So far its working well, can still slice but its a bad shot, even hit some draws. The cleveland launcher 460 comp is a spinoff of the successful cleveland launcher titanium line. Looking back at cleveland launcher driver 2009, and. While my swing is in control, hitting this driver is a dream come true. The hibore crown and launcher cup face create the largest sweet spot in golf. The launcher hbs hi moi makes it incredibly stable on balls hit across the surface of the face. The launcher hb turbo remains the simple, fussfree and walletfriendly driver choice for golfers that should see gains in performance when using the correct shaft and loft combination. From the beginning of the 20th century all the way through to the middle 1980s, the standard mens driver length stood at 43. There is no question i have been an advocate for driver shaft length to be shorter than the current standard driver shaft lengths as offered by the various golf equipment companies. The cleveland launcher driver head has a 400cc surface area. I just read an article that asserts that tiger woods for most of his career used a driver of 43. This driver is basically a new total redesign from last years model, similar to the other high moi drivers in existence today.
Compared to the previous launcher the head of the dst looks much more traditional at address and not as deep back to front. Saving 25 grams compared to the average consumer driver primarily in the shaft and grip the 290 helps players generate increased clubhead speeds of 2mph on average. Cleveland golf started off as a company known for producing exquisite replicas of classic golf clubs from the 1940s and 1950s. Beyond the head design of the cleveland launcher, the longer, lighter fujikura fiton flightspeed shafts lead to higher swing speeds and additional yardage to make the new cleveland. Cleveland launcher lp single iron 6 iron cleveland actionlite steel steel stiff right handed 37. This is the first of the new generation 460cc drivers that fit my eye, and i was lucky to find a head only for sale here on wrx a couple of weeks ago. The price points due in part at least to the clevelands complete lack of.
The sound and feel at impact was good and the flight was about right for a forgiving hybrid and it was one of those clubs which is just good fun to hit, which was what i remember from cleveland hybrids of the past. Cleveland really has a winner with the new launcher hb turbo driver. Cleveland launcher hb irons graphite dicks sporting. The price points due in part at least to the cleveland s complete lack of. I am thinking of reshafting this driver with a ust low carb aflex shaft which i was very pleased with in my previous driver a cobra ss350.
The launcher hb turbo irons deliver maximum forgiveness and a higher trajectory for game improvement players seeking more accurate, longer shots. Cleveland launcher 2009 driver 9 fujikura fiton red. Jun 27, 2011 here is donal on the range with a golfbidder customer looking at the cleveland launcher driver from 2009. Id think youd maybe want a lower loft than normal, given that the whole premise behind composite crowns, was so that other weight could be placed lower in the head. Shaft length should be tailored to the individual, not a universal standard. Just finished my first range session with my selfbuilt 10. Translates into higher ballspeed and longer drives. Cleveland launcher lp single iron 5 iron cleveland actionlite steel steel stiff right handed 37. Shop golf wedges golf wedges for sale at cleveland golf. Cleveland launcher hb turbo driver golf equipment and. Cleveland golf launcher hb irons 8 iron set graphite. Moi, is the best measurement for a golf clubs forgiveness.
The 2009 launcher driver features low spin, a mid trajectory and high moi, it is the longest and straightest launcher driver that cleveland golf has ever produced. If you fancy a hit with one then why not take advantage of the golfbidder trial period. Closest replacement shaft 2004 launcher 460 comp driver launcher comp graphite fujikura s. Featuring hollow long irons for explosive distance and cavity back short irons for ultimate control, launch it with the new cleveland launcher uhx irons. Lighter, shaft, ligher driver, all equate to longer distances in most cases.
I have been playing my launcher ti460 for 2 years now and have not found a driver yet to beat it. This product ships directly from cleveland please allow 710 days delivery. Cleveland unveils new launcher driver, woods and irons. Shaft for a cleveland launcher ti460 clubs, grips, shafts. Also, due to the hibores radical design, slight misses low or high traveled much further and straighter more than shots struck offcenter with my r7. Cleveland launcher 460 driver this has been my driver for the past 3 years, and i have no desire to look into a replacement anytime soon. Cleveland golf is a premier manufacturer of mens golf clubs, equipment and accessories. To help you launch it longer, the cleveland launcher hb driver has an an ultralightweight hosel that optimizes weighting for high, long, and straight drives. Decided to get a quality used driver and found this launcher 330, regular 65 shaft, 9. Coefficient of restitution of this club is around 830. If you are looking for a driver this year, check out the cleveland launcher dst houston, we are ready for blast off. The 460cc clubhead is a combination of fiber composite and titanium. I have been afraid for the last 2 seasons to drop down to anything below 10.
Just completed the ultimate set of clubs for my 50th birthday. Cleveland introduced, or should i say reintroduce, the new cleveland launcher this year. Choose from numerous shaft and grip types along with lie and loft adjustments. Make offer cleveland fujikura launcher silver r regular flex graphite 7 wood shaft. The launcher hb irons put easytohit technology and new confidence in your golf bag.
Cleveland golf offers a vast array of customization options for its rtx 4 and cleveland cbx wedges. It is also priced a little cheaper than its sibling and with the excellent fujikura shaft it is a very competitive driver for the price. The cleveland launcher dst driver replaces both the launcher and the hibore monster xls in the cleveland range and it is a worthy replacement. Nov 08, 2008 the launcher 09 driver with fit on gold takes a little adjustment time to get used to, but once you do, you are gold. Sep 20, 2017 the hb in the name is short for hibore and that name has been awol even longer since the wonderfully named cleveland hibore monster xls driver of 2009. Year club model shaft description shaft manufacture flex shaft wt. Sep 10, 2008 and compared to the older versions the new 2009 cleveland launcher will have the following.
Photos of 2009 cleveland launcher driver mygolfspy. The next evolution of launcher and hibore technologies combine to produce exceptional speed, distance, and control. The club offers a higher launch angle when compared to the previous 330 launcher model. Pear shaped 460cc clubhead has a solid, responsive feel and sound. The launcher uhx irons deliver the perfect blend of distance and accuracy. You get to try it when, where, and how you want for two weeks before deciding if you want to buy it or not. Turbocharged cup face the new turbocharged cup face, enhanced with a new variable face, provides higher cor over a larger impact area for increased ball speeds and more distance. The cleveland launcher hb driver offers incredible ball speeds and more distance off the tee. Start hitting shots higher, straighter and farther than ever before while playing cleveland golf launcher hb irons. Driver shaft length creep clubs, grips, shafts, fitting. Here is donal on the range with a golfbidder customer looking at the cleveland launcher driver from 2009.
The driver i received has a 46 play length, not the advertised 45. The composite crown is much lighter than a traditional titanium one and this allows cleveland to redistribute 25 grams of weight to other areas of the head. This driver actually has a taller centerofclubface than cleveland s launcher 460 comp and roughly as deep a face as the nike sq. Cleveland launcher hb turbo driverthe launcher hb turbo driver delivers more speed off the tee for avid golfers seeking higher, longer, and straighter drives. Kua was reintroduced for this club and offers a smooth, stable yet is very lightweight. But i must say, it has me a bit puzzled as to why they didnt come up with a new name.
Cleveland launcher lp single iron 8 iron cleveland actionlite steel steel stiff right handed 36. Cleveland launcher 2009 driver 9 fujikura fiton red stiff flex graphite rh condition rating. The cleveland launcher hb fairway has the next evolution of launcher and hibore technologies which combine to produce exceptional speed, distance, and control. Everything you need to know about driver shaft weight. The new cleveland launcher dst is ready for prime time. That driver featured a dramatic step in the crown to move the weight low and back and the launcher hb has a modern and thankfully smaller hibore step in the crown to do the same thing. This price is under wraps due to manufacturer advertising policies.
The cleveland launcher hb clubs will come stock with miyazaki c. And compared to the older versions the new 2009 cleveland launcher will have the following. Other great gear to go with your cleveland golf launcher hb driver cleveland golf launcher hb hybrid. Sep 20, 2017 the launcher hb hybrid sole has the same flexfin design that is on the driver and fairway to aid ball speed and launch. The 2009 cleveland launcher fairway wood has an 11% larger face than any of its predecessors in the launcher range to provide extra forgiveness on off center mishits. You can also personalize your wedge with up to 3 initials, 20 different paint fill colors, 6 laseretched skins. Flex and i think maybe if i change the shaft out i can increase the feel and performance of it. Cleveland launcher 460 driver w prolaunch shaft this driver is great i went from hitting my drivers about 230 to hitting them anywhere from 260285. The backspin is also lower and the moment of inertia is on the higher side.
Taylormade original one mini driver vs m6 driver using same mini length shaft. Driver shaft length are you shorting yourself using a 46. Moi increased moi by adding a 17 gram horseshoe to rear of club. I just checked all of cleveland s current drivers, and every one of them are 0. None of the drives are short and when i do have everything right it performs well. Genuine right handed cleveland launcher gold 3wood, with 15 degrees loft, and a stiff cleveland launcher graphite shaft and grip. Designed to blend distance and forgiveness, launcher hb irons feature hybridlike long irons and ironlike short irons to give you distance and control where you need it most. Hibore crown the new hibore crown moves the center of gravity low and deep, promoting a highlaunch, lowspin trajectory. Sleek, modern looks, with the performance to match makes it a prime candidate for anyone looking to get the ball higher in the air and gaining some extra distance. Cleveland launcher hb driver launcher driver on sale. To boost ball speeds, flexfin technology, a launcher cup face, and the allnew hibore crown help you can bomb it with explosive distance. In addition to their hibore driver and other new, innovative drivers, they have gone back to their roots producing classically styled drivers. The cleveland launcher driver has always been built on a hi moi platform and the 2017 cleveland launcher hb driver is no exception.
Then a couple other models followed before the modern launcher driver meaning. Cleveland launcher hb driver 2019 on sale carls golfland. Closest replacement shaft 2004 launcher 460 comp driver launcher comp graphite fujikura s 65. The composite crown is much lighter than a traditional titanium one and this allows cleveland. Cleveland launcher hb draw turbo driver miyazaki c. Compared to the cleveland hibore monster xls range, the cleveland launcher driver is more of a players club as the higher moment of inertia means it is easier to work the ball with this club. Im a very consistent and straight hitter but can use all the help i can get on distance since my typical drive is about 210 yards. It initially felt a little shorter shaft wise, but the control that shorter length shaft offered paired with such yardage off the tee made for a killer combo. This gives you have higher launch and more carry distance. However i do feel i can get more out of it than i do.
The new hibore crown promotes higher ball speed through the crown flexing at impact and a desirable highlaunch, lowspin trajectory from a lower centerofgravity. Cleveland launcher drivers feature an ultralightweight hosel design to keep weight low and deep. The first cleveland launcher driver appeared many years ago and was relaunched in 2002. I love the shaft it allows me to have to stiff shaft without sacraficing any hieght. Replacement shaft mpf code 2004 launcher 460 comp driver launcher comp graphite fujikura a,r 55. Get hybrid technology in every iron and start hitting it higher, straighter, and farther today with the cleveland launcher hb turbo irons. The cleveland launcher graphite shaft fairway woods are a highly sought after club favoured by many pros. Nov 26, 2015 the cleveland launcher 460cc driver is a driver for golfers with a high swing speed. I have a 2006 ti460 cleveland launcher, with the standard cleveland sliver aflex shaft, and the clubs length is 45. Preowned cleveland golf m launcher 2009 fairway wood. Cleveland launcher 2009 9 degree driver regular flex. I really liked that fact that this driver came in a 45.
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