The ONE CLUB you must have to lower your handicap

[@laurie9142]

You are spot on. I’ve played golf for nigh on 50 years and never owned a driver , it used to be a 3 wood now that I’m nearly 80 my best scores are when I only play a 7 wood.🇦🇺👍

[@kentbrown3736]

I have to say, My own 7 wood is from Wishon Golf. I purchased the EQ1-NX Fairway Woof and had it custom selected at 22Deg. At 41.5 Inches it consistently send my golf ball 170m / 185 yrds carry. I love the consistency and ease of use. This club helped me drop from 104 strokes per round to 84 strokes.

[@bentottle917]

I'm a signed up member of the Average Golfer 7 wood society. Took your advice years ago and never looked back. Great advice. And I just about break 90 each round.

[@TheAverageGolfer]

@@bentottle917 😂 glad it’s working Ben

[@Money2ByrnePodcast]

My dad was famous for his 7 wood in woodbrook golf club, won the captains prize in his first year playing and his 7 wood broke many hearts.

[@carlotalampas4478]

I am 52 yrs old and my hcp is 9. This year, I got fitted for a new set. My set now has 5h, 7w and 4w. They replaced my 5i, 4h, 5w and 3w. Then I added a 62° to complete a 14 club. I got to tell you that the 7w is the money club. It is easy to hit even on mishits, launches high, and very forgiving yet still long.

[@johnnystrand8433]

But you didn't replace your driver did you?

[@tpings33]

Added 7 wood this year. Took 3 and 4 hybrids out of my bag. I'm 67 and it's made a huge difference. I can reach par 4's and 5's in regs and lowered my handicap from 15.4 at the beginning of the season to 14.1. Amazing club!!

[@honestharry2035]

Great review, Andy. I am 55 and finally realized I can't muscle a 4-Iron from 200 yards anymore. I put a Ping G430 Max 7 in my bag a couple of weeks ago and can't for the life of me figure out why I did not do it before. It's the best club in my bag bar none.

[@gillmartin1758]

I remember a golf show from years and years ago where the host showed how you only needed three clubs. A seven iron, putter and sand wedge. He showed you could be putting for par on every hole with this set up. He even got a birdie on the par three hole. That episode always stuck with me and now here’s this gentleman basically updating the idea.

[@MarkGarrett-zr9qs]

Whilst I get a fair bit of stick I don’t carry a driver and my longest iron is a 7. The rest of the bag in terms of getting distance is made up of a 5 wood for long tee shots, comfortably 220 and a 7 and 9 wood. Yes they sometimes fly a bit high but more often than not straight.

[@heywhotsgoinon8286]

Same here.👍

[@rushfanjames2112]

15° 3 wood for me 🏌🏽‍♂️ 220 straight all the time 🕺🏻

[@joneva197]

I’ve carried a 7 wood for about 15 years. Great club

[@AlanHughes-s4o]

I added a 7 wood to my bag around 20 years ago as I turned into my 50's. It has become my 'go to' club in precisely the situations you describe. I recently trimmed my bag contents from 14 to 7 clubs, and the 7 wood is one of my essentials of those 7 clubs. Sound advice Andy!

[@kenmorbey676]

I started playing golf when 20 or 21 degrees was a five wood! My five wood these days is 17.5 degrees and brought the 7 into my bag initially with a second hand G25 and now upgraded to second hand PXG 0211 i honestly don’t think the the club will ever come out of my bag. On windy days I now sometimes carry a 3 iron as well and adjustability gives the seven wood even more value. Great video Andy, you certainly looked like you enjoyed it

[@lioneldaigle453]

I just got a 9 wood because I’m a 24 handicap and it has been awesome 😎

[@johnnewman7605]

U r right Andy. I have played with a 7 wood in the bag for a couple of years and more often than not break 90 at the ripe old age of 70.

[@timdench2583]

I recently swapped out my 7 wood for a 9 wood. Although there is only 1 degree between them, I get far better results with the 9 wood. Good video Andy.

[@sandersson2813]

I've got a 15 wood😂

[@timdench2583]

@@sandersson2813 wow! What iron does it replace?

[@sandersson2813]

@@timdench2583 Sand wedge.

[@chrisengland1]

Love every 7 wood I've had - must have club - Im 14 hip & same distances as you on 7w & driver - hit a record 78 the other day - 7w is just so accurate

[@gregschulte2953]

hitting different clubs for fun a few years ago and tried a 7 wood, been in my bag ever since, replaced 3 iron. Then dropped 4 iron for hybrid. Just makes things easier for the amatuer. I play to a 10.

[@davidtison905]

I put one in my bag 3 years ago when I had a shoulder replacement. It's my go to as you present here.

[@Filmbuf-g2k]

Spot on...I'm a new golfer 55 years old and par 4s and 5s I always grab the driver even though I'm probably only happy with 1 out of 3 drives....will get myself a 7 wood and give it a go ....

[@donaldwhitfield2794]

I’ve been carrying a 7 wood in the bag for about 8 months now it’s a reliable 205 yards off the tee and fairly reliable 200 yards off the fairway! What I really love about the 7wood is hitting into a green from 200 yards out is the trajectory of the ball is high enough that I can hold greens from that distance! Happy to add that this summer I’ve been able to drop my handicap about 5 full strokes into the single digits! (9.4 to date)

[@alanreken6544]

Love my 7 and 9 woods for that reason.

[@larryewing3233]

I pulled my 3w out of the bag and dont miss it. Using 5w 7w 9w and 11w. I have more woods than irons in my bag.

[@TheEoinHoward]

Love the videos! Super content as ever. Down to earth. Just bought a 7w today and then this video popped up. Been stuck at 101 for months 😭😭😭

[@TheAverageGolfer]

Good luck 🤞

[@epicragegaming2016]

i play a 5 and 9 wood. my 5 wood is my best club. 9 wood is just so much easier to hit than a 5 iron. im also hoping to get my daughter out golfing, she turns 2 in 2 weeks!

[@paulg1358]

Bought the ParadymX 7 wood a month ago. Hybrid 3 is now out. 7 wood is staying in my bag forever!

[@johnarmstrong1452]

I totally agree with you about using a 7 wood. I use this club and must admit it is my go to club. I have found by using this club successfully it has helped my confidence when using other clubs in the bag. It has definitely contributed to getting my handicap down this year.

[@TheAverageGolfer]

It is a very valid point how gaining confidence in one club can breed through to others in the bag 👍

[@hambiscuit9943]

My 7 wood is my favorite club; however my driver is my 2nd favorite club, easy to hit and the extra yardage helps reduce the # of strokes per hole. Remember if you can't hit um good hit um more often⛳️

[@markmay184]

I’ve got a 7 wood in the bag and it gets a lot of use. Tee, fairway, rough and putting from the fringes of the 2nd cut of the green - very versatile and consistent

[@TonyHammer61]

I have a driver. I don't have a 3 wood but I do have a 5 wood as well as Ping G430 7 & 9 woods. They are superb and SO forgiving

[@LanceCampeau]

At 50, I hit my Adams V4 hybrid #4 about 220+ with a good smack (driver head speed is 110+). Was using a 24 degree 9 wood earlier this season with the roughly same results but the shaft was a bit too long and I miss-hit frequently. May switch to a 7 wood as I get older and lose club head speed, but for now this hybrid #4 is giving me all the distance I need and they are just way easier to strike. I don't have any fairway woods in my bag anymore.

[@stephenboyd5367]

A friend of mine challenged me to choke up on my 20° Callaway Mavrik Heavenwood on a par three after my 8 iron missed the green. Result: on the green for a birdie. This added another dimension to the club. Next challenge; chipping. Very insightful video as well as the one about clubs to exit the bag. 👍

[@fraserthomson349]

Couldnt agree more Andy. I got a 7 wood about 10 years ago and quite literally changed my game. Helps off tee on par 4s and long 3s. Great for 2nd shots on long par 4s and par 5s. Best club in my bag without a shadow of a doubt.

[@warwickwhatley9549]

Great video Andy. I got fitted for Ping G430 for 5&7 woods. Amazing results, no longer use a 3 wood. Keep the informative videos coming.

[@jessecooper9795]

5 capper here and I've been carrying a 21 degree callaway uw for quite a while. Definitely one of the best stroke saving clubs a golfer can have. Btw, it's a crazy good option to chip with

[@garyp1803]

I'm playing off 13.8 currently and I have used my Ping G425 max 7 wood for a couple of years now, best club I've ever used, it's a great club to use off the tee, but also fantastic for smashing your second shot on a long par4/5.

[@kenlietp]

hi thank you for the advice, I used to have a 7-wood but have replaced it with a 3i hybrid.

[@ianpowolny6455]

I had a 7 wood for many years. It was one of the best clubs I ever had. I then took lessons and was taught how to use a driver. Now in my early 70’s I’m changing my all my clubs. Next but A flex 7 wood!

[@joshl149]

Started playing a 4 wood off the tee, lost a few yards but fairways hit and balls in play have significantly improved. Planning to try a 2 wood instead of a driver in the near future and adding a 7 wood to the bag as well.

[@GONADSable]

Great video and I have always loved 7woods and have always fought with drivers and searched for the perfect one and found that higher lofted drivers work best for me 14degrees perfect

[@YayaGolf777]

I use a Stealth HD 7 wood and love it. Got rid of my 5 wood and rarely use my 3 wood, but for my game I do use it in certain situations. I hit my 7 wood way better and about 20 yards longer than the 5. Great vid Andy!

[@888Longball]

I was fitted by Titleist with a 7-wood last fall. I love it and use it a lot. If I don't have a good lie, it is a much better choice than a 3-wood.

[@jonbuikema7399]

Agree! I have one but only use sometimes where par 3s are pushing 180-190. I still have some speed so the flight can get a bit too high. I do regularly use a 5 wood. Ditch those 3 woods! Age 57, 3-4 hcp, 96-100 driver SS. The other tip would be for people to use one more club into greens.

[@davidhudson4653]

I have a 7 wood and love it I don’t use it off the tee because I hit my driver very straight and can work it left or right on demand, I have a 3 wood & a 5 wood also both of which I hit off the fairway and tees. I can’t use hybrids I don’t know which way they are going to go left or right. So my 7 wood is my rescue club and for getting soft landing long shots.

[@davidfeeney1071]

I’ve played a 7 wood for years. It’s my go to “cheat stick”. Love them

[@richardcarlson112]

I have a 5 & 9 wood. I love them both. They are very easy to hit and they’re straight and good in the rough (especially the 9). With my 5, I can get 85% of the distance I get from a driver. I also feel a lot more confident using them.

[@harrypsaunders]

There you go, liked and subscribed. I've just got swapped my 3 wood for a Cleveland Halo XL 7 wood and the it goes around the same distance for me. My swing speed is fairly low and always had the problem with the 3 off the deck to get any distance, or get it straight. Every shot with the 7 has been straight or with a slight draw, so I'm a happy bunny. Cheers!

[@Stuart-t7y]

Brilliant video. Thanks again for great straightforward advice

[@moyhennabuchanan1076]

Thank you for another option but, thanks to a previous vlog of yours, we've cracked 13.5° BRNR mini-driver off the fairway and (shortish) rough on top of teeing-off, now, too and it's awesome.

[@josephdubiel7129]

I love my Ping G 425 7 Wood. Been in the bag for the last two years.

[@DonAl9114]

Hello Andy , you are absolutely right with your recommendation. Thank you. 😊😊😊

[@jpdst29]

I played my local course one day with my 7 wood as a replacement for my driver (it got damaged during a flight) and I ended up shaving 6 strokes off my score and didn’t lose a single ball. I was impressed to say the least.

[@mistersooty]

I had a 7 wood for a while. It was good but I topped it a lot from the fairway. I swapped it for a 5 wood and a 4 hybrid. (Ditched my 3 wood also). The 5 wood gives me just as much forgiveness off the tee with a little more distance, and I find the 4 hybrid easier to hit from the fairway.

[@briantreadwell2206]

Tried out a 7W some time back, great in fitting and range but not the banker I needed on the course. Loving the hybrid and 4i U505 (Titleist)

[@robertbeato2795]

7 wood has been the best club in my bag for a while. Currently game the qi10 core model 7w. Incredible.

[@philipchurch4205]

Shot my best ever rnd at that lovely course, 79, a true hidden gem Holywell

[@nigelhockenhull8435]

I’m just recovering from having 2nd hip replaced, the last 2 rounds prior to the operation I used 8 clubs and shot 86 and 84. When I start playing again my bag will be, 3W with heavy 7 wood shaft, 9W 5H single length 7H(!) strong 9i,😂 high toe 54 wedge and putter, all carried in a short legged carry bag. Simplifying golf is key. The 5 and 7 h will bee used for chipping. I might put in my driver 12.5 degree with 3 wood shaft and 10 grammes extra weight in the head (goes the same distance as standard length but more accurate )

[@nycabilifeisgreat9768]

Thanks 4 your continued encouragement about the benefits 7 wood! I've DEMOED the Ping and new Taylor Made new clubs and seems like a GREAT replacement 4 my 3 Wood that never comes out of my bag ! LOL ! Thanks again ! Regards,

[@frankcrowe4375]

I gave up electric trolleys and have a pencil bag.A driver, a 5 wood 4 6 8 irons wedge and putter but I agree a 7 wood or a decent rescue is better than a 4 iron. I can hit a driver with a safe fade. My 5 wood is cranked up a bit.

[@laurentsamson8927]

I don't use a 7w because I don't have one. But the main point in your video is the best point I try sometimes to tell to some of my partners. Those partners who always ask me why I use my 5w or 4i on T-Off while them use their driver. I'm able to hit about 225yds with my 5w and my chances to hit it straight are well better than with my D1 or even my 3w. It's often enough on many holes over an average 6000yds golf course to be left with a middle or a short iron shot for the 2nd shot.

[@markryan2896]

Love the idea. I have a Callaway UW at 21* that won’t be leaving my bag anytime soon, love it. I love some of the comments of removing the driver for a 4wood. I’ll give it a go this weekend of leaving the driver out and play the Stealth2 plus 5wood at 16* and the UW.🤘🏻🤘🏻🇦🇺

[@TheAverageGolfer]

Good luck 🤞

[@themonacoartguy3421]

I have a Mizuno mp 001 7 wood which I got new in 2008 (I think). It is my favourite club and I tee off with it a lot as well as using it on the fairway. I have the same club in a 3 and I don't carry a driver.

[@BaldyFella]

I've just got rid of my driver and 3-wood and got myself a BRNR Mini-driver and an old cobra 23 deg 7-wood. I have a 3 and 4 hybrid also. Driver and 3-wood cost me more shots than I care to mention.

[@wildterriers]

For me, a 7 wood is a great club out on the fairway. Better than most hybrids in fact. But, I will still use my driver off the tee on most par 4s and 5s.

[@CAL4Eagles]

Gave a like for the truth you mention about high handicappers & driver. For me (over 50, plus 30 handicap) I try NOT to hit my driver unless I'm on a wide fairway par 5. For tight fairways I've been using a 3 wood or 5 wood. I carry a 7 wood instead of a 3 iron. Also, I carry a 56 degree wedge but not a 60.

[@barrymurton8988]

I’ve got the callaway heavenwood and it’s great.

[@bobsanders8030]

Great advice. I love my 7 wood. Even flies out of divots.

[@rolfvandulst1605]

My longest iron is a 5 and then move to 7 & 5 woods, both of which I hit fairly consistently. I still carry a driver though. It might be time to leave it out of the bag and see how I perform. 🤔🤔

[@swabs7004]

The definition of madness is doing the same thing, over and over, and expecting a different result. I've bought 3 drivers over the past few years and still haven't broken 100 . Time for a change 😂

[@willemflach9834]

Just ordered a 7 wood. Thank you Andy.

[@TheAverageGolfer]

Enjoy!

[@samuelcollie2050]

Good advice but it's golfer dependent IMO. I'm quite a bit older than you. I hit my driver OK most of the time. I've lost a lot of distance and now only about 5 yards between say a 7 iron and an 8. I have an older 5 hybrid that is my go to club as I have confidence that I'll hit it well. I am going to get fit and see what combination of lofted woods vs hybrids make sense. Also, I probably don't need say 7-wedge. Maybe 8 and wedge but fitting will sort that out. All that to say I'll probably end up with fewer clubs in the bag.

[@mattforst6591]

Good stuff. I use 7 wood and love it. I might trade in for a 9 wood because the 7 is a little redundant with my 5 hybrid Smoke Max HL. And the 9 wood could get over really high trees and fill a gap after my 6 iron.

[@timdench2583]

This is exactly what I did. The 9 wood is not my ‘go to’ club. I’d highly recommend the swap.

[@shakeyfly]

I can hit my 4 iron and 5 wood. I hit them pretty far and straight. But three off the tee with driver, missed putts and poor chipping is preventing me from breaking 90. My last 6 rounds 90 or 91

[@garethmorgan7474]

Great little video Andy, I might try 7 wood one day can't hit a driver at all but then I can't hit 2 iron really well

[@2bNIKEt1]

I bought a Mizuno ST-G 5-wood that practically swallowed my 3-wood whole, kicking it from the bag entirely. My 3-hybrid is used in a very versatile manner like how you showed here. Jack of all trades kind of club, but I’ll take the 5-wood off the tee.

[@paulgouge1896]

It depends on your swing speed, conditions where you play (wind) and iron lofts. Some new 4 irons have 19 loft, which is 1 weaker than a traditional 2 iron. Summary: lower swing speed = higher lofted clubs.

[@aw7425]

Excellent advice young Lad

[@marktaylor3657]

Thought provoking video. My 5 and 7 woods are the most consistent in my bag. But can I be disciplined enough to leave the driver alone? I’ll give it a try. Thanks Andy

[@TheAverageGolfer]

Good luck!

[@paulbrown7425]

I use a 5 fairway wood 21 loft TaylorMade RBZ my go to club

[@KevinVanic]

I go driver of course. But the Taylor made mini driver and 7w are go too

[@judyeinberg2157]

Hi, could you mention help for women in the length of the shafts or anything to help. I’m 80 and want to continue with my golf. Quite an exciting video. Thanks. Judy Einberg australia.

[@TheAverageGolfer]

Great to hear from you Judy and hope the golf is going well? I think the same applies to men and women, it is simply about matching swing speed to shaft weight, flex and length, there are some incredibly good lightweight shafts now that will potentially help your game, good luck

[@stephenthompson1998]

I have driver,5&7wood and 4 hybrid, if I was to dump a club or two I would keep the 5 wood and the 4 hybrid

[@amosshearer1137]

I think all golfers should look at what strokes a 7 wood will save them. Course dependant obviously, on my home course (parkland) hitting a four iron three times in the first three holes vs three seven woods (210 yd wedge) is a no brainer. How it would fare on a windy links vs a four iron would need to be tested.

[@eddiegolf]

One length 3 hybrid is even easier to hit than a 7 wood without the excessively high ball flight.

[@MrBarrynicholas]

The idea of the 7 wood is, good distance with no roll. Ideal for stopping on the greens. The hybrid has a low flight and too much roll.

[@drumcatnau]

@@MrBarrynicholas Not for anyone with any speed at all.

[@MrBarrynicholas]

@@drumcatnau Tell that to DJ

[@drumcatnau]

@@MrBarrynicholas I think you missed this… I'm saying that hybrids have stopping power if you have speed; not that 7-woods are bad for players with speed.

[@thomassimmons2989]

I’m currently testing between a 7 wood 21 and a 3HY wood. I think the ideal solution will be to have an inch taken of the 7 wood to create a 180-200yard fairway finder

[@robster230]

HeavenWood :) love mine you're absolutely right, it's a confidence club

[@alfred1577]

What do you recommend, should a 7 or 9 wood be fitted or is a standard one adequate?

[@somsuvrasarkar4938]

Thanks for the advise. I have one question. I carry a 3 hybrid nd a 4 hybrid. If I get 7 wood, it will hav same loft as 4 hybrid. So how will the 7 wood over power the 4 hybrid. And if I carry a 3 hybrid, do I need a 7 wood?

[@lewisfamily4010]

Great video Andy, you've got me thinking. I've never used a 7 wood but have hybrids ranging from 4 down to 2, I struggle with the 2 but like the 3. Would a 7 wood be a better alternative do you think?

[@TheAverageGolfer]

I would simply suggest you need to try one of you can

[@edwardfothergill6156]

What is the difference between a 7 wood & a 4 hybrid? My 3 hybrid is the 19deg & so is my 5 wood. One of them will come out this winter! Both are the same length shaft. The only difference is the head size & I tend to use the 5w off the tee & the 3h off the fairway. I hit the 5w slightly further but that may be because it’s off a tee? I must admit I have always used Wilson & did have a 7 wood which I ditched when I had the 4h. Wilson don’t appear to do a 7w!

[@TheAverageGolfer]

Length of shaft should be very different? Hybrid should be 2” shorter

[@keyboardoracle1044]

If my back holds up this summer I’m treating myself to a new bag. Thinking driver, 16.5° 3/4wood, 7 wood, 5hybrid, 6-pw. 50° and 56° cbx4 wedges. I have about a 95mph swing speed. 75mph with 7iron. Normally score around 90 with my best being an 84…. What do ya’s think of this range of clubs. Suggestion or mods that might work better it’s only 12 clubs with the putter too.

[@DukeFame88]

I started playing 3 years ago. I'm 53 and the used set up in my bag is an 15* Auto Pilot...gave up with the driver. 7, 9 and PW and a 5 wood. I'm close to breaking 90.

[@simonbaines535]

7 wood won’t break 90 , a decent short game and putting will break 90

[@TheAverageGolfer]

You have to get there first

[@MrBarrynicholas]

Depends on the golfer.

[@13noman1]

I started using a 7 wood about 5-6 years ago more as a utility club (not driver replacement) and pretty regularly break 90 nowadays (and even 80 a couple of great days!). Would you use the 7 wood over say a 3 or 4 hybrid (with an eye towards a 7 club bag)?

[@KevinBrown-v4j]

Confusing part is I recently watched a video comparing a Driver vs FW wood. Its data showed the dispersion pattern for each was almost identical; thus, negating the idea of the FW wood being the more accurate, given you lost distance with the Wood compared to the Driver. So, as in all things “internet” which data do you trust more? For the curious, I personally tee off with my 5wood (which I have supreme confidence with both off the tee and the turf.) And I keep up fine with my golf buddy who always tees off with his driver. Also, so enjoyable out-driving others with my twenty year old (V-Steel) fairway wood.

[@TheAverageGolfer]

@@KevinBrown-v4j who was it that hit the driver v fairway wood?

[@ianburton9223]

Good advice Andy.

[@stevejones1563]

3 club challenge I used 7 wood 7 iron with toe down chipping and of course putter which can be the problem lol

[@stevebrandenburg122]

I know you were high on the 5 wood too. 7 wood better than having the 5 wood for comparable results? Really enjoy your videos. Thank you.

[@TheAverageGolfer]

Not necessarily I think the principal is the same, play a fairway wood with loft that you can control

[@stevebrandenburg122]

@@TheAverageGolfer Thank you for responding to me. I would have assumed you would be too busy to respond and was pleased to hear from you. I've watched your videos for the last year and always appreciate your common sense approach.

[@omartitus1240]

Hi , could not agree with you ," 7 wood" is king could not play with out it.❤

[@jjflash1645]

I’ve been using a 7w when I’m in the rough and it works great. I’ll try it instead of a driver. How should I tee it up?

[@TheAverageGolfer]

Tee it low

[@jjflash1645]

@@TheAverageGolfer 👍

[@carnivorouscanuck729]

Been carrying a 7w for over 20 yrs.Money!

[@iec7587]

When I first started to play it was Callaway Steelhead 3, 5, 7....no Driver Now I carry Driver, 3H (17degree) and 4H (21degree). IF I hit my 3W it really doesnt go much farther than my 3H, rather sacrifice 15 yards for a straighter and I cannot hit a 3W off the fairway At times I will swap out my 3D and 4H for 5W&7W or just different hybrids because as we all know it the clubs not the guy

[@ItsGambleFFS]

You wait till you discover 9 Woods. I shot 73 last weekend with this Setup: Driver 5 Wood 7 Wood 9 Wood 6 Iron - PW 46 Degree Wedge 50 Degree Wedge 54 Degree Wedge 58 Degree Wedge Putter Perfection

[@dougleclair5080]

I have a 22* 4 wood. Looking to get a 26-27* wood/hybrid