Actually, a 460cc driver with 12 degrees and soft shaft (senior) would be better for you in the beginning. I wouldn't pay for an expensive driver until you're less of a beginner.

Because....

As you get more technically accurate and your swing speed increases, you will need a stiffer shaft and probably less loft (degrees) on the face.

Your inaccuracy will be the biggest determinant of distance, not the brand when it comes to drivers.

I would say, get a nice set of IRONS. That will make things easier on you and they do make a difference.

But for drivers, not worth it until you have built a repeatable swing.

 

I dont care what you are swing at the ball....if you dont have rudamentary muscle control and discipline then the best club in the world is not going to help you.

I say use what you got and get comfortable with your swing. Get good straight connection with the ball and then worry about the baller clubs.

Rembrandt could use a 1.00 brush or a 1000.00 brush and still paint a beautiful picture...know what I am saying

 

Remember the old Head Radical that Andre used back in the early 90's? It was yellow and felt like a noodle. That's what it feels like to use cheap clubs.

For a full set of decent TaylorMade's you can get out of the shop for under $1000, easily.

Pick yourself up an Odyssey White Hot 2 ball putter and you're good to go.

 

for drivers, you will get extra distance compared to knockoffs. calloways for example are more leniant when you have a misswing and have a bigger sweet spot due to the size of the drivers.

for the most part, accuracy will depend on the player and the swing. the titanium inserts and tech stuff just help you get more club head speed and distance. an expensive club will not cure ur slice.

irons are irons... some maybe lighter than others, but for the most part the technology has not changed greatly over the years. if anything has changed, it is more likley a change in teh shaft rather than the head.

on putters, its all matter of personal preferance. pings, scotty camerons, oddyseey. all good.

 

Taylor Made FTW

 

thanks guys, i think i got the point.

 

[QUOTE=PrimoGen,Jul 14 2008, 09:27 AM] I dont care what you are swing at the ball....if you dont have rudamentary muscle control and discipline then the best club in the world is not going to help you.

I say use what you got and get comfortable with your swing.