Drivers & Putters

By Mike Stachura Photos by Andrew Bryce Myers

July 22, 2014

TAYLORMADE SLDR S

TaylorMade drivers have had adjustable hosels for years, but not the SLDR S. The weight saved by not having one lowers the center of gravity. That means less spin, which fuels distance.$330

COBRA BIO CELL PRO

Better players don't need the forgiveness of 460 cubic centimeters, so here's a 440cc head. What they need are adjustments with lower lofts (check) and fade settings (check).$300

DUNLOP SPORTS XXIO8

Japan's best-selling driver brand debuts in America with a fresh theory: A lighter grip and heavier head equals more swing control and power at impact.$600

PING G30

The latest G-series driver from Ping continues its oversize shape and emphasis on forgiving your mis-hits, but adds crown ridges for better air flow and faster swing speed.$385

Counterbalanced putters and adjustable putters have a common attribute: changing the weight of your putter for a better fit. Counterbalanced putters add length and/or mass at the grip to shift the club's center of gravity toward your hands for a smoother stroke. And though we've seen adjustable weights in drivers for years, a putter with changeable weights can be tuned to better match your stroke or even the speed of the greens. One other benefit of those heavier designs: More mass means off-center hits will roll more like center strikes.1. RIFE SWITCHBACKThe cool part about this putter? You can adjust the head weight to your liking (from 350 to 380 grams) using interchangeable heel and toe weights.$235

ODYSSEY METAL-X MILLED VERSA (#7)

The contrast of black and white encourages good alignment, the milled face pattern promotes a smooth roll, and the extended heel and toe help keep the head stable.$350

TITLEIST SCOTTY CAMERON SELECT NEWPORT 2 DUAL BALANCE

Counterbalanced putters can still look classic. The extra length on the grip puts 50 grams above your hands, neatly balanced by a head that's 50 grams heavier.$350

BETTINARDI BB55 COUNTERBALANCE

For this counter-balanced putter, 42 grams were added to the top of the 38-inch shaft. The equally heavier head helps promote forgiveness.$350

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TAYLORMADE SLDR S

COBRA BIO CELL PRO

DUNLOP SPORTS XXIO8

PING G30

ODYSSEY METAL-X MILLED VERSA (#7)

TITLEIST SCOTTY CAMERON SELECT NEWPORT 2 DUAL BALANCE

BETTINARDI BB55 COUNTERBALANCE

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