Will adjusting my club head to the draw setting help my slice?

Answered by Douglas Hiatt

In my personal experience, adjusting the club head to the draw setting did not significantly help my slice. While it may provide a slight improvement, it is unlikely to completely fix the issue. Let me explain why.

Firstly, it’s important to understand that a slice is primarily caused by a swing path that cuts across the ball from outside to inside, imparting a sidespin that leads to the ball curving to the right (for a right-handed golfer). This swing flaw is not something that can be fixed solely by adjusting the club head.

While an adjustable driver with a draw bias can promote a slightly closed club face at address, it does not address the root cause of the slice, which is the faulty swing path. Simply adjusting the club head cannot compensate for an improper swing.

To truly fix a slice, it is necessary to work on improving your swing mechanics. This may involve working with a golf instructor or coach who can analyze your swing and identify the specific flaws causing the slice. They can then provide guidance on how to correct these issues through proper grip, alignment, and swing adjustments.

It’s important to note that everyone’s swing is unique, and what works for one golfer may not work for another. So, while an adjustable driver with a draw bias may have worked for some people in fixing their slice, it is not a guaranteed solution for everyone.

In my case, I had high hopes that adjusting the club head to the draw setting would magically fix my slice, but unfortunately, it did not have the desired effect. It was only when I sought professional help and made conscious efforts to improve my swing mechanics that I saw a significant reduction in my slice.

To summarize, while adjusting the club head to the draw setting can provide a slight improvement, it is not a guaranteed solution for fixing a slice. To truly address the issue, it is necessary to work on improving your swing mechanics through proper instruction and practice.