This means its engineered for maximum head speed, but its traditionallyweighted 460cc clubhead also provides amazing forgiveness. But, once you do tee up, youll see this club is as modern as they comethats. We are not talking about regressing back to making clubs out of actual wood. 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. Cleveland golf introduces the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver. The face promotes a hot, penetrating ball flight, while maxcor2 technology provides maximum. Cleveland 270 classic driver the cleveland 270 classic driver is the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver. Clevelands largest and deepest clubface ever, with a large effective hitting area and boring ball flight. For the last month or so there have been a few rumors floating around regarding a new retro. 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. 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. 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. Cleveland 2011 xl270, sl290, tl310 drivers first look.
By nathangreen, september 20, 2012 in general equipment talk. The cleveland classic tour driver is new for 2012 and boosts an array of cool shaft upgrades. The launcher xl270 is among the lightest drivers in golf powered by the lightest shaft ever played on the pga tour, the miyazaki c. Cleveland classic 270 driver discount prices for golf. The new launcher hb turbo driver features a turbocharged cup face, ultralight hosel, redesigned hibore crown, deep weighting sole pad and a counterbalanced shaft. Cleveland classic 270 driver discount golf drivers. This titanium driver has a pearshaped profile with the largest, deepest club face ever produced by. For 2012, cleveland brings that old school looking driver back paired with new. The classic 290 has a unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers. But if you want to go even lighter, cleveland does make a 270g version or if the. The launcher xl270 extra light, 270 grams is among the lightest drivers in golf beating last years cleveland launcher dst driver by 22 grams.
Gold colored trapezoid in the center of the clubface also serves as an alignment aid. Maxcor2 technology produces the maximum distance and forgiveness on. Maxcor2 technology produces the maximum distance and forgiveness on hits not in the center of the face. On the old side of the ledger is the look that cleveland has given this driver. Traditional pearshaped profile in a club head inspires confidence at address and allows for shotshaping control. The first thing i noticed when i saw cleveland golfs new line of drivers was the old school look of the club.
With that in mind, the cleveland classic 270 driver is a beautiful blend of old and new. With a unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers, the classic 290 has a pear. Recent cleveland drivers are all derived from their earlier models. Buy new and used cleveland classic 270 driver from the best golf shop. Unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers. At 270 grams, this driver claims to be among the lightest on the market. Availability for the cleveland classic driver is spring 2012.
The cleveland classic driver is offered in three different models thanks to clevelands rightweight fitting. Wedgesirons with excessive sole wear, groove wear, chrome wear, andor dings. After hitting the classic, theres no surprise why all the cleveland staffers have quickly switched to this club. 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. Nicol david won her first cleveland classic trophy, beating laura massaro in the final. The classic 270 has a total club weight of 270 grams. The cleveland squash classic 2012 is the womens edition of the 2012 cleveland classic, which is a tournament of the wsa world tour event international prize money. The cleveland classic 270 weighs 270g and features the miyazaki c. I think overall they did a nice job with the drivers and the stock shaft offering. For 2012, cleveland brings that old school looking driver back paired with new school performance. Its powered by the lightest shaft ever played on the pga tour, the miyazaki c. The face on the cleveland classic 270 driver sits square at address than the 290 which was a little closed. Cleveland golf introduces the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver the classic 290.
Cleveland 290 classic driver the cleveland 290 classic driver is the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver. Features and benefits of the cleveland classic 270 driver. Retro looks and modern technology combine to make the cleveland golf classic 270 driver. The classic 270 is engineered with ultralite technology, helping golfers. For this test, cleveland golf sent me a classic 290 driver 7. Be sure to check out our selection of used cleveland drivers as well. It has a pearshaped profile with the largest, deepest club face ever produced by cleveland golf. Retro styling is back in muscle cars and the new cleveland golf classic drivers. The flight is penetrating and the sound is fantastic, bringing back all the same sensations of a purely struck persimmon wood. Cleveland classic driver measured 310 yards with 39g shaft. Golf clubs with dents, cracks, shaft bag wear, badly scratched heads, andor rattle in head. The cleveland golf classic 270 and 290 drivers is a modern titanium driver that takes styling cues from old persimmon woods.
The main difference between each model is the total. Cleveland launcher xl 270 driver 12 degree miyazaki 39a. Shop new and used cleveland drivers from the fantastic selection available at 2nd swing. The classic 270 has a unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers and a pearshaped profile with the largest, deepest club face ever produced by cleveland golf. Clevland drivers 270 290 310 general equipment talk. The gold sole plate, mahogany paint, classic shape and deep face create a stunning look. For those that have experience with the xl tour, the classic 290 still has that same feel but. The classic 270 is the lightest model, with a 460cc club head and a. Cleveland golf was the first brand to release a 460cc driver when the launcher 460 hit retail in 2003.
Cleveland golf xl270 driver discount prices for golf. The cleveland classic 270 driver is one of the coolestlooking efforts by cleveland to date. Since im getting older 65 i decided id like to try to regain some of the distance ive lost in the last five to. Cleveland classic 270 driver cleveland drivers golfbidder. Due to manufacturer restrictions, all new not including closeouts items including logo overruns from adams, adidas, ben hogan, callaway, cleveland, club glove, cobra, footjoy, mizuno, never compromise, nike, odyssey, ping, sun mountain, taylormade. The look of the cleveland classic might be my favorite looking driver in the last 4 of 5 years. Right weight fitting drivers are designed for the optimal feel for every type of golfer. Cleveland classic 290 pear shaped club head inspires is pleasing to the eye has greater shot shape control. 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. Whether youre looking for a classic cleveland driver or a modern model, like the launcher hb, weve got you covered.
With a unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers, the classic 270 has a pearshaped profile with the largest, deepest club face ever produced by cleveland golf. 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. No reason other than it should give me the highest clubhead speed and the most distance. Its 50g about the weight of a golf ball lighter than the titleist 910d2 which is one of the heavier clubs on the shelf many golfers might prefer the extra weight, of course and about 15g slightly less than a third the weight of a golf ball less than the taylormade.
Only one coupon code is valid per customer per order. In addition to their hibore driver and other new, innovative drivers, they have gone back to their roots producing classically. Always take your current driver with you so you can compare. Cleveland golf is a top manufacturer of high quality, golf clubs for men and women. Cleveland golf started off as a company known for producing exquisite replicas of classic golf clubs from the 1940s and 1950s. It all adds up to faster drives for more distance off every tee. Their sister company miyazaki will be providing all the shafts for their new sticks which is a nice touch.
Im looking to replace my mx560 with a cleveland classic driver this winter and i think im probably going with the 270. 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 event took place at the cleveland racket club in cleveland, ohio in united states from 29 january to 1 february. Review of the cleveland classic driver 2012 by award winning pga. If youd like to see more images of this driver and headcover, you can check out more photos in fullresolution in our cleveland classic driver photo album on facebook. The 270 is also available in a draw version, with heel biased weighting and a. The launcher hb features a new hibore crown design which moves the centre of gravity low and deep, promoting a highlaunch, lowspin trajectory and of course, a 460cc profile. About the manufacturer based in huntington beach, california, cleveland golf is a company that enjoys a strong presence on the pga tour and competitive tours worldwide. Each model has a different weight to maximise feel and performance specifically for each golfer type. Coming in 2012 is a new line of 588 forged irons in both a cavity back and. Shop our selection of wedges, putters and custom golf clubs. No, but it probably could be with an even lighter shaft and grip, or if we tried the 270g version.
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