Is the 905R the best driver out there?

[Lsutiger]

Let me hear your thoughts on the 905R?

[davy9]

Do a search on it. There are many threads already started on this topic.

[steve81]

Do a search on it. There are many threads already started on this topic.

 

 

now, now, let's be nice.

 

To answer the post, I had a 905R for about 5 rounds. Really didn't see anything special about it excpet the fact that i drove a short par 4 of about 315 yards...for my first time with it. Other than that, i think it's just another titanium monster. Solid stick though, but i would suggest getting a 905T which is going for about $250 now.

[MR.PINCHY]

well,

 

Launch Monitor gave me the worst result ever...

 

but it really felt really good...(if that makes any sense...LMAO)

 

but until i try it out outside, i wouldn't say its a bad driver...

 

like Steve said, its just like any other titanium driver, just more forgiving and helps you launch it higher...

[CRutherford]

I've used it about 3 rounds, and so far it's been great to me. It's FORGIVING! haha. In all honesty I carry it a good bit further than my 983K, with a bit more spin. When struck properly it sounds great, and feels good. All around it's a monster.

[steve81]

This thread really has me thinking why i am switching back to the R7........my 905R is on ebay right now and i'm tempted to pull it and keep it!!!!

[pingshack22]

Solid driver but definitely not the best out there.

[markus1*]

I received mine 2 days ago. I used it playing 18 holes now. My former driver was r5 Tp Aldila Nvs. I have the r with v2 65. The 905r is about 5-10 yards longer and more accurate than the r5. Hitted 12 of 14 fairways. It is not a great innovation like the Hi-Bore but it is definetely very good.

[golfjam]

It's a long & solid club. I've been a Titleist fan for years but honestly with so many good clubs out there its only about preference. I think it all performs the same. Maybe a little shorter but straighter or longer but not higher etc...

[DCIGUY]

After hitting 905r's with different shafts, (ys-6, speeder, nvs, v2) the V2 was best fit for me. The V2 shaft was a little heavier, 76g, but hit 30 balls and missed fairway once and that was just a push. Was very easy to hit straight and was also able to work in a slight draw and a slight fade without much effort. was a lot more consistent with this club compared to my 983k. About 10 yards longer and a lot more accurate with the R. Will play my first round with it tomorrow.

[liam.oasis]

But what's the best drive you've ever hit? I love tm r5 tp...FANTASTIC!

[zengolfer]

I got fitted for mine with my Titleist rep. I live in MN, so i havent had it out in MN yet, but have played 25 times with in in the last month (golf trips and conferences!!)

 

I can say this, after finally getting used to it, my buddy was giving me the "What the hell is up with that?" look after I was consitently outdriving him, and almost always in the fairway!!!

 

This is the straightest, longest and best feeling driver I have hit since I went from a first generation Taylor Made (150cc) to a Bubble Burner 15 years later.

 

Get fitted for the right shaft combo, and you will have a wonder on your hands!

 

I have the 9.5* V2 stiff. For me, since it is bigger than I am used to, I line up the tee ball a little higher than normal, and on the heel when I get ready to bomb it.

 

Have fun.

[chrisholt]

I got my 905r yesterday and after reading some of the posts on here wasnt expecting much from it compared to my 905t, how wrong people can be! This is the best driver i have ever had by far. I didnt get fitted for mine, i just took the chance it was the right spec for me. Tee shots launch slightly higher (than the t) and the ball flies on the perfect flight for me. Very forgiving club aswell, hit a couple of dodgy strikes but they still found the fairway with good distance better than my T would have been. I was even getting about 10 yards of run, which over here in the uk at the moment is pretty impressive (very very wet fairways). Its the same with all clubs though, not everyone is going to like them, whats right for me might not be right for you but this one is definately right for me.

Needless to say there will be a 905T for sale in the forum very shortly!

[papichulosteve]

Solid driver but definitely not the best out there.

i agree, was at a demo day and hit a bunch of drivers and this one was ok but it didn't wow me. nothing new and innovative like the hi-bore or sq which are both rocket launchers IMO

[finalist]

mine is a rocket launcher!!

[hungrymarine]

The 905R is as long as any driver out there. I like the classical look, sound, and feel of this driver. I have a Hi-Bore which is an excellent driver but it isn't the magic bullet that people are making it out to be. The ball flight and carry distance were about the same but the 905R felt better and I was able to work a slight draw with it which was difficult with the Hi-Bore. After switching back and forth for awhile, I settled with the Titleist. As another mentioned, its all about personal preference.

[tickyboy]

I think the initial hype of a titleist 460cc head has waned, and people are realizing that yes, it's a titleist but it's not necessarily better than anything else out there. It's a solid offering that will keep people happy until they release a whole new driver lineup next year.

[theothertwo]

For me, the 905R is a good driver but not the best. For me, the best driver out there now is the Bridgestone J33R 460.

[OBandPL]

I have owned one of everything made and the R is as good as any and better than most. It is very long and easy to work both ways. What else can I say?

[Oaks]

I hit the 905R today in both the 9.5 with the V2 and the 8.5 with the Titleist Speeder and I will say that the 8.5 Speeder is as good as any driver I have ever hit!

 

I cannot wait to get on the vector with this driver!

[poppyhillsguy]

"mine is a rocket launcher!!"

 

That's what I thought until I hit a HiBore!

[finalist]

"mine is a rocket launcher!!"

 

That's what I thought until I hit a HiBore!

..and when I hit the Hibore i thought uuuuugly!!

[Leftygolfin]

Nike SQ Tour is my favorite new driver out. Hit my longest drive ever today with...... it was a bomb!! I won't even say the distance because I don't want to hear the BS of "sure... I don't believe that"

 

I'm finally getting a good feel for the SQ Tour now and the Grafalloy Comp NT Prototype shaft works great for me. Nice trajectory and control. Thats my 2 cents

[bamapro]

The 905R rewards a good swing better than any other driver available.

[klpra]

damn everyone is giving good reviews. i play an R7 TP and i am wondering if i should go to the 905R?

 

Not all were good reviews? I'm sticking with my R5 TP. Nothng better IMO! Of course I didn't try the new Hi Bore yet!

[OBandPL]

I would have to say the best driver award goes to...... the Nike SQ Max!!! get one

It may be a good driver but I can't get by the way it looks.

[the1stunner]

IMO the 905R is a middle of the road driver. Nothing amazing, nothin bad. Just the most average closed looking driver out there.(compared to my open FT-3 everything looks shut )

[dciman1]

" Just the most average closed looking driver out there.(compared to my open FT-3 everything looks shut )"

 

Well if your's is open, don't say the 905R is shut because it looks like it to you........

[DCIGUY]

Played my first 18 with my 905r today! 1st hole average to poor swing and 290 down the middle. When I miss with my 983K I hit a pull hook, only missed one fairway left today. Easy swings produced a boring but penetrating shot that went on average today about 280. Very satisfied, this driver fits my game perfectly. I have recently hit the R5, R7 425, and Hi Bore and definately feel the 905R is the best fit for me, most forgiving and longest for me. Long Live Titleist!

[powaygolfer]

i agree that it might not feel like anything special but it really is a very solid driver. Good swings are rewarded and my miss hits aren't anywhere near as bad as with my R7. Its staying in the bag for awhile.