First, it elicited nostalgia with its retro design, while paying homage to cleveland s roots as an equipment company. I loved the retro look of the original classic, and i think the classic xl custom looks. It is very deep and low for an effortless launch and piercing flight. Enhanced variable face thickness technology creates incredibly fast ball speed on offcentre hits for unprecedented forgiveness. Interchangeable weight port allows swing weight to be fit to. Aug 08, 2014 alan unruh, pga professional discusses the features and benefits of the cleveland classic xl custom driver. May 08, 20 has anyone tested or bought the new cleveland classic xl fairway wood 3w specifically. I wont name any names on that topic, but the cleveland classic xl custom driver performs as.
Cleveland classic xl 265 driver ht actionlite ultralight. Cleveland 290 classic driver the cleveland 290 classic driver is the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver. Cleveland classic xl 265 driver ht actionlite ultralight 45 w. My original take on the cleveland classic was that i simply did not buy into the classic looks concept the fact that it was designed to evoke memories of the old persimmon woods was not. The launcher xl270 driver one three new ultralite drivers released by cleveland golf in 2011. The company got its start under the leadership of namesake roger cleveland, who founded the company in 1979. 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. The cleveland classic xl driver is one of my favorite clubs for 20.
The powerful thwack appealed to joel and chris but was a little offputting for graeme and james. Mens left handed cleveland classic xl285 driver 10. This is their first adjustable driver, so were curious to know whats so different about it. Cleveland classic xl 9 0 degree loft driver 0 results. I spend most of my time at neutral, but did try a couple other settings and found them to be good at tweaking the ball flight. Cleveland golf classic xl driver mens, right hand, graphite. Cleveland classic xl drivers in stock for next working day delivery.
The total club weight is 285 grams with a 45inch stock shaft, giving it a swing weight of d5. Whether its leading the industry with the first 460cc driver on the market or pushing boundaries with club head geometry and the hibore driver, cleveland continues to amaze the golf world while staying true to its roots of clubmaking excellence. I absolutely love the looks and sound of this driver. I have it paired with a speeder 661 and pay it at 44. 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. Golf clubs with dents, cracks, shaft bag wear, badly scratched heads, andor rattle in head.
The cleveland golf wseries hibore xl driver is the latest addition to the hibore family of. Make your buddies jealous when youre 20 yards by them and get your cleveland classic xl driver from 2nd swing today. Cleveland mens launcher 17 drivers golf warehouse nz. The 460cc club, targeted to better players, has 12 faceangle settings, from 2. There are dozens of newer golf club drivers on the market. The latest driver we tried that features adjustability is the allnew cleveland classic xl custom.
There are several reasons for that and i will get into that in one moment. Cleveland classic 270 9 degree driver stiff flex miyazaki graphite 0754269. Style and confidence are now available in a fairway wood womens. The classic xl driver by cleveland, designed for an all round performance. Cleveland classic xl driver, classic xl custom driver. 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. We buy, sell, swap and trade new and used golf clubs since 2001. The first thing you notice with the cleveland classic xl driver is the very deep face. 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. 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 very impressive classic from 2012 has been revamped and looks evenmore impressive for 20.
Hows the distance and forgiveness compared to other. Unfollow cleveland classic xl custom driver to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Cleveland classic driver even the script classic on the crown, which should help golfers position the ball in the sweet spot at address, harkens back to a. It is the newest member of great cleveland drivers og launcher, launcher comp, hibore xl xl tour and now the classic.
The head is shipped with a square face angle and a standard lie angle of 61. 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. Anyone tried the cleveland classic xl fairway wood. Its in the top 3 bestselling golf club drivers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as taylormade womens r15 or katana voltio iii driver. Dec 18, 2012 in this video tg senior equipment editor jonathan greathead looks at clevelands new classic xl and classic custom xl drivers. Does anyone use the 20 cleveland classic xl driver. An excellent allaround driver with plenty of adjustability. The cleveland classic xl custom driver is available in lofts of 7.
Its everything im looking for in a driver low spin, solid, neutral biased, long and forgiving. Apr 16, 2012 cleveland classic driver even the script classic on the crown, which should help golfers position the ball in the sweet spot at address, harkens back to a time when swings were homegrown and. Mark crossfield hits the cleveland classic xl custom driver from cleveland golf and talks about this deep headed golf driver. Cleveland also positioned the cog in the optimal location for a higher, more penetrating ball flight. Wedgesirons with excessive sole wear, groove wear, chrome wear, andor dings. It did a few things that were particularly popular among golfers. This was a very simple process and now i can play at any course in nz with much nicer prices.
Get the best deals on cleveland driver golf club heads when you shop the largest online selection. It has a pearshaped profile with the largest, deepest club face ever produced by cleveland golf. The classic xl custom represents cleveland s initial foray into the world of adjustable drivers. The cleveland classic xl fairway wood series 3balls golf feb 11, 2015 3204 views 0 comments golf is a game of yards, which means that its extra important to make sure youve got the best woods available to help you get off the fairway its a nice place to visit, but lets face it, nobody wants to live there. They made their debut at the 2011 pga merchandise show and have since been aiding the driver market in their own weight loss initiative. The look of the cleveland classic might be my favorite looking driver in the last 4 of 5 years. As i mentioned, nobody talks about the standard 285 xl.
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. Anyone use the cleveland classic xl 285 driver not the. Jan 14, 20 the cleveland classic xl custom driver is available in lofts of 7. Make offer cleveland classic xl 9 degree driver matrix radix sv graphite shaft stiff flex. 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. Cleveland classic xl custom drivers in stock for next working day delivery.
Good off both tee and fairway, or notably better at one. Features and benefits of the 20 cleveland classic xl driver. Fitting message the classics continue with cleveland as their classic looking clubs with todays technology hit the market. Cleveland golf started off as a company known for producing exquisite replicas of classic golf clubs from the 1940s and 1950s.
I have had the cleveland classic custom xl driver in my bag for over a year now and rave about it to everyone. For at least the past three seasons, cleveland has been making some of the most underhyped, underappreciated drivers in golf. Cleveland created their second version of the classic driver, this time they went with the giant black persimmon looking head. Pictures are of the club we are selling so look the pictures over zoom in and ask us any questions you may have. See if this low spinning golf driver could help you hit.
In addition to their hibore driver and other new, innovative drivers, they have gone back to their roots producing classically styled drivers. Kua 39r special edition shaft that seemed to complement the driver and my swing perfectly. For sale cleveland classic xl 285 9 driver with tour black v21 extra stiff graphite shaft and golf pride. 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 be sure to check out our selection of used cleveland drivers as well. Cleveland classic xl is a popular option at the top of the price range. The 2012 classic was arguably the most exciting driver release from cleveland golf in a number of years. 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. I never thought there would be a driver that could. May 19, 20 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. Although the mechanics of the classic family are pretty similar, the different weights can help compensate for swing problems. Cleveland driver golf clubs for sale shop with afterpay ebay. Originally cleveland filled a niche market producing high quality replicas of classic golf clubs from the 1940s and 1950s but soon became regarded as an innovative producer of original equipment in its own right. Cleveland classic xl custom driver pga value guide.
With the cleveland golf classic xl driver will still deliver. Cleveland classic xl custom driver cleveland drivers. The more subtle look to the clubhead compared with the previous model pleased our testers. The largest, deepest driver face in golf means the largest effective hitting area for incredible confidence on the tee. Cleveland classic xl driver cleveland drivers golfbidder.
Obviously the custom will cost more however surely the added adjustability would actually benefit game improvers more than a lot of better players. 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 callaway driver is that you get extremely fast head speed paired with low flight trajectory so you can. Originally cleveland filled a niche market producing high quality replicas of classic golf clubs from the 1940s and 1950s but soon became regarded as.
But,this cleveland classic xl custom is the best driver ive ever hit or owned. Fingers crossed ill drop my handicap from 1,000,000 to scratch in a couple months. It is hands down the best driver i have ever owned and i dont see it leaving my bag anytime soon. The cleveland classic 270 driver is one of the coolestlooking efforts by cleveland to date. Find great deals on ebay for cleveland classic xl driver and cleveland classic xl custom driver. Cleveland classic xl driver first look todays golfer. The gold sole plate, mahogany paint, classic shape and deep face create a stunning look. Cleveland classic xl or taylormade sldr driver comparing.
We are selling this right hand cleveland classic xl 285 10. Cleveland classic xl 285 9 driver x flex graphite, rh, hc. Fitting message the classics continue with cleveland as their classiclooking clubs with todays technology hit the market. Obviously the custom will cost more however surely the added adjustability would actually benefit. Cleveland golf hopes to capitalize on the success of its cleveland classic drivers by adding adjustability and a larger face to its new classic. Its everything im looking for in a driver low spin, solid, neutral biased, long. Cleveland classic xl driver 12 degree never used miyazaki shaft 0 results. Thankfully, a driver does not need hype to perform, and perform is exactly what the new 588 custom does. For 2012, cleveland brings that old school looking driver back paired with new school performance. If so can you let me know what it is like as i have. Has anyone tested or bought the new cleveland classic xl fairway wood 3w specifically. Ive only hit the custom so far, but plan on taking the 285 xl out this weekend.
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