Cleveland golf introduces the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver. As i learned more however, there is nothing old school about the technology behind the cleveland. 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. Kua 39r special edition shaft that seemed to complement the driver and my swing perfectly. In other words, it felt light a d2 swingweight but balanced and easy to swing. Jun 28, 2012 with a sleek and striking look, the cg black driver weighs only 265 grams, making it the lightest driver on the market to help players generate measurable increases in swing speed and distance. May 15, 2012 with weight saved in a progressive manner to produce an incredibly lightweight, but fully featured driver with desirable retro looks, the cleveland golf classic 270 driver is a must for your golf. Cleveland golf introduces the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver the classic 290. The cleveland classic tour driver has a unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers. Cleveland 290 classic driver the cleveland 290 classic driver is the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver. Oct 11, 2012 if your swing speed is over 100 then you probably will find the classic 290 as long as the cg black at which point its a nobrainier i think.
Classic looks, yes, but distance like youve never seen before, thanks to the largest and deepest club face ever produced by cleveland golf. Clevelands ultralite technology helps golfers produce the increased distance and head speed with the same swing effort. From the new perspective, it has all of the modern features that you would expect from a driver. The greater moi of this cleveland golf club ensures that the clubface will not twist easily, hence offering stability and improving accuracy. The cleveland classic driver has a unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers. Classic looks, yes, but distance like youve never seen before, thanks to the largest and deepest club.
From the new perspective, it has all of the modern features that you would expect from a driver 460cc head, graphite shaft, aerodynamic engineering, and more. 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 look of the cleveland classic might be my favorite looking driver in the last. With a unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers, the classic 290 has a pearshaped profile with the largest, deepest club face ever produced by cleveland golf. Apr 30, 2015 all things to all people is what the market likes. With a sleek and striking look, the cg black driver weighs only 265 grams, making it the lightest driver on the market to help players generate measurable increases in swing speed and. The 2015 cleveland cg black driver is available in 9, 10.
Apr 24, 2011 always take your current driver with you so you can compare. The launcher ultralite family consists of four distinct driver models, each of which has been strategically engineered to deliver a unique combination of. With my swing speed 95 i dont get as much distance out of it as the cg black so it is my backup, but i still have full confidence using it. The look of the cleveland classic might be my favorite looking driver in the last 4 of 5 years. At 290grams total weight this driver was engineered for distance and control 460cc clubhead. 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.
Cleveland classic driver measured 310 yards with 39g. 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. Cleveland golf started off as a company known for producing exquisite replicas of classic golf clubs from the 1940s and 1950s. The classic 290 is cleveland s the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver. Jan 18, 2012 clevelands ultralite technology helps golfers produce the increased distance and head speed with the same swing effort. With a unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers, the. I liked it and found this one on amazon new for half the price. Not only is it a top performer among lightweight drivers for 2012 we also love the even lighter cleveland black driver, its nostalgic look reminds us of the. With weight saved in a progressive manner to produce an incredibly lightweight, but fully featured driver with desirable retro looks, the cleveland golf classic 270 driver is a must for your golf.
New discount cleveland classic 290 driver hurricane golf. The greater moi of this cleveland golf club ensures that the clubface will not twist easily. Used cleveland classic 290 driver in very good condition. Cleveland hibore xl driver golf club for sale online ebay. The cleveland golf classic 270 and 290 drivers is a modern titanium driver that takes styling cues from old persimmon woods. The classic 290 is clevelands the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver. 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. The classic 290 has a unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers. With a unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers, the classic 290 has a pear.
We are not talking about regressing back to making clubs out of actual wood. As i learned more however, there is nothing old school about the technology behind the cleveland classic driver. Buy new and used cleveland classic 290 driver from the best golf shop. It has a pearshaped profile with the largest, deepest club face ever produced by cleveland golf. Cleveland classic 290 9 miyazaki 43s tipped 12 inch 44. If you were to switch to a heavier grip, changing the head weight might be necessary to preserve the swing weight. Free shipping for all cleveland golf clubs order your 2012. Apr 23, 2014 with that in mind, the cleveland classic 270 driver is a beautiful blend of old and new. The cleveland classic 290 driver is one of the coolestlooking efforts by cleveland to date. Designed with an appearance that harkens back to the wood persimmon drivers from the days of old, the classic 290 driver will start turning heads before you even tee up. The launcher sl290 weighs in at 25 grams less than the average driver on the market today this means higher swing speeds, making the sl faster and longer at 290grams total weight this driver was engineered for distance and control 460cc clubhead. Having said that, i have finally replaced my burner 09 broke the shaft and the replacement shaft did not work as well with a cleveland ultralite 270 draw after comparing it with 4 other drivers on the golf digest hot list gold.
A week later a shiny cleveland classic driver showed up and matt was forced to come to terms with his new favorite driver. The first thing i noticed when i saw cleveland golfs new line of drivers was the old school look of the club. 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 classic 290 has a unique sole design and color scheme. Be sure to check out our selection of used cleveland drivers as well. Cleveland golf is doing the best thing possible for all golf courses.
The only knock that some might say is that it is not adjustable. B reduces total club weight by more than 25 grams for faster swing speed and more distance. Do not feel bad for going against cleveland s light weight design and getting a heavier shaft in that head. Although the mechanics of the classic family are pretty similar, the different weights can help compensate for swing problems.
Mar, 2014 for me, the club doesnt need any additional weight in the head because cleveland uses a light weight stock grip. Well, i am here to tell you it is not the club it is the indian and not the arrow. The gold sole plate, mahogany paint, classic shape and deep face create a stunning look. Not only is it a top performer among lightweight drivers for 2012 we also love the even lighter cleveland black driver, its nostalgic look reminds us of the steep history and heritage the game of golf has. Well, i am here to tell you it is not the club it is the indian and not. With a unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers, the classic 290 has. Cleveland classic 290 driver discount prices for golf equipment. Given the restrictions on head size this also means the. In addition to their hibore driver and other new, innovative drivers, they have gone back to their roots producing classically. Based in huntington beach, california, cleveland golf is a company that enjoys a. According to cleveland, ultralite technology which includes the long, ultralight shaft, a lighter than average club head and a lightweight grip allows weight. To this day, he pretty much compares all drivers to that club even though he still thinks it looks kind of stupid. At 290 total grams this club is light for easy swinging, yet i found i could really go. Sleek and strong, the cleveland hibore xl is a wellbalanced driver suitable for teeing off.
The face promotes a hot, penetrating ball flight, while maxcor2 technology provides maximum. For this test, cleveland golf sent me a classic 290 driver 7. Although the mechanics of the classic family are pretty similar, the different weights can help compensate for swing. Whether youre looking for a classic cleveland driver or a modern model, like the launcher hb, weve got you covered. The first thing you notice with the cleveland classic xl driver is the very deep face. Retro styling is back in muscle cars and the new cleveland golf classic drivers. Cleveland sl 290 driver the cleveland sl 290 driver has clubfitting and ultralite technologies that are emerging as the new paradigms in golf and sets the standard for a comprehensive driver. Cleveland golf is clearly trying to wow us with the cleveland xl270 driver as in wow, i cant believe how far i hit that ball. For those that have experience with the xl tour, the classic 290 still has that same feel. At address, however, it is a very attractive club and in fact it looks so nice that you really dont want to hit it. The specs show that it has a softer butt section, extremely stiff midbutt section.
The most advanced combination of style and performance in a driver includes a retro look, ultralite technology and the largest, deepest face ever produced by cleveland golf. Shop new and used cleveland drivers from the fantastic selection available at 2nd swing. The cleveland 588 custom driver proves that hype does not equal performance. Cleveland 2006 wseries hi bore hybrid womens hi bore hybrid silver graphite womens 75. Cleveland mens classic 290 drivers miyazaki graphite 9. Mar 24, 2014 thanks to cleveland, for over a year now i have had to endure matt yammer on about how great a driver the classic is. Its everything im looking for in a driver low spin, solid, neutral biased, long and forgiving. Jan 15, 20 the first thing you notice with the cleveland classic xl driver is the very deep face. Cleveland 2011 xl270, sl290, tl310 drivers first look. It reminds me a giant persimmon driver, which harkens me back to those early years of playing golf. Kua 39r special edition shaft that seemed to complement the driver and my swing.
On the old side of the ledger is the look that cleveland has given this driver. This article introduces products from a previous model year. Based in huntington beach, california, cleveland golf is a. I hated the last generation cleveland ultralights and was not fan of the dst, but with the classics and cg black i think they really have a winner. To see the latest cleveland golf clubs, visit our cleveland drivers and cleveland fairway woods pages. Rear weight slug placed at the deepest, lowest point in the club head to increase forgiveness and lower. Free shipping for all cleveland golf clubs order your. Designed with an appearance that harkens back to the wood persimmon drivers from the days of old, the classic 290. With that in mind, the cleveland classic 270 driver is a beautiful blend of old and new.
The cleveland classic driver is offered in three different models thanks to clevelands rightweight fitting. I got this cleveland classic in a 9 degree with a stiff shaft and i am getting 290 off the tee now. Looks i dont need to elaborate on all the aesthetics of this club. Cleveland classic 290 driver classic styling takes you back. Get the best deals on cleveland driver golf clubs when you shop the largest online selection at. Each model has been engineered to a specific total club weight to deliver a unique. Clevelands new ultralite series includes three weight offerings for three different players. Cleveland classic 290 driver discount prices for golf. Looks aside, cleveland has done this to move the weight. The classic 290 has a total club weight of 290 grams.