What loft should a driver gift have?

Many average golfers do well with 10.5 degrees or more, while faster swingers often use 9 degrees. An adjustable driver allows fine-tuning later.

Does a driver need to be custom fitted?

Fitting helps, but a standard driver with the right flex and an adjustable head suits many recreational golfers.

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High-performance golf driver

This club is ideal for golfers seeking maximum distance and accuracy off the tee on long holes.

A high-performance golf driver is the club used off the tee to send the ball down long holes. It suits a husband, dad or boss who plays often and enjoys working on distance and accuracy from the first shot of each hole.

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Why high-performance golf driver make a good gift

Golfers hit a driver on most par fours and fives, so it gets steady use.
A newer driver with a large clubhead can feel more forgiving on off-centre hits.
A welcome upgrade for a golfer who has used the same driver for years.

What to look for

Choose loft based on swing speed; slower swings usually benefit from higher loft settings.
Check that shaft flex and length suit the golfer's height and swing tempo.
Look for an adjustable hosel, a wrench and a headcover in what is included.

Kinds worth searching

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Adjustable loft driver
Draw-biased driver
Senior flex driver
Women's driver

Questions people ask

What loft should a driver gift have?: Many average golfers do well with 10.5 degrees or more, while faster swingers often use 9 degrees. An adjustable driver allows fine-tuning later.
Does a driver need to be custom fitted?: Fitting helps, but a standard driver with the right flex and an adjustable head suits many recreational golfers.

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