TaylorMade Driver Comparison

TaylorMade has two major brands, the R series and the Burner series. Each is geared toward a certain type of player. The R series is designed for better players, with many models targeting workability and low launch angles for faster swingers. The Burner series emphasizes forgiveness and large hitting areas.

TaylorMade has made an effort to target every type of player. Look for certain brands within the brand like TP and CGB to determine who should play the driver. TP, short for Tour Preferred, is geared toward better players looking for workability and a lower, more penetrating ball flight.

TaylorMade introduced MWT (movable weight technology) into its R series drivers in an effort to help golfers gain a more repeatable ball flight off the tee. Players looking for more of a draw bias can move around the weighted screws to place more weight in the heel of the club head to promote a high draw. MWT is featured in the R7, R7 CGB Max and R9. The Burner series does not have MWT in any model.

In 2009 TaylorMade introduced flight control technology (FCT) in the R9 series drivers. FCT allows players to adjust the lie, loft and face angle of drivers on the fly. Players can open or close the club face up to two degrees in either direction, resulting in a 10-yard fade or 20-yard draw, according to company claims. The R9 has eight different settings, and MWT for more personalizing options.

Movable weights and flight control are all part of TaylorMade's effort to fit every players' swing to the right driver. By altering weight placement and face angle, chronic hooks and slices can be mitigated. Like a tourniquet meant to stop the bleeding, these measures will make an instant impact on your accuracy and distance.

With so many TaylorMade offerings, it can be overwhelming to choose the model that fits you best. Consult a club fitter who can match your swing speed, ball flight and launch conditions with the right driver.