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. For this test, cleveland golf sent me a classic 290 driver 7. 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. In addition to their hibore driver and other new, innovative drivers, they have gone back to their roots producing classically. Kua 39r special edition shaft that seemed to complement the driver and my swing perfectly. Highforgiveness the 270 features the largest effective hitting area ever produced in a driver by cleveland, maximizing forgiveness. Im keenly interested in this new driver with a 40gr. Retro looks and modern technology combine to make the cleveland golf classic 270 driver. A lighter driver like the cleveland classic 270 would fit nicely. As i learned more however, there is nothing old school about the technology behind the cleveland classic driver.
It has a pearshaped profile with the largest, deepest club face ever produced by cleveland golf. Mar, 2014 matt, i presently have cleveland gliderail hybrids 2,3,4 senior flex from i think 2014. I presently have a cleveland dst tour but definitely going to change to the tl310, best driver cleveland has brought out in years. Clevland drivers 270 290 310 general equipment talk. The right weight fitting system finds the right driver for every player, maximizing distance gains and overall playability. 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. Right weight fitting drivers are designed for the optimal feel for every type of golfer.
I was playing the 910 d2 prior, i find the cc has a more solid feel and definitely more. It all adds up to faster drives for more distance off every tee. My powerful push or push draw of 280 yards with the tm is sacrificed for a weak glancing blow with this substandard piece of. Jun 28, 2012 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. At first glance the classic xl custom stands out for its. Cleveland classic driver measured 310 yards with 39g shaft. I believe the headweight of the 270 and 290 is the same but the 270 has a lighter shaft a lighter grip. But for average golfers the shallowerfaced 588 altitude driver might be the ticket, as it can produce a higher launch and is designed to be more forgiving. Cleveland golf xl270 driver discount prices for golf.
The gold sole plate, mahogany paint, classic shape and deep face create a stunning look. The 199g head and the 43g shaft seemed to complement themselves perfectly with the grip, the driver rounds out at around 290g total. I got this cleveland classic in a 9 degree with a stiff shaft and i am getting 290 off the tee now. Although the shaft is stiff it doesnt feel as stiff as other stiff shaft drivers that i have owned. The face promotes a hot, penetrating ball flight, while maxcor2 technology provides maximum. The ultralight, 270 gram total weight of the classic 270 its one of the lightest drivers on the market is designed to maximize distance by maximizing club head speed, while the 290gram total weight of the classic 290 provides a good combination of distance and precision. Its an inch and a half longer with a larger head, but weighs 90 grams less than my old one. This is their first adjustable driver, so were curious to know whats so different about it.
Its powered by the lightest shaft ever played on the pga tour, the miyazaki c. Very forgiving, great stock shaft miyazaki c kua and huge face. The first thing i noticed when i saw cleveland golfs new line of drivers was the old school look of the club. Apr 20, 2012 but i lose some distance especially into the wind. 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. Medium swing speeds are going to be served well with the 290.
Apr 23, 2010 cleveland worked with mitsubishi to develop a slightly longer 45. The new launcher hb turbo driver features a turbocharged cup face, ultralight hosel, redesigned hibore crown, deep weighting sole pad and a counterbalanced shaft. 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. With many great drivers on the market for 20, i put the cleveland classic xl custom driver right at the top. Jan 18, 2012 there are 2 options for club weight with the 290 version having a standard length shaft which will be the one for better players. The launcher xl270 is among the lightest drivers in golf powered by the lightest shaft ever played on the pga tour, the miyazaki c. Year club model shaft description shaft manufacture flex shaft wt. This means its engineered for maximum head speed, but its traditionallyweighted 460cc clubhead also provides amazing forgiveness. May 15, 2012 retro looks and modern technology combine to make the cleveland golf classic 270 driver. Cleveland launcher hb driver 2019 on sale carls golfland. In my previous encounters with 270 gram drivers i i lost quite a bit of consistency but that doesnt seem to be the case with this driver. Discussion which cleveland golf classic driver, the 270 or the 290. I went down to 180 yards and went to a 47 length offset driver.
Im a very consistent and straight hitter but can use all the help i can get on distance since my typical drive is about 210 yards. For 2012, cleveland brings that old school looking driver back paired with new school performance. The cleveland xl270 driver is a solid, lightweight club that could be ideal for a smoothswinger. Oct 11, 2012 im looking to replace my mx560 with a cleveland classic driver this winter and i think im probably going with the 270. From the new perspective, it has all of the modern features that you would expect from a driver 460cc head, graphite shaft, aerodynamic engineering, and more. The 270 is also available in a draw version, with heel biased weighting. There is also a 270 version that is 20 grams lighter and has an inch longer 45 gram shaft. Designed with an appearance that harkens back to the wood persimmon drivers from the days of old, the classic 270 driver will start turning heads before you even tee up. The cleveland classic driver is engineered with ultralite technology, helping players generate increased head speed and distance with the same swing effort. The taylormade fitters recommended brian try a shorter driver. Cleveland launcher xl270 driver with regular graphite. Page 1 of 2 cleveland classic drivers posted in golf equipment.
The cleveland classic 270 driver is one of the coolestlooking efforts by cleveland to date. Were not sure, but we hope to see this retrolookmodernday performance trend to continue. 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. No reason other than it should give me the highest clubhead speed and the most distance. The classic 270 has a unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers and a pearshaped profile with the largest, deepest club face ever produced by cleveland golf. Having said that, i have finally replaced my burner 09 broke the shaft and the replacement shaft did not work as well with a cleveland ultralite 270 draw after comparing it with 4 other drivers on the golf digest hot list gold. Cleveland launcher drivers feature an ultralightweight hosel design to keep weight low and deep. The classic name is also spot on for those who appreciate the ability to work the ball with a driver. No offset the classic 270 has no offset to promote control and shotshaping capabilities. This gives you have higher launch and more carry distance. Cleveland golf started off as a company known for producing exquisite replicas of classic golf clubs from the 1940s and 1950s. Be sure to check out our selection of used cleveland drivers as well. Feb, 2014 as expected, cleveland staff members have gravitated toward the 588 custom driver because of its lower center of gravity that helps lower spin for maximum distance.
Gday, just wondering if many out there have tried or are using one of these drivers. The driver had a stiff shaft and i was hitting it very straight, some shots had a nice draw. The classic is our favorite cleveland driver to date. The driver will be offered in both 270 and 290 grams versions. Although the mechanics of the classic family are pretty similar, the different weights can help compensate for swing problems. The shaft is too light for my strength, transition and swing speed. The shaft in all black also looks great with the driver and is the perfect combination for my ability and the look that i prefer. I am thinking of reshafting this driver with a ust low carb aflex shaft which i was very pleased with in my previous driver a. Apr 23, 2014 with that in mind, the cleveland classic 270 driver is a beautiful blend of old and new. With a unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers, the classic 270 has a pearshaped profile with the largest, deepest club face ever produced by cleveland golf.
On the course the cleveland classic driver is a joy to hit. Highlaunch the classic 270 features a deep and low cg to deliver penetrating ball flight. Players with a swing speed 110mph or higher risk overpowering their driver if it is too light. Apr 24, 2011 always take your current driver with you so you can compare. Shop new and used cleveland drivers from the fantastic selection available at 2nd swing. Cleveland 290 classic driver the cleveland 290 classic driver is the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver. Mar 06, 2012 as for the shape and size, the classic is a traditional pearshaped driver with a deep clubface, two traits in driver design that have stood the test of time.
Gold colored trapezoid in the center of the clubface also serves as an alignment aid. In the summer i play to a 20 on a champion size course, mostly scrambles. A used cleveland golf xl 270 driver features an engineered head weight that falls within proper traditional range to ensure that the clubs has forgiveness and excellent energy transfer. I have a 2006 ti460 cleveland launcher, with the standard cleveland sliver aflex shaft, and the clubs length is 45. The hibore crown and launcher cup face create the largest sweet spot in golf. In other words, it felt light a d2 swingweight but balanced and easy to swing.
One or two of the other drivers approached the 290 in distance, but the cleveland was able to repeat more easily in distance and dispersion, and was the overall winner in distance. Cleveland classic 270 driver discount golf drivers. The classic 270 has a total club weight of 270 grams. 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 launcher xl270 extra light, 270 grams is among the lightest drivers in golf beating last years cleveland launcher dst driver by 22 grams. Weight has been removed from the club without sacrificing swingweight or flex profile. The look of the cleveland classic might be my favorite looking driver in the last 4 of 5 years. 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.
All cleveland classic drivers have a beautiful brasscolored face. I would like to replace my cleveland launcher 2009 12 degree driver ultralite shaft by design. Aerotech traditional flex raw weight tip od butt od torque trajectory units g in deg steelfiber i70 r 74 0. This is the same shaft that is in my launcher tl310. Always take your current driver with you so you can compare. Bottom line is that this driver is just easy to swing. On the old side of the ledger is the look that cleveland has given this driver. Features and benefits of the cleveland launcher xl 270 460 cc driver. Fitting message the classics continue with cleveland as their classiclooking clubs with todays technology hit the market running. The cleveland xl270 driver has the miyazaki 39 series, which is the lightest shaft ever played on the pga tour. Find the video on you tube about the miyazakisxrion cleveland factory in japan and see what goes into making the shafts and clubs i have a 270 39g stiff 10. There are 2 options for club weight with the 290 version having a standard length shaft which will be the one for better players. Im looking to replace my mx560 with a cleveland classic driver this winter and i think im probably going with the 270. Cleveland 270 classic driver the cleveland 270 classic driver is the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver.
The face on the cleveland classic 270 driver sits square at address than the 290 which was a little closed. For now, this club will remain in my bag because of its great feel, deep face for a great ball flight, its forgiveness and distance. They paired that with an ultralight 40g grip to create a driver that produces higher clubhead speeds, which of course translates to higher ball speeds, which of course further translate to more distance. With the shorter driver his consistency was immediately improved, and it was time to dial in the right shaft. Whether youre looking for a classic cleveland driver or a modern model, like the launcher hb, weve got you covered.
The face promotes a hot, penetrating ball flight, while maxcor2. As for the distance gains claimed for clevelands ultralite technology, im not convinced. The launcher xl270 is among the lightest drivers in golf and powered by the lightest shaft ever played on the pga tour the miyazaki c. The classic 290 has a unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers.
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