Best drivers circa 2014-16? / Should I buy a 915 D2?

[DixieD]

One thing I've learned in hundreds of clubs I've played over last 6 or so years is

 

If you find one you hit well for whatever reason, hang on to it.....thoroughly test another without giving that " EXACT CLUB" up

 

It's a strange thing....but it's TRUE

 

I've given up many to find better and go back and get another model same as one I had and wasnt same.....

 

Cant even count how many drivers, woods, wedges, putters and irons I've had.....

 

Currently with M6 and its money....not even gonna change the grip and when I do I will copy exact weight and profile....its working that good...its not better than others it just fits me

 

Had all M series, RBZ series, R series, titleist series, blah blah

 

Last driver I absolutely hit better than anything was TM SF TP 2.0...since than it's been a struggle....titleist drivers are great.....have buddy's who smash em and cant hit TM drivers so it's just about you and what you hit well

Totally agree with this, I have had multiples of the same club and they play differently. My biggest regret was getting rid of a R flex SLDR S, I absolutely crushed it but convinced myself I needed a a firmer flex as I swing around 105-110. Awful decision, never hot anything as far since and have had another SLDR S that was not close to being as hot.

Can't go wrong with a D2 though OP, I'm playing the 917 and it is so predictable, no flashy distance but plenty long and for me very accurate, love it.

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[DixieD]

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[Macklessdaddy]

I thought when someone asks for a recommendation for a certain price range people would recommend something readily available not something you can get from a once in a lifetime ebay auction. Most of these clubs people are recommending can't be bought for no 75 bucks

[gridironesq]

In the market for a dirt cheap (under $75), used driver.

 

Why an older driver:

• I'm cheap / for a second bag that stays at my parents' house and rarely gets used
  
• driver tech has not changed dramatically in the past few years
  
• time allows consensus to emerge (e.g. "that was a great club" or "that club was hard to hit")
  

About me:

• I'm an ok player (6 hcp). 100ish SS / 275ish yards off tee.
  
• Prefer low spin drivers - my ball flight can get a little high.
  
• Don't work the ball. Prefer forgiving to workable.
  
• Not very sensitive to club changes - if it's a well regarded club I'll hit it well
  
• Not too worried about shafts - Aldila NV shafts work well for me and I have some extras lying around
  

Current thoughts:

• Get a Titleist 915 D2. Consensus seems to be that they were great clubs
  
• Pings seem great BUT G20 isn't adjustable (deal breaker), G25 has the old adapter (deal breaker), and G30 is a little beyond my budget
  
• SLDR consensus say it's too unforgiving. R15 outside my budget
  

Questions:

• Are there any great Callaways from that era?
  
• Other brands / clubs I should consider?
  
• Or should I just go with a 915?
  

915d2 is too high on spin. I’d say 2015 Great Big Bertha with back sliding weight is your goal. Low spin and forgiving and long.

[Golfingfanatic]

I am actually thinking of putting the sldr 430 back in the bag. Going to put my AD-DI 9X in it @43.5" playing length. Really interested to try the SLDR at a shorter length.

[Payton1020]

Cobra.... pick one.

[mootrail]

Low spin and forgiving, that's an oxymoron. There is however one club that meet your criteria, the grip it and rip it, 2015 AeroBurner. It has the highest and most forward combined CG in recent years (according to mGS) that produced very low spin numbers for some big name reviewers. Forgiving, long and super cheap on eBay, of course. After that you're going to have to compromise. The 2016 M1 430 is a pretty good choice, but you're going to get a junker at the price point or spend a whole lot more.

[K13]

Cobra.... pick one.

 

No kidding - this is true. Kind of a separate topic, but is the reason they don't have the same profile as TM, Callaway, etc really just as simple as marketing and paying tour players?

 

 

That's rhetorical. No need to answer.

[handyquacks17]

I game 915 d2 and love it and it is definitely a fairway finder. That being said, the aeroburner really is a great, forgotten driver. Tested one on the course and it really is a rocket launcher, if you can get over the crown graphics.