Sub 70 859 Pro Driver

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Players Distance Driver

Sub 70 does not sell the 859 Pro the way TaylorMade sells a driver. There is no tour seeding story, no launch-week hype cycle. You order it direct from their shop in Sycamore, Illinois, they build it to your spec, and it shows up costing hundreds less than the equivalent head from a major OEM. The 859 Pro is the better-player option in the 859 driver line, and in 2023 it quietly became one of the more interesting value plays in the category.

Players Distance is the right label for it. This is a full 460cc head, so you keep a real footprint and real forgiveness, but the Pro version is tuned for golfers who generate their own speed and want spin kept in check. It is not a max-forgiveness head with a draw bias baked in. Hit it thin off the toe and it will tell you.

One thing to know up front: there is no adjustable hosel. You pick your loft when you order, Sub 70 builds it, and that is the club you play. For some golfers that is a dealbreaker. For others it is a relief.

• Better players with above-average swing speed who want a lower-spin 460cc head without paying flagship OEM prices.
• Anyone who knows their specs, or is willing to get fitted first, since the fixed hosel means you commit to a loft at order time.
• Value hunters who like the direct-to-consumer model and would rather put the savings toward a good aftermarket shaft.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Sub 70 859 Pro driver adjustable?

No. The 859 Pro has a fixed, glued hosel with no adjustable adapter. You choose your loft when you order and Sub 70 builds the club to that spec. If you like tweaking loft and lie between rounds, this is not the driver for you. If you get fitted once and leave it alone anyway, you will never miss it.

What is the difference between the Sub 70 859 and the 859 Pro?

The Pro is the lower-spinning, better-player head in the 859 line. The standard 859 launches higher and gives up less on off-center hits, which suits moderate swing speeds. The Pro rewards golfers who already generate speed and want a flatter, more penetrating flight. Both are 460cc, so the difference is in the flight, not the footprint.

What handicap should play the 859 Pro?

There is no hard cutoff, but it makes the most sense for roughly single-digit to low-teens players with decent clubhead speed. Because the head stays at 460cc, it is more forgiving than most drivers with Pro in the name. A 15-handicap who spins the ball too much could still benefit. A slower-speed player fighting a slice should look at the standard 859 instead.

Is Sub 70 a legit brand or a knockoff?

Legit. Sub 70 is a direct-to-consumer company based in Sycamore, Illinois that designs its own clubs and assembles every order in-house. The prices are low because you are not paying for tour contracts and retail markup, not because the quality is cut-rate. Their irons and wedges have built a strong following among golfers who do their homework.

Can I try the 859 Pro before I buy it?

You will not find it on the rack at a big-box store, since Sub 70 only sells direct. The company is known for accommodating customer service and trial options, so check their current demo policy before ordering. At minimum, call them and talk through your specs. They will tell you honestly if the standard 859 is the better fit, which is not something every manufacturer does.

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