Do any pros use Krank drivers?

Yes, but the answer depends on what you mean by “pros”. Krank has deep roots in World Long Drive (where the best hitters on the planet compete), and the biggest mainstream, elite tournament proof example is Bryson DeChambeau, who has put a Krank Formula FIRE driver in play in professional events and spoken about the performance.

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Short answer

Yes. Bryson DeChambeau is the headline example using a Krank Formula FIRE Pro driver in professional golf.
Yes. Krank is widely used by elite long drive professionals, including multiple world champions.
No, not loads on the main tours. Compared with the big OEMs, Krank is far less common on the PGA Tour and DP World Tour, mainly due to sponsorship structures and tour support ecosystems.

Bryson DeChambeau and why he uses Krank

Bryson is the reason most “normal golfers” even know the name Krank. He is not a player who chooses equipment because it is popular. He chooses equipment because it solves a performance problem for his swing. Krank’s own content has repeatedly positioned his driver choice as the result of chasing a better blend of distance and accuracy, not just raw speed.

Krank have also stated that Bryson has trusted the FIRE PRO TOUR driver across his professional events, and that he won the 2024 U.S. Open using a Krank Formula FIRE driver. That matters because it is the strongest “big stage” proof point possible: the driver has to hold up under pressure, not just on a launch monitor.

One Bryson quote that captures the point is his focus on combining straight with far:

“I’ve always tried to be the straightest driver of the golf ball growing up. Then I realized hitting it farther can be a massive benefit, so I’m trying to marry the two.”

That is the whole Krank story in one sentence: speed is great, but only if you can aim it.

If you want to test whether a Krank build can improve your distance without losing the fairway, book here: Krank driver fittings at Outtabounds.

What Krank driver does Bryson use?

The consistent theme across Krank’s own coverage is that Bryson has used Formula FIRE heads built to his spec.

One notable example from Krank’s reporting is a USGA-conforming Formula FIRE LD (long drive) head paired with a very low loft setup for maximum speed, while other Krank pieces emphasise his use of the FIRE PRO TOUR as the conforming, tour-ready option.

For everyday golfers, do not copy Bryson’s loft. Copy the process instead: choose the correct head category, then fit loft and build so you hit your best window for carry, total distance, and dispersion.

Start with the pillar guide here: Krank Drivers UK: The Complete Buyer’s Guide + Fitting Guide.

Other pros who use Krank (from Krank’s official history)

Beyond Bryson, Krank’s strongest “pro usage” footprint is long drive. These are not social media hitters. They are elite professionals who compete on grid, on TV, under rules, and their careers are built around producing speed while keeping the ball in play. Krank’s official brand history highlights a long list of long drive pros and champions associated with Krank equipment.

Notable long drive professionals and champions featured in Krank’s own history include:

Kyle Berkshire (World Long Drive champion, highlighted in Krank’s history)
Tim Burke (multiple wins and world title mentions in Krank’s history)
Maurice Allen (featured repeatedly, including major event wins and a Guinness World Record moment)
Justin James (featured as a World Long Drive Championship winner)
Martin Borgmeier (featured in European long drive results and finals)
Jason Zuback (featured as a RE/MAX World Long Drive division champion)
George Slupski (featured as a RE/MAX World Long Drive division champion)
Jeff Gavin (featured as a RE/MAX World Long Drive division champion)
Vince Ciurluini (featured as a RE/MAX World Long Drive division champion)
Rick Scott (featured as a RE/MAX World Long Drive division champion)

So if you are asking “do pros use Krank”, the honest answer is: yes, and they dominate the part of pro golf where clubhead speed is highest. Bryson is the bridge that connects that world to mainstream elite tournament golf.

Why the tech matters more at pro speed

When clubhead speed climbs, tiny strike differences get magnified. That is why you will see Krank talk a lot about face durability, face tech, and curvature. One thing that matters a lot for real-world play is bulge and roll, which helps heel and toe strikes start on a more helpful line and curve more predictably through gear effect.

Read the full explanation here: Krank Golf: Bulge and Roll Explained.

Why more tour pros do not use Krank

This is the part most pages dodge, but it is important for trust. If Bryson uses it and long drive pros use it, why is it not everywhere on the PGA Tour and DP World Tour?

Sponsorship contracts: many tour pros are paid to play a brand, so they cannot simply switch.
Tour support: major OEMs provide tour vans, weekly service, and rapid head and shaft swaps.
Risk: switching drivers can change start line and spin, which is expensive under pressure.
Equipment systems: pros often prefer one “ecosystem” of heads, shafts, and build options.

This is why Bryson is so important to the story. He is willing to go outside the usual system if it produces a measurable advantage.

What it means for UK golfers

You do not need a hundred tour players to validate a driver. You need a driver that performs for your swing and your rules. The best way to use “pro usage” is as a signal that the equipment can perform at the top level, then you test it properly for your delivery.

The smart UK approach to Krank:

Start with the right head category (conforming vs other models, and match face design to your speed).
Fit loft first so launch and spin make sense.
Fit the shaft to your timing so you strike it better and control the face.
Judge averages for carry, total distance, and dispersion, not one hero shot.

Book your fitting here: Krank driver fittings at Outtabounds.

FAQs

Is Bryson the only mainstream elite pro using Krank?

He is the biggest mainstream example by far. Krank’s deepest pro footprint is in long drive, but Bryson has made Krank relevant to mainstream pro golf by putting Formula FIRE heads in play in professional events.

Do long drive pros “count” as pros?

Yes. Long drive is a professional sport with rules, competition formats, and elite performance standards. Krank’s official history highlights many long drive champions using Krank drivers.

What is the fastest way to know if Krank is right for me?

A fitting session where we baseline your current driver, test the correct Krank head and loft, then build it with the shaft and spec that produces the best mix of carry, total distance, and dispersion.

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