FAQ

Is the Vellamo or Houston more overstable?

The Houston is more overstable (stability +2 vs +1.5). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Vellamo or Houston?

A beginner is better off with the Vellamo (beginner score 52/100 vs 48/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Vellamo and Houston?

Main difference: glide (Vellamo 5.5 vs Houston 5). The Vellamo floats and carries farther; the Houston holds its line better in wind.

Which is cheaper, the Vellamo or Houston?

The Houston is cheaper, starting around $17.99 vs $18.99.

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Westside Discs Vellamo
Westside Discs
Vellamo
5 / 5.5 / 0 / 1.5
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Lone Star Disc Houston
Lone Star Disc
Houston
5 / 5 / 0 / 2
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Westside Discs Vellamo vs Lone Star Disc Houston: Flight Numbers