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The Titleist GT2 driver is the most forgiving in the new GT family. High launch and low spin. More aerodynamic shape leads to more ball speed and distance.
Introduction
Throughout the three TS series, my notes on the “2” models have been consistent. If you want to play a Titleist driver but have been scared by the brand’s “players only” image, this is the one for you. With the Titleist GT2 driver, the company is making it explicit, saying it’s “built for players who don’t always find the center of the face.” I tested one to see exactly how far Titleist was able to push forgiveness while maintaining their industry-leading aerodynamics and speed.
Looks
The Titleist GT 2 driver is a masterclass in making a forgiving driver look great. At address, the gloss black crown is totally clean, save for the “GT” alignment aid. By request of Titleist’s Tour Staff, there are no visible seams at address. The shape defies easy description. There is a curve off the heel that indicates a pear shape, but a closer look reveals that thje majority of the bulk does tilt a little toward the heel. It’s about average in length from front-to-back, and the face looks a hair taller than average. Overall, it’s a beautiful driver that will appeal to a wide range of players.
In the bag, the GT2 delivers just what you’d expect from a Titleist driver. It’s clean, sleek, and understated. “GT2” sits proudly on a flash of silver on an otherwise black sole. Light geometric designs keep the club from looking boring. The one adjustable weight is slid all the way to the back of the head, invisible from the sole view.
Above, the Titleist GT2 driver is on the left, the GT3 on the right. To my eye, the biggest difference is that the GT2 is longer from front to back. This also changes the shape, making the GT2 look symmetrical or slightly heel-biased where the GT3 has a more traditional pear shape. Though the GT3 looks to have a much taller face than the GT2, the difference is only about 1/16″.
Sound & Feel
My driver fitting started with the GT3, then moved to the Titleist GT2 driver. Hitting them back to back, there was an obvious familial resemblance, but the GT2 does have some personality of its own. To my ear, the sound is more lively. In the grand scheme, this is still a quiet driver, but the “crack” of impact is a bit more boisterous than its brother’s.
Where the two drivers align completely is in their solid feel. The GT2 driver feels extremely solid behind the ball, even on mishits. While there is strong feedback on strike location through the hands, the feel never gets weak, thin, or unpleasant.
Performance
As I noted in my review of the GT3 driver [read it HERE], I went into my fitting expecting to come away with the GT2 because of the forgiveness, and this driver absolutely delivers there. Just like its predecessor, the TSR2 [review HERE], this club makes a Titleist driver playable for a wide range of golfers. It’s also going to help those players swing faster, create more ball speed, and hit longer drives.
The major advancement in the Titleist GT2 driver is the seamless thermoform crown. This new material allowed Titleist’s club design team to create a more aerodynamic head – leading to more club and ball speed – without sacrificing ideal launch and spin characteristics [learn more about this direct from Titleist on the podcast HERE]. In my testing, the claims of greater speed are legit: I’ve created more ball speed with the GT drivers than any others I’ve tested.
That ball speed remains consistent across the face thanks to the larger, higher MOI head and Speed Ring face design. Launch and spin also remain steady whether you’re striping it or missing center. Titleist bills both the GT2 and GT3 as high launch, low spin, and I think that’s broadly correct. On my best swings, the GT2 launched a little higher for me, but the difference was only measurable, not obvious to the naked eye. That all adds up to consistent, predictable distance off the tee.
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The biggest difference between the Titleist GT2 driver and the GT3 is the adjustability. Both clubs have Titleist’s SureFit hosel which offers 16 different loft and lie options and opens up a ton of fitting possibilities. The GT3 adds the CG Track – a movable weight. In the GT2 there’s a single weight port at the back of the head for adjusting swing weight. As is often the case, the benefit for giving up the sliding weight is the additional forgiveness which makes the GT2 so playable.
As much as I love (and need) forgiveness off the tee, what pushed the GT3 into my bag was the CG Track. I can go through stretches of really struggling with the hook, so being able to counteract that was worth giving up a little forgiveness. If your miss pattern is balanced or skews right, the GT2 is going to be perfect for you. My launch and spin tended to be a bit lower with the GT2 because it wanted to draw where the GT3 went straight or cut. If you like seeing the ball turn over, the Titleist GT2 driver should be on the top of your demo list.
Conclusion
If you’re considering the Titleist GT2 driver but your ego is pulling you toward the GT3, consider this: the Tour usage is now about 50/50 between the two models. The GT2 is not “just” a playable Titleist, it’s also every bit the Tour favorite that the GT3 is. Either way you go, expect to pick up some speed and hit shorter irons into the green.
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Matt lives in the northwest suburbs of Chicago with his wife and two daughters.
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9 Comments
I switched to the GT 2 Driver this summer after being fit for a PXG Black Ops this past winter. Oh my gosh – the difference is unbelievable. I gained 15 -20 yards off the tee, increased my carry distance substantially and my ball flight is much higher. The GT 2 is incredibly forgiving. It’s the best driver I’ve ever used.
How much of an upgrade is this over a TSR2? I just picked up a used TSR2 for less than half of a new GT2- and liking it for distance and forgiveness.
Alex,
I haven’t run them head to head, so I don’t have numbers on that. The TSR2 is a great driver, and a great value at half the price of a GT2.
-Matt
It’s not that noticable. I went for a fitting with the GT and came away with nothing. I have the Titleist TSI 2 with a Graphite Design shaft. We tried my shaft in the GT after no noticable difference using their shafts. The fitter told me to keep my shaft. I asked if he would sell me the head only and he told me he couldn’t. I can’t do a head only for over $600.00.
Remembering those who are a bit “swing speed challenged”, I worry about the words “low spin”
You need speed to create spin, not enough spin ball falls out of the sky ….
What would you say is the minimum swing speed to make this driver work?
Or is it a case of “go get fitted and find out”?
Mike,
You must be a regular reader, because you know the answer is “Get fit.”
I’m guilty of this, too, but I think people too often correlate speed and spin. I have above average speed, but I’m low spin. There are people who are the opposite. Which is all to say, every individual needs to get fit.
Best,
Matt
Matt, Is the GT2 designed for the same golfer as the TSR2 . I too just purchased a TSR 2 at halt the GT2 price.
John,
Yes, they’re very similar.
Best,
Matt
Tested the GT2 vs my gamer which is a TS2 from ~2018
Similar shaft specs
Similar lofts
On track man showed tighter dispersion and 25(!) more yards. Looking forward to trying on the course
Going for a shorter shaft from stock too