However, titleist has packed some great new technology into their two new drivers and were here to give you the lowdown on the difference between the 917 d2 and the 917 d3. The d2 s at least on the prior models are the 460cc heads while the d3 s are usually a bit smaller and more traditional shaped heads. This will allow you more significant speed, and forgiveness. Sep 18, 2018 it resulted in the lowest cg ever in a titleist driver. So the ts2 is very much a grip it and rip it driver no nonsense, simple and seriously fast off the face. I have played nearly every titleist driver over about the past 15 years, beginning with the 983k.
Tried both the 915 d2 and d3 this past weekend at golfsmith. Couple arc with a new radial speed face and the 915 d2 and d3 drivers present you with a much more forgiving titleist driver than before. It resulted in the lowest cg ever in a titleist driver. Heres the good news, when it comes to advanced technology, both the 917 d2 and the d3 pack a serious punch. I used the d2 for half a season and it is very similar to d3 but the d3 is just that much better. The 460cc titleist 910d2 driver delivers longer distance through a technologically advanced head design. Description titleist 910 d2 driver the titleist 910 d2 driver delivers longer distance through a technologically advanced head design with a responsive, fast face insert that creates a ballspeed area. Obviously there are lots of variables in each players swing but titleist will have huge amounts of data.
Rated 5 out of 5 by tony from bassara shaft, sure fit, 910 d2 exellent 910 d2 12 degree easy to hit less side spin up and down soft for older with less speed bassara shaft regular was perfect match with mine, just for fun at tee at hole feels good with 910 d2 every time i tee off. Andy, go hit both and the key is be 100% honest with yourself. Oct 24, 2018 i have recently upgraded my driver from the trusted 910 d2 to a new ts2 after being fit for it at the titleist fitting centre at eagles nest gc. I am a 3 handicap and have both with the same shaft. The titleist 915 d2 driver has a clubhead size of 460cc for maximum forgiveness and distance. The 460cc titleist 910d2 driver delivers longer distance through a technologically advanced head design with a responsive, fast face insert. I decided that my past experience with the project x graphite shaft was so positive i. There are some shafts on the market that titleist does not carry and it sure would be nice to try them out in this driver. I have hit most driver offerings from other oems and held off my purchase until now with the ts2. The titleist 910d3 is designed to give players that need a mid launch angle and moderate to low spin an adjustable driver with a hot face. If you are in the market for a new driver in 2011, and particularly so if youre looking for an adjustable. Like i said a few hundred words ago, with the 915 driver titleist has brought out a more aggressive, dare i say, slightly more modern approach to getting its message out. Those who want a bit more finetuning can opt for the ts3 driver. When the titleist 915 d2 was first being developed, original prototypes of the driver actually exceeded the usgas limit on how springy a face could be, so with this news, titleist done further research and.
By every reasonable measure it performed admirably in our tests, and did so across a range of handicaps. From the titleist webpage, this offers a bit of info on the head. This years lineup offers two head styles, 910 d2 and 910 d3. Deeper face than the d2 allowing for additional shot and trajectory control. May 22, 2012 the aberration of the 907 d1 aside, titleist have never really made an ugly driver. The glossy black finish and its pear shape look sharp on both models.
And with the 910 series came some changes to the lineup. Oct 01, 2014 like i said a few hundred words ago, with the 915 driver titleist has brought out a more aggressive, dare i say, slightly more modern approach to getting its message out. As before the 917 d3 is a 440cc pear shaped head that looks. The clubhead has a pear shape design to provide confidence and stability. I had initially thought of getting a m1m2 but being more of a traditionalist couldnt bear the look of the. The companys top of the line titleist 910 d3 driver comes with an innovative. Im considering getting the 915 d2 but im not really convinced that i will see much improvement on the tee box. The first thing you will likely be impressed by when hitting the titleist 917 d2 and d3 drivers is the improved feel, and a completely new sound. May 26, 2017 this will allow you more significant speed, and forgiveness. The d2s at least on the prior models are the 460cc heads while the d3s are usually a bit smaller and more traditional shaped heads. Titleist released the 9 driver to replace the previous titleist 910. Find great deals on ebay for titleist 910 d2 driver and titleist 910 d3 driver. Although the 9 and 915 series were solid, they simply could not kick my 910 out of the bag. You will be surprised how easy the d3 can be to fade and draw on command.
From the titleist webpage, this offers a bit of info on the head differences. When the titleist 915 d2 was first being developed, original prototypes of the driver actually exceeded the usgas limit on how springy a face could be, so with this news, titleist done further research and developed a variable face insert using forged 64 titanium which is thicker in the middle and thinner around the edges. Its innovation focused and damned if it doesnt have me genuinely excited about a new titleist driver for the first time in a decade. Take this for what it is, one guys opinion, but titleist has been lost in the driver doldrums the last several years. I had initially thought of getting a m1m2 but being more of a traditionalist couldnt bear the look of the clubhead. The 9 d2 features a 460 cc clubhead while the 9 d3 features a smaller. The d3 is slightly smaller at 445 cc than its d2 cousin, with a. I decided that my past experience with the project x graphite shaft was so positive i would try it again in the 910 d3 driver.
Titleist 917 d2 vs d3 driver austads golf the leader in. Until taylormades r11 was announced, the 910 was the hot club for 2011. Jun 24, 2015 the titleist 915 d2 driver has a clubhead size of 460cc for maximum forgiveness and distance. The titleist 915 d2 driver also delivers a high trajectory with more dynamic face closure compared to the titleist 915 d3 driver. I was a fan of the 917 driver and had it in my bag for a while. It really comes down to preference on look and feel. Theres quite a bit of data on the web highlighting the increased driving distances that can be achieved using a 915 driver vs a 9 and also a 910. As before the 917 d3 is a 440cc pear shaped head that looks great at address and more traditional than the d2. I have been playing the d3 heads since i like the way it looks at address. I have hit most driver offerings from other oems and. Usually i try to make only one change at a time when doing a fitting. With a more traditional approach than the d2, the d3 comes with 440cc.
With the all black pvd finish and classic pear shaped lines, both the 910 d2 and d3 heads look great from any angle. Titleist drivers have always been widely recognized as a forgiving, good looking, solid feeling, overall high performing driver by many. Titleist 910 drivers deliver total performance with improvements in flight, fit, looks, feel and sound. Confirmed that i hit titleist drivers much better, and was getting 1518 yards more distance with the taped 915 with a slightly tighter dispersion and good feel. The 9 d2 features a 460 cc clubhead while the 9 d3 features a smaller 445 cc clubhead design. I read in a previous post that the d2 driver has a higher dynamic face closure than the d3 and d4, which means that it is easier to close the face. The titleist 910 d3 driver features a 445cc titanium head with a responsive, fast face insert that creates a 10percent larger maxball speed area for additional distance. I was excited to try them, but ended up extremely disappointed. If you are looking for workability and overall distance the taylormade m2 is your club selection. I love my 910 d2, it is the best driver ive ever had. Apr 03, 20 titleist released the 9 driver to replace the previous titleist 910. I still own a 905t, and it still holds up very well against many of the newer drivers on the market today.
I havent got a driver since the 910 and still use it but think it might be time for a change. With the all black pvd finish and classic pear shaped lines, both the 910 d2. Unlike the 909, the buzz leading up to the release of titleist s 910 series of drivers, fairway woods, and hybrids, was nothing less then deafening. Ideally these two figures needed to come down, so that meant heading on to the 917 d3 driver. The 910 d2 460 cc head provides slightly higher launch and spin over the 910 d3 445 cc. I suggest you lighten shaft go with d3 and take a lesson on how to work the driver. Titleist has also added to the stock shaft offerings. If you are in the market for a new driver in 2011, and particularly so if youre looking for an adjustable model, the titleist 910 d2 is well worth the time it takes to demo the club. I currently own a d2 910 driver and my setting is at d1 position but i have noticed that i am currently hooking the ball.
Description titleist 910 d2 driver the titleist 910 d2 driver delivers longer distance through a technologically advanced head design with a responsive, fast face insert that creates a ballspeed area that is 15% larger than other drivers. Although the feedback and feel is not as good as the callaway you will get a well performing driver with the m2. Buy new and used titleist 910 d2 driver from the best golf shop. Titleists new 915s vs the old 9 driver november 21, 2014 andrew rice we recently received the 915 stock for our fitting cart here at berkeley hall and i thought it would be a good. I suggest you lighten shaft go with d3 and take a lesson on how to. Like you, i also played the 907d2 for a while before switching to the 910. The d3 is slightly smaller at 445 cc than its d2 cousin, with a traditional pearshaped profile.
What are the performance differences between the d2 and d3 driver models. The aberration of the 907 d1 aside, titleist have never really made an ugly driver. Im down the middle 12 time and down right side 12 time. Nov 21, 2014 titleists new 915s vs the old 9 driver november 21, 2014 andrew rice we recently received the 915 stock for our fitting cart here at berkeley hall and i thought it would be a good opportunity to test both the new 915 series drivers the d2 and d3 against the older 9 series d3 driver ive used for the past few years. It makes it a lot easier to determine the actual effect of the change made. My perfect shot is a draw and very rarely 100% straight. Titleist has also added to the stock shaft offerings allowing club fitters and players a wide range of weights and shaft profiles. I have recently upgraded my driver from the trusted 910 d2 to a new ts2 after being fit for it at the titleist fitting centre at eagles nest gc.