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Cobra HS9
cobragolf.com
(800) 225-8500 | $399
 The HS9 series from Cobra is built for those who want distance, accuracy and a wide range of shaft and loft options.
Features: The three drivers in the series all have High Modulus Carbon Integration, a tri-weighting scheme and an oversized clubface for an enlarged sweet spot.
Advantages: Golfers can choose between three models: the HS9 X, designed for lower handicaps; the HS9 F, for those who prefer a slight draw bias; and the HS9 M, for the player who craves the best blend of distance and sidespin correction.
Benefits: With three different drivers to choose from, it’s a safe bet there’s a driver for everyone.
What We Like: The club looks long, feels long and, frankly, is pretty darn long.
Lineup: HS9 X, HS9 F, HS9 M, X/F/M Speed Series
Clubhead: Titanium (cast), Carbon
Clubface: Beta-titanium (milled)
Volume: 460cc
Lofts: 9°, 10°, 10.5°, 12° (available LH)
Shafts: Cobra/Graphite Design YS graphite (X, S, R, A, L)
| Cobra X/Speed Pro Series
cobragolf.com
(800) 225-8500 | $479
 Cobra is making a name on the PGA Tour by building the company’s first driver with direct input from Cobra Staff Tour pros.
Features: The X/Speed Pro Series is designed with a high MOI to create a high-launch, pro-spin trajectory, while maintaining Cobra’s commitment to placing a premium on powerful distance.
Advantages: There are two models to choose from: the X/Speed Pro S (shallow face), with a 4500 g/cm2 MOI rating for a high launch and mid-low spin; and the X/Speed Pro D (deep face), with a 4900 g/cm2 for a high launch and low spin.
Benefits: Better players who prefer the aggressive bomb-and-flop-it style of play.
What We Like: Beautiful aesthetics and trajectory.
Lineup: X/Speed: Pro Series S, Pro Series D
Clubhead: Titanium (cast)
Clubface: Beta-titanium (milled)
Volume: 460cc
Lofts: 8.5°, 9.5°, 10.5° (available LH)
Shafts: X/Speed Pro D: Aldila VS Proto 65 graphite (X, S); X/Speed Pro S: Fujikura Speeder PRO graphite (X, S)
| Cleveland HiBore XL
clevelandgolf.com
(800) 999-6263 | $299
 The HiBore XL is poised to help even more golfers hit it longer and straighter.
Features: The HiBore XL is a larger version of the original that features Cleveland’s “Distance Driven Geometry” that propels the ball off the face higher and farther than ever before. Better yet, the HiBore XL is mega-forgiving.
Advantages: Due to the Inverted Crown design and the oversized chassis of the HiBore XL, Cleveland was able to push the CG not only away from the face, but also as low as possible. The whole clubface is hot!
Benefits: Players who want high and deep drives.
What We Like: Pow! The golf ball launches off the face higher and farther than any other Cleveland driver we’ve ever tried. It’s that good.
Lineup: HiBore, HiBore XL, HiBore XL Tour, 460 Comp, Ti460, Ti460 Offset
Clubhead: Titanium (cast)
Clubface: Titanium (forged)
Volume: 460cc
Lofts: 8.5°, 9.5°, 10.5°, 11.5°, 16° (9.5°, 10.5° available LH)
Shafts: Fujikura HiBore XL Gold graphite (S, R, A); Custom shafts available
| Cobra Speed LD
cobragolf.com
(800) 225-8500 | $375
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 Cobra stretched out the Speed LD drivers to the USGA max.
Features: With a 5000 inertia value, the Speed LD drivers are stretched to the edges of the USGA’s 5” x 5” regulations. In other words, these drivers are bigger and stronger for straighter and longer tee shots.
Advantages: The milled Dual Rhombus face insert has an enlarged hitting area for greater forgiveness. The Fastback Crown slopes down for a low CG.
Benefits: Players who want distance. The offset version is also a viable option for slicers who need to keep the banana ball at bay.
What We Like: The deep dimples on the crown make for a menacing look.
Lineup: Speed: LD F, LD M Straight Neck, LD M Offset, LD M OS Seniors, LD M OS Women’s
Clubhead: Titanium (cast)
Clubface: Beta-titanium (milled)
Volume: 460cc
Lofts: LD F: 9°, 10.5°; LD M: 10.5°, 12°; LD M Offset: 9°, 10.5°; LD M OS Senior: 12°; LD M OS Women’s: 13° (avail. LH)
Shafts: Aldila NV and NVS graphite (S, R); Mitsubishi Bassara graphite (A, L)
| Golfworks CT 250 Max-M
golfworks.com
(800) 848-8358 | $169
 We’ve heard a lot about carbon on the crown, but in the sole?
Features: The CT 250 Max-M driver features high-strength composite in the rear sole region of the clubhead, which along with twin nickel weights serve to increase the driver’s MOI and COR ratings.
Advantages: Despite being a driver with a high MOI, this big stick has a traditional look at address. Flip it over, and the sole is what makes the difference. Benefits: Players who want to hit the ball straighter and farther, and who like to assemble their clubs on their own. Speaking of which, this club can be customized or can come in a complete kit, including a graphite shaft. (Custom shafts are also available.)
What We Like: An innovative idea and the price is tough to beat. Nice fairway woods, too.
Lineup: Golfworks has several options available in either component or complete club options.
Clubhead: Titanium, Carbon (cast)
Clubface: Beta-titanium (forged)
Volume: 460cc
Lofts: 9.5°, 10.5°
Shafts: CT250 graphite (S, R)
| Dunlop LoCo Dart
dunlopsportsonline.com
(800) 235-5516 | $249
 An affordable, adjustable-weight driver with the advantages of carbon-crown technology for that extra-low CG.
Features: By using brass and aluminum weights, golfers can adjust launch and spin characteristics. The carbon crown displaces weight toward the heel and sole for added forgiveness.
Advantages: The Harrison 3.5 D Dart graphite shaft is perfectly tuned to the LoCo Dart clubhead to help produce extra distance.
Benefits: Beginners will find the LoCo Dart easy to use; seasoned golfers will appreciate the solid sound, feel and performance off the tee. The Harrison shaft is a great value!
What We Like: The retro-looking mirrored face really reduces spin, and the weighting kit is a cinch to use.
Lineup: LoCo Pro, LoCo Dart, LoCo
Clubhead: Beta-titanium (forged), Carbon
Clubface: Beta-titanium (forged)
Volume: 442cc Lofts: 9°, 10.5° (10.5° available LH)
Shafts: Harrison 3.5 D Dart graphite (S, R)
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