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Streamline DiscsLiftDistance Driver9/5/-2/1.5
MVP Disc SportsImpulseDistance Driver9/5/-3/1

Lift vs Impulse

How Lift and Impulse compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

TurnLift -2 vs Impulse -3FadeLift 1.5 vs Impulse 1Height1.7 vs 1.4 cm (+0.3)PriceLift is cheaper ($9.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Streamline DiscsLiftDistance Driver
MVP Disc SportsImpulseDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Lift
9
Impulse
9
GlideStays aloft
Lift
5
Impulse
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Lift
-2
Impulse
-3
FadeLow-speed hook
Lift
1.5
Impulse
1
Specifications
Spec
Streamline Discs
Lift
MVP Disc Sports
Impulse
Flight rating
9/5/-2/1.5
9/5/-3/1
Stability
Understable (-0.5)
Very understable (-2)
Beginner score
49/100
56/100
Est. carry
370 ft
370 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Everyone
Beginner, Intermediate
Diameter
21.2 cm
21.1 cm
Height
1.7 cm
1.4 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
2 cm
2 cm
Max weight
175 g
174 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics
0
0
PDGA Approved
Yes
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$11.95
$20.95
The Verdict

Lift or Impulse?

Main difference: turn (Lift -2 vs Impulse -3). The Impulse turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Lift resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Lift: UnderstableImpulse: Very understable
Where to buy
Best price
Lift
$11.95
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Impulse
$20.95
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FAQ

Is the Lift or Impulse more overstable?

The Lift is more overstable (stability -0.5 vs -2). It resists turning and fades harder.

Should a beginner pick the Lift or Impulse?

A beginner is better off with the Impulse (beginner score 56/100 vs 49/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Lift and Impulse?

Main difference: turn (Lift -2 vs Impulse -3). The Impulse turns over more easily (better for less power or turnover shots); the Lift resists turn and holds a hyzer.

Which is cheaper, the Lift or Impulse?

The Lift is cheaper, starting around $11.95 vs $20.95.

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