Interchangeable weight port allows swing weight to be fit to each individual player. The cleveland 2015 cg black custom driver is a good choice for golfers looking to improve of the tee. The company got its start under the leadership of namesake roger cleveland, who founded the company in 1979. At first glance the classic xl custom stands out for its intense black. The cleveland classic xl custom driver is available in lofts of 7. Obviously the custom will cost more however surely the added adjustability would actually benefit game improvers more than a lot of better players. The new launcher hb turbo driver features a turbocharged cup face, ultralight hosel, redesigned hibore crown, deep weighting sole pad and a counterbalanced shaft. The gold sole plate, mahogany paint, classic shape and deep face create a stunning look. The cleveland 588 altitude driver the perfect club for your game. In 20, cleveland marketed the cleveland classic xl custom as its premium driving club.
Went to this from a 270 classic driver right hand, stiff flex, 9. Jan 15, 20 the first thing you notice with the cleveland classic xl driver is the very deep face. The classic xl custom driver has 12 different faceangle settings, 3 interchangeable head weights and 4 different premium stock shaft. For a heavier swingweight, switch to the 11gram weight. The classic xl custom driver has the largest and deepest club face of any driver in golf with an even larger sweet spot. The 2014 iteration of the premium driver, the cleveland 588 custom, added an adjustable swing weight screw in the back of the club head to the adjustable hosel feature. 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. Save cleveland classic xl custom driver to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. First, it elicited nostalgia with its retro design, while paying homage to clevelands roots as an equipment company.
I finally decided to try a 460cc driver again since in the past ive never liked how light and empty some of them feel. Whether youre looking for a classic cleveland driver or a modern model, like the launcher hb, weve got you covered. 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. Cleveland golf started off as a company known for producing exquisite replicas of classic golf clubs from the 1940s and 1950s. The head is shipped with a square face angle and a standard lie angle of 61. Shop our selection of wedges, putters and custom golf clubs. Apr 30, 2015 all things to all people is what the market likes. Cleveland golfs 588 custom driver something for everyone. 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. It has a contrast face like an old wooden driver, yet is 10x the size of an old driver. Kua 39r special edition shaft that seemed to complement the driver and my swing perfectly. If you were to switch to a heavier grip, changing the head weight might be necessary to preserve the swing weight.
The cleveland classic xl custom is arguably the underappreciated workhorse of our test. 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. It all adds up to faster drives for more distance off every tee. I never thought there would be a driver that could replace it in my bag, but the new cleveland 588 custom driver might just get a spot in my golf bag when its all said and done. 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. No offset the classic 290 has no offset to promote control and shotshaping capabilities. While utilizing an ultra lightweight head, with a lower cg. In addition to their hibore driver and other new, innovative drivers, they have gone back to their roots producing classically. Precision weighting high strength, lightweight wall construction allows cleveland to position more weight lower and deeper in the head.
Mar, 2014 for me, the club doesnt need any additional weight in the head because cleveland uses a light weight stock grip. The cleveland 588 custom driver proves that hype does not equal performance. 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. My xls with the oem fuji fit on gold stiff was swingweight d. Feb, 2014 in 20, cleveland marketed the cleveland classic xl custom as its premium driving club. The 2012 classic was arguably the most exciting driver release from cleveland golf in a number of years. 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.
The total club weight is 285 grams with a 45inch stock shaft, giving it a swing weight of d5. Cleveland classic xl custom driver discount drivers. 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. Cleveland also positioned the cog in the optimal location for a higher, more penetrating ball flight. Dont be fooled by its classic looks, this driver will explode off the clubface for massive distance off the tee. Cleveland hibore xl driver golf club for sale online ebay. 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. Oct 17, 20 cleveland classic xl custom driver duration.
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. Anyone tried the cleveland classic xl fairway wood. The result is a high, straight launch with high moi for a. Swingweight is a measure of how the weight of the club feels during the swing and can be influenced by factors such as club length, shaft weight and club head weight. The classic xl custom driver by cleveland in new for 20. The cleveland classic xl fairway wood series 3balls golf feb 11, 2015 3271 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. Make your buddies jealous when youre 20 yards by them and get your cleveland classic xl driver from 2nd swing today. It felt real easy to swing but tip was so soft i had to choke down on it to control it and it balloons badly into the wind. If you searched for discount golf, golf swing, golf fitness, sun mountain speed cart, clicgear cart, or junior golf clubs, youre on the right site. An adjustable hosel can be moved to 12 settings to change the face angle by up to 2. Mar 18, 20 the classic xl custom driver by cleveland in new for 20. Select shaft flex stiff s regular r senior a product actions. Cleveland golf classic xl custom driver september 19, 20 we find cleveland golf s 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 classic marked the advent of adjustable hosels for cleveland drivers.
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. 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. 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 2015 cleveland cg black driver is available in 9, 10. May 28, 20 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. Apart from telling us they liked the classic looks duh, the truth is there wasnt much conversation about the classic. This is their first adjustable driver, so were curious to know whats so different about it. For me, the club doesnt need any additional weight in the head because cleveland uses a light weight stock grip. Shop new and used cleveland drivers from the fantastic selection available at 2nd swing.
For 2012, cleveland brings that old school looking driver back paired with new school performance. The new cleveland cg black custom driver steers away from the look of the last two cleveland drivers, the 588 custom and the 588 altitude. The face angle is what cleveland want golfers to adjust with the 588 custom driver. Cleveland golf is a top manufacturer of high quality, golf clubs for men and women. We have the golf gps, golf swing video, golf instruction, golf tees, golf simulators, golf store, golf shop, and most products that are golf related. You get to try it when, where, and how you want for two weeks before deciding if you want to buy it or not. The look of the cleveland classic might be my favorite looking driver in the last 4 of 5 years. The standard swingweight of the classic xl custom driver varies depending on the shaft. I wont name any names on that topic, but the cleveland classic xl custom driver performs as well, if not better than it looks. Still, if youre a slow to moderate swing speed player looking for help getting the ball in the air, and who wants to have fun hitting the driver again, then take a look at clevelands cg black. It did a few things that were particularly popular among golfers. Im having a nightmare trying to find a driver setup that suits me. Cleveland classic xl custom 9 driver club head only 797937.
The launcher hb turbo driver delivers more speed off the tee for avid golfers seeking higher, longer, and straighter drives. May 08, 20 i hit the cleveland classic xl driver and 3w today at golfsmith and both of them are beauties. 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. The first thing you notice with the cleveland classic xl driver is the very deep face. Visit for lots of product info and specs and to tradein. Jan 14, 20 the cleveland classic xl custom driver is available in lofts of 7.
Greg swings the new cleveland classic xl custom driver. While utilizing an ultra lightweight head, with a lower cg helps promote better launch angles and more consistency. The thing is a clydesdale without the affiliation to lousy beer. Be sure to check out our selection of used cleveland drivers as well. All of the features and benefits of the classic xl are tuneable with this custom version.
The xl custom also has an adjustable hosel and rear weight. Turbocharge your drives with the new launcher hb turbo. 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. Fitting message the classics continue with cleveland as their classiclooking clubs with todays technology hit the market. It has been designed to optimize the swing of golfers who have swing speeds between 85 mph to 105 mph. The main advantage of the 588 custom model over the altitude is the ability to promote a more precise ball flight through adjustability. Nov 26, 2015 all of the features and benefits of the classic xl are tuneable with this custom version. Cleveland classic xl custom driver pga value guide. High forgiveness the 290 features the largest effective hitting area ever produced in a driver by cleveland, maximizing forgiveness. High launch the classic 290 features a deep and low cg to deliver penetrating ball flight. I hit the cleveland classic xl driver and 3w today at golfsmith and both of them are beauties. Cleveland 2015 cg black custom driver 2nd swing ping golf. Visit for lots of product info and specs and to tradein your clubs. An adjustable hosel and interchangeable weight port allow any golfer to tune the driver for precise performance.