The head basically makes more of an effort to close itself during the downswing. Best offset golf drivers to correct a slice or fade. Would a draw driver such as the taylor made r5 or the r460 with movable weights help or is it just another marketing gimick to make me go out and spend my hard earned cash on another driver. Offset hosel engineered for golfers with moderate swing speeds who require draw bias maximize performance on the course with the cobra fmax airspeed driver. Engineered to help golfers maximize club head speed and distance, the fmax superlite features lighter overall weights and larger midsize grips for added performance. Description the cobra fmax offset driver features an offset hosel design that creates higher launch with more draw bias for straighter, more accurate shots and a forged ti64 titanium face insert that delivers more speed and distance on offcenter hits. The draw bias longballz has got be one of the best drivers ive owned. Cobra golf is a leading golf club and golf equipment manufacturer, committed to providing superiorquality, high performance products for avid golfers of all abilities. Theres even evidence that with the cg closer to the heel, draw drivers help average golfers return the face to square at impact because the cg is closer to the shaft. Cobra golf drivers king ltd drivers, king f8 drivers. Theres plenty of draw bias to help square the face at impact, and we reckon its an excellent choice for golfers who typically struggle to launch drives high enough to maximise carry distance. Jun 29, 2015 its also important that we dispel the somewhat pervasive myth that adding draw bias to a club means that its no longer possible to hit a fade or a slice. The cobra fmax offset driver features lightweight configuration and offset hosel design with more draw bias resulting in longer, straighter, more accurate shots.
Ranked near the top in delivering a drawshot bias for midspeed swingers. Buy new and used cobra king f8 driver from the best golf shop. I have been working on my swing path real hard and i feel like it is getting better. Jun 15, 2019 cobra did its own analysis of slicing and found that those golfers who have a tendency to slice and who have a moderate swing speed, need maximum draw bias. This club promotes a slight draw bias and seems to help most golfers achieve the trajectory and the accuracy theyre hoping to see. Beginners to pga tour players can use cobras f6, which is the most forgiving driver in the line. Those same players are quick to note how forgiving this cobra driver is, and find that theyre hitting more fairways than they have in the past with other clubs. The overall construction is very lightweight, to help with ease of swing. Used cobra fmax superlite offset driver cobra superlite 45. I decided to get this while it was still available as cobra was turning out a new generation.
Model lofttrajectory settings length with cobra connect length with standard grip swing weight head volume stock flex rhlh. More players need some of the new crop of drawbiased drivers like ping g400 sft, cobra fmax and taylormade m2 dtype. To lower the center of gravity, cobra made the crown of the f8 drivers with carbon fiber instead of titanium. Among other things, it leaves you with a longer second shot. As we talked about in our golf geeks article on cg location, a rear center of gravity creates a faster closure rate. We have a wide selection of new and used cobra drivers for you to choose from. Aug 02, 2017 more players need some of the new crop of draw biased drivers like ping g400 sft, cobra fmax and taylormade m2 dtype. The fmax superlite driver is our lightest, most forgiving driver that delivers an unrivaled distance and accuracy for moderate swing speeds. When i get to the top of my swing and onward it just feels like the face is totally closed and the results are very negative. Cobra mens 2018 fmax offset driver blackgold, left hand, graphite, 10. At best, a draw bias driver head can only tweak the ball flight shape a little bit, and only when 1 the amount of weight moved into the heel is north of 25 grams, and 2 the golfer is very consistent with his path and face delivery and point of impact on the face. Cobra fmax offset driver longer and more forgiving.
That spirit is alive and well throughout the companys history when it. Lighter shafts and swing weights promote maximum clubhead speed and distance for slower swing speeds. Many golfers believe they can add yards to their drive by making their driver golf club longer and lighter. The driver slice might be the most discouraging shot in golf. Cobra fmax superlite straight neck driver dicks sporting.
First look 2018 cobra fmax driver, fairway, and hybrid. Never even hit a cobra driver before but if it knocks the numbers from the g400 i tested then i like the option to move the cg with weights. Ultralight construction, not only on the club face. If we were picking a driver on looks alone the m2 would get our thumbs up all day long as its massive head just wants to be smashed. Designed to increase distance for senior golfers and slower swing speed players. It sounds fantastic and in our opinion is one of the best looking drivers of 2017. Shop new and used cobra drivers from the fantastic selection available at 2nd swing. Nov 19, 2014 at best, a draw bias driver head can only tweak the ball flight shape a little bit, and only when 1 the amount of weight moved into the heel is north of 25 grams, and 2 the golfer is very consistent with his path and face delivery and point of impact on the face.
The m6 also comes in a slicebusting dtype with a significant draw bias, which due to some incredible engineering is barely noticeable at setup. Cobras research found that golfers with a moderate swing speed and tendency to slice needed a club with maximum draw bias. In fact, if were being brutally honest, for most of you who need a draw biased club, the draw bias isnt going to turn your slice into a draw. The fmax is offered in two configurations, straight neck and draw, and both versions have some degree of builtin draw bias. Draw bias, fade correction and maximum distance all available in one unique golf driver that increases swing speed for up to 30 more yards.
Proprietary technology and ultra light aerospace materials provide the best combination of increased speed and accuracy for the longest, straightest drives. I was wondering if anyone had any thoughts about drivers with draw bias on them. Cobra succeeded in delivering an easy up club with the fmax driver. Hi, i am a 15 handycap golfer and often fade the ball. Cobra has combined weight in the heel with an offset hosel to not only help eliminate a slice but also launch the ball in the air with ease. The fmax offset driver is our lightest, most forgiving driver engineered specifically for golfers with moderate swing speeds who require maximum draw bias. When the heavier weight is in the heel, it creates draw bias. Nov 09, 2017 cobra succeeded in delivering an easy up club with the fmax driver. Available in driver lengths from 43 to 48 to fit all golfers. Cobra fmax offset driver 15 degree ladies golf club at. Three adjustable weights on the sole, a 12g and two 2g weights, allows. Ultralight construction, not only on the club face, but also on the 50gram superlight shaft help make this club a breeze to swing. Driver with draw bias clubs, grips, shafts, fitting.
The king f7 drivers adjustable hosel has eight setting, allowing golfers to play with as little as 9 degrees of loft or as much as. To learn more about it, click through to tech story on the g400, g400 lst and g400 sft drivers. What setting would give me the lowest loft with the most degree of draw bias. The key to this club is lightweight technology, it is cobras lightest driver, to give the average player more speed and distance. Back, heel weighting and an offset hosel promotes straighter and higher launching drives. Used cobra fmax superlite offset driver cobra superlite.
Cobra f9 speedback driver weight setting test youtube. I have tried the driver on draw bias and failed every time. This years rogue drivers feature that same jailbreak technology but in more stable, forgiving heads. I had ordered the f max set from amazon and it came with a 11. Offset designan offset hosel design creates higher launch with more draw bias for straighter, more accurate shots ultralight configurationlighter shafts and swing weights promote maximum clubhead speed and distance. You can still hit a fade with a draw biased driver. Dec 01, 2017 another area cobra tried to help players hit better, straighter shots was including a draw bias. An offset hosel design creates more draw bias for straighter, more accurate shots. May 14, 2019 theres plenty of draw bias to help square the face at impact, and we reckon its an excellent choice for golfers who typically struggle to launch drives high enough to maximise carry distance. The ability to shift weight to strategic areas on the club allows a golfer to increase the amount of draw bias making it easier to close the club face through impact on the driver to further encourage straighter drives. So, this driver was developed to help with that, and it is made to be incredibly easy to swing. So how exactly do manufacturers go about adding draw bias to a driver. A slight draw bias had gives me a very straight ball flight, which i can then turn over a little too. To help golfers hit straighter shots, cobra added draw bias to both the straight neck and offset versions of the fmax by placing the cg toward the heel of the club.
In addition, weight can be removed or added to the club head to perfectly balance the club and enhance club head speed. In short, i am looking to add draw bias to this driver and lower the loft. Add weight to your driver golf club for more distance pga. Ping also sells a g400 sft straight flight technology driver, which has added draw bias.
Cobra golf drivers king ltd drivers, king f8 drivers, max. Our golf clubs offer golfers a competitive performance advantage and functionality through innovative design, such as e9 face technology, adjustable flight technology and. From the various king drivers that cobra golf has released to the classic clubs of the past, youll have plenty to choose from. It might turn that slice into a fade, or at least help you slice to the fairway instead of the treeline. While cobras designers did a reasonably good job of hiding the offset, the company understands that offset in a driver is a nonstarter for some. Driver with draw bias clubs, grips, shafts, fitting the. Unique weight adjustable club head with the ideal amount of offset squares the club at impact helping to correct fades or gently close the face for a powerful draw. The callaway rogue draw driver has huge ball speed and impressive stability. After a month of playing 3 times a week i experimented with the weighting and settled on two 8 gram and one 2 gram with a draw bias. One way to explain the improved launch conditions is that i hit the g400 drivers more consistently. I understand from other drivers in general when you reduce the loft you open the face.
Engineered to help golfers maximize club head speed and distance, each driver features a lightweight design and a carbon fiber crown for added performance. Not only is it still possible to hit both, adding draw bias doesnt make either shot significantly more difficult. Traditionally what is now the max line has been an exclusively offset offering. With up to 21 yards of draw bias the m2 definitely has the capability to help a lot of golfers. Not for all, but in the right hands a very reasonably priced draw option in 2019.
Using offset pushes the cg back even further for extra draw bias. Last year, callaways epic drivers introduced jailbreak technology, a breakthrough that helped to create more ball speed across the club face. Also engineered with e9 technology to enhance the ball speed and distance across a larger area of the face. The cobra fmax offset driver features an offset hosel design that creates higher launch with more draw bias for straighter, more accurate shots and a forged ti64 titanium face insert that delivers more speed and distance on offcenter hits. New variable weight technology adjusts to a golfers personal swing providing the best distance, control and accuracy.
Key technology textreme carbon fibre is 20 per cent lighter, creating a lower and deeper cg. More info on the cobra fmax airspeed offset driver buy it now honma tworld xp1. After the companys inception in 1973, this australiabased club manufacturer has sought to make the game more enjoyable for everyone. Both designs promote antislice but you can expect the offset neck to promote the most draw. Cobra f9 speedback driver weight setting test, the cobra f9 driver has been the most wanted driver of 2019. Each f8 driver comes with a 12gram and a 2gram weight. Maximize tee game performance while playing the cobra fmax superlite straight neck driver. Jun 19, 2018 those same players are quick to note how forgiving this cobra driver is, and find that theyre hitting more fairways than they have in the past with other clubs. Im 68 and added a good 20 yards of the tee and getting a nice soft draw.
When the orange weight is in the heel, the cg moves toward the hosel, and the face rotates more quickly for more draw bias. Available in adjustable, ultra light and offset drivers to fit all swings. Our golf clubs offer golfers a competitive performance advantage and functionality through innovative design, such as e9 face technology, adjustable flight technology and baffler rail technology. I get the occasional slice and hit the ball miles into the woods. Settings for draw bias, fade control and anti slice to perfectly fit an imperfect golf swing. We tested the straight neck version and the ball was drawing with ease across the board. That was too much as my old driver also a cobra was a 9. Cobra did its own analysis of slicing and found that those golfers who have a tendency to slice and who have a moderate swing speed, need maximum draw bias. Much of the saved weight has gone back into the head in the form of two adjustable weights. So i purchased the ultra light 9 degree 48 driver with senior flex.
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