Dont forget that we are giving one of these callaway ftiq drivers away on october 20th. Not only is ftiq the longest driver weve ever developed, its also 35% straighter than fti, our previous benchmark for accuracy. Erste tests durch tour spieler bescheinigen dem callaway ftiq hervorragende spieleigenschaften. All you have to do is go comment on this post and you could win one of the very first ones. The hosts of the fitting room podcast recently sat down with rock ishii, senior director advanced golf ball research at callaway and 30year golf ball industry veteran who has been a part of the design of golf balls that have won 24 majors on the pga tour. Callaway ftiq tour driver details hyperbolic face technology is the cutting edge of driver face design, creating callaways highest ever ball speeds across the entire face. Due to the lack of availabilty of the original wrenches that came with the imix driver, we cannot guarantee that a wrench will be provided with this club. Founded in 1982 by the late ely callaway, the mission of callaway golf is to passionately pursue advanced, innovative technologies to sell the worlds best golf clubs, balls, and accessories. Ftiq driver callaway golf have pushed all boundaries with the new fti q driver. I had a chance to see and hit the new callaway ft tour driver yesterday. The callaway x hot driver benefits from ultra thin wall casting technology that works to create a lighter golf club configuration and an optimised centre of.
Golf monthlys neil tappin puts callaways ftiq driver. Its one of the most important clubs in your arsenal, right. Richardb club champion dec 14, the imix system also offers many options as far as loft and face angle. Pretty obvious why as it was the first real square club head and it split the golfing world in two when it was launched. The fti q is 30% straighter and longer that the ft5 which was the longest driver on tour in 2008 averaging 309. It was followed by the callaway ftiq driver, which had a squareish head. And you got yourself one of those nifty callaway mens drivers.
Shop callaway clearance to secure your golf clubs today. I saw a new callaway hyper x driver and a new ft5 driver in a closeout bin for a great price due to their age and was about to buy the hyper x because it was my understanding it was a bit more forgiving. Fusion technology creates maximum perimeter weighting by combining a carbon composite body with the titanium face cup. I cant wait to get this thing outside on the range. Callaway golf ftiq drivermizuno mx700 drivertaylor made golf burner. I just purchased the ft iq based on what it did in the simulator for me. The sleak looking new callaway ftiq driver has been designed using influences from lamborghini supercars and stealth jet fighters and the sample obtained by the todays golfer golf equipment team certainly echoes this. The centre of gravity height is half that of the fti, which means the callaway ft iq reduces spin for greater distance, while the launch angle has also been improved on the ft iq driver.
Firstly it was swiftly delivered to a convenient location. The shaft has been permanently fitted in the club head and will perform just as any regular ftiq driver would. The new callaway ft irons are the evolution of fusion technology, delivering the utmost in performance and playability in callaway golf irons for mid to low handicap players who demand the latest innovation with proven results. Golf monthlys neil tappin puts callaways ftiq driver through its paces. Rated 4 out of 5 by bucknye07 from consistantcy i purchased the callaway ft iq driver and has quickly became the most consistant club in my bag next to only my lob wedge. Callaway golf pushes the limits of performance to develop drivers that are designed to make every golfer a better player. Please buy my well cared for stuff and help me settle into a smaller house. Callaway ftiq, callaway ft3, fti, ping g5, g10, bang storm, geek golf fale safe, alpha. Get the best deals on callaway ft iq driver golf clubs when you shop the largest online selection at.
Callaway clearance golf clubs great clubs great price. Id be very surprised the the ftiq bearing in mind that the 9. Callaways top of the range model is designed to allow golfers at all levels to improve their driving. Callaway golf ftiq driver australian senior golfer. Most of my straight shots seemed adequately long and as many mentioned, has a more lower penetrating ball flight. First, my david letterman top 10 things about our trip to the big apple last week for the launch of callaway golfs new ftiq driver. Jun 20, 2018 callaway are readying what it describes as its straightest ever driver for the golf season in the form of the callaway ftiq driver. If applicable, include original headcover, fitting wrenchtool, and extra weights. Callaway golfs fti driver was the second squareheaded driver to hit. It isnt the best looking nor is it the newest driver out there.
Callaway ft iq imix driver 11 of loft, regular flex, fitted with a ust proforce hmoi 55g shaft. The callaway ftiq driver is built for maximum accuracy and forgiveness. Callaway ftiq driver a smart bomb golfonline youtube. Save now and score with new callaway golf clubs that will not break the bank. I have had the callaway x series driver and was pleased, but everything i read about the ftiq very much interested me. Callaway are readying what it describes as its straightest ever driver for the golf season in ftiq callaway form of the callaway ftiq driver. The ftiq tour driver features smart moi moment of inertia, hyperbolic face technology, intertial design, visible external weighting, and fusion technology in a sleek club head that is 0. I had the chance to test standard versions of the ft5 and fti, and well get to my oncourse impressions in just a bit. The ftiq is a solid 5 and blows all the other heads away the face feels extremely hot, the ball flight with my diamana blueboard is very penetrating, and only an absolute horrible swing will result in anything other than a straight ball flight. The ft iq is the straight hitting box shaped driver, while the ft 9 is the shot making, shot shaping round head driver. My favorite is still the ft iq just has a better feel to it. The callaway ftiq is not a driver for those who see shaping the ball as a priority, but prefer consistently long drives that split the middle of the fairway.
Nov 26, 2015 forgiveness has also been improved, with off centre hits flying straighter a fact the tg test team can back after hitting the driver during a top secret testing day. Jun 26, 2011 looking at purchasing a new ft iq driver with the recent decrease in prices on them. The ft iq is a solid 5 and blows all the other heads away the face feels extremely hot, the ball flight with my diamana blueboard is very penetrating, and only an absolute horrible swing will result in anything other than a straight ball flight. Few clubs have created as much interest as callaways fti on release. I just got my callaway ft5 driver today and i went out golfing.
Callaway ftiq imix driver 11 of loft, regular flex, fitted with a ust proforce hmoi 55g shaft. I bidded on many until i won the cu rrent new ft iq i have with a reg shaft. Forgiveness 910 the ftiq is quite a small driver going by the latest standards. Again, like the ft5 our pro hit it well and it stood up to most drivers on test but it didnt receive overwhelming praise from our testers and this keeps it back in the pack. Find golf club tradein and resales values for over 4,000 models of used golf clubs at the pga value guide, from leading manufacturers such as callaway, taylormade, taylor made, titleist, ping, odyssey, nike, cleveland, mizuno, cobra, adams, wilson. And everything on the callaway ftiq has been designed to improve on the market defining ft driver, with improvements made across the board.
In fact, players who tested imix clubs described them as indistinguishable. I believe the ft iq may be perfect for its target market, guys like me. You get to try it when, where, and how you want for two weeks before deciding if you want to buy it or not. No matter what i tried i couldnt get this driver to go anything but straight. This is going to sound really bad and it is but i dont really know what the length of the shaft is in my driver since i havent measured it whatever the fujikua 62 green stiff flex was that golf galaxy had in the store at the time. Callaway ftiq driver details hyperbolic face technology is the cutting edge of driver face design, creating callaways highest ever ball speeds across the entire face. The fti is the driver many people are curious about, and i was excited to give it a try. The callaway ft iq driver is built for maximum accuracy and forgiveness. Im working with callaways tour dept and testing the new lineup of drivers for 2009 and am. I have had the callaway x series driver and was pleased, but everything i read about the ft iq very much interested me. When it comes to callaway drivers, im more of an ft9 man than ftiq, and although i certainly recognize the benefit of the crowns unique shape on the draw version, im not terribly keen. Some couldnt wait to give it a whirl while others had trouble not bringing up their breakfasts just thinking about it. Looking at purchasing a new ftiq driver with the recent decrease in prices on them.
The ftiq driver features smart moi moment of inertia, hyperbolic face technology, intertial design, visible external weighting, and fusion technology in a. Save up to 90% on products certified by professionals. Jun 15, 2007 the ball flight and shot shape were very controllable, and its no surprise that this is the driver most callaway golf tour pros are using on a weekly basis. The centre of gravity height is half that of the fti, which means the callaway ftiq reduces spin for greater distance, while the launch angle has also been improved on the ftiq driver. It features an elongated and squared carbon composite body that increases accuracy and forgiveness, combined with a titanium face cup to distribute weight in key areas. Callaway ftiq shaft question clubs, grips, shafts, fitting. Nov 12, 2008 first, my david letterman top 10 things about our trip to the big apple last week for the launch of callaway golfs new ftiq driver. The club feels great and any time you are at the 150 stick and center of the fairway makes for an enjoybale round. New head shape is designed to appeal to accomplished players with a thinner topline, higher toe and slightly less offset. Drivers, fairway woods, hybrids, and putters should include all original accessories. You can also check callaway preowned to see if any used models are. Callaway are readying what it describes as its straightest ever driver for the golf season in the form of the callaway ftiq driver. Feb 03, 2010 when it comes to callaway drivers, im more of an ft9 man than ftiq, and although i certainly recognize the benefit of the crowns unique shape on the draw version, im not terribly keen. Description i think callaway has a hit on their hands with this one.
I saw a new callaway hyper x driver and a new ft 5 driver in a closeout bin for a great price due to their age and was about to buy the hyper x because it was my understanding it was a bit more forgiving. I believe the ftiq may be perfect for its target market, guys like me. Oct 08, 2008 golf monthlys neil tappin puts callaway s ft iq driver through its paces. Just bought it on friday and played my first round with it without practice on sunday. Dec 07, 2009 the full manufacturers warranty from callaway is only valid when the callaway ft iq tour driver is purchased from an internet authorized dealer. Callaway ft iq driver with a stiff fubuki okay, i want to say this is not the longest driver ive hit. The ftiq and ft9 heads represent the finest in driver technology callaway club. I just purchased the ftiq based on what it did in the simulator for me.
If this is your first time to mygolfspy we are giving away one of these drivers a month before they hit the storesand entering the contest couldnt be easiersee for yourself here. I have the imix shaft system and have used all of the callaway heads the ft 5, ft i, ft 9 and ft iq. My last driver was a taylormade r7 superquad which i felt was too lunky for my swing. We have had a lot of readers ever since we started out callaway ftiq contestasking for photos showing different angles of the new driver. Make more putts and hit longer drives all while capitalizing on the discounts we have to offer. This driver wants to hit the ball straight but if you dont put a good swing. Granted a couple years old, but i really like the square head drivers.
As advertised, it does want to hit a straight ball. Free shipping and free returns accompanied with worldclass support. Callaway ftiq imix driver callaway drivers golfbidder. I have the imix shaft system and have used all of the callaway heads the ft5, fti, ft9 and ftiq. Callaway golf pushes the limits of performance to develop drivers that are designed to. Please examine the pictures this is actual head cover that i will ship to you. Callaway ft iz driver the ft iz is not a bad driver by any means, i do like it but as far as callaway drivers go it is not my favorite. Callaway ft5 driver powers alvaro quiros to the longest driver on. Ftiq is a smart driver because power without precision is useless, said jeff colton, senior vice president, research and development, callaway golf. Callaway are readying what it describes as its straightest ever driver for the golf season in ftiq callaway form of the callaway ft iq driver. Currently im about a 20 handicap and my primary goal in a driver is to get more drives in the fairway. Acsd1948 26032018 i was very impressed with this purchase from golfbidder. We will match any internet authorized dealers best price on the callaway ft iq tour driver.
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