Why Mizuno’s ST190 drivers are their best yet
Mizuno ST190 drivers review: NCG verdict
The ST190 drivers are Mizuno’s best yet.
They are ticking every box and there are two quite different options to suit a wide range of players.
Although the ST190G seemed to be performing better for me on the day, I have no doubt the ST190 will be a bit more forgiving.
Over time I’d probably hit more fairways with the ST190 but I’d hit my longest drives with the ST190G.
I’d warn any golfer against getting seduced by super low-spinning drivers. They look great on the launch monitor but you need to be confident the dispersion isn’t going to get too wide.
So are these drivers going to tempt club golfers to overlook Callaway, TaylorMade, Ping, Titleist and Cobra?
Well, at £399 and £449 respectively they are not exactly cheap, but they are every bit as good as anything else on the market.
They are undoubtedly premium so you can’t really expect Mizuno to drop the prices too low.
Golfers can be loyal to a particular brand so unless a product is significantly better or cheaper it’s tough to ask them to switch to a different manufacturer.
With a bit more usage on tour and word getting around that the ST190 drivers are the real deal, there’s every chance these could be a success.
Mizuno ST driver details
ST190
SRP: £399
Lofts: 9.5˚ and 10.5˚ both adjustable by 2˚ either way, in left and right hand
ST190G
SRP: £449
Lofts:9˚adjustable by 2˚ either way, in right hand only
Stock shafts: A range of shafts without upcharge will be available, with new options for 2019 including Atmos Blue 5S, Atmos Red 5R, Atmos Red 5R2, Atmos Red 6R and Atmos Black TS 6S.
On sale: February, 2019
More information can be found on the Mizuno website
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James Savage
Former equipment editor of NCG. Inconsistent ball-striker and tea-maker.
