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DGARiftMidrange5/4/-1/1.5
Doomsday DiscsDespairMidrange5/4/-1/1

Rift vs Despair

How Rift and Despair compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

FadeRift 1.5 vs Despair 1Diameter21.6 vs 21.4 cm (+0.2)Height1.8 vs 2.1 cm (-0.3)Rim width1.5 vs 1.3 cm (+0.2)PlasticsDespair 10 vs Rift 9PriceDespair is cheaper ($6.04 less)

Flight Paths

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DGARiftMidrange
Doomsday DiscsDespairMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Rift
5
Despair
5
GlideStays aloft
Rift
4
Despair
4
TurnHigh-speed bend
Rift
-1
Despair
-1
FadeLow-speed hook
Rift
1.5
Despair
1
Specifications
Spec
DGA
Rift
Doomsday Discs
Despair
Flight rating
5/4/-1/1.5
5/4/-1/1
Stability
Stable (+0.5)
Stable (+0)
Beginner score
53/100
55/100
Est. carry
282 ft
282 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill
Everyone
Everyone
Diameter
21.6 cm
21.4 cm
Height
1.8 cm
2.1 cm
Rim depth
1.3 cm
1.4 cm
Rim width
1.5 cm
1.3 cm
Max weight
177 g
178 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
PDGA Approved
Yes
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$17.99
$11.95
The Verdict

Rift or Despair?

Main difference: fade (Rift 1.5 vs Despair 1). The Rift fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Despair finishes straighter.

Rift: StableDespair: Stable
Where to buy
Rift
$17.99
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Best price
Despair
$11.95
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FAQ

Is the Rift or Despair more overstable?

The Rift is more overstable (stability +0.5 vs +0). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Rift or Despair?

A beginner is better off with the Despair (beginner score 55/100 vs 53/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Rift and Despair?

Main difference: fade (Rift 1.5 vs Despair 1). The Rift fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Despair finishes straighter.

Which is cheaper, the Rift or Despair?

The Despair is cheaper, starting around $11.95 vs $17.99.

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DGA Rift vs Doomsday Discs Despair: Flight Numbers Compared