Sub 70 849 Pro Driver

[Jonny_Crash]

I've had my eye on this for a bit (849 Pro Driver).  The release date says June 2021... which is now halfway over.  I'm really curious to read some reviews once they come out.  Anyone hearing anything (paging @Sub70 ).

 

I just finally learned to hit a driver in the ballpark, so it's time to replace my old TM RBZ Stage 2 (the dings on the top are just not acceptable anymore).  I'm really looking forward to seeing how this turns out! 

[Tom the Golf Nut]

This would make a great testing opportunity......hint, hint.

[TBT]

Looks pretty sweet

[MattF]

9 hours ago, Tom the Golf Nut said:

This would make a great testing opportunity......hint, hint.

My mail is that it's a distinct possibility.

[JoshDay]

Is that PXG? I've never heard of how you're talking about it, but it looks like it. Good luck with whatever you find!

[GolfSub70]

On 6/15/2021 at 5:44 PM, Jonny_Crash said:

I've had my eye on this for a bit (849 Pro Driver).  The release date says June 2021... which is now halfway over.  I'm really curious to read some reviews once they come out.  Anyone hearing anything (paging @Sub70 ).

 

I just finally learned to hit a driver in the ballpark, so it's time to replace my old TM RBZ Stage 2 (the dings on the top are just not acceptable anymore).  I'm really looking forward to seeing how this turns out! 

 

Thanks for the message!  We will have some by the end of the month so keep an eye out.  The first batch may go relatively quickly...but we'll have more ready in early July as well. 

[Jonny_Crash]

Oooh boy!  Looking forward to it!  

We will need some reviews as well  

[Mark DeProspero]

I am waiting for this as well although I can't decide between the Pro or the 849D. I spoke with jason last week and like everything else in the Covid era, supply issues are creating delays. I also play the 699Pro irons(4-AW) and if these drivers are anything like the quality and playability of the irons I will be a happy man.

 

Curious how that Sub70 Pro 3 wood is treating you. I currently play an old school Titleist 910F 13 degree and might be looking to get into some new technology.

[Jonny_Crash]

I like the 3W, but it hasn’t had a real working over yet… I tore my Achilles a couple weeks after I got it. 

I have  the hzdrus black shaft, cut down 1/2”.  It has a very penetrating flight and just rips. We don’t yet get along all the time, but I like it a lot. 

[Agent 87]

Do you know what shafts are available with this driver. 

[fixyurdivot]

Very stealth looking.  If you end up getting one, please report back on how it performs.

[GolfSub70]

2 hours ago, Agent 87 said:

Do you know what shafts are available with this driver. 

Here is what is in our drop down menu.  However, we have a lot of other options so feel free to contact us if you don't see what you want/need...

 

UST dRVR Graphite

Senior

Sub 70 Project X High Launch 4.5 Graphite

UST PROFORCE V2 White/Yellow 5F2 Graphite

UST PROFORCE V2 HL Silver/Red 5F2 Graphite

Regular

Project X Evenflow Riptide 50 5.5 Graphite

Project X Evenflow Riptide 60 5.5 Graphite

Sub 70 Project X High Launch 5.5 Graphite

Project X HZRDUS Smoke Black 60 5.5 Graphite

UST PROFORCE V2 Black 6F3 Graphite

Aldila NV NXT 65 Graphite

Aldila NVS NXT 65 Graphite

Mitsubishi TENSEI AV RAW BLUE 65 R

Fujikura Pro 2.0 5R Graphite

Fujikura Ventus Red 6 Graphite

Graphite Design Tour AD DI-5 Graphite

Stiff

Project X Evenflow Riptide 50 6.0

Sub 70 Project X High Launch 6.0 Graphite

Project X Evenflow Riptide 60 6.0

Project X Evenflow Riptide 70 6.0

Project X HZRDUS Smoke Black 60 6.0

Project X HZRDUS Smoke Black 70 6.0

UST PROFORCE V2 Black 6F4 Graphite

Aldila NV NXT 65 Graphite

Fujikura Pro 2.0 6S Graphite

Mitsubishi TENSEI AV RAW WHITE 65 S

Mitsubishi TENSEI AV RAW BLUE 65 S

Fujikura Ventus Red 6 Graphite

Fujikura Ventus Blue 6 Graphite

Fujikura Ventus Black 6 Graphite

Graphite Design Tour AD DI-6 Graphite

Graphite Design Tour AD TP-6 Graphite

XS

Project X HZRDUS Smoke Black 60 6.5

Project X HZRDUS Smoke Black 70 6.5

Project X Evenflow Riptide 60 6.5

Project X Evenflow Riptide 70 6.5

UST PROFORCE V2 Black 6F5 Graphite

Aldila NV NXT 65 Graphite

Mitsubishi TENSEI AV RAW BLUE 65 X

Mitsubishi TENSEI AV RAW WHITE 65 X

Fujikura Pro 2.0 7X Graphite

Fujikura Ventus Blue 6 Graphite

Fujikura Ventus Black 6 Graphite

Graphite Design Tour AD DI-6 Graphite

Graphite Design Tour AD TP-6 Graphite

[Jonny_Crash]

Looks like you can now get a 9* head with your choice of shaft.  While I have the swing speed to hit a 9, I'll probably hang on till the next ordering window to see what the options are.    (A lot of this depends on when I can swing again after my achillies injury... I'm hoping early/mid July)

Edited June 21, 2021 by Jonny_Crash

[Jonny_Crash]

Update.... now out of stock (that was quick)!  Good work to the lads @Sub70 hope to see some reviews soon

 

[GolfSub70]

On 6/21/2021 at 1:01 PM, Jonny_Crash said:

Update.... now out of stock (that was quick)!  Good work to the lads @Sub70 hope to see some reviews soon

 

Thanks! We should have a much bigger batch available in early July.

[Jonny_Crash]

@Sub70What is the loft adjustability on the driver head?  

[GolfSub70]

On 6/22/2021 at 2:44 PM, Jonny_Crash said:

@Sub70What is the loft adjustability on the driver head?  

+/- 2 degrees

[Vegan_Golfer_PNW]

@GolfSub70, how is the forgiveness across the face compared to other OEMs?

[GolfSub70]

18 hours ago, rbsiedsc said:

@GolfSub70, how is the forgiveness across the face compared to other OEMs?

I really can't offer much on that front.  I haven't personally compared it to any other specific OEM drivers.  We do a lot of testing and I'm sure someone at some point ran numbers against some other options...but I haven't seen anything on that.  We'll let customers and third parties validate the performance.  I wouldn't expect you to take me seriously if I told you it is very forgiving.  Obviously I'm a little biased.  Our 849D model will be the more forgiving option of the two though.  This one is going to be lower launching and more fade biased.

[Vegan_Golfer_PNW]

3 minutes ago, GolfSub70 said:

I really can't offer much on that front.  I haven't personally compared it to any other specific OEM drivers.  We do a lot of testing and I'm sure someone at some point ran numbers against some other options...but I haven't seen anything on that.  We'll let customers and third parties validate the performance.  I wouldn't expect you to take me seriously if I told you it is very forgiving.  Obviously I'm a little biased.  Our 849D model will be the more forgiving option of the two though.  This one is going to be lower launching and more fade biased.

Thanks! How about spin reduction between the two?

[GolfSub70]

On 6/29/2021 at 2:32 PM, rbsiedsc said:

Thanks! How about spin reduction between the two?

I think most people have seen a 300-400rpm reduction in backspin with the Pro model

[vandyland]

On 6/15/2021 at 5:44 PM, Jonny_Crash said:

I've had my eye on this for a bit (849 Pro Driver).  The release date says June 2021... which is now halfway over.  I'm really curious to read some reviews once they come out.  Anyone hearing anything (paging @Sub70 ).

 

I just finally learned to hit a driver in the ballpark, so it's time to replace my old TM RBZ Stage 2 (the dings on the top are just not acceptable anymore).  I'm really looking forward to seeing how this turns out! 

That driver LOOKS awesome. Sub 70's design approach is so appealing to me these days. I am extremely tired of all the bright colors and weird accents on drivers. I am sure the marketing executives at each major OEM have all but required the drivers that are played out on tour double as advertisements or, at a minimum, very recognizable to us mortals watching TV. I feel like I am not alone. It was hard for me to even find the white/black Cobra SZ driver that I have now. Guess what? They had PLENTY of the bright yellow ones available, haha. 

[J0K3R]

Just ordered one with the PX Evenflow Riptide 60.  I'll update after I get it on the range.

[JFish350]

I wouldn't mind adding this to my bag. Problem is my driver has completely dropped like the hot girl at the bar. being more fade biased has me really wanting the 849 pro. Might just add it to my order of 699 pro's I'll be placing in the next week. Only issue is which shaft. 

[GolfSub70]

On 7/20/2021 at 7:01 PM, JFish350 said:

I wouldn't mind adding this to my bag. Problem is my driver has completely dropped like the hot girl at the bar. being more fade biased has me really wanting the 849 pro. Might just add it to my order of 699 pro's I'll be placing in the next week. Only issue is which shaft. 

If you have any questions on shaft options just let us know!

[Jonny_Crash]

TXG reviewed this driver the other day.  Looking really good! 

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FeSXC4Afh4Q

[J0K3R]

Systems are go for launch.  Going to try and get to the range this week. Also have a game on Sunday so I’ll have more info after.

First impressions. It looks really good. Love the simple all black with honeycomb on the crown and the matte accents on the sole.

Went with the 60g shift to get something close in weight to my current gamer (910D2 w 65g Diamana) and with practice swings it feels slightly heavier. Not enough to even consider changing the weight setup yet.

Will update later

[J0K3R]

Here goes my best for unofficial review.

Took a little longer as there was an issue with the head and Sub 70 went above and beyond to take care of it for me.

I was first alerted to Sub 70 when looking for something higher launching than my 3H.  In my search I came across a list that had the best fairway woods and the Sub 70 Pro was listed.  At $150/club and Project X shafts, I'm a bit of a Project X homer, with the $ back guarantee I order a 5W with the high launch shaft and it instantly became one of my favorite clubs to hit.  I know that 5w being a favorite club sounds off but when you put it past people with their driver it's fun.

I've been gaming my 910 for 11 years or so and have hit numerous drivers in passing but haven't really come across anything that made me feel like I should change.  I decided to get a new set of irons this year and figured I would trade those in and give the 849 pro a shot at the $299 price point and especially since the stock options are PX shafts that I have been window shopping for a while.  Also my misses are high with too much spin.  Even though the 849 is tabbed as higher launching I figured the help in spin reduction would be ideal for me.  I figured if we didn't like each other I could trade it for a pro 3w and a new wedge.  Ordered the 849 Pro with Evenflow Riptide 60 6.0.

1st Range session.

I had a great warm up but just couldn't get it moving as I would prefer. New shaft, new head shape, probably some adrenaline for a new boom stick, etc so I was a little disappointed as I had more of a fade than a nice little cut.  However, it must be the combination of the shaft and the added weight, it was just launching right in my window with a piercing ball flight.  The sound is really cool with a muted thwack, probably not the best description for the sound but I can't think of another word to describe it better.  After this I figured if needed I can play with the weights or use the adjuster to get it where I need.

2nd Range Session

Get warmed up and start reps with the 849.  It's right in my window and now I'm swinging freely with my nice window and shot shape.  Feel is great and feedback feel is excellent.  My buddy comes over and starts admiring my ball flight and the looks and feel of the club.  Great weight, and the top of the crown with the transition from solid to the honey comb from the carbon fiber looks real nice.  There's no alignment markings on the top but I barely even noticed as with the way it sets up it was easy to get the club squared on my line.  

1st Round with tha big stick

Still getting used to it but all in all very positive outcome.  You put a good swing on it and it wants to go straight and bores through the air.  I was able to work a draw and bigger cut when needed.  Again,  I think, the sound is really cool compared to other drivers.  Muted sound big drive.  The course I played has a dogleg left Par 5 on the back that if you can elevate your tee ball, I don't hit my drives very high as I have more of a mid launch, you can cut the corner big time.  This was the first time that I had actually tried or wanted to hit a higher launch.  Teed the ball up ever so slightly and made a point to have a little more up swing and cleared the tree no issue and actually hit it through the fairway, still pin high in 2 though.

Conclusion

This is a really solid club that it now going to stay in my bag for a while.  For the few that I did miss the center there is just enough feedback that you can tell where it was hit relative to the sweet spot and overall shot value was better than misses with previous clubs I had tried.  You flush it and it is extremely smooth feeling with enough spring that you know you got it all.  The looks are very understated and the performance is top notch.  AND You can't beat Sub 70 customer service.

 

[Jonny_Crash]

This is what I was waiting to hear.  It sounds like a gamer, glad it's working for you.  This is very much on my radar for my next club. 

 

[Hurleyjr]

Is the shaft adapter the same as a Taylormade?