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. Fitting message the classics continue with cleveland as their classiclooking clubs with todays technology hit the market running. Cleveland classic 270 driver cleveland drivers golfbidder. With that in mind, the cleveland classic 270 driver is a beautiful blend of old and new. 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. Golf accessories ping accessories grips hats shafts gloves wrenches umbrellas. This means its engineered for maximum head speed, but its traditionallyweighted 460cc clubhead also provides amazing forgiveness. Cleveland created their second version of the classic driver, this time they went with the giant black persimmon looking head. I got this cleveland classic in a 9 degree with a stiff shaft and i am getting 290 off the tee now.
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. That accounts for mare than half of the total weight differential between the two models. Cleveland classic driver measured 310 yards with 39g shaft. I loved the retro look of the original classic, and i think the classic xl custom looks just as good, not as pure retro, but still cool. Sep 20, 2012 so i am trying to chose between these two drivers. The cleveland classic 270 driver is one of the coolestlooking efforts by cleveland to date. Retro looks and modern technology combine to make the cleveland golf classic 270 driver.
Im looking to replace my mx560 with a cleveland classic driver this winter and i think im probably going with the 270. The most advanced combination of style and performance in a driver includes a retro look, ultralite technology and the largest, deepest face ever produced by cleveland golf. Cleveland sl 290 driver the cleveland sl 290 driver has clubfitting and ultralite technologies that are emerging as the new paradigms in golf and sets the standard for a comprehensive driver. Driver seniors flex graphite shaft golf clubs, cleveland driver golf clubs, seniors flex driver golf clubs, cobra driver seniors golf clubs, miyazaki graphite golf club shafts, driver graphite shaft golf clubs 12 loft, taylormade driver graphite shaft golf club shafts, cleveland seniors golf clubs, cleveland 1wood driver golf clubs, miyazaki. What it does have is a very good quality miyazaki c. You get to try it when, where, and how you want for two weeks before deciding if you want to buy it or not.
Wedgesirons with excessive sole wear, groove wear, chrome wear, andor dings. Strongstepped and double strongstepped custom configurations are also available for these shafts. Shop our selection of wedges, putters and custom golf clubs. The shaft is too light for my strength, transition and swing speed. Apr 24, 2011 always take your current driver with you so you can compare. The cleveland launcher ultralite xl270 driver has one of the lightest shafts and combined club weights we have come across in a standard 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. For all custom iron shafts, traditional softstepping and strongstepping custom configurations are available. The cleveland classic xl custom driver is available in lofts of 7. But would really like to get some opinions as to which of the two would be better. The cleveland xl270 driver has the miyazaki 39 series, which is the lightest shaft ever played on the pga tour. Combined with a 192 gram head and a 26 gram winn lite grip, you can gain. Custom build lengths are the same as standard build lengths.
But, once you do tee up, youll see this club is as modern as they comethats. Mar 06, 2012 when we first saw the new cleveland classic driver in personbetter yet, in sunlightwe were amazed. They made their debut at the 2011 pga merchandise show and have since been aiding the driver market in their own weight loss initiative. Although the shaft is stiff it doesnt feel as stiff as other stiff shaft drivers. Always take your current driver with you so you can compare. Cleveland golf is a top manufacturer of high quality, golf clubs for men and women. The 270 is also available in a draw version, with heel biased weighting and a. It has a pearshaped profile with the largest, deepest club face ever produced by cleveland golf. The latest driver we tried that features adjustability is the allnew cleveland classic xl custom. Even off center hits flew far, and my average distance went up by 1015 yards. Most of the remaining weight is added or removed in the aftermarket miyazaki shaft used.
They paired that with an ultralight 40g grip to create a driver that produces higher clubhead speeds, which of course translates to higher ball. To this day, he pretty much compares all drivers to that club even though he still thinks it looks kind of stupid. 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. Kua 39r special edition shaft that seemed to complement the driver and my swing perfectly. Apr 20, 2012 the shaft is too light for my strength, transition and swing speed. This is their first adjustable driver, so were curious to know whats so different about it. The look of the cleveland classic might be my favorite looking driver in the last 4.
Uncut shaft length this shaft configuration is designed to maximize performance for the cg launcher cbx and cg launcher hb iron sets. The head is shipped with a square face angle and a standard lie angle of 61. The launcher hb fairways and hybrids both feature the hibore crown and flexfins. Cleveland launcher ultralite xl 270, sl 290, tl 310. The total club weight is 285 grams with a 45inch stock shaft, giving it a swing weight of d5. 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 gold sole plate, mahogany paint, classic shape and deep face create a stunning look.
Driver sales fairway wood sales hybrid sales iron set sales single iron sales wedge sales putter sales all deals. I have used a taylormade driver for the last 10 years and loved every minute of it, but after hitting the cleveland classic xl driver, i have been converted. Those of you who have just come to golf will know cleveland for wedges and putters, but. My powerful push or push draw of 280 yards with the tm is sacrificed for a weak glancing blow with this substandard piece of equipmentthe cleveland classic. Club weighs 270 grams 192 grams in the head, 26 in the grip, which produces ball speeds 4 to 5 mph faster than some traditional 315gram drivers.
In fact, there is a 21g difference between 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 xl custom also has an adjustable hosel and rear weight. 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. Most male golfers are wielding drivers that measure 45 to 48 inches, the maximum allowed under the united states golf associations rules of golf. 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. I would like to replace my cleveland launcher 2009 12 degree driver ultralite shaft by design. Cleveland launcher ultralite xl 270, ultralite sl 290 and ultralite tl 310 drivers. In other words, it felt light a d2 swingweight but balanced and easy to swing. I believe the headweight of the 270 and 290 is the same but the 270 has a lighter shaft a lighter grip.
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. The launcher xl270 driver one three new ultralite drivers released by cleveland golf in 2011. The classic 290 has a unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers. The face on the cleveland classic 270 driver sits square at address than the 290 which was a little closed. May 06, 20 i wont name any names on that topic, but the cleveland classic xl custom driver performs as well, if not better than it looks. 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.
Golf clubs with dents, cracks, shaft bag wear, badly scratched heads, andor rattle in head. Apr 23, 2014 with that in mind, the cleveland classic 270 driver is a beautiful blend of old and new. Currently play cleveland classic 290, miyazaki kusala x61 extra stiff i forget which colour it is. The look of the cleveland classic might be my favorite looking driver in the last 4 of 5 years. 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. Cleveland golf introduces the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver the classic 270. Get the best deals on cleveland golf club shafts when you shop the largest online selection at. There is also a 270 version that is 20 grams lighter and has an inch longer 45 gram shaft.
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. Unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers. Cleveland golf introduces the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver. 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. Cleveland 290 classic driver the cleveland 290 classic driver is the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver. 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. This titanium driver has a pearshaped profile with the. Cleveland driver graphite shaft golf clubs for sale ebay. Part of cleveland golfs right weight series drivers that fit the right clubhead for every player powered by the lightest shaft ever played on the pga tour, the miyazaki c. On the course the cleveland classic driver is a joy to hit. The cleveland classic driver is engineered with ultralite technology, helping players generate increased head speed and distance with the same swing effort.
The launcher ultralite family consists of four distinct driver models, each of which has been strategically engineered to deliver a unique combination of. Changed from a ping i15 with pings standard stiff shaft. The launcher xl270 is among the lightest drivers in golf powered by the lightest shaft ever played on the pga tour, the miyazaki c. Cleveland classic 270 12 driver miyazaki 39a graphite. Although the mechanics of the classic family are pretty similar, the different weights can help compensate for swing problems. Traditional pearshaped profile in a club head inspires confidence at address and allows for shotshaping control. 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. At first glance the classic xl custom stands out for its intense black.
I loved the retro look of the original classic, and i think the classic xl custom looks. This shaft configuration is designed to maximize performance for the cg. Clevland drivers 270 290 310 general equipment talk. 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. Whether youre looking for a classic cleveland driver or a modern model, like the launcher hb. Whether youre looking for a classic cleveland driver or a modern model, like the launcher hb, weve got you covered be sure to check out our selection of used cleveland drivers as well. Kua 39 series engineered for maximum head speed, but its traditionally weighted 460cc clubhead also provides amazing forgiveness. 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. Features and benefits of the cleveland classic 270 driver. 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. The driver will be offered in both 270 and 290 grams versions. Year club model shaft description shaft manufacture flex shaft wt. This titanium driver has a pearshaped profile with the largest, deepest club face ever produced by.
Find golf club tradein and resales values for over 4000 models of used golf clubs at the pga value guide, from leading manufacturers such as callaway. Aug 20, 2015 using trackman my idea was to test the same golfer, clubhead and golf ball, but change the shaft length. Get the best deals on cleveland driver graphite shaft golf clubs when you shop the largest online selection. Jan 14, 20 the cleveland classic xl custom driver is available in lofts of 7.
This classic full sole design is stable on full shots and adds extra bounce on open face shots, perfect for sand or thick rough. 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. No, but it probably could be with an even lighter shaft and grip, or if we tried the 270g version. May 15, 2012 with weight saved in a progressive manner to produce an incredibly lightweight, but fully featured driver with desirable retro looks, the cleveland golf classic 270 driver is a must for your golf. For 2012, cleveland brings that old school looking driver back paired with new school performance. Cleveland launcher xl 270 driver 12 degree miyazaki 39a. No reason other than it should give me the highest clubhead speed and the most distance. Cleveland golf xl270 driver discount prices for golf equipment. It initially felt a little shorter shaft wise, but the control that shorter length shaft. The cleveland classic tour driver is new for 2012 and boosts an array of cool shaft. Cleveland worked with mitsubishi to develop a slightly longer 45. Cleveland golf xl270 driver discount prices for golf. The 199g head and the 43g shaft seemed to complement themselves perfectly with the grip, the driver rounds out at around 290g total. Cleveland classic xl driver, classic xl custom driver.
Mar, 2014 matt, i presently have cleveland gliderail hybrids 2,3,4 senior flex from i think 2014. But if you want to go even lighter, cleveland does make a 270g version or if the. On the old side of the ledger is the look that cleveland has given this driver. I took my current driver, which is the titleist d3 8. With a unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers, the classic 270 has a pear. The standard length of a driver for men used to be 43. The 270 gram club has a 39 gram shaft in it that is also an inch longer than normal at 46 and a quarter inches. After much toing and froing i want to pick one of these over all the other drivers i have investigated. With many great drivers on the market for 20, i put the cleveland classic xl custom driver right at the top. However, in the 21st century a standard driver is considered to be 45 inches. I chose it because it drastically reduced my spin rate.
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