Taylormade 580Xd

I am wondering if a Taylormade 580 XD is the right driver for me? I am new to golf but wish I would have picked it up 30 yrs ago (what a game!!) My golf partner just purchased one and he seems to have picked up about 30-40 yds on his drives. I am a high handicapper and don't know if I can justify the price if it won't help me. I currently use a Snake eyes driver but only get about 200 yds on my drives, but they are straight. thank you for your help. Bob

Hi Brushbob,

If you are looking at the Taylormade 580xd you should find that you will get a good deal with the arrival of the R7 Series.
I can't comment if you will get anymore distance, there are some many other factors to consider.

However you should get some consistancy with a larger clubhead and this is what we all strive for.

If you are not bothered with Taylormade then try the Cobra 440sz this is a very consistant club with a massive clubhead and very cheap for good quality.


Good Luck

Ian.

p.s get one fitted before you buy as shaft flex is very important for direction.

Hi Brushbob,

I agree with Ian - no one can tell you how many extra yards, if any you will add if you switch to a 580XD. The best suggestion is to demo the club to ensure it is something you wish to invest in.

An even better suggestion would be to take the same money and give it to a golf teacher with a PGA designation. You'll get 50 yards out of your driver in a few short lessons - I certainly did.

Then, if you're still not hitting far enough, get the 580

There is no doubt that there is no club that can correct a bad swing. A good swing will produce distance and control from almost any club. But, those who are not fortunate enough to have a great swing and do not have the time to practice and play on a regular basis will benefit from a club like the 580XD because of it's forgiving nature.

That in mind, a 3 or 4 lessons will probably cost the same amount as a 580 XD and will benefit every club in your bag.

Bob I started golfing about a year ago, and I am also a high handicapper. In the short time since I have been golfing I have been through 4 drivers – two older used Callaways (the shafts broke) and a Topflight – pretty good and a Titlist – the older one Tiger used before he went to Nike. I presently have a TaylorMade 540xd – and I really like it.



I compared the Titlest head to head with the Taylormade on golf simulator – which measured distance and I repeatedly got me distance – about 20 yards from the TaylorMade – it is forgiving and long – I preferred the 540 over the 580. If you go to ebay (Canada) Golf town sells a lot of demo driver in great shape cheap – you can pick up a used Taylormade XD for under $200.00 Canadian.



Of course there is no substitute for lessons.



If you want more distance I highly recommend the Speed Stick – my swing speed has increased substantially with it.



Finally, you should consider the golf balls you are using. The golf balls should be made for you swing speed – if you get golf balls that are not in synch with your swing speed you may have unnecessary problems.





Best of luck.





James

Golf Technology is only as good as the technique applied. I gave a buddy I play with my old 360TI and I bought the newer 580, and he still hit the 360Ti further than I did with my new 580! But, if you are hitting them straight with the Snake Eyes it may be worth the risk!