The fun in looking for a new driver is in the looking. The thrill of getting it and putting it in play. That first few times when you think you are getting the Holy Grail and then the let down when it turns out to be a short honeymoon. If you can't get to a Golf store near you do a search on the internet for the various heads you are interested in. You Tube is a good place to see actual people hitting it and commenting on the driver. But if you go to forums and look for revues you may get a better idea from real players, usually like most of us, and how they like or dislike the driver. Callaway, Cobra, TM are certainly good solid drivers on the market and each company has 2 or 3 that can work for your strengths and or weaknesses. Good luck and enjoy the process.
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More distance is likely available. Optimizing launch angle and spin for your swing speed might buy you a few extra yards. If you could get 7-10 it would be yuuuuge.
good luck and have fun.
I live in small city. No sims within a 100 miles. I have been building my own clubs for 15 years and have a pretty good idea of what I need. My only option has been trial and error. I have some older heads that might work if I can find a better shaft for them.
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letthebigdogshunt The fun in looking for a new driver is in the looking. The thrill of getting it and putting it in play. That first few times when you think you are getting the Holy Grail and then the let down when it turns out to be a short honeymoon. If you can't get to a Golf store near you do a search on the internet for the various heads you are interested in. You Tube is a good place to see actual people hitting it and commenting on the driver. But if you go to forums and look for revues you may get a better idea from real players, usually like most of us, and how they like or dislike the driver. Callaway, Cobra, TM are certainly good solid drivers on the market and each company has 2 or 3 that can work for your strengths and or weaknesses. Good luck and enjoy the process.
Been there, done that. I was a member of FGI for 14 years and browsed the clubmaking forum daily. It is really fun when you find the perfect poon stick. Somehow, over time the poon leaks out and the search begins again. I immediately picked up 30 yards a few years ago with the long and light concept with the DTG 175 and hit it well for several years. I still have three of these and might do some experimenting with new shafts in them.
Cobra has been awesome since the Amp Cell, pick a flavor and enjoy!
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Usually can't go wrong with Cobra. The Fly z or z+ can be had chap but to me they have a hollow feel to them...never solid.
I'd look for something with a sliding vs. Flipping back to front weight if that type of thing interests you.
I had the Ping G30 lst and it was ok but I was never a fan of the sound plus it always felt like I was hitting a rock with it. Distance was fine and so was forgiveness. I just sold it because the forgiveness wasn't a big issue and I found more distance with something just off the rack.
I was talking to Frank at Ace of clubs and he suggested the M2...2016...not the new one...last year's model. He said it's longer. And we know its forgiving. I ended up getting fitted for an M2 which I'll get next week.
In the meantime I traded my Ping even up for last year's M1 with the stock Fuji pro 60 just so I had 2 heads to take the same shaft adapters. I kill the M1...love the feel. I can mess with the weights a bit but it's hot. I know it's not as forgiving as the M2 but it's not my concern. The M2 should be every bit as long.
If forgiveness is not an issue, than either head is great plus u save money being last year's model.
Try an Epic, this club could put TM out of business. Super forgiving and long.
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This one has been listed for a while -- it's a oldie but goodie, and you could probably sell the shaft if it isn't for you.
And there's usually a pretty big selection Cally drivers in 11.5 & 13.5 to experiment with.
Here ya go Rick Dynacraft Avatar Evolution 12* driver used pull and sell shaft and you have the head you are looking for.
http://www.hirekogolf.com/golf-clubs/pre-owned/drivers/dynacraft-avatar-evolution-12d-driver.html
scotts33 Here ya go Rick Dynacraft Avatar Evolution 12* driver used pull and sell shaft and you have the head you are looking for.
Thanks Scott. That one has been in their inventory for quite some time. I think the head sold for $59 new. I don't think a used Booyah is worth much. I had already sent them an email about it this morning.
DTG is shipping driver heads out free this weekend Rick.
I always thought the Big Bang 450 was a good all around head. Square FA and various lofts and cheap.
http://www.diamondtour.com/golf-components/club-heads/drivers/big-bang-450cc-driver.html
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Any Cobra from the last few years along with the Ping G30 or G. Cobra and Ping have the easiest adjustable hosels. Cobra's can be adjusted from 9-12 degrees (the non + models). If you want at least 12 degrees the Ping G30 and G come in a 12 degree model. You can adjust up to 13 and down to 11 degrees with .6 degrees in between.
If you're looking for a higher trajectory I'd recommend the Ping's. The Ping's are the most forgiving driver on the market followed by Cobra. Can't go wrong with either. I have the G30 in 12 degrees and the Cobra Amp Cell, Bio Cell and F7. The Cobra Bio Cell, F6 and F7 use the same tip adapter, so you can inter change shafts in you want. Although the Bio Cell and F7 use a different size wrench.
Another vote for Cobra here. My FZ+ and ZL "Tour" are 2 of the best I've hit. Still have my 1st DCT too.