Sub 70 849 Driver

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Game Improvement Driver

Sub 70 doesn't spend money on Tour pros or Super Bowl ads, and the 849 driver is what that looks like in practice. You get a full 460cc titanium head, sold direct from their shop in Sycamore, Illinois, at a price that undercuts the big OEMs by a wide margin. For 2023, the 849 is the forgiveness-first option in their lineup, built for golfers who want distance without needing to flush it every time.

One thing worth knowing up front: there's no adjustable hosel here. Sub 70 skipped the sleeve, which saves weight and cost, and instead leans on their fitting process to get you into the right loft and shaft before the club ever ships. That trade works if you know your specs or take advantage of their demo program. It's less convenient if you like tinkering in the garage.

The 849 won't out-market anyone. What it does is deliver legitimate game improvement performance, real forgiveness at 460cc, and a clean look at address, from a company that answers the phone when you call. For a lot of mid and high handicappers, that's the whole pitch.

• Mid to high handicappers who want maximum forgiveness from a 460cc head without paying flagship OEM prices.
• Players who know their specs, or are willing to go through a fitting, since the fixed hosel means no loft changes after purchase.
• Anyone drawn to the direct-to-consumer model and the idea of a driver hand-built to order in Illinois rather than pulled off a rack.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Sub 70 849 driver adjustable?

No. The 849 has a fixed hosel, so you can't change loft or lie after purchase. Sub 70 offsets this by building each driver to your specs when you order, and their demo program lets you test heads and shafts before committing.

Who is the Sub 70 849 best suited for?

It's aimed at mid to high handicappers and moderate swing speed players who want forgiveness first. The full 460cc head and deep weighting help keep off-center hits in play, so it rewards golfers who don't find the center of the face every time.

How does the 849 compare to drivers from Callaway or TaylorMade?

Performance-wise it competes in the same game improvement space, with similar forgiveness from its 460cc footprint. The real difference is price and buying model. You give up the adjustable hosel and retail try-before-you-buy, and in exchange you pay meaningfully less for a custom-built club.

Can I try the Sub 70 849 before buying it?

Sub 70 runs a demo program that ships clubs to your door to test, since they don't sell through big box retail. That matters more than usual here, because with a non-adjustable head you want to confirm loft and shaft before you order.

Does the fixed hosel on the 849 actually cost me anything?

For most golfers, not much. Adjustable sleeves add weight and cost, and studies of real-world use suggest most players set them once and never touch them again. The catch is fitting accuracy. If your loft need changes, or you guessed wrong at checkout, there's no dial to turn later.

Alternatives to the Sub 70 849

Other game improvement driver models from different brands, closest to its model year.