NWO Golf Links November 2015

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NWO Golf Links
with good feedback through the hands, players
will be able to tell exactly how well they struck
the ball in spite of the excellent forgiveness.
Based on launch monitor testing, I find it hard
to argue with Srixon’s premise that a heavier
head promotes more forgiveness. Even as
I worked to adjust to the unique feel of the
Z 355 driver, my ball speed stayed in the
expected range. Even more impressive, was
that the launch and spin numbers remained
consistent, even as my strikes wandered
around the face.
On the range, the Z 355 produced
high launching shots with strong, flat
trajectories and the consistency was
impressive. It’s also worth noting that
the center of gravity on this club is fairly
neutral which is a real surprise in a game
improvement club. Many new drivers are
heavily draw-biased, but this club allows you
to swing away without fear of a snap hook.
What Srixon lacks in hype, theymore thanmake
up with performance. The Srixon Z 355 driver
is a very forgiving driver that will help higher
handicap players, but also has characteristics
that will appeal to stronger players. In a deep
field of drivers, erious
consideration.