The new cleveland classic xl driver is being described as the game improvement option and the custom is being described as the better players version. I went with the cleveland classic 290, which is the middleground offering between the lighter 270 and the tour version, which is 20 grams heavier and only 440 ccs. With launch it as cleveland drivers motto, the shaft length falls right in line. Radix 6s shaft which has been great for me in a hybrid and a previous driver. It has a ust proforce gold long drive graphite shaft. I checked the specs, the weight, the length, everything seemed right, but i. The cleveland xl270 driver has the miyazaki 39 series, which is the lightest shaft ever played on the pga tour. The head is shipped with a square face angle and a standard lie angle of 61. Make offer new cleveland grip dynamic gold r300 dst 94 std length rflex shaft. Cleveland driver graphite shaft golf clubs for sale ebay.
The xl custom also has an adjustable hosel and rear weight. Cleveland also positioned the cog in the optimal location for a higher, more penetrating ball flight. Kua 39r special edition shaft that seemed to complement the driver and my swing perfectly. Turbocharge your drives with the new launcher hb turbo. For those that have experience with the xl tour, the classic 290 still has that same feel but a much better sound. Apr 20, 2012 the shaft is too light for my strength, transition and swing speed. Cleveland golf started off as a company known for producing exquisite replicas of classic golf clubs from the 1940s and 1950s. Anyone use the cleveland classic xl 285 driver not the. Well known figures in the game of golf are dignitaries for the. May 28, 20 on paper, the classic xl custom driver features an adjustable hosel that allows for up to 12 different face angles and loft and lie angle configurations.
Cleveland golf hopes to capitalize on the success of its cleveland classic drivers by adding adjustability and a larger face to its new classic. Be sure to check out our selection of used cleveland drivers as well. Since 2005, the average driver length on the pga tour has stood at 44. Therefore, its one of the most affordable current model drivers on the market. The year indicated is the specifications noted at that time and may not reflect any changes made during the life of the product. I have used a taylormade driver for the last 10 years and loved every minute of it, but after hitting the cleveland classic xl driver, i have been converted. May 06, 20 i have used a taylormade driver for the last 10 years and loved every minute of it, but after hitting the cleveland classic xl driver, i have been converted. All of the features and benefits of the classic xl are tuneable with this custom version. Pros easy to hit,workable,feel,distance player level mid handicap 1120. Pros easy to hit,workable,feel, distance player level mid handicap 1120. I have a classic 310, an xl custom and had a classic 290, the 290 and 310 feel and sound about the same, the custom feels slightly harder. Cleveland golfs 588 custom driver something for everyone.
Features and benefits of the 20 cleveland classic xl custom driver. Combined with a 192 gram head and a 26 gram winn lite grip, you can gain as much as three mph more on your club head speed. Make offer cleveland classic xl driver 9 degree stiff graphite shaft right handed cleveland launcher hb driver 9 degree stiff miyazaki shaft brand new pga seller. For our part, we chose one of those custom options, selecting the matrix ozik 6m3 black tie shaft, which is. Jan 14, 20 the cleveland classic xl custom driver is available in lofts of 7. Adjustable hosel can be moved to one of 12 different settings for optimal face angle and flight. Obviously the custom will cost more however surely the added adjustability would actually benefit. Alan unruh, pga professional discusses the features and benefits of the cleveland classic xl custom driver. Next to a fubuki, a similarly white shaft, the kusala gleams. The new launcher hb turbo driver features a turbocharged cup face, ultralight hosel, redesigned hibore crown, deep weighting sole pad and a counterbalanced shaft. Cleveland created their second version of the classic driver, this time they went with the giant black persimmon looking head.
Driver shaft length are you shorting yourself using a 46. Cleveland classic xl driver golf club for sale online ebay. Aug 08, 2014 alan unruh, pga professional discusses the features and benefits of the cleveland classic xl custom driver. Cleveland classic xl custom driver cleveland drivers.
Oct 22, 20 cleveland classic xl custom driver duration. Dont be fooled by its classiclooks, this driver will explode off the clubface for massive distance off the tee. Get the best deals on cleveland golf club shafts when you shop the largest. I hit the cleveland classic xl driver and 3w today at golfsmith and both of them are beauties. Lets face it these days to compete in the very competitive golf club market you. Just ordered my classic driver 290 with miyazaki ckua 39s tipped 1,5 inches with a total length of 44,25, i went for the kua 39 because it has a mid launch vs the 43, but im already regretting as i think im going to find it too light, currently use a. Features and benefits of the 20 cleveland classic xl driver. Here you have a collection of some of the best golfers on the planet, golfers with incredibly good swings, yet on average, they play with drivers which are 2 inches shorter in length than what is being sold to regular golfers. I loved the retro look of the original classic, and i think the classic xl custom looks.
Select shaft flex stiff s regular r senior a product actions. An adjustable hosel can be moved to 12 settings to change the face angle by up to 2. My powerful push or push draw of 280 yards with the tm is sacrificed for a weak glancing blow with this substandard piece of equipmentthe cleveland classic. Make your buddies jealous when youre 20 yards by them and get your cleveland classic xl driver from 2nd swing today. It all adds up to faster drives for more distance off every tee. The cleveland launcher dst driver is available in three different lofts. May 19, 20 the new cleveland classic xl driver is being described as the game improvement option and the custom is being described as the better players version. Based in huntington beach, california, cleveland golf is a company that enjoys a strong presence on the pga tour and competitive tours worldwide.
The cleveland classic xl custom driver is available in lofts of 7. The following driver specification information has been compiled from product brochures, golf magazines, and from inquiries to the manufacturers. While cleveland golf primarily markets itself as a wedge and short game company, over the last few years theyve also put out some very fine drivers. Were not sure, but we hope to see this retrolookmodernday performance trend to continue. Clevelands new premium driver for 20, the classic xl custom. The heads look slightly different between the two to me, and the shaft on the standard 285 xl seems to be about a 12 inch longer. Cleveland classic xl driver cleveland drivers golfbidder. In addition to their hibore driver and other new, innovative drivers, they have gone back to their roots producing classically styled drivers. Cleveland classic driver measured 310 yards with 39g shaft. September 19, 20 we find cleveland golfs product range for 20 the wedges, irons, woods, irons very attractive, and this time weve had the chance to test their latest driver, the surprising classic xl custom. The shaft in the custom is a bit stiffer to me and requires a faster swing to get a good straight ball or a draw going. Obviously the custom will cost more however surely the added adjustability would actually benefit game improvers more than a lot of better players. The gold sole plate, mahogany paint, classic shape and deep face create a stunning look.
Combined with a 192 gram head and a 26 gram winn lite grip, you can gain. I loved the retro look of the original classic, and i think the classic xl custom looks just as good, not as pure retro, but still cool. Dont be fooled that because this driver isnt as big as some others on the market, it wont be as forgiving as some others. Anyone tried the cleveland classic xl fairway wood. Plus, that vintage, persimmonlooking head made this driver with the sweetest new technology also look like a throwback when it came out in.
Just ordered my classic driver 290 with miyazaki ckua 39s tipped 1,5 inches with a total length of 44,25, i went for the kua 39 because it has a mid launch vs the 43, but im already regretting as i. After putting two new rtx wedges 52degree and 58degree in the bag at the phoenix open, bradley spent time early in the week at the northern trust open testing a new cleveland classic xl custom. This is their first adjustable driver, so were curious to know whats so different about it. Get the best deals on cleveland golf club shafts when you shop the largest online selection at. If you look at the cleveland classic xl you will see the biggest black face on the. Headlining clevelands 20 driver line is the all new classic xl and its bringing a slightly different feel and look along with the technology that has been proven effective not only for the weekend warrior, but also on worldwide professional tours. The launcher hb turbo driver delivers more speed off the tee for avid golfers seeking higher, longer, and straighter drives. The largest, deepest driver face in golf means the largest effective hitting area for incredible confidence on the tee.
The total club weight is 285 grams with a 45inch stock shaft, giving it a swing weight of d5. Kua 39 series shaft, but its also available in stiff and senior flexes and 9 and 12degree lofts. At first glance the classic xl custom stands out for its intense black. The total club weight is 285 grams with a 45inch stock shaft, giving it a. Light weight, long, and one of the most funtohit drivers of the year. Cleveland year club model shaft description shaft manufacture flex shaft wt. Whether youre looking for a classic cleveland driver or a modern model, like the launcher hb, weve got you covered. The classic xl driver has the largest and deepest club face of any driver in golf, and an even larger sweet spot for. I prefer the 290310 contrasting face colors for alignment and aiming. The classic is our favorite cleveland driver to date. The look of the cleveland classic might be my favorite looking driver in the last 4 of 5 years.
Cleveland golf is a premier manufacturer of mens golf clubs, equipment and accessories. According to the company, this driver is one of the lightest in all of golf, and its miyazaki shaft is the lightest ever used in a pga tour event. On paper, the classic xl custom driver features an adjustable hosel that allows for up to 12 different face angles and loft and lie angle configurations. Loft, lie, length, swingweight, volume, face angle, shaft. Find golf club tradein and resales values for over 4,000 models of used golf clubs at the pga value guide, from leading manufacturers such as callaway, taylormade, taylor made, titleist, ping, odyssey, nike, cleveland, mizuno, cobra, adams, wilson. The shaft is too light for my strength, transition and swing speed.
Sep 19, 20 september 19, 20 we find cleveland golfs product range for 20 the wedges, irons, woods, irons very attractive, and this time weve had the chance to test their latest driver, the surprising classic xl custom. Jun 02, 2014 went to this from a 270 classic driver right hand, stiff flex, 9. Dont be fooled by its classic looks, this driver will explode off the clubface for massive distance off the tee. On a test with identical balls 10 with each club i hit it almost exactly the same distance as with a. So while they are very close, they are certainly not the same exact club. Cleveland golf offers a range of custom shaft offerings for the 588 custom driver and consumers can visit the companys website to find a local authorized fitter near you. Went to this from a 270 classic driver right hand, stiff flex, 9. Mar 23, 2015 the cleveland cg black custom driver is 100% built for maximum speed and distance. Enhanced variable face thickness technology creates incredibly fast ball speed on offcentre hits for unprecedented forgiveness. For 2012, cleveland brings that old school looking driver back paired with new school performance. My favorite aspect, though, isnt its length or low spin but rather its neutrality.
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