I have a tm driver thats 9 years old with miles on it, yet the sole is much much better condition. Callaway xr driver tested by handicapped golfer subscribe to rick shiels golf pga. Apr 22, 2015 callaways xr driver was voted a 2015 gear trials. I tested a 9 degree head, but was able to launch the ball quite quickly like it was a 10 degree driver. Its more affordable than the big bertha alpha 815 driver and will likely be a better option for golfers who dont need the extra adjustability that the 815 provides. Both clubs also utilize aerodynamic modifications to the head, but only the xr has callaways speed step crown. Our improved face cup technology provides outrageous ball speed all across the face. The standard callaway xr is the 460cc version that comes with a 46 long project x lz shaftwow, 46 long. Photography by michael chini finding the perfect driver for you should be your new gears resolution. Its a blend of distance technologies led by high ball speed and more efficient energy transfer. Ive been a taylormade guy for past 5 years, using r9, r11s, r1 as well as ive tried titleist 9 d3, nike vaper pro. The xr irons are the first high speed, cavity back, cupface iron.
Next week, callaway golf will be releasing its newest driver, the xr16 on 129. While the x2 hot driver performed well it wasnt a leap forward compared to the original model. Unlike the last few drivers callaway has released, the xr has no gravity core, no moveable weights or any other centre of gravity cg moving technology. I tested a 9 degree head, but was able to launch the ball quite. The callaway xr driver has a drastic new look and technology to back up the new go faster appearance as this driver has been built to deliver speed and forgiveness. I havent been around alll that long so i havent seen all the product releases of the past which may give light to the future. Its speed from an aerodynamic crown, speed from an rmoto face and speed from maximum shaft load. The callaway xr driver will have a playing length of 46 inches. Callaway mens xr driver, graphite, right hand, regular flex, 12degree 4 out of 5 stars 79. The story of callaway golf begins with the companys founder and namesake ely callaway, a. As is the case with other clubs in the xr family, these irons are built to produce high ball speeds.
Social team takeover with hashtag, matt, and intern michael shipshow may 31, 2019. It also sits squarer at address and if i was basing a decision purely on head style then i would probably go for the pro version. Fuse forgiveness and speed by teeing up the xr 16 driver. A next generation rmoto face constructed of lighter and thinner ti 64 material optimizes ball speed and forgiveness. It was considered one of the top7 drivers currently available by our 2015. The callaway xr irons are solid game improvement irons but arent a significant leap forward from the x hot or x2 hot irons great feel. Golf clubs with dents, cracks, shaft bag wear, badly scratched heads, andor rattle in head. Some players will benefit from the higherlaunching. Read on to find out what you need to know about these golf irons to make an informed purchase. New forged hyper speed face cup up to 36% thinner and a larger sweet spot for greater distance and forgiveness. But there was nothing like 2015 xr driver with my trusted shaft, tour ad.
Does anyone think they will release a steelhead xr driver to go along with the irons and fairways. This driver follows up on last years popular xr model. A fast, aerodynamic shape and allnew speed step crown combine to deliver more clubhead speed, and the new rmoto face. I really enjoy the matte finish, no glare in the sun and outstanding contrast to the golf ball. It was considered one of the top7 drivers currently available by our 2015 gear trials panel. I was able to get my hands on the xr16 today, and compared it to the xr. The callaway xr driver adjustments do not have the depth of adjustability as the big bertha models but having the ability to change lie, loft and shaft affects performance. Neither drivers are as adjustable as callaway s big bertha alpha 815 drivers. If youre familiar with callaways xr family, the story behind the xr irons wont surprise you. It helped danny willett and henrik stenson to major championship victories in 2016. Jan 20, 2016 next week, callaway golf will be releasing its newest driver, the xr16 on 129.
The callaway xr driver is a great offering from callaway, ideal for midtohigh handicappers looking for more forgiveness without sacrificing distance. Rated 3 out of 5 by anonymous from xr 2015 driver ive ordered other clubs in the average condition cat. Apr 04, 2015 callaway xr driver tested by handicapped golfer. Model, loft, availability, standard length, lie, cc, swing weight. We test a lot of golf clubs each year and the xr is a stand out for 2015. The callaway xr driver is a forgiving, light weight driver geared towards creating lots of ball speed and promoting a draw.
It took me 5 drivers to find the one in my bag, 2015 xr driver. In order to make it lower spinning, the callaway xr pro 16 driver has a more traditional shape with a taller face than the standard model to make it more compact. I was able to dial in the head loft exactly into my sweet zone with a few simple adjustments. It is an attractive looking driver for callaway, but the shaft length is too long at 46 inches you can order it at 4545. The callaway xr driver replaces the very successful x2 hot driver and it has a lot to live up to as the previous model was one of the best selling drivers in the market unlike the. The xr pro driver has noticeably lower spin than the xr. Those of you looking for a balanced combination of distance and forgiveness will be more likely to find it with one of the big bertha alpha models. Buy new and used callaway xr driver from the best golf shop. The callaway xr pro driver will feature most of the same technologies used in the xr driver with a few minor.
May 26, 2015 neither drivers are as adjustable as callaways big bertha alpha 815 drivers. The combination of advanced aerodynamics, the rmoto technology, thin face, optimized weight, and adjustability combine to deliver a driver that hits fast and far with plenty of forgiveness. After several swings of the driver, i put the titleist in the bag of clubs collecting dust in the garage. Callaways most forgiving head shape features a lighter speed step crown and bigger footprint for unprecedented club head speed and confidence at address. Callaway 2015 xr driver headcover blueredwhite ebay. In order to make it lower spinning, the callaway xr pro 16 driver has a more traditional shape with a taller face than the standard model to. Callaway xr driver tested by handicapped golfer youtube. They have been followed up by the callaway xr driver for 2015. Some players will benefit from the higherlaunching standard edition, while others will see the most gains from the lower spinning pro driver. Shop the full collection of callaway xr clubs online today at dick s sporting goods. The xr has a 46inch stock shaft length that will be too long for many golfers.
Not just the longest name in golf, our test results suggest big bertha alpha 815 double. When i switched from my titleist 905t to the callaway x2 hot hot, hot, i buried my face in my hands, wondering if i would ever hit the ball as long as i did. Details about callaway 2015 xr pro driver 9 graphite 6. But we are seeing a lot of tour player switching to the epic. Instead, callaway made its crown of forged composite, an ultralight carbon material. The callaway xr driver is a forgiving, light weight driver geared towards creating lots of ball speed and promoting a draw introduction. Callaways xr driver doesnt have all the adjustability of the companys big bertha alpha. Find golf club tradein and resales values for over 4,000 models of used golf clubs at the pga value guide, from leading manufacturers such as callaway, taylormade, taylor made, titleist.
Reviews by mike chwasky, mark dee and brendan mohler. While the big bertha drivers are the flagships of the callaway line, the x series has always been the workhorse. At a midlevel price, theyve delivered forgiveness and distance to golfers for years. Given that these are the two most important aspects in a driver, most players agree that the callaway xr works for them. Callaway mens xr driver, graphite, left hand, regular flex, 10. Condition scale please choose one new never played, no outside. Both clubs also utilize aerodynamic modifications to the head, but only the xr has callaway s speed step crown. The callaway xr driver is by far the best driver i have ever owned. Callaway xr collection curbside pickup available at dicks. Its speed from an aerodynamic crown, speed from an rmoto face and.
Introducing xr drivers golf digest 2015 hot list gold medal winner. This one actually came as a request in the comments section on our youtube channel. Jan 14, 2015 the callaway xr driver replaces the very successful x2 hot driver and it has a lot to live up to as the previous model was one of the best selling drivers in the market. Jan 29, 2015 the callaway xr driver adjustments do not have the depth of adjustability as the big bertha models but having the ability to change lie, loft and shaft affects performance. The xr pro driver is another big step forward in our ongoing pursuit of speed for better players.
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