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

Despair vs Rift

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

Key differences

FadeDespair 1 vs Rift 1.5Diameter21.4 vs 21.6 cm (-0.2)Height2.1 vs 1.8 cm (+0.3)Rim width1.3 vs 1.5 cm (-0.2)PlasticsDespair 10 vs Rift 9PriceDespair is cheaper ($6.04 less)

Flight Paths

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

Despair or Rift?

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

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

Is the Despair or Rift more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Despair or Rift?

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 Despair and Rift?

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

Which is cheaper, the Despair or Rift?

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

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Doomsday Discs Despair vs DGA Rift: Flight Numbers Compared