Callaway FT-iQ Overview/Technology-
The Callaway FT-iQ is certainly one of the most interesting drivers of 2009′. The shape looks more like a torpedo than a driver but I must say, the reviews thus far have been favorable. Top that off with a Gold rating by Golf Digest Hot Drivers list, and you’ve got a potential winner here that will make a big impact this Spring.
The carbon fiber shell provides a an overall improvement to the head stability of the driver. By utilizing a hyperbolic X-design in the cupface and rear-weighted along with a stretched square shape, the MOI on this club stretches the limit of the PGA standard. The ball launch is considered higher than that of the FT-i, it’s predessor. In addition, the driver boasts a much lower spin rate than that of the FT-i.
Take a look at this review of the Callaway FT-iQ driver-
Callaway FT-iQ Spec Sheet-
Face Height…………….: 53 mm
Face Area……………….: 43.7 cm
Front to Back…………..: 112 mm
Heel to Toe……………..: 103 mm
Shaft Length (stock)…: 45 in
MOI………………………..: EXTREME (bordering on illegal:)
| 9º | 58.0º | RH Only |
| 10º | 58.0º | RH / LH |
| 11º | 58.0º | RH / LH |
| 13 HTº | 58.0º | RH Only |
Actual Player Feedback-
“Very straight with a muted sound at impact”
“Explosive off the clubface”
“… it’s HOT”
Callaway FT-iQ Driver
Pros/Positives-
A very high tech driver that provides a feeling of confidence at address. The stealthy looking head shape provide a larger hitting area while keeping the sleek design. The extreme MOI provides a the average golfer with the resources to launch the ball with ease. New Mitsubishi Fubuki shaft nails it as being state of the art.
Cons/Negatives-
The closed club face does take the “workability” away from the scratch or low handicap golfer.
Overall/Rating-
The Callaway FT-iQ will become a hit for sure. The club is designed with the recreational player in mind, an extremely high MOI coupled with a low spin, provides all the ammunition for a straight, long ball. The fact that it is fitted at the factory with a Mitsubishi Fubuki, one of the hottest driver shafts on the market, makes this driver a must-see, must-try, driver for 2009′!
I have the tour spec version of this with the stiff 63 x5 Fubuki. all my past drivers have gone high and dropped out the sky, this driver with the shaft puts a perfect arc on the flight and has put 10 yards plus on all my drives. i hit a long ball anyway but this is even longer. easily noticed on par 5’s at my club where i would go for the green in 2 shots with second shot being 4 or 3 iron – now its 5 or 6 iron…i kid you not! the 8.5 tour spec is a killer club…finally a driver worth the money. and i dont beleive the ‘you cant shape it ‘ with a square head argument…i can fade and draw as easily as before … very happy 4 handicap golfer i am!
Best Driver I’ve ever hit. Long and straight and very forgiving. I hit this at a “demo days” event last month. I almost did not hit the square headed thing ’cause I wrote it off as some kind of Toyz-R-Us club. Boy was I wrong! After trying several shaft/head combinations, I went with the 10* head and a Speeder 686 stiff shaft (I-mix). Unbelievable distance and straightness and I love the muted sound at impact (no more “tinny/metalic” sound of the FT-5 and FT-i series). And, yes, this club is workable… you can still hit a fade or draw easily if you know how to adjust your stance and swing. Best club I’ve ever owned! Job well done Callaway!