Hitting lends itself nicely to a fade given the Angled Hinging it tends to produce.
You've probably read the story of Tom Kite who in his day had the lowest average score on par 5's despite the fact he no where close to being amongst the long hitters on tour. His method was a simple one ......get his third shot to his favorite distance from the green. If that meant he could hit a 5 iron of the tee , then so be it.
Not a popular attitude any more......but something to consider.