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Goliath DiscsSamsonMidrange5/3/0/3.5
DGAQuakeMidrange5/3/0/3

Samson vs Quake

How Samson and Quake compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

FadeSamson 3.5 vs Quake 3Diameter21.5 vs 21.6 cm (-0.1)PlasticsQuake 9 vs Samson 0

Flight Paths

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Goliath DiscsSamsonMidrange
DGAQuakeMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Samson
5
Quake
5
GlideStays aloft
Samson
3
Quake
3
TurnHigh-speed bend
Samson
0
Quake
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Samson
3.5
Quake
3
Specifications
Spec
Goliath Discs
Samson
DGA
Quake
Flight rating
5/3/0/3.5
5/3/0/3
Stability
Very overstable (+3.5)
Very overstable (+3)
Beginner score
38/100
40/100
Est. carry
274 ft
274 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.5 cm
21.6 cm
Height
1.6 cm
1.7 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
1.5 cm
1.5 cm
Max weight
178 g
179 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
PDGA Approved
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
Not listed
$11.99
The Verdict

Samson or Quake?

Main difference: fade (Samson 3.5 vs Quake 3). The Samson fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Quake finishes straighter.

Samson: Very overstableQuake: Very overstable
Where to buy
Samson
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Quake
$11.99
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FAQ

Is the Samson or Quake more overstable?

The Samson is more overstable (stability +3.5 vs +3). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Samson or Quake?

A beginner is better off with the Quake (beginner score 40/100 vs 38/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Samson and Quake?

Main difference: fade (Samson 3.5 vs Quake 3). The Samson fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Quake finishes straighter.

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