Compare Disc Golf Discs
Pick two or more discs and see exactly how they differ - flight, feel, distance, and price, side by side.
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Gateway Disc SportsSamuraiDistance Driver12.5/5/-2/1
Lone Star DiscBayonetDistance Driver13/5/-2/2
Samurai vs Bayonet
How Samurai and Bayonet compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
SpeedSamurai 12.5 vs Bayonet 13FadeSamurai 1 vs Bayonet 2Diameter21.1 vs 21 cm (+0.1)PriceSamurai is cheaper ($2.00 less)
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
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Gateway Disc SportsSamuraiDistance Driver Lone Star DiscBayonetDistance Driver Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Spec
Gateway Disc Sports
Samurai
Flight rating≠
12.5/5/-2/1
13/5/-2/2
Stability≠
Understable (-1)
Understable (+0)
Beginner score≠
41/100
36/100
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Gateway Disc Sports
Samurai
Flight rating≠12.5/5/-2/1
Stability≠Understable (-1)
Beginner score≠41/100
Est. carry≠440 ft
TypeDistance Driver
Recommended skillIntermediate, Advanced
Diameter≠21.1 cm
Height1.8 cm
Rim depth≠1.2 cm
Rim width2.3 cm
Max weight≠175 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA Approved≠Yes
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$15.99
Flight rating≠13/5/-2/2
Stability≠Understable (+0)
Beginner score≠36/100
Est. carry≠450 ft
TypeDistance Driver
Recommended skillIntermediate, Advanced
Diameter≠21 cm
Height1.8 cm
Rim depth≠1.1 cm
Rim width2.3 cm
Max weight≠174 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics0
PDGA Approved≠No
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$17.99
The Verdict
Samurai or Bayonet?
Main difference: fade (Samurai 1 vs Bayonet 2). The Bayonet fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Samurai finishes straighter.
Samurai: UnderstableBayonet: Understable
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FAQ
Is the Samurai or Bayonet more overstable?
The Bayonet is more overstable (stability +0 vs -1). It resists turning and fades harder.
Should a beginner pick the Samurai or Bayonet?
A beginner is better off with the Samurai (beginner score 41/100 vs 36/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the Samurai and Bayonet?
Main difference: fade (Samurai 1 vs Bayonet 2). The Bayonet fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Samurai finishes straighter.
Which is cheaper, the Samurai or Bayonet?
The Samurai is cheaper, starting around $15.99 vs $17.99.
