Which setup head loftshaft would be closest to a 910d2 in 10. The 270 weighs 270 grams, the 290 weighs surprisingly 290 grams, and the tour is the heaviest of the trio weighing in at 310 grams. Traditional pearshaped profile in a club head inspires confidence at address and allows for shotshaping control. Unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers. Jan 15, 20 the first thing you notice with the cleveland classic xl driver is the very deep face. It also gave engineers some mass to play with, which they positioned low and deep in the head. If youd like to see more images of this driver and headcover, you can check out more photos in fullresolution in our cleveland classic driver photo album on facebook. 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. The total club weight is 285 grams with a 45inch stock. Clevelands light weight design and getting a heavier shaft in that head. Each model has been engineered to a specific total club weight to deliver a unique combination of feel, workability and head speed. Apr 20, 2012 i hit five shots with each driver on trackman iv, and to ensure as much of an applestoapples comparison as possible, i tested each driver head with the same shaft.
Buy new and used cleveland classic 290 driver from the best golf shop. Cleveland sl 290 launcher ultralite driver right hand, graphite, 9 degrees, stiff. Kua 39 shaft and a 25g golf pride grip, making it one of the lightest drivers on the market to help slower swingers to gain a few yards by swinging the club faster. The cleveland classic 290 driver is one of the coolestlooking efforts by cleveland to date. Nov 26, 2015 cleveland have combined old and new for their classic driver. Features and benefits of the cleveland classic 290 driver. The year indicated is the specifications noted at that time and may not reflect any changes made during the life of the product. The cleveland 588 custom driver proves that hype does not equal performance. The classic 290 weights 290g and is paired with a 43g version of the miyasaki c. Cleveland classic driver measured 310 yards with 39g. In general, dropping just 10 grams of club weight can increase head speed by 1 mile per hour. Cleveland proudly introduces a retro look with their classic line of drivers. The look of the cleveland classic might be my favorite looking driver in the last 4.
New discount cleveland classic 290 driver hurricane golf. Oct 17, 20 cleveland golf hopes to capitalize on the success of its cleveland classic drivers by adding adjustability and a larger face to its new classic xl lines. Im not sure about the adapter for the custom xl though. Its also part of the rightweight fitting system with an overall weight of 290 grams, the classic 290 is ideal for a wide range of players seeking a strong combination of distance and accuracy. I hit the cleveland 270, 290, and 310 and was really smacking the 310 farther than the rest, and farther than my r9. Amazed first at how big a risk cleveland was willing to take on a retro finish, and second, at how starkly different it looked from most modernday driver iterations. Our initial opinion was that this driver was a cool looking show piece, but we found that there is a lot more that the classic 290 has to offer. Cleveland golf started off as a company known for producing exquisite replicas of classic golf clubs from the 1940s and 1950s. Although the mechanics of the classic family are pretty similar, the different weights can help compensate for swing problems.
At 290 total grams this club is light for easy swinging, yet i found i could really go. Is that the combined weight of the shaft, grip and head. Get the best deals on cleveland golf club heads when you shop. If you were to switch to a heavier grip, changing the head weight might be necessary to preserve the swing weight. This is their first adjustable driver, so were curious to know whats so different about it. Cleveland classic 290 driver discount prices for golf equipment. Hence the weight of the sl290 head is according to the traditionally weighted club. Originally cleveland filled a niche market producing high quality replicas of classic golf clubs from the 1940s and 1950s but soon became regarded as an innovative producer of original equipment in its own right. Designed with an appearance that harkens back to the wood persimmon drivers from the days of old, the classic 290 driver will start turning heads before you even tee up. The cleveland classic 290 is the middleweight member of the family, with the cleveland classic 270 driver weighing in at 270 grams and the cleveland classic 310 the tour model tipping the scales at 310 grams. He also slid the driver s front track weight all the way to the heel to maximize draw bias. It also is low spin, paired with the low spin head, i got my spin numbers down.
In addition to their hibore driver and other new, innovative drivers, they have gone back to their roots producing classically styled drivers. Availability for the cleveland classic driver is spring 2012. Billy bobs golf clubmakers, designing developing and. The 199g head and the 43g shaft seemed to complement themselves perfectly with the grip, the driver rounds out at around 290g total. With a unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers, the classic 290 has a pearshaped profile with the largest, deepest club face ever produced by cleveland golf. Given the restrictions on head size this also means the that slightly rounded clubhead is a little more compact visually from above than most other 460cc drivers.
Clevland drivers 270 290 310 general equipment talk. Cleveland golf goes classic with new drivers, irons, and. The gold sole plate, mahogany paint, classic shape and deep face create a stunning look. Get the best deals on cleveland golf club components when you. Not only is it a top performer among lightweight drivers for 2012 we also love the even lighter cleveland black driver, its nostalgic look reminds us of the steep history and heritage the game of golf has.
Sole design and color designed to look like a persimmon driver. Cleveland golf introduces the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver. But, once you do tee up, youll see this club is as modern as they comethats. For this test, cleveland golf sent me a classic 290 driver 7. The cleveland classic driver is engineered with ultralite technology, helping players generate increased head speed and distance with the same swing effort. Cleveland classic driver for sale in uk view 56 ads. Wedgesirons with excessive sole wear, groove wear, chrome wear, andor. I saw an article earlier in the year where jerry kelly gave some input on the way driver technology was going, lighter shaft, lighter head and lighter grip. The classic 290 has a pearshaped head with the largest, deepest driver face ever created by cleveland golf. Cleveland s new premium driver for 20, the classic xl custom, is the companys first adjustable driver. Cleveland headcovers classic, cg, launcher, dst, xls, xl. It was the longest and most controllable driver and it felt great. Discussion cleveland classic drivers 290 vs tour 310 title.
Mar, 2014 for me, the club doesnt need any additional weight in the head because cleveland uses a light weight stock grip. The classic 290 has a total club weight of 290 grams. For those that have experience with the xl tour, the classic 290 still has that same. I know almost everything in golf is what feels right to you, but my r9 is a 460 head and so are the 270 and 290 drivers, however the 310 is a 440. I have a taylor made set and like this driver better than the jetspeed. It has a pearshaped profile with the largest, deepest club face ever produced by cleveland golf. But rest assured, this driver is no throwback but is instead one of the lightest, most technologically sophisticated drivers on the market. Sounds great off the tee, looks good and hits well. Wherever you find your ball, theres an rtx 4 to get you up and down.
Visit for lots of product info and specs and to tradein your clubs and buy new and used. Cleveland classic 290 driver cleveland drivers golfbidder. The adjustable weight settings of the m1 460 further optimized georges ball flight. They made each model lighter without taking much weight out of the club head. The new classic driver has a retro look with a color shceme that will remind many of the old school persimmons drivers, albeit in a larger, metal package. Cleveland 2011 xl270, sl290, tl310 drivers first look. May 28, 20 here at golf tips, we think thats great news, since having an adjustablehead driver opens the door for more golfers to do a whole bunch of fun things off the teeall without having to make drastic swing changes. Get the best deals on cleveland driver golf club heads when you shop the largest online selection at. The main difference between each model is the total weight and how it is distributed throughout the club. Cleveland 290 classic driver the cleveland 290 classic driver is the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver. Pear shaped club head inspires is pleasing to the eye has greater shot shape control. The latest driver we tried that features adjustability is the allnew cleveland classic xl custom. While it looks like the smaller headed persimmon woods of yesteryear, the classic weighs just 270g 290g and tour model available, delivers long teeshots and boasts clevelands largest ever face for a huge hitting area and increased forgiveness. The cleveland classic 270 weighs 270g and features the miyazaki c.
Be sure to check out our selection of used cleveland drivers as well. From your launch monitor pictures it looks like you really need a higher launch and more spin, assuming the monitor is accurate. The first thing i noticed when i saw cleveland golfs new line of drivers was the old. Apr 24, 2011 i hit the cleveland 270, 290, and 310 and was really smacking the 310 farther than the rest, and farther than my r9. Cleveland classic new leather 270 290 310 driver golf headcover. Get the best deals on cleveland golf club heads when you shop the largest online selection at. Cleveland golf classic xl custom driver september 19, 20 we find cleveland golf s 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 new model is a revamped version of clevelands classic driver from last year, which featured a gold and burgandy paint scheme that made the 440cc head look like a a blown up version of the persimmon drivers that. Kua 39r special edition shaft that seemed to complement the driver and my swing perfectly. Cleveland golf headcovers, classic, cg black, launcher, dst, xls, xl, hi bore, mashie, halo, w, driver, fairway, hybrid, cleveland, headcover. Cleveland golf is a premier manufacturer of mens golf clubs, equipment and accessories.
Cleveland s new ultralite series includes three weight offerings for three different players. Cleveland classic xl custom 9 driver club head only 797937. Overall, i think it is a very easy club to hit and tested many others, however, this is the one i keep in my bag now. Cleveland classic macgregor m85 copypersimmon head with dynamic gold shaft from the 197080s. While it looks like the smaller headed persimmon woods of yesteryear, the classic weighs just 270g 290g and tour model available, delivers long teeshots and boasts cleveland s largest ever face for a huge hitting area and increased forgiveness.
Cleveland classic driver for sale cleveland classic xl driver 9 with a miyazaki tour issue 6s stiff shaft 5617. Rear weight slug placed at the deepest, lowest point in the club head to increase forgiveness and lower. The cleveland classic tour driver is engineered with ultralite technology, helping players generate increased head speed and distance with the same swing effort. The classic 270 is the lightest model, with a 460cc club head and a superlight miyazaki c. With a sleek and striking look, the cg black driver weighs only 265 grams, making it the lightest driver on the market to help players generate measurable increases in swing speed and distance. The head of the driver has a traditional pear shape and the face of the club is extremely deep giving it the largest hitting area on any club that cleveland has ever produced. Jan 14, 20 clevelands new premium driver for 20, the classic xl custom, is the companys first adjustable driver. Jul 18, 2014 the cleveland classic 290 is the middleweight member of the family, with the cleveland classic 270 driver weighing in at 270 grams and the cleveland classic 310 the tour model tipping the scales at 310 grams. The neat thing about the ultralite drivers is not just that they are lightweight, its how cleveland did it without any. Testing the performance of drivers of different eras. The look of the cleveland classic might be my favorite looking driver in the last 4 of 5 years. The titleist 910 d3 was probably equally as controllable and felt great as well, but the cleveland was a little longer.
Cleveland have combined old and new for their classic driver. The new model is a revamped version of cleveland s classic driver from last year, which featured a gold and burgandy paint scheme that made the 440cc head look like a a blown up version of the persimmon drivers that were popular decades ago. The classic 290 is a bit heavier, with a miyazaki c. The only knock that some might say is that it is not adjustable. Here at golf tips, we think thats great news, since having an adjustable head driver opens the door for more golfers to do a whole bunch of fun things off the teeall without having to make drastic swing changes. Cleveland boasts the largest and deepest club face ever produced for one of their drivers. Each driver head was adjusted to the same loft, or as close as possible.
I wish they would give you the weights to see the difference in distance vs accuracy. For 2012, cleveland brings that old school looking driver back paired with new school performance. This is the same shaft that is in my launcher tl310. Shop our selection of wedges, putters and custom golf clubs. 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 12 different settings to choose from the cleveland 588 custom. This is a head cover for a golf driver club, and for me, that. Mar 06, 2012 when we first saw the new cleveland classic driver in personbetter yet, in sunlightwe were amazed. Jan 18, 2012 each model has a different weight to maximise feel and performance specifically for each golfer type. Its also part of the rightweight fitting system with an overall weight of 290 grams, the classic 290 is ideal for a wide range of players seeking a strong combination of distance and. Billy bobs golf has designed and patented new parts for the golf industry since 1995. Oct 11, 2012 i hit a whole bunch of drivers for a few hours a few weeks ago, and i would take a cleveland 310 over pretty much anything. Club speed and head weight are the only factors that matter in terms of total distance. And with the 4th generation rotex face, youll have the spin to attack any pin.
The heads are the same weight tour vs 290 so swingweights are the same between the heads. Im assuming this is cleveland s attempt at delivering this lighter club technology. Right weight fitting drivers are designed for the optimal feel for every type of golfer. Tour issue cleveland classic 290 9 driver head excellent. Cleveland classic 290 driver discount prices for golf. 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. We are clubmakers designing, developing and producing parts for clubmakers. Its also part of the rightweight fitting system with an overall weight of 310 grams, the classic tour is ideal for powerful players that demand tourcaliber workability and. Since he already had enough height on his drives, jason was able to slide the m1 460s back track weight all the way forward to decrease spin. Cleveland golf is a top manufacturer of high quality, golf clubs for men and women.
The following driver specification information has been compiled from product brochures, golf magazines, and from inquiries to the manufacturers. The classic tour driver has a smaller club head that measures. The classic 290 has a unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers. The company got its start under the leadership of namesake roger cleveland, who founded the company in 1979. Lychee golf head covers for driver and fairway woo. I hit five shots with each driver on trackman iv, and to ensure as much of an applestoapples comparison as possible, i tested each driver head with the same shaft. The head is shipped with a square face angle and a standard lie angle of 61.
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