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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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Gateway Disc SportsShamanPutt & Approach3/3/-1/1
Latitude 64SpikePutt & Approach4/3/-1/1
Shaman vs Spike
How Shaman and Spike compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.
Key differences
SpeedShaman 3 vs Spike 4PlasticsShaman 18 vs Spike 10PriceSpike is cheaper ($3.50 less)
Flight Paths
Overhead view · right-hand backhand
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Gateway Disc SportsShamanPutt & Approach Latitude 64SpikePutt & Approach Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait
Spec
Gateway Disc Sports
Shaman
Flight rating≠
3/3/-1/1
4/3/-1/1
Stability
Stable (+0)
Stable (+0)
Beginner score≠
59/100
56/100
Type
Putt & Approach
Putt & Approach
Recommended skill
Everyone
Everyone
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Gateway Disc Sports
Shaman
Flight rating≠3/3/-1/1
StabilityStable (+0)
Beginner score≠59/100
Est. carry≠234 ft
TypePutt & Approach
Recommended skillEveryone
Diameter≠21.1 cm
Height1.8 cm
Rim depth1.3 cm
Rim width1 cm
Max weight≠176 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics≠18
PDGA ApprovedYes
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$15.99
Flight rating≠4/3/-1/1
StabilityStable (+0)
Beginner score≠56/100
Est. carry≠254 ft
TypePutt & Approach
Recommended skillEveryone
Diameter≠21.2 cm
Height1.8 cm
Rim depth1.3 cm
Rim width1 cm
Max weight≠175 g
BeadBeadless
Plastics≠10
PDGA ApprovedYes
On AmazonNot on Amazon
Price from≠$12.49
The Verdict
Shaman or Spike?
Main difference: speed (Shaman 3 vs Spike 4). The Spike has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the Shaman is easier to control.
Shaman: StableSpike: Stable
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FAQ
Is the Shaman or Spike more overstable?
They are equally stable (both +0) - turn -1/-1, fade 1/1.
Should a beginner pick the Shaman or Spike?
A beginner is better off with the Shaman (beginner score 59/100 vs 56/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.
What is the difference between the Shaman and Spike?
Main difference: speed (Shaman 3 vs Spike 4). The Spike has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the Shaman is easier to control.
Which is cheaper, the Shaman or Spike?
The Spike is cheaper, starting around $12.49 vs $15.99.
