This is possibly the best time in history to buy a driver, so if you are on the market for one, now is the time to do it. From the very top of the grip to the very bottom of the head, every single aspect of the product has been enhanced in order to maximise every advantage and make it possible for you to hit further and straighter than ever before.
If you are an experienced golfer, then this video is going to cover all that you already know; however, if you are new to golf and want some assistance in selecting the appropriate driver, then here is the ideal place to begin! A lot of people believe that the driver is the most important club in the golf bag, which is why it is necessary to get the driver that is best suited to your needs.
Naturally, if you are still in need of some guidance, our team of PGA Professionals is here to assist you; more information regarding this service can be found on our website dedicated to customer support.
What are you getting for your money?
We are aware of how intimidating it might be to purchase something that is historically significant and, as a result, typically pricey. When you receive something, only to find out that it is not the right one for you, it is among the most disheartening feelings you may ever experience.
What exactly are you getting in exchange for the money that you have worked so hard to earn? It is a great golf club. We also examined, in a different film, the specific ways in which modern drivers have evolved in comparison to those that existed ten years ago, as well as the ways in which they are demonstrably superior to their predecessors. Despite the fact that it is not a brand new driver, the technology and build quality continue to improve on an annual basis, which means that it will be superior to the driver you are replacing. All of these factors will, in the end, result in an increase in both the distance and the number of fairways.
Where should you start?
When purchasing your first driver, the price is the first thing you should pay attention to because it will define which drivers out of the thousands that we have in stock at our disposal you can take into consideration.
There will be an increase in the cost of brand new drivers produced by major manufacturers such as Callaway, TaylorMade, and Titleist. We will examine the factors that contribute to this phenomenon further down on this page.
On the other hand, here at Golfbidder, we are in the enviable position of continuing to offer drivers that were manufactured two, three, and even five years ago. Drivers, which were the most cutting-edge and cutting-edge in terms of technology back then, are now available for a little less than what they would have cost if they were brand new.
This is especially important for those who are just starting out, as it is possible that you will not be able to distinguish the small differences between a model that is three years old and one introduced this year. The price difference, on the other hand, is something that you will have noticed!
In point of fact, on the Tour this year, a few of the best players are still utilising and winning with drivers that are five years old. One of the winners of the British Masters in 2021 was Richard Bland, who used a TaylorMade M2 from 2017.
One of the best places to begin is with any of the TaylorMade ‘M-Series’ or Callaway’s EPIC, Rogue, or Mavrik’ family of golf clubs because they are in the sweet spot between newness and pricing (in 2021).
Bigger is better!
It is the head of the club that you will be looking at when you are looking at the used drivers on Golfbidder, and there are a few crucial aspects to take into account.
460 cubic centimetres is the maximum size of the driver’s head that has been allowed by the regulatory bodies of golf since 2004. There are drivers available with smaller heads, and Tour players and better golfers frequently choose for drivers with 440cc heads. However, if you are purchasing your first driver, you should go for one that has 460cc heads.
When the head is positioned behind the ball, it will have a larger appearance, a friendlier appearance, and will inspire confidence. Additionally, it will provide greater forgiveness and stability, and it will be easier to hit overall.
Materials
Certain drivers will immediately stand out and attract attention, particularly those that have carbon applied to the crown of the vehicle. Others will have a metallic appearance that is more typical, such as black or grey. The two of them will both perform an excellent job as first drivers, but there are a few things that need be taken into consideration.
Drivers made of titanium in the head and face are preferable than those made of stainless steel, according to a typical rule of thumb in the metal-headed drivers, even if they may all appear to be relatively identical to one another. Titanium, which is lighter, stronger, and more elastic than steel, is a good material for the head and face of a driver because of these characteristics.
The striking drivers, which were discussed earlier, go one step further and utilise carbon in place of some of the titanium present in their vehicles. The crown material in premium drivers has shifted from titanium to carbon as a result of significant advancements in carbon technology and manufacturing over the past five years. These advancements have led to carbon replacing titanium as the material of choice. As a result, the manufacturers are able to improve the driver’s distance and forgiving capabilities to a degree that has never been seen before by providing them with additional mass to move to the areas where it is required. The most advanced drivers currently available on the market are referred to as multi-material drivers because they are constructed with a combination of carbon crowns, titanium faces, and other metals.
Adjustability
In the past, drivers appeared to be quite similar to one another; however, in the present day, they appear to be very distinct from one another, particularly when you turn them over and examine the sole.
One type of adjustability is located in the head, while the other adaptability is located in the shaft or hosel.
The features of the clubhead and the way it strikes the ball are altered by movable weight, which therefore has an effect on a variety of metrics including launch, spin, forgiveness, shot shape, and more.
The hosel serves as the location for the other type of adjustment. Changing the loft and lie angle of your driver is a straightforward process that can be accomplished in a matter of seconds using a wrench. The deeper down the page you go, the more you will learn about how these operate.
Nevertheless, do you require a driver that can be adjusted? This is also covered in a video that we have, so make sure you check it out.
Shaft
With regard to golf clubs, shafts are the proverbial minefield that you must navigate. Our good buddy Rick Shiels and this fantastic video are the best places to begin if you are interested in learning more about shafts. You will have a difficult time finding a better place to begin than with them. Instead, we will attempt to simplify things as much as possible.
Shafts are available in three primary flexes: regular flex, which is suitable for the majority of golfers; stiff flex, which is ideal for players who swing a bit faster or are stronger; and light/senior flex, which is ideal for golfers who swing more slowly. This perspective is rather straightforward, and while we acknowledge that there is a great deal more going on with shafts, this website is not the appropriate venue for discussing such topics.
There is one more thing to mention about shafts that is simple to express, and that is the length, which is mostly determined by individual desire. A touch off the length for tee shots that are shorter but more straight to the target. You should be prepared to give up a few fairways in order to achieve optimum clubhead speed and distance, whether you play the full length or even over it.