Cleveland created their second version of the classic driver, this time they went with the giant black persimmon looking head. The cleveland classic xl custom driver is available in lofts of 7. 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 is the newest member of great cleveland drivers og launcher, launcher comp, hibore xlxl tour and now the classic. Gone is the extremely bold persimmon design that proved to be somewhat polarizing. Cleveland hibore xl driver featuring a facecentered sweetspot for greater distance from anywhere on the clubface mens clubs equipment. 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. Cleveland also positioned the cog in the optimal location for a higher, more penetrating ball flight. Dont be fooled that because this driver isnt as big as some others on the market, it wont be as forgiving as some others. Cleveland have combined old and new for their classic driver.
For 2012, cleveland brings that old school looking driver back paired with new school performance. The cleveland classic xl custom is arguably the underappreciated workhorse of our test. The thing is a clydesdale without the affiliation to lousy beer. The classic xl driver has the largest and deepest club face of any driver in golf, and an even larger sweet spot for. The technology that provides the extra distance may. Dont be fooled by its classiclooks, this driver will explode off the clubface for massive distance off the tee. 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.
There are dozens of newer golf club drivers on the market. Cleveland classic xl custom driver cleveland drivers. The gold sole plate, mahogany paint, classic shape and deep face create a stunning look. Dont be fooled by its classic looks, this driver will explode off the clubface for massive distance off the tee. 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. Mark crossfield hits the cleveland classic xl custom driver from cleveland golf and talks about this deep headed golf driver. I loved the retro look of the original classic, and i think the classic xl custom looks. Adjustable hosel can be moved to one of 12 different settings for optimal face angle and flight. The first thing you notice with the cleveland classic xl driver is the very deep face. We can customize any callaway golf club, even if it wasnt purchased at. The 588tt tour trajectory irons also have constant blade height and progressive length but are. Tall with a swing speed between 8490 mph with larger hands l or xl adult golf glove. Availability for the cleveland classic driver is spring 2012. This means its engineered for maximum head speed, but its traditionallyweighted 460cc clubhead also provides amazing forgiveness.
I hit the cleveland classic xl driver and 3w today at golfsmith and both of them are beauties. Its everything im looking for in a driver low spin, solid, neutral biased, long and forgiving. If you look at the cleveland classic xl you will see the biggest black face on the market. As is suggested by the name, the 588 custom is intended to be precisely fit to your particular game, an adjustable driver that provides plenty of options. Clevelands new premium driver for 20, the classic xl custom, is the companys first adjustable driver. Their sister company miyazaki will be providing all the shafts for their new sticks which is a nice touch.
One youve picked your setting using the table provided with the driver instructions seen on our 588 custom driver news page, you simply screw the clubhead back on and. The cleveland classic 270 driver is one of the coolestlooking efforts by cleveland to date. Be sure to check out our selection of used cleveland drivers as well. Apart from telling us they liked the classic looks duh, the truth is there wasnt much conversation about the classic. Cleveland driver graphite shaft golf clubs for sale ebay. 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. Theres also a very faint alignment dot above the sweet spot on the crown, which is a little hard to see, even in direct sunlight. The shaft length is based on the golfers height, arm length and posture. 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. General driver length to height guidelines are as follows. The abbreviation xl has different meanings within the golf world. 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.
This is their first adjustable driver, so were curious to know whats so different about it. Features and benefits of the 20 cleveland classic xl custom driver. If you are looking for irons for juniors that are transitioning from kids golf clubs. Buy new and used cleveland classic xl driver from the best golf shop. Headlining clevelands 20 driver line is the all new classic xl and its bringing a slightly different feel and look along with the technology that has been proven effective not only for the weekend warrior, but also on worldwide professional tours. They made their debut at the 2011 pga merchandise show and have since been aiding the driver market in their own weight loss initiative. 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. Whether youre looking for a classic cleveland driver or a modern model, like the launcher hb, weve got you covered. At first glance the classic xl custom stands out for its intense black. The shaft in the custom is a bit stiffer to me and requires a faster swing to get a good straight ball or a draw going. Enhanced variable face thickness technology creates incredibly fast ball speed on offcentre hits for unprecedented forgiveness. On paper, the classic xl custom driver features an adjustable hosel that allows for up to 12 different face angles and loft and lie angle configurations.
The look of the cleveland classic might be my favorite looking driver in the last 4 of 5 years. Furthermore, cleveland claims this driver to have the largest and deepest face in golf actual face area is 7. The classic 290 has a total club weight of 290 grams. See if this low spinning golf driver could help you hit the golf ball. Cleveland classic xl driver cleveland drivers golfbidder. You get to try it when, where, and how you want for two weeks before deciding if you want to buy it or not. Wrenches titleist taylormade ping mizuno pxg cobra cleveland adams srixon. Cleveland golfs 588 custom driver something for everyone. Its roughly the same length off the tee as my cleveland classic xl but thanks to a great custom fit, the cobra is much much more accurate. The launcher hb turbo irons deliver maximum forgiveness and a higher trajectory for game improvement players seeking more accurate, longer shots. Cleveland golf classic xl driver mens, right hand, graphite, stiff, 9.
All of the features and benefits of the classic xl are tuneable with this custom version. Your clubs should complement your height, wristtofloor length, ability and swing speed, and if you buy straight off the shelf youll miss out on the. A tall man may fit comfortably into one manufacturers xl golf shirt, while. 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 classic xl is a popular option on the lower end of the price range. The total club weight is 285 grams with a 45inch stock shaft, giving it a swing weight of d5.
Get the best deals on cleveland driver golf club heads when you shop the largest online selection at. Cleveland 2011 xl270, sl290, tl310 drivers first look. The new 588 custom has a wider face than the ccxl, hence making it more forgiving on those missed toe and heel shots. The largest, deepest driver face in golf means the largest effective hitting area for incredible confidence on the tee. 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. Cleveland golf believes theyve found it in the 588 custom driver, the companys latest offering in the premium driver category. Obviously the custom will cost more however surely the added adjustability would actually benefit.
Features and benefits of the 20 cleveland classic xl driver. As i learned more however, there is nothing old school about the technology behind the cleveland classic driver. The standard length of clevelands hibore xls driver is in between 44 12 inches and 45 inches. Went to this from a 270 classic driver right hand, stiff flex, 9.
Get hybrid technology in every iron and start hitting it higher, straighter, and farther today with the cleveland launcher hb turbo irons. Cleveland classic xl 265 driver ht actionlite ultralight. Cleveland hibore xls driver 17% larger face than the hibore xl mens clubs equipment. Manufacturers such as taylormade and cleveland produce drivers with the xl designation. Given the restrictions on head size this also means the that slightly rounded clubhead is a little more compact visually from above than most other 460cc drivers.
When comparing the classic xl to the 2012 version, the most obvious difference is in the look of the head. To this day, he pretty much compares all drivers to that club even though he still thinks it looks kind of stupid. 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 face angle is what cleveland want golfers to adjust with the 588 custom driver. The new cleveland classic xl driver is being described as the game improvement option and the custom is being described as the better players version. The xl custom also has an adjustable hosel and rear weight. Its in the top 3 bestselling golf club drivers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as wilson staff c300 or kickx golf blast driveway cleveland classic xl was released in 20. The head is shipped with a square face angle and a standard lie angle of 61. An adjustable hosel can be moved to 12 settings to change the face angle by up to 2. 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 launcher xl270 driver one three new ultralite drivers released by cleveland golf in 2011.