Titleist 975 J-VS Titanium Drivers

Titleist 975 J-VS Titanium Drivers 

DESCRIPTION

A tour-proven, 312cc cousin of the 975J. The 975J•VS is the most played Titleist driver on the PGA Tour. The head has been weighted to enhance players who prefer a straight to drawing ball flight.

USER REVIEWS

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[Jul 09, 2003]
Jose
Shoots in the 80s
Model Reviewed: 975 JV-S

O.K Guys...this is a review you must read! I agree with a lot of guys on here that put ABSOLUTELY NO CLOUT in punks with 120 MPH clubhead speeds shooting in the 90's trying to tell you about equipment. I shoor in the low 80's and have yet to break into the 70's but I have had many opportunities. My problem is coming off a shot here and there that turns into a couple of double...maybe even a triple in each round. I think all drivers should be measured against the best...the 975D. I knew this was a tough driver to hit when I first got it but i believed firmly that this club would actually help me improve my swing...as opposed to getting away with just hammering the ball. It took me about 3 or 4 months to get used to it and I could work the ball off the tee at will..my normal shot shape is right to left (Draw). The feeling with the D was the tough thing to get used to coming off a GBB. Very solid but muted aloong with a thwack sound. Then I tried a JVS and man what a difference! Feel wise..this club feels like its firing bullets. Solid but VERY LIVELY and great sound. I have been playing with a Tour Stiff EI-70 for a few years now...but after reading the reviews about the YS-6...i figured what the heck...and it feels almost idential to the EI-70 but I am playing an X flex ad the YS series in the #6 plays a little softer. I have gained a good bit of distance...20 yards or so but it's not so much the club as it is swinging harder as you have more room for error. Now...here's the key part...I am a firm believer that you will be more accurate and improve your swing with the D but the JV-S is much more forgiving. I am hitting considerably less actual FAIRWAYS...so I am not that far off but never the less not on the fairway. I have posted some low 9 hole scores...unfortunately the other nine is what kills me as far as breaking into the 70's. Final verdict...I will be sticking witht he JV-S but will NEVER get rid of my D. If anything...I will go to the heavier YS-7 series or back to the old EI-70 in order to gain more control if neccessary. Now, my clubhead speed is between 110 and 115 on a good full swing but I probably AVERAGE 105-110 and if you ask me how far I hit my driver I would say around 270-275. Not 300+ like some of these jabronis claim. For you first time readers...don't waste your time reading any reviews where the reviewer shoots in the 90's...heck be skeptical of 80's shooters as well. Ask any golfer...there is a big difference between an 8 or 9 handicapper and an 18! I suggest read the 80's reviews to see what they say...but put more weight in the 70's and scratch reviews. AND NEVER BELIEVE the 90 or 100 golfer playing X-Stiff proline drivers claiming to have a 110+ swing speed. Even if he is telling you the truth...he is an idiot for having to swing that hard when he can't even keep the ball on the face of the planet...and much less in play! One final word...Titleist makes bullet proof equipment and resale value is the best. The only thing is that Titleist traditionally does not make Game Improvement clubs in the sense that you can swing like a mad man and get away withit...that's Callaways job..and they are good at it. However...if you want to elevate your game and are seriouos about it..look for equipment that will bring out your natural swing and LEARN to improve your swing...ultimately you will enjoy the game much more. If you are a corporate weekend scramble hacker...by all means..Huge cavity backs and huge drivers will benefit you the most!

Customer Service

Never had an occassion to call them!

Similar Products Used:

Callaway GBB, Titleist 975D, Nike, Mizuno Forged

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
5
[Jul 09, 2003]
Jose
Shoots in the 80s
Model Reviewed: 975 JV-S

O.K Guys...this is a review you must read! I agree with a lot of guys on here that put ABSOLUTELY NO CLOUT in punks with 120 MPH clubhead speeds shooting in the 90's trying to tell you about equipment. I shoor in the low 80's and have yet to break into the 70's but I have had many opportunities. My problem is coming off a shot here and there that turns into a couple of double...maybe even a triple in each round. I think all drivers should be measured against the best...the 975D. I knew this was a tough driver to hit when I first got it but i believed firmly that this club would actually help me improve my swing...as opposed to getting away with just hammering the ball. It took me about 3 or 4 months to get used to it and I could work the ball off the tee at will..my normal shot shape is right to left (Draw). The feeling with the D was the tough thing to get used to coming off a GBB. Very solid but muted aloong with a thwack sound. Then I tried a JVS and man what a difference! Feel wise..this club feels like its firing bullets. Solid but VERY LIVELY and great sound. I have been playing with a Tour Stiff EI-70 for a few years now...but after reading the reviews about the YS-6...i figured what the heck...and it feels almost idential to the EI-70 but I am playing an X flex ad the YS series in the #6 plays a little softer. I have gained a good bit of distance...20 yards or so but it's not so much the club as it is swinging harder as you have more room for error. Now...here's the key part...I am a firm believer that you will be more accurate and improve your swing with the D but the JV-S is much more forgiving. I am hitting considerably less actual FAIRWAYS...so I am not that far off but never the less not on the fairway. I have posted some low 9 hole scores...unfortunately the other nine is what kills me as far as breaking into the 70's. Final verdict...I will be sticking witht he JV-S but will NEVER get rid of my D. If anything...I will go to the heavier YS-7 series or back to the old EI-70 in order to gain more control if neccessary. Now, my clubhead speed is between 110 and 115 on a good full swing but I probably AVERAGE 105-110 and if you ask me how far I hit my driver I would say around 270-275. Not 300+ like some of these jabronis claim. For you first time readers...don't waste your time reading any reviews where the reviewer shoots in the 90's...heck be skeptical of 80's shooters as well. Ask any golfer...there is a big difference between an 8 or 9 handicapper and an 18! I suggest read the 80's reviews to see what they say...but put more weight in the 70's and scratch reviews. AND NEVER BELIEVE the 90 or 100 golfer playing X-Stiff proline drivers claiming to have a 110+ swing speed. Even if he is telling you the truth...he is an idiot for having to swing that hard when he can't even keep the ball on the face of the planet...and much less in play! One final word...Titleist makes bullet proof equipment and resale value is the best. The only thing is that Titleist traditionally does not make Game Improvement clubs in the sense that you can swing like a mad man and get away withit...that's Callaways job..and they are good at it. However...if you want to elevate your game and are seriouos about it..look for equipment that will bring out your natural swing and LEARN to improve your swing...ultimately you will enjoy the game much more. If you are a corporate weekend scramble hacker...by all means..Huge cavity backs and huge drivers will benefit you the most!

Customer Service

Never had an occassion to call them!

Similar Products Used:

Callaway GBB, Titleist 975D, Nike, Mizuno Forged

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
5
[Jun 19, 2003]
Tim P
Shoots in the 90s
Model Reviewed: 975J-VS 8.5*

Wow, am I the first on this new review spot? OK, then I better not lie. My drives are in the 260 range. My scores reflect my problem via that thang they call the "Short game". Anyway, I have always been happy with my drives. Now with this updated club in my bag versus my 15 year old one, I now get in the 280 range. It is indeed sweet. Used my friends and said I gotta get one of these!!! Mine has the BiMatrix True Temper shaft, works pretty darn good. I rented a 983K from a pro shop, that was very nice too, but this one just seemed sweeter for me, with more confidence. Buy one, it is worth it!!

Customer Service

Never used it.

Similar Products Used:

983K, Big Bertha duhxx

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
5
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