A driver is one of the most important clubs in your bag. It sets the tone for every round, providing distance, accuracy, and consistency off the tee. But not all drivers are built the same and not all golfers benefit from the same setup.
At Nine by Nine Golf, we don’t just sell drivers we custom-build them in-house to tour-level standards, ensuring each one is precisely tuned to your swing. From club length and spine alignment to weight positioning with hot melt and grip selection, every element is built to the tightest tolerances for peak performance.
With so many options available, choosing the right driver can feel overwhelming. Here’s what you need to know.
Loft & Ball Flight
Loft plays a major role in how high and far your drives travel. Most drivers range from 8° to 13.5°, and many now offer adjustable loft sleeves to fine-tune launch conditions.
Lower loft (8°–10°): Produces a lower, more penetrating ball flight. Best for higher swing speeds.
Mid-to-high loft (10.5°–13.5°): Launches higher with more carry. Ideal for maximising distance for moderate and slower swing speeds.
At Nine by Nine Golf, we can precisely adjust the loft to ensure your driver launches at the optimal angle for maximum carry and roll.
Shaft Flex & Performance
The golf shaft is the engine of your driver. Choosing the right flex helps improve distance, accuracy, and consistency.
Senior & Ladies Flex: Best for slower swing speeds, promoting more launch.
Regular Flex: A balanced option for golfers with moderate swing speeds.
Stiff & Extra Stiff Flex: Designed for faster swings, providing control and a more penetrating flight.
Clubhead Size & Forgiveness
Most drivers today are built to 460cc, the maximum legal size, which provides more forgiveness and stability. A few models are 440cc, designed for golfers seeking more workability and shot shaping.
Larger heads (460cc): More forgiving, easier to hit straight. Best for most golfers.
Compact heads (440cc): Lower spinning, more workable. Preferred by advanced players.
We help you choose the right head and adjust its internal weighting for ideal launch, spin, and stability.
Weight Distribution & Ball Flight Control
Modern drivers feature adjustable weight systems, allowing for custom tuning of ball flight and forgiveness.
Forward-weighted drivers: Reduce spin, and increase ball speed—best for maximising distance.
Back-weighted drivers: Increase spin, add forgiveness—helpful for consistency.
Heel-biased weighting: Helps correct a slice.
Toe-biased weighting: Encourages a fade.
At Nine by Nine Golf, we precisely adjust internal weighting through hot melt and weight positioning, fine-tuning your driver to deliver the ideal ball flight for your game.
Grip Selection & Feel
Your grip affects comfort, control, and shot consistency. We offer a range of sizes, textures, and materials to ensure the perfect feel in your hands. A properly fitted grip improves stability at impact, leading to better results.
Why Nine by Nine Golf? Custom-Built Drivers, Not Just Off-the-Shelf
Unlike most retailers that sell stock drivers, we custom-build every driver in-house to the same exacting standards used at the highest level of the game.
Our custom-built process can include: Precision shaft installation Tip trimming Loft and lie adjustments Swing weight balancing Hot melt & internal weighting
A stock driver might work, but a custom-built driver is optimised for you.
A custom-built driver is the best way to ensure precision, distance, and consistency off the tee. Order yours today or book a custom-fitting session with the expert Nine by Nine Golf team.
