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X-COMOphiuchusFairway Driver7/5/-3/1
Lone Star DiscRio GrandeFairway Driver7/5/-2/1

Ophiuchus vs Rio Grande

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

Key differences

TurnOphiuchus -3 vs Rio Grande -2Diameter21 vs 21.1 cm (-0.1)Height1.6 vs 1.9 cm (-0.3)PriceOphiuchus is cheaper ($1.00 less)

Flight Paths

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X-COMOphiuchusFairway Driver
Lone Star DiscRio GrandeFairway Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Ophiuchus
7
Rio Grande
7
GlideStays aloft
Ophiuchus
5
Rio Grande
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Ophiuchus
-3
Rio Grande
-2
FadeLow-speed hook
Ophiuchus
1
Rio Grande
1
Specifications
Spec
X-COM
Ophiuchus
Lone Star Disc
Rio Grande
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
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.6 cm
1.9 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
1.6 cm
1.7 cm
Max weight
173 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$16.99
$17.99
The Verdict

Ophiuchus or Rio Grande?

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

Ophiuchus: Very understableRio Grande: Understable
Where to buy
Best price
Ophiuchus
$16.99
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Rio Grande
$17.99
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FAQ

Is the Ophiuchus or Rio Grande more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Ophiuchus or Rio Grande?

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 Rio Grande?

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

Which is cheaper, the Ophiuchus or Rio Grande?

The Ophiuchus is cheaper, starting around $16.99 vs $17.99.

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X-COM Ophiuchus vs Lone Star Disc Rio Grande: Flight Numbers Comp