· Perhaps more than anything else, added shaft length has increased driver distances. In the last 25 years, the average driver shaft length has gradually moved from 43 inches to . · So my last 3 drivers have been cut to 44". At some point, I think I fell under the spell that shorter = better and have just been getting my drivers cut to 44". The performance has been decent and obviously not enough to think that I needed to make any corrections. Now let me preface that I'm 6'. · Posted . Driver playing length has been " for a long time.:beach: PS: "NO" you don't lose distance, least I didn't. Yes, a " or longer driver will contribute to added distance. Unfortunately, most golfers are not consistent with longer shafts. Quote.
This is a trend that we here at Dallas Golf support and have been discussing with customers during fitting sessions. I firmly believe that shortening the length of your driver to inches, or perhaps even shorter, will help your game. The first question customers always ask is, “will this cost me distance?” The answer is typically no. I am 6' 1" and use a driver " (TM Burner - stock length "). I switched to a Winn Dri Tac Lite grip to restore the swingweight (and I use an oversize grip) You lose 6 swingweight points by cutting the shaft an inch. You would need 12 grams of head weight to restore that. A standard size rubber grip (such as Golf Pride or Lamkin) is 52g. I went from a M3 at to an Epic sub zero cut -1 inch to and I hit it better than any driver I’ve ever had. Hitting it in the sweet spot more often I’m longer and more accurate. Gone from a 8 to a 5 handicap.
May 2, Club manufacturers have hidden the secret to consistently making drivers that go further year by year. This edition of golf tips relates to. That being said, you may not even notice it so just cut the 1" off and try it out. stone_bone PM 1" is about 6 swingweight points which is. I'm wanting to shorten it to ". Is it as simple as just cutting 2" off the butt end of the shaft?? What kind of things do I need to worry.
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