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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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DiscraftSurgeDistance Driver11/5/-1/3
Axiom DiscsDefyDistance Driver11/5/-1/3

Surge vs Defy

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

Key differences

Height1.6 vs 1.5 cm (+0.1)PlasticsSurge 19 vs Defy 0PriceSurge is cheaper ($0.96 less)

Flight Paths

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DiscraftSurgeDistance Driver
Axiom DiscsDefyDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Surge
11
Defy
11
GlideStays aloft
Surge
5
Defy
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Surge
-1
Defy
-1
FadeLow-speed hook
Surge
3
Defy
3
Specifications
Spec
Discraft
Surge
Axiom Discs
Defy
Flight rating
11/5/-1/3
11/5/-1/3
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Overstable (+2)
Beginner score
32/100
32/100
Est. carry
410 ft
410 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.6 cm
1.5 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
2.2 cm
2.2 cm
Max weight
173 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$19.99
$20.95
The Verdict

Surge or Defy?

The Surge and Defy fly almost identically (11/5/-1/3). Go with the Surge - it offers more plastic and weight options (19 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Surge: OverstableDefy: Overstable
Where to buy
Best price
Surge
$19.99
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Defy
$20.95
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FAQ

Is the Surge or Defy more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +2) - turn -1/-1, fade 3/3.

Should a beginner pick the Surge or Defy?

Both rate the same for beginners (32/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Surge and Defy?

The Surge and Defy fly almost identically (11/5/-1/3). Go with the Surge - it offers more plastic and weight options (19 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Surge or Defy?

The Surge is cheaper, starting around $19.99 vs $20.95.

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Discraft Surge vs Axiom Discs Defy: Flight Numbers Compared