Are new drivers better?

[Papas1982]

So, I recently managed to snap my driver tm burner 2.0 which apparently had a draw bias. Started using an old Dunlop whilst it was re shafted. After 20 balls on the range i had developed a nice natural draw. Played three rounds and hit 39/42 fairways but was a good 15% shorter in distance. Also broke 100 for first time and the 2nd and 3rd time. Got the TM back and everything is hooking left. Shouod I persevere and try and integrate my new club into my swing or should I look at a club without a bias?

 

[palindromicbob]

I hate saying it because it is such a stock response but I think you should look at getting fitted.

 

[lyden]

Are you sure you dont try and nail your TM whilst with the dunlop you were a bit more controlled?

 

[Papas1982]

I thought they may have been the case but took both to the range and a mate said he could not a difference in tempo.

 

[lyden]

Confidence is everything in this game, if you've lost it or never had it then its probably time to move it on. As Palin said theres no better way to get it back than knowing a clubs made to your specs.

 

[Bucktaylor64]

Use what works for you! There's a lot of people who carry names simply to look flash!

its well worth sacrificing a little distance for accuracy!

 

[Papas1982]

Agreed, but I loathe to give up too much. 250 is a lot better than 210.

 

[Hobbit]

If you're 3* off line at 250yds you could be off the fairway, but at 210yds still on the fairway.

Are new drivers better? Yes, both in terms of forgiveness and distance.

 

[Crow]

Stay with the Dunlop while it's performing for you, if it goes off then you can switch back to the TM.