Compare Disc Golf Discs

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DGAQuakeMidrange5/3/0/3
Goliath DiscsSamsonMidrange5/3/0/3.5

Quake vs Samson

How Quake and Samson compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

FadeQuake 3 vs Samson 3.5Diameter21.6 vs 21.5 cm (+0.1)PlasticsQuake 9 vs Samson 0

Flight Paths

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DGAQuakeMidrange
Goliath DiscsSamsonMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Quake
5
Samson
5
GlideStays aloft
Quake
3
Samson
3
TurnHigh-speed bend
Quake
0
Samson
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Quake
3
Samson
3.5
Specifications
Spec
DGA
Quake
Goliath Discs
Samson
Flight rating
5/3/0/3
5/3/0/3.5
Stability
Very overstable (+3)
Very overstable (+3.5)
Beginner score
40/100
38/100
Est. carry
274 ft
274 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.6 cm
21.5 cm
Height
1.7 cm
1.6 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
1.5 cm
1.5 cm
Max weight
179 g
178 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
PDGA Approved
Yes
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$11.99
Not listed
The Verdict

Quake or Samson?

Main difference: fade (Quake 3 vs Samson 3.5). The Samson fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Quake finishes straighter.

Quake: Very overstableSamson: Very overstable
Where to buy
Quake
$11.99
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Samson
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FAQ

Is the Quake or Samson more overstable?

The Samson is more overstable (stability +3.5 vs +3). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Quake or Samson?

A beginner is better off with the Quake (beginner score 40/100 vs 38/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Quake and Samson?

Main difference: fade (Quake 3 vs Samson 3.5). The Samson fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Quake finishes straighter.

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DGA Quake vs Goliath Discs Samson: Flight Numbers Compared