Nov 26, 2015 cleveland have combined old and new for their classic driver. The latest driver we tried that features adjustability is the allnew cleveland classic xl custom. I was playing the 910 d2 prior, i find the cc has a more solid feel and definitely more muted or. Gday, just wondering if many out there have tried or are using one of these drivers.
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. Jaw the feel is lovely, but i got a very loopy flight from the shaft. I figured i can swing the club pretty well, but not keeganbradleywell, so lets just meet in the middle. Cleveland classic 290 driver discount prices for golf equipment. The company got its start under the leadership of namesake roger cleveland, who founded the company in 1979. Cleveland is reentering the driver market with the launcher hb, a featherweight piece of lumber designed to help casual players hit higher, straighter drives. We tried the cleveland classic 290 driver, but theres also a cleveland classic 270 driver along with cleveland classic 310g tour version, as well the 270g being the superlightweight option for far more clubhead speed, the 310g being suited to faster swingers who desire added maneuverability. Features and benefits of the cleveland classic 290 driver. 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 2006 wseries hi bore hybrid womens hi bore hybrid silver graphite womens 75. Be sure to check out our selection of used cleveland drivers as well. The launcher xl270 driver one three new ultralite drivers released by cleveland golf in 2011. There is also a 270 version that is 20 grams lighter and has an inch longer 45 gram shaft.
Still for shorterheight players, the 270, which measures a lengthy. Very forgiving, great stock shaft miyazaki c kua and huge face. Clevland drivers 270 290 310 general equipment talk. The cleveland classic 290 driver is one of the coolestlooking efforts by cleveland to date. Cleveland classic 290 driver 9 degrees tour issue 61x miyazaki. The gold sole plate, mahogany paint, classic shape and deep face create a stunning look. Availability for the cleveland classic driver is spring 2012. It is that time of year where us folders want to trade for the latest and greatest, but i have a hard time believing that the new clubs are that much better than what i have. Recent cleveland drivers are all derived from their earlier models. 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. Uncut shaft length this shaft configuration is designed to maximize performance for the cg launcher cbx and cg launcher hb iron sets. Im looking to replace my mx560 with a cleveland classic driver this winter and i think im probably going with the 270.
I hated the last generation cleveland ultralights and was not fan of the dst, but with the classics and cg black i think they really have a winner. At 290 grams total weight, this driver was engineered for distance and control. Cleveland classic new leather 270 290 310 driver 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. So between the deep forgiving face and standard stock length, this driver was a. 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 head is shipped with a square face angle and a standard lie angle of 61. 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. The cleveland classic driver is engineered with ultralite technology, helping players generate increased head speed and distance with the same swing effort. Page 1 of 2 cleveland classic drivers posted in golf equipment.
The first thing i noticed when i saw cleveland golfs new line of drivers was the old school look of the club. 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. 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. 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 think overall they did a nice job with the drivers and the stock shaft offering. Buy left handed cleveland drivers at great prices on. At first, the sl290 and tl310 drivers looked pretty similar. The launcher sl290 weighs in at 25 grams less than the average driver in the market. 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 were popular decades ago. I caught this one a little out toward the toe but it gave me a nice mid height draw. 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. Extremely deep face approaches the usga limit for height of a golf club, providing larger.
Their sister company miyazaki will be providing all the shafts for their new sticks which is a nice touch. With the shorter driver his consistency was immediately improved, and it was time to dial in the right shaft. About the manufacturer based in huntington beach, california, cleveland golf is a company that enjoys a strong presence on the pga tour and competitive tours worldwide. Cleveland 2011 xl270, sl290, tl310 drivers first look. Cleveland classic 290 driver 9 graphite stiff right handed 45. 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. Cleveland golf was the first brand to release a 460cc driver when the launcher 460 hit retail in 2003. Youve all probably seen a bunch in the store and held them up close and gotten drool on them. Cleveland driver graphite shaft golf clubs for sale ebay. As i learned more however, there is nothing old school about the technology behind the cleveland classic driver. Golf clubs with dents, cracks, shaft bag wear, badly scratched heads, andor rattle in head. Clevelands new premium driver for 20, the classic xl custom, is the companys first adjustable driver. Dec 11, 20 while other companies have gone away from that message only to bring it back later, cleveland has continued shaving grams off their clubs to bring regular golfers the most distance possible. Im assuming this is clevelands attempt at delivering this lighter club technology.
There are 2 options for club weight with the 290 version having a standard length shaft which will be the one for better players. Even off center hits flew far, and my average distance went up by 1015 yards. Discussion cleveland classic drivers 290 vs tour 310 title. Unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers. The total club weight is 285 grams with a 45inch stock shaft, giving it a swing weight of d5. Cleveland classic 290 driver discount prices for golf. Traditional pearshaped profile in a club head inspires confidence at address and allows for shotshaping control. Despite the old school looks, there is a lot of technology at play from the speed slot curve on the cleveland 290 of the head to the ultralite miyazaki shaft. Get the best deals on cleveland driver graphite shaft golf clubs when you shop the largest online selection at. Get the best deals on cleveland driver graphite shaft golf clubs when you shop the. The citys population was 46,238 at the 2010 census. In addition to their hibore driver and other new, innovative drivers, they have gone back to their roots producing classically styled drivers.
Originally cleveland filled a niche market producing high quality replicas of classic golf clubs from the 1940s and 1950s but soon became regarded as. The latest driver from cleveland golf is the 588 altitude. It reminds me a giant persimmon driver, which harkens me back to those early years of playing golf. Visit for lots of product info and specs and to tradein your clubs and buy new and used. Cleveland golf introduces the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver. Wedgesirons with excessive sole wear, groove wear, chrome wear, andor dings. The cleveland classic driver will be available in retail locations on feb 17, 2012. The taylormade fitters recommended brian try a shorter driver. This means even higher swing speeds making the sl faster and longer. No reason other than it should give me the highest clubhead speed and the most distance. Cleveland golf started off as a company known for producing exquisite replicas of classic golf clubs from the 1940s and 1950s. Even my playing partners, who arent into clubs at all 2 were still playing the old.
Cleveland classic 290 driver cleveland drivers golfbidder. 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. What we thought i like the tall, retro head it looks fantastic but i just couldnt get on with the shaft. The launcher hb features a new hibore crown design which moves the centre of gravity low and deep, promoting a highlaunch, lowspin trajectory and of course, a 460cc profile. Dont forget to check out all of the latest from thp tv the latest to come out of cleveland golf hits stores in 2012. To this day, he pretty much compares all drivers to that club even though he still thinks it looks kind of stupid. Cleveland proudly introduces a retro look with their classic line of drivers. Cleveland classic driver for sale in uk view 56 ads. I chose it because it drastically reduced my spin rate. Find great deals on ebay for cleveland driver and cleveland launcher driver. This driver is for those who appreciate finely crafted driver design and wish to advance their games through the latest innovative technology. Cleveland 290 classic driver the cleveland 290 classic driver is the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver. New discount cleveland classic 290 driver hurricane golf. For those that have experience with the xl tour, the classic 290 still has that.
Get the best deals on cleveland driver golf club heads when you shop the largest online selection at. Currently play cleveland classic 290, miyazaki kusala x61 extra stiff i forget which colour it is. Cleveland classic driver measured 310 yards with 39g shaft. Cleveland heights is a city in cuyahoga county, ohio, united states, and an innerring suburb of cleveland. Changed from a ping i15 with pings standard stiff shaft. 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. It has a pearshaped profile with the largest, deepest club face ever produced by cleveland golf. Mar 24, 2014 thanks to cleveland, for over a year now i have had to endure matt yammer on about how great a driver the classic is. The look of the cleveland classic might be my favorite looking driver in the last 4 of 5 years. 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.
The classic 290 has a unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers. The cleveland classic driver is an all titanium driver cleveland 290 delivers great performance with a retro style. The end result is a classically beautiful driver that meets todays distance demands. The face on the cleveland classic 270 driver sits square at address than the 290 which was a little closed. In short, the cleveland classic 290 is for anyone who plays the game. The 199g head and the 43g shaft seemed to complement themselves perfectly with the grip, the driver rounds out at around 290g total. I picked one up recently and just found it pretty amazing for my game anyway. I purchased the head only and then fitted it with a grafalloy prolaunch red shaft and it has been a fantastic driver. Jan 14, 20 the cleveland classic xl custom driver is available in lofts of 7. 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. Looks i dont need to elaborate on all the aesthetics of this club.
See photos collection only from north leeds no postage. Kua 43 cleveland 290 shaft and lamkin superlite 36g grip. This is their first adjustable driver, so were curious to know whats so different about it. 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. They made their debut at the 2011 pga merchandise show and have since been aiding the driver market in their own weight loss initiative. 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. Cleveland 270 classic driver the cleveland 270 classic driver is the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver. Selling a cleveland classic driver 9 in excellent condition only used the once so like new.
Is that the combined weight of the shaft, grip and head. Oct 11, 2012 if your swing speed is over 100 then you probably will find the classic 290 as long as the cg black at which point its a nobrainier i think. Our friends over at and golfspy x wanted to give the mgs readers the exclusive first look of the new lineup for cleveland golf this year. This is a head cover for a golf driver club, and for me, that driver is also a cleveland classic. Youd imagine that, with a proper shaft in it, this would be fantastic. It all adds up to faster drives for more distance off every tee. The classic 290 has a total club weight of 290 grams. Kua 39r special edition shaft that seemed to complement the driver and my swing perfectly. The new launcher hb turbo driver features a turbocharged cup face, ultralight hosel, redesigned hibore crown, deep weighting sole pad and a counterbalanced shaft. For 2012, cleveland brings that old school looking driver back paired with new school performance. Cleveland have combined old and new for their classic driver. Although the mechanics of the classic family are pretty similar, the different weights can help compensate for swing problems. Because the classic driver is a low spin club, i suggest hitting this one before you buy. Cleveland boasts the largest and deepest club face ever produced for one of their drivers.
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