My son (18 years old) just started to pick up golf. He already has a nice looking set of used ping g30 irons that he bought with his own money but he broke his old hand-me-down driver. Figured I would get him a driver for his birthday next month, but I am not an avid golfer and have no idea where to start. I poked around a bit and he seems to just want a "forgiving" driver in good condition that will keep him going until he gets better. Looking to spend $100-$175ish, any advice would be appreciated.

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Posted by MandevilleLSUTiger

Baton Rouge

Member since Sep 2005

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Posted on 2/18/16 at 12:26 pm to Oletiger7

Ping G20/25 on eBay. However, most drivers are pretty forgiving these days so you'll probably be good in that regard no matter what brand you buy.

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Posted by ell_13

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Posted on 2/18/16 at 12:26 pm to Oletiger7

If he's just getting started, find a used R15.

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Posted by ksayetiger

Centenary Gents

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Posted on 2/18/16 at 12:26 pm to Oletiger7

A driver!?!?

Caddies are for pussies!

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Posted by BRgetthenet

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Posted on 2/18/16 at 12:27 pm to Oletiger7

Does he deadlift?

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Posted by John Gotti

Vestavia HIlls, AL

Member since Jul 2013

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Posted on 2/18/16 at 12:36 pm to MandevilleLSUTiger

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Ping G20/25 on eBay

This or Callaway XR are very forgiving as well.

Go to a local shop, ask the guy in there for the most forgiving used club...let him swing them for a bit and see what he hits well.

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Posted by Boudreaux35

Member since Sep 2007

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Posted on 2/18/16 at 12:38 pm to Oletiger7

You can find a used R15 or G20 for about $150-$175 from reputable used club dealers on line.

If you have a golf shop where you live, you might be able to beat that price out of their used club bin. Just remember, most used club prices in stores are negotiable.

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