Sub 70 859 JD
Sub 70 859 JD (2024) is a low-spin driver. It launches low with low spin. It is rated for swing speeds of 100 to 125 mph and handicaps of 0 to 8. It listed at $449 when it launched in 2024.
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Sub 70 859 JD specs
Specs come from the FitMySwing catalog. Ratings out of 10 are our own.
| Brand | Sub 70 |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2024 |
| Status | Current |
| Approx. launch price | $449 |
| Loft options | 8° |
| Head size | 450 cc |
| Adjustable | Yes |
| Type | Low spin |
| Forgiveness (MOI) | Mid |
| Launch | Low |
| Spin | Low |
| Swing speed range | 100 to 125 mph |
| Handicap range | 0 to 8 |
| Forgiveness rating | 5 out of 10 |
| Workability rating | 8 out of 10 |
| Key technology | ART face with forward/low mass and 1.5° open face |
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Where these specs come from
Verified. Two or more separate pages show this model exists, and its specs were read from a source page.
Specs read from golfsub70.com, mygolfspy.com
Model confirmed on golfsub70.com, mygolfspy.com
Where the fit profile comes from
All fit values here are our own ratings. We couldn't read Sub 70's page for this model.
| Type | low-spin | Our rating |
|---|---|---|
| Launch | low | Our rating |
| Spin | low | Our rating |
| Forgiveness on off-centre hits (MOI) | mid | Our rating |
| Forgiveness | 5 | Our rating |
| Workability | 8 | Our rating |
| Handicap window | 0-8 | Our rating |
| Swing speed window | 100-125 mph | Our rating |
Who the Sub 70 859 JD suits
- Golfers who add too much spin with the driver and lose distance.
- Its forgiveness rating is 5 out of 10. It gives less help on off-centre hits than most clubs of its type.
- It is rated for faster swings. Below 100 mph you may not get the launch it is built for.
- It is rated up to a 8 handicap. Higher handicaps usually want more forgiveness.
Similar to the Sub 70 859 JD
Picked from the catalog for a similar player and similar numbers, from more than one brand.
- Callaway Quantum Triple DiamondCallaway2026 · $700 · 100 to 125 mph
- Cobra OPTM LSCobra2026 · $600 · 100 to 125 mph
- PXG Lightning TourPXG2025 · $649 · 100 to 125 mph
- Ping G440 LSTPing2025 · $500 · 98 to 125 mph
Sub 70 859 JD: common questions
Who is the Sub 70 859 JD for?
It is rated for swing speeds of 100 to 125 mph and handicaps of 0 to 8. Golfers who add too much spin with the driver and lose distance.
How much does the Sub 70 859 JD cost?
It listed at about $449 at launch in 2024.
Is the Sub 70 859 JD forgiving?
Its MOI rating is mid. We rate its forgiveness 5 out of 10.
What are alternatives to the Sub 70 859 JD?
Similar drivers in our catalog include the Callaway Quantum Triple Diamond (2026), the Cobra OPTM LS (2026), the PXG Lightning Tour (2025) and the Ping G440 LST (2025).
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