Club Fitting: Finding the Perfect Driver for Increased Distance

TLDRJoin Paige, Greg, and Patrick at Club Champion as they go through a driver fitting session. Greg's inconsistent driver performance and high spin rates are addressed, resulting in the selection of a new driver that adds 40 yards to his distance. The process involves trying out different shafts and club heads to find the most efficient combination. The final driver chosen is a Titleist TSR3 with a graphite design xc6 shaft, optimized for Greg's swing profile.

Key insights

🏌️‍♂️Proper club fitting can significantly improve performance and add distance to your shots.

🔍Analyzing spin rates and launch angles is crucial in finding the right combination of shaft and club head.

📏Customizing club length and swing weight can enhance comfort and consistency.

🎯Focusing on dispersion and accuracy, in addition to distance, leads to better overall performance.

Getting fit for a driver can address specific swing characteristics and improve overall game.

Q&A

What is the benefit of getting fit for a driver?

Getting fit for a driver ensures that the club is optimized for your specific swing characteristics, resulting in improved performance and increased distance.

How does club fitting address high spin rates?

Club fitting analyzes spin rates and launch angles to find the right combination of shaft and club head, optimizing the driver for lower spin rates and better ball flight.

Can a proper club fitting help with accuracy?

Yes, club fitting focuses not only on distance but also on dispersion and accuracy, resulting in better overall performance and more consistent shots.

What factors are considered in club fitting?

Club fitting takes into account factors such as club length, swing weight, shaft flex, and loft, ensuring that the club is customized to suit your swing and maximize your potential.

Why is it important to try different shafts and club heads?

Trying different shafts and club heads allows you to determine the optimal combination that produces the best results for your swing, maximizing distance and accuracy.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Meet Paige, Greg, and Patrick at Club Champion for a driver fitting session.

01:54Greg warms up with a few drives, and his numbers are promising.

04:01Patrick suggests trying different shafts to address Greg's high spin rates.

06:08Greg tests a graphite design xc6 shaft and achieves better distance and ball speed.

09:22After trying various club heads, Greg settles on the Titleist TSR3 for its consistency and improved performance.

10:47Greg's average total distance increases by 40 yards with his new driver.

11:14Greg expresses excitement and satisfaction with the fitting experience and the new driver.