What's a good driver for me? Loft / Flex?

Question

I just started golfing 3-4 years ago and i think the biggest problem with my game is my driving consistency, so i'm going to be buying a new driver.

My scores are usually right around 100 and range from 96-105.

My current driver is a Taylormade 580XD, with regular flex, 10.5 loft.

My swing speed is around 90-100 (if i remember correctly).

My max drive is about 265 yards, but not sure about my average.

I would say that about 20% of my drives now are off the fairway and in the treeline or lost in the woods which kills my scores.

My main concern is to find something that can keep me in the fairway more often even if I lose some distance.

Any recommendation on what type of loft and flex type that would be good for me?

Also, any recommendation on a particular club for someone like me?

Answer 1

Got to pro shop or clubmaker/fitter and get fitted for a club. It'll be the best thing you've ever done for your game. Even with all the information you've given us, there still are so many variables that only a fitting can tell.

Answer 2

go with a driver that feels the most comfotable to you prefer the flex because you can hit the ball farther rather than a loft driver will just pop the ball higher in the air and not very far this is for driving the ball usually loft clubs are used for short shots and normally hitting the ball over treesand other obstacles in your way.

Answer 3

I read in "Golf Digest" a while back that there had been a study with driving distances and loft. Essentially, it said beginners who weren't too long off the tee should stick to higher lofts (like 10.5 degrees) to maximize distance, and more advanced players and professionals should use lower lofts (like 8.5 degrees) to maximize distance. So, if I were you, I would either stick with 10.5 degrees or go slightly lower, although I can't say much without knowing your average drive. As for flex, again I can't say much because I don't know where you lose your drives nor what your average drive is. Remember the longer your drive, the stiffer the flex should be. Only go with a stiff flex if your average drive is longer than 250 yards though. If you are right handed, and your drives tend to go left, you will benefit from a stiffer shaft, while if your drives go right, you will be better off with a softer shaft. Also, if you know or have been told that you have a smooth swing, you may want to stick to a softer shaft, but if you have a jerky swing, you may want to try a stiffer shaft.

With all of this in mind, you should still go to a professional or at least a d**k's store where you can try out some different clubs. If the above information makes sense and you know the loft and flex you want in a club, the only thing left to do is to go to a d**k's that has a free indoor driving range and testing out some of the clubs that fit those specifications. Whichever one feels the best in your hands is the one for you.

Answer 4

I don't know what you are doing wrong, but have you been to a PRO. This is recommended before you change clubs. The things that helped me hitting it straighter:

1). Slow down the swing and I guarantee you will hit it straighter.

2).Make sure you follow trough with your swing.

3). And most inportant - stand still meaning no lateral movement.

My recommendation would be the Taylormade Burner regular and 10.5%, once you've done the above.

Good luck and don't stop trying!

Answer 5

Stiff shaft definately for that swing speed.

Answer 6

Well, you've chosen a pill but you don't have a diagnosis.  I'd see a pro and get an opinion from him before diving into something that may not correct the problem.  I'd be willing to bet that your problem is not your clubs.

Answer 7

Well, specific numbers aside, it sounds like you are in a good flex and loft. Try choking down an inch. If that works for you, it should allow you to be more focused on club head speed, and not so much about accuracy. I'd bet you won't lose much of anything after it's all said and done.