need a new driver

[johng]

last week my 8 year old electric trolley went crazy, sprang to life on it's own whilst on the course. It sped off into a pot bunker, fell backwards and onto my club shafts as they tipped out - cracking my driver shaft.

now do i go to a local retailer who has a range, monitors and loads of clubs to try or attend a few demo days and have a manufacturers fitting session. Benefits to both I'm sure just don't know which is best. I don't really have a yearning for any particular make just want to try and ensure I get the best results.

any views or experiences welcomed.

p.s. I now also have for sale a 2 month old battery for an electric trolley

Thanks
John.

 

[Andy]

Why not get a new shaft put in your driver?

Andy

 

[bobmac]

John, would you buy a suit without trying it on?
Would you buy a car without driving it first?
If I were you, I would take my clubs along to your local pro and get his advice. That way, you should end up with a driver that matches
a) your swing speed
b) the rest of your set
c) your wallet.
Please try and hit them first before you buy.
HTH

 

[PhilC]

Got to say given the variety of custom fitting options available and nearly all are free if you buy your weapon of choice, I would definitely go down that route. I had my irons done and it was an enjoyable session giving good feedback on your swing.

Bad luck on the trolley. Sure your mates didn’t think you where notching up to many points on the card?

Enjoy

 

[feary]

I would definitely go down the custom fitting route if i were you or if not make sure you try out lots of clubs. My personal opinion is to recommend taylormade, but its a personal decision.

age-14
h/c-10

 

[KeefG]

I would go with Andy's advice and go down the new shaft route, save yourself some pennies too!

If you got on well with the driver beforehand, why waste money on a full new club? Take the damamged club to a pro shop and test drive some different shafts.

 

[Paul2009]

If you like the driver head then get a new shaft - if you feel like a wee change of scene on the driver, then head to your pro and have a hit of a few drivers

 

[RGDave]

Go wherever offers you the best choice.

f.w.i.w. have a read of my thread on the REVIEWS about the Wilson Spine. I got one C/F for £99 a week ago and as yet, it hasn't let me down. In fact, I've played 3 rounds with it and have yet to hit a badly wonky one!

Astonishing!

Managed a 74 gross on Thursday using the new driver on every hole possible......not bad

 

[HomerJSimpson]

If you take it to the pro he'll order a replacement shaft and you can have the same club/shaft combo back if its working for you. If not and you fancy a change then try as many as you can in different shaft combos. If it helps have a look at the American Golf website as it lists all their demo days across the UK and you might find one in the next week or so near you.

 

[johng]

Hi Guys,
Thanks for the advice and opinions.

I visited Hensol golf academy (golfbuyitonline) and tried loads of different clubs. My biggest suprise was the difference the tee height made to the ball shape. Teeing the ball higher than i normally do resulted in straighter shots. Lower down - normal height - fade crept in. Same clubs, same swing massively different results.

After trying, TM R9, Nike DYMO STR8 (both shapes), Titleist 909 D2 + D3 amongst others, and an old version of my Burner, the Nike STR8 was clearly longer, straighter, more consistent and a much better ball flight. Ended up with 9.5 degree - regular. It was providing 20 yards more carry plus I could see it running on landing, my Burner provided very little run by comparison.

TM R9 was next best - just not as forgiving as the Nike.

I know it's the more expensive option but after seeing the results I couldn't not take the club with me, could I

Anyway, a knockout round, ;eague game and members and guests all this week should give me plenty of opportunity to find out if it's money well spent.

 

[RGDave]

After trying, TM R9, Nike DYMO STR8 (both shapes), Titleist 909 D2 + D3 amongst others, and an old version of my Burner, the Nike STR8 was clearly longer, straighter, more consistent and a much better ball flight. Ended up with 9.5 degree - regular. It was providing 20 yards more carry plus I could see it running on landing, my Burner provided very little run by comparison.

Is the sumo str8 a square-type driver?.....if so, I understand, good choice.

2 weeks ago, I'd never have gone for a square-type driver, but having seen how they perform, I'm sold.

 

[andiritchie]

Nice driver the new Nike's are very good clubs,i have the 5 wood and its a great performing club

 

[johng]

Is the sumo str8 a square-type driver?.....if so, I understand, good choice.

2 weeks ago, I'd never have gone for a square-type driver, but having seen how they perform, I'm sold.

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No. it's the more 'normal' shape. I tried the square but we found the round shape was the best for me.
It's my first ever Nike club and I have to say it seems a really well made piece of kit.

 

[Handycap]

I tried both the Dymo str8fit rounded and the R9.
The Dymo may have been slightly longer but only marginally. I preferred the forgiveness of the R9 as well as the more traditional shape at address. The main deal maker for me was the sound the two clubs produced; the Nike is just too loud for me.
All the same, what suits me may not suit you, and I reckon you've got a great club in the Nike Dymo.