From the beginning of the 20th century all the way through to the middle 1980s, the standard mens driver length stood at 43. This razr fittalamonti is a beast but i have not hit it as straight as i am accustom to but then again, i knew the shaft was too long to begin with. The reason behind this is the high price which was set by the use of the best materials engineers could find. The question i have is when your talking about this test that was done with 43. Spieths new driver has a graphite design tour adiz 6x shafts 45 inches, while the 3 wood has a graphite design tour adiz 7x shaft 43. Introduction in the last two metal wood lines, the d2 driver has been the more forgiving club that is going to be more suitable to the average golfer for their tee shots. Make offer titleist 917d2 12 driver original graphite senior flex read description titleist zb forged 3pw iron set 8 pc 5. Aug 26, 2012 i have a titleist 909d3 with a 44 inch motore f1 that was longer than any driver i have played and much straighter until i got this talamonti shaft. Get a great deal on your new or used titleist driver when you trade in your used clubs with one of the best online golf club tradein programs available, right here at 2ndswing. Aldila rogue silver limited edition 80x 42 inches, tipped 1. Owner of nike vapor pro driver xstiff, flexed to 8. Pro driver length relation to height part biometrics part. His driver is shorter than most about 43 inches instead of the tour. The latest golf drivers have new tech that makes them easier to use.
Jan 12, 2012 i have the titleist 910 driver and 3 wood and one day thought id try the 3 wood shaft in the driver. If you choked down so it plays like a 44 inch shaft, would it go further, the same, or shorter than if you had a shaft cut down to 44 inches and didnt choke down at all. Joe, currently choke down on my 45 inch driver about 1. Details on jordan spieths switch to the new titleist ts2 driver. Probably the most enjoyable clubs to buy, add the power and distance you crave on the course with new mens golf drivers. With the new trend of shortened driver shafts on tour right now, a question came to my mind. I think the major difference is that with the modern longshafted 460 cc drivers, even the average hacker can hit 200 yds, missing the sweetspot by a mile. The hardest distance to tame in golf in the six inches between your ears. Lets be very clear from the start, the new titleist t400 irons are built for one.
Then 45 playing length minus 43 and 18 equals 1 and 78 which. These top clubs will provide maximum distance and straight flight paths, as well as harness the newest developments to set the bar high. Driver shaft length are you shorting yourself using a 46. The very first ap2 iron was one of the most hyped titleist irons.
When it comes to equipment, garcia tends to go his. Is it ok to cut down a 46 inch driver shaft to 43 inches pros do not use 43 inch drivers. The titleist 915d4 driver provides exceptional distance with improved launch conditions for players requiring extreme spin reduction. I guess what im curious about is if there is a way to order a driver at that length from the company and get it at an appropriate swing weight. With the industryleading surefit hosel, you can count on maximum shotshape customization, allowing you to take dead aim from shots you never have before. Probably a 12 inch to make up that difference in shaft length i assume. Let your opening shot start your game on a high note with golf drivers from. Unfollow titleist driver to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Graphite design tour ad mj6 g stiff 43 driver shaft titleist 834382. Im sold on the new titleist driver tech, i think they have upped their game with the latest models.
Japan golf fair 2016 titleist vg3 tourspecgolf golf blog. For the testing, everybody hit the titleist 910 driver in the head d2 or d3 with the loft. Titleist driver righthanded golf clubs for sale ebay. Titleist vg3 series in hand images and hitting impressions titleist japan did not attend the 2016 japan golf fair this year which was a big surpise as they have just about every previous show i can remember in the last 15 years but they did have all of their clubs available to test with. For me, the 915 was a great driver and was up there with everything else on the market for performance. However, most companies will stick with a shaft length between 43 and 46 inches.
Most players, however, will be able to find other drivers that offer more. Brian ussery arrived at the kingdom with a titleist 915d2 9. And yes, i tip mine as if it were a 3 wood because that is exactly what you are doing. Jimmy walker had titleist make him the 42inch driver thats in his bag this week at the sbs tournament of champions.
Get the power and yardage you need from a brand you can trust with titleist irons from. Just wondering how i can dial this whole thing, will be seeing a fitter tomorrow afternoon. Yet ive read on some websites like or the makers of the perfect club, that a shorter 42 or 43 inch shaft is best. Nov 01, 2016 for the titleist fanboy who needs forgiveness, the 917d2 driver will be a big hit. I measured the distance on an android phone using the app golf club length. Find out if titleists ts golf clubs are the best fit for your game. Is it ok to cut down a 46 inch driver shaft to 43 inches. Dec 10, 2014 the titleist 915d2 driver is the most forgiving titleist driver to date, but it still maintains the classic characteristics that have created the brands loyal following. Select mens drivers from top golf brands like taylormade, titleist, ping, callaway, cleveland, adams golf, cobra, nike, top flite, tour edge and wilson. Maximize the performance of your new titleist 917 driver with the help of a titleist certified club fitting. The center of gravity is deeper to produce a slightly higher initial launch with moderate spin.
The drivers surefit cg allows the center of gravity of the club head to be adjusted from heel to toe with interchangeable weights. In addition, we have great quotes from our fitter panel for each winner. If you are using a 43 inch driver, just get a degree 3 wood and you are set. For the testing, everybody hit the titleist 910 driver in the head d2 or d3 with. The 917d2 driver provides distance with forgiveness in a full pear, 460cc profile. Since the adapters are interchangeable, i always test new callaway drivers by sticking a 3 wood shaft which plays 43, on a driver head and then using my own lead tape to weight it to d2. I digress, this is a great little app that allows you to take multiple distances from a single starting spot. Find out if titleist s ts golf clubs are the best fit for your game.
With a forward surefit weight directly behind the active recoil channel, the 450cc 915d4 delivers lower spin than 915d2 and 915d3. They provide increased speed for more distance, even on offcenter hits, along with the capability for precise customization so every player can get the most out of every drive. The 983k is slightly larger than previous titleist drivers at 365 cc and has a higher moment of inertia to increase forgiveness. The vapor pro driver profile at the address point looks nicer to me and i notice a bit more feedback from swings if theyre slight mishits. If you can give us approximately 30 minutes and 30 swings, we know youll be blown away by the performance gains. Titleist 915d3 drivers, released in 2014, feature a 440cc deep face pear profile that produces a lower flight and less spin versus 915d2.
I hit 18 tee shots holding the driver at full length 45. It is only manufactured in small quantities and is available in a few select locations. Starting in the 1980s, all the golf equipment companies began to increase the standard length of the driver to the point that today, all mens drivers are made to a length between 45. Titleist ts2, ts3 and ts4 golf drivers deliver speed, distance, and incredible performance. The titleist 917d2 driver features technology that maximizes distance, forgiveness, and precise customization for every player. The titleist 983k driver is for players that need increased forgiveness off the tee and help eliminating a high right miss. May 27, 2011 but like you said in the old days a driver had a 200 cc head and a 43 inch shaft, still many really good players also hit these around 275300 yds. Search below to find a club fitting location near you. I heard somewhere maybe in a titleist fitting video that scott stallings plays a 43. Titleist custom fit driver shaft w surefit adapter golf usa. Feb 24, 2015 the titleist 915 d4 driver available in 8. I personally fit more customers into 43 drivers than 46 or longer drivers. Titleist custom fit shafts come with the surefit titleist adapter installed for an easy installation.
On the 18th monday, i hit this club exactly 207 yards. Building a 3 wood with a driver head, and 3 woods are always tipped at least 12 inch more than a driver. New titleist 917 metals deliver the most complete performance in the game today. These drivers have uncompromised looks, sound and feel. The 43yearold was aware of the fact that his lowlaunching, highspinning drives were costing him distance, but he wasnt sure how to improve.
Certified strength and conditioning specialist, titleist performance. I was superexcited about the 917 woods launch as had been fitted into 915 a couple of years ago and have been using the driver and fairway wood pretty much ever since. I currently have a demo which is 45 inch and set on b1, working well but swing weight feels different when choking down. Jimmy walker on using a 42inch titleist driver at the. I know that a longer shaft provides more speed but hell, even tiger woods uses 43. Like all titleist clubs, exceptional feel is complemented by performance and classic styling in these drivers. Youll love getting reliable golf clubs at an affordable price. Whether youre seeking a driver that marries usability with momentum, or an enthusiast looking to dive into adjustable. With these weights, spin and launch conditions can be dialed in for the ultimate.