Re: ShopTalk: Long Driver Specs

[tom . matteucci]

It has been my experience tha t most people can't hit extra long drivers because the longer the length the more the swing flaws are exposed.

 

If your customer insists try to use lower torque shafts as they will help them time their shot better with the longer swing arc. the shaft will also play a little softer than usaual. I estimate about 20% less. For example a true regular flex  would probably be a soft regular equivalent.

 

I hope this helps.

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TCM GOLF
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-------------- Original message from Don M <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: --------------


> Bernie or others,
>
> Can you educate me a little on how you fit a long
> driver? Using an example, Joe Average. Joe's swing
> speed is 90 MPH with:
>
> - 45" driver
> - 65g R flex shaft, 46" raw
> - medium bend-launch-tip
> - 4.0 degrees torque
> - 237 cpm ungripped (4.5 on PCS Equalizer slope)
> - Head weighted to D1
> - 50 gram grip
>
> Assume Joe has the swing mechanics to attempt a 48"
> driver. Probably most people don't, I'm sure. I wish
> I did. So anyway....
>
> At 48", the PCS 4.5 CPM is 211. That's about all I
> have as a starting point for Joe, and I don't have a
> clue if that's good in the rare air of long drivers.
> :)
> > Let's say Joe's clubmaker can buy a 192g head, if need
> be. I hear they sell 180's in Asia, but I know I can
> get 192. I have one coming and I thought I'd build
> one to see if anyone can hit it. :)
>
> What would your best guess be for the various raw
> component specs and finished club specs to shoot for?
> As absolutely light as possible on head, shaft, and
> grip? Soft tip, firm tip? CPM as soft as 211, or
> softer, or stiffer?
>
> Thanks!
>
> -Don M
>
>
>