It could be your swing. Fast and possibly hitting it towards the heel causes excess vibration towards the hosel that can stress the shaft there. That's what I've been told by the guys at the shop. I've broken 3 driver shafts in the past and all at the same spot.
Why do golf clubs break?
There are a few reasons why golf clubs break. One reason is that the club gets too much wear and tear. When the club hits the ball, it creates a lot of stress on the club. Over time, this can cause the club to break.
Should your tee break when you hit your drive?
Should your tee break when you hit your drive? With most skilled players they will not break the tee. In most cases it will come out of the ground and pop straight up undisturbed. If it is totally undisturbed and does not leave the ground, chances are you might have caught the ball a bit "thin" or low in the face.
What to do when a golf club breaks?
Call PING on (800) 474-6434 Remember there’s no single reason why a golf club breaks. You should take every precaution possible to prevent your clubs breaking. You could follow the 9 recommended solutions, but have your club break due to not following solution 10. In most cases of a broken club, you’ll find the shaft breaking apart from the head.
Can an incorrect swing damage a golf club?
However I’ve seen enough broken of heads and bent shafts to know that’s not the case. An incorrect swing can certainly cause damage to your club. This occurs when the ball is making contact with the shaft instead of the club head.
Is it common to break a golf driver?
Given the high prices we usually pay for them, and the fact that they are made of metal, we would be right to assume that golf clubs should not break very easily. But sadly, we are sometimes proven wrong. Strong and durable as they may be, golf clubs can indeed break, and it can happen for a number of reasons.
How long do golf drivers last?
five yearsHow Long Should A Driver Last? How Many Rounds? If you play thirty to forty rounds per year, a reasonable number for an average golfer, your driver should easily last five years. This includes range time and any mulligans/provisional balls you may need.
How often should you replace your golf driver?
3 to 5 yearsKeep in mind that 3 to 5 years of use is a general guideline and differs for all golfers. If you play 30 to 40 rounds per year then based on normal wear and tear you should consider getting a new driver every 5 years. If you play less than that, then you could wait for 5 to 7 years.
Can a broken golf driver be fixed?
A cracked golf driver in most cases cannot be repaired but can be replaced. In pro golf stores, the golf shafts can be replaced with a new one to make you kick start afresh. Replacing a shaft is an easy process which saves both money and time.
Do drivers break easily?
Drivers are usually the biggest and most expensive club in your bag, but they are also among the most fragile. One mishit could send the clubhead flying farther than the ball. Here's a list of 10 amateurs unintentionally breaking drivers.
How do you know if your golf driver is damaged?
If there's a crack anywhere, water will find its way inside and you'll notice something's wrong with your club. You can see pretty quickly if bubbles are starting to be formed anywhere on the head, that will indicate that the driver is cracked.
Do golf drivers lose their pop?
A golf driver can go dead and lose its pop when there is a crack, or defect, in the club face. This can be caused by faulty manufacturing or weakness in the driver head, and affects distance and performance.
Are 30 year old golf clubs still good?
There is no evidence that golf clubs deteriorate over time. Well maintained clubs will last a lifetime. 10+ year old clubs should be checked for better options but clubs less than 5 years old do not need replacing except for wear and tear issues to which wedges and forged irons are most vulnerable.
Does TaylorMade replace broken drivers?
If you have broken your club, please take it in to your nearest retailer for evaluation. The retailer will call in the damaged club, and have it sent in to us for repair/replacement. To exercise our two year warranty on our clubs, you do not need a receipt or proof of purchase unless it is specifically requested.
How much is it to replace a driver head?
What is this? The cost of replacing the shaft, excluding the shaft, is in the range between $25 and $45. This includes the cost of the grip and approximately $20 in labor cost. Adjustable shafts may require a sleeve adaptor that can set you back in the region of $14.
How much does it cost to get a driver Reshafted?
The cost of reshafting a golf driver is between $15 and $45 USD. The labor cost of reshafting is usually around $20 USD. However, the actual overall cost can also depend on the materials used as well as the type of grip and shaft you are looking at.
Can you reuse a broken driver shaft?
Once a golf club shaft has been broken, it cannot be repaired, but it can easily be replaced. Shafts can be replaced at golf pro shops and most golf stores, but it is also a fairly easy project to do yourself.
What happens if you don't secure your golf cart?
Similarly, if clubs are not properly secured when using a golf cart, they will rattle about relentlessly, taking increasing amounts of damage over time. Worse yet, a bag that is not properly strapped in could fall from the back, which can easily cause some serious damage to your clubs. Solution:
How to prevent a golf club from breaking?
Golf club breakages can occur for a number of reasons, but there are steps that you as a player can take to prevent it from happening. Keep them dry, and store them in a cool and secure location. Watch where you’re swinging; be careful of trees, rocks, and other obstacles, and try to avoid those fat shots.
What happens if you hit a golf club with a solid ball?
If your club comes into contact with something solid (that isn’t a golf ball) during your swing, it is very likely to suffer substantial damage.
How to get rid of rust on golf clubs?
Solution: Use a golf towel to dry off your clubs after a rainy round. Always store your clubs in a dry location inside, or at least under shelter.
What causes a golf club to break?
1. Rust. Where there’s metal, there’s also rust. Especially wet metal. A rusted shaft is one of the most common causes of golf club breakage. If water manages to find its way to the inside of your club, then you’re probably in for some trouble.
Do you need a headcover for a 3 wood putter?
Irons are more robust, and generally don’t warrant the use of headcovers. But your drivers, 3 woods, and hybrids won’t stand up well to club rattling, so they should always be protected. Many players also use a headcover for their putter.
Can a dodgy swing break a golf club?
Most of the time, this will simply result in a bad shot. But every once in a while, a dodgy swing can result in a broken club.
1. Intentional Abuse
Starting with the most apparent reason that golf clubs break is intentional abuse.
4. Not Protecting them On The Cart
Just because your golf clubs are on your golf cart does not mean they are protected.
6. Keeping them in the trunk
Keeping your golf clubs in the trunk of your car may seem like a great storage solution.
7. Club Touching Each Other In The Bag
We already reviewed the importance of headcovers, and we talked about making sure your clubs are strapped on the cart as well.
8. Bad Golf Clubs
Sometimes golf clubs break simply because they aren’t good golf clubs.
Do golf drivers go dead?
Golf drivers are extremely durable and should not go dead, or lose their ‘pop’, over time provided there is no damage to the club head (such as cracks, or dents).
Do you need to break in a golf driver?
There is no need to break in a new golf driver. Unlike a wooden baseball or cricket bat, which may require some knocking in first before using it in competition, your driver should be ready to use from the moment you buy it. Simply unwrap it, step onto the first tee, and let fly!
SupaR6
Hey all, new to the forum and relatively new to golf as well so thanks in advance for any replies/advise. Several friends and I decided within the last few months we'd take up the sport inline with disc golf, giving us a lot of options for outdoor activities here in TX.
satchmodog
I've had it happen twice. Once on a brand new club, the other on a 15 year old. Both graphite shafts.
NJpatbee
I had (still sometimes have) a bad habit of leaving my clubs in my car for most of the Summer. I have had club heads fly off but never had a driver head snap off. Do you leave your clubs in extreme heat?
Vinsk
Hey all, new to the forum and relatively new to golf as well so thanks in advance for any replies/advise. Several friends and I decided within the last few months we'd take up the sport inline with disc golf, giving us a lot of options for outdoor activities here in TX.
pgone
Poor shaft tip prepping or poor countersink creating a sharp edge to cut shaft...Take your pick
bones75
I knew a guy who did this when he first started golf, but he knew exactly what was happening. He was hitting the ball w/ the shaft on some of his misses. It wasn't one strike that did it, but a series of misses would weaken/damage his shaft right near the hozzle...
SupaR6
You sure you're hitting them solidly and not catching them really far into the heel or hosel?
What does it mean when your driver's tee is spinning backwards?
If the tee is breaking or popping out of the ground and spinning backwards that is a sign that you are coming in too steep and hitting down on the ball.
Can you break a tee in golf?
With most skilled players they will not break the tee. In most cases it will come out of the ground and pop straight up undisturbed. If it is totally undisturbed and does not leave the ground, chances are you might have caught the ball a bit "thin" or low in the face.
EdgewoodJones
Hitting my Ping G25 today at the range and the head broke off at impact right at the hosel. My driver shaft sort of shredded and the club didn't actually come off until my follow through and flew up in the air and landed about 10 feet from me. It was really weird.
luke1333
Happened to me years ago when I had an r7 super quad. The shaft wasn't stiff enough for me so it just sheared off at hosel. Scared me to death when it happened. Got a stiffer shaft and never happened since
Nessism
If you hit a lot of shots off the heal the probability of the shaft breaking increases greatly. To answer the question as posed in the title, NO. I've never broken a driver head off at impact.
autronicdsm
If you hit a lot of shots off the heal the probability of the shaft breaking increases greatly.
Enfynet
Happened to me with a driver and 3W. Installed the shafts myself and did not use collared ferrule when I should have. After couple of buckets at the range I started hearing clicking and when I pulled it out it pretty much broke all around right at the hosel in both clubs.
ElJefe26
I once lost a 3w head by hitting a couple balls in a row off the hosel, a long long time ago.
