The titleist pro v1 golf ball was used and tee height was kept constant for each shot. For the test, i used the same shaft i have in my 917 d3 driver and also used the same settings for loft and ball flight bias. Premium shaft options the surefit hosel gives players 16 different loftlie combinations to ensure the proper fit for anyone. Jun 03, 2015 the titleist 915 driver features a whole manner of adjustable technology. Based on our test results, the addition of the new technology and the.
The shafts were switched and erik hit ten shots with each shaft in four locations. Going to get a titleist 915d2 driver from an online store but dont know which shaft to use. Then, view all of the specs and compare up to four shafts sideby side. If you look back at the testing data, you ll notice tester 2s ball speed was actually. Titleist 915 d2 driver titleist drivers golfbidder. It is intended to work with the active recoil channel to increase ball speed on offcenter hits. I have zero reservations in saying that this is by far the best product line titleist has ever released driver through hybrid. I added about 10 15 yards in the air with a nice roll and with a nice high launch. The 915 was a great driver with its improved spin numbers and faster ball speeds, but it is obvious that titleist really hit a home run designing the new 917 model.
Titleist states the radial speed face is a highspeed forged face insert with a radially thinner perimeter in the heel and toe. One of the most important, yet most confusing choices, is which titleist 915 driver shafts you should use with your new driver. Features and benefits of the titleist 915 d2 driver. Just please be aware that only titleist sells the real titleist adapter with the shaft for titleist woods. Enjoy your new shaft, youll be amazed what the right fit will feel like and how it will perform. Jan 19, 2015 the titleist 915d3 driver is a nice blend of forgiveness, performance, and playability from a classic golf brand with a focus on modern performance. Ts, 917, 915, 9 and 910 driver shafts are interchangeable. The new titleist 915 driver shafts are as good as ever and will give every player the best. Each member had to be playing a titleist 915 driver, setting up a battle of. Would titleists newest drivers help our members hit longer. Hit more fairways with the maximum distance and forgiveness of the 915d2. What you need to know about the titleist 917 drivers the. Shop by club type such as driver shaft, hybrid shaft, fairway wood shaft.
Oct 01, 2014 having always been a ping wood golfer. In player testing, golfers that had previously played a 9d2 experienced an average of. These shafts will fit the 917, 915 and 9 driver range. I hit 15 balls with my ping driver and then 15 with the 915 driver. Also noticeable is the different sound from the 917 to the 915. Will not end up having the chance to get properly fitted for it a this point. Testing the 16 settings of the titleist surefit hosel. Sep 18, 2018 it resulted in the lowest cg ever in a titleist driver. Above all else, id recommend that you get fit for the proper shaft, then test the shaft on different branded driver heads to see where you find your best results. Yes, the sound is different and takes some getting used to but didnt take long and it. Then, view all of the specs and compare up to four shafts sidebyside. Titleist test results showed a reduction in spin and a modest average gain in carry distance.
Titleist 915 d2 and d3 drivers use an active recoil channel to deliver. Titleist ts2, ts3 and ts4 golf drivers deliver speed, distance, and incredible. The new club introduced by titleist features a black crown and traditional look with a long and deep head, especially ideal for the purists out there. I ended up putting my 9 shaft in the 915 head so that i could get a better feel for the change in the head. When we test headtohead, shaft to shaft, same length, we were at no disadvantage, but that myth short and spinny got. The 915d3 is slightly smaller at 440cc than the 915d2 and has a deeper face to manage trajectory and is full of distance and forgiveness technology. I was a fan of the 917 driver and had it in my bag for a while. One thing that we noticed straight away was the difference in sound.
There is also a choice of 3 new shafts with the titleist 917 driver and the idea is that you get the best shaft, loft and lie for you and then fine tune it with the surefit cg weight. Because every player loads and releases shafts differently, the above chart is a relative not. How to choose between the titleist ts1, ts2, ts3, and ts4. Golfwrx sent six members to the titleists oceanside test facility on october 19. As i mentioned the shaft i used for this entire test is also my gamer, the aldila tour blue 65 xflex tipped an extra 1 as you can see my distance numbers definitely improved from going from the 8. Those who want a bit more finetuning can opt for the ts3 driver. All 4 stock shafts tested the titleist ts drivers come with4 shafts as stock options but what do they offer and who could they benefit. A swing test at your local pro shop can help you choose between common models. Testing the titleist 917 d3 driver against the 915 d3 driver. Titleist 915 driver choose the correct torque shaft. Players who liked the look of titleist drivers in the past will be very pleased with the new titleist 915 d2 driver at address. Golfwrx sent six members to the titleists oceanside test facility on october 19 to get fit for the companys new 917 drivers. Meet the 915 the most compelling titleist driver release in. This driver is available in different shaft flexes if the listing shows the ability to choose a different shaft flex with a drop down box.
The best way to truly appreciate the high performance value of titleist golf clubs is to try them for yourself. With modern graphite shafts utilizing varying stiffness profiles, titleist has. Took a test drive with the 3 on my home course and compared known distance. Both drivers were set to a1 in the surefit hosel and in the 917 driver we had the surefit cg weight in the neutral position. So the ts2 is very much a grip it and rip it driver no nonsense, simple and seriously fast off the face. Oct 08, 2014 couple arc with a new radial speed face and the 915 d2 and d3 drivers present you with a much more forgiving titleist driver than before. The settings run from a1 to d4 with the above chart explaining what each setting does. Titleist surefit individual driver shafts custom fit service. Both shafts tested were stiff shafts but had different weights and torque values.
Aside from that the other features from the titleist 915 driver continue with an improved arc 2. Titleist 915 d2 drivers in stock for next working day delivery. The name is different because the product is different. Fitting message the driver can be one of the most challenging clubs in your bag to hit consistently but its important if you want to shoot low scores. May 19, 2014 from driver model to grips, there are many ways to make your new driver your own. Titleists new 915s vs the old 9 driver andrew rice golf.
This driver also has seven different shaft options. Its a midlaunch golf club that is going to be for that mid everyday golfer. Not sure what you mean, but, titliest sure fit, is designed only for titleist brand clubs, the driver sure fits, fits all models, but the 910 fairways and hyrbids do not fit the 9 915 917 if i am not mistaken, you need to check on that. So i was mostly interested in what the ts2 was showing. Ts, 917, 915 and 9 fairway shafts are interchangeable. Titleist mitsubishi av 55 stiff tensi blue driver shaft 4412 brand. The new line of titleist 915 metals proves that titlest golf clubs are not just. Players of all swing speeds and types are seeing great performance gains that are tough to achieve nowadays with the usga limits on clubheads. Loyalists who had to be mopped with a damp towel when the 917. Nov 21, 2014 titleists new 915s vs the old 9 driver november 21, 2014 andrew rice we recently received the 915 stock for our fitting cart here at berkeley hall and i thought it would be a good opportunity to test both the new 915 series drivers the d2 and d3 against the older 9 series d3 driver ive used for the past few years.
So youll be able to go the more inexpensive route of ordering a shaft to put into that head. Measured using stock shafts and grip at standard length. The radial speed face is a high speed face insert that. The two tried a few different shafts, eventually choosing fujikuras. Titleist hybrid surefit hosels adjust in 1 loft and lie increments. A nice added bonus in the 915 driver series in the inclusion of the much acclaimed aldila rogue shafts in the stock lineup. They have a wide variety of shafts from 50 to 80 grams available for you to fit to your liking. Have always loved titleist irons, but i could never hit their woods very well. If you look back at the testing data, youll notice tester 2s ball speed was actually. Compared to the traditional 917 d3 i think that they both look modern and the more rounded shape of the ts3 shouldnt offend any titleist loyalists out there. Justin thomas has won millions with 915 and 917 drivers. Titleist say that the ts3 is the traditional shape of the two models and that ts2 is a modern or more rounded shape. My test consisted of hitting seven pro v1x balls with markings per club in random order for a series of four test runs. The 460cc pear profile provides confidence and stability and a higher launch and more dynamic face closure versus d3.
From driver model to grips, there are many ways to make your new driver your own. Dec 23, 2014 titleist has refined the 915 face with a thicker center and radial thinning toward the heel and toe. Sep 18, 2016 both drivers were set to a1 in the surefit hosel and in the 917 driver we had the surefit cg weight in the neutral position. Find the perfect deal for titleist golf club shafts with free shipping on many items at ebay. Just for fun, i then included my gamer driver into the test, which is a 915 d2 7. Choosing shafts for titleist 915 drivers 3balls blog. This is not a new driver but the ts2 is the everyman golf club.
If the listing states, for example, stiff flex only, a stiff flex is only available for purchase at this time. I am not a great golfer 80s if i actually play often and 90s in the years i dont because my putting and chipping go to heck. The 915d3 driver shaft is on the bottom, with the 3w and hybrid shafts above from the same family. The titleist 915d3 driver provides a workable, lower spin option for players that want a lower, more controllable ball flight. Below is a brief list of the different manufactures titleist have teamed up with to provide their driver shafts. Based on our test results, the addition of the new technology and the availability of more high quality shaft options we believe the new 915 metals are going to have a great year. Titleists excitement about its new 917 drivers exists on multiple levels and started as engineers discovered upon completion of the new design that they had created a product that compared to its predecessor, the 915 driver, was more forgiving, generated less spin, produced faster ball speeds, and offered enhanced customization features. Nov 01, 2016 the 917 has a different look to the 915 almost going back to a similar look to the classic 975d driver. The titleist 915 has a sweet, highpitched sound while the titleist 917 has a noticeably more meaty and. Dec 10, 2014 with its 460cc club head, wide variety of stock shaft options, and updated technology, the titleist 915d2 driver will definitely be a top performer for the average golfer willing to invest at the top end of the market. Click on the custom fit icon to see and select your shaft.
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