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. 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. The cleveland classic 270 driver is one of the coolestlooking efforts by cleveland to date. The xl custom also has an adjustable hosel and rear weight. Cleveland driver golf clubs for sale shop with afterpay ebay. The more subtle look to the clubhead compared with the previous model pleased our testers. Cleveland golf started off as a company known for producing exquisite replicas of classic golf clubs from the 1940s and 1950s. There are dozens of newer golf club drivers on the market. 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. 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. The cleveland classic xl custom driver is available in lofts of 7. The head is shipped with a square face angle and a standard lie angle of 61.
The launcher xl270 driver one three new ultralite drivers released by cleveland golf in 2011. Interchangeable weight port allows swing weight to be fit to. As i mentioned, nobody talks about the standard 285 xl. We are selling this right hand cleveland classic xl 285 10. The classic xl driver has cleveland golfs largest and deepest club face and an even larger sweet spot for maximum forgiveness.
Anyone use the cleveland classic xl 285 driver not the. It has a pearshaped profile with the largest, deepest club face ever produced by cleveland golf. Cleveland classic xl custom driver pga value guide. But,this cleveland classic xl custom is the best driver ive ever hit or owned.
Fitting message the classics continue with cleveland as their classiclooking clubs with todays technology hit the market. Cleveland classic xl driver, classic xl custom driver. The classic 290 has a unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers. Obviously the custom will cost more however surely the added adjustability would actually benefit game improvers more than a lot of better players. They made their debut at the 2011 pga merchandise show and have since been aiding the driver market in their own weight loss initiative. I wont name any names on that topic, but the cleveland classic xl custom driver performs as. Pictures are of the club we are selling so look the pictures over zoom in and ask us any questions you may have. Features and benefits of the 20 cleveland classic xl driver. Fingers crossed ill drop my handicap from 1,000,000 to scratch in a couple months. 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. Jan 14, 20 the cleveland classic xl custom driver is available in lofts of 7. The cleveland hibore xl ladies driver has a lowered crown, which lowers the centre of gravity of the person holding the club which gives a bigger sweet spot. The first thing you notice with the cleveland classic xl driver is the very deep face. Whether youre looking for a classic cleveland driver or a modern model, like the launcher hb, weve got you covered.
Kua 39r special edition shaft that seemed to complement the driver and my swing perfectly. For at least the past three seasons, cleveland has been making some of the most underhyped, underappreciated drivers in golf. The 2012 classic was arguably the most exciting driver release from cleveland golf in a number of years. With the cleveland golf classic xl driver will still deliver. 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.
The very impressive classic from 2012 has been revamped and looks evenmore impressive for 20. Cleveland classic xl or taylormade sldr driver comparing. 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. In addition to their hibore driver and other new, innovative drivers, they have gone back to their roots producing classically styled drivers. Biggest collection of xl driver at reasonable asking prices. The cleveland classic xl driver is one of my favorite clubs for 20.
Thankfully, a driver does not need hype to perform, and perform is exactly what the new 588 custom does. Cleveland classic xl custom driver cleveland drivers. Make offer cleveland classic xl 9 degree driver matrix radix sv graphite shaft stiff flex. I have had the cleveland classic custom xl driver in my bag for over a year now and rave about it to everyone. Unfollow cleveland classic xl custom driver to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. This callaway driver is that you get extremely fast head speed paired with low flight trajectory so you can.
Cleveland also positioned the cog in the optimal location for a higher, more penetrating ball flight. 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. The largest, deepest driver face in golf means the largest effective hitting area for incredible confidence on the tee. Good off both tee and fairway, or notably better at one. Make your buddies jealous when youre 20 yards by them and get your cleveland classic xl driver from 2nd swing today. For sale cleveland classic xl 285 9 driver with tour black v21 extra stiff graphite shaft and golf pride. 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. Dec 18, 2012 in this video tg senior equipment editor jonathan greathead looks at clevelands new classic xl and classic custom xl drivers. See if this low spinning golf driver could help you hit. Cleveland classic xl 265 driver ht actionlite ultralight. Although the mechanics of the classic family are pretty similar, the different weights can help compensate for swing problems. Cleveland classic xl driver first look todays golfer. Fitting message the classics continue with cleveland as their classic looking clubs with todays technology hit the market.
I have it paired with a speeder 661 and pay it at 44. The classic xl driver by cleveland, designed for an all round performance. Cleveland classic xl driver 12 degree never used miyazaki shaft 0 results. Mark crossfield hits the cleveland classic xl custom driver from cleveland golf and talks about this deep headed golf driver. Cleveland 290 classic driver the cleveland 290 classic driver is the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver. 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.
Adjustable hosel can be moved to one of 12 different settings for precise face angle and flight fitting. Get the best deals on cleveland driver golf club heads when you shop the largest online selection. This isnt just for the golfer who is lookingto bomb it down the fairway, and gain confidence, it is for the golferwho is looking for that classic persimmon styling of yesteryear. The cleveland golf wseries hibore xl driver is the latest addition to the hibore family of. 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 everything im looking for in a driver low spin, solid, neutral biased, long. It is very deep and low for an effortless launch and piercing flight. Has anyone tested or bought the new cleveland classic xl fairway wood 3w specifically. There are several reasons for that and i will get into that in one moment. We buy, sell, swap and trade new and used golf clubs since 2001. 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. Anyone tried the cleveland classic xl fairway wood.
May 08, 20 has anyone tested or bought the new cleveland classic xl fairway wood 3w specifically. Cleveland classic xl 265 driver ht actionlite ultralight 45 w. The classic xl custom represents cleveland s initial foray into the world of adjustable drivers. Hows the distance and forgiveness compared to other. An excellent allaround driver with plenty of adjustability. Wedgesirons with excessive sole wear, groove wear, chrome wear, andor dings. 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. First, it elicited nostalgia with its retro design, while paying homage to clevelands roots as an equipment company. Cleveland classic 270 9 degree driver stiff flex miyazaki graphite 0754269.
Cleveland classic xl is a popular option at the top of the price range. This is their first adjustable driver, so were curious to know whats so different about it. Cleveland created their second version of the classic driver, this time they went with the giant black persimmon looking head. Cleveland golf hopes to capitalize on the success of its cleveland classic drivers by adding adjustability and a larger face to its new classic. Aug 08, 2014 alan unruh, pga professional discusses the features and benefits of the cleveland classic xl custom driver. The 460cc club, targeted to better players, has 12 faceangle settings, from 2.
This was a very simple process and now i can play at any course in nz with much nicer prices. I absolutely love the looks and sound of this driver. 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. I picked up a 9 custom with the black tie stiff, and a 9 standard 285 xl with the b.
Cleveland classic xl custom drivers in stock for next working day delivery. Cleveland mens launcher 17 drivers golf warehouse nz. 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. Its everything im looking for in a driver low spin, solid, neutral biased, long and forgiving. The look of the cleveland classic might be my favorite looking driver in the last 4 of 5 years. It is the newest member of great cleveland drivers og launcher, launcher comp, hibore xl xl tour and now the classic. 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. Find great deals on ebay for cleveland classic xl driver and cleveland classic xl custom driver. I loved the retro look of the original classic, and i think the classic xl custom looks. First, it elicited nostalgia with its retro design, while paying homage to cleveland s roots as an equipment company. Cleveland classic xl 3wood 15degrflex as new condition polished.
The company got its start under the leadership of namesake roger cleveland, who founded the company in 1979. Style and confidence are now available in a fairway wood womens. Enhanced variable face thickness technology creates incredibly fast ball speed on offcentre hits for unprecedented forgiveness. For 2012, cleveland brings that old school looking driver back paired with new school performance. The latest driver we tried that features adjustability is the allnew cleveland classic xl custom. 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. It is hands down the best driver i have ever owned and i dont see it leaving my bag anytime soon. Mens left handed cleveland classic xl285 driver 10. The total club weight is 285 grams with a 45inch stock shaft, giving it a swing weight of d5. 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. The gold sole plate, mahogany paint, classic shape and deep face create a stunning look. Cleveland classic xl 9 0 degree loft driver 0 results. Ive only hit the custom so far, but plan on taking the 285 xl out this weekend.
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. 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. Cleveland classic xl 285 9 driver x flex graphite, rh, hc. Cleveland golf classic xl driver mens, right hand, graphite. I never thought there would be a driver that could.
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