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It's the head-to-head you've all been waiting for. The brand new Titleist GT drivers versus the brand's TSR range.
Well, let's not hang about. Here's what we think...
PROS
- All-new Seamless Thermoform Crown comprised of a new Proprietary Matrix Polymer, allows discretionary mass to be repositioned in the optimal locations
- Refined aerodynamics increase clubhead speed
- VFT face design contributes to faster ball speed on centre and off-centre strikes.
- Three head options to choose from
CONS
- No lightweight option yet but will be coming in the near future
The new Titleist GT driver stands out this year as it’s not a full titanium construction for the first time.
Each of the Titleist GT drivers features an all-new Seamless Thermoform Crown comprised of a new Proprietary Matrix Polymer. This unique, ultra-light material allowed Titleist engineers to place discretionary mass in the optimal locations for each model, providing exceptional speed and stability with GT’s Split Mass Construction.
GT maintains the classic Titleist driver look at address with a clean transition between the crown and the club’s titanium body, and the acoustic properties of the Proprietary Matrix Polymer preserve a player-preferred sound and feel. Refined aerodynamics increase clubhead speed, and a new Speed Ring and VFT face design contributes to faster ball speed on centre and off-centre strikes.
With three head options in the GT2, GT3 and GT4 there is an option in there for the majority of golfers offering distance, consistency, forgiveness and speed.
PROS
- Aerospace grade titanium face which delivers fast explosive speed
- Variable face thickness makes the sweet spots even bigger
- The mishits are even straighter and longer
- Four driver models to choose from for golfer of all skill levels
CONS
- You might have to give it up for a new model!
The Titleist TSR drivers were built on the learnings and the success of the TSi and TS drivers and were incredibly popular when they hit the tour.
The TSR range is aerodynamic and offers faster club speed for more distance. The TSR range continued with the aerospace grade titanium face which delivers fast and explosive speed with impressive distance.
The variable face thickness makes the sweet spots even bigger and the mishits even straighter and longer. The TSR3 is played by consistent ball strikers who want to have control, speed and distance.
With the adjustable CG track on the TSR3, you can dial in your desired ball flight. The TSR2 is perfect for golfers of all levels with great forgiveness and distance you have a great combination for longer straighter drives. The TSR1 is ideal for the slower swing speeds with the lighter construction, so it will be perfect to generate faster speeds and more distance.
The TSR4 is a more compact shape, with weight forward which is lower spinning for the player looking to take more spin off and get better distance and speed.
With offerings for golfers of all levels in the four head options, there is something for everyone and with the latest aerodynamic head and improved face designs.
Conclusion
The main differences between the Titleist GT and the Titleist TSR drivers is the small aerodynamic shaping changes, and the new PMP Thermocrown and Speed Ring VFT face design that you find in the latest model.
What the GT definitely has this year is a slightly different sound, but also more forgiveness and distance on mishits.
The ball speeds are higher off those off-centre strikes so the distance drop off is pretty impressive as you’ll still see long drives.
The ball speeds are fast, which I was impressed with when testing and with the three head options the GT2 delivering forgiveness and distance, the GT3 CG adjustability for the ball strikers and fast swing speeds and the GT4 is low launching and low spinning for the player who needs to control the spin.
The TSR is still one of the best drivers of 2023-2024 and that is reflected on tour. It still is one of the most popular, but the small changes have made a difference in the new Titleist GT making it that little bit more forgiving. It's small gains but it can make all the difference on the course.
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How we picked
Performance Consistency
We meticulously evaluated each piece of equipment's performance across a number of variables.
Forgiveness and Playability
With golf clubs, our assessment always considered the versatility and forgiveness levels, especially on off-centre strikes.
Innovative Technology
We scrutinise the incorporation of innovative technology in each piece of equipment we review.
Customisation
We consider factors like adjustable features and customisation options available to the buyer.
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