Any serious golfers here? Need help with picking a driver shaft...

SomeHairyOldGuy · 03-31-2004, 11:05 PM

I am currently looking to buy a new driver but I am not sure what type of shaft I should get. Im pretty new and my drive is usually from 210 to 240 or so. I currently swing a Taylor Made 300 8.5* with a S-90 stiff shaft.
My club head speed us around 90-95 MPH. What flex of a shaft do you think would help me most?
Thanks,
SHOG

***Reefland*** · 04-01-2004, 01:34 AM

I like to watch it on TV!

orion25 · 04-01-2004, 03:39 AM

There are way too many factors involved in this for a short answer on what to buy. Swing speed, current trajectory, desired directory, shaft flex, shaft length, kick point, shaft material, clubhead design/size, etc. And to make matters worse all of these things vary by Manufacturer, A Taylor Made regular flex may be a firm for Callaway.

Your best bet is to find a local Golf Pro that can analyze your swing and help you select what works for you. I can tell you what I use and have used but it will probably be little help. I am more of a find something that works and stick with it golfer. I am still playing a set of Ping Eye 2's that I got in 1991 and I love them.

***zhenya*** · 04-01-2004, 03:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Reefland

I like to watch it on TV!

I'm usually watching with Scott.

***Michelle*** · 04-01-2004, 07:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zhenya

I'm usually watching with Scott.

Me too! I don't have a choice!!

***Reefland*** · 04-01-2004, 08:41 PM

Now there is nothing at all wrong with watching the skill these professional golfers have developed during the many years of playing the game.

***Michelle*** · 04-01-2004, 08:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Reefland

Now there is nothing at all wrong with watching the skill these professional golfers have developed during the many years of playing the game.

It's a real good way to take a nap!

Puts me to sleep every time!

***Reefland*** · 04-01-2004, 08:45 PM

You just can't get into watching these skilled people.

tonyb · 04-09-2004, 10:22 AM

orion hit the nail on the head...

as a general rule. unless your swing speed is over 100 i would steer away from the stiff flex. For example, i have a swing speed of 104 and use the alida 350 stiff (ping I3 driver) however these clubs also came with a bimetric stiff, which even with my swing speed was like swinging a 2x4. if possible you need to try the different shafts. and better yet would be to do it at a pro shop.

SomeHairyOldGuy · 04-09-2004, 06:26 PM

[quote=tonyb]unless your swing speed is over 100 i would steer away from the stiff flex.QUOTE]

This is really the input I was looking for. I have also read that unless you have the swing speed like you where saying that your average golfer needs something with around 10* loft or greater to get the ball carry that these new clubs are made to do. As for the pro shop I just was not willing to pay the new club prices that you find there. Not to mention I am left handed so finding places with clubs for guys like me are tuff. Since I posted the original thread I bought a brand new Cobra 400SZ 10.5* regular for $215 on ebay! I feel like I made a very good decision and will be very happy. What do you think?
SHOG

tonyb · 04-09-2004, 06:48 PM

not a bad buy. just start hitting the driving range. it will take some time to adjust to the huge head on that club.

03-31-2004, 11:05 PM	#1
SomeHairyOldGuy Mayor Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: OU Posts: 732	Any serious golfers here? Need help with picking a driver shaft... I am currently looking to buy a new driver but I am not sure what type of shaft I should get. Im pretty new and my drive is usually from 210 to 240 or so. I currently swing a Taylor Made 300 8.5* with a S-90 stiff shaft. My club head speed us around 90-95 MPH. What flex of a shaft do you think would help me most? Thanks, SHOG __________________ BOOMER SOONER!!!!

04-01-2004, 01:34 AM	#2
*Reefland* Owner Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Bardstown, KY Posts: 13,031	I like to watch it on TV! __________________ Scott Z. 75 Gallon Reef Log Powered by Reefland's Personal Online Aquarium Log

04-01-2004, 03:39 AM	#3
orion25 Council Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Huntsville, AL, USA Posts: 383	There are way too many factors involved in this for a short answer on what to buy. Swing speed, current trajectory, desired directory, shaft flex, shaft length, kick point, shaft material, clubhead design/size, etc. And to make matters worse all of these things vary by Manufacturer, A Taylor Made regular flex may be a firm for Callaway. Your best bet is to find a local Golf Pro that can analyze your swing and help you select what works for you. I can tell you what I use and have used but it will probably be little help. I am more of a find something that works and stick with it golfer. I am still playing a set of Ping Eye 2's that I got in 1991 and I love them. __________________ Don't sweat the petty things and don't pet the sweaty things.

04-01-2004, 08:41 PM	#6
*Reefland* Owner Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Bardstown, KY Posts: 13,031	Now there is nothing at all wrong with watching the skill these professional golfers have developed during the many years of playing the game. __________________ Scott Z. 75 Gallon Reef Log Powered by Reefland's Personal Online Aquarium Log

04-01-2004, 08:45 PM	#8
*Reefland* Owner Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Bardstown, KY Posts: 13,031	You just can't get into watching these skilled people. __________________ Scott Z. 75 Gallon Reef Log Powered by Reefland's Personal Online Aquarium Log

04-09-2004, 10:22 AM	#9
tonyb Just Moved In Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Sacramento Posts: 36	orion hit the nail on the head... as a general rule. unless your swing speed is over 100 i would steer away from the stiff flex. For example, i have a swing speed of 104 and use the alida 350 stiff (ping I3 driver) however these clubs also came with a bimetric stiff, which even with my swing speed was like swinging a 2x4. if possible you need to try the different shafts. and better yet would be to do it at a pro shop.

04-09-2004, 06:26 PM	#10
SomeHairyOldGuy Mayor Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: OU Posts: 732	[quote=tonyb]unless your swing speed is over 100 i would steer away from the stiff flex.QUOTE] This is really the input I was looking for. I have also read that unless you have the swing speed like you where saying that your average golfer needs something with around 10* loft or greater to get the ball carry that these new clubs are made to do. As for the pro shop I just was not willing to pay the new club prices that you find there. Not to mention I am left handed so finding places with clubs for guys like me are tuff. Since I posted the original thread I bought a brand new Cobra 400SZ 10.5* regular for $215 on ebay! I feel like I made a very good decision and will be very happy. What do you think? SHOG __________________ BOOMER SOONER!!!!

04-09-2004, 06:48 PM	#11
tonyb Just Moved In Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Sacramento Posts: 36	not a bad buy. just start hitting the driving range. it will take some time to adjust to the huge head on that club.

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