Driver Advice

Slipshaney

Playing off ~16 and looking for advice on a Driver.

Play with a fade (some would say slice when its windy enough!) and not a long hitter...maybe 190-200 yards. Some of the distance is lost on the fade I know.

Just looking to change my driver..I currently use a Jack Nicklaus Dual Point 10.5 degree, reg shaft

Ive tested a few recently, the newest Taylormade, Nike and a Benross.

Just wondering would anyone have any advice on what I should look for?

Rikand

Something "offset" might benefit you if you slice/powerfade everything

Will convert that slice into a nice draw

Slipshaney

Thanks for that! I think the Nicklaus has some sort of offset but not 100 percent sure. Would I be better off going for an adjustable driver to see what suits best?

DuckSlice

How much have you got to spend?

Slipshaney

im flexible really...id like to get something good, that will improve my game

DuckSlice

You could try foregolf and get a custom fit driver that will suit your swing.

Slipshaney

thanks for that - what types of prices would you be talking for that?

spacecoyote

Offset driver won't fix a swing flaw though. I tried that route myself

You'd be better off with a lesson to be honest

Slipshaney

you are probably right. i dont hit a huge fade normally but if there is wind then its get extreme. i also want to increase the distance Im hitting - so any advice would be great

spacecoyote wrote: »

Offset driver won't fix a swing flaw though. I tried that route myself

You'd be better off with a lesson to be honest

mike12

Lesson first then go for a fitting not sure if you need to go to fore golf. Getting rid of some of the fade will gain more distance than any new driver.
No real harm getting the new driver before the lessons as the shaft will prob be the same.
Very little to be gained with any new driver what ever sits behind the ball and looks good to you.
I would get one that you can change the shaft as the head will do even if you change swing speed but an easy shaft change will save you cash in the future.
Taylormade are the best IMO.

Slipshaney

thanks for the update - will check out the lessons first

alxmorgan

Rickylovesuall wrote: »

Something "offset" might benefit you if you slice/powerfade everything

Will convert that slice into a nice draw

Offset will not fix slice as previously stated
Have a look at this

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=muRaZFR9PZM

Offset changes face angle to closed
Face is 85% of where ball starts
Path is 85% of what the shape is
Slice is a shape issue
Get a lesson

For Paws

Not familiar with the Nicklaus model, did you get it here (in Ireland) ?
Might be timely to upgrade to a more up to date, 'forgiving', type.
Try one of the retailers who can measure your swing and advise accordingly.
That said, money spent on lessons is never wasted, and as many boardsies have said, try the pre-loved / 2nd hand markets first.

GreeBo

alxmorgan wrote: »

Offset will not fix slice as previously stated
Have a look at this

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=muRaZFR9PZM

Offset changes face angle to closed
Face is 85% of where ball starts
Path is 85% of what the shape is
Slice is a shape issue
Get a lesson

I guess it addresses the problem if a slice (i.e. missing fairways right) by starting your ball to the left.

100% agree though, its a bandaid and also its not a free fix. You are losing loft.
A lesson will result in a much better (permanent) fix.

PARlance

GreeBo wrote: »

I guess it addresses the problem if a slice (i.e. missing fairways right) by starting your ball to the left.

100% agree though, its a bandaid and also its not a free fix. You are losing loft.
A lesson will result in a much better (permanent) fix.

Agreed with above.

But OP, if you're looking for a bandaid, maybe give the mizuno JPX 800 a try.
This is from some random review, can't find anything from Mizuno "It is built with extra heel weight to help you square the club face at impact, which is perfect for anybody that slices or fades the golf ball. It also has more weight towards that back of the club head to allow you to get a higher ball flight and more distance.

Mark Crossfield Demo

DuckSlice

The trouble is when a "slicer" gets a club that helps them close/square the face at impact they end up pulling it left as the real problem is their club path. I know I said previously about a custom fit, but after thinking about it it's a lesson you need.

First off you will need to get your club path correct and then What you need to do is square your club face relative to your path, this is the only true fix to a slice or fade. IMO

Slipshaney

Yes you are right...i find that I'm ok with the pw to 7 iron and hit the ball relatively well...but with the longer clubs the fade becomes more pronounced.

Benny Cake

Rickylovesuall wrote: »

Something "offset" might benefit you if you slice/powerfade everything

Will convert that slice into a nice draw

Terrible advise. Get a lesson to fix your slice....

stockdam

To fix a slice you need to learn how to draw the ball. Part of the solution is your setup but get a lesson and then practice a lot until you feel comfortable with your new swing.