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I can't hit my new driver! Shaft just doesn't fit!


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Hey guys,

 

So I just ordered a new 913 D3 with a Tour AD BB-7x in it aaaaaand I cant hit it to save my life. Although it feels like I load the shaft and by all accounts I should be able to, I have all the misses associated with too stiff a shaft (leaks right and snap hooks when I turn it over). I'm a hair better than scratch at the moment and have a swing speed of 117-121 depending on the day and place I've had it measured with a very aggressive down swing. The swingweight is a hair low and I've ordered a heavier head weight to bump it up to D5, but if this doesn't work I will be looking for a new shaft.

 

I live in Western Canada and although I can get any shaft I want ordered, I don't have the luxury of being able to test X flex shafts until I find the right one, particularly when getting into the top of the line shafts. I know picking a shaft this way is near impossible, but does anyone have any suggestions? Should I try a different weight or flex of the BB or maybe give the GT or DI a try? Or try a different brand all together?

 

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My swing speed is right around 117-119 as well with an aggressive transition and for me the BB was ALOT of shaft.

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My buddy plays an 8.5 910 head w/ a BB7X. We all chipped in bought it for his bday present 2 yrs ago. At first he couldn't hit his either but after a few range sessions he had it dialed in. He has a moderate load at top but quick hands coming down and throws the hammer fist at the ball everytime. I'd say to give it a few more range sessions. BB is designed for the harder swinger so if you tend to smooth it it may not fit you well. I've heard most of the Tour AD line significantly stiffens up in the 70 gram version vs. the 60. You may want to try out the 60 gr instead.

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I don't think the BB on X should be too much for you at that swing speed. Would give it a few more range sessions and maybe look at variables like SW before dumping it all together.

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[quote name='TourPreferred0430' timestamp='1398539062' post='9176233']
I don't think the BB on X should be too much for you at that swing speed. Would give it a few more range sessions and maybe look at variables like SW before dumping it all together.
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That's the plan for now, I've never encountered a club I haven't been able to adapt to so I'm extremely frustrated. Saying that, changing my swing to hit a club is definitely not the most ideal route so hopefully bumping the swing weight up a bit helps.

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[quote name='bvdb89' timestamp='1398539909' post='9176293']
[quote name='TourPreferred0430' timestamp='1398539062' post='9176233']
I don't think the BB on X should be too much for you at that swing speed. Would give it a few more range sessions and maybe look at variables like SW before dumping it all together.
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That's the plan for now, I've never encountered a club I haven't been able to adapt to so I'm extremely frustrated. Saying that, changing my swing to hit a club is definitely not the most ideal route so hopefully bumping the swing weight up a bit helps.
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What shafts have you played in the past?

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