As i learned more however, there is nothing old school about the technology behind the cleveland classic driver. 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. Unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers. I think overall they did a nice job with the drivers and the stock shaft offering. 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 classic 290 has a total club weight of 290 grams. Buy new and used cleveland classic 290 driver from the best golf shop. For 2012, cleveland brings that old school looking driver back paired with new school performance. Their sister company miyazaki will be providing all the shafts for their new sticks which is a nice touch. The classic 290 has a unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers. 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 end result is a classically beautiful driver that meets todays distance demands. Shop our selection of wedges, putters and custom golf clubs.
Cleveland classic 290 driver discount prices for golf. No reason other than it should give me the highest clubhead speed and the most distance. Features and benefits of the cleveland classic 290 driver. Cleveland s new premium driver for 20, the classic xl custom, is the companys first adjustable driver. 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. Cleveland headcovers classic, cg, launcher, dst, xls, xl. Cleveland golf introduces the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver. Whether youre looking for a classic cleveland driver or a modern model, like the launcher hb, weve got you covered. 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. Recent cleveland drivers are all derived from their earlier models. The middle model in cleveland s new launcher ultralite series, the company says the cleveland launcher sl290 weighs 25g less than the average driver at 290g, to. The face promotes a hot, penetrating ball flight while maxcor2 technology provides maximum distance on offcenter hits.
The launcher ultralite family consists of four distinct driver models, each of which has been. You cant have that option out there and not give it a try. Cleveland golf headcovers, classic, cg black, launcher, dst, xls, xl, hi bore, mashie, halo, w, driver, fairway, hybrid, cleveland, headcover. Cleveland classic 290 0 cleveland classic 270 0 please sign in or register to vote in this poll. Clevland drivers 270 290 310 general equipment talk. The cleveland classic 290 driver is one of the coolestlooking efforts by cleveland to date. New cleveland classic leather 270 290 310 driver golf headcover by cleveland classic. While it looks like the smaller headed persimmon woods of yesteryear, the classic weighs just 270g 290g and tour model available, delivers long teeshots and boasts cleveland s largest ever face for a huge hitting area and increased forgiveness. Traditional pearshaped profile in a club head inspires confidence at address and allows for shotshaping control.
Cleveland is reentering the driver market with the launcher hb, a featherweight piece of lumber designed to help casual players hit higher, straighter drives. The look of the cleveland classic might be my favorite looking driver in the last 4 of 5 years. We tried the 290g version, but theres also a 270g shown here and 310g tour version, as well the 270g. Drivers, fairway woods, hybrids, and putters should include all original accessories. Cleveland 2006 wseries hi bore hybrid womens hi bore hybrid silver graphite womens 75. Sole design and color designed to look like a persimmon driver. In fact, the cleveland classic 290 driver has been compared to a wrecking ball on a stick for its sheer power and solid sound. The next hole was a downhill 380yd par 4 and i pulled my driver again. The gold sole plate, mahogany paint, classic shape and deep face create a.
The look of the cleveland classic might be my favorite looking driver in the last 4. The cleveland classic driver has a unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers. Pear shaped club head inspires is pleasing to the eye has greater shot shape control. Although the mechanics of the classic family are pretty similar, the different weights can help compensate for swing problems. At 290 total grams this club is light for easy swinging, yet i found i could really go. The gold sole plate, mahogany paint, classic shape and deep face create a stunning look. I chose it because it drastically reduced my spin rate. 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 cleveland golf was the first brand to release a 460cc driver when the launcher 460 hit retail in 2003. The launcher xl270 driver one three new ultralite drivers released by cleveland golf in 2011. Even off center hits flew far, and my average distance went up by 1015 yards.
The cleveland classic tour driver has a unique sole design and color scheme inspired by persimmon drivers. Cleveland golf is a top manufacturer of high quality, golf clubs for men and women. Cleveland classic 290 driver cleveland drivers golfbidder. Cleveland 2011 xl270, sl290, tl310 drivers first look. The company got its start under the leadership of namesake roger cleveland, who founded the company in 1979. Find out more about the classic 290 driver from cleveland golf. Visit for lots of product info and specs and to tradein your clubs. I know almost everything in golf is what feels right to you, but my r9 is a 460 head and so are the 270 and 290 drivers, however the 310 is a 440. After much toing and froing i want to pick one of these over all the other drivers i have investigated. 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 new model is a revamped version of cleveland s classic driver from last year, which featured a gold and burgandy paint scheme that made the 440cc head look like a a blown up version of the persimmon drivers that were popular decades ago. This driver is for those who appreciate finely crafted driver design and wish to advance their games through the latest innovative technology. They made their debut at the 2011 pga merchandise show and have since been aiding the driver market in their own weight loss initiative. Kua 39r special edition shaft that seemed to complement the driver and my swing perfectly. Cleveland 290 classic driver the cleveland 290 classic driver is the most advanced combination of style and performance in a titanium driver. For the last two years ive been playing the 09 taylor made burner and average approximately 286 yards. In short, the cleveland classic 290 is for anyone who plays the game.
Description 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. It has a pearshaped profile with the largest, deepest club face ever produced by cleveland golf. I hit the cleveland 270, 290, and 310 and was really smacking the 310 farther than the rest, and farther than my r9. The first thing i noticed when i saw cleveland golfs new line of drivers was the old school look of the club. Changed from a ping i15 with pings standard stiff shaft. For this months we tried it section, we tested four new offerings from cleveland golf and never compromise. Currently play cleveland classic 290, miyazaki kusala x61 extra stiff i forget which colour it is. For those that have experience with the xl tour, the classic 290 still has that same. I just finished playing my first 18 holes with my new cleveland classic 290 10. In addition to their hibore driver and other new, innovative drivers, they have gone back to their roots producing classically styled drivers. Originally cleveland filled a niche market producing high quality replicas of classic golf clubs from the 1940s and 1950s but soon became regarded as. Im looking to replace my mx560 with a cleveland classic driver this winter and i think im probably going with the 270. Cleveland golf started off as a company known for producing exquisite replicas of classic golf clubs from the 1940s and 1950s.