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TaylorMade Qi4D LS

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$650
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Why we like it

  • This compact model (although still 460cc) is built for low spin through its lower, more forward center of gravity and increased speed through enhanced aerodynamic shaping.
  • Those aerodynamic improvements include softening where the top of the face and the start of the crown meet, as well as tucking the rear weight port within the rear perimeter.
  • Two adjustable sole weights (15 and four grams) can be flipped between front and back to reduce spin, increase stability, or change trajectory.
  • An updated design of the slot in the sole (thinner in the middle and wider at the heel and toe) improves the way the lower portion of the face flexes compared to the Qi35.
  • A new shaft-fitting algorithm, based on 11 million shots captured during the past two decades, analyzes the rate a golfer closes the face coming into impact and then matches that tendency to one of three shaft profiles to improve center-face contact.
  • The composite face maximizes deflection on center and off-center locations thanks to a new variable-thickness pattern arranged through 60 layers of carbon composite.
  • Part of that new face design also includes added face curvature from the crown to the sole to produce more consistent speed, spin and launch on mis-hits.
  • Top 5 in Look, low-handicaps
  • MOI rating: Moderate
  • 8, 9, 10.5 degrees (with a 12-way adjustable hosel)

Hot List score breakdown

Performance
5.0
50%*
Innovation
5.0
30%*
Look / Sound / Feel
5.0
20%*
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Range Results

We tracked 20,000 shots through player testing and then had them analyzed by our team of scientists. These graphics reflect the relative performance our players saw for each club in the category.

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TaylorMade Qi4D LS

The re-engineered head profile of the Qi4D LS driver increases ball speed thanks to improved aerodynamics developed through advanced simulations. This traditional address shape is based on feedback from world-class players, and helps create confidence on every shot.

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