Compare Disc Golf Discs

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Goliath DiscsSamsonMidrange5/3/0/3.5
Lone Star DiscWalkerMidrange5/3/0/4

Samson vs Walker

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

Key differences

FadeSamson 3.5 vs Walker 4Diameter21.5 vs 21.4 cm (+0.1)Rim width1.5 vs 1.4 cm (+0.1)

Flight Paths

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Goliath DiscsSamsonMidrange
Lone Star DiscWalkerMidrange
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Samson
5
Walker
5
GlideStays aloft
Samson
3
Walker
3
TurnHigh-speed bend
Samson
0
Walker
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Samson
3.5
Walker
4
Specifications
Spec
Goliath Discs
Samson
Lone Star Disc
Walker
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
Not listed
Diameter
21.5 cm
21.4 cm
Height
1.6 cm
1.7 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
1.5 cm
1.4 cm
Max weight
178 g
177 g
Bead
Beadless
Beaded
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
No
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
Not listed
$17.99
The Verdict

Samson or Walker?

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

Samson: Very overstableWalker: Very overstable
Where to buy
Samson
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Walker
$17.99
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FAQ

Is the Samson or Walker more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Samson or Walker?

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 Walker?

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

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Goliath Discs Samson vs Lone Star Disc Walker: Flight Numbers Com