'It's Long And Doesn't Go Left' - This New Driver Really Surprised Us
Driver tester Joe Ferguson takes this low-spin driver offering from Wilson out for a thorough test to see what golfers can expect
The very aggressive spin profile on the Dynapwr LS will please many low-handicap players, as will the significant fade bias. Wilson has done a very good job of catering to the target market, wrapping this driver up neatly in a premium-looking package.
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Excellent compact profile
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Strong acoustics
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Good ball speed output
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The very obvious fade bias may put off some
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The low spin driver category is a very crowded and competitive space in 2025, with models such as the Ping G440 LST and the Callaway Elyte Triple Diamond setting a very high bar in terms of looks and performance. Wilson has now thrown its hat into the ring and has brought to market the Dynapwr LS for the first time. Looking to disrupt some of the best golf drivers on the market, let’s see what is on offer…
Technology-wise, Wilson’s A.I.-driven PKR-360 has been employed to make adjustments to face and body dimensions in order to create a bigger sweet spot and boost those ball speeds, even away from the middle. ‘Open hosel construction’ has also been introduced which is essentially a shedding of excess or as Wilson describes it ‘inefficient’ material from the hosel infrastructure, allowing the face to flex a little more.
Sound has been tackled through the use of precise rib placement throughout the body of the clubhead to create a powerful and appealing sound.
In this LS model, we have a more compact 445cc head which has been influenced and inspired by Wilson’s tour staff. Furthermore, there are two weights (one 8g and the other 12g) that can be interchanged to offer different launch and spin profiles.
Visually I think Wilson has done a quite excellent job. This is the first time I could honestly say that from an aesthetic perspective, a Wilson range could sit at the same table as some of the bigger driver manufacturers and absolutely hold its own. The glossy carbon crown looks great and the branding has been executed well also.
In behind the ball the addition of the white/grey score lines on the face do a really good job of making you feel you have more loft than you actually do, which is great for confidence, and the more compact head shape of this model looks superb in the playing position.
From a performance standpoint, this is a very interesting driver that could end up being quite niche (in my opinion), and that is mostly due to the extraordinarily prevalent fade bias inherent in this clubhead. Rarely have I seen such a blatant bias, maybe only the Cobra Darkspeed Max of last season (which for context had the opposite bias - a very heavy draw) could be comparable. This club simply does not want to go left! For someone who struggles with a pull or hook, this could be the one you have been waiting for, but for more neutral players or even faders, it may just be too much.
I actually like the concept of taking one side of the course out of play, but as a natural fader, I found the cut tendency just required me to start the ball too far left to be comfortable.
In terms of the feel and acoustics, I can’t fault it. I loved where this has been pitched and actually had a few compliments from passers-by on the practice ground regarding the audio. I would describe it as a very satisfying 'click'.
Spin was very aggressive for me in testing. Even in the more neutral setting, I was barely averaging over 2000rpm, which will be music to many people's ears who swing the driver fast, and obviously satisfies the brief for this genre of driver.
Overall, I would say I was genuinely impressed. This driver is long and doesn't go left, which to many players will be music to their ears. The improved looks and exceptional acoustics are the standout features of this aggressively low-spinning driver. Natural faders may want to steer clear, but if you are looking to take out that left side (for a right-hander), then look no further than the Dynapwr LS.
The Dynapwr LS will be available in 8°, 9°, and 10.5° lofts for right-handed players and 9° only for the left handers, at an RRP of £480/$549.
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Joe has worked in the golf industry for nearly 20 years in a variety of roles. After a successful amateur career being involved in England squads at every age group, Joe completed his PGA degree qualification in 2014 as one of the top ten graduates in his training year and subsequently went on to become Head PGA Professional at Ryder Cup venue The Celtic Manor Resort. Equipment has always been a huge passion of Joe’s, and during his time at Celtic Manor, he headed up the National Fitting Centres for both Titleist and Taylormade. He’s excited to bring his knowledge of hardware to Golf Monthly in the form of equipment reviews and buying advice.
Joe lives in North Devon and still plays sporadically on the PGA West region circuit. His best round in recent years came earlier in 2023 where he managed a 9 under par 63 at Trevose GC in a Devon & Cornwall PGA Tournament.
Joe's current What's In The Bag?
Driver: Switch between TaylorMade Qi35 and Callaway Elyte TD - both with Fujikura Ventus Black 6-X
Fairway wood 1: TaylorMade BRNR Copper Mini Driver - Fujikura Ventus Black 7-X
Fairway wood 2: Callaway Apex UW 17˚- Fujikura Ventus Black 9-X
Irons: TaylorMade P7CB 3-PW with Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100 shafts
Wedges: Callaway Opus 50, 54, and 60 degrees - Project X LS 6.0 shafts
Putter: LAB Golf Oz.1 (zero shaft lean)
Ball: TaylorMade 2024 TP5x
Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet 60R
Bag: Vessel Player IV Pro DXR Stand
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