Driver buying guides
Beginner Mistakes When Choosing Drivers
Avoid too little loft, the wrong shaft ego, and copies of someone else’s setup.
Avoid buying ego
Beginners often get hurt by too little loft, too much shaft, or a club chosen because a better player liked it. Forgiveness and launch matter more than looking powerful on the spec sheet.
Common mistakes
- Picking the stiffest shaft without testing.
- Choosing a low-loft head to chase distance.
- Ignoring length and grip size.
- Testing indoors only if outdoor confidence matters to you.
When to wait
If lessons are changing your contact every month, buy adjustability or patience before buying a narrow fit.