Compare Disc Golf Discs

Pick two or more discs and see exactly how they differ - flight, feel, distance, and price, side by side.

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Lone Star DiscNimitzDistance Driver11/5/-1/3
Axiom DiscsDefyDistance Driver11/5/-1/3

Nimitz vs Defy

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

Key differences

Height1.7 vs 1.5 cm (+0.2)PriceNimitz is cheaper ($2.96 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Lone Star DiscNimitzDistance Driver
Axiom DiscsDefyDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Nimitz
11
Defy
11
GlideStays aloft
Nimitz
5
Defy
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Nimitz
-1
Defy
-1
FadeLow-speed hook
Nimitz
3
Defy
3
Specifications
Spec
Lone Star Disc
Nimitz
Axiom Discs
Defy
Flight rating
11/5/-1/3
11/5/-1/3
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Overstable (+2)
Beginner score
32/100
32/100
Est. carry
410 ft
410 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate
Diameter
21.2 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.7 cm
1.5 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.1 cm
Rim width
2.2 cm
2.2 cm
Max weight
176 g
175 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$17.99
$20.95
The Verdict

Nimitz or Defy?

The Nimitz and Defy fly almost identically (11/5/-1/3). Go with the Nimitz - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Nimitz: OverstableDefy: Overstable
Where to buy
Best price
Nimitz
$17.99
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Defy
$20.95
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FAQ

Is the Nimitz or Defy more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +2) - turn -1/-1, fade 3/3.

Should a beginner pick the Nimitz or Defy?

Both rate the same for beginners (32/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Nimitz and Defy?

The Nimitz and Defy fly almost identically (11/5/-1/3). Go with the Nimitz - it offers more plastic and weight options (0 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Nimitz or Defy?

The Nimitz is cheaper, starting around $17.99 vs $20.95.

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Lone Star Disc Nimitz vs Axiom Discs Defy: Flight Numbers Compare