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Goliath DiscsRaptureDistance Driver12/5/0/3
Thought Space AthleticsSynapseDistance Driver12/5/0/3

Rapture vs Synapse

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

Key differences

Height1.9 vs 1.6 cm (+0.3)PlasticsSynapse 10 vs Rapture 0

Flight Paths

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Goliath DiscsRaptureDistance Driver
Thought Space AthleticsSynapseDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Rapture
12
Synapse
12
GlideStays aloft
Rapture
5
Synapse
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Rapture
0
Synapse
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Rapture
3
Synapse
3
Specifications
Spec
Goliath Discs
Rapture
Thought Space Athletics
Synapse
Flight rating
12/5/0/3
12/5/0/3
Stability
Overstable (+3)
Overstable (+3)
Beginner score
24/100
24/100
Est. carry
430 ft
430 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter≠
21.1 cm
21.2 cm
Height≠
1.9 cm
1.6 cm
Rim depth≠
1.1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width≠
2.2 cm
2.3 cm
Max weight
175 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics≠
0
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PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$18.99
$18.99
The Verdict

Rapture or Synapse?

The Rapture and Synapse fly almost identically (12/5/0/3). Choose the Synapse for far more plastic and weight options (10 blends) and easier availability; choose the Rapture to spend less.

Rapture: OverstableSynapse: Overstable
Where to buy
Rapture
$18.99
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Synapse
$18.99
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FAQ

Is the Rapture or Synapse more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +3) - turn 0/0, fade 3/3.

Should a beginner pick the Rapture or Synapse?

Both rate the same for beginners (24/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Rapture and Synapse?

The Rapture and Synapse fly almost identically (12/5/0/3). Choose the Synapse for far more plastic and weight options (10 blends) and easier availability; choose the Rapture to spend less.

Which is cheaper, the Rapture or Synapse?

Both start around $18.99.

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Goliath Discs Rapture
Goliath Discs
Rapture
12 / 5 / 0 / 3
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Thought Space Athletics Synapse
Thought Space Athletics
Synapse
12 / 5 / 0 / 3
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Goliath Discs Rapture vs Thought Space Athletics Synapse: Flight