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Pick two or more discs and see exactly how they differ - flight, feel, distance, and price, side by side.

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DiscmaniaMentorDistance Driver11/5/-2/2
DiscraftSurge SSDistance Driver11/5/-2/2

Mentor vs Surge SS

These 2 distance drivers share the same flight numbers - the deciding factors are plastic selection, price, and availability.

Key differences

Height1.8 vs 1.6 cm (+0.2)PlasticsSurge SS 11 vs Mentor 0PriceMentor is cheaper ($9.00 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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DiscmaniaMentorDistance Driver
DiscraftSurge SSDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Mentor
11
Surge SS
11
GlideStays aloft
Mentor
5
Surge SS
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Mentor
-2
Surge SS
-2
FadeLow-speed hook
Mentor
2
Surge SS
2
Specifications
Spec
Discmania
Mentor
Discraft
Surge SS
Flight rating
11/5/-2/2
11/5/-2/2
Stability
Understable (+0)
Understable (+0)
Beginner score
41/100
41/100
Est. carry
410 ft
410 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Beginner, Intermediate
Intermediate
Diameter
21.2 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.8 cm
1.6 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
2.1 cm
2.1 cm
Max weight
175 g
173 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$8.99
$17.99
The Verdict

Mentor or Surge SS?

The Mentor and Surge SS fly almost identically (11/5/-2/2). Choose the Surge SS for far more plastic and weight options (11 blends) and easier availability; choose the Mentor to spend less.

Mentor: UnderstableSurge SS: Understable
Where to buy
Best price
Mentor
$8.99
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Surge SS
$17.99
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FAQ

Is the Mentor or Surge SS more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +0) - turn -2/-2, fade 2/2.

Should a beginner pick the Mentor or Surge SS?

Both rate the same for beginners (41/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Mentor and Surge SS?

The Mentor and Surge SS fly almost identically (11/5/-2/2). Choose the Surge SS for far more plastic and weight options (11 blends) and easier availability; choose the Mentor to spend less.

Which is cheaper, the Mentor or Surge SS?

The Mentor is cheaper, starting around $8.99 vs $17.99.

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Discmania Mentor vs Discraft Surge SS: Flight Numbers Compared