FOLLOWER FITTINGS // 15 Handicap Driver Fit

Today in the bay is Zack, a 15 handicap golfer who is looking to shave some strokes off his game by better controlling his driver. With Ian and Mikey at the computers and some changes to his setup, 300 yard drives are now regularly attainable!
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Filmed at: Club Champion Toronto
Custom Golf Club Fitting Studio - Toronto, Canada
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Introduction
00:48 - Follower Fitting: Zack
04:02 - Zack's Callaway Epic Max (Heel Weight)
07:53 - Titleist TSR3 (Ventus Blue 6S)
09:29 - Titleist TSR3 (Diamana PD 60S)
13:08 - Mizuno ST-X (Ventus Blue 6S)
14:27 - Ping G430 Max (Ventus Black 6S)
20:30 - Ping G430 Max (Diamana GT6)
21:14 - Ping G430 Max (Diamana GT 6S, Toe Weight)
22:35 - Ping G430 Max (Diamana GT 6S, Heel Weight)
23:05 - Ping G430 Max (Ventus Red TR 6S, Neutral Weight)
23:30 - Ping G430 Max (Ventus Red TR 6S, Toe Weight)
23:46 - Ping G430 Max (Dianama GT 6S, Heel Weight)
24:11 - Results
27:15 - Final Thoughts
LINKS FROM VIDEO:
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SLICE AND ANTI HOOK DRIVER SETUPS // Never Slice Again!: • SLICE AND ANTI HOOK DR...
LONG DRIVE CONTEST // TSR3 vs. AEROJET LS with AUTOFLEX: • LONG DRIVE CONTEST // ...
BEST MATCH IN BRACKET HISTORY // Titleist TSR3 vs. Taylormade Stealth2+: • BEST MATCH IN BRACKET ...
PING G430LST vs. MIZUNO STZ 230 // Driver Bracket Quarterfinal 2: • PING G430LST vs. MIZUN...

[@ZackKennedyy]

Thanks for the opportunity boys! Can't wait to come for another visit and have the rest of my bag looked at in 2024!

[@scottyeaman8377]

#thatshammered… great work Bigman!!!!

[@ryanwalters694]

After watching the fitting, it all comes down to which ball flight you prefer. Would you rather hit the fade or the draw?

[@ZackKennedyy]

@@ryanwalters694 now that I have better control over the club face, I'll be practicing to hopefully have a stock draw come spring

[@ryanwalters694]

@@ZackKennedyy I’ve been working on an inside takeaway to eliminate my 2 way miss. Consistently hitting baby draws now. I feel more free over the tee ball and can now swing a little harder. I bought a swing speed trainer recently. Will start working with it to increase swing speed for next year

[@NYR4Life29]

@ZackKennedyy what was the new grip that changed the swing weight?

[@MichaelMYouTube]

Higher handicap fittings are awesome. So relatable so much fun to live vicariously.

[@theKOOP4773]

This one has been my favourite so far. Ian shows his stuff, doesn’t just look at a right miss and give someone a draw head, he understands it at such a deeper level.

[@djmico0713]

Agreed in full. Ian, Mike, and the whole TXG team go so much deeper than just the basics which sets them apart from other fitters. I am sure most fitters we consumers would encounter would see the TSR3 being lower flight and go left and say “we fixed it, let’s move on” A select “better” fitters may take it a step further and move to the Ping but after seeing a couple good ones say “well, you’re striping it with that so all good” Ian wants to confirm after a lot of swings what will still work. This is what they mean when they say the company name changes but they’re still the same 👏🏽

[@ikaZi84]

@@djmico0713 Too bad the rest of the company still sucks at fitting.

[@dronepocket325]

This is the type of video we need more of. +5 all the way to 20 handicaps

[@TSOSGERBY]

Thank you for fitting a higher handicap golfer. I (being 75) would appreciate seeing a driver fitting for seniors as they are most commonly the ones with the money to be able to afford the clubs from a professional fitting.

[@darrelle.thompson540]

There's a series on that

[@danyfilion6024]

Went to Toronto 2 weeks ago for full bag fit with Alex at Club Champion, it was great, started with the irons then the driver (also ended up with the G430) then the fairways and wedges. Hit over 200 balls over 3+hours so I was pretty tired at the end but these guys know what there doing. BTW I'm also around a 15 but without Zacks muscles😉. Can't recommend these guys enough!!!!

[@kevinconnolly754]

As a 13 hcp who played 3 wood for 3 years to stay in play more often this video is awesome for thought. Driver makes or breaks a round for me if it comes out of the bag. I pretty much know what score i'm posting with 3 wood. which is stressful knowing I could have many more birdie putts with a cooperative Driver

[@thepiratedoc4247]

Love seeing you make a big difference for an average golfer more than making a small difference for an above average golfer. Thank you!

[@Putts2309]

As a golfer in just about the same category shows me how important a fitting is!! Thank you!

[@kevinspradlin6288]

This was great to watch. I had a fitting at Club Champion in Las Vegas months ago. I just fitted a new shaft on my driver. My fitter, Chase Bernero really helped me maximize my currently limited speed. He fitted me into an Accra shaft and I gained 30 yards. My mishits are a slight fade. At 66 I am averaging 265 on my drives, enough to keep me playing longer courses. Now, with some training I am finding that even at my age I can gain a mile or two....I may get to 275 yet. Yes people, a well done fitting can help, if nothing else it can help you get the most out of what you have.

[@taylorleopold9040]

one of my favorite fittings so far, well done boys

[@NoCapPinnochio]

Excellent video as always. It's amazing to see someone come in and hit the ball off the heel, toe, slice, and hook, and then actually be able to fit them into something. If this was me, I wouldn't even bother getting fitted until I got my club path and club face both to where I want it to be. Great job getting Zack into something that looks like it should help him.

[@davidhires7403]

Unbelievable!!!!!!! Such improvement. I’ve been waiting to see you fit a mid handicapper. So good! Thank you for doing this.

[@aarononeill9733]

I'm a 15hc, living in Sydney, this video was so good to watch & learn to understand how many factors are taken into account. Liked & Subscribed.

[@bsmith4u2]

Very Excellent video. I only wish we had someone in my area of the country with your skills and patience to work with the average golfer. I've been to three fittings just recently and not one of them went into any more depth than choosing a particular club that I felt comfortable with and a couple of standard shaft choices. No one mentioned any of the parameters you've delved into with Zach here other than Launch, Carry and Ball Speed. And no one went past just a few standard shafts.

[@spacebound11]

Shot 80 this year. First 3 speed sessions I’m up to 129mph (not swinging at a ball). If I can somehow harness this speed with driver it could be a true weapon. This gives me some thoughts on going to get refit. Great vid gents.

[@dustinparks9916]

Awesome video, great to see how the fitting can really change the shot shape. One thing we never see though is how much the setup you fit someone into costs. is that something you would be willing to share in future videos?

[@tko9624]

You guys are so much details in driver fitting. When I went to the club champion at Del Mar for my driver fitting, the fitter was a disappointment, to say the least. Club Champion needs to do an undercover with the Del Mar fitter.

[@NewDr3w]

Ian, how can I get my dad a fitting with you specifically?? I’ve had bad luck getting him fitted so far. I don’t know a single person more deserving of the compliment “world class” than you. Case in point is this video, you did everything in your power to make sure this man was set up.

[@shaneelliott1263]

If this video doesn’t show importance no matter your handicap then I don’t know what does!! Good job fellas!

[@mikec.2314]

Walkin' out with 30 yards - well done lads.

[@laxduck]

Love this one - relate heavily as a fast swinger with a high handicap.

[@CallMeSlavik]

Incredible fitting. So thorough. Well done guys

[@grahambartsch]

Great video! Love to learn the thought process behind some changes / setups to try and affect the delivery from a shaft change etc!

[@rictic1929]

Well done guys and great for all of us mid handicappers to see what a great mid handicap fitting can do for our golf games. Thanks alot.

[@kc_golf]

This video is absolutely awesome. Truly shows how important a good fitting is, even for mid / high handicaps. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@scotthansen4692]

great stuff guys. love these type of videos. Shows alot and really helps.

[@Citizensofthecountry]

One of the very best on the TXG channel.

[@JaredMS0]

what a pleasure. well done fellas and congrats to zack. huge improvement!!!

[@Daniel_a34]

Fantastic window into what you do!

[@Radioghost717]

It’s ridiculous that Ian doesn’t just charge a fortune to teach fitters. His fitting methods should be the standard in the industry. I’ve been fit before and they are nothing like this. It seems like they are just guessing and when you hit 2 or 3 good ones they say looks like we found the one.

[@banditbaker1675]

Thanks Guys that was a "tour de force" from Ian, Respect👍👍👍

[@GolfwithDave]

Love the videos really helpful for me because I'm starting to get into fitting.

[@KA-dm9lm]

This is great. I’m 44. Started playing golf 1 year ago. Pretty much same as this guy, a tad worse prob. Shoot usually mid to low 90s. Broke 90 4 times in first year. Best round 87. My driver is terrible. I just don’t have the technique yet. I’m 6-4 and fit, should be able to pump it. But typically hit like this, 205 carry, 225 total. When I catch it I may carry 240-250 and roll to 270. I have to get fit for driver. Have an off the rack thing from Dicks. Great video and I’m inspired. Great work everyone!

[@Danny4Aarch]

Another good FF video. Would absolutely LOVE to come in and get fitted by Ian. I’ve actually never gotten a proper fitting before after golfing for 6 years.

[@CB-dl1fx]

So good guys. Can really relate to this. Thank you

[@tristanbam3951]

Really do love to see this! Coming from a 13 Handicap... Theres hope.

[@markgraham7899]

great got my Driver fit on Friday.

[@seminolekilla]

I love this! I’m about a 15 and just got fit at club champion in Orlando. Ended up g430 max with diamana PD 60 s. Helped me not miss as far right. I had similar speed numbers as this guy. I love to see the gains.

[@williamreeves5483]

I wanted to thank you for this particularly exciting video!👀

[@ajjamieson514]

Great video guys. As much as I love seeing elite golfers stripe the ball repeatedly, I also geek out over the numbers when an average golfer like myself ( 10 to 11 handicap ) has club tweeks made by professionals that improve ball flight especially limiting the damage on those mis hits. Top stuff.

[@georgelehman7047]

So relatable! Excellent!

[@krissulonen9909]

You guys are awesome, this fitting is making me want to get fitted as well. This customer and I share similar off the tee issues, so very intuitive😊

[@kalelauer2420]

This was a so amazing to watch.

[@EHMSL1226]

Crazy turning a big slicer into beautiful straight balls 30 yards further! Wow. Never underestimate the power of a fitting

[@xTimx2002]

another great fitting, it'll be interesting to see when you go for lessons! Good luck on your journey to get into single digits handicap cuz we all know it wont be long for you to get there! Cheers!

[@rowlandbarrett6594]

Awesome video once again. 👌🏾

[@donkee9]

Well done fitting boys!

[@hectorcirilo1825]

Loved this. I bought a used ping 425 max to try it out after using taylormade from Sims down to taylor made burner pus with flex twist shaft. I'm a ~8 handicap. And I love it. Using an even flow riptide 6.0 at 70 grams . I might try it a little lighter,

[@shaneflynn4464]

Love this - matches me almost perfectly except for me being a lefty. Really trying to improve AoA and avoid the hooky miss which has come in since I upped swing speed(used to be a slice). More of this type of content please Ian and Mikey!!!

[@torlefborsting471]

Such a good video!!! Ping will usually be the answer. I realize that I need a fitting big time :)

[@jonathanlopez9797]

i feel like i relate a lot to this guy and his game perfect video for me!!

[@mikepraught5708]

Huge pickup!

[@bobb3rdown676]

The diamana zf/gt are such a good shaft. Loving my Sim/zf combo. Recently took the sliding weight out and put in a heavier weight in the rear. Hoping it increases forgiveness on my toe strikes while retaining some low spin elements.

[@LosSaintPatrick]

Excellent fitting video! Fellas....I need help getting rid of the left side of the course!

[@carlosrandolez]

Wow….. just wow… great job

[@rickcudmore8156]

When I saw Zack's arms, I thought he's going to hit the ball 320 yards. That was a great sequence. I especially enjoyed how you dialed in the mishits.

[@vidurrenjen3556]

Love this video. I play an Epic Flash and have a massive slice issue

[@stuartrawlings9436]

realy great look into a proper fitting woul love to get such an in depth fittig like this

[@uglygolf]

Zakk on his way to scratch with a new driver. Boys an absolute unit 💪🏼 Needs to be to get them jeans on and off 😂 Well done lad 👏🏼

[@josephpavlik4026]

That was great. I've been watching for over a year. I live in Michigan. What does an average driver fitting cost? I'm about 15 handicap. 68 years old. Need more distance on driver. driver

[@andreasball4845]

Fantastic video! Very impressive. Wish I could come to Canada for a Fitting. Merry Christmas wishes from Germany!

[@russellpartridge4615]

Got to be the best 2 fitters in the game, Ian vs trottie now that would be a good video. Well done boys

[@blaw9571]

I’m a ping guy myself . My go to is the g430 SFT and I’m surprised you didn’t have him try it out. I also have the g430 max when I’m hitting it good

[@franks4973]

That was a great video, would love more like this. Even though he is younger faster than me. 😊 Need to find a fitter like you in my area.

[@jason109301]

Great video. More like that with high handicap please

[@ronlangfus4946]

Great video with mid-handicapper. Would love to see same thing with iron fitting.

[@Onlyfoolsandcourses.]

Wish you gents were in UK. I still play a Titleist 909D.. would love to see if a TSR 3 would gain me some distance. 🤔

[@robertnunnally6169]

It would be awesome to get fitted by you guys. The driver fitting is one of the things that would help out so much and seems like most places around where I am have no clue how to fit people right.

[@chico3136]

Love it! Great job boys and shot out to marketing. And here if you need 13 hp with less speed and biceps than Zack Koepka.

[@matthewstiglmayer2156]

I'm very undecided my g410 lst 75 stiff is still my weapon although I did just put the g430 3 hybrid in the bag and love it so looking to upgrade the 3 wood and driver

[@jaybee4190]

+1ish hdcp, 5hdcp, 20hdcp...all! Love these vids...mas, mas, mas!

[@douglastaylor43]

This was great. I want to try the ping driver now. Only thing that would be better is if you also tried to fit them into a head that's a few years old to compare.

[@johnboy123ism]

Great video boys. I’m very similar to zakk, driver really letting me down score wise.

[@NYR4Life29]

What was the new grip that changed the swing weight? I looked and couldn't find it, sorry if it was mentioned. I also use the tour wrap 2g. Thanks great video

[@princevillekauainorthshore736]

Attn marketing team, next up right here 😂Would love to bring my 8HDCP to the studio. Great video.

[@therealad4342]

I would give anything to be fit by someone with this type of knowledge and approach.

[@clubchampionmedia]

Come on in to the local Club Champion! Each of our fitters goes through hours of rigorous textbook and hands-on training at our exclusive Club Champion University. Or just hop on a flight to Toronto, Canada and get fit by Ian or Mikey 😂

[@petekenny3774]

Legends

[@ChasinAcesGolf-rt8do]

It was eye opening to see how you were able to reduce the amount of backspin compared to the gamer. Would love to see a fitting for a junior golfer in the future.

[@rockerdude]

Is every club champion fitting like this? Love going back and forth and making small changes and going back. I had a golftec full bag fitting and it was pretty bad. Didn’t really try too many things and just seemed like they wanted me out asap

[@badbilly429]

Great work guys there are club fitters out there and then there is you guys, most places he went would have seen those first 2 shots with ping and ventus red and been like ok we’re don’t here that will be $1000 and have a nice day

[@kellyharbour7140]

Good stuff. Thanks for fitting an average guy!

[@user-tl6yt3go9w]

I’m looking at traveling up towards the Toronto area next year, if I bring in my arccos data and clubs how do we set up a follower fitting?

[@quinnmoat-moskaluke6534]

Wondering what torque spec you are using when you put a shaft into driver head? Want to make sure I’m not under/over tightening if I’m adjusting loft

[@stevenkur6267]

Hi what would the ideal dynamic loft be for driver with a 95mph swing speed? Love a video around this type of topic please 🙏🏻

[@jtflem11]

Really enjoyed this video. How tall is Zack? That is incredible clubhead speed.

[@middle-agedmountainbiker5447]

I'd have been really interested to see if a similar end result could have been achieved with the original driver head, just changing the shaft and head settings. Did he go back and re-hit the Epic after he'd warmed up as well?

[@aulusa]

Hi Guys Really enjoy the videos! How far out are booked for a driver fitting? I live in the Twin Cities. Thanks Mike

[@clubchampionmedia]

Hi Mike! We shouldn't be backed up at all but I would contact your closest Club Champion, below are the two locations in Minnesota Edina: clubchampion.com/locations/edina Woodbury: clubchampion.com/locations/woodbury

[@alexgarcia7104]

What flex was being used for testing? I couldn’t tell if it was S or XS flex. My swing speed is around 110 and have swung both S and XS so this would be a nice reference point so I can try out some different options.

[@mikebarker9910]

How do you balance the benefits of fitting a club to the swing as opposed to improving the swing …… I noticed that you said you normally ask about a client’s coaching programme so does that affect the advice you give?

[@scottbutler2761]

i would love a Performance Golf Fitting . But as far as i know non in South Australia

[@johngerman1197]

Ian, being that I am coming off of a now 2nd back surgery. Do you think it would be advantageous to be fitted to a different driver, or just maybe fine tune my current driver?

[@wildensteins1]

Love it.....me next. Lol

[@mattfeltham8132]

I love this!! Where is this i wanna go!

[@clubchampionmedia]

Keep an eye out for our follower fitting contests by following our socials. Ian and Mikey are located in Toronto. Hope to see you in for a future fitting!

[@mattfeltham8132]

@@clubchampionmedia Love this, If I'm ever in Canada I am so there. So thorough!

[@mick19421]

Could you tell me what are the first steps you would take for a push/slicer using a standard adjustable 12 degree Driver. ?.

[@discr1709]

A fitter’s dream. His gamer driver was such a bad fit and build.

[@stevedumais6531]

Can you do a fitting then save up to purchase the driver later?

[@timbuma3693]

How does that Diamana GT compare to Ventus Black? GT just a little softer overall?

[@dubyac]

Was there a change to the grip? Maybe I missed it…

[@kenhill3601]

Would love to see the exact same scenario with slower swing speed.