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We tried this with the TaylorMade Mini BRNR Driver!!!
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Күн бұрынIn todays video we try the TaylorMade BRNR mini driver from the fairway, off the tee and with a full length driver shaft.....what happens?
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@drdarren666 Жыл бұрын
The Mini burner in 11.5 with S flex only loses 5yards on my driver…. However, after 2 months i have yet to miss a fairway and hcp dropped from 3.6 to 1.9. Amazing club.
@gussgoldenworkshop9259 Жыл бұрын
I bought two of these mini’s, I play the 11.5 at 10.5 with a stiff shaft; I play the 13.5 at 14.5 with a regular shaft. I hit a fade with the 11.5; I hit a draw with the 13.5. No driver and 3 wood in my bag anymore. These are so easy to hit! I love hitting the 13.5 off the ground, so easy!
@James-th8tu Жыл бұрын
Is the 11.5 difficult to hit off the ground?
@gussgoldenworkshop9259 Жыл бұрын
@@James-th8tu If you have the heavy weight in the back, it’s surprisingly easy to hit off the turf. The only time I use the 11.5 off the turf is if I have to hit a big fade; other wise, I use the 13.5 off the turf. I’ve played just about every mini-driver ever and this is by far the best. I just don’t like the big headed drivers-I also play hickory golf and just enjoy smaller heads.
@TheMathsManuk Жыл бұрын
🤥
@carpykeith Жыл бұрын
I bought a 300 mini 11.5 play it at 10.75 with a stiff diamana black shaft and it goes in the bag when the big boy goes off! I use a white castle tee and the flight and accuracy are exactly what I want off the tee when I am having a rocky time!
@erikugland579 Жыл бұрын
Teeing the ball low and swinging more like a FW wood is key with mini driver, in my experience. Feels so much more powerful and under control than trying to hit up on it like a driver. The CG is such that an upward AoA produces weak strikes.
@joshallensarm Жыл бұрын
Funny you say that, I was really struggling with this club when I got it (high handicapper). The balls had no speed or height, no control and felt awful coming out. I started leaning back a bit and hitting up on it like a driver (still teed pretty low) and got much much better results, about 10-20 yards less than my driver but better dispersion. I saw so many people online saying to hit it like a 3-wood so I just kept stubbornly hitting it like that, but when I commit to hitting up on it I get much better results. Haven't hit it off the deck yet though
@discr1709 8 ай бұрын
Not for me. I tee it up fairly low and swing with about an 2-3 upward AoA. It's been working great.
@davidevans817 Жыл бұрын
Hi Andy, a little tip from a broadcast sound mixer: pan both the mics to the centre when you’re editing / mixing, the left / right panning just sounds weird. Love the videos, top class. 👍🏼
@TheAverageGolfer Жыл бұрын
Ok mate thanks for advice
@lukee4901 Жыл бұрын
Yes!
@windyrun7979 Жыл бұрын
Lew's opinion is always welcomed and valued. Happy to see he's willing to do these.
@curtchaffee Жыл бұрын
I have been playing a Mizuno STG from the factory at 44 inches and set to 11 degree which closed the clubface from standard enough to help fight my late square up fades. I have been hitting center of the face more often and getting a more penetrating flight. I have not noticed any loss of distance from my full length Rogue ST.
@GOLFADDICT65 3 ай бұрын
i ended up getting the new 2024 copper version and i LOVE it went with the 13.5 degree and the MCC +4 midsize grip I am 59 years old and a 8 handicap off the fairway is awesome and off the tee glad i went with it to go inbetween my 9 degree driver and my 17 degree Hywood then my Qi10 Max 7 wood 22 degrees Knock on wood off the deck i have been blasting it it works great for me cheers from Canada
@tomashmore4128 Жыл бұрын
I have the 13.5 model to replace my 3 wood and what a club easy to launch off the fairway and even better off the tee
@wks4511 Жыл бұрын
Thats a nice looking club. I love the way it sits. It should be an option for a lot of amateur golfers.
@muzzleblast88 Жыл бұрын
I'm obsessed with my brnr. I got it on 9 degrees it rolls out forever and easy to hit. Still got my ltdx in the bag for holes I can swing out of my shoes and not worry about losing it
@johntinkler6718 Жыл бұрын
Never tire of watching the languid power and control of Lewis's swing.
@giomusah2155 Жыл бұрын
languid? haha..trying to showoff your English. This isn't school
@markpaterson6024 Жыл бұрын
Well read folk appreciate the efficient use of words to convey a meaning. Languid was a perfect fit. 👏
@paulmcgee1867 Жыл бұрын
Top golfer
@cameronloveless1751 Жыл бұрын
Nope… Never tire of watching Lew. Do tire of all that background traffic noise at Holywell GC though!
@giomusah2155 Жыл бұрын
@@markpaterson6024 well read folk? Did you think it through with those words.a well is a hole with water
@andrewframe4678 Жыл бұрын
Great video, thank you. Just bought the 13.5 degree and think it's excellent. I was also surprised by how low the ball flight was. I expected it to be much higher.
@huwtoghill3447 9 ай бұрын
I’ve just picked up a 11.5 from eBay and used it for 9 holes as a tee club. It’s incredible .
@kenhill3601 5 ай бұрын
Bought one, partly thank to you. Have been eying this club for almost 2 years. Bought the 11.5 and am hitting it as pure as any club in my bag. Love it
@ianthompson3229 Жыл бұрын
Your making me want one. Could take the driver and 3 wood out of the bag and add this and a 7 wood. I think this is about to get expensive🤣
@atamagashock 4 ай бұрын
With the 2024 version dropping today, that’s exactly what I’m doing. I had just bought a new 3 wood this week, never even unwrapped it yet. Heard the news of the 2024 release 2 hours ago. Went straight to the store, returned the 3 wood and bought the new BRNR in 13.5. Chose that cause I can drop it to 11.5 if I want. Personally don’t feel the need to go any lower than that
@starks1974 Жыл бұрын
ANDY! You should do the differing handicap test with the mini, the one that you did several years ago. I thought that was brilliant because it showed it was not for a low/scratch golfer, but for the mid+ handicappers it was an eye opener. And to me it's about the dispersion, not the yardage, plus distance consistency. In my testing it was often going further than my normal driver, but consistent distance and dispersion. I thought the swing weight was a big factor for me as I had a more controlled tempo, unlike the lighter driver.
@TheAverageGolfer Жыл бұрын
I loved that format Brent but it was so difficult to pull it all together
@starks1974 Жыл бұрын
@@TheAverageGolfer - you could hit up a driving range and ask random players, but that may get a little awkward. It was by far one of the more "scientific" methodologies as you had a baseline testing then added in the variable. I've watched all of the other reviews and they are all better players, thus would have better numbers with their driver so doesn't really give a good 1:1 match. I know James R. has also been raving about this driver too and has been giving honest opinions. Keep up the great work!
@discr1709 8 ай бұрын
I bought a used Original One mini-driver in mint condition used recently and it's been terrific as an accurate off the tee option that goes around 250 for me, vs. my driver that averages in the 270's. The mini-driver is definitely easier for me to hit consistently.
@Emslander 5 ай бұрын
I’ve used a 16 degree SLDR mini for years. It’s good for fairways and some tees. This at 11 would take care of the driver, which gets less reliable as I age into my late seventies.
@casualguy3938 4 ай бұрын
44" Aldila NV "R" flext shaft with a 14 degree Aerotech ASMD-01 driver head which is a 260cc head, and I lose about 10y off my 45" driver. The sole lets me also use it as a 3w. Off the tee I play it like a 3w, to let the loft get it up in the air instead of teeing it high. 15 rounds in a row without missing a fairway and I don't throw my back out every time I pull it out of the bag. Best $30 I have ever spent and I can carry it instead of a driver and 3W.
@fretless05 Жыл бұрын
People comment that you should compare heads on the same shaft? OK... Guilty as charged. Nice video. I agree that if you really want the best performance from a club, you need to be fit for both the head and shaft at the same time, as they do work together. This is a really interesting option, and I'm tempted to give it a hit, but keep feeling that maybe I'd be better off spending that money on lessons to hit driver better.
@waynedouglas256 Жыл бұрын
I remember Taylormade bringing out a mini driver around 1991ish same time as the bubble driver
@michaelg3911 Жыл бұрын
I'm still gaming my 12 degree SLDR Mini Driver. It's a fairway finder on those tight tee shots. I've had it 9 years now (looks it too) but the only way it's coming out of the bag is 'its stolen or something a lot better comes along. I'm really tempted to get fitted for the BNNR.
@flyingbeagles8328 Жыл бұрын
Fun challenge suggestion: Compare the mini-burner with a lady's 12.5 driver configured for a 5'4" lady. The shaft length and loft of the two clubs could be quite similar and produce similar results.
@troyrambo6804 Жыл бұрын
It's basically just a large headed 2 wood in the 13.5 model. Probably good for the person struggling with driver.
@paulcooper8521 Жыл бұрын
Looks a great club and Lewis swinging it well and obviously you too Andy 😉😉😂👏👏
@TheAverageGolfer Жыл бұрын
He’s not too shabby 🤣
@garydavis8213 Жыл бұрын
Like to see Lew turn that Mini down to 12.5 and move the heavy weight to the front.
@briantreadwell2206 Жыл бұрын
Love the fact Andy so comfortable hitting with a pro - Andy swing is good, Lewis . . . . .
@TheAverageGolfer Жыл бұрын
Pro and friend which makes it easier 👍
@garydavis8213 Жыл бұрын
Andy, love to see you with Lew actually changing the weight and loft around in a launch monitor fitting session for you.
@petekenny3774 Жыл бұрын
Lads ...question for you....why do you think other manufacturers don't make something like this ?? I think Callaway did at some point but the rest of the big brands don't ....any thoughts cheers chaps
@TheAverageGolfer Жыл бұрын
That’s a great question, no idea as to the answer, maybe it is too niche and not enough demand? I certainly think a lot of golfers would benefit from the club
@billybob1346 7 ай бұрын
Use the white set height tee so half a ball is above the crown
@petekenny3774 Жыл бұрын
I'd like to see you loft it up to 14.5 or 15 👍👍👍
@TheAverageGolfer Жыл бұрын
We should have tried that Pete
@sms9106 5 ай бұрын
Considering this club, current M2 ~ I have issues finishing (leaving open) but no problems on other clubs including my 3 wood. Perhaps this might solve the problem, Had a smaller 430 head years ago that worked great but it was long retired, maybe my problem is psychological?
@cchsiao817 11 ай бұрын
the adjustable weight screws are same as Stealth Driver side adjustment weight?
@pdmv8471 Жыл бұрын
If there was an inch and a half of difference between the two shafts you're talking about 9 swingweight points give or take...on a D4 club to begin with. Serious backweighting is needed to tame that beast with a "normal" driver shaft length.
@TheAverageGolfer Жыл бұрын
I think that was the point, many think it is a simple ‘put this shaft in this and put that shaft in the other’
@Ibizassini Жыл бұрын
Would have loved to see how it compared to his normal driver :)
@ndragon88 11 ай бұрын
I love the video but its a shame you didn't compare this to his driver AND 3 wood. This 13.5 or 14.5 is supposed to replace a 3 wood no? I would love to see this guy hit the 11.5 version his swing looks so pure
@ronj9460 Жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks!
@markpaterson6024 Жыл бұрын
Has anyone done detailed readings to see what it’s club head speed is against current sized drivers?
@user-se2ku6rc2s Жыл бұрын
This is versatile but is the paradyme triples diamonds is versatile????????
@markandrews4420 Жыл бұрын
Is ball position same as driver or 3 wood?
@banditbaker1675 Жыл бұрын
This new mini-driver from TM raises so many questions, it's doing damage to my few remaining brain cells. The first thing that occurs to me is that manufacturers have over the years been increasing the size of their driver heads and increasing the length of their driver shafts, in an attempt to give us more distance. Yet here we are "Returning to the Past" with a smaller head and a shorter shaft?????? Could it be that they have been shooting us a marketing gimmick all along?????? The best driver I ever had was a very early Big Bertha 3Wood whose head size and shaft length was almost identical to BRNR so I am tempted to give the new offering a try. But I also have to be aware that I'm now North of 70 and I know that I need all the distance I can muster and I probably haven't got the speed to optimise the new BRNR🤦♂🤦♂🤦♂🤦♂
@TheAverageGolfer Жыл бұрын
So many questions…..it’s time we went back to smaller heads and shorter shaft IMO, maybe something in the middle 400cc head, 44.25 shaft…..some more to think about 🤣
@banditbaker1675 Жыл бұрын
@@TheAverageGolfer Sounds like a plan Andy, I know from my own testing/fittings that 45" is the absolute limit in shaft length in a driver anything longer and I can't find the middle of the clubface and just start hitting banana balls. PS It was Great to see you two out on the course together👍👍
@GallatinMan Жыл бұрын
In mid late 90’s picked up a BB Strong 3. Carried that club into the 2000’s and was always a consistent performer. Reminds me alot of that club.
@banditbaker1675 Жыл бұрын
@@GallatinMan We are possibly talking about the same club, though I thought that mine was from the early 90s. Either way, it was a great club off the tee, long and you could move it either way or hit a straight ball.👍👍
@stevemcvay2220 6 ай бұрын
Was this course next to the highway???
@markk171 Жыл бұрын
Yea I can't hit a 3 wood off the deck...so trying to hit this mini driver off the deck would not happen for me. :)
@petekenny3774 Жыл бұрын
Well done lads....it's bloody 429 of your English pounds 😱😱😱... Would you have that and driver or just that lads what you reckon....lou lovely draw swing 👍👍👍
@peterborrowman2041 Жыл бұрын
Where are you looking mate? It's 379 in AG
@petekenny3774 Жыл бұрын
@@peterborrowman2041 ah nice one must have seen the RRP for it
@gerryscott6223 Жыл бұрын
Cannot find this in my area
@covlad2009 7 ай бұрын
Wats the best color castle tee for this?
@PeteL-qq6oz 5 ай бұрын
I play an older TM mini driver and i find the yellow castles are perfect for it.
@paulgarthright296 Жыл бұрын
Price is stupid high
@rhysjones5323 Жыл бұрын
What course is this?
@rondarling751 Жыл бұрын
Is it not just a fairway wood from the 80’s before low profile fairways hit the scene?
@GallatinMan Жыл бұрын
80-90s but sure looks like it.
@09Youba Жыл бұрын
AG are you going to do a video on BRNR 11.5?
@TheAverageGolfer Жыл бұрын
I don’t have it sorry Ray
@sodthong Жыл бұрын
Sounds like you were recording at a jet engine testing site...
@edtoperzer3238 Жыл бұрын
Great video
@rickcudmore8156 Жыл бұрын
Should have had Lou hit it in the 11.5* for a comparison.
@TheAverageGolfer Жыл бұрын
We don’t have the 11.5 👍
@rickcudmore8156 Жыл бұрын
@@TheAverageGolfer it's the driver adjustable, couldn't you have adjusted it down 2 degrees?
@markdurham8593 Жыл бұрын
I have an 8 degree driver a 16 degree 5w and have this bad boat at 12
@kevinjager124 3 ай бұрын
Tried to watch this but couldn’t because of the constant traffic noise
@chrisb.4496 Жыл бұрын
Just get a twelve degree drive ffs!
@TheAverageGolfer Жыл бұрын
Why? They are more expensive and the only option is a 460cc head and majority with 45.75 shaft
@ddw3968 Жыл бұрын
The best answer is, play what works for you
@PFunkChang Жыл бұрын
They are sold out
@TheAverageGolfer Жыл бұрын
Not from what I can see? Hotgolf have them
@DonAl9114 Жыл бұрын
Thank you guys. It’s a pleasure to listen and get your point. Pity it was so noisy in the back. I’m getting excited to buy this club. 🫣
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