With this club, callaway attempted to design a driver that combines excellent feel and higher speed, and there is no question that the company succeeded in their endeavor. Hit the driver extremely well all day, longer than i had been on most holes and middle of the fairway on all but 2. The callaway xr and xr pro irons both feature the face cup technology, previously found in callaways woods. It features the rmoto face, which callaway developed to reduce the face thickness and weight to not. Im glad you bumped this to the top so people have a chance to answer it. Its in the top 3 bestselling golf club drivers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as taylormade r15 460 or callaway mens xr pro 16. It features the rmoto face, which callaway developed to reduce the face thickness and weight to not only increase ball speed off of the face but to allow weight to be redistributed to other areas which help give it a low center of gravity to promote a better launch angle. Jan 29, 2015 the callaway xr driver adjustments do not have the depth of adjustability as the big bertha models but having the ability to change lie, loft and shaft affects performance. The callaway xr 16 pro driver was just three yards behind the other two models, perhaps because it generated around 150 rpm more spin than both the m1 and ping g ls tec. Callaways xr pro drivers are built off successful innovations from the callaway golf company. Next week, callaway golf will be releasing its newest driver, the xr16 on 129. Callaway drivers are golf clubs that use design features to help golfers have more success off the tee. First, a large sweet spot and hot, flexible face makes this driver long off the tee with. The xr driver 460cc does everything well, but it excels at forgiveness.
A triaxial carbon composite crown combines with refined speed steps to harmonize weight distribution and aerodynamic efficiency around the head. The xr16 was the first driver callaway created in conjunction with boeing with a speed step crown to improve aerodynamics weve got similar technologies in the xr speed to help it move faster on the downswing. It generates the greatest distance and is only designed for use off the tee box. Fast just got a whole lot faster with the callaway xr speed driver. With this club, callaway attempted to design a driver that combines excellent feel and higher speed, and there is no. Features and benefits of the callaway xr pro driver. With the trade program callaway has in place, i was able to easily trade in the xr series clubs for the xr pro series.
Its a blend of distance technologies led by high ball speed and more efficient energy transfer from rmoto. The callaway xr driver will have a playing length of 46 inches. Ball speed and, very likely, increased forgiveness. Apr 11, 2016 the callaway xr 16 pro driver is a lowspinning beast with great feel and distance made alongside aeronautics expert, boeing, to create one of callaways strongest drivers yet. New 2017 callaway epic sub zero driver against 2016 callaway xr16 pro driver. Jun 26, 2015 the callaway xr and xr pro irons both feature the face cup technology, previously found in callaways woods. Irons from calloway are golf clubs that youll use for shorter shots than woods. Callaway worked with boeing to improve the way the xr16 moves through the air.
My trackman numbers do not support this conclusion that the epic is longer than my xr16 pro. Callaway xr pro driver callaway drivers golfbidder. There are a lot of newer golf club drivers on the market. May 04, 2016 check out pga golf pro rick shiels hitting the new callaway x16 driver, callaway xr16 pro driver and the callaway xr16 sub zero driver to see how they compare on carry distances, total distance. For one i lost distance from my r15 that i traded in for this and i could not get it to work a fade since that i my normal shot shat. This is the first time this technology has been implemented into an iron design and its pushed these iron sets to the top of most lists.
Cup 360 technology was first introduced in the fall with the companys hollowbodied big bertha irons. Some players will benefit from the higherlaunching standard edition. Callaway epic sub zero driver v callaway xr16 pro driver is the. X2hot comparison showed that the new technological features of the callaway xr irons including the lower center of gravity, higher moment of inertia and the cup 360 face gave the xr. The callaway xr pro driver will feature most of the same technologies used in the xr driver with a few minor. The step feature on the crown helps reduce aerodynamic drag. The callaway xr 16 pro driver is a lowspinning beast with great feel and distance made alongside aeronautics expert, boeing, to create one of callaway s strongest drivers yet introduction. It generates the greatest distance and is only designed for use. Some players will benefit from the higherlaunching standard edition, while others will see the most gains from the lower spinning pro driver. Grips are shipped as is per the condition of the club.
I for one appreciate the creativity from their marketing department and after getting to try their xr pro driver i also appreciate their engineering department as well. Fuse forgiveness and speed by teeing up the xr 16 driver. Jan 20, 2016 next week, callaway golf will be releasing its newest driver, the xr16 on 129. The xr pro driver is another big step forward in our ongoing pursuit of speed for better players. This is an absolute beaut at address, and the speed step crown is not offputting at all. Callaways most forgiving head shape features a lighter speed step crown and bigger footprint for unprecedented club head speed and confidence at address. Mar 17, 2017 it was the same shaft in each driver and both heads were 10. Shorter irons, such as 7 through 9irons and wedges, have less distance but a higher trajectory. I was able to get my hands on the xr16 today, and compared it to the xr. Check out pga golf pro rick shiels hitting the new callaway x16 driver, callaway xr16 pro driver and the callaway xr16 sub zero driver to see. Under the hood of the xr was the stock blue project x lz shaft, with 9 degrees of loft. While the big bertha drivers are the flagships of the callaway line, the x series has always been the workhorse. Yes, our pro gained a fist full of yards with the fusion, but wed still happily pitch the xr 16 as a distance driver, whereas the fusion is all about forgiveness.
I think the steelheads are closer to the xr pro irons in terms of looks. The xr16 was the first driver where callaway worked with boeing to create their speedstep crown. The xr pro 440cc is similar, but it has a smaller, better playerinspired shape and will work well for golfers who. The xr series may be a few driver generations old but i could not be happier with the performance for the money. Jan 14, 2015 despite, or maybe because of this slimmed down approach, the x2 hot was a driver for all golfers from tour pros to mid handicappers and the xr driver successfully follows in its footsteps. The xr pro series woods are designed for professionals and low amateurs. Longer irons, such as 3 through 6irons, give more distance and lower trajectory. This driver follows up on last years popular xr model. One thing youll notice right off the bat is the slightly small 440cc club head, and theres no speed step crown. Its in the top 3 bestselling golf club drivers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as callaway mens. The xr 16 pro driver features the same aerodynamic improvements and r moto face design, but puts it into a 450cc deepheaded driver designed for lower spin and more control. Callaway drivers in 2018 are considerably higher performing than those of just a few years ago.
Xr 16 is a fantastic driver, and if you have one youre unlikely to gain much by getting your hands on a fusion. Aimed at the callaway xr speed driver is aimed at golfers with slow and moderate swing speeds for whom a lighter feel may increase club speed for. This is the first time this technology has been implemented into an iron design. Those of you looking for a balanced combination of distance and forgiveness will be more likely to find it with one of the big bertha alpha models. Its a blend of distance technologies led by high ball speed and more efficient energy transfer from rmoto, low spin through multi material construction and even more speed in an enhanced aerodynamic head shape. Its in the top 3 bestselling golf club drivers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as taylormade r15. It also sits squarer at address and if i was basing a decision purely on head style then i would probably go for the pro version. Several important factors make this the top driver this year.
The latest evolution of variable face thickness technology x face vft is the lightest, most flexible and hottest face. Nov 10, 2016 yes, our pro gained a fist full of yards with the fusion, but wed still happily pitch the xr 16 as a distance driver, whereas the fusion is all about forgiveness. Callaway xr 16 is a very popular and one of the more expensive options. Callaways big bertha fusion driver against xr 16 and ft5. The results callaway xr16 driver results callaway xr speed driver results. Neither are as adjustable as callaways big bertha alpha 815 drivers. Sep 07, 2015 the xr line of drivers is designed and built for outrageous speed. The callaway xr driver is a forgiving, light weight driver geared towards creating lots of ball speed and promoting a draw introduction. Callaway xr pro vs xr16 pro drivers i went to golfsmith the other day looking to get a new driver and really enjoyed hitting the xr16 pro. A next generation rmoto face constructed of lighter and thinner ti 64 material optimizes ball speed and forgiveness. Perfect sharp grooves with scoring lines and paint. The xr line of drivers is designed and built for outrageous speed.
Jan 14, 2015 callaway s new xr iron line, which includes the xr and xr pro irons, uses the companys new face cup 360 technology that improves ball speed and forgiveness for longer, more consistent iron shots. X2hot comparison showed that the new technological features of the callaway xr irons including the lower center of gravity, higher moment of inertia and the cup 360 face gave the xr irons higher ball flight, better accuracy and longer distance than the x2hot irons of just one model year before. The only concession to adjustability is the usual callaway optifit adjustable hosel that enables you to change the loft across a range of 3 and two. The xr pro 440cc is similar, but it has a smaller, better playerinspired shape and will work well for golfers who need less spin. In fact for any interested, popular golf youtuber, rick sheils, did a callaway driver comparison. Rated 3 out of 5 by tbov23 from callaway xr 9 degree driver 5. This is a on course test with launch monitor data to show you the difference between callaways latest. I tested the callaway xr speed driver with the new project x hzrdus blue shaft which is 65g and has a flex of 6. Callaway xr speed driver vs xr16 national club golfer. Callaway was one of the first manufacturers to create the oversized driver club head. The callaway xr pro driver will feature most of the same technologies used in the xr driver with a few minor differences to appeal to better players. Xr 16 vs xr 16 pro driver i really wish i could answer both of your questions but unfortunately i cant. Neither are as adjustable as callaway s big bertha alpha 815 drivers.
I wasnt able to try any xr pro drivers because they said they didnt. The callaway xr driver replaces the very successful x2 hot driver and it has a lot to live up to as the previous model was one of the best selling drivers in the market unlike the last few drivers. In fact for any interested, popular golf youtuber, rick sheils, did a callaway driver comparison video which compared the past 5 years of callaway drivers and the xr stood out among the rest, with numbers comparable to even the newer. Is the newer version bigger and better than the previous. The xr iron also has more offset or draw bias as many call it which gives it a builtin accuracy advantage on mishits. I played my home course with the new driver setup and the added distance and exceptional control are real. They have an open face which allows for quick hands to be neutralized resulting in a solid straight ball flight. Jul 29, 2015 the callaway xr driver will have a playing length of 46 inches. The xr16 was the first driver callaway created in conjunction with boeing with a speed. The callaway xr driver adjustments do not have the depth of adjustability as the big bertha models but having the ability to change lie, loft and shaft affects performance. When compared to the callaway xr pro iron, the xr will feature a larger head size and longer blade length from heel to toe, giving it that broadest appeal to the golf masses. R moto technology removes weight in the face to increase ball speed and create.
Its in the top 3 bestselling golf club drivers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as callaway mens xr pro 16 or taylormade r15 460. The callaway xr 16 pro driver is built primarily for low and middle handicap players. Callaway golf has been turning a lot of heads over the past five years with their reemergence as one of the leaders in the equipment industry. Callaway s new xr iron line, which includes the xr and xr pro irons, uses the companys new face cup 360 technology that improves ball speed and forgiveness for longer, more consistent. It was the same shaft in each driver and both heads were 10. Introduction callaway golf has been turning a lot of heads over the past five years with their reemergence as one of the leaders in the equipment industry. Callaway xr speed v xr16 pro joel tadman tests the new callaway xr speed driver and see how it compares with the. I for one appreciate the creativity from their marketing department and after getting to try their xr pro driver i also appreciate.
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