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When it comes to picking a new driver, getting a few extra yards is a key requirement for most golfers. During my best drivers of 2022 testing there were four drivers that stood out to me in terms of distance.
So I’ve got them back out and put them head to head on a drivable par-4 at Malton & Norton to see which one will be crowned the longest driver of 2022…
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Longest drivers: The contenders
In alphabetical order, the Callaway Rogue ST Max, Cobra LTDx LS, TaylorMade Stealth, and the Titleist TSi3 are the longest drivers I have tested so far this year. Each averaged more than 229 yards in my initial testing – but how will they fare out on the golf course?
I took all four to the driveable 7th hole at Malton & Norton. Can I drive the green from 259 yards, and which driver will be the longest?
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Longest drivers: The results
4. Cobra LTDx LS
Perhaps the less forgiving nature of this club hurt me here. I found the spin and launch slightly on the high side which affected my overall distance. Nonetheless still a pretty good showing from Cobra – especially as it’s at least £100 cheaper than its three rivals in this test.
Average carry distance: 230.2 yards
Average clubhead speed: 95.2 mph
Average ball speed: 137.7 mph
Average spin: 3,195 rpm
3. TaylorMade Stealth
The shaping of the TaylorMade Stealth really helped me drive up my swing speed. I clocked my fastest clubhead speed of the test with this driver up at 97.5 mph. However I would definitely need a fitting to find a way to reduce spin and launch angle if I was going to put this in play as these numbers jumped up compared to the SIM2 Max.
Average carry distance: 235.7 yards
Average clubhead speed: 97 mph
Average ball speed: 139.6 mph
Average spin: 3,319 rpm
2. Callaway Rogue ST Max
Although I hit my longest ball of the test with the Callaway, its average distance was two yards shy of taking the title. It was interesting to see such a forgiving driver do so well in terms of carry distance.
Average carry distance: 238.4 yards
Average clubspeed: 94.4 mph
Average ball speed: 139.7 mph
Average spin: 2,657 rpm
1. Titleist TSi3
The Titleist TSi3 produced some incredibly long drives and also had a really consistent shot shape. My longest shot carried 245.1 yards, and my front to back dispersion was just nine yards. That’s some seriously consistent distance.
Average carry distance: 240.8 yards
Average clubhead speed: 95.7 mph
Average ball speed: 139.6 mph
Average spin: 2,539 rpm
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