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Thought Space AthleticsExpanseDistance Driver11/5/-2/2
DiscraftSurge SSDistance Driver11/5/-2/2

Expanse vs Surge SS

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

Key differences

Height1.8 vs 1.6 cm (+0.2)PlasticsSurge SS 11 vs Expanse 0PriceSurge SS is cheaper ($7.00 less)

Flight Paths

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Thought Space AthleticsExpanseDistance Driver
DiscraftSurge SSDistance Driver
Flight Numbers
SpeedRim & velocity
Expanse
11
Surge SS
11
GlideStays aloft
Expanse
5
Surge SS
5
TurnHigh-speed bend
Expanse
-2
Surge SS
-2
FadeLow-speed hook
Expanse
2
Surge SS
2
Specifications
Spec
Thought Space Athletics
Expanse
Discraft
Surge SS
Flight rating
11/5/-2/2
11/5/-2/2
Stability
Understable (+0)
Understable (+0)
Beginner score
41/100
41/100
Est. carry
410 ft
410 ft
Type
Distance Driver
Distance Driver
Recommended skill≠
Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate
Diameter
21.1 cm
21.1 cm
Height≠
1.8 cm
1.6 cm
Rim depth
1.2 cm
1.2 cm
Rim width
2.1 cm
2.1 cm
Max weight≠
176 g
173 g
Bead
Beadless
Beadless
Plastics≠
0
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PDGA Approved≠
No
Yes
On Amazon
Not on Amazon
Not on Amazon
Price from≠
$24.99
$17.99
The Verdict

Expanse or Surge SS?

The Expanse and Surge SS fly almost identically (11/5/-2/2). Go with the Surge SS - it offers more plastic and weight options (11 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Expanse: UnderstableSurge SS: Understable
Where to buy
Expanse
$24.99
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Best price
Surge SS
$17.99
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FAQ

Is the Expanse or Surge SS more overstable?

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

Should a beginner pick the Expanse or Surge SS?

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

What is the difference between the Expanse and Surge SS?

The Expanse and Surge SS fly almost identically (11/5/-2/2). Go with the Surge SS - it offers more plastic and weight options (11 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Expanse or Surge SS?

The Surge SS is cheaper, starting around $17.99 vs $24.99.

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Thought Space Athletics Expanse
Thought Space Athletics
Expanse
11 / 5 / -2 / 2
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Discraft Surge SS
Discraft
Surge SS
11 / 5 / -2 / 2
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Thought Space Athletics Expanse vs Discraft Surge SS: Flight Numb