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InnovaArchonDistance Driver11/5/-2/2

DiscraftSurge SSDistance Driver11/5/-2/2

Archon vs Surge SS

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

Key differences

Rim width2.3 vs 2.1 cm (+0.2)PlasticsArchon 12 vs Surge SS 11

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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InnovaArchonDistance DriverOut of Production

DiscraftSurge SSDistance Driver

Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait

SpeedRim & velocity

Archon

Surge SS

GlideStays aloft

Archon

Surge SS

TurnHigh-speed bend

Archon

-2

Surge SS

-2

FadeLow-speed hook

Archon

Surge SS

Specifications

Differences only

Spec

Innova

Archon

Discraft

Surge SS

Flight rating

11/5/-2/2

Stability

Understable (+0)

Beginner score

41/100

Est. carry

410 ft

Type

Distance Driver

Recommended skill

Intermediate

Diameter

21.1 cm

Height≠

1.7 cm

1.6 cm

Rim depth

1.2 cm

Rim width≠

2.3 cm

2.1 cm

Max weight≠

175.1 g

173 g

Bead

Beadless

Plastics≠

12view on disc page →

11view on disc page →

PDGA Approved

Yes

On Amazon

Not on Amazon

Production status≠

Out of production

In production

Price from≠

Not listed

$17.99

The Verdict

Archon or Surge SS?

The Archon and Surge SS fly almost identically (11/5/-2/2). Choose the Archon for far more plastic and weight options (12 blends) and easier availability; choose the Surge SS to spend less.

Archon: UnderstableSurge SS: Understable

Where to buy

Archon

See retailer

Out of production

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Surge SS

$17.99

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FAQ

Is the Archon or Surge SS more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +0) - turn -2/-2, fade 2/2.

Should a beginner pick the Archon or Surge SS?

Both rate the same for beginners (41/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Archon and Surge SS?

The Archon and Surge SS fly almost identically (11/5/-2/2). Choose the Archon for far more plastic and weight options (12 blends) and easier availability; choose the Surge SS to spend less.

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