El Campeon Driver Spec Comparison Plus is a bit of an aside to my current process. Fortunately, getting out on El Campeon for a Driver Comparison plus strategery lesson gives you a slight break from the norm. The following video is my application of work I’ve done mixed with technical club analysis.
I have two choices -a 9.5 X shaft with 3.0 degrees of torque and an 8.5 X shaft with 4.1 degrees of torque. Each has benefits. However, the energy provided by the extra torque also serves to fight a slice, which I do not need. Moreover, the 8.5 is a sledgehammer. Carrying 32g of weighting, my #1 is due for a diet. At a minimum, I’ll have to move the heavy weights to the back of the club for trajectory reasons.
The 9.5, my #2, carries 22g of weighting. After swinging my #1, my #2 feels like a toothpick. However, its trajectory suits me. I have 12g in back and 10g in front. The 9.5 has a cord grip on it, which makes the head feel. Additionally, the shaft flexes a bit less due to grip rigidity. Therefore, I have perhaps a seasonal decision to make.
The lower trajectory may suit windier conditions, which occur in Florida’s Winters. During our Summer, fairways tend to be wet due to irrigating Bermuda, which is a very thirsty grass. Therefore, I might as well fly it as far as possible if roll is a non-starter.
If I were to play in Scotland, #1 would fit the bill. In Colorado or Scottsdale, the extra traj. is the call. However, NONE of this discussion matters if we cannot make precise contact with our ball. All my assumptions here are for perfect impact, which means path, contact, and speed. From there, I’ll defer to Baaz to dial me in.
By the way, Baaz has arrived in Florida. We are beginning our ‘healing of the golfing world’ together very soon at legendary Mission Inn Resort. Book your time soon. OSA Rates will help you choose your accommodations. I will be adding perks to your stay soon. Stay tuned.
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