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OF SHOTS
ARE MIS-HITS
Product Overview.................................................. 4-5
Contents
Introduction Letter................................................ 6-7
RSi 1...................................................................... 8-9
RSi 2.................................................................. 10-11
RSi Tour Preferred............................................ 12-13
Custom Fitting Guidelines - Irons
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Flight Parameters................................... 14-15
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Length..................................................... 16-17
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Lie..................................................................18
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Shaft Type......................................................19
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Shaft Flex.......................................................20
Local Custom Matrix...............................................21
Notes.......................................................................22
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Nobody’s Perfect
Product Overview
Model
Golfer Target
Distance Seekers of All Levels
Aspirational Golfers
Tour Calibre Performance Seekers
Positioning
Ultimate Distance Iron
Distance Players Iron
Most Technical Tour Iron
Design Target
Sporty/Fast/Technical
Premium/Technical
Serious/Tour/Technical
Speed Pocket
Thru Slot
Thru Slot
Traditional
Face Slots
Standard
Thin
Thin
Forged
-
Face: 8/9/PW Body: AW/SW
Face/Hosel: #3-7 Body: #8-PW
Tungsten
-
Toe Weight: #3-5
-
Tech
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Dear Valued Customer,
Two years ago we launched RocketBladez, the first iron
with the Speed Pocket. The Speed Pocket was revolutionary
for the iron category as it unlocked the rigidity of the face
to allow it to flex more eliminating what we call hot spots
allowing the iron to perform with increased consistency
in launch, spin and most importantly, distance control.
We’ve realised from extensive research through R&D and
Performance Labs that 76% of golfer’s miss-hit the ball and
with the Speed Pocket we realised this significantly improved
strikes low on the face, but golfers also miss it on the heel and
toe which got us thinking, what if we added slots to the face?
The ‘R’ Series is synonymous with TaylorMade since the
original R500 series of metalwoods. ‘R’ has always been
the heart, soul & identity of our obsession with making
“We’ve taken everything we’ve learnt about Speed Pocket
RSi Tour Preferred was designed to take our Tour
Technology and have been able to apply it into the face.
Professionals to the next level incorporating Face Slot
Face Slot Technology provides greater consistency across
Technology for more uniform flexion across the face which
the face, giving players improved performance on miss-
protects ball speed and generates more ball speed on off
hits. And you can only find Face Slots in RSi irons”- Tomo
centre hits towards the heel and toe delivering ultimate
Bystedt. Director of Product Creation, Irons.
consistency and distance control, exactly what better
RSi 1 is your ultimate distance iron with unmatched
consistency delivered with Face Slots located from 3
In addition to Face Slot Technology, the RSi Tour Preferred
through to 8 irons. The two slots located on the heel
irons feature Speed Pocket technology for added
and toe of the clubface provide uniform flexion across
consistency on strikes low on the face. This iron is as much
the face protecting ball speed on off-centre hits toward
about performance as it is about feel being a Tour Preferred
the heel and toe.
product- the RSi TP iron also features advanced two piece
The RSi 1 also features Speed Pocket with Thru-Slot
Technology which protects ball speed on miss-hits
below the centre of the face.
golfers better. It signifies premium quality and unparalleled
RSi 2 is where distance meets playability. The RSi 2
performance not only in metalwoods but also within the
iron set provides the ideal blend of performance and
iron category.
beauty. Featuring Face Slot Technology from 3 through
We are very pleased to introduce the all new RSi iron family
from TaylorMade Golf, the first iron ever to incorporate Face
Slot Technology represented with three new models, RSi 1,
RSi 2 & RSi Tour Preferred.
player’s demand in an iron.
8 irons and Speed Pocket with Thru-Slot Technology
for unparalleled consistency across the entire face,
welded construction for amazing feel and performance.
Forged carbon steel is located on the face and hosel and
forms and alliance with a stainless steel back bar which
preserves the undercut and forms the Speed Pocket
ensuring ideal mass properties.
Please find attached in this document all information
relating to the new RSi irons and we also thank you for your
continued support of this revolutionary new iron product.
the RSi 2 irons also include progressive Multi-Material
Kind regards,
Construction ensuring each iron is individually engineered
TaylorMade-adidas Golf Pacific
to deliver performance on each iron where you need it
most with souring long irons and great feel and workability
in the short irons.
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ff Advanced Face Design
Maximum face speed through a combination of innovations
We’ve taken everything we’ve learned about Speed Pocket
Technology and have been able to apply it into the face.
Face Slot Technology provides greater consistency across
the face, giving players improved performance on mis-hits.
And you can only find Face Slots in RSi.
TOMO BYSTEDT
DIRECTOR PRODUCT CREATION
IRON, PUTTER, WEDGE
FACE SLOT TECHNOLOGY CREATES
CONSISTENTLY LONGER SHOTS, EVEN
WHEN YOU MISS THE SWEET SPOT*
ff NEW Face Slot Technology in the 3-8 iron:
Face Slot
Inverted Cone Technology
Deep Under-Cut with
Ultra-Thin Face
ff Advanced Face Design—our thinnest face,
Two slots located near the heel & toe of the
deep undercut and Inverted Cone Technology
clubface that provide uniform flexion across the face.
combined—promote maximum face speed.
Protecting ball speed and generating more
Speed Pocket with
Thruslot Technology
ff Improved sound and feel through advanced
consistent distance on off-centre hits.
construction & multiple dampening systems.
ff Improved Speed Pocket with ThruSlot
ff Progressive Slot Technology
ff New Reax 90 steel shaft from True Temper
Technology in the 3-7 iron:
helps to optimise ball flight for ultimate
Provides ball speed protection on shots
distance and performance.
below the centre of the face.
Increases launch angle and ball speed on all shots.
3>7 Speed Pocket with
SHAFT
GRIP
RED = Graphite
REAX 90 STEEL BY TRUE TEMPER - S, R
TM SPEED BRC
CUSTOM OPTIONS
REAX GRAPHITE - S (75), R (65), M (55), L (45)
TM SPEED WINN BLC (WOMENS)
AVAILABLE
S>L
Thruslot Technology
ATV Grind
3>8 Face Slots
CLUB
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
PW
AW
SW
LW
LOFT
17º
20º
23º
26.5º
30.5º
34.5º
39º
44º
50º
55º
60º
LIE
60.25º
61º
61.75º
62.5º
63º
63.5º
64º
64.5º
64.5º
64.5º
64.5º
OFFSET
6.3mm
5.8mm
5.3mm
4.7mm
4.2mm
3.5mm
3mm
2.6mm
1.8mm
1.5mm
1.5mm
BOUNCE
0.5º
1.3º
3.3º
4.2º
5.0º
6.3º
6.0º
7.1º
8.8º
ATV
ATV
LENGTH
39.5”
38.88”
38.25”
37.63”
37”
36.5”
36”
35.5”
35.5”
35.25”
35”
SWING WEIGHT
D2.5/D1.5
D2.5/D1.5
D2.5/D1.5
D2.5/D1.5
D2.5/D1.5
D2.5/D1.5
D2.5/D1.5
D2.5/D1.5
D3.5/D2.5
D4.5/D3
D5.5/D4
*Distance claim vs. non-slotted TaylorMade iron.
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The RSi 2 iron set delivers the ideal blend of performance
and beauty. We have combined a progressive, multi-material
construction with our most innovative technologies: Face Slots
and Speed Pocket with Thru Slot. This provides the best of all
worlds in a slim, beautiful package.
FORGED AND TUNGSTEN
TECHNOLOGY MEETS FACE SLOTS
BRET WAHL
VICE PRESIDENT R&D
IRON, PUTTER, WEDGE
ff Speed Pocket with ThruSlot Technology
ff Progressive Multi-Material Construction
Construction technologies infused where they are needed most:
ff Revolutionary Face Slot Technology in the 3-8 iron
MID IRONS: High-strength, thin-face steel
provides more uniform flexion across the face that
construction for high speed and consistency.
protects ball speed and generates more distance
SHORT IRONS: Forged carbon steel face with
on off-centre hits toward the heel & toe.
milled grooves for soft feel and control.
WEDGE: Fully forged 1025 carbon steel wedge
for optimum feel and precision.
in the 3-7 iron:
Provides ball speed protection on shots
3>5 Tungsten
ff Exclusive KBS Tour 105 Shaft provides tour-calibre
below the centre of the face.
performance at a lighter weight for optimum
Increases launch angle and ball speed.
blend of speed, stability and accuracy.
8>P Forged
Weight
A Forged
Face
Head
3>7 Speed Pocket
3>8 Face Slots
ff Progressive Multi-Material Construction:
LONG IRONS: Tungsten low in the toe for
higher launch and more ballspeed.
SHAFT
GRIP
RED = Graphite
KBS TOUR 105 - S, R
TM LAMKIN PERFORMANCE BRC
CUSTOM OPTIONS AVAILABLE
MATRIX PROGRAM F15 - S, R
CLUB
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
PW
AW
SW
LOFT
17º
19º
21º
24º
27º
31º
35º
40º
45º
50º
55º
LIE
60º
60.5º
61º
61.5º
62º
62.5º
63º
63.5º
64º
64º
64º
OFFSET
5.2mm
4.8mm
4.4mm
4mm
3.6mm
3.2mm
2.8mm
2.4mm
2mm
1.6mm
1.4mm
BOUNCE
-0.5º
0º
1º
2º
3º
4º
6º
8º
10º
11º
12º
LENGTH
39.25”
38.75”
38.25”
37.75”
37.25”
36.75”
36.25”
35.75”
35.5”
35.5”
35.25”
SWING WEIGHT
D2/D2
D2/D2
D2/D2
D2/D2
D2/D2
D2/D2
D2/D2
D2/D2
D3/D3
D3/D3
D5/D5
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The RSi TP irons were developed to deliver distance,
launch, consistency and feel to take performance to
the next level for our Tour Professionals. The shapes
of these irons will be instantly pleasing to better
players and will have the feel and workability that
golfers expect in a forged product. It really is the
best combination of performance, look and feel that
we have created for the best players in the world.
THE FORGED TOUR IRON WITH
FACE SLOT TECHNOLOGY
ff Revolutionary Face Slot Technology in the 3-7 iron
Precision shaped back bar forms the
Sound Managing
provides increased distance control by protecting
Speed Pocket and undercut while ensuring
ball speed on off-centre hits toward the heel & toe.
ideal mass properties.
ff Speed Pocket with Technology in the 3-7 iron
provides more consistent launch conditions
and ball speed protection on shots below the
centre of the face.
ff Tour-proven shaping with compact head size,
minimal offset and thin topline.
ff Trusted KBS Tour Steel Shaft provides optimum
stability, feel and control.
1025 Forged
Plasma Welded
ff Advanced two-piece welded construction for
TOMO BYSTEDT
DIRECTOR PRODUCT CREATION
IRON, PUTTER, WEDGE
Face Slots
Badge
Carbon Steel
431 Stainless Steel
Hosel/Face
Back Bar
amazing feel and performance:
Forged carbon steel face and hosel for precise
shaping and soft, solid feel.
SHAFT
GRIP
KBS TOUR - X (130), S (120), R (110)
GOLF PRIDE TM TOUR VELVET RED CAP
CUSTOM OPTIONS AVAILABLE
CLUB
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
PW
LOFT
17º
20º
23º
26º
30º
34º
38º
42º
47º
LIE
60º
60.5º
61º
61.5º
62º
62.5º
63º
63.5º
64º
OFFSET
3.2mm
3mm
2.7mm
2.3mm
2mm
1.8mm
1.7mm
1.6mm
1.5mm
BOUNCE
-1º
0º
0.5º
2º
3.5º
5º
7º
8º
9º
LENGTH
39.25”
38.75”
38.25”
37.75”
37.25”
36.75”
36.25”
35.75”
35.5”
SWING WEIGHT
D2
D2
D2
D2
D2
D2
D2
D2
D3
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Custom Fitting Guidelines - Irons
7 IRON FLIGHT PARAMETERS
IRONS QUICK REFERENCE TRAJECTORY
7 IRON BALL SPEED
RANGE OF LAUNCH ANGLES
RANGE OF SPIN RATE (RPM)
EXPECTED HEAD SPEED (MPH)
EXPECTED DISTANCE (YARDS)
70
20º-23º
4000-5500
45
90
80
19º-22º
4200-6000
53
108
90
18º-21º
4900-6500
61
127
100
17º-20º
5100-6700
69
145
110
17º-20º
5300-6900
77
161
120
17º-20º
5900-7100
85
172
130
17º-20º
6200-7600
93
184
140
17º-20º
6900-8000
101
220
7-IRON PERFORMANCE DATA (AVG.)
PLAYER TYPE
BALL SPEED
LAUNCH ANGLE
SPIN RATE
PGA Tour
120 mph
16º
45
LPGA Tour
104 mph
19º
53
0 to 10 Handicap
106 mph
20º
61
10 to 20 Handicap
94 mph
20º
69
Lady and Senior
71 mph
21º
77
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Custom Fitting Guidelines - Irons
LIE ANGLE AND LENGTH
ARE RELATED
Always optimise the player’s lie angle after the
length of the shaft has been determined. It’s
important to understand that club length affects
an iron’s effective lie angle. For every ½” you add
or subtract, the lie angle will be affected by 1°
In rare cases when the extreme lie angles of 4°
TUNING IRON
LENGTH
upright or 4° flat don’t allow the player to achieve
level impact, adjusting the shaft length is essential.
APPLYING THE
ART & SCIENCE
The Art: The golfer must feel
comfortable and confident at
the setup position.
The Science: The correct
shaft length is necessary for
the player to strike the ball
solidly and provide optimised
consistent distance and
direction.
Short Player
Athletic
Tall Player
Upright
Position
Stooped
*If the player doesn’t know the length of his or her clubs, refer to the chart below.
HEIGHT
WRIST-TO-FLOOR MEASUREMENT
RECOMMENDED CLUB LENGTH
> 6’ 8”
> 42”
+2”
6’ 6”-6’ 8”
41”-42”
+1.5”
6’ 4”-6’ 6”
40”-41”
+1”
6’ 2”-6’ 4”
38.5”-40”
+.5”
6’ 1”-6’ 2”
37”-38.8”
+.25
5’ 7”-6’ 1”
34”-37”
Standard
5’ 4”-5’ 7”
32”-34”
-.25”
5’ 2”-5’ 4”
29”-32”
-.5”
5’-5’ 2”
27”-29”
-1”
4’ 10”-5’
25”-27”
-1.5”
< 4’ 10”
< 25”
-2”
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Custom Fitting Guidelines - Irons
TUNING
SHAFT TYPE
FINE-TUNE THE SHAFT
SHAFT SELECTION GUIDELINES
The correct shaft helps the golfer find the centre of the
clubface more consistently and has a profound affect
on the overall feel of the club.
SHAFT TYPE
TUNING
LIE ANGLE
Shafts are offered in four main categories: tour
Heavier, stiffer options than indicated by swing speed
Smooth Tempo
Lighter, softer flexes than indicated by swing speed
Reduce Spin
Stiffer tip or stronger flex
Reduce Launch
Stiffer tip, heavier weight or stiffer flex
Increase Spin
Softer tip, softer flex, lighter weight
Increase Launch
Softer tip, softer flex, lighter weight
Reduce Fade Spin
Axis Softer tip, softer flex, lighter weight
Reduce Draw Spin
Axis Stiffer tip, stiffer flex, heavier weight
weight steel, lightweight steel, tour weight graphite
and lightweight graphite. A good rule of thumb is to
OPTIMISING
LIE ANGLE
recommend the weighted shaft the player finds most
comfortable. This shaft will help maintain swing
balance consistency and distance. If the player enjoys
Lie angle affects the ball flights
start direction and curvature.
TOE-UP IMPACT:
LEVEL IMPACT:
TOE-DOWN IMPACT:
By adjusting the lie angle, the
Ground contact toward heel
Ground contact at centre
Ground contact toward toe
tuner changes where the face
Hard to hit high centre face
Easy to hit high centre face
Hard to hit high centre face
is pointed at impact and how
Tilted (draw) spin axis
Level (straight) spin axis
Tilted (fade) spin axis
the club interacts with the turf,
Need flatter lie
No adjustment needed
Need upright lie
which can have significant
impact on consistent direction.
Quick Tempo
Too Upright
Square
Toe-Down Impact
the feel of steel but could benefit from a lighter weight
shaft, explore lightweight steel. Most lightweight steel
shafts feature low kick points, play softer overall and
may produce a higher ball flight than heavier steel.
Graphite dampens vibration significantly, making it a
good choice for players with chronically sore wrists,
elbows or shoulders.
*Consider lighter shafts when going over length (+1”) to maintain acceptable swing
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Custom Fitting Guidelines - Irons
LOCAL CUSTOM MATRIX
MENS RH - Steel (S, R) & Graphite (S, R, M)
Options: #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, PW, AW, SW, LW
4 flat
TUNING SHAFT FLEX
FLEX
APPLYING THE ART AND SCIENCE
Finding the correct shaft flex is essential in helping the player
The Art: Explain that the shafts weight, flex, torque, and bend
find optimal consistent distance and direction. The chart below
profile can all drastically change the clubs feel. It is most
will help you get started.
3 flat
2 flat
1 flat
Std
2 up
3 up
4 up
4 flat
3 flat
2 flat
1 flat
Std
1 up
MENS RH - Steel (X, S, R)
Options: #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, PW
2 up
3 up
4 up
4 flat
Std
+.5"
+1"
+1"
+1"
MENS LH - Steel (S, R) & Graphite (S, R, M)
Options: #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, PW, SW
MENS LH - Steel (S, R) & Graphite (R)
Options: #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, PW, SW
MENS LH - Steel (X, S, R)
Options: #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, PW
4 flat
3 flat
2 flat
1 flat
Std
1 up
2 up
3 up
4 up
4 flat
3 flat
2 flat
1 flat
Std
1 up
2 up
3 up
4 up
4 flat
+.5"
+.5"
+.5"
feel and personal preference.
+1"
+1"
+1"
4 flat
3 flat
2 flat
1 flat
Std
-.5"
Std
+.5"
230-275
275+
FLEX
L
M
R
S
X
Clubhead Speed
70 mph or less
70-80
80-95
95-110
110+
Ball Speed
100 mph or less
100-115
115-135
135-160
160+
ADDITIONAL SHAFT OFFERING (UPCHARGE)
KBS TOUR (R, S)
Dynamic Gold (R, S)
Dynamic Gold SL (R, S)
Nippon 950 (R, S)
3 flat
2 flat
1 flat
Std
1 up
2 up
3 up
4 up
1 up
2 up
3 up
4 up
ADDITIONAL GRIPS OFFERING (UPCHARGE)
WOMENS LH - Graphite (L)
Options: #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, PW, AW, SW
spin rate and launch angle by producing shots the are struck solid.
190-230
Std
+.5"
important the golfer has a shaft that suits the players desired
160-190
1 flat
Std
Std
160 YARDS OR LESS
2 flat
+.5"
Std
AVERAGE DRIVER DISTANCE
3 flat
Std
Std
The Science: The correctly tuned shaft will help maximise ball speed,
*Note the chart above is based on driver swing speeds.
1 up
MENS RH - Steel (S, R) & Graphite (R)
Options: #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, PW, AW, SW
1 up
2 up
3 up
4 up
Lamkin - R.E.L. 3GEN Black *
Lamkin - Crossline TM Logo
Lamkin - Crossline White/Black Midsize/Oversize
Lamkin - ACE 3GEN White
Golf Pride - Tour Velvet *
Golf Pride - Tour Velvet Full Cord
Golf Pride - New Decade Scarlet / Platinum
Golf Pride - New Decade White / Black
Golf Pride - New Decade White / Platinum
Golf Pride - New Decade Midnight Blue / Platinum
Golf Pride - Decade Red / Black *
Golf Pride - Z Grip Black / White
Golf Pride - Tour Wrap 2G Black
Golf Pride - Tour Wrap 2G White
Golf Pride - VDR White
Golf Pride - VDR Red
IOMIC - Sticky 2.3 White/Black
IOMIC - Sticky 2.3 Black/Black
*Grip also available in midsize
ADDITIONAL SHAFT OFFERING (UPCHARGE)
Dynamic Gold (R, S)
LEGEND
Local build
US Order (2-3 Weeks)
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Notes
TaylorMade adidas Golf Company Pacific
Level 1, 37 Dunlop Road Mulgrave
Victoria 3170 Australia
Customer Enquires 1800 700 011
www.taylormadegolf.com.au
www.taylormadegolf.co.nz
2015 METAL WOODS
Introduction Letter................................................................................ 5
CONTENTS
MADE OF
R15.................................................................................................... 6-7
R15 460............................................................................................. 8-9
R15 430......................................................................................... 10-11
R15 Fairway................................................................................... 12-13
R15 Rescue................................................................................... 14-15
AeroBurner................................................................................... 16-17
AeroBurner Driver........................................................................ 18-19
AeroBurner Fairway..................................................................... 20-21
AeroBurner Rescue...................................................................... 22-23
Custom Fitting Guidelines
 Tuned Performance................................................................... 25
 Optimising Driver Features........................................................ 26
 The ‘R’ Family............................................................................. 27
 Launch Parameters................................................................... 27
 Tuning Shaft Type....................................................................... 28
 Tuning Shaft Flex....................................................................... 29
 Tuning Flight Path...................................................................... 30
Notes................................................................................................... 31
2015 METAL WOODS
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2015 METAL WOODS
Dear Valued Customer,
2014 delivered a number of memorable moments
related to the game of golf. It has also shown each
and every one of us the highs, lows and emotion
that epitomize what we love about this sport.
At TaylorMade, our golf season isn’t coming to an
end. Instead, it’s ramping up to ensure we’re in the
best position to begin the 2015 season with positive
momentum. So whether your goal is winning an
event on the PGA TOUR or breaking 90, we want to
help you achieve it.
Innovation is the genesis of everything we do at
TaylorMade Golf. Whether it’s our metalwoods, irons,
wedges or golf balls, we’re relentlessly striving to
design, produce and deliver the most innovative,
high-performance products to allow you, the golfer,
to achieve your goals.
We are excited to reveal what we think will be yet
another pivotal moment in the history of TaylorMade
with the launch of our newest metalwood lineup;
derived from two franchises with storied history in
the game and for our brand: R15 and AeroBurner.
Fifteen years after the first R Series driver was
introduced and 15 years of ground breaking
metalwoods technologies from the #1 driver in
golf have led us to a driver made of greatness: R15.
Engineered for and played by the best players in the
world including Sergio Garcia, Jason Day and Justin
Rose, the R15 is designed to bring out the best in
all of us. We’ve put everything we’ve got into R15 so you can find what you’ve got in you.
To ensure we’re releasing the best product we
possibly can, we’ve worked closer than ever with
our PGA TOUR athletes on both R15 and AeroBurner,
and their feedback has everyone here excited about
what’s to come in 2015. With our Tour players eager
to put them in their bags, we’re confident that once
you hit them for yourself, you will feel the same.
Come January 9, 2015, whether you decide on
R15 or AeroBurner, you can be confident that you’ll
be putting our most innovative technologies into
your bag.
On behalf of the entire TaylorMade team, play well.
Another iconic franchise in our company’s history
is revitalized with the introduction of AeroBurner.
In golf, the name Burner is synonymous with speed
and speed equals distance, so we’ve completely
redesigned AeroBurner to be the fastest, most
aerodynamic product we’ve ever made.
2015 METAL WOODS
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MADE OF GREATNESS
2015 METAL WOODS
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Everything we have learned on low-forward CG, sliding weights,
Speed Pocket, and adjustability have gone into the R15, making
this our most technologically advanced driver ever.
BENOIT VINCENT
VICE PRESIDENT RESEARCH
AND DEVELOPMENT
ff Centre of Gravity (CG) lower and more forward
ff New Fujikura Speeder 57 Evolution shaft,
to promote higher launch and lower spin
Lamkin UTx grip
ff New Front Track system performs like a
ff R15 TP available in the Speeder 661 Evolution
Speed Pocket, reduces spin and increases
INVERTED CONE TECHNOLOGY
ULTRA THIN
WALL CASTING
Optimised to expand the sweet spot
Thick thin crown (.4/.5mm)
wraps around to the toe –
saves weight
ADJUSTABLE
LOFT SLEEVE
12 positions
4˚ of loft
Tour Spec and new Lamkin UTx grip
size of sweet spot
ff Several aftermarket shafts and grips available
ff New sliding split weights: heel for draw, toe for fade,
to customize your R15
LOW/FORWARD CG
High launch/low spin
split for maximum stability (12.5g each / 25g total)
ff Employs proven TaylorMade metalwood
ff 4° loft sleeve for greater loft adjustability and
technologies that have been newly optimised
opportunity to dial in your launch conditions
(ICT, Thick Thin, moveable weight, loft sleeve)
FRONT TRACK
SLIDING SPLIT
WEIGHTS
Speed pocket performance
expands sweet spot and
decreases spin
Two 12.5g weights
(25g total)
ff Beautifully sculpted pear shape with larger
footprint and new satin white finish (also
available in black)
SHAFT
GRIP
CUSTOM OPTIONS
FUJI SPEEDER 57 EVOLUTION – S, R, M
LAMKIN UTX
TP SHAFT OPTIONS AVAILABLE
460 DRIVER IS
ALSO AVAILABLE
IN BLACK
FUJIKURA SPEEDER 661 EVOLUTION TS – X, S, R
HEAD
LOFT
LH
LIE
VOLUME
LENGTH M
SW M
LENGTH W
SW W
R15 DRIVER
9.5°*
YES
57°-61°
460cc
45.5”
D4
44.5”
R15 DRIVER
10.5°*
YES*
57°-61°
460cc
45.5”
D4
44.5”
D0
R15 DRIVER
12°*
YES*
57°-61°
460cc
45.5”
D4
44.5”
D0
R15 DRIVER
14°
YES
57°-61°
460cc
45.5”
D4
44.5”
D0
R15 DRIVER TP
9.5°
YES
57°-61°
460cc
45.5”
D4
R15 DRIVER TP
10.5°
YES
57°-61°
460cc
45.5”
D4
R15 DRIVER TP
12°
YES
57°-61°
460cc
45.5”
D4
R15 DRIVER TP
14°
YES
57°-61°
460cc
45.5”
D4
*Available in black
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BENOIT VINCENT
VICE PRESIDENT RESEARCH
AND DEVELOPMENT
ff Centre of Gravity positioned to make 430
ff Smaller shape inspired by iconic predecessors
model our lowest-spinning R15
with new satin white finish and black PVD face
ff New Front Track system performs like a
ff New Fujikura Speeder 67 Evolution shaft,
Speed Pocket, reduces spin and increases
size of sweet spot
25%
TOTAL MASS
Lamkin UTx grip
ff R15 TP available in the Fujikura Speeder 757
ff New sliding split weights: heel for draw,
Evolution Tour Spec and new Lamkin UTx grip
toe for fade, split for maximum stability
ff Several aftermarket shafts and grips available
(12.5g each / 25g total)
to customize your R15 430
75%
OF
I S LO
W A NT O TAL M
D FO A S S
RWA
RD
Everything we have learned on low-forward CG, sliding weights,
Speed Pocket, and adjustability have gone into the R15, making
this our most technologically advanced driver ever.
ff 4° loft sleeve for more loft adjustability and
75%
TOTAL MASS
LOW/FORWARD CG
Front track system
opportunity to dial in your launch conditions
SHAFT
GRIP
CUSTOM OPTIONS
FUJIKURA SPEEDER 67 EVOLUTION – X, S, R LAMKIN UTX
LAMKIN UTX
TP SHAFT OPTIONS AVAILABLE
FUJIKURA SPEEDER 757 EVOLUTION TS – X, S, R
HEAD
LOFT
LH
LIE
VOLUME
LENGTH M
SW M
R15 430 DRIVER
9.5°
NO
57°-61°
430cc
45.5”
D4
R15 430 DRIVER
10.5°
NO
57°-61°
430cc
45.5”
D4
R15 430 DRIVER
12°
NO
57°-61°
430cc
45.5”
D4
R15 430 DRIVER TP
9.5°
NO
57°-61°
430cc
45.5”
D4
R15 430 DRIVER TP
10.5°
NO
57°-61°
430cc
45.5”
D4
R15 430 DRIVER TP
12°
NO
57°-61°
430cc
45.5”
D4
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Bringing the front track system to the 3 wood allows us
to get the best of all worlds, a system that creates more
flexibility and speed while allowing us to effect shot shape.
FAIR WAY
BRIAN BAZZEL
SENIOR DIRECTOR
METALWOOD PRODUCT CREATION
ff First fairway with sliding weight (25g) for shot
ff R15 TP available in the Speeder Evolution 757
shape adjustability – Our most adjustable fairway
to date
Tour Spec and new Lamkin UTx grip
CONTOURED
BACK TRACK
THICK THIN
CASTING
Promotes low
forward CG
Glides through turf
ff Several aftermarket shafts and grips available
ff New Front Track system performs like a
HIGHEST
STRENGTH
FACE MATERIAL
to customize your R15 fairway
Speed Pocket, reduces spin and increases size
Ni-Co 300
Superalloy
of sweet spot
ff 4° loft sleeve for more loft adjustability and
opportunity to dial in your launch conditions
ff Built with the new Fujikura Speeder 67 Evolution
25g SLIDING
TUNGSTEN
WEIGHT
FRONT TRACK
Adjusts for
draw or fade
Acts like a speed pocket
to expand sweet spot and
decrease spin
shaft and new Lamkin UTx grip
ADJUSTABLE
LOFT SLEEVE
12 positions
4˚ of loft
SHAFT
GRIP
CUSTOM OPTIONS
FUJIKURA SPEEDER 67 EVOLUTION – S, R, M
LAMKIN UTX
TP SHAFT OPTIONS AVAILABLE
FUJIKURA SPEEDER 757 EVOLUTION TS – X, S, R
HEAD
NUM
LOFT
LH
LIE
VOLUME
LENGTH M
SW M
R15 FAIRWAY
3
15°
YES
56.5°-60.5°
150cc
43.25”
D4
R15 FAIRWAY
3HL
16.5°
NO
56.5°-60.5°
150cc
43.25”
D4
R15 FAIRWAY
5
19°
YES
56.5°-60.5°
120cc
42.25”
D4
R15 FAIRWAY
5HL
20.5°
NO
56.5°-60.5°
120cc
42.25”
D4
R15 FAIRWAY TP
3
15°
YES
56.5°-60.5°
150cc
43.25”
D4
R15 FAIRWAY TP
3HL
16.5°
NO
56.5°-60.5°
150cc
43.25”
D4
R15 FAIRWAY TP
5
19°
YES
56.5°-60.5°
120cc
42.25”
D4
R15 FAIRWAY TP
5HL
20.5°
NO
56.5°-60.5°
120cc
42.25”
D4
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The shape of the rescue is very striking at address and will speak
to the better player, while the performance of the club will speak
to anyone who hits it.
ff New, Tour-inspired shape
ff R15 TP available in the Speeder Evolution 869
from more lies
Promotes neutral
ball flight
ff Several aftermarket shafts and grips available
3˚ LOFT SLEEVE
+/- 1.5˚
to customize your R15 Rescue
ff Standard setting promotes neutral ball flight
BENOIT VINCENT
VICE PRESIDENT RESEARCH
AND DEVELOPMENT
CENTRAL
CG POSITION
Tour Spec and new Lamkin UTx grip
ff Smaller footprint enables better playability
S LD R
ff 3° loft sleeve for dialing in distance
SL
DR
ff Built with the new Fujikura Speeder 77
Evolution shaft and new Lamkin UTx grip
MORE COMPACT
SHAPE
Extreme versatility
SHAFT
GRIP
CUSTOM OPTIONS
FUJIKURA SPEEDER 77 EVOLUTION – S, R
LAMKIN UTX
TP SHAFT OPTIONS AVAILABLE
OPEN CHANNEL
SPEED POCKET
For improved
launch conditions
FUJIKURA SPEEDER 869 EVOLUTION TS – X, S, R
HEAD
NUM
LOFT
LH
LIE
VOLUME
LENGTH M
SW M
R15 RESCUE
2
17°
NO
57.5°-60.5°
98cc
41.25”
D4
R15 RESCUE
3
19°
YES
58°-61°
99cc
40.75”
D4
R15 RESCUE
4
21°
YES
58.5°-61.5°
101cc
40.25”
D4
R15 RESCUE
5
24°
NO
59°-62°
103cc
39.75”
D4
R15 RESCUE TP
2
17°
NO
57.5°-60.5°
98cc
41.25”
D4
R15 RESCUE TP
3
19°
YES
58°-61°
99cc
40.75”
D4
R15 RESCUE TP
4
21°
YES
58.5°-61.5°
101cc
40.25”
D4
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MADE FOR SPEED
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We’ve drastically improved the performance of the
sole’s Speed Pocket and significantly improved the
aerodynamics to deliver maximum speed to the golfer.
DRIVER
BRIAN BAZZEL
SENIOR DIRECTOR
METALWOOD PRODUCT CREATION
ff Advanced 460cc aerodynamic shape designed with
ff TP model designed with a longer hosel,
rounder toe, raised centre crown, reduced drop
flatter lie, and more open face angle
from crown to skirt, and new hosel fin
AERO HOSEL
RAISED CENTRE CROWN
Reduces drag caused by hosel
Keeps airflow attached longer
and reduces drag
ff TP model built with new Matrix Ozik White
ff New Speed Pocket increases size of the sweet
Tie 60X4 and new Lamkin UTx grip
spot and reduces spin
ff Several aftermarket shafts and grips
ff New matte white finish, black PVD face, and linear
available to customize your AeroBurner
AeroBurner crown graphic make alignment easy
ff Built with the new, lightweight Matrix Speed
RUL-Z 50 shaft and TM Speed grip
SHAFT
GRIP
CUSTOM OPTIONS
MATRIX SPEED RUL-Z 50 – X, S, R, M
TM SPEED GRIP .620 – 43.5g
TP SHAFT OPTIONS AVAILABLE
TP MATRIX OZIK WHITE TIE 60X4 – X, S, R
LAMKIN UTX TP .600 – 52g
MATRIX SPEED RUL-Z 45 – L
WINN SPEED LADIES – 37g
HEAD
LOFT
LH
LIE
VOLUME
LENGTH M
SW M
LENGTH W
SW W
AEROBURNER DRIVER
9.5°
YES
61°
460cc
45.75”
D3
AEROBURNER DRIVER
10.5°
YES
61°
460cc
45.75”
D3
44.75”
D0
AEROBURNER DRIVER
12°
YES
61°
460cc
45.75”
D3
44.75”
D0
AEROBURNER DRIVER
HL
NO
61°
460cc
45.75”
D3
44.75”
D0
AEROBURNER DRIVER TP
9.5°
NO
59°
460cc
45.75”
D4
AEROBURNER DRIVER TP
10.5°
NO
59°
460cc
45.75”
D4
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With our largest Speed Pocket ever, we are
now achieving driver-like launch conditions
with a fairway wood.
FAIR WAY
BRIAN BAZZEL
SENIOR DIRECTOR
METALWOOD PRODUCT CREATION
ff New aerodynamic shape with a shallow face,
ff Built with the new lightweight Matrix Speed
raised centre crown and new hosel fin
RUL-Z 60 shaft and TM Speed grip
ff New Speed Pocket increases the size of the sweet
spot and reduces spin
ff TP model designed with a longer hosel,
flatter lie, and more open face angle
ff 3 wood uses the highest strength face material—
Ni-Co 300 Superalloy
ff TP model built with new Matrix Ozik White
Tie 70X4 and new Lamkin UTx grip
ff New matte white finish, black PVD face, and linear
AeroBurner crown graphic make alignment easy
ff Several aftermarket shafts and grips available
to customize your AeroBurner
BIGGEST OPEN CHANNEL
SPEED POCKET
For more face flex, increased
sweet spot and reduced spin
SHAFT
GRIP
CUSTOM OPTIONS
MATRIX SPEED RUL-Z 60 – X, S, R, M, L
SPEED RUBBER GRIP (M) .600 – 47g
TP SHAFT OPTIONS AVAILABLE
MATRIX OZIK WHITE TIE 70X4 – X, S, M
LAMKIN UTX TP .600 – 52g
HEAD
NUM
LOFT
LH
LIE
VOLUME
LENGTH M
SW M
AEROBURNER FAIRWAY
3
15°
YES
60°
165cc
43.25”
D3
AEROBURNER FAIRWAY
3HL
16.5°
NO
60°
170cc
43.25”
D3
AEROBURNER FAIRWAY
5
18°
YES
60.5°
150cc
42.25”
D3
AEROBURNER FAIRWAY
5HL
21°
NO
60.5°
150cc
42.25”
D3
AEROBURNER FAIRWAY
7
23°
NO
61°
143cc
41.75”
D3
AEROBURNER TP FAIRWAY
3
15°
NO
58°
159cc
43.25”
D4
AEROBURNER TP FAIRWAY
3HL
16.5°
NO
58°
161cc
43.25”
D4
AEROBURNER TP FAIRWAY
5
18°
NO
58.5°
135cc
42.25”
D4
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RESCUE
The name Burner has always stood for speed, more
specifically ball speed. Now we have introduced
breakthroughs in aerodynamics to the Burner name
that will also help increase club head speed.
BRIAN BAZZEL
SENIOR DIRECTOR
METALWOOD PRODUCT CREATION
ff New aerodynamic shape with a shallow face,
ff TP model designed with a longer hosel, flatter
raised centre crown and new hosel fin
lie, and more open face angle
ff New Speed Pocket increases the size of the
ff TP model built with new Matrix Ozik White Tie
sweet spot and reduces spin
HX4 and new Lamkin UTx grip
ff New matte white finish, black PVD face,
ff Several aftermarket shafts and grips available
and linear AeroBurner crown graphic make
to customize your AeroBurner
alignment easy
ff Built with the new Matrix Speed RUL-Z 70
shaft and TM Speed grip
AERO HOSEL
Reduced drag
caused by hosel
SHAFT
GRIP
CUSTOM OPTIONS
MATRIX SPEED RUL-Z 70 – X, S, R, M
SPEED RUBBER GRIP (M) .600 – 47g
TP SHAFT OPTIONS AVAILABLE
TP MATRIX OZIK WHITE TIE HX4 – X, S, R
LAMKIN UTX TP .600 – 52g
MATRIX SPEED RUL-Z 55 – L
HEAD
NUM
LOFT
LH
LIE
VOLUME
LENGTH M
SW M
AEROBURNER RESCUE
3
19°
YES
60°
112cc
40.75”
D3
AEROBURNER RESCUE
4
22°
YES
60.5°
114cc
40.25”
D3
AEROBURNER RESCUE
5
25°
NO
61°
115cc
39.75”
D3
AEROBURNER RESCUE
6
28°
NO
61.5°
117cc
39.25”
D3
AEROBURNER TP RESCUE
3
19°
YES
58°
112cc
40.75”
D4
AEROBURNER TP RESCUE
4
22°
YES
58.5°
114cc
40.25”
D4
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TUNED PERFORMANCE
CUSTOM FIT TING GUIDELINES
AN INTRODUCTION TO TUNED PERFORMANCE
OUR TUNED PERFORMANCE PHILOSOPHY
TUNED PERFORMANCE VS. CUSTOM FITTING
TaylorMade makes high-performance golf equipment
The golfer comes first in every Tuned Performance session
Traditionally, selecting custom clubs for a player has been
engineered to help every level of player play better. Since
at any level. We asked TaylorMade’s longest standing Tour
called Custom fitting. Fitting, however, emphasizes only size
our founding in 1979 we’ve focused on developing innovative
Rep what “Tuned Performance” meant to him. His answer:
and shape. A suit is fitted, as it must be the right size and
technologies that make it easier to launch the ball faster,
“A qualified Tuner/Fitter understands that optimising golf
shape to be comfortable and look good. However, when it
longer, more easily and with greater control. In addition,
equipment is part art, part science”.
comes to TaylorMade Golf equipment, selecting the best
we offer an assortment of club models and options to suit
every performance level, and swing style.
The art of tuning focuses on look, feel, sound, trajectory and
workability, and relies heavily on the Tuner’s communication
equipment for a player is much more about optimising
performance than it is about making things the right size
and shape.
We’ve gained a wealth of knowledge from our Tour Team,
skills. The science lies in data-driven performance
which has for years travelled to nearly every PGA Tour event to
parameters, such as how the golfer presents the clubhead
Tuning is a term that started in 2004 with the creation of
tune Tour pros for our equipment and build it for them on the
to the ball at impact (club data), and how that affects ball
the R7 driver, the first adjustable driver ever launched to
spot. Several members have spent a lifetime circling the globe
flight (ball data).
the golfing public. This was a breakthrough and changed the
to adjust and service products for the best players in the world.
Our Tour Team’s knowledge and experience was invaluable to
the creation of our Tuned Performance philosophy and values.
When the art and science of Tuned Performance are executed
at the highest level, the player is the recipient of equipment
that inspires confidence and optimises performance.
traditional custom fitting process; a golfer would be measured
and fit for a driver and the custom fitting session would end
at the point of purchase. With adjustability products are now
able to be tuned perpetually; adjustments can be made on
an ongoing basis.
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LOFT UP+
FEATURE
THE ART
THE SCIENCE
Model
Look, feel (sound),
trajectory, workability
Centre of Gravity, Launch
Angle, Backspin Rate,
Ball Speed
Face Angle
Loft
Centre
of Gravity
Lie Angle
Shaft (flex,
weight, length)
Grip
(Size, Type)
Look at address Confidence
Look at address Confidence
Confidence
Look at address Confidence
Feel, Sound,
Workability
Feel
Ball Start Direction,
Trajectory, Shot Curvature
TUNING SUGGESTIONS
Confirm the player is comfortable with the model’s look
from address before tuning further. Changing models will
significantly change the performance of a driver and may
alter distance and consistent direction.
Utilize TaylorMade’s loft sleeve to achieve the player’s
desired face angle. Remember, changing loft 1° also
changes face angle 1°. Increasing loft closes the face,
while lowering loft opens the face.
Launch Angle, Backspin
Rate, Trajectory,
Forgiveness, Workability
Once the appropriate driver loft is selected, utilize
TaylorMade’s loft sleeve to tune the exact loft to that
particular player. Should the player be more conscious
of look at address you may require the sliding weight to
tune consistent direction.
Launch Angle, Backspin
Rate, Trajectory,
Forgiveness, Workability
Utilize TaylorMade’s sliding weight track to tune the player’s
desired centre of gravity. Move the weight towards the heel to
increase draw bias and towards the toe to increase fade bias.
Shot Shape (Slights Effect)
Launch Angle,
Backspin Rate,
Trajectory, Workability
N/A
Utilize TaylorMade’s loft sleeve to fine tune lie angle. Players
seeking a more toe up appearance from address will prefer
the upright loft sleeve settings and for toe down they will
prefer the flatter settings. The sleeve features nine standard
lie angle settings and three upright settings.
Players seeking a stiffer, more boardy feel may prefer lower
torque shafts, while players seeking a softer, more responsive
feel may prefer a higher torque shaft. Some players see
variations in launch conditions with different shafts, which
is very dependant.
THE R' FAMILY
LAUNCH PARAMETERS
The R15 franchise of drivers incorporates a low and
A high launch angle and low spin-rate maximises distance
forward centre of gravity producing an unparalleled
for all players. When we talk about launch parameters
reduction in spin rates. To unlock distance gains and
we’re referring to ranges, not specific numbers. The chart
optimise performance the fitter only needs to increase
to the right lists ideal ranges according to ball speed.
the loft of the driver and the back spin will remain low.
(The reason the range of ideal backspin bottoms out at
Because of the CG Placement spin does not chase loft as
1700 RPM backspin is that’s where the ball begins to lose
fast as we are accustomed to. Normally as you increase
loft, spin also increases at a rapid rate, but now low
forward CG slows this process down. How much should
you loft up? As high as you can until you see diminishing
returns; where spin becomes too high.
Below are the range of optimum launch conditions
to maximise distance at varying ball speeds
BALL SPEED
(MPH)
LAUNCH ANGLE
(DEGREES)
SPIN -RATE
(RPM)
185 -175
17° - 10.5°
1700 - 2600
170-160
17° - 11°
1700 - 2650
stability in the air).
155-145
17° - 14°
1700 - 2700
There is a wider range of acceptable launch conditions at
140-130
17° - 15°
1700 - 2750
125-115
17° - 15°
1700 - 2850
<115
Highest Launch
possible
Highest Spin
possible
extremely fast swing speeds. As swing speed decreases,
the ranges become smaller. However, when driver ball
speed falls below 115 MPH, the player needs to combine
It is essential to know that to optimise performance the
the highest possible launch angle with the highest possible
vast majority of players will require more loft. Because
spin-rate to keep the ball in the air as long as possible to
spin is already very low the Tuner should seek to increase
promote maximum carry.
loft until reaching optimum launch and spin. Currently the
MAX DISTANCE
average loft for TaylorMade drivers on the PGA Tour is 10.5.
18
Many amateurs may require 11 or more degrees of loft.
14
R15 460 creates a new adjustable weight construction for
drivers, providing much more ease of use than previous
MWT systems. R15 460 features a very low and forward
centre of gravity with 75% of the overall head weight
located in the very front section of the clubhead and
LA UNCH A NGL E
OPTIMIZING DRIVER FEATURES
17/1700
12
10
8
6
4000
3500
3000
2500
2000
1500
BA C K SPIN
underneath the leading edge.
The club must feel comfortable in the player’s hands.
If available, allow the player to test different size and
texture grips. The grip’s size and texture can effect the
player’s overall feel.
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TUNING SHAFT TYPE
FINE-TUNE THE SHAFT
TUNING SHAFT FLEX
SHAFT SELECTION GUIDELINES
The correct shaft helps the golfer find the centre of the
clubface more consistently and has a profound effect on
the overall feel of the club.
SHAFT TYPE
Quick Tempo
Smooth Tempo
Heavier, stiffer options than
indicated by swing speed
FLEX
Finding the correct shaft flex is essential in helping
APPLYING THE ART
AND SCIENCE
the player find optimal consistent distance and direction.
The Art: Explain that the shafts weight, flex, torque, and
The chart below will help you get started.
bend profile can all drastically change the clubs feel. It is
Lighter, softer flexes than
most important the golfer has a shaft that suits the players
indicated by swing speed
desired feel and personal preference.
Stiffer tip or stronger flex
The Science: The correctly tuned shaft will help maximise ball
Shafts are offered in four main categories: tour
weight steel, lightweight steel, tour weight graphite
Reduce Spin
speed, spin rate and launch angle by producing shots that are
and lightweight graphite. A good rule of thumb is to
recommend the weighted shaft the player finds most
comfortable. This shaft will help maintain swing balance
consistency and distance. If the player enjoys the feel of
steel but could benefit from a lighter weight shaft, explore
Reduce Launch
Increase Spin
lightweight steel. Most lightweight steel shafts feature low
kick points, play softer overall and may produce a higher
ball flight than heavier steel. Graphite dampens vibration
Increase Launch
significantly, making it a good choice for players with
chronically sore wrists, elbows or shoulders.
Reduce Fade Spin
Reduce Draw Spin
Stiffer tip, heavier weight
struck solid.
or stiffer flex
Softer tip, softer flex,
AVERAGE DRIVER DISTANCE
lighter weight
FLEX
Softer tip, softer flex,
lighter weight
Axis Softer tip, softer flex,
160 YARDS OR LESS
160-190
190-230
230-275
275+
L
M
R
S
X
Clubhead Speed
70 mph or less
70-80
80-95
95-110
110+
Ball Speed
100 mph or less
100-115
115-135
135-160
160+
*Note the chart above is based on driver swing speeds.
lighter weight
Axis Stiffer tip, stiffer flex,
heavier weight
*Consider lighter shafts when going over length (+1”) to maintain acceptable swing
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NOTES
TUNING FLIGHT PATH
MAX DISTANCE
Both Centred
MAX DRAW
Both Right
MAX FADE
Both Left
12.5g
WEIGHT
x2
Totaling 25g
MAX STABILITY
One Left, One Right
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