Fitting Manual

CLUB FITTING
The 2016 Club Fitting Manual builds upon our existing industry-leading fitting
methods and resources. It contains the how-to of the fitting process for fitters
of all levels and experience.
We are launching irons and hybrids together for the first time this year. Based
on our experience on tour and your feedback, fitting irons and hybrids at the
same time provides the golfer with the proper yardage gaps and the ability to
hit shots closer to the hole.
Key updates for the 2016 Fitting Manual include:
• Updated Metal fitting methods which incorporate new 816 Hybrids.
• Updated Iron fitting methods which incorporate new 716 Irons including the
use of 7-irons as the fitting iron loft.
• Added Putter Selection pages.
A paper copy of our Fitting Resources will be shipped with your fitting tools. It
includes all the charts, tables and graphs fitters use during a fitting. It may also
be downloaded at acushnetgolf.com.
We are committed to providing fitters with best-in-class fitting tools, methods
and training. Thank you for helping serious golfers with expert knowledge and
advice through your fitting efforts.
Brett C. Porath
Director, Club Fitting
PGA of America Member
CONTENTS
Titleist Club Tech
3
Driver Fitting
5
3 Metal Fitting
34
Hybrid Fitting
42
Iron Fitting
46
Wedge Fitting
60
Putter Selection
69
Youth Fitting
78
Grip Selection
87
CLUB TECH
TITLEIST CLUB TECH
•High quality fitting knowledge based upon years of Titleist
research and experience.
•Modules share fitting methods and enhance product
knowledge.
•Complete modules all at once or one at a time.
•Increases exposure – certified fitters are eligible to be listed on
www.titleist.com.
ALUMNI
•Visit http://clubtech.titleist.com and login with your username
and password.
•If you forgot your username and password both may be
retrieved at the login page.
•View the new modules and review any others.
•Pass the 2016 certification test and print a certificate to display
in your shop.
NEW USERS
•Visit http://clubtech.titleist.com and tap the link to sign up for a
new account.
•Complete the new user registration information.
•Use FWPartner (case sensitive) for the registration code.
•You may complete modules all at once or stop and start back
where you left off.
•Pass the 2016 certification test and print a certificate to display
in your shop.
TITLEIST 915 DRIVERS
®
DRIVER FITTING GOAL:
Provide the player with the proper combination of
launch conditions (ball speed, launch angle and spin)
that optimize ball flight and control while delivering
maximum distance and consistency.
BALL SPEED
The velocity at which the golf ball leaves the club face.
Ball speed is approximately 1.5 times a player’s club
head speed. For example, if a player’s club head speed
is 100 mph, their ball speed is approximately 150 mph,
assuming center contact with a driver.
LAUNCH ANGLE
The angle at which the golf ball leaves the club face in
relation to the ground at impact. Launch angle can be
identified at the start of (1st third) ball flight.
speed
spin
launch angle
ground line
backspin
DRIVER FITTING
DRIVER FITTING GOAL
g round line
SPIN
The amount of backspin and sidespin imparted to
the golf ball at impact. Spin will affect distance and
accuracy and can be visually identified most easily
during the second half of ball flight.
ground line
NOTE:
For the most accurate and precise results, fittings
should be conducted with a launch monitor.
STEP 1
DRIVER FITTING
INITIAL PLAYER ASSESSMENT
PLAYER INTERVIEW
Get to know the player and learn key information about their game. This will provide a good starting point for the
player’s club fitting session.
We recommend that you record this information on the Player Evaluation forms and keep it for your records
and reference.
As you complete the fit in each club category, review the fitting worksheet showing key observations and results,
and decide upon the best club specifications to recommend for the player.
STEP 2
DRIVER FITTING
SELECT THE 915 DRIVER MODEL
Select The 915 Driver Model Based Upon The Aesthetic Preferences
And Performance Attributes For The Golfer.
PERFORMANCE
915D2
915D3
915D4
Speed & Launch
Same as 915D3
Same as 915D2
Same as 915D2 & D3
Spin & Flight
Higher than 915D3
Lower than 915D2
Lower than 915D3
Stability (forgiveness)
Maximum Forgiveness
More Workable
Less forgiving
Delivery (face closure)
Easier to draw
No draw bias
No draw bias
Size & Profile
460cc full pear
440cc traditional pear
450cc traditional pear
STEP 2
DRIVER FITTING CONTINUED
FULL CLUB FITTING VARIABLES
FIT FOR OPTIMAL LENGTH
The optimal driver length will provide on-center hits that produce maximum ball speed and control. To determine the
correct length, apply driver impact tape to the face of a 45" driver and hit several shots. Observe impact marks.
For golfers with on-center impact marks or those who are seeking to add distance, try a longer length and test for
both distance and consistency.
For golfers with off-center impact, continue testing at ½" shorter until on-center impact marks are achieved.
If on-center impact marks cannot be achieved, select the length that delivers the most consistent pattern.
FACE IMPACT RELATIONSHIPS
High Toe
High Center
High Heel
s Higher Launch Angle
s Higher Launch Angle
s Higher Launch Angle
t Lower Backspin
t Lower Backspin
t Lower Backspin
s Higher Drawspin
s Higher Fadespin
Low Toe
Low Center
Low Heel
t Lower Launch Angle
t Lower Launch Angle
t Lower Launch Angle
s Higher Backspin
s Higher Backspin
s Higher Backspin
s Higher Drawspin
s Higher Fadespin
STEP 2
DRIVER FITTING CONTINUED
FULL CLUB FITTING VARIABLES
INCORRE C T LENGTH
CORRECT L ENGT H
I NCORRECT L ENGT H
DRIVER LENGTH NOTES
• The average length driver on the PGA Tour is under
45". The most common length driver on the PGA Tour
is 45", followed by 44½".
• Longer driver shafts have the potential to increase
club head and ball speed, but may also decrease
consistency, control, and even distance.
• A recent long-term study on golfers and driver length
found that:
1. Many golfers who switched to a + 1" driver gained
distance by two yards, but increased dispersion by
six yards.
2. Some golfers lost ball speed and distance with a +1"
driver shaft.
• A shot ½" off-center may result in a distance loss up
to five yards.
• A shot 1" off-center may result in a distance loss up to
eleven yards.
STEP 2
DRIVER FITTING CONTINUED
FULL CLUB FITTING VARIABLES
SHAFT TYPE
Fitting for shaft type, you will select the driver shaft that produces the fastest ball speeds, most consistent shots
and the player's best feel. Shaft characteristics such as weight, torque, tip flexibility and butt flexibility all combine
to affect ball flight and feel.
Much of the shaft fitting is player dependent, but the following generalizations work for most golfers:
• Heavier shafts and firmer flexes for quicker tempo swings.
• Lighter shafts and softer flexes for slower tempo swings.
• Stiffer tipped shafts can reduce launch and spin.
• Softer tipped shafts can increase launch and spin.
Reference the supplied shaft performance charts to
compare launch and spin characteristics.
C LUB BA LL
SP E ED SPEED
(mph) (mph)
140
110
165
SHAFT FLEX SPEED AND TEMPO TABLE
X Flex
10 0
125
15 0
90
135110
S Flex
BALL
SPEED
80
12095
(mph)
70
10580
60
9065
50
7550
R Flex
A Flex
L Flex
smooth
TEMPO
medium
quick
STEP 3
DRIVER FITTING
CLOSED
FIT FOR OPTIMAL LAUNCH AND SPIN
CLOSED
915 Metals feature SureFit™ Tour, which allows the loft
and lie of each club to be independently adjusted and
set for increased distance and control.
OPEN
The following pages outline how SureFit Tour settings
are used to more precisely fit golfers.
OPEN
The SureFit Tour grid shows the resulting loft when the
face is squared at impact—sometimes referred to as
“effective loft".
NOTES ON FACE ANGLE
• Golfers will react differently to changes in face angle.
*LOFT = EFFECTIVE LOFT with a square face at impact.
• Some will square the face at impact and alter the loft.
1. The head will have more loft when squared at impact if you start with a closed face angle.
2. The head will have less loft when squared at impact if you start with an open face angle.
• Some will maintain the club's static face angle and the resulting change in face angle will affect direction.
1. A closed face angle will result in left ball flight.
2. An open face angle will result in right ball flight.
• Some golfers will make a combination of these adjustments.
• The golfer's ability to consistently return the club face at impact has a greater effect on directional
control than the face angle setting.
• Ultimately, the golfer's ball flight will be your best source of guidance regarding performance.
• To increase launch angle and spin, move up from the current setting on the SureFit Grid.
• To decrease launch angle and spin, move down from the current setting on the SureFit Grid.
STEP 3
DRIVER FITTING CONTINUED
FITTING FOR LOFT
Launch angle can be visually identified during the first half of ball flight. Spin can be visually identified most easily
during the second half of ball flight.
imaginary
launch
w i n d ow
1. to o hi g h
ideal
LAUNCH CONDITION NOTES
• A ball that launches too high or rises too quickly
because of excess backspin will “balloon” up and
above the optimum launch window.
• A ball that launches too low or does not have
enough backspin will “drop” below the optimum
launch window.
• R&D Robot testing has found that for every 0.75°
change in loft (one row of change of the SureFit
setting), launch angle changes by 0.5° and spin
changes by 275 rpm.
2 . to o l ow
• For fitters using Trackman, appropriate launch and
spin will usually result in a landing angle less than 40°.
• As ball speed increases, spin rate becomes a more
important factor in driver flight.
• As ball speed decreases, launch angle becomes a more
important factor in driver flight.
STEP 3
DRIVER FITTING CONTINUED
FITTING FOR LOFT
™
The proper loft can be determined by evaluating both launch and spin as the player hits shots. The SureFit Tour Hosel
provides four different loft settings for each head and enables a very precise fitting.
STEP 3
DRIVER FITTING CONTINUED
FITTING FOR LOFT
Finding the proper loft can help optimize the player's
launch angle, while generating the correct spin to allow
the player to maximize their overall distance.
CLOSED
1. Start with the standard loft and previously selected lie
angle and have the player hit multiple shots with a
pre-selected driver model and shaft.
• Reference the tables as well as the Driver
Performance Charts.
CLOSED
2. Observe the ball flight and adjust loft accordingly.
OPEN
3. Hit balls at the new setting and observe the ball
flight. Repeat steps 2 and 3 as desired to achieve
your preferred flight.
EXAMPLE FOR FITTING LOFT
A fitter has determined that a 915D2 9.5° with the
Diamana S+ Blue is the correct model and shaft for the
player, but the ball flight is launching too low. The fitter
increases the loft 0.75° by changing the setting from A•1
to D•4. This increases the launch angle and results in
better trajectory and carry distance.
OPEN
*LOFT = EFFECTIVE LOFT with a square face at impact.
STEP 3
DRIVER FITTING CONTINUED
FITTING FOR LIE ANGLE
The proper lie angle for the player can be determined by evaluating the side angle and curvature of the ball flight. The
™
SureFit Tour hosel provides four different lie angles for each loft position.
1. Starting with the driver set in the player’s preferred
loft and standard lie setting, have the player hit
shots with the driver model and shaft selected
earlier in the fitting.
• Reference the Lie Angle Dispersion chart and
adjust accordingly to maximize accuracy and
preferred ball flight.
2. Observe the ball flight and adjust loft accordingly.
3. Hit balls at the new setting and observe the ball
flight. Repeat steps 2 and 3 as desired to achieve
your preferred flight.
4. Ask the player if they have a lie angle preference,
while the club sits at address.
5. Consider the player’s preferred lie angle as well as
their ideal ball flight.
USING THE SUREFIT™ GRID
• To flight the ball more to the right, move to the right
from the current setting.
• To flight the ball more to the left, move to the left
from the current setting. (See example below)
• Remember that the player’s ability to consistently
deliver the club has a greater effect on directional
control than lie angle.
STEP 3
DRIVER FITTING CONTINUED
FITTING FOR LIE ANGLE
EXAMPLE FOR FITTING LIE ANGLE
A fitter has determined that a 915D2 9.5° at the A•1
setting produces good launch, but ball flight left of
the target. The fitter makes the lie angle 0.75° flatter
by changing the setting from A•1 to B•1. This reduces
the left ball flight and results in shots closer to the
intended target.
LIE ANGLE NOTES
Robot driver testing shows that a 0.75° lie angle change
(one column change of the SureFit grid setting) moves
ball flight two yards downrange. Many players will
experience a greater difference in ball flight.
DRIVER FITTING
CAUSE AND EFFECT RELATIONSHIPS
CHANGING THIS, EFFECTS:
LAUNCH ANGLE
BACKSPIN
More Loft
Higher
Higher
Less Loft
Lower
Lower
Stiffer Tip Shaft
Lower
Lower
Softer Tip Shaft
Higher
Higher
Stiffer Flex Shaft
Minimal Effect
Lower
Softer Flex Shaft
Minimal Effect
Higher
Heavier Weight Shaft
Minimal Effect
Lower
Lighter Weight Shaft
Minimal Effect
Higher
OPTIMIZE LAUNCH ANGLE
LAUNCH ANGLE TOO HIGH? TRY:
LAUNCH ANGLE TOO LOW? TRY:
Less Lofted Head
More Lofted Head
Lower Lofted SureFit™ Setting
More Lofted SureFit Setting
Stiffer Tip Shaft
Softer Tip Shaft
Lower Tee Height
Higher Tee Height
Face Impact Too High On Club Face
Face Impact Too Low On Club Face
Angle Of Attack May Be Too Shallow and/or Ascending
Angle Of Attack May Be Too Steep
DRIVER FITTING
OPTIMIZE BACKSPIN
BACKSPIN TOO HIGH? TRY:
BACKSPIN TOO LOW? TRY:
Less Lofted Head
More Lofted Head
Lower Lofted SureFit™ Setting
More Lofted SureFit Setting
Stiffer Tip Shaft
Softer Tip Shaft
Stiffer Flex Shaft
Softer Flex Shaft
Higher Tee Height
Lower Tee Height
Face Impact Too Low On Club Face
Face Impact Too High On Club Face
Angle Of Attack May Be Too Steep
Angle Of Attack May Be Too Shallow
WHAT IF THE PLAYER HAS LOW LAUNCH,
HIGH SPIN CONDITIONS?
This combination of launch conditions is the most difficult to improve because club variables that increase launch angle,
like loft, also increase spin and vice-versa. This player most likely has a steep angle of attack.
Assuming that the angle of attack is constant, focus on lowering spin for medium & fast ball speed players. Focus on
increasing launch for slower ball speed players.
METALS FITTING
HEADWEIGHT / SWINGWEIGHT
Titleist Metals feature the ability to change the SureFit™ weight screw in order to modify swingweight. The location of the
SureFit weight screw has been designed to minimize the impact that different weights have on the CG of the clubhead.
Research has shown that players have strong feel preferences when they try varying headweights. We recommend
that every metal fitting include the player hitting a few shots with each of the non-standard weight SureFit weights to
determine the one with the best feel.
915 WEIGHT KIT
816 WEIGHT KIT
METALS FITTING
SWINGWEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
ADJUSTING SUREFIT™ TOUR WEIGHTS
SureFit Tour weights are designed to provide a tuning range of
5-6 swingweight points.
STEP 1 Carefully insert the tip of the SureFit Tour wrench into the
star-shaped screw located in the weight until the tip seats firmly
against the bottom.
STEP 2 Rotate the SureFit Tour wrench counter-clockwise until
the weight is loose and can be removed by hand (approx. 5 full
rotations).
STEP 3 Select the desired weight and insert it by hand into the
weight port. Carefully align the shape to fit correctly in the bottom
of the port.
STEP 4 Rotate the SureFit Tour wrench clockwise until you feel and
hear the wrench “click” indicating that the weight is fully tightened
and secure. Do not under-tighten, as the weight may become loose
during play.
915 WEIGHTS
Weights available
4, 7, 9, 11, 14g
816 WEIGHTS
Weights available
6, 9, 11, 13, 16g
METALS FITTING
SWINGWEIGHT ADJUSTMENTS
The following chart is an overview of the swingweight changes associated with changing the length of clubs. Note that the
shaft balance point and grip will alter swingweight as well.
When placing a custom club order, be sure to specify the desired swingweight. Keep in mind that we are not able to meet
all swingweight requests given available headweights, shaft lengths, shaft balance points, and grip choices. Your Customer
Service Representative can give you a better idea of the achievable swingweight range when you place an order.
CLUB LENGTH
SUREFIT WEIGHT SCREW TO
PRODUCE STANDARD SWINGWEIGHT
Drivers & Fairways
Hybrids
1" under
14 g
16 g
1/2" under
11 g
13 g
Standard
9g
11 g
1/2" over
7g
9g
1" over
4g
6g
All fitters should try various weights at the conclusion of their fitting to dial in feel
SUREFIT™ TOUR
SUREFIT TOUR PERFORMANCE MANUAL
HOW TO USE THE SUREFIT TOUR WRENCH
The SureFit Tour wrench must always be in straight alignment with the shaft to properly engage the wrench and
tighten or loosen the screw.
The screw should thread smoothly without binding. If the screw is initially tight or difficult to turn, stop the assembly
process and start over. Forcing the screw will strip the threads.
If you experience difficulty, see your local authorized Titleist Golf Shop, Club Fitter, or explore titleist.com for a video
tutorial. U.S. consumers can also call the Titleist consumer hotline at 1-888-TITLEIST.
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SUREFIT™ TOUR
SUREFIT TOUR PERFORMANCE MANUAL
ADJUSTING THE SUREFIT TOUR HOSEL
The SureFit Tour hosel features a sleeve and ring, each with four settings. The sleeve settings are numbered 1, 2, 3, 4,
and the ring settings are lettered A, B, C, D. There are 16 combinations which each create a unique loft and lie angle for
your club.
Step 1. Carefully insert the tip of the wrench into the star-shaped screw located in the hosel of the club until the tip
seats firmly against the bottom.
Step 2. Rotate the SureFit Tour wrench counter-clockwise until hosel is loose enough to move the adjustment ring
(approx. 4-5 full rotations).
Step 3. Align the sleeve and ring to the desired setting with the dot on the back of the hosel before tightening. Use the
Performance Fitting Guide to try different settings to optimize ball flight.
Turn wrench
counter-clockwise
to loosen.
SUREFIT™ TOUR
SUREFIT TOUR PERFORMANCE MANUAL
TIGHTEN UNTIL THE WRENCH “CLICKS”
After adjustment, the clubhead must be tightened securely with the SureFit Tour wrench before it can be safely used for play.
Step 1. With the end of the grip resting on the ground, position the shaft and wrench in straight alignment with the clubhead.
Cradle the head of the club with your free hand (see image below). Then, carefully insert the SureFit Tour wrench tip into the
star-shaped hosel screw.
Step 2. Tighten the screw clockwise with the SureFit Tour wrench until you feel and hear the wrench “click”, indicating that the
proper torque has been applied. If the screw feels like it is binding, stop and re-align the components before tightening.
Step 3. Before play, inspect the club to ensure that the sleeve, ring and head components fit together tightly and securely.
Turn wrench
clockwise until it
“clicks”
SUREFIT™ TOUR
SUREFIT TOUR PERFORMANCE MANUAL
WARNING. READ INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY
BEFORE USE.
Failure to follow these instructions may create a situation
where the clubhead could loosen or disengage from
the shaft during a swing, possibly causing serious
injury. This proprietary system is only compatible with
genuine Titleist components and must NOT be used with
components from other manufacturers. Failure to adhere
to this provision may void the warranty and/or cause
damage to the system.
The SureFit Tour wrench must be used to properly and
safely adjust the performance of Titleist metals. Club
components should be inspected frequently, before and
during play, to ensure that all connections are tight. Keep
the hosel connection area clean from dirt and debris at
all times.
Titleist metals conform to the Rules of Golf approved by
the USGA and R&A. However, the settings on your golf
club must not be adjusted during a round of golf.
For complete rules information, visit www.usga.org or
www.randa.org
IMPORTANT NOTES:
• 915, 913 and 910 driver heads and shafts are
interchangeable.
• 915 and 913 fairway heads and shafts are
interchangeable.
• 915 and 913 hybrid heads and shafts are
interchangeable.
• 910 fairway heads and shafts are NOT interchangeable
with 915 and 913.
• 910 hybrid heads and shafts are NOT interchangeable
with 915 and 913.
• 816 hosel adjusts in 1.0 deg loft & lie increments if used
in 915 and 913 heads.
3 METAL FITTING
3 METAL FITTING GOAL:
Provide the player with the proper combination of
fairway metals, hybrids and long irons that produce
playable trajectories at preferred yardage gaps.
*The best time to fit hybrids is during an iron fit for best long game gapping
STEP 1
3 METAL FITTING
EVALUATE THE PLAYER’S CURRENT LONG GAME SET COMPOSITION
PLAYABLE TRAJECTORY
A high launching trajectory that produces maximum carry distance with a descending angle that will
allow the ball to stop on a green with control.
• Discuss yardage gaps between the player’s current long irons, hybrids and fairway metals.
• Discuss frequent distance and trajectory requirements on Par 3’s, Par 4’s and Par 5’s that require
fairway metals, hybrids and long irons.
• Test the player’s longest iron, hybrids and fairway metals. Observe each club for a playable trajectory.
• Reference the Long Game Performance Charts.
• Select the chart for the player’s long game ball speed and plot the average launch angle and backspin.
• Determine if the player’s high lofted fairways, hybrids and long iron launch conditions are playable.
STEP 2
3 METAL FITTING
TEST BASELINE LAUNCH CONDITIONS
Provide the player with the proper combination of launch conditions (ball speed, launch angle and backspin) to
optimize ball flight and control while delivering maximum distance off the tee and turf.
• Test baseline launch conditions with the player’s current fairway metal or test with 915F at A•1 setting.
Observe ball flight and note average ball speed, launch angle, backspin, carry and total distance.
NOTE: The player’s driver settings and use those as a baseline starting point.
• Reference the Long Game Performance Charts. Select the chart for the player’s ball speed and plot the average
launch angle and backspin.
STEP 3
3 METAL FITTING
SELECT 915 FAIRWAY MODEL
Select a 915 fairway model that will optimize a player’s launch conditions (ball speed, launch angle and spin) and
targeted playability.
PERFORMANCE
915F
915Fd
Size
175cc
160cc
Stability (forgiveness)
More Forgiving
Forgiving but workable
Delivery (face closure)
Neutral
Neutral
Launch
Mid
Mid
Spin
Mid/Low
Low
NOTE: R&D robot testing shows that the 915F launches higher and spins 40 rpms higher than the 915Fd.
STEP 4
3 METAL FITTING
FIT THE 3 METAL SHAFT
SHAFT TYPE
Select a 915 fairway model that will optimize a player’s
launch conditions (ball speed, launch angle and spin)
and targeted playability.
When fitting for the correct shaft in your fairway metal,
there are a few notes to consider:
• Fairway metal shaft specifications tend to be similar to
those of the driver shaft.
• Most golfers favor a fairway shaft that is 10 grams
heavier than the driver shaft.
• Golfers who use their 3 metal as a driving club are
less likely to select a heavy fairway shaft.
FITTING FOR LENGTH
The optimum 3 metal length will produce maximum
ball speed and control with on-center impacts.
Determine the correct length by applying impact
tape to a standard length 3 metal. Continue testing at
½" shorter lengths until on-center impact marks are
achieved. If on-center marks cannot be achieved, select
the 3 metal length that delivers the highest ball speed
and most consistent face impact pattern.
STEP 5
3 METAL FITTING
FIT THE 3 METAL LOFT
Finding the proper loft can help optimize the player’s launch angle, while generating the correct spin to allow the
player to maximize their overall distance off the tee and turf.
1. Start with the standard loft and desired lie angle and
have the player hit multiple shots with a pre-selected
fairway model and shaft.
• If the golfer uses a 3 metal mostly as a tee club,
focus more on tee performance.
• If the golfer uses a 3 metal mostly from the turf, focus
more on shots taken from turf.
• Reference the tables below as well as the Long
Game Performance Charts.
2. Observe the ball flight and adjust loft accordingly.
3. Hit balls at the new setting and observe the ball
flight. Repeat steps 2 and 3 as desired to achieve
your preferred flight.
4. Note carry and roll distance as this will be used to
calculate the yardage gap between the 3 metal and
longest iron with playable trajectory.
STEP 5
3 METAL FITTING CONTINUED
FIT THE 3 METAL LOFT
EXAMPLE FITTING FOR LOFT
A fitter has determined that a 915F 15° with the Diamana S+ Blue is the best model and shaft for the player, but
the ball flight is launching too low. The fitter increases the loft 0.75° by changing the setting from A•1 to D•4. This
increases the launch angle and results in better trajectory and desired carry distance.
OPTIMZE LAUNCH CONDITIONS
LAUNCH TOO HIGH? TRY:
LAUNCH TOO LOW? TRY:
Less Lofted Head
Higher Lofted Head
Lower Lofted SureFit™ Setting
Higher Lofted SureFit™ Setting
Stiffer Tip Shaft
Softer Tip Shaft
SPIN TOO HIGH? TRY:
SPIN TOO LOW? TRY:
Less Lofted Head
Higher Lofted Head
Lower Lofted SureFit™ Setting
Higher Lofted SureFit™ Setting
Stiffer Tip Shaft
Softer Tip Shaft
Stiffer Flex Shaft
Softer Flex Shaft
Heavier Weight Shaft
Lighter Weight Shaft
STEP 6
3 METAL FITTING
FIT THE 3 METAL LIE
The proper lie angle for the player can be determined by evaluating the curvature of the ball flight, turf
interaction and the player’s visual preferences at address. The SureFit™ Tour hosel provides four different lie
angles for each loft position.
1. Starting with the fairway metal set in the A•1
position, have the player hit multiple shots with the
pre-selected fairway model and shaft selected earlier
in the fitting.
• If the golfer uses a 3 metal mostly as a tee club,
focus more on tee performance.
• If the golfer uses a 3 metal mostly from the turf, focus
more on shots taken from turf.
• Reference the Long Game Performance Charts and
observe ball flight to determine if ball flight has the
right combination of stopping ability and distance.
2. Observe the ball flight and adjust accordingly.
3. Hit balls at the new setting and observe the ball
flight. Repeat steps 2 and 3 as desired to achieve
your preferred flight.
4. Ask the player if they have a preferred lie angle
while the club is at address. Consider the player’s
preferred lie angle appearance as well as their ideal
ball flight.
HYBRID FITTING
STEP 1
HYBRID FITTING
CALCULATE THE LONG GAME YARDAGE GAP
Playable iron trajectory results in shots with greenstopping ability. Players should be able to hit shots
that land on the green and stop at a front hole
location to be considered “playable.”
Identify the player’s longest playable iron using the
Green Stopping Performance Charts for the players
long iron ball speed. Shots with launch in the green
area will have playable trajectory and preferred ball
flight for most golfers.
Use the Long Game Fitting Worksheet to record
carry distances of the player’s 3 metal and longest
playable iron.
Calculate the yardage gap. In general, a 30 yard gap
will require one club and a 50 yard gap will require
two clubs to fill the yardage gap.
3 Metal Carry:
Subtract Longest Iron Carry:
Equals Yardage Gap:
Desired fairway or hybrid yardage
if gap is filled with one club
Desired fairway or hybrid yardage
if gap is filled with two clubs
and
STEP 2
HYBRID FITTING
FILL YARDAGE GAP BETWEEN STRONGEST IRON AND 3 METAL
Determine the number of clubs and the desired carry distances to effectively fill the yardage gap based on the
Long Game graph.
The loft adjustment capability of SureFit™ Tour allows you to precisely bridge long game gaps. 816 hybrids use a new
1° SureFit Tour Hosel loft/lie increment for more precise long game gapping.
HYBRID NOTES
• For every ½" you decrease the length of the club, the lie angle will effectively play 1° flatter.
• Hybrid lie angle selection tends to match iron lie angles.
• Hybrid club length tends to match iron lengths.
• The ball flight impact of lie angle changes is more dramatic in higher lofted clubs like hybrids than it is in lower lofted
clubs like drivers.
SELECT THE HYBRID MODELS AND LOFTS
Select a 816 hybrid model that will optimize a player’s launch conditions
PERFORMANCE
816H1
816H2
Size
115cc
103cc
Launch
Mid
Mid
Spin
Mid
Low
STEP 2
HYBRID FITTING CONTINUED
SELECT THE HYBRID MODELS AND LOFTS
Determine the number of clubs and the desired carry distances to fill the yardage gap. Reference the Long Game
club tables and test utility and fairway clubs at lofts that create playable trajectories and meet desired carry
distances based on the player’s longest playable iron.
Long Game
13.5°
14°
15°
915F
4
4
915F.d
4
4
16°
16.5°
17°
4
18°
19°
20°
4
21°
22°
23°
24°
25°
4
4
4
4
4
816H2
4
4
4
4
2
T-MB
13.5°
14°
15°
27°
4
816H1
Iron
26°
16°
16.5°
17°
3
18°
19°
20°
21°
3
AP1
2
CB
MB
2
NEW 1° SUREFIT™ TOUR HOSEL FOR 816H
In combination with offering hybrid lofts every 2° from
19° to 27°, the 816H hybrids have a new SureFit Tour
hosel with 1° of adjustment in each row and column of
the SureFit grid.
• 816, 915 and 913 shafts are interchangeable
• 816 shafts adjust in 1° increments if used in 915, 913 heads
• 913, 915 shafts adjust in 0.75° increments if used in
816 heads
22°
23°
5
24°
4
AP2
T-MB
4
+2˚
+1˚
MORE
LOFT
27°
4
5
3
4
5
3
4
5
4
2˚
CLOSED
.75˚
CLOSED
5
+2˚
MORE
LOFT
+1˚
MORE
LOFT
.5˚
-1˚
26°
3
2˚
OPEN
2˚
CLOSED
.75˚
CLOSED
.5˚
OPEN
LESS
LOFT
25°
5
3
MORE
LOFT
4
OPEN
-1˚
LESS
LOFT
2˚
OPEN
PRECISION ENGINEERED
FOR ADVANCED PERFORMANCE.
IRON FITTING GOAL:
Provide the player with the best iron model, specifications
and set make-up to optimize ball flight and performance.
NOTE: During an iron fitting session, allow time to fit long
game gaps and wedges.
STEP 1
IRON FITTING
TEST BASELINE LAUNCH CONDITIONS
• Observe the player’s posture and note club length and test lie angle with the player’s current iron.
• Have the player hit three or four shots with their current 7 iron. Observe ball flight and note ball speed, launch angle,
backspin and carry distance.
REFERENCE THE GREEN STOPPING CHARTS
• Select the chart for the player’s ball speed and plot the average launch angle and backspin.
• Discuss golf course conditions and the player’s preferred ball flight, carry distance and ball-stopping performance
expectations.
STEP 2
IRON FITTING
DETERMINE THE BEST TITLEIST IRON MODEL
COMPARISON
TITLEIST AP1
TITLEIST AP2
CB
MB
TARGET PLAYER
Skilled to Aspiring
Skilled to Aspiring
Skilled
Skilled
SET DESIGN
Dual Cavity
Dual Cavity
Cavity Back
Muscle Back
MOMENT OF INERTIA
High
High
Low +
Low
FORGIVENESS
High
Medium High
Low +
Low
BLADE SIZE
Full to Mid
Mid
Compact
Compact
WORKABILITY
Medium
Good
Maximum
Maximum
OFFSET
Progressive
Progressive
Minimal
Minimal
TRAJECTORY
Mid to High
Mid
Mid to Low
Mid to Low
TOPLINE
Beveled
Beveled
Thin
Thin
SOLE WIDTH
Medium
Medium Relieved
Narrow
Narrow Relieved
GROOVES
Modified U
Modified V
V
V
CLUBHEAD MATERIAL
431 Stainless
Mild Carbon
Mild Carbon
Mild Carbon
INTERNAL WEIGHTING
Tungsten
Tungsten
Tungsten
None
FINISH (from address)
Satin Polish
Satin Chrome
Satin Chrome
Satin Chrome
STEP 3
IRON FITTING
FIT FOR SPECIFICATIONS
LENGTH
• Fit for a length that will allow for ideal posture and on-center impact.
• Apply iron face tape to a standard length, standard lie 7 iron (standard); hit three or four shots; continue testing at
½" increments until on-center impact marks have been achieved.
NOTE:
When a player’s swing does not allow for on-center impact marks, choose the length that encourages
good posture.
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to o l o n g
to o l o n g / i n co n s i sten t
NOTE:
The most common 7 iron length on the PGA Tour is 37" (standard length) followed by +½". Very few PGA Tour
players use irons longer than +½". This is the result of good posture and swing dynamics.
STEP 3
IRON FITTING CONTINUED
FIT FOR SPECIFICATIONS
NOTE ON POSTURE:
Titleist research indicates that off-center hits are typically the result of either the player’s set-up, swing or club
specifications.
• Many players aim to the right of the target, which forces the player to compensate with a swing path outside-toin to launch the ball toward the intended target.
• In addition, many players do not maintain their spine angle through impact and come “up and out” of their
posture.
Both of these path and posture faults result in toe heavy length and lie impact marks which may result in clubs
being recommended too long and too upright.
• Observe the player’s posture during the downswing. If the player is unable to maintain their spine angle throughout the
swing, over-length irons may compensate for their poor posture. A player who maintains his spine angle tends to require
standard or under-length irons.
As a teacher, it is best to examine all possible reasons for off-center impacts and address all possible causes.
LIE ANGLE:
• Begin testing at the fit length by applying lie tape to the 7 iron with a 63° lie angle. Ideal lie marks are in the
center of the sole.
• Evaluate marks and continue testing different lie angles at the fit length until ideal marks or the player’s preferred
ball flight/shot shape are achieved.
STEP 3
IRON FITTING CONTINUED
FIT FOR SPECIFICATIONS
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NOTE:
When a player’s swing does not allow for on-center lie
marks, choose a lie angle that promotes the most accuracy
or encourages preferred ball flight.
Based on a 155 yard 7 iron shot:
• A lie angle 2° off equates to a shot 20' off the target line.
• A lie angle 4° off equates to a shot 40' off the target line.
• Short irons are affected more than long irons.
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STEP 4
IRON FITTING
IRON FITTING GOAL
IRON LAUNCH CONDITIONS
• The ideal iron ball flight will vary based on the player’s preference and course conditions. Iron ball flight should
provide specific yardage gaps and ball-stopping ability throughout the set. Iron launch conditions can be fine-tuned
with the proper shaft flex and shaft type.
• Select the Green Stopping Performance Chart for the player’s ball speed and fit. Fit the launch angle and backspin with test
clubs until the plotted averages meet the player’s preferred ball flight.
• You may specify irons with lofts from 2° strong to 2° weak. Strengthening iron lofts decreases bounce angle and weakening
lofts increases bounce - be sure to consider how that change in bounce might influence turf interaction.
SHAFT FLEX
• The correct shaft flex allows the player to load the
shaft properly for better ball striking and can be
determined by comparing the player’s ball speed/club
head speed and tempo.
• Quicker tempos require heavier shafts and firmer flexes.
Smoother tempos may benefit from lighter weight shafts
with softer flexes.
• Use this speed and tempo table as a guide.
CLUB
SPEED
(mph)
B AL L
SPEED
(mph)
100
140
140
X Flex
90
80
125
125
S Flex
110
110
BALL
SPEED
70
(mph)
95
60
80
80
50
65
65
40
50
50
R Flex
95
A Flex
L Flex
smooth
TEMPO
medium
quick
STEP 4
IRON FITTING CONTINUED
OPTIMIZE LAUNCH CONDITIONS
SHAFT TYPE
IRON SHAFT COMPARISON
• Test shafts and flexes. Observe ball flight and confirm
best feel. Note ball speed, launch angle, backspin and
carry distance.
• Reference the shaft performance chart in the Fitting
Resource Book or our online Shaft Performance
Guide at www.titleist.com/shafts to compare launch
and spin characteristics between the irons shafts
offered in the SureFit System.
• Discuss golf course conditions and the player’s preferred
ball flight, carry distance expectations and ball-stopping
performance.
• Use the appropriate green stopping performance chart
and fit with test clubs until averages meet the player’s
preferred green stopping ability.
LAUNCH TOO HIGH? TRY:
LAUNCH TOO LOW? TRY:
Stiffer Tip Shaft
Softer Tip Shaft
Stronger Lofted Irons
Traditional Lofted Irons
Less Offset
More Offset
SPIN TOO HIGH? TRY:
SPIN TOO LOW? TRY:
Stiffer Tip Shaft
Softer Tip Shaft
Stiffer Flex Shaft
Softer Flex Shaft
Heavier Weight Shaft
Lighter Weight Shaft
Stronger Lofted Irons
Higher Lofted Irons
STEP 5
IRON FITTING
OPTIMIZE IRON SET COMPOSITION
• Test for playable trajectory with the player’s current
long irons or use the appropriate long irons from your
Titleist demo sets.
• Reference the Hybrid Fitting chapter in this manual.
PLAYABLE TRAJECTORY
A high launching trajectory that produces maximum
carry distance with a descending angle that will allow
the ball to stop on a green with control.
ADJUST SUREFIT™ IRONS FOR LIE ANGLE
Each SureFit iron head may be set to 4 different
lie angles so that you have more options to more
precisely fit golfers.
WARNING. READ INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY
BEFORE USE.
Failure to follow these instructions may create
a situation where the clubhead could loosen or
disengage from the shaft during a swing, possibly
causing serious injury. This proprietary system is
only compatible with genuine Titleist components
and must NOT be used with components from other
manufacturers. Failure to adhere to this provision may
damage the system and/or cause serious injury.
RING
H OS E L
SUREFIT TOUR
IRON PARTS DIAGRAM
IRON FITTING
ASSEMBLY STEPS
2° F L AT
STANDAR D
STEP 1
Align the hosel and the ring to the desired lie setting.
2° UP
4° UP
STEP 2
With the end of the grip resting on the ground, position the shaft and wrench in straight alignment with the
clubhead. Support the club head from the topline. Install the clubhead so that the desired lie markings align with the
underside of the hosel.
STEP 3
To tighten head, insert the SureFit™ Torque Wrench into the screw and turn the wrench clockwise until it “clicks.” The
SureFit™ Tour wrench must always be in straight alignment with the shaft to properly engage the wrench and tighten
or loosen the screw. Do not press down on the sole while tightening screw.
STEP 4
Before hitting, inspect the club to ensure that the head and shaft fit together tightly and securely.
STEP 5
To remove the head, turn the SureFit Torque Wrench counterclockwise until the head pulls clear from the shaft.
VOKEY DESIGN® WEDGES
CRAFTSMANSHIP & PERFORMANCE
WEDGE FITTING GOAL:
Provide the best performing wedges including loft, bounce, sole grind and specifications to
optimize the player’s short game. Properly fit wedges have the optimum bounce and sole grind for
the player’s technique and course conditions. By selecting appropriate lofts, distance gaps will be
properly spaced and lead to better scoring shots.
STEP 1
WEDGE FITTING
EVALUATE THE PLAYER'S CURRENT WEDGES
• Note the player’s wedge lofts and bounce in their current set, especially the PW.
• Hit full shots and discuss carry distances.
• Determine the types of shots that are handled with ease and those which are most difficult.
STEP 2
WEDGE FITTING
DETERMINE WEDGE LOFTS
Proper wedge loft gaps will encourage consistent distance gapping for approach wedge shots and enable golfers to
take full advantage of short game scoring opportunities.
Throughout the wedge fitting process, you will be required to accurately measure carry distances. This can be done
effectively with a launch monitor or by using a laser range finder.
TEST THE PLAYER'S YARDAGE GAPS
• Check actual yardage gaps by hitting full shots with the highest lofted iron (typically a P or W) and lowest lofted
Vokey wedge.
• Make loft selection based upon generating consistent yardage gaps of 10-15 yards.
• For most players, loft gaps of 4° achieve consistent and appropriate yardage gaps.
• A highest lofted iron between 43° and 47° will most likely use wedge lofts of 50°, 54°, and 58°.
• Highly skilled wedge players who can consistently hit wedges at less than full distance may have larger loft gaps.
• Slower ball speed players sometimes achieve appropriate yardage gaps with increased loft gaps.
• If the player is inconsistent or uncomfortable with partial wedge shots, reduce wedge loft gaps.
• Consider the whole set make-up to determine which clubs have the greatest potential to lower scores.
HIGHEST LOFTED WEDGE SELECTION:
• Most players use a highest lofted wedge of 58° or 60°.
• Test the player’s highest lofted Vokey Wedge and consider shot performance from fairway turf, rough, and bunkers.
• Players who can effectively stop greenside shots by adding loft with an open clubface may use a less lofted
lob wedge.
STEP 3
WEDGE FITTING
FIT FOR BOUNCE AND SOLE GRIND
TEST APPROACH SHOT SOLE PERFORMANCE
• Using a Vokey Design® Spin Milled 54 or 56 mid-bounce wedge, apply lie tape to the sole and have the player hit two
shots off the lie board with a ½ to ¾ swing.
• Test the player’s highest lofted Vokey Wedge and consider shot performance from fairway turf, rough, and bunkers.
• Evaluate sole marks to determine the player’s wedge swing style and recommend the proper
bounce/grind combination.
• Fit for lie angle using sole tape in a similar manner as 6-irons. Note that a 56° wedge that has a lie 2° off causes
a 100-yard shot that travels 15 feet offline.
SOLE GRINDS
Full sole with
moderate
camber and
small trailing
edge ribbon.
Wide sole with
increased bounce
and enhanced
camber.
Full sole with
straight trailing
edge ribbon
and moderate
heel relief.
Crescent-shaped
forward bounce
surface with
leading edge
and trailing
edge relief.
Dual bounce
sole with wide
trailing bounce
surface.
Narrow crescent sole
with small forward
bounce surface and
minimal camber.
SLIDER/SWEEPER
Impact marks will be toward the
trailing edge. The player needs
less bounce / narrower sole.
STEP 3
WEDGE FITTING CONTINUED
FIT FOR BOUNCE AND SOLE GRIND
Identify the player’s wedge swing style using sole markings.
SLIDER/SWEEPER STYLE PLAYER
•
•
•
•
Shallow angle of attack.
Minimal ground contact.
Shallow divots and less sand displacement.
Able to slide the club under the ball with an open face.
SLIDER/SWEEPER WEDGE SELECTION:
• Most golfers select medium bounce for greater
overall versatility.
• Slider/sweeper players in firm turf/sand will often
choose low bounce.
• Golfers who often open the face for specialty shots will
frequently select a wedge grind with greater sole relief.
NEUTRAL
Impact marks will be toward the
center. The player needs mid
bounce / medium sole.
STEP 3
WEDGE FITTING CONTINUED
FIT FOR BOUNCE AND SOLE GRIND
Identify the player’s wedge swing style using sole markings.
NEUTRAL STYLE PLAYER
• Moderate angle of attack.
• Medium sized divot.
• Moderate sand displacement.
NEUTRAL WEDGE SELECTION:
• Most golfers select medium bounce for greater
overall versatility.
• Many select higher bounce wedges, especially in soft
turf/sand.
• Golfers who often open the face for specialty shots will
frequently select a wedge grind with greater sole relief.
DRIVER/DIGGER
Impact marks will be toward the
leading edge. The player needs
more bounce / wider sole.
STEP 3
WEDGE FITTING CONTINUED
FIT FOR BOUNCE AND SOLE GRIND
Identify the player’s wedge swing style using sole markings.
DRIVER/DIGGER STYLE PLAYER
DRIVER/DIGGER WEDGE SELECTION:
•
•
•
•
• Most golfers select high bounce for greater
overall performance.
• Consider mixing in a mid bounce wedge for use in firm
turf/sand conditions.
Moderate to steep angle of attack.
Full divot.
More sand displacement.
Tends to play shots with a square face relying
on the loft.
STEP 3
WEDGE FITTING CONTINUED
FIT FOR BOUNCE AND SOLE GRIND
TEST GREENSIDE BOUNCE AND GRIND PERFORMANCE
Greenside shots are played from a wide variety of conditions like closely mown turf, medium rough, high rough and a
wide variety of bunker conditions. Not all golfers will use the same bounce or grind in all their wedges.
• Mid bounce approach shot players should consider using one high bounce wedge for conditions like soft ground
and softer bunker sand.
• High bounce approach shot players should consider using one mid bounce wedge for conditions like firm ground,
closely mown turf or firmer bunker sand.
• Have the player compare sole/bounce performance from a wide variety of conditions – fairway turf, rough, bunkers,
etc. in order to determine which performs better.
• Ideally, a fitting will be a guided discussion between the fitter and golfer. Ask questions about the feel of the shots
and use their answers plus your knowledge to determine the best possible wedge bounce selection.
STEP 3
WEDGE FITTING CONTINUED
FIT FOR BOUNCE AND SOLE GRIND
HOW TO SELECT THE S OR THE M GRIND FOR MID BOUNCE WEDGES
Most players can successfully use both grinds, but there are subtle differences.
Players who:
• Vary their face angle to manufacture greenside shots
tend to prefer the M grind.
• Typically keep the clubface square tend to prefer the
S grind.
• Require a little more bounce in bunkers may prefer the
S grind with less trailing edge heel and toe relief than
the M grind.
• Use the trailing edge of the wedge sole and maintain a
neutral shaft angle may prefer the S grind.
Use both wedges to hit various shots from a wide
variety of conditions to determine which grind performs
better for each golfer.
S
M
SCOTTY CAMERON PUTTERS
PUTTER SELECTION
A MODERN CRAFTSMAN
Inside the Scotty Cameron Putter Studio in Southern
California, my team and I are focused on one simple
goal, producing the finest putters in the world.
Everyday, we strive to learn more about how the ball,
the putter and the golfer work together, and how we
can improve that connection. Using state-of-the-art
diagnostic tools, we gather information on how the
world's best players approach putting. With those
insights we continually experiment with new designs,
materials and technologies.
This guide will help you select a player’s putter to
improve their performance on the green. The key
elements of putter selection are length and toe flow,
but all aspects of putter selection - including shape,
weight, loft and lie are explained.
Whichever Scotty Cameron putter you choose, you
can count on an unparalleled attention to detail that
ensures complete harmony between how it looks,
sounds, feels and performs.
SHAPE
PUTTERS ARE PERSONAL
Many players pick a shape that complements their stroke.
• Technical strokes tend to prefer square shapes and mechanical necks.
• Players that want to rid themselves of technical thoughts tend towards softer lines and flowing necks.
All Scotty Cameron putters are precision milled so the critical angles of the face, sole and shaft ensure each putter sits
squarely. Each head is shaped and softened to flow to the ground and inspire confidence at address.
PATH
PUTTERS DO NOT SWING VERTICALLY BACK & THROUGH ALONG THE TARGET LINE.
Because of lie angle, the proper putting stroke moves along an arcing path: slightly inside of the target line, back to
square, then to the inside again after impact.
The proper length putter correctly sets eye position just inside the target line, and the correct amount of toe flow allows
the putter to flow squarely to the proper arcing path throughout the stroke.
The best players in the world keep the face square to the arcing path and the butt of the putter pointed at the
midsection throughout the stroke. Selecting the right putter will help your players do the same.
Minimum
toe flow
Bent and Straight shaft necks provide
minimum toe flow and can help players who
tend to manipulate the face with their hands.
These strokes tend to start inside the ideal arc,
with missed putts generally pulled.
Medium
toe flow
Plumbing necks provide a medium toe
flow and are appropriate for players with
naturally flowing strokes who prefer a
balanced putter design.
Maximum
toe flow
Flare and Flow necks provide maximum
toe flow and can help players with overly
mechanical putting strokes that lack natural
flow. These strokes tend to start outside the
ideal arc, with missed putts typically pushed.
TOE FLOW
EVERYONE NEEDS TOE FLOW
In order for the putter head to move squarely along the proper arcing path, the toe of the putter must "flow" throughout
the stroke. How and where the neck or shaft of the putter joins the head determines its toe flow.
• If a player's stroke does not track along the proper arcing path, choose a putter that helps them correct it. If a player’s
stroke flows naturally, choose a putter that flows with it.
• This will reduce the tendency to manipulate the putter face with the hands. The best way to find the toe flow that
corrects or complements the player’s stroke is to hit straight, flat putts from 20 feet to see what works best.
EyeLine
LENGTH
LENGTH SETS EYE POSITION
The ideal putter length sets a player’s eyes 1-2" inside of the target line to facilitate a proper arcing putting stroke while
maintaining good posture and balance.
If the putter is too long, setup posture will be too upright with eyes set too far inside the target line. For a right-handed
golfer this results in a path that starts too far inside and putts pushed to the right.
If the putter is too short, setup posture will be too hunched over with eyes set too far outside the target line. For a righthanded golfer this results in a path that starts too far outside and putts pulled to the left.
WEIGHT
WEIGHT EFFECTS BALANCE AND FEEL
For most players, the standard Scotty Cameron weight configuration will produce the ideal balance and feel to execute
the proper stroke. If a stroke tends to decelerate, if hands get too active, or if there is too much wrist break, consider a
heavier head or a Dual Balance putter that is heavier overall.
DUAL BALANCE
DUAL BALANCE OR CONVENTIONAL
Players that struggle to produce a flowing stroke with a conventional length putter should consider Dual Balance.
Scotty Cameron Dual Balance putters feature a +50g heavier head weight, 50g counter weight, and 38”
standard length.
The larger diameter, 15” long Dual Balance grip is designed to be gripped down to place the shaft weight above the
hands. The combination of the heavier head, shaft weight and larger grip stabilize the stroke by reducing the common
faults of flipping, pushing or dragging with the hands.
LOFT & LIE
Scotty Cameron Putter Studio research shows that a ball pushes down slightly into the grass on a green, and that 3.5° of
loft is needed to lift the ball up and on to the surface for a smooth roll.
The key to finding the proper lie angle is finding the correct putter length. We have found that standard lie angle
works for the vast majority of players if they have the correct length.
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YO UTH C LU B
FIT TI N G G U I D ELI N E S
YOUTH CLUB FITTING GOAL:
As with all Titleist fittings, golfer performance is the #1 priority. We use the same
heads, shafts, grips and precision manufacturing processes as we do with every
other Titleist club, which means pricing is the same for these orders.
The fitting process stays true to our methods as published in the Fitting Manual.
The following pages provide notes and guidelines specific to youth fitting.
JUNIORS BEST SUITED FOR A TITLEIST FITTING ARE:
• Serious about the game, take lessons, compete, practice and play frequently.
• Able to deliver the club on a reasonable path and consistently strike the ball cleanly off turf.
• At least 4’10” tall so that a 41” driver is no more than 4” above their belly button when standing vertically
on the ground.
• Able to generate driver ball speed of at least 110 mph.
FULL CLUB FITTING VARIABLES
LENGTH
• Use face tape to identify the length most conducive to consistent center hits remains an elemental tool.
• Determine what length enables good posture at address as well as athletic body positions during the swing.
• The club should be short enough to be controlled, as opposed to its weight or momentum taking the player
out of balance.
• As a guideline, the club length should not exceed 4 inches above the belly button.
• Some fitters may order clubs longer than ideal length to extend the time that club can be used – only do this
if the golfer is disciplined enough to ‘grip down’ until he or she grows sufficiently. The added length may be
detrimental if used too soon.
The photos below illustrate how improper length can hurt a golfer’s swing and performance:
PROPER LENGTH
IMPROPER LENGTH
(pointing to belly button)
(pointing to belly button)
FULL CLUB FITTING VARIABLES
SHAFT FLEX
• Maximum ball speed balanced with the tightest dispersion will point to the optimal flex.
• Some male juniors may not want to use a Ladies shaft flex. Be sure to focus on performance and note that we
purposefully keep the graphics the same and label them as L flex to reduce any temptation to fit to ego rather than
performance.
LOFT
• Loft is the most direct influencer of launch angle and backspin.
• Too little loft can hurt a junior’s swing development by inducing hanging back and flipping the hands to add loft.
• The SureFit™ Tour hosel allows you to plan for future loft changes. If a growing junior needs a 12° driver consider
using a 10.5° set to A3, B3, A4 or B4 to achieve 12° of effective loft. As the player gains clubhead speed, the settings
can be changed to achieve lofts of 11.25°, 10.5° or 9.75° with that same clubhead.
LIE ANGLE
• Use sole tape and the lie board as indicated in the fitting manual.
SET COMPOSITION
The process for junior golfers is very similar to adults:
• 3 metal – determine the loft that achieves appropriate ball flight per the 3 metal charts. The 3 metal may have a loft
of 18° or 21° for proper ball flight.
• Longest playable iron – determine the strongest lofted iron that produces playable trajectory. Use the green stopping
charts and your ball flight observation to select the strongest lofted iron that produces playable trajectory.
• Use hybrids to fill the distance gap between the longest playable iron and 3 metal.
• Juniors (and all golfers) with slower ball speeds might have larger loft gaps to produce playable distance gaps in
their set.
• Consider prescribing an iron set make up of odd or even numbered irons until the junior achieves sufficient distance
gaps between consecutive irons.
• Iron lofts may be ordered anywhere from 2° strong to 2° weak.
WEDGES
• Loft gaps – consider wider loft gaps to produce appropriate distance gaps between clubs.
• Bounce – very few juniors should be using low bounce wedges. In the vast majority of golfers, select between
medium and high bounce options.
FULL CLUB FITTING VARIABLES
SWINGWEIGHT
• Under length clubs will swingweight lighter than standard length clubs.
• Playing the correct length is much more important to a youth golfer's development and ball flight than swing weight.
• Our experience has been that overallweight has a greater impact on performance than swingweight.
• When fitting metals, utilize the SureFit weight kits and consider using the lighter weights to keep overall weight of
the club low.
SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS
SPECIFICATIONS AVAILABLE TO ORDER
• Length – All Titleist clubs may be ordered up to 4” under mens standard length.
• Grips – We now offer a new Golf Pride Junior Grip that is round for use with adjustable and interchangeable clubs. It
is sized on a .560 core especially to be used on shafts that have been shortened and have a smaller diameter. Here
are the available grips depending upon the length of club ordered:
GRIPS - SIZE VS LENGTH
STD GRIPS (.580, .600, .620)
LADIES (U580)
JUNIOR GRIP (.560)
STD LENGTH
YES
YE S
-
-1 "
YES
YE S
-
-2 "
YES
YE S
YE S
-3"
-
YE S
YE S
- 4"
-
YE S
YE S
• Headweight – When ordering be sure to specify the
desired metals weight or swingweight.
YOUTH FITTING MATRIX
We have created a 10-shaft fitting matrix that is used with your existing fitting heads:
CLUB
SHAFT
SIZING
Drive r
D i a m a n a M + Red 5 0
Reg at 43½”, A-flex at 43” and 42”
Fairway
D i a m a n a M + Red 6 0
Reg at 41 ”, A-flex at 40”
Hyb r id
D i a m a n a M + Red 6 0 H Y
Reg at 38”, A-flex at 37”
Iron
Tr u e Tem p er X P 9 0
R 300 at 36”
Iron
F ST K B S Tou r 9 0
Reg at 36"
Iron
Ku roKa g e Ti N i 6 5
A-flex at 35½”
You may purchase this matrix for use at your facility or take advantage of our Team Titleist Shaft Library Program in
which we will loan you shafts for short-term use while fitting at no charge. Call 1-888-TITLEIST for more information.
2016
GRIPS
GRIP FITTING GOAL
Provide the player with the best grip for their golf clubs in order to maximize comfort and performance. The proper
grip size will produce less tension in the hands and forearms and will facilitate a proper release of the golf club.
GLOVE SIZE
LIKELY GRIP SIZES
Me ns X L
Ove r s ize
Me ns L
Me ns ML
Me ns M
Stan dard
Me ns S
Womens L
Womens ML
Undersize
Womens M
Womens S
Youth
Yo u th
Note: This chart serves as a guide for grip size selection. Ultimately, you and the player will make the final
determination based upon feel and performance.
ACUSHNET COMPANY
2819 Loker Ave E
Carlsbad, CA 92010
www.titleist.com
For more information, please call our Customer Service at 1-888-324-4766.
©2016 Acushnet Company. All Rights Reserved. Revised August 2015.