Gateway Disc Sports Samurai
175 g maxBeadless
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Gateway Disc Sports Samurai

The Gateway Disc Sports Samurai is a understable distance driver (12.5/5/-2/1) - best for advanced players.

12.5
Speed
5
Glide
-2
Turn
1
Fade
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Stability
Understable
turn -2 + fade 1 = -1
Beginner score
41/100
Advanced · advanced players
Estimated distance
Rec285 ft
Int359 ft
Adv438 ft
Where it fits
gentle, forgiving flight
Infinite: Intermediate, Advanced

Flight path

Estimated from the flight numbers (overhead view). Switch throw and power to see how the line changes.

0100200300400500Distance (ft)Fade / Turn

Strengths

  • +High glide (5) - stays aloft and stretches every throw
  • +Understable (turn -2) - flips up easily for turnovers and rollers
  • +High speed (12.5) - serious distance ceiling for power arms
  • +Minimal fade (1) - finishes close to straight

Weaknesses

  • Needs real arm speed (12.5) to reach its rated flight
  • Best left until your form and power develop

Gateway Disc Sports Samurai data sheet

Flight numbers12.5 / 5 / -2 / 1
StabilityUnderstable (-1)
TypeDistance Driver
Recommended skillIntermediate, Advanced
Diameter21.1 cm
Height1.8 cm
Rim depth1.2 cm
Rim width2.3 cm
Max weight175 g
BeadBeadless
PDGA approvedYes

How we verify: flight numbers are cross-checked against the Gateway Disc Sports listing on Infinite Discs and match. Distances, stability category, and beginner score are computed by Pine Tree Disc Golf from the flight numbers.

Samurai FAQ

Is the Samurai overstable or understable?

The Gateway Disc Sports Samurai is rated understable (stability -1), with flight numbers 12.5/5/-2/1 - turn -2, fade 1.

Is the Samurai good for beginners?

Best for advanced players. With a speed of 12.5 and turn of -2, it is challenging to control for newer players (beginner score 41/100).

How far does the Samurai fly?

Roughly 285 ft at recreational arm speed, 359 ft at intermediate, and up to 438 ft for advanced players. Estimated from its speed (12.5) and glide (5).

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