There is no question i have been an advocate for driver shaft length to be shorter than the current standard driver shaft lengths as offered by the various golf equipment companies. Dec 01, 2019 when thinking about what length golf clubs to use, specifically the driver, it will depend on if you prioritise distance or accuracy in your long game. Driver length isnt as critical compared to irons since you arent suppose to take a divot with a driver. I found out after i bought a taylormade superfast 2. I hit all of these clubs about the same distance as a regulation set of irons, that vary in length. Most male golfers are wielding drivers that measure 45 to 48 inches, the maximum allowed under the united states golf associations rules of golf. Due to an eye condition, the longer clubs have become rather difficult to hit. Driver shaft length custom fitting for the correct length to help improve your strike pattern and. Virtually no women golfers should try to use a driver length longer. On many web sites i have seen they are all recommending 43 44 driver length yet all the driver companies sell 45,46 and some approaching 47 drivers. Driver shaft length too long for most players clubs. From the beginning of the 20th century all the way through to the middle 1980s, the standard mens driver length stood at 43. On the off chance that tom wishon, josh chervokas, and basically. Add weight to your driver golf club for more distance pga.
The thing about drivers is that straight shots will still go straight, but misses tend to be magnified enough just by the sheer length the ball travels that the shorter shaft doesnt help that much. Sometimes a golfers height and arm length will negate each other and a standard length is the best option. For longer shaft you need to stand further away from the ball and teed your ball a lot higher than normal. Thats because longer shafts increase a clubs swing weight, which is the amount of weight you feel at the end of the club. The long tom is one of the most unique clubs on the market and i was really excited to try it, simply because i cant remember ever hitting a 48 inch driver.
Assuming its about average for your height, 44 is fine. The length of your clubs is not determined by your height. In the market for a new shaft on my cobra long tom driver. As length is evaluated, keep in mind the tradeoffs in performance that can govern changes in driver length. The shaft length is actually one of the biggest factors to controlling distance and accuracy and very generally speaking, very broadly speaking, if you make the shaft longer so a standard driver shaft about 45, 45 and a half inches. If you are 5 feet 4 inches tall with a 35inch wristtofloor measurement, the club should be onequarter inch longer. However, in the 21st century a standard driver is considered to be 45 inches. The feel of the shaft didnt change at all aka stiffness or boardyness. Michael breed, host of the golf fix, teaches how to find the proper length of your driver shaft and gives a drill to maximize distance. The shaft length is based on the golfers height, arm length. For every 1 added, the shaft becomes one flex softer.
The shaft was a graffaloy blackbird 47 50 gram xstiff, all black with a great look to go with the head of the long tom. The grafalloy blackbird shaft combines with a short winn lite grip which not only makes the club long, but also very light indeed at only 269 grams. Mar 28, 2016 the quest for a more accurate driver everyone wants to find out how to have a more accurate driver including me. Each player hit seven drives with each of three driver shaft lengths. I play a set of single length irons, with every club being the same length as a standard 7iron. After a comprehensive overview of my stats last year i came to the conclusion that if i want to get to the next level as a golfer, i am going to have to hit more greens, and that all starts with how i position myself off the tee. That should be obvious from the numbered items above, some of which in the too flexible. Another good example of this is single length golf clubs. Jan 12, 2012 somewhat surprising considering the distance race the big oems are engaged in. What is the ideal driver shaft length according to height.
Hi tom, hope youre well, i originally had sterling then drifted back to traditional length but have now gone back to sterling, just before lockdown here in the uk, im hoping to get the eq1nx when they finally arrive in the uk, some advice if possible, during my time away from same length irons i was fitted on trackman for srixon z585 with modus 3 105 regular flex, 7 iron swing speed. I hit several and liked the titleist best, but for a few weeks the shaft 45. Michael breed, host of the golf fix, answers a viewers email question on driver shaft length. Ultralite 50 remax world long drive golf shaft technology gain 30 yards in distance 3. Virtually no women golfers should try to use a driver length longer than 43 inches, most women should use a driver length shorter than 43 inches. But when in doubt, always err on the side of more flexibility in the shaft. The standard length of a driver for men used to be 43. Oct 16, 2018 the best thing to do is make sure your shaft flex is wellmatched to your swing by meeting with a clubfitter or at least a teaching pro in a hitting bay when buying new clubs. Initially tgs gear team jon and dave c were sceptical about putting long tom in the test because the 48inch shaft is right on the legal limit and completely different to anything else on the market. Everyone, i am toying with changing my driver length.
A lousy golfer will be equally poor with whatever length driver shaft, so they might as well buy the longest shaft driver and delude over hope. Associating height with club length is one such assumption that quite often is wrong. But the results were much better than anticipated and it was the longest on test thanks to the extra clubhead speed generated by the long shaft. How to measure a long or short shaft outboard engine. Lets start with a little history behind the long tom name. For this test, we brought together five golfers with a range of swing speeds and handicaps. I tend to believe him because when i was fitted by avery reed, a former tour van employee of taylor made, he told me that he never fitted a tour player for a driver longer than 45inches long in his time on tour. Measure golf club length in 2 proven methods nifty golf. If i buy a new driver should i get it cut down by an inch or two.
Definitely could see the difference in getting the ball in the air and how long it goes. Jan 07, 2015 most average male golfers should consider a driver length of 43 inches to 43. Oh by the way, did i mention how easy it was to hit. The definitive guide to shaft length, what you really need to know to make sure your clubs are fitted to you. Length of shafts according to height in golf sportsrec. Analyzing the posture and wristtofloor measurement, 3235 can be a good length. Generally, the slower the swing speed, the more flex you want in your shaft. Hey tom, thanks for your years of helping us mortals figure out this great game.
If the golfers best driver length is shorter than 44 inches, the second longest wood should be 1 inch shorter than the driver. Dec, 2017 the definitive guide to shaft length, what you really need to know to make sure your clubs are fitted to you. The length increment between fairway woods should not be less than 1 inch. This video is about wrist to floor measurements for golf shaft length. Tom wishon, one of the top club designers in the world, said in his book the search for the perfect golf club, ninetyeight percent of mens drivers these days are built to a standard length of 45 or 45. With a high strength thin titanium 811 alloy face repositions up to 20 grams of weight to move cg extremely low and deep. For instance, a 3 diameter, 60 long driveshaft made out of mild steel has a critical speed of 4640 rpms. Driver shaft length are you shorting yourself using a 46. Nowadays, with seemingly never ending race to claim longer drives, driver manufacturers have even been selling standard shafts as long as 45 inches. This raises the immediate question, why is a relatively tall, obviously highly skilled player using a shorter than standard driver. An outboard might come equipped with a short shaft, a long shaft or an extra long shaft, the shaft being the driveshaft that connects the powerhead the engine to the lower unit, where the propeller shaft, the propeller and the forward and reverse gears all live.
The standard length of a mens driver is roughly 43. Current cobra l5v is standard length which i think is 45. Players can be customfit at a golf shop for the proper length of their club shafts. Check out breeds tip on how to determine whether your driver shaft length is too long or too short. By far the most significant determinant of distance with irons is the loft of the club. I totally disagree that driver length should be judged off height at all. I may be off be 12 but it is not that important to my question.
Taking a look at the driver shaft length used by the tour leaders in strokes gained. What is the ideal shaft length for a driver golf club. Has he considered an adjustable driver that can be adjusted to 2 degrees flat. How high do you hit the ball with the driver or is the 3 wood off the tee about the right height. Length of the shaft basically a matter of preference based on feel, shaft length can be roughly determined by height and arm length. An outboard might come equipped with a short shaft, a long shaft or an extralong shaft, the shaft being the driveshaft that connects the powerhead the engine to the lower unit, where the propeller shaft, the propeller and the forward and reverse gears all live. Driver shaft length is shorter better than standard length. I just cant lauched it good until i look at the face and saw. Cobra called upon a wwii artillery cannon as its inspiration for a persimmon driver many years ago and again with its newest driver to the market. Michael breed give tips for driver length and distance golf. Most of the standard shafts on the drivers on this site have lengths in the 45 46. I bought this club a couple weeks ago and today i decide not to use the driver once while i was playing, and im glad i did i fired a 79 im a 12 handicapper, im also playing the one length irons with the cast in the 5 and 6 and forged for the 7gw i also have the 56 and 60 degree wedges, im loving this setup ive got the the 23 hybrid on.
Its not about you height, its your wrist to floor measurement. The idea then is to find a driver shaft length thats long enough to retain proper distance while at the same time not being so long that it creates difficulty making a connection with the sweet spot. How to measure a long or short shaft outboard engine gone. Steel in a driver is a full 40 grams heavier than most graphite driver shafts, more in some instances. Explaining the effect of wrong shaft flex in golf clubs. If the golfers handicap is more than 15, make the secondlongest wood 1. Analyzing the posture and wristtofloor measurement, 3235 can be a good length for putters that most golfers will be comfortable with. That could wreck your golf game tom wishon ricks custom fit. If driver accuracy is not a problem for you, get a longer shaft. Most average male golfers should consider a driver length of 43 inches to 43. The standard length for a mens driver is in the 43inch to 45inch range. Accuflex vizion ultralite 50 remax world long drive golf.
Using trackman my idea was to test the same golfer, clubhead and golf ball, but change the shaft length. For example, if you are 6feet tall and your wristtofloor measurement is 35 inches, a standard length driver 44 inches for a steel shaft driver and 45 inches for a graphite shaft driver would be appropriate. February 10, 2012 2 comments golf shafts by shawn zawodni. Nov 07, 20 the trouble is that as club length goes up, accuracy tends to go down see the video above for an extreme example. The stock driver length of most manufacturers taylormade, callaway ping, cobra these days is 45. Apr 25, 2012 according to tom wishon pictured above, he states that since 2006 the average length of a driver on the pga tour is 44.
Try adding 1 a longer shaft means more width and more swing speed from your driver. Every golfer wants to hit the ball farther, and the quest for maximum length has led many 21st century golfers to opt for drivers with shafts that are 1 to 3 inches. However, you can always shorten your shaft from your fitter if you feel you are short on accuracy. A decade or two ago, if you swung a 45inch driver, it would probably feel like you were swinging a heavy weight at the end of a whippy shaft. Have played 5 rounds with it and still cant believe how easy it is to hit and the length. Should i increase the length and maybe inconsistent as your article indicates or should i stretch more. Table 2 displays how altering length while maintaining a constant swingweight can affect performance. According to tom wishon pictured above, he states that since 2006 the average length of a driver on the pga tour is 44. I took my current driver, which is the titleist d3 8. To determine your wristtofloor measurement, wear street shoes and. When in doubt, err on the side of shorter length for the driver. The cobra long tom driver goes to the limit of shaft length with a 48 inch or 4 foot long shaft that is only 50g.
Altering the length of a driver can have a significant effect on performance. The quest for a more accurate driver practical golf. Sep 14, 2016 players generated faster swing speeds with the standard length 4 to 6irons and single length short irons 8pw. They hit fairways, off the tee and straighter shots more consistently with a 44. To answer your question, there is no maximum length just a maximum rpm.
If were to make that driver shaft longer, 46, 46 and a half, you generally find it would go further. Driveshaft lengths are standard throughout the boating industry. This is not surprising, given the longer shafts in these clubs. I have gained a lot of length and height with this driver shaft combo, almost to the point where i feel i get. When thinking about what length golf clubs to use, specifically the driver, it will depend on if you prioritise distance or accuracy in your long game. Aug 20, 2015 using trackman my idea was to test the same golfer, clubhead and golf ball, but change the shaft length. They can send the ball over a distance of 275 yards using this golf club. Shaft flex is one of those things that you just need to see the golf pro about. Trajectory height same for all clubs probablegolf instruction. In reality, the average length of a driver used on tour is 44.
I have adapted to the extra length in the shaft and grown accustom to the extra inches that came with the shaft. I have gained a lot of length and height with this drivershaft combo, almost to the point where i feel i get. Players generated faster swing speeds with the standardlength 4 to 6irons and singlelength short irons 8pw. Subscribe to trugolf academy for more videos for free. There are some more exotic materials that will raise that. Many golfers believe they can add yards to their drive by making their driver golf club longer and lighter. For added information about cuttingedge golf components, go online to. Find the right driver shaft length for your game golficity. I noticed zero difference in how the club felt in my hands aka swing weight. This fact led noted golf club designer tom wishon to ask. The trouble is that as club length goes up, accuracy tends to go down see the video above for an extreme example.
Graphite clubs are slightly longer, with a standard driver at 45 inches, 5iron at. Anyone ever shorten their driver shaft for more control. The marketing is for those who delude with my penis driver is longer than your penis driver even though i slice 30 yards off target with a stiff shaft too. The length of a golf club is measured from the tip of the grip to where the clubhead meets the ground. The same club head on a 43inch shaft will feel lighter on a 45inch shaft. Thats all that matters really if you are shorter height wise than average. Besides just getting my new sterling one length irons ive picked up a new shaft va composites slay 65 stiff to put my driver length at 43. Get one thats correct for your height and arm length. Cobra is actually releasing a 48 driver called the long tom for 2012. Since the mid 2000s, the average driver length on the pga tour has. Four feet long max allowed by the usga with ultralight shaft and grip delivering maximum distance. As club equipment guru tom wishon explains, the length, loft, lie of your clubs. Golf driver shaft length, options video lesson by pga pro.