Since I loved Chipshots last post I will follow suit with her layout, it just works! So this one is for anyone who is looking for a new driver and is looking for that club that can you get off the tee consistently every time. I think I have finally found that club… The New ADAMS Insight XTD PRO! Now, I know a driver that says “Pro” on it is intimidating for us average golfers, but with the right shaft in this club it can make a huge difference and it did for me.
Here are the specs:
55g Graphite Shaft, Aldila DVS in regular flex
Adams Grip (golf pride)
Right handed 10.5 loft
45.5 inches in length
460CC head
I play to about 8 HCP and the majority of my golf is on the weekends, a few business rounds and corporate scrambles. You may have read my forum post about that subject!
I wanted to find a driver that could give me more consistency off the tee and get me that extra yardage that we all look for. I have been playing with the FT-I square driver from Callaway, so switching to the Adams 460cc head and square look was not a big deal, but if you are going from a smaller head to the huge square head it will take some getting used to. I always felt I had to change my hands and set up through the round with the Callaway, so the look and set-up aspects of a new club was going to be important. The Adams did not disappoint! Its sets up perfect and looks decent for these new crazy heads. That was a big sell for me right off the bat!
Here's what I liked:
*The overall appearance of the club as I stated looked great and the lie felt beautiful. There was no weird positioning of the club to make it look good address. Most of the new square head drivers almost appear shut to me or a club that would promote a huge hook off the tee. The Adams looks dead on!
*The grip was fine but I did change the grip to fit my hands, per the suggestion from Golf Addict. I got a few wraps and a new Winn. Comfort is everything!
*I like the overall weight of the club and the Aldila shaft was nice. Easy to swing and the regular flex helped me generate enough load on the club so I could gain a bit more speed through impact to launch the ball high and far. Never go with ego when choosing a shaft. It’s not going to do you any good with a “tour” shaft or the letter X on it just to impress your buddies. Get something right for you even if it says “very weak shaft” …who cares!
*I am not a big hitter and I swing more for production rather than distance but since this club took the Re-Max World Long Drive competition recently, I was anxious to see what if any I might gain in distance. Through five rounds with the club I found I was picking up about 8-10 yards which for me is one less club into every green at me home course. Sweet!
Here's what struck me as different:
*Being categorized as a square head it was not as pronounced to me. It was a bit rounder than most I have tried and I like the look a lot more!
*This club is actually open 2 degrees, so the set up looks wonderful. I can’t say enough about it and higher handicappers don’t be afraid of the open face, its 2 degrees. You won’t know the difference it will just look great! And that builds confidence!
*I went to a different shaft than the one that comes with this driver since I wanted a bit lighter and weaker shaft. I suggest that as well if you don’t swing at least 90mph, you just don’t need it with this shaft. Plus, you want the club to load on the way down to get that good action into impact. And since this club tends to produce a lower trajectory you will need that action to get the ball launch needed.
*I hit a number of clubs before this purchase and went from what was hailed as one of the best on the market, so I feel I made a good decision and I suggest the same for you all. Hit a few and compare it to the Adams, it’s really that good!
*The ball exploded off the tee! I loved it. No cushy feel. A nice true sound and the carry and distance was unmatched by Callaway and Nike.
My over all impression is:
The best driver I have ever hit and it’s hopefully going to make a huge difference in my game.
The added distance, look and shaft that is better for me than what came off the rack, it made a huge difference. They say a shaft can make a club which is true but, the sounds and action off this smoking hot face almost feels illegal! It’s a real bomber, but gives you the accuracy to go with it.
I am giving the new ADAMS Insight XTD PRO a solid 4 out of 5 stars, only because I had to change the shaft and grip. I totally recommend the club and I hope it will stay in my bag for a long time and keep improving my tee ball!
Thanks to Tees2Greens, Chipshot and Golf Addict for giving me something to go by. And hey for everyone else, if you are scared about posting, just copy the formats here like I did. It works and it’s easy!
