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Thought Space AthleticsAnimusDistance Driver11/5/0/2
Viking DiscsValhallaDistance Driver12/5/0/2

Animus vs Valhalla

How Animus and Valhalla compare on flight numbers, feel, distance, and price.

Key differences

SpeedAnimus 11 vs Valhalla 12Diameter21.2 vs 21.3 cm (-0.1)Height1.6 vs 2 cm (-0.4)Rim width2.1 vs 2.2 cm (-0.1)PlasticsAnimus 9 vs Valhalla 0PriceValhalla is cheaper ($8.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Thought Space AthleticsAnimusDistance Driver
Viking DiscsValhallaDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Animus
11
Valhalla
12
GlideStays aloft
Animus
5
Valhalla
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Animus
0
Valhalla
0
FadeLow-speed hook
Animus
2
Valhalla
2
Specifications
Spec
Thought Space Athletics
Animus
Viking Discs
Valhalla
Flight rating
11/5/0/2
12/5/0/2
Stability
Overstable (+2)
Overstable (+2)
Beginner score
31/100
28/100
Est. carry
410 ft
430 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate, Advanced
Diameter
21.2 cm
21.3 cm
Height
1.6 cm
2 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
2.1 cm
2.2 cm
Max weight
174 g
177 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
PDGA Approved
Yes
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from
$19.99
$11.99
The Verdict

Animus or Valhalla?

Main difference: speed (Animus 11 vs Valhalla 12). The Valhalla has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the Animus is easier to control.

Animus: OverstableValhalla: Overstable
Where to buy
Animus
$19.99
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Valhalla
$11.99
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FAQ

Is the Animus or Valhalla more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Animus or Valhalla?

A beginner is better off with the Animus (beginner score 31/100 vs 28/100) - lower speed and more turn make it easier to control.

What is the difference between the Animus and Valhalla?

Main difference: speed (Animus 11 vs Valhalla 12). The Valhalla has a higher distance ceiling but needs more arm speed; the Animus is easier to control.

Which is cheaper, the Animus or Valhalla?

The Valhalla is cheaper, starting around $11.99 vs $19.99.

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Thought Space Athletics Animus vs Viking Discs Valhalla: Flight N