Accuracy problem with driver

[tazrestling27]

For some reason, I have having trouble with my accuracy driver. I know this has to do with just only going to the range for 5 days. However, could it be the shaft of my driver? I have been tested on a lot of machines. My ball speed is 165-171mph depending how well I really hit the ball. I have just a stiff shaft on my driver, however I was told at the store that I need an extra stiff shaft do to my swing speed. Could this really make a drastic difference? If so what are good x-stiff shafts?

thanks

[JohnQVegas]

Originally Posted by tazrestling27

For some reason, I have having trouble with my accuracy driver. I know this has to do with just only going to the range for 5 days. However, could it be the shaft of my driver? I have been tested on a lot of machines. My ball speed is 165-171mph depending how well I really hit the ball. I have just a stiff shaft on my driver, however I was told at the store that I need an extra stiff shaft do to my swing speed. Could this really make a drastic difference? If so what are good x-stiff shafts?

thanks

What's your miss? Are you always missing to one spot or are your misses erratic?

[Harmonious]

An x shaft won't make a drastic difference, but it should tighten your dispersion a bit. I agree that, at 165 ball speed (approx. 110 swing speed at 1.5 smash factor), an x is a good choice.

Hit some different shafts, preferably with the same or similar head, on a launch monitor, and see which one(s) give you the best numbers for spin, launch angle, carry distance, etc. There are lots of great shafts out there.

[Tomboys]

IME, just as not all size 10 labeled shoes fit the same, not all x-stiff labeled graphite shafts perform the same.  Each shaft has certain characteristics such as kick-point, weight, and torque to consider.  Because of these variables, it's difficult to say whether or not just changing to an x-stiff will greatly improve your accuracy. Also, it's not just about improving accuracy, it's about finding a shaft that gives you the best balance between accuracy and overall distance (carry + roll).  Hence, finding a "good" shaft for your driver is something that only you and a good club fitter can determine.  To make things even more complicated, a driver SS of 110 mph--from what I've been told, is borderline stiff / x-stiff.  So, which side of the "scale" you fall on is dependent on your swing and how aggressively you load the shaft.

[tazrestling27]

I am typically missing left. I have a fade on the ball.

[EverythingGolf]

A shaft that is too stiff could produce a low fade/slice and a shaft that is not stiff enough could produce a pull hook. It sounds like you have an OTT swing you need to try and swing more in to out. I feel you should look at your swing path first.

[inthehole]

Originally Posted by EverythingGolf

a shaft that is not stiff enough could produce a pull hook.

Is this really true ??    I have developed a really bad hook & based on my moderate swing speed (barely 90 mph), have been told to use regular shaft flex clubs.    I know there's something mechanical going on in my swing that is causing the excessive draw, but would going to stiff shafts compensate somewhat & decrease the hooking ?

Curious if as a rule of thumb, guys that hook the ball should use stiffer shafts ?

Thanks (I know, I know ...  lessons are clearly needed to correct the swing issue that is causing the hook - I'll be looking into that this spring, but would like to know if a stiff shaft might help me)

[Gresh24]

Originally Posted by inthehole

Is this really true ??    I have developed a really bad hook & based on my moderate swing speed (barely 90 mph), have been told to use regular shaft flex clubs.    I know there's something mechanical going on in my swing that is causing the excessive draw, but would going to stiff shafts compensate somewhat & decrease the hooking ?

Curious if as a rule of thumb, guys that hook the ball should use stiffer shafts ?

Thanks (I know, I know ...  lessons are clearly needed to correct the swing issue that is causing the hook - I'll be looking into that this spring, but would like to know if a stiff shaft might help me)

Was wondering the same thing.  So, everyone that fades/slices should use softer flex?

[sean_miller]

Originally Posted by Gresh24

Quote:

Originally Posted by inthehole

Is this really true ??    I have developed a really bad hook & based on my moderate swing speed (barely 90 mph), have been told to use regular shaft flex clubs.    I know there's something mechanical going on in my swing that is causing the excessive draw, but would going to stiff shafts compensate somewhat & decrease the hooking ?

Curious if as a rule of thumb, guys that hook the ball should use stiffer shafts ?

Thanks (I know, I know ...  lessons are clearly needed to correct the swing issue that is causing the hook - I'll be looking into that this spring, but would like to know if a stiff shaft might help me)

Was wondering the same thing.  So, everyone that fades/slices should use softer flex?

I found that erratic ball flight needs a stiffer shaft (i.e. when I have to consciously slow down my swing to keep the ball from missing in either direction rather than just picking a line and giving it a rip)..

[EverythingGolf]

Originally Posted by Gresh24

Was wondering the same thing.  So, everyone that fades/slices should use softer flex?

Not in all cases, you need to look at your swing speed and even the ball speed to see what the shaft flex should be. Also the swing path of your swing, an out to in swing will cause a fade or even a slice.