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. Cleveland golf introduces the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver. I would like to replace my cleveland launcher 2009 12 degree driver ultralite shaft by design. The cleveland classic 270 driver is one of the coolestlooking efforts by cleveland to date. Cleveland launcher hb driver 2019 on sale carls golfland. Features and benefits of the cleveland launcher xl 270 460 cc driver. Aerotech traditional flex raw weight tip od butt od torque trajectory units g in deg steelfiber i70 r 74 0. Very forgiving, great stock shaft miyazaki c kua and huge face. The driver will be offered in both 270 and 290 grams versions. Im keenly interested in this new driver with a 40gr.
I got this cleveland classic in a 9 degree with a stiff shaft and i am getting 290 off the tee now. The classic 290 finished as runner up for most forgiving driver ceding the award to its counterpart, the cleveland cg black. Shop new and used cleveland drivers from the fantastic selection available at 2nd swing. Cleveland 270 classic driver the cleveland 270 classic driver is the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver.
I presently have a cleveland dst tour but definitely going to change to the tl310, best driver cleveland has brought out in years. The face promotes a hot, penetrating ball flight, while maxcor2. May 15, 2012 retro looks and modern technology combine to make the cleveland golf classic 270 driver. Year club model shaft description shaft manufacture flex shaft wt. The cleveland xl270 driver has the miyazaki 39 series, which is the lightest shaft ever played on the pga tour. The 199g head and the 43g shaft seemed to complement themselves perfectly with the grip, the driver rounds out at around 290g total.
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. This is the same shaft that is in my launcher tl310. 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. The launcher xl270 extra light, 270 grams is among the lightest drivers in golf beating last years cleveland launcher dst driver by 22 grams. The taylormade fitters recommended brian try a shorter driver. It all adds up to faster drives for more distance off every tee. Cleveland golf xl270 driver discount prices for golf. The first thing i noticed when i saw cleveland golfs new line of drivers was the old school look of the club. All cleveland classic drivers have a beautiful brasscolored face.
A lighter driver like the cleveland classic 270 would fit nicely. 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. The cleveland classic driver is engineered with ultralite technology, helping players generate increased head speed and distance with the same swing effort. 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. This gives you have higher launch and more carry distance. For this test, cleveland golf sent me a classic 290 driver 7.
Cleveland classic 270 driver discount golf drivers. Upon our first trial, we found this driver to perform exceptionally well. Although the mechanics of the classic family are pretty similar, the different weights can help compensate for swing problems. Be sure to check out our selection of used cleveland drivers as well. 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. Apr 24, 2011 always take your current driver with you so you can compare. The classic 270 has a total club weight of 270 grams. The 270 is also available in a draw version, with heel biased weighting. 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. 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 new cleveland classic 270 driver is appropriately named because of its pearshaped head and persimmonlike finish, complete with the appearance of a throwback metal face and sole plate.
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 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. No offset the classic 270 has no offset to promote control and shotshaping capabilities. Gday, just wondering if many out there have tried or are using one of these drivers. The cleveland classic 290 proved to be a surprising fan favorite in terms of forgiveness, distance, and its classy finish.
In the summer i play to a 20 on a champion size course, mostly scrambles. On the old side of the ledger is the look that cleveland has given this driver. 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 face promotes a hot, penetrating ball flight, while maxcor2 technology provides maximum. Maxcor2 technology produces the maximum distance and forgiveness on hits not in the center of the face. The gold sole plate, mahogany paint, classic shape and deep face create a stunning look. Highlaunch the classic 270 features a deep and low cg to deliver penetrating ball flight. 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.
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. Mar, 2014 matt, i presently have cleveland gliderail hybrids 2,3,4 senior flex from i think 2014. Bottom line is that this driver is just easy to swing. Always take your current driver with you so you can compare. I picked one up recently and just found it pretty amazing for my game anyway. 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. In other words, it felt light a d2 swingweight but balanced and easy to swing. 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. 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. Fitting message the classics continue with cleveland as their classiclooking clubs with todays technology hit the market running. 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. Cleveland 290 classic driver the cleveland 290 classic driver is the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver. I was playing the 910 d2 prior, i find the cc has a more solid feel and definitely more.
My powerful push or push draw of 280 yards with the tm is sacrificed for a weak glancing blow with this substandard piece of. The face on the cleveland classic 270 driver sits square at address than the 290 which was a little closed. The hibore crown and launcher cup face create the largest sweet spot in golf. Retro looks and modern technology combine to make the cleveland golf classic 270 driver. The classic 290 has a unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers. Whether youre looking for a classic cleveland driver or a modern model, like the launcher hb, weve got you covered.
The driver had a stiff shaft and i was hitting it very straight, some shots had a nice draw. The cleveland launcher hb driver offers incredible ball speeds and more distance off the tee. Apr 23, 2014 with that in mind, the cleveland classic 270 driver is a beautiful blend of old and new. The right weight fitting system finds the right driver for every player, maximizing distance gains and overall playability.
Were not sure, but we hope to see this retrolookmodernday performance trend to continue. 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. I went down to 180 yards and went to a 47 length offset driver. 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.
For 2012, cleveland brings that old school looking driver back paired with new school performance. It has a pearshaped profile with the largest, deepest club face ever produced by cleveland golf. Discussion which cleveland golf classic driver, the 270 or the 290. There is also a 270 version that is 20 grams lighter and has an inch longer 45 gram shaft. This titanium driver has a pearshaped profile with the largest, deepest club face ever produced by. 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. The new launcher hb turbo driver features a turbocharged cup face, ultralight hosel, redesigned hibore crown, deep weighting sole pad and a counterbalanced shaft. 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 launcher xl270 is among the lightest drivers in golf and powered by the lightest shaft ever played on the pga tour the miyazaki c. Gold colored trapezoid in the center of the clubface also serves as an alignment aid. Weight has been removed from the club without sacrificing swingweight or flex profile. Clevland drivers 270 290 310 general equipment talk. There are 2 options for club weight with the 290 version having a standard length shaft which will be the one for better players. This is their first adjustable driver, so were curious to know whats so different about it.
I have a 2006 ti460 cleveland launcher, with the standard cleveland sliver aflex shaft, and the clubs length is 45. The classic is our favorite cleveland driver to date. Medium swing speeds are going to be served well with the 290. 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. Apr 20, 2012 but i lose some distance especially into the wind. No reason other than it should give me the highest clubhead speed and the most distance.
As i learned more however, there is nothing old school about the technology behind the cleveland classic driver. The cleveland xl270 driver is a solid, lightweight club that could be ideal for a smoothswinger. The launcher xl270 is among the lightest drivers in golf powered by the lightest shaft ever played on the pga tour, the miyazaki c. Highforgiveness the 270 features the largest effective hitting area ever produced in a driver by cleveland, maximizing forgiveness. I believe the headweight of the 270 and 290 is the same but the 270 has a lighter shaft a lighter grip. 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. Cleveland classic driver measured 310 yards with 39g 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. Its an inch and a half longer with a larger head, but weighs 90 grams less than my old one. 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. 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 look of the cleveland classic might be my favorite looking driver in the last 4 of 5 years. 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. 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. In addition to their hibore driver and other new, innovative drivers, they have gone back to their roots producing classically. Right weight fitting drivers are designed for the optimal feel for every type of golfer. With many great drivers on the market for 20, i put the cleveland classic xl custom driver right at the top. Players with a swing speed 110mph or higher risk overpowering their driver if it is too light. Its powered by the lightest shaft ever played on the pga tour, the miyazaki c. The classic name is also spot on for those who appreciate the ability to work the ball with a driver. 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. Apr 23, 2010 cleveland worked with mitsubishi to develop a slightly longer 45. On the course the cleveland classic driver is a joy to hit. Cleveland golf started off as a company known for producing exquisite replicas of classic golf clubs from the 1940s and 1950s.
With the shorter driver his consistency was immediately improved, and it was time to dial in the right shaft. Page 1 of 2 cleveland classic drivers posted in golf equipment. The shaft is too light for my strength, transition and swing speed. Although the shaft is stiff it doesnt feel as stiff as other stiff shaft drivers that i have owned. Cleveland launcher drivers feature an ultralightweight hosel design to keep weight low and deep. Cleveland launcher xl270 driver with regular graphite. As for the distance gains claimed for clevelands ultralite technology, im not convinced. At first glance the classic xl custom stands out for its. Im looking to replace my mx560 with a cleveland classic driver this winter and i think im probably going with the 270. This means its engineered for maximum head speed, but its traditionallyweighted 460cc clubhead also provides amazing forgiveness. Kua 39r special edition shaft that seemed to complement the driver and my swing perfectly.
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