What Driver Does Bryson DeChambeau Use?

What Driver Does Bryson DeChambeau Use?

If you have watched Bryson DeChambeau recently, you have probably noticed the same thing everyone else has. The ball leaves the clubface like it has been fired out of a cannon, it flies on a flatter “rope” than most, and then you see a logo that is not one of the usual tour brands. That is what kicked off the curiosity around his driver choice.

So what driver is Bryson actually gaming? The simplest answer is that he has been seen using Krank Formula FIRE drivers in two closely related lanes. Most coverage points to a Formula FIRE LD head as the most recognisable “Bryson Krank” story, while other reporting and brand messaging also connects him to the Formula FIRE Pro and Pro Tour style drivers that are positioned for tournament play. His exact setup can evolve, but the pattern stays the same: very low loft, very low spin, and a build engineered for his speed.

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Answer in one line

  • Bryson has most often been linked to the Krank Formula FIRE LD driver, and he has also been associated with Formula FIRE Pro and Pro Tour style drivers in major-week coverage and brand storytelling.

Why his driver choice can change

With most tour players, “what driver do they use?” stays constant all season. With Bryson, it rarely does, because he tests relentlessly and his swing sits in an extreme category. At his speed, small changes in head design, face curvature, or build can create big differences in curve and spin. That is why you will see him rotate through heads and builds more than most.

The consistent goal is not “new club”. It is repeatable distance with a predictable shape.

Formula FIRE LD: the most reported Bryson head

The driver most often connected to Bryson is the Krank Formula FIRE LD. This is the head that became “the Bryson Krank driver” in the public imagination, because it is the one most commonly tied to his headline moments and the gear coverage that followed.

“LD” stands for long drive, and the head is typically discussed in the context of extreme speed and very low loft builds. That does not mean it is only for long drive competitors. It means it was designed with that durability and speed environment in mind.

If you want the Bryson focused story that links the driver, the performance moments, and what it means for UK golfers, read: Bryson DeChambeau on Krank Golf.

Formula FIRE Pro and Pro Tour: the mainstream tournament angle

The other lane is the Formula FIRE Pro and newer Formula FIRE Pro Tour direction. This matters for golfers who are not asking out of curiosity, but because they want a driver that is fast, playable, and sensible for real golf.

This is where the Pro Tour story fits. It is positioned as a “pro golf conforming” option in the FIRE Tour series, and it is often the easiest entry point for golfers who play competitions and want to explore Krank without going near anything “long drive only”. If you want the Pro Tour product post in your series, start here: Krank Formula FIRE Pro Tour Driver.

Bryson driver build snapshot

If you look up Bryson’s driver specs, you will find different snapshots, because he tweaks. But the overall theme stays consistent. Very low loft, a shaft built for aggressive speed and load, and a build designed for stability rather than “easy launch”.

One commonly reported example build theme includes:

  • Head family: Krank Formula FIRE (often listed as FIRE LD)
  • Loft: extremely low, often in the 5.5° to 6° range depending on the specific listing
  • Shaft profile: ultra-stout tour level build designed for extreme speed
  • Overall intent: low spin, controlled curvature, maximum ball speed

The key UK takeaway is this: copying Bryson’s loft is the fastest way to build a driver that launches too low and carries shorter. Copy his method instead: pick the right head category, then fit loft and build to your launch and spin window.

Why he went to Krank in the first place

Bryson is a data golfer. He will change equipment if he believes it produces a real advantage, especially in the one category he values most: driving performance. The driver story is usually explained through a blend of:

  • ball speed potential
  • durability under extreme speed
  • miss management, especially reducing how much the ball curves at high speed

If you want the science and design ideas behind FIRE explained in plain English, read: The Science Behind FIRE Tech.

The tech detail most golfers miss

A lot of golfers think the story is only “the face is hot”. But the real performance story is usually “hot plus playable”. One key part of playability is bulge and roll, which is how the face is curved to influence start direction and curvature on mishits. At Bryson’s speed, that matters even more.

If you want the detailed breakdown with examples, read: Krank Golf: Bulge and Roll Explained.

What UK golfers should take from this

Bryson using Krank tells you one thing clearly: the platform can perform at the highest level. But it does not tell you what loft to buy. It tells you that driver performance can be engineered when the head choice and build are matched to the golfer.

  • If you play competitions: prioritise the right model and conformity requirements.
  • If you want more distance: focus on your launch and spin window and build, not just a hotter face.
  • If you want a tighter pattern: your shaft, length, and swing weight often matter more than the head name.

If you need the conformity context, read: Are Krank drivers legal?.

If your question is purely “will it go farther?”, read: Can a Krank driver add more distance?.

How to test it properly

Most golfers judge a driver on one perfect swing. That is the wrong approach. Bryson is an averages guy. If you want a fair test, use his mindset.

  1. Baseline your current driver for carry, total, dispersion, launch, and spin.
  2. Test the correct Krank head category for your speed and your competition needs.
  3. Dial loft settings until the flight is playable and repeatable.
  4. Fit the shaft to improve timing and strike location.
  5. Lock length and swing weight so you find the centre more often.

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FAQs

Is Bryson’s driver the same one I should buy?

Almost never. His setup is built around extreme speed and very low loft. Most golfers need more loft, a different shaft profile, and a build that improves carry and dispersion.

Does Bryson use the LD head or the Pro Tour head?

He has been associated with both in different periods. The FIRE LD is the most widely reported “Bryson Krank” head, while Pro and Pro Tour style messaging fits the tournament-friendly angle. The right answer for you depends on your speed and how you play.

What is the quickest way to find the right Krank setup?

A fitting where we baseline your gamer, test the correct Formula FIRE head category, then build the full spec for your best averages. Book here: Krank driver fittings at Outtabounds.