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bogeyhitter25 Great Member

bogeyhitter25

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I'm on an extremely low budget right now, but I'm in desperate need of a new driver. I've narrowed it down pretty much, but I need some opinions. Thanks.

Edit: Sorry I was trying to add a poll but couldn't.

Here are the options:

-Mizuno MP-001 400cc ($50)
-Cobra SS 380cc ($50)
-Callaway Greatest Big Bertha ($40)
-TaylorMade R540 350cc ($40)
-Srixon W-403 420cc ($40)
-Titleist 983K 365cc ($55)

glebert Dedicated Member

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It's not on your list, but I play the Tommy Armour Ayrtime, and it can be had for $50 from Sports Authority, made the Hot List in '06 (I think), has MWT, and is very forgiving, I've hit it side-by-side with TM Burner and a Hibore and the Ayrtime was as good or better (at least for me). Very good looking club, too. I have two, was planning on using one to play around with the shaft, but like the stock shaft so much I haven't had any desire to tinker.

ps. head is 430cc

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spyderwerks Member

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I went to Global Golf. I think I might get a TaylorMade r5 though. Only $65, must've overlooked it.

I'm kinda partial to TaylorMade myself, so that would be my recomendation.

The R5 was a great club line.

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Spyder


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CosmosMpower Well Established Member

CosmosMpower

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I picked up a lightly used R5 Dual N for $50 at my local golf galaxy. I returned it when I got my Nickent but there are deals to be had.

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Gerry18 Member

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Dude, I would totally recommend the Callaway Big Bertha. Nice Long, straight and easy driver.

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In my XXV Anniversary 10.5 Callaway Staff Bag
Driver FT-i 10°
Woods Big Bertha 3, 5, 7

Hybrid 4 X-Hybrid

Irons X-20 5-SW

Wedge 60° X-Tour

Putter Odyssey White steel Tri-Ball SRT


amzzk Member

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The TM R5 is good. apart from making sure you get the right shaft flex. check what tip you get.
I had a stiff tip TM and i couldn't hit it for love nor money.

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Driver: Tour Edge Exotics 9* (Fuji High Launch Stiff)
3 Wood: MDGolf Blackhawk (Prolite Stiff)
20* Hybrid: Maxfli Redeemer (High Launch Reg)
Irons (3-PW): Ben Hogan BH-5 (Apex shafts Reg)Wedges: 58* Progen (True Temper Reg) 60* MDGolf Superstrong (True Temper Reg)Putter:...


twomey7 Established Member

twomey7

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I play the Big Bertha and love it. Just like any club you have to get used to it and work with it. I average about 260 off the tee but can sometimes get a hold of one out there for 300-310. Those feel great!

I love to hate this damn game.


slackhouse Well Established Member

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I just started a new thread on this club. But, I'll post it hear also, since it applies to this thread starter. I would either suggest one of the few clubs suggested. Or, you may even consider taking the driver out of your bag for awhile. It really helped me develop my other clubs nicely. Here's my driver recommendation:

I just got this driver in the 9 degree loft for $89.99 on Amazon.com. What a steal of a deal!!! Came standard with a UST ProForce V2 regular shaft, which alone cost $69.99 at global golf. I have hated the driver for the last 6 months. I've actually only used a driver on about 2 of the 30 rounds I've played in the last few months and have been using a 3 wood.

I go play 18 today with my brother without even taking the 3DX on the range.

Results:
1. As expected, I was erratic. That's me though, not the club.
2. On the back 9, I really started cracking the whip. Hit some great shots.
3. Very loud on impact when hitting the face.
4. Much lower, penetrating flight than I'm used to. I love it.
5. Has a satin, dark face. As long as I whipe the club between shots, I can see the dimples of the ball and immediately know exactly where i hit the ball on the face.

Overall:
I love this club. Sounds big, and flies big too. I'm really looking forward to geting this on the range and grooving a nice driver swing.

This is a great club for any range golfer. I'm a high 20s/low 30s handicapper and feel like the differences of the Tour version are great benefits for even me.

I've also seen it around the $100 mark all over the internet. If you are struggling with your driver, definitely try this one out.
What's in the bag... ( Revolver)

Driver: Big Bertha Diablo 8*
3 Wood: 4DX Fairway 15*
3I-PW: X20 Tours (Rifle Project X Flighted 6.0)Wedges: CG12 Black Pearl 50* 54* SM Vokey X-Forged 58* C GrindPutter: Classic #2 66* lieBalls: Various

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