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X-COMOphiuchusFairway Driver7/5/-3/1
Legacy DiscsPatriotFairway Driver7/5/-2/1

Ophiuchus vs Patriot

How Ophiuchus and Patriot compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

TurnOphiuchus -3 vs Patriot -2Diameter21 vs 21.2 cm (-0.2)Height1.6 vs 1.8 cm (-0.2)Rim width1.6 vs 1.8 cm (-0.2)PlasticsPatriot 16 vs Ophiuchus 0PriceOphiuchus is cheaper ($0.50 less)

Flight Paths

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X-COMOphiuchusFairway Driver
Legacy DiscsPatriotFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Ophiuchus
7
Patriot
7
GlideStays aloft
Ophiuchus
5
Patriot
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Ophiuchus
-3
Patriot
-2
FadeLow-speed hook
Ophiuchus
1
Patriot
1
Specifications
Spec
X-COM
Ophiuchus
Legacy Discs
Patriot
Flight rating
7/5/-3/1
7/5/-2/1
Stability
Very understable (-2)
Understable (-1)
Beginner score
62/100
57/100
Est. carry
330 ft
330 ft
Type
Fairway Driver
Fairway Driver
Recommended skill
Beginner, Everyone
Beginner, Everyone
Diameter
21 cm
21.2 cm
Height
1.6 cm
1.8 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
1.6 cm
1.8 cm
Max weight
173 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$16.99
$17.49
The Verdict

Ophiuchus or Patriot?

Main difference: turn (Ophiuchus -3 vs Patriot -2). The Ophiuchus turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Patriot resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Ophiuchus: Very understablePatriot: Understable
Where to buy
Best price
Ophiuchus
$16.99
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Patriot
$17.49
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FAQ

Is the Ophiuchus or Patriot more overstable?

The Patriot is more overstable (stability -1 vs -2). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Ophiuchus or Patriot?

A beginner is better off with the Ophiuchus (beginner score 62/100 vs 57/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Ophiuchus and Patriot?

Main difference: turn (Ophiuchus -3 vs Patriot -2). The Ophiuchus turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Patriot resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Which is cheaper, the Ophiuchus or Patriot?

The Ophiuchus is cheaper, starting around $16.99 vs $17.49.

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X-COM Ophiuchus vs Legacy Discs Patriot: Flight Numbers Compared