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
DiscraftSurgeDistance Driver11/5/-1/3

Nimitz vs Surge

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

Key differences

PlasticsSurge 19 vs Nimitz 0PriceNimitz is cheaper ($2.00 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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Lone Star DiscNimitzDistance Driver
DiscraftSurgeDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Nimitz
11
Surge
11
GlideStays aloft
Nimitz
5
Surge
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Nimitz
-1
Surge
-1
FadeLow-speed hook
Nimitz
3
Surge
3
Specifications
Spec
Lone Star Disc
Nimitz
Discraft
Surge
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, Advanced
Diameter
21.2 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.7 cm
1.6 cm
Rim depth
1.1 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
2.2 cm
2.2 cm
Max weight
176 g
173 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
PDGA Approved
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$17.99
$19.99
The Verdict

Nimitz or Surge?

The Nimitz and Surge fly almost identically (11/5/-1/3). Choose the Surge for far more plastic and weight options (19 blends) and easier availability; choose the Nimitz to spend less.

Nimitz: OverstableSurge: Overstable
Where to buy
Best price
Nimitz
$17.99
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Surge
$19.99
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FAQ

Is the Nimitz or Surge more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Nimitz or Surge?

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

What is the difference between the Nimitz and Surge?

The Nimitz and Surge fly almost identically (11/5/-1/3). Choose the Surge for far more plastic and weight options (19 blends) and easier availability; choose the Nimitz to spend less.

Which is cheaper, the Nimitz or Surge?

The Nimitz is cheaper, starting around $17.99 vs $19.99.

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Lone Star Disc Nimitz vs Discraft Surge: Flight Numbers Compared