Martin Hopley
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Wilson has focussed a lot of their recent product launches on low weight clubs being Right Light rather than just light. This means they try to reduce weight but not at the expense of performance.

Wilson D200 Driver

This they achieved very well with the Wilson Staff D100 driver and now they continue it with the Wilson Staff D200 driver. It is lighter by, wait for it, 1 gram at 268 grams and with the shaft being 1 gram lighter you may wonder what all the fuss is about.

Wilson D200 Driver

However the shaft is also 1 inch longer and they have added an adjustable hosel so there must be some other changes in there to balance everything out.

The head is the same 460cc as before, but now features a matte black finish rather than the glossy dark finish of the D100, which is not the end of the world, but maybe not as premium.

Wilson D200 Driver

The top line also looks a little squarer than the softer lines of the D100, so that may appeal to some more than others.

There is a silver face to contrast with the head and that should help alignment and it highlights that the face seems a little shut at address, even though it plays pretty square. The D100 seemed more neutral at address even if it wasn't, so snap-hookers may want to look away now.

Wilson D200 Driver

The face is longer across the bottom in the heel and toe areas and I am not sure seeing more of it at address helps the visual look.

Wilson D200 Driver

I am a sucker for a steel lookalike graphite shaft, so the UST Mamiya Elements Chrome shaft gets my vote for looks. The extra length in the 46 inch shaft is noticeable, but it handles it very well and does not feel too long to play with.

Wilson D200 UST Elements Chrome Shaft

The D200 does feel lighter to swing than the D100 and therefore you feel you get a lot more power into the ball.

Taking them both for a spin on our range with Trackman, I was actually getting more clubhead speed from the D100, but the 2° higher launch and 18% lower spin from the D200 driver resulted in a gain of a few yards for the new kid on the block.

Wilson D200 Driver

However my dispersion was a little tighter with the shorter shafted D100, as you would expect, but certainly playing around with some shafts on the D200 could improve this and the clubhead speed, so there is potential for better things.

Certainly I felt the D200 was the more enjoyable to hit. The sound was just as good, but it just had a lighter and easier feel to it and the flight looked a lot better to my eye.

The aforementioned adjustable hosel is a first for the Wilson Staff D range of drivers and enables you to change the three head lofts of 9°, 10.5° and 13° up or down 1° in a standard or a draw setting.

Wilson D200 Driver

The draw settings really make the face look like it is going round your left knee, but in reaility their influence was quite subtle. Adding loft did make the flight go a little higher, but this or changing to the draw setting had a minimal effect on right to left flight.

The price is what set the D100 driver apart and again the D200 is very competitive with an RRP of under £200 and that means it will probably be even lower in the shops.

Wilson D200 Driver

For an adjustable driver from a renowned brand with a decent shaft and grip, this makes it very good value for money and if you are a single figure player or upwards on a budget, then the Wilson Staff D200 driver will be right light on your wallet too.

Golfalot Rating: 4 stars
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Wilson Staff D200 Driver - Product Details

UK LaunchFebruary 2015
UK Launch RRP£199
Handicap Range
Low
High
GolferMens
Hand AvailabilityLeft, Right
Left Handed Lofts10.5°
Right Handed Lofts9°, 10.5°, 13°
MaterialTitanium
Head Volume460 cc
Weight268 grams
Club Length46 inches
AdjustabilityLoft
Shaft NameUST Elements Chrome
Shaft TypesGraphite
Shaft FlexLight, Regular, Stiff
Shaft Weight44g
GripGolf Pride Tour 25
Manufacturer's WebsiteWilson Website

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Peter Emory
March 2018

I bought the full set to replace my old clubs, and the effect was really surprising. The driver is forgiving and now that I'm used to them my drives go over 240 meters and usually on the fairways. The hosel did come loose from the shaft and the club head would rotate but it was repaired. These clubs are a good affordable all rounder.

Dave Moore
May 2017

Aged 81 The D200 driver set at 14 degrees has added.30 yards to my average drive,occasionally over 200 yards for the first time in years. Won two cups and had my handicap pulled.

February 2017

After struggling with a Callaway X2 hot driver for some years the Wilson D200 driver has been a revelation. Just point and shoot. It goes where you aim it and stays hit. The numbers from trackman confirmed the much lower spin rate has straightened out my drives and taken all the frustration out of my tee shots. Heres hoping this continues during competition!

January 2017

Wilson D200 Light Right tech is correct for slow swing speed players. The Wilson D200 & Cleveland CG Black only 2 drivers without false advertising.

January 2017

Instantly added 20-30 yards to my drive, very forgiving and easy to hit!

July 2016

Amazingly easy hit to hit. Distances for me are better than anything else I've tried, including the new M2 and XR16. I am 6 weeks into ownership and it gets better and better. So if you are a slow swinger and want easier longer drives, then the D200 is a must try.

July 2016

Finally went for a lighter driver. I had been looking at the XR16 from Callaway and CG black from Cleveland. Both were quite impressive but nowhere near as enjoyable as the D200. Great flight, great sound and greater distance. I'm over 60 years old and my game is getting harder, but this driver has helped no end. Try it.

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