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Goliath DiscsSamsonMidrange5/3/0/3.5
Legacy DiscsRecluseMidrange5/3/0/4

Samson vs Recluse

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

Key differences

FadeSamson 3.5 vs Recluse 4Diameter21.5 vs 21.3 cm (+0.2)Rim width1.5 vs 1.3 cm (+0.2)PlasticsRecluse 9 vs Samson 0

Flight Paths

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Goliath DiscsSamsonMidrange
Legacy DiscsRecluseMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Samson
5
Recluse
5
GlideStays aloft
Samson
3
Recluse
3
TurnHigh-speed bend
Samson
0
Recluse
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Samson
3.5
Recluse
4
Specifications
Spec
Goliath Discs
Samson
Legacy Discs
Recluse
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
21.3 cm
Height
1.6 cm
1.6 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.5 cm
Rim width
1.5 cm
1.3 cm
Max weight
178 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beaded
PDGA Approved
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
Not listed
$17.49
The Verdict

Samson or Recluse?

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

Samson: Very overstableRecluse: Very overstable
Where to buy
Samson
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Recluse
$17.49
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FAQ

Is the Samson or Recluse more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Samson or Recluse?

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 Recluse?

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

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Goliath Discs Samson vs Legacy Discs Recluse: Flight Numbers Comp