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Gateway Disc SportsIllusionDistance Driver12/5/-0.5/2.5
Viking DiscsValhallaDistance Driver12/5/0/2

Illusion vs Valhalla

How Illusion and Valhalla compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

TurnIllusion -0.5 vs Valhalla 0FadeIllusion 2.5 vs Valhalla 2Height1.5 vs 2 cm (-0.5)Rim width2.1 vs 2.2 cm (-0.1)PlasticsIllusion 9 vs Valhalla 0PriceValhalla is cheaper ($4.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Gateway Disc SportsIllusionDistance Driver
Viking DiscsValhallaDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Illusion
12
Valhalla
12
GlideStays aloft
Illusion
5
Valhalla
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Illusion
-0.5
Valhalla
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Illusion
2.5
Valhalla
2
Specifications
Spec
Gateway Disc Sports
Illusion
Viking Discs
Valhalla
Flight rating
12/5/-0.5/2.5
12/5/0/2
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Overstable (+2)
Beginner score
29/100
28/100
Est. carry
430 ft
430 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.4 cm
21.3 cm
Height
1.5 cm
2 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
2.1 cm
2.2 cm
Max weight
177 g
177 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
PDGA Approved
Yes
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$15.99
$11.99
The Verdict

Illusion or Valhalla?

Main difference: turn (Illusion -0.5 vs Valhalla 0). The Illusion turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Valhalla resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Illusion: OverstableValhalla: Overstable
Where to buy
Illusion
$15.99
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Best price
Valhalla
$11.99
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FAQ

Is the Illusion or Valhalla more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +2) - turn -0.5/0, fade 2.5/2.

Should a beginner pick the Illusion or Valhalla?

A beginner is better off with the Illusion (beginner score 29/100 vs 28/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Illusion and Valhalla?

Main difference: turn (Illusion -0.5 vs Valhalla 0). The Illusion turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Valhalla resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Which is cheaper, the Illusion or Valhalla?

The Valhalla is cheaper, starting around $11.99 vs $15.99.

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Gateway Disc Sports Illusion vs Viking Discs Valhalla: Flight Num