Please have a look at the TrackMan locator at this link; https://mytrackman.com/public/locator, Kind regards Niklas Bergdahl Support Manager. What Irons Do the Pros Use? Don't doubt the ability of some people to produce similar numbers to the pros. [/quote] Top 100 PGA Tour Player Guide, What Wedges Do the Pros Use? Spin Rate 2,645.8 I prefer 120-160 yards, so I try my best to play to that yardage on par 4's. It makes the head look a little rounder, but Vokey has done a great job of disguising this weight distribution at address. I take most info in many sections of this board with a grain of salt. In other words the distance from where they hit the ball to the point of impact on the ground. I don't measure my driver distance either. [quote name='eddie_max' timestamp='1364438260' post='6711367'] show the real time hit - then after the shot replay it with the numbers/tracer. In 2019, he launched the Justin Thomas Foundation, aimed to help military families, junior golf and children in need. Cameron Napa California @ 34"[/b]. Trackman is obviously simply a tool for fitting & in no way plays any part on your actual game. The 22 years old Jon Rahm, is one of the new upcoming stars on the European and PGA Tour. [/quote] Couldn't of said it any better myself. Almost every post I read on the internet the guys say they are swinging 125 mph. I've had the privilege of playing with and watching tour players in person, so I know what they're capable of. I blame it on TV coverage. [color=#333333][size=3][background=rgb(229, 228, 226)]Average Distance - 302 yards[/background][/size][/color] I bet a lot of my tee shots find the rough though. Shaft:Fujikura Ventus TR Blue 7 X, Irons: TaylorMade P770 (4-5), TaylorMade P7MC (6-PW) [/color] PING i210 (4i-UW) DG X100 The performance of these wedges really was impressive. Length is nothing. That's my opinion at least. [quote name='baseballfrk8998' timestamp='1364408786' post='6708081'] There are golfers out there who are scratch only hitting the ball 200-250. But if you can hit it 275 on your home muni track, that is at least 290 on a tour track with manicured fairways and perfect level tee boxes to hit from. My teachers are always trying to get me to change my swing to generate club head speed, but this consistently leaves me frustrated and physically sore. Im a 42 year old 59 and been playing golf since I was 35. Bump up your confidence around the greens. Impressive Combine Score by a 12 year old boy, How to maximize player performance with small changes. [b]Tiger Woods[/b] That smash factor surprises me a bit. xV#+D7xEouj|_\ctk--[ne5a|N}x^. When it comes to how far the pros hit a 3 wood and the other longer clubs in the bag including their hybrids the distance analysis gets a bit more complicated because clearly the pros are starting to use these clubs for a wider variety type of shots than they do for their driver. On top of that it drew me feeling like unless I can hit it 250 every time and at least shoot in the low 90s from the Blue I might as well just give golf up. Impacting the game through junior golf programs has always been an important part of his charitable giving. I think you wish you hit it further. Ive tried this with many people and they shoot about their handicap. Ive played four rounds since reading this, and shot 81, 83, 79, and 78. me too! [Note If you are interested in what drivers and fairway woods the top 100 PGA Tour players are using check out the in-depth analysis we have done here.]. Lj\gUk':Q9d P\Ko?#sU;:MRk;'FTz![]wJQRL/"&Xp]q%F"S4y_fY;<5PemA,YosVrs>l6:cc Lets go one step further and use the TrackMan Combine data to see what kind of proximity to hole the AMA will be able to achieve at the various approach distances. it would be great to see this information on a broadcast on a couple of hole locations - combined with protracer. I'm not on here to impress anyone with my driving distance but that doesn't mean I didn't hit it that far. WebJustin Thomas TrackMan Numbers Congratulations to Justin Thomas with his latest victory at the Dell Technologies Championship, well played! The consistency of impact through the sand was staggering, I seemed to take the exact same amount of sand and impact location every time. I know his swing speed with driver is up around 120mph but thats all they seem to show on tv. The 58 is versatile in shot options and with the change of grind from D to M I had an increase in performance. WebReport PP - Read online for free. [quote name='govols' timestamp='1364353617' post='6703853'] Items sent in without return postage will not be returned. People like you that rant about longer amateurs is what makes for good laughs. When you account for factors such as wind, elevation, ground conditions and also the context in which the shot is being played Koepka, like all the pros, has a number of options for each iron shot which makes the question of how far he hits each iron a bit more complex than at first you may think. Made more swing improvement of late and starting to control my driver more. Unless of course it's short enough to hit the 3 wood or driver at the green. The flight is reduced and the spin still remains. But you also have to add in the slight mishits, the rainy days, and the balls that land in the rough. I know I'm not a short hitter & I know there's a ton of bs on this board. When it comes to talking about distance in golf the easiest and most obvious place to start is of course always with the longest club in the golf bag the driver. The ball shoots from the face and you lose the control of the ball. Overall I cant fault these wedges for an elite player as we are aware of the slight differences of feel at strike, flight and contact with the ground. Driver: Titleist TSi3 (10 degrees) I've seen plenty of tour pros hit balls & played with many good golfers. [/quote] WebBut he picked up 25 yards for elevation, 25 for wind, and another 45 for extra roll. I actually feel I get more out irons than I do the woods. Executive Director, The First Tee of Louisville, Jennifer Helgeson I often feel articles such as this are skewed. Shaft: Aldila NV, 7-wood: Callaway Big Bertha Total Distance Efficiency 2.484. The first chart, with the club speed distribution, is that only for hcp 14-15 golfers? Driver 6 Iron Brooks Koepka Related Posts Erik Van Rooyen Driver Numbers Sei Young Thanks! %PDF-1.5 With the AMA averaging 30 yards less than his potential, there is a lot of room for improvement. Whats the proportion of shots wide of the mark by say 80 feet or more (or some width for which there is data) 2. Top 100 PGA Tour Player Guide (2021). Acting upon real data, not opinion, takes a giant step in that direction. Thanks for the post. Open navigation menu. Knowing what club to hit based on distance and the safest place to aim based on dispersion tendencies will undoubtedly benefit the golfer. The materials are superb and generate fantastic feedback on the strike through the head, shafts, grip and into your hands. How Far Does a 3 Wood vs 5 Wood Go? I have also never heard a beginner or poorer striker of the golf ball say I need to lower my ball flight which is what these are said to do. In the following table the list shows how far a selection of PGA and LPGA Tour pros hit their 3-wood, 5-wood and hybrid clubs. The "you have to be a tour player to hit a long way" mentality is comical to say the least. I visited Hillside GC practice ground to have a full custom fitting session with the new SM9s. On the longest drive, the projected distance(without the slice) was 332 yards. And this is where taking the TrackMan Combine and going through a Find Your Distance session is so valuable. work on your short game. What is evident is you obviously don't play with good amateur players. I like to look at his averages on the tour seems to be more realistic data that is actually in play on tour. My hunch its even bigger for AFA vs AMA? You dont need to be depressed your swing speed is high enough to play very good golf. People that take hole distance & distance on approach to calculate driving distance is what's funny. Following 3 Trackman lessons and 4 Trackman practice sessions (and my own research) i have moved my swing path nearly 5 degree in to out. Dear Claeys, We highly recommend you to visit a TrackMan coach or fitter close to you, as there are many individual aspects to your question. I have always wanted a push draw and now i can see the light in the tunnel. He is 180 ball speed off the driver with outstanding launch numbers. Those numbers seem about right. Not uncommon these days for elite swing speed [color=#333333][size=3][background=rgb(229, 228, 226)]Launch Angle - 11*[/background][/size][/color] How can that be true. Or Fox Hollow in Baltimore? For example, I could average over 300 yards per round during the summer with a driver. I went into a facility with Trackman launch monitors and have attached timestamp='1364355784' post='6704107'] http://www.rotaryswing.com/golf-instruction/golfequipment/golf-launch-monitor.php, Short hitter compared to the average WRXer. Short hitter compared to the average WRXer Club Head Speed 119.55 [/quote] [quote name='govols' timestamp='1364416375' post='6708959'] [quote name='govols' timestamp='1364403614' post='6707409'] A lot of guys come from athletic backgrounds too, and maybe took up the game at an older age. [/quote] Yes, the TrackMan Combine data is extremely valuable for identifying weaknesses that can be improved, but it is just as (arguably more) important for identify strengths that the golfer can play to without having to spend any additional time practicing. [quote name='govols' timestamp='1364353617' post='6703853'] The handicap system is equally misleading as the vast amount of amateur golfers dont have a handicap, and if they did, they would be 36.4. I don't measure my driver distance either. Bob Vokey makes the best wedges for the best players in the world on behalf of Titleist. And that was 12 years ago. Is a soft ball for club head speed of 90 MPH with the driver better than a hard ball? You can use our TrackMan Locatortofind your local TrackMan certified and ask for a combine test. I, and many amateur golfers I play with on a regular basis, have the ability to hit the ball a long way. How Far Should I Hit My Hybrids? Thomas is also only 1 of 6 players in PGA Tour history with 15 victories and 2 Majors before his 30th birthday, joining Jack Nicklaus, Johnny Miller, Tom Watson, Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods. The longest player hits it 320 yards Apex Height 112' 11" People like you that rant about longer amateurs is what makes for good laughs. In truth, the vast majority of golfers are playing from tees that are too long based on their club speed and skill level. It takes persistence and painstaking practice to regularly do drills designed to help improve your swing speed, not to mention the constant measuring to ensure you are in fact improving your swing speed. [quote name='markheardjr' timestamp='1364403013' post='6707345'] Please have a look at this video about Smash Factor. When I watch professional events I am always taken aback by how high they hit their driver but how low they hit their wedges. The main part of the fitting was when I moved onto the chipping green and started to hit bunker shots - these clubs just got better and better, theyre so secure in strike and very reliable. Top 50 Player Breakdown, What Irons Do LPGA Players Use? I wouldn't take a trackman stat to the bank. the TrackMan numbers below. Do you suppose my distance is bs? I don't measure my driver distance. [quote name='GooseHook' timestamp='1364385234' post='6705065'] If it's a longer hole, I'll play the driver. Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400. WebCongratulations to Justin Thomas with his latest victory at the Dell Technologies Championship, well played! If I slow it down some and shoot for 280-290, I hit more fairways. Just ask Corey Pavin, Mark Wilson, Mike Weir, Fred Funk. What about this awesome drive from Dustin Johnson in Hawaii that everyone was talking about: So the drive went 433 yards. When looking at how the AMA performs, lets start with the drive. Absolutely awesome numbers though. Our TrackMan Combine database would contain the answer to those questions, but it would require significant work to pull that information out. Looking at how far pros hit their irons is a much easier task these days due to all the tracking technology that exists however it still does not make it an exact science. [quote name='govols' timestamp='1364404259' post='6707501'] Lets consider the (average) approach shot distance that the AMA will have on an average par 4. It's a pretty common way to play the game and it helps the scoring aspect of your game tremendously. There isnt anybody who wouldnt like to be able to hit the ball further. Mr Vokey has listened and gone on to design a wedge with the feedback of those players in mind. The pros, like the rest of us, will be hitting a driver as far as they can 99% of the time but when it comes to their 3-wood, 5-wood and hybrids they can be using those clubs off the tee and for approach shots and will not always be aiming for their maximum yardage with those clubs. Is it around 25-35% less than the AMA group? Just ask Corey Pavin, Mark Wilson, Mike Weir, Fred Funk. Hang Time 5.8 Golf critics talk about technology making golf courses obsolete because of distance, but what they fail to clarify is that this only pertains to 0.1% of the golfing population. Thomas breakout season came in 2016-17 with five of his PGA TOUR wins, including the PGA Championship, 12 top 10 finishes and, ultimately, the FedEx Championship. Id estimate the average tour player will hit their basic solid drive between 295-310 under neutral conditions. Trackman is obviously simply a tool for fitting & in no way plays any part on your actual game. For 6-irons the average is 188 yards, for 7-irons it is 177 yards and 8-irons, 9-irons and pitching wedges go 164, 153 and 141 yards respectively. Total Distance Efficiency 2.484 Its important for me to have a 58 degree that works first and foremost in a bunker and then to chip with, because I use my 52 to chip with more often than not as I like to see the ball on the ground and rolling towards the hole so it has a chance of dropping in. Cobra Aerospeed 3W Kai'Li White TI Taylormade SIM (9.0) Tensei CK Pro Orange 70TX He defeated Will Zalatoris in a 3-hole playoff to clinch the title for the second time. Don't doubt the ability of some people to produce similar numbers to the pros. Mine isnt that much higher and i hit driver 275 yards. As we can again see from Brooks Koepkas yardage book above he has 5 different yardages listed for each of his specialist wedges which highlights just how much distance control the best golfers in the world can exert with their wedges. In the bag I think the wedges looks great. Now that you guys have more and more data from the combine tests are you going to adjust the hcap chart. This is really intersting reading and I could not agree more with the finding your distance principal. Of course touring pros are way better than everyone at all facets of the gamethat's why they're out making millions while a bunch of us have idiotic debates over the Internet. However, it is more the fact that golfers are playing courses that are too long relative to club speed and skill level. On the LPGA Tour the top pros hit their driver an average of 257.7 yards. Oddly, I bet you find that you do NOT score significantly better than your handicap even though the distances are short. Why gather data from an elite course where people line up to play when that is far from representative of what most people are doing? [color=#333333][size=3][background=rgb(229, 228, 226)]Launch Angle - 11*[/background][/size][/color] Both wedges I could spin and release depending on the swing I put on the shot, I was especially a fan of the lob wedge chip shot which stopped on the second bounce. X-Forged UT (#3- 21)- DG X700 You can check the combine driver stats here: https://mytrackman.com/#combine. You're delusional if you think any amateur on WRX that claims to have similar numbers to the longer pros thinks they are also as good as a tour pro. Trackman is pretty interesting, obviously path and angle of attack change depending on the shot your trying to shape. WebSee how The Honda Classic Justin Thomas Trackman numbers look https://blog.trackmangolf.com/justin-thomas-trackman-numbers/ The difference in a lot of longer amateurs and pros is control. Most of the guys I play/practice with are +2 to 5 handicaps. I appreciate that. With a collection of prestigious wins, including the 2017 FedExCup, 2017 PGA Championship, 2021 PLAYERS and 2022 PGA Championship, Justin Thomas is known to many as a celebrated professional on the PGA TOUR. As you can see, 45% have a club speed between 91 and 100 mph., The AMA is far from efficient with his driver. I think some of you think too highly of yourselves & don't give tour players enough credit. Carry Efficiency 2.51 [/quote] Upgraded core technology takes tee-to-green performance to the next level, New face technologies provide more forgiveness and spin consistency, Designed for golfers with more moderate swing speeds, horny mature is having great time in yttaly's casting, dark haired beauty with big natural boobs" jerk off challenge, she knows how to jump up and down on thick cock, 46, 48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60, 62.