{"id":388657,"date":"2026-01-03T09:03:24","date_gmt":"2026-01-03T09:03:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/388657\/"},"modified":"2026-01-03T09:03:24","modified_gmt":"2026-01-03T09:03:24","slug":"golf-tip-of-the-week-does-your-driver-loft-fit-your-swing-news-sports-jobs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/388657\/","title":{"rendered":"Golf tip of the week: Does your driver loft fit your swing? | News, Sports, Jobs"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\nSwing speed dictates proper loft. See a professional club fitter for the appropriate\u00a0fit.<\/p>\n

Have you ever wondered why you hit your 3-wood or even your 5-wood as far or farther than your driver?<\/p>\n

The answer is quite simple: you may not have enough driver loft to match your slower swing speed.<\/p>\n

For example, if you have an 80 mph clubhead speed, you need a driver with a loft of 13- 15 degrees.<\/p>\n

Slower swings require more loft. For a swing speed below 70 mph, the driver\u2019s loft should be 17 degrees. A swing speed above 110 mph requires a 9-degree driver.<\/p>\n

The proper launch angle will improve your distance. Most adjustable drivers on the market can<\/p>\n

be adjusted up to 12 degrees.<\/p>\n

Next time you buy a driver, please ensure you select the appropriate shaft flex and loft for your swing speed.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t forget to enjoy this great game called golf.<\/p>\n

Rick Musselman, golf author and professional, is the founder of Musselman\u2019s Golf in Williamsport.<\/p>\n

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