The driver remains the king of distance, but the 3-wood is essential for versatility; the mini driver serves as a powerful problem-solver for those who struggle with standard driver consistency.
Their scorecard
Forgiveness: 4/5 — Large head confidence
Distance: 5/5 — 291 total yards
What they rate
Mini driver provides a 'Superman cape' for those scared of standard drivers
3-wood allows for aggressive play out of thick rough
Driver offers maximum rollout (up to 290+ yards)
What they don’t
Driver is physically unable to perform in thick rough
Mini driver and 3-wood can become redundant if not gapped properly by a fitter
The driver remains the king of distance, but the 3-wood is essential for versatility; the mini driver serves as a powerful problem-solver for those who struggle with standard driver consistency.
Mini driver provides a 'Superman cape' for those scared of standard drivers
3-wood allows for aggressive play out of thick rough