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Hey guys, new to golf and have already become addicted. I have my bag mostly together, but haven't gotten a driver yet, I've been using my friends TaylorMade Burner and like it alot, but it's his backup and he doesn't really want to sell it. So I've been shopping around online. My question is what is the big difference between lets say a TaylorMade Burner or a nice Nike Driver, as opposed to one of those smaller brand drivers with what appear to be the same specs (loft, metal used, ect)? I just can't bring myself to spend 200$ on a driver but if it really is that big of a difference I guess I'll splurge.

Thanks!

From the 860 to the 310 and back

UConn  

Whats in the bag:

Driver:  Burner

Irons:  R7 4-SW

Extra Wedge:  56*

Putter:  Tuttle

Ball(s): Pro-V1 and whenever there's a ncie ball in my range basket

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Buy used and you won't have to spend anywhere near $200.

Here's one for $15.

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/TaylorMade-Tour-Burner-2008-Driver-9-5-Stiff-Right-H-Graphite-Golf-Club-5287-/380665440819?pt=Golf_Clubs&hash;=item58a16daa33&_uhb=1

First one I found but if you surf around you'll find more. Also look at driving ranges and golf club pro shops, they usually have used gear they are looking to clear out.

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Originally Posted by Ernest Jones

Buy used and you won't have to spend anywhere near $200.

Here's one for $15.

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/TaylorMade-Tour-Burner-2008-Driver-9-5-Stiff-Right-H-Graphite-Golf-Club-5287-/380665440819?pt=Golf_Clubs&hash;=item58a16daa33&_uhb=1

First one I found but if you surf around you'll find more. Also look at driving ranges and golf club pro shops, they usually have used gear they are looking to clear out.

Thanks for the link, but realistically that club will probably end at around $100 plus the $25 shipping. I'm going to shop around more for some used clubs, but if it comes down to it what will I be losing by buying a non big name brand driver? Is it a matter of lost yardage? Smaller Sweet spot?

Thanks

From the 860 to the 310 and back

UConn  

Whats in the bag:

Driver:  Burner

Irons:  R7 4-SW

Extra Wedge:  56*

Putter:  Tuttle

Ball(s): Pro-V1 and whenever there's a ncie ball in my range basket

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Take a look at GlobalGolf, 3balls.com, 2ndswing.  They all sell pre-owned clubs and stand behind them.  I checked 3balls and they have the TM Burner Superfast 2.0 for $60 - $80 depending on the condition you want the club in.

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Originally Posted by newtogolf

Take a look at GlobalGolf, 3balls.com, 2ndswing.  They all sell pre-owned clubs and stand behind them.  I checked 3balls and they have the TM Burner Superfast 2.0 for $60 - $80 depending on the condition you want the club in.

Thanks so much. The 3balls website is great, probably going to get a burner from a few years back for around $45, and may even grab a hybrid too since I'm saving a bunch!

From the 860 to the 310 and back

UConn  

Whats in the bag:

Driver:  Burner

Irons:  R7 4-SW

Extra Wedge:  56*

Putter:  Tuttle

Ball(s): Pro-V1 and whenever there's a ncie ball in my range basket

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Originally Posted by newtogolf

Take a look at GlobalGolf, 3balls.com, 2ndswing.  They all sell pre-owned clubs and stand behind them.  I checked 3balls and they have the TM Burner Superfast 2.0 for $60 - $80 depending on the condition you want the club in.

The TM superfast is a phenomenal driver for the money.  I got mine brand new for $130 and probably overpaid with the newer sales that have been going on.

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