Reducing Driver Spin

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By Matthew B

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  1. Matthew B

    Matthew B
    East Berne, NY

    What's the best way to reduce my driver spin.  My current R1 driver is at 9 degrees with a stock stiff shaft.  I'd like to launch the ball a bit higher and get more carry distance.  For my swing speed I should be able to carry it more than 240.  I am also in the market for a new driver and I liked the feel of the 915 D3.  Any tips would be appreciated.

     My numbers are:

    105+ mph

    3800 rpm

    240 carry

    255 total

  2. Richard H

    Richard H
    Grand Prairie, TX

    You're definitely spinning the ball way too much. Do you know what your attack angle is?

  3. Matthew B

    Matthew B
    East Berne, NY

    I do not know my angle of attack but I would assume I'm not hitting up on the ball as much as I should be in order to maximize the launch conditions.

  4. Spudstarch

    Spudstarch
    Walnut Creek, CA

    You probably need to release the club earlier to catch the ball on the upswing. You can also: tee the ball higher, tilt your spin axis more, and swing on a flatter plain.

  5. Rob Kuba

    Rob Kuba
    Las Vegas, NV

    I had the same problem with my backspin not long ago. You could be hanging back too much on your swing.  Next time you go to the range, try starting your downswing by rotating your hips forward instead of leading with your arms and make sure you shift your weight toward your front foot before impact.  I also just switched from a SLDR set to 9* to the 915 D2 8.5* and its made a huge difference. But you should probably get fitted for your next driver, a different shaft could also reduce your spin.

  6. Richard H

    Richard H
    Grand Prairie, TX

    I'd definitely recommend finding an instructor who uses a launch monitor to assist you in reducing that spin. I just had a lesson a week ago and it was amazing the progress we were able to make with the use of a launch monitor. I went from hitting down with my driver to hitting up and changed my swing path from out-to-in to in-to-out and got my spin down in the low 2000's. The few times I had been on a launch monitor before my spin was low 3000's at best!

    I could try to make suggestions for things to look for in your swing, but without knowing what your current swing looks like it's futile. Find a pro or someone you really trust and get on a launch monitor to make the correct swing changes. You could be really close to a great swing or miles off, but you'll need experienced eyes to help you. 

  7. Matthew B

    Matthew B
    East Berne, NY

    Richard H said:

    I'd definitely recommend finding an instructor who uses a launch monitor to assist you in reducing that spin. I just had a lesson a week ago and it was amazing the progress we were able to make with the use of a launch monitor. I went from hitting down with my driver to hitting up and changed my swing path from out-to-in to in-to-out and got my spin down in the low 2000's. The few times I had been on a launch monitor before my spin was low 3000's at best!

    I could try to make suggestions for things to look for in your swing, but without knowing what your current swing looks like it's futile. Find a pro or someone you really trust and get on a launch monitor to make the correct swing changes. You could be really close to a great swing or miles off, but you'll need experienced eyes to help you. 

    I appreciate it I'll definitely look into. Thank you for your feedback.
  8. Richard H

    Richard H
    Grand Prairie, TX

    Matthew B said:

    I'd definitely recommend finding an instructor who uses a launch monitor to assist you in reducing that spin. I just had a lesson a week ago and it was amazing the progress we were able to make with the use of a launch monitor. I went from hitting down with my driver to hitting up and changed my swing path from out-to-in to in-to-out and got my spin down in the low 2000's. The few times I had been on a launch monitor before my spin was low 3000's at best!

    I could try to make suggestions for things to look for in your swing, but without knowing what your current swing looks like it's futile. Find a pro or someone you really trust and get on a launch monitor to make the correct swing changes. You could be really close to a great swing or miles off, but you'll need experienced eyes to help you. 

  9. Stephen F

    Stephen F
    Pittsfield, MA

    The titleist by far is the best driver I have ever hit because you can adjust loft and lie to fit your swing. If you go on the aldila web site you can go to a spec chart that shows all the characteristics of all their shafts for spin and loft. Spin on shafts are higher on low kick points an lower on high kick points. I agree go to a titleist dealer and get fit by them with all their shaft selections. I have in my Titleist 913d3 driver a r flex aldila tour green shaft and this by far is the best shaft I have ever had. I have around a 105 SP. The combination of club and shaft is the straightest I have ever hit it and I've played 45 yrs.

  10. Allen L

    Allen L
    Clarington, OH

    I agree with Richard and the Pro with a launch monitor.  My pro had me tee a little higher and drop my right shoulder just slightly and my 915 and me started getting higher trajectory with less spin from my 90 swing speed.  I also play a morning 9 practice game and I use club face impact stickers that help a lot.

  11. Richard H

    Richard H
    Grand Prairie, TX

    Allen L said:

    I agree with Richard and the Pro with a launch monitor.  My pro had me tee a little higher and drop my right shoulder just slightly and my 915 and me started getting higher trajectory with less spin from my 90 swing speed.  I also play a morning 9 practice game and I use club face impact stickers that help a lot.

    A good trick for checking impact location is to use an athlete's foot powder spray. I only mention it because it's probably cheaper than the stickers. I went to Walmart and grabbed a can of the Dr. Scholl's spray on the off chance I ever develop a little bit of athlete's foot. Only cost $2 and some change. Spray it on before a round or range session, then wipe it off with a little water and a rag when you're done.

  12. Gotta hit up on the ball and possibly a stiffer shaft. Just tip it maybe 1 in.

  13. Geoff

    Geoff
    PERTH, WA

    Hello Matthew,

    My two bob's worth would be ,

    1. 4 Fundamentals ( grip,stance,alignment,posture ) 

    2. Ball off left heel .(right handed golfer) What i do is take your stance with feet together then step right foot away to a comfortable                                 distance (shoulder width)  & check alignment .

                                 Special Note:Align the clubface with the target line with feet together and take your grip and " do not move                                    your grip on the club" after this point ,after you move your right foot and look down it will appear that the                                      clubface is closed (going left) do not worry about this as it will straighten up when you                                                                     swing as long as your forearms are relaxed through the swing and you transfer your weight to your left side.   

    3. Tilt your upper torso" from the waist" to the right (to feel as if you are tilting your head further behind the ball.Shoulders still square                             to target line.

    4.Center contact is the key,slow down the swing speed in order to achieve & maintain center contact . 

    Let me Know if it helps.

  14. Matthew B

    Matthew B
    East Berne, NY

    Lately I've been hitting it much better. I've been swinging easier and getting a nice ball flight that has given me some roll out after it lands. I appreciate all of the tips

  15. JMT-064

    JMT-064
    Richmond, BC

    You know, golf isn't really as difficult as the Golf Channel would like you to think. This whole notion of worrying about how many times my golf ball spins in the air is nothing short of silly. What's next, carbon fibre golf tees?

  16. Geoff

    Geoff
    PERTH, WA

    Not sure whether you know or not, but spin on the golf ball is what makes it fade ,hook,slice etc.

    Too much left or right spin is part of the reason you slice & hook the ball.

     

  17. JMT-064

    JMT-064
    Richmond, BC

    I don't hook or slice. The terms "hook and "slice" have been around since the Neanderthals first learned how to drive the ball. The term "driver spin ratio" has only been around for the past 18 months. 

  18. Richard H

    Richard H
    Grand Prairie, TX

    There really isn't any such thing as side spin at all. It's all about backspin and spin axis. Spin is extremely important when trying to optimize distance - more is good for MOST lower swing speeds; less is good for MOST higher swing speeds. I say most because there are always those rare exceptions that arise due to other dynamics of a person's swing.

  19. Spudstarch

    Spudstarch
    Walnut Creek, CA

    JMT-064 said:

    You know, golf isn't really as difficult as the Golf Channel would like you to think. This whole notion of worrying about how many times my golf ball spins in the air is nothing short of silly. What's next, carbon fibre golf tees?

    I would buy those. They would match my head covers.

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