Each series of drivers aims to deliver greater ball speed and more distance through improvements in the face and center of gravity cg optimizations. Brent kelley is an awardwinning sports journalist and golf expert with over 30 years in print and online journalism. Just for what its worth, ive played the 975d, 975j, and the 983e and 983k, and heres what i noticed. The 975d was used by tiger woods during his 2001 pga tour season. Thinking that the titleist name alone will be enough. I have several drivers with upgraded shafts diamana blueboard, and proforce v2. The titleist 905 drivers were the mostbuzzedabout golf clubs of late 2004early 2005 in the golf world. I bought my titleist 975j from a guy who gave up on it.
It is a solid feeling club but, missed hits will give you more trouble than you need. I took it out and wow, it took me almost a season to get use to the new 460 model drivers. The older 975d had a decidedly muted feel and sound that was unique to titleist. Titleist 975j vs driver download this is so we can show you the relative rrp of that particular set. Titleist 975d driver titleist golf drivers callaway golf preowned.
The head of the 375j is larger at 312cc for increased confidence. I play golf for fun so im not concerned with the forgiveness and whatnot. I used to own one years ago and regrettably sold it. Jul, 2018 old school vs modern technology 15 year old titleist 975j driver vs 2018 taylormade m4 driver. The titleist 975d driver features a 260cc titanium head and is very consistent and solid. I was always envious when i was younger and saw people with titleist 975 drivers, and now i have a 975d 975j 975j vs and a 983k. See photos in drop down for best representation of club conditions.
Sizewise, it is substantially larger than its predecessor, the 975d, but that is not readily obvious. Titleist ti 983k, 983e, 975d, 975f driver or fwy wood. I play all titleist clubs, woods, irons, wedges and putter. I own them both and they are two different animals. The 975jvs is the most played titleist driver on the pga tour. Titleist is also an extremely strong leader in the golf ball market. We appreciate that you found this thread instead of starting a new. Thankfully the face was square and the original slightly firm shaft was thrown in with the modest price. Ust proforce 65 atr graphite shaft in stiff flex w golf pride tour wrap. It is easy to put maybe a little cut or draw on it and best of all easy to hit straight. This upgrade from the 975d provides just that and has been wellreceived. I was going through my spare bedroom and found my old trusty titleist 975d, 9. The titleist 975d driver was produced from 1998 to 2001.
I am searching for a smaller head driver and these 3 seem to fit the bill well. By shades9323, may 11, 2009 in clubs, grips, shafts, fitting. With the 975j, we think that titleist has an improved product that will appeal to current 975d users as well as golfers looking for a traditional looking oversized driver with more than adequate forgiveness. Titleist 975j has a midsize pearshaped head to offer increased shot maneuverability. The head has been weighted to enhance players who prefer a straight to drawing ball flight. The face is hotter than the original, producing faster ball speeds for increased distance. I was always envious when i was younger and saw people with titleist 975 drivers, and now i have a 975d 975j 975jvs and a 983k. Titleist may be most famous for its golf balls, but titleist drivers are every bit as capable of delivering high performance as their renowned golf balls. This club is great value for golfers of all levels looking to make the upgrade to titanium without the high prices. Sizewise, it is substantially larger than its predecessor, the. Old school vs modern technology 15 year old titleist 975j driver vs 2018 taylormade m4 driver duration. If you want a driver that hits it straight or workable to either side get the j.
Titleist offers a full golf equipment product line including drivers, fairways, irons, vokey wedges, utility irons and scotty cameron. May 09, 20 i play all titleist clubs, woods, irons, wedges and putter. I agree with moses except for the fact that the 975j is a great driver for quite a few people including myself. This upgrade from the 975d provides just that and has been wellreceived by golfers who favor the feel of larger titanium drivers. Very similar look to its wildly popular predecessor the 975d. Old school vs modern technology 15 year old titleist 975j driver. Jaster,i have had both 975d and 975j, in my opinion the 975d was a better driver. I believe this one came out in 2001 so it was brought out with the pro v1, it may perform better with the modern balls than the d.
So long story short im trying to find which one sets up best for my game, all. I will not buy another driver until titleist makes something to rival the 975j. Titleist titanium 983k, 983e, 975d, 975f driver or fairway wood options. Past titleist drivers such as the 975d and 975j have been very popular with better players, but have had only marginal. Titleist ti 983k, 983e, 975d, 975f driver or fwy wood options. Stay posted on the latest product launches, tour news, exclusive team titleist opportunities and connect with product experts. What type of results would i be looking at with either a 7. The titleist 975j driver is a redesign of the 975d driver previously released by titleist. Titleist is well represented on the pga tour as well as most international competitive tours. Golf clubs with dents, cracks, shaft bag wear, badly scratched heads, andor rattle in head. Old school vs modern technology 15 year old titleist.
Feb 18, 2016 old school vs modern technology 15 year old titleist 975j driver vs 2018 taylormade m4 driver duration. Titleist, along with pinnacle, and footjoy brands, together comprise acushnet. The 983k represents a departure for titleist in terms of their onewood offerings. Ive been playing a 9d driver, that i bought used and i havent liked it. Old school vs modern technology 15 year old titleist 975j driver vs 2018 taylormade m4 driver. If he gets a j, who knows, it might be the best club ever. One great club i ordered this club because my mate has the same one and he hits it a mile. Add them to your team titleist golf bag and let other members know what youre playing with. The face is hotter than the original, producing faster.
The pro titanium 975j is titleists answer to the jumbo, titanium drivers from ping and taylor made that have become so very successful of late. Condition scale please choose one new never played, no outside. Past titleist drivers have been solid performers that were extremely workable. Add them to your team titleist bag and let other members know what youre playing with. Save up to 90% on products certified by professionals. We recommend that golfers making the switch from the 975d to the 975j demo several lofts and shafts to ensure that the proper club is chosen. The 312cc titleist 975j vs driver is a combination of higher speed, increased launch, and reduced spin means longer distance. Titleist, along with pinnacle, and footjoy brands, together comprise acushnet company, which is an operating company of fila korea, ltd. I still game my 975jvs and still out drive most of the people i play with. I have read plenty that swear it will add 30 yards etc. Titleist 975j driver golf club for sale online ebay. The 975j is a more traditional titleist driver that. Find great deals on ebay for titleist 975d driver and titleist 975j driver. Sep 29, 2002 the new titleist drivers really are quite a bit more forgiving than the 975d.
The series initially included two models, the titleist 905t driver and 905s driver. Description a tourproven, 312cc cousin of the 975j. The titleist 975j features a pearshaped 312cc head with an ultrathin titanium face. Titleist may be most famous for its golf balls, but titleist drivers are every bit as capable of delivering high performance as their renowned golf balls each series of drivers aims to deliver greater ball. This upgrade from the 975d provides just that and has.
The new titleist drivers really are quite a bit more forgiving than the 975d. The head has been weighted to enhance players who prefer a straight to drawing ball. Past titleist drivers such as the 975d and 975j have been very popular with better players, but have had only marginal success with mid to highhandicap players. Nov 21, 2018 titleist 975j vs driver download this is so we can show you the relative rrp of that particular set. This driver was aimed at mid to lowhandicap intermediate to advanced golfers, much like many clubs in the titleist line. I got it yesterday and hit it on the range and wow. Old school vs modern technology 15 year old titleist 975j.
The 975j vs is the most played titleist driver on the pga tour. Just slightly larger and with a different look to the face. Is there a difference taylormade m6 vs titleist 975d. The last great driver from titleist was the 975d or 983k. The pro titanium 975j is titleists answer to the jumbo, titanium drivers from ping and taylor made that.
My previous driver was a 975d and i used to average around 240250 with it. The 975j is a more traditional titleist driver that requires a good swing to produce the desired result. Titleist designed the 975j driver to answer the trending preferences of many golfers desiring a lighter onewood. In the last 15 or so years golf clubs have become more and more expensive. The new titleist 975j is by far the best driver on the market, in fact a number of guys on tour play with it.
The prolite is far and away our stiffest stiff driver. The 312cchead size gives you a high launch angle and a low spin rate. So long story short im trying to find which one sets up best for my game, all have stiff shafts and are 9. The 975d, while the smallest head was so solid feeling, and had a great trajectory 8. The 983 and 905 drivers are basically enlarged versions of the 975d emc, jan 5.
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