With a new golf driver potentially costing over $500, it is important that you look after them. This means ensuring that they don’t damaged by having them strike hard surfaces or getting bumped when travelling. It also means keeping them clean. A dirty golf driver can actually cause you to lose power in your drive as the dirt, dust, sand or mud can affect the contact with the ball. Cleaning your driver will also ensure that it lasts longer and looks better for longer in front of your golfing buddies.

But above all, every golfer needs all the help that you can get. This is really the only reason why you should keep your golf drivers clean.

You need to clean your clubs in a gentle way. You can do this by buying a cleaning kit from your local pro shop. If you want to save some money then you can do it yourself at home.

In order to do it yourself, you will need a bucket, mild dish-washing detergent, a soft toothbrush or soft dish washing brush, and a clean rag.

The first step is to fill the bucket with warm water and then add the detergent. You should fill the bucket up to the level where it covers the club head but doesn’t go too far up the shaft. Place the club heads into the water and leave them to soak for five minutes. You need to leave them for this time in order for the detergent to start removing the dirt and oil that has accumulated into the various grooves.

The next step is to remove the golf driver and gently scrub away the dirt and stains. If you can’t remove a piece of dirt, place the club head back into the water to soak for another five minutes and start again.

Finally, using clean and fresh water wash off the remaining dirt and detergent. Use the towel to dry the club head.

Source by Michael R. Falk