Looking for technology. Drivers that is..

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shankspecial

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I need a driver that takes out left side of the fairway. I've tried one of those "brand name" drivers but really put alot of hook spin on the ball. My older driver while generic plays straighter, slight fade, slide draw, straight.
You may ask whats the problem then? Since the club is generic I believe the face may not be that "hot" and while I hit averagly hit about 265-275 with the generic club, the brand name driver when hit straight or even a slight cut will outdrive my normal driver by 10-15 yards.
Stats for older generic club... 460cc, definately feels lighter, shorter length 45 inches I'm guessing, neutral face angle
Stats for "demo" club...460cc but face looks smaller, not as high as my normal club meaning I have to tee it a half inch lower, 46 inches, slightly heavier, neutral face at address.
I know it's not my swing, because I've witnessed one ball go left with one driver, and one go slightly right swinging back to back.
Basically I want to take advantage of technology but can't find the right driver. So if anyone out there knows of a "fade driver" please let me know. I don't even care if it's not the big 5 companies, so far there's a little more technology in the thing. Thanks for listening to my early morning ramblings.
 
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MrMichael

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You might want to check out the FT-5 tours. All of the FT-5 Tour have open faces. Then get the fade weight setup.

Or check out KZG...SMT...Bang...Wishon...componet companies

The "normal" FT-5s all have closed.
 
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vjcapron

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Check out any driver clubhead from Golfsmith, especially their Snake Eyes line. Most models at 9.5 degrees or less have square faces. The quality is as good as any "name brand". Check out the clubhead specs to make sure you get one with a square face.

I started assembling my own woods about 6 years ago because the only woods you could find in pro-shops were hook-faced.

Another benefit is that you can build a driver with the latest technology for $150.00 - not $400.00.
 
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rogerdodger

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Adams idea pro model has an open face, and is reduced in price. It has a ysq shaft on it that retails for the price of the whole club. I bought one and while I can draw it, no hooks yet.
 
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Jim Kobylinski

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the reason the newer driver goes longer is due to the extra inch in length. It will increase your swing speed slightly and translate into more ball speed and therefore more distance. I play an older cleveland comp and none of the newer drivers are longer; as long as the launch conditions are the same.
 
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dashfan87

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Jim Kobylinski said:
the reason the newer driver goes longer is due to the extra inch in length. It will increase your swing speed slightly and translate into more ball speed and therefore more distance. I play an older cleveland comp and none of the newer drivers are longer; as long as the launch conditions are the same.
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I have heard great things about the launcher comps... would it be a good idea to look into a used one if im not interested in spending alot of money right now, but want a different driver?
 
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spktho

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Picked up a Cleveland HiBore XL tour for 149 new. I changed shafts from the stock shaft, but has been a great clubhead for me so far.
 
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