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jshots Great Member

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I've got an idea. I like shiny new things, they give me some motivation.

I want to improve my Golf game, and I really really want a pretty shiny new driver. I don't have the money to buy one yet, but if I win the local open at my course, I can buy me a new driver!

Any suggestions so I can put a picture of this shiny new driver on my computer background so I see it every single day? I read reviews but they make me confident that pretty much all drivers are good but I want one that is better than the rest.

I've never been fit for a driver, how is it different from getting fit for my irons? My swing speed is almost 110 with my current driver.

Let me tell you something, I really really like the look of white top on the Taylormade R11.

:whistle:

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delav Great Member

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Both the R11 and Titleist 910 D2/D3 are great drivers to consider.  In addition, both will allow you to customize loft/lie/face angle as well as experiment with shafts.  The Superfast is also worth checking out, and last years TP can now be had on the cheap.  I really liked the 1.0 Superfast when I tried it several times.

Don't discount Cobra, Adams or Cleveland though... there are a ton of good drivers out there.

Get out there and win!

In the Bag: TaylorMade R11 TP - TaylorMade R7 TP TS - Cleveland Halo - TM TP 2009 3-PW - Vokey SM 52 - Vokey SM 60 - Rife Barbados CS - ProV1x 


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Clambake Great Member

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Originally Posted by jshots

I like shiny new things, they give me some motivation.



This may be the most honest explanation from anyone ever on the forum about why they need a new driver - it's a refreshing perspective!


Kieran123 Great Member

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Adams Speedline F11

Two very strong shaft choices standard– the high-launch Aldila VooDoo shaft or the mid-launch Matrix XCon

46 inch shaft ( not for everyone, but I prefer a longer shaft after trying shorter ones )

When I hit it recently, I was amazed, it feels like you opened a new black hole in the universe when you hit it.

I could not afford it, so went with the F10 instead which I am very happy with.

Best thing about it now? It only costs $250 US - much better than paying $400+ for other top brand drivers IMO

:tmade: SLDR X-Stiff 12.5°
:nike:VRS Covert 3 Wood Stiff
:nike:VRS Covert 3 Hybrid Stiff
:nike:VR Pro Combo CB 4 - PW Stiff 2° Flat
:cleveland:588RTX CB 50.10 GW
:cleveland:588RTX CB 54.10 SW
:nike:VR V-Rev 60.8 LW
:nike:Method 002 Putter


Shorty Super Member

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OP question rephrased:

"What sort of driver do you have?"

In the race of life, always back self-interest. At least you know it's trying.

 

 


Kieran123 Great Member

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Originally Posted by Shorty

OP question rephrased:

"What sort of driver do you have?"



Huh? Only one response that was suggested matched the posters driver?

:tmade: SLDR X-Stiff 12.5°
:nike:VRS Covert 3 Wood Stiff
:nike:VRS Covert 3 Hybrid Stiff
:nike:VR Pro Combo CB 4 - PW Stiff 2° Flat
:cleveland:588RTX CB 50.10 GW
:cleveland:588RTX CB 54.10 SW
:nike:VR V-Rev 60.8 LW
:nike:Method 002 Putter


jshots Great Member

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Originally Posted by Kieran123

Huh? Only one response that was suggested matched the posters driver?


I'm sort of confused by these last two posts.

Are you wondering what driver I use? I currently have a 9 degree ping G5 with a regular flex shaft. It was never fit for me and was just given to me.

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delav Great Member

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Shorty was commenting on how these threads tend to degenerate into a "you should buy the driver I'm playing" type of conversation.

In the Bag: TaylorMade R11 TP - TaylorMade R7 TP TS - Cleveland Halo - TM TP 2009 3-PW - Vokey SM 52 - Vokey SM 60 - Rife Barbados CS - ProV1x 


On the Computer:  Analyzr Pro 
 


OPIRIP Member

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okay, your driver swing 100 mph + over.  I heard NEW Aldila  BETA R.I.P. graphite shaft (skull with green eye) is tip soft identity same original Aldila Alpha (skull with red eye) is tip stiffness .  Try use X-flex with tip soft help great distance and longer.   your choose on color :  Black or White.

I plan this new my drive ADAMS 8.5 loft tour custom modified with the BETA R.I.P shaft.  however  the shaft is cost about $199.  A new head drive is $146  total  $345


newtogolf Incredible Member

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If you want something new and exciting I'd go with the Titleist, I really like their fairway woods.  Would have picked up the driver too, but there wasn't enough difference over my current driver to warrant the $400.

Originally Posted by delav

Both the R11 and Titleist 910 D2/D3 are great drivers to consider.  In addition, both will allow you to customize loft/lie/face angle as well as experiment with shafts.



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BrianJ Established Member

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haha I love the OP, it made me laugh with its refreshing honesty.  I've been playing the Razr Hawk (callaway obv) and I love love love it.  9.5* loft and neutral draw.  I was fitted for it at dicks after hitting a bunch of new ones.  When I was shopping, I hit the new R11, Razr Hawk, the new S2 from Cobra and Clevelands new drivers.  The R11 and the Razr were the best feeling to me, however they were all quality.  For me personally the Razr just felt "right" in my hands and I loved it.  Anyway, lots of new great drivers out there!  Good luck in your local open


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