03-29-2012, 12:26 PM
When Taylormade released the white R11 driver,it was basically an FU to the entire industry when you think about it. TaylorMade R11 Irons Taylormade was basically saying to all its competitor”We’re going to launch something none of you would ever even dream of doing (because of the guaranteed mockery you would get from consumers and the industry) and oh by the way it’s going to be the biggest driver release ever to hit the golf world.”Anyone familiar with TaylorMade will find some of the usual technology enhancements; Inverted Cone Technology to expand the sweet spot, a Precision Weight Port to optimize the center of gravity, Callaway RAZR X Irons a thin unsupported face for higher COR and faster ball speeds and a multi functional sole that helps in a variety of different lies.
While not exactly targeted at every handicap level, the R11s are aimed at a broad spectrum of players.But TaylorMade is nothing if not good at creating buzz over a new product introduction; naturally, players are lining up for a chance to play them.Loaded with technology features, the R11s claim to deliver increased distance, Titleist 910 D3 Driver accuracy, forgiveness, feel and control. As an equipment geek I’m a compulsive tester, so I’m a sucker for irons that promise to do all of the above.The clubs I tested came with stiff Motore F1 75 graphite shafts. I chose gaphite for two reasons; graphite shafts are much better than they were a few short years ago, and I’m betting players like me who want a distance increase might opt for them.
While not exactly targeted at every handicap level, the R11s are aimed at a broad spectrum of players.But TaylorMade is nothing if not good at creating buzz over a new product introduction; naturally, players are lining up for a chance to play them.Loaded with technology features, the R11s claim to deliver increased distance, Titleist 910 D3 Driver accuracy, forgiveness, feel and control. As an equipment geek I’m a compulsive tester, so I’m a sucker for irons that promise to do all of the above.The clubs I tested came with stiff Motore F1 75 graphite shafts. I chose gaphite for two reasons; graphite shafts are much better than they were a few short years ago, and I’m betting players like me who want a distance increase might opt for them.