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08-19-2005 09:22 AM #1
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Driver Lie Angle
Hi all,
I was looking into a few of the SMT driver heads on their website, and I noticed that the DB 455 has a lie angle of 56 degrees, while the Spectrum's is 58 degrees.
This is not a SMT question, though. I have a natural draw tendancy off the tee, and would not need a driver to add to this.
My question is: Does a driver's lie angle contribute to ball flight characteristics (i.e.draw / fade)?
Thanks,
amac
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08-29-2005 08:12 PM #2
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The lie angle on the SMT clubheads are flatter in order to be used in long drive clubs. If the lie angle is too upright on a 52 inch club, the clubhead will be resting on the heel and the toe will be pointing up at address. Lie angles for woods have a minor effect on accuracy (The Golfsmith Practical Clubfitting Program by Tom Wishon). Face angle (open, square, closed ( or hook)) has a major effect on accuracy ( The Golfsmith Practical Clubfitting Program by Tom Wishon ). An offset hosel helps in reducing excessive fades/slices.
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08-30-2005 04:43 PM #3
http://www.rjclubmaker.com/SearchForClub.htm
Apparently Tom wishon's new book is a dandy and reflects today's reality.
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08-30-2005 08:26 PM #4
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Golfsmith lost one of the best in the business when he left. They still have a great line up of clubheads but some of them are a little iffy.
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