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Goliath DiscsSamsonMidrange5/3/0/3.5
DiscmaniaMD5Midrange5/3/0/4

Samson vs MD5

How Samson and MD5 compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

FadeSamson 3.5 vs MD5 4Diameter21.5 vs 21.2 cm (+0.3)Height1.6 vs 2 cm (-0.4)

Flight Paths

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Goliath DiscsSamsonMidrange
DiscmaniaMD5Midrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Samson
5
MD5
5
GlideStays aloft
Samson
3
MD5
3
TurnHigh-speed bend
Samson
0
MD5
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Samson
3.5
MD5
4
Specifications
Spec
Goliath Discs
Samson
Discmania
MD5
Flight rating
5/3/0/3.5
5/3/0/4
Stability
Very overstable (+3.5)
Very overstable (+4)
Beginner score
38/100
36/100
Est. carry
274 ft
274 ft
Type
Midrange
Midrange
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.5 cm
21.2 cm
Height
1.6 cm
2 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.3 cm
Rim width
1.5 cm
1.5 cm
Max weight
178 g
176 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
Not listed
$21.99
The Verdict

Samson or MD5?

Main difference: fade (Samson 3.5 vs MD5 4). The MD5 fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Samson finishes straighter.

Samson: Very overstableMD5: Very overstable
Where to buy
Samson
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MD5
$21.99
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FAQ

Is the Samson or MD5 more overstable?

The MD5 is more overstable (stability +4 vs +3.5). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Samson or MD5?

A beginner is better off with the Samson (beginner score 38/100 vs 36/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Samson and MD5?

Main difference: fade (Samson 3.5 vs MD5 4). The MD5 fades harder at the end for wind and sharp finishes; the Samson finishes straighter.

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Goliath Discs Samson vs Discmania MD5: Flight Numbers Compared