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New Nike Sumo(2) or Used Titleist 907D1

JP Page

By JP Page
in Clubs, Grips, Shafts, Fitting

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JP Page

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So I'm a new golfer with a high handicap and I need a new driver. My current is a Woods Bros driver that i think is at least 15 years old and has seen much better days.

I have a pretty good slice so I'm looking for something eaqsy to hit but I havn't heard a lot of good things about the draw weighted drivers. I also plan on correcting my slice so I would like to get a neatural driver.

Based on price, reviews, and advice from work and school friends I think I've narrowed it down to the Nike Sumo (squared or round) and the Titleist 907D1.

What are your oppinions/suggestions for me?

One more thing, would it be worth the wait to save up for a Nike Str8-Fit?

Thanks for the help!

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Dont waste your money on a nice high tech driver right now. There are a lot of drivers in the 150 range on TGW and Golfsmith and RockBottom. Look there and find something you like. Out of the two you put down I would get the round nike sumo. Not that is better than the D1 but I just think it looks better than the D1.

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If your handicap is really 40 I suggest taking lessions before buying equipment. What good is a driver if you can't hit it, y'know?

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Nike Sumo2 - square head is much more forgiving...as it has higher MOI.

Titleist is generally speaking for lower handicappers...Nike IMHO would be a better option.

I personally wouldn't spend the extra on the STR-8 fit...I bought the regular Dymo2 myself...

It's also seriously worth getting lessons!

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