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Axiom DiscsVirusDistance Driver9/5/-3.5/1
MVP Disc SportsImpulseDistance Driver9/5/-3/1

Virus vs Impulse

How Virus and Impulse compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

TurnVirus -3.5 vs Impulse -3PriceVirus is cheaper ($1.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Axiom DiscsVirusDistance Driver
MVP Disc SportsImpulseDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Virus
9
Impulse
9
GlideStays aloft
Virus
5
Impulse
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Virus
-3.5
Impulse
-3
FadeLow-speed hook
Virus
1
Impulse
1
Specifications
Spec
Axiom Discs
Virus
MVP Disc Sports
Impulse
Flight rating
9/5/-3.5/1
9/5/-3/1
Stability
Very understable (-2.5)
Very understable (-2)
Beginner score
59/100
56/100
Est. carry
370 ft
370 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Beginner, Intermediate
Beginner, Intermediate
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.4 cm
1.4 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
2 cm
2 cm
Max weight
175 g
174 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$19.95
$20.95
The Verdict

Virus or Impulse?

Main difference: turn (Virus -3.5 vs Impulse -3). The Virus turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Impulse resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Virus: Very understableImpulse: Very understable
Where to buy
Best price
Virus
$19.95
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Impulse
$20.95
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FAQ

Is the Virus or Impulse more overstable?

The Impulse is more overstable (stability -2 vs -2.5). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Virus or Impulse?

A beginner is better off with the Virus (beginner score 59/100 vs 56/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Virus and Impulse?

Main difference: turn (Virus -3.5 vs Impulse -3). The Virus turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Impulse resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Which is cheaper, the Virus or Impulse?

The Virus is cheaper, starting around $19.95 vs $20.95.

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Axiom Discs Virus vs MVP Disc Sports Impulse: Flight Numbers Comp