What is a good driver swing speed?

The average clubhead speed for many male, amateur golfers is between 80-90 mph. Leading LPGA players come in around 90-100 mph. Tour pros tend to have average golf swing speeds in the 110-115 mph range or even higher, and long drive competitors are all the way up in the 140s.

How far should I hit my driver based on swing speed?

If you’re not hitting it 2.5 to 2.7 times your clubhead speed, you need a better-fitting driver, a lesson, or both. This means if your swing speed is 75 miles per hour, you have the potential to hit your drive at least 185 yards. If your swing speed is 100 mph, your distance potential could be as high as 270 yards.

Is 110 mph swing speed good?

A player who is able to swing a driver at an even 100 miles per hour can expect a distance of around 258 yards. Conversely, upping the swing speed to 110 MPH offers a distance of about 284 yards, which is very impressive for any amateur golfer. 113 MPH is actually the PGA Tour average.

What is Tiger Woods driver swing speed?

129 mph
How Tiger Woods hit 129 mph swing speed – Fastest on TOUR this season.

At what swing speed do I need a stiff shaft?

If you’re swinging the driver above 105 mph, it might be time to get some X stiff shafts in your set. Stiff – This range is still considered fast, but you most likely won’t be out on Tour anytime soon. If you’re between 97 and 104 mph with the driver, you need a stiff flex.

What shaft is right for my swing speed?

– Golf Shaft Flex Chart

What is Dustin Johnson swing speed?

119.56 mph
Average Golf Swing Speed Chart

Will I lose distance with a stiff shaft?

Recreational players average 80 to 95 mph, which calls for a softer flex. If you have a good swing but your average distance is short, there is a problem with your shaft flex. If the shaft flex is too stiff, your average distance will remain low.

What happens if shaft is too stiff?

Two Main Effects of a Too-Stiff Golf Shaft Stiff shafts tend to impact distance, resulting in shorter distance. A shaft that is too stiff will absorb the force of the swing, which affects the timing of the transference of energy from the club to the ball at impact. The ball tends to fly lower, which impacts distance.

Which is the best driver for slow swing?

BEST TOTAL DISTANCE FOR SLOW SWING SPEEDS – CALLAWAY EPIC SPEED At 1.84 yards longer than the closest competitor, the Callaway Epic Speed brought the speed. Topping the total distance ranks, the Callaway Epic Speed provides an undeniable opportunity to gain distance, especially for slower swinging golfers.

What can you estimate based on your swing speed?

We now can estimate, based on your swing speed, about how high you should launch your golf ball, how much spin it should have, how high it should go and at what angle it should hit the ground. Before we dive deeper into the numbers, however, let’s get this out of the way now: every golfer is different.

How does swing speed affect your driving distance?

Not only does more swing speed help you hit the ball farther, research shows there is a direct correlation between your driving distance (and club head speed) and handicap (and thus scoring). You can see this in 2017-2019 Arccos data published by MyGolfSpy in 2020 that shows the difference in driving distance by handicap group.

How does a swing analyzer affect your swing?

Some of the earliest golf swing analyzers used a bulky piece of hardware clamped onto the golf club shaft. These units sometimes will pop loose during ball contact, which is extremely frustrating. They also add weight to the club in an odd position, which may affect your swing.