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GOLF MAGAZINE July 2005
July 2005
Callaway custom-fit two readers with new drivers. Their amazing results tell you how important it is to have personalized specs
By JOSHA HILL
Associate Editor, GOLF MAGAZINE
Fitee: Dave Hauri

Age: 37

Handicap: 16

Occupation: Medical sales

Old Driver: Callaway Great Big Bertha II Pro Series, 8.5º, GBB System 60 graphite shaft, firm flex


Daniel Hennessy

New Fitted Driver: Callaway Big Bertha Fusion FT-3, 10º, Draw weight Bias, GBB System 60 graphite shaft, firm flex

Fitter: Randy Peterson, Callaway Manager of R&D Fitting Development
"Dave comes at the ball too steeply, hitting it too high on an open face, which is a typical slice move. half the fitting process is making the player aware of the major flaws. I wanted Dave to feel comfortable hitting the ball to the left. So the draw-bias Fusion was perfect."

Know your limits

Dave's old 8.5º Pro Series GBB II driver only enhanced his slice. The club is designed with 1º open face for better players who fight the left side of the fairway. And in general, the higher the loft the more the driver will draw.

Ball Speed Backspin Sidespin Carry Distance Total Distance
Before 118.4 mph 3,657 rpm 1,686 rpm 166 yards 184 yards
After 130.3 mph 2,530 rpm 315 rpm 208 yards 233 yards

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