Description The R7 Quad features TaylorMade Launch Control (TLC) - a sophisticated system that permits discretionary clubhead weight to be redistributed in six configurations by means of TLC cartridges and TLC po...
Summary: After playing Cleveland drivers for the last 6 years, the Hibore XL my last driver, I decided to give Taylor Made a try after holding the R7 Limited in my hands at the pro shop.( bought one new on E-Bay for $150 instead of the $399 the Pro Shop wanted) I really liked the triangle shaped head, and was intrigued by the movable weights technology.
I took the R7 Limited out to the driving range the day I got it, excited yet a bit concerned that I wouldn't hit it any better than my Hibore XL and had wasted $150. I put the weights in the 'draw' position- the 16 gram weight in the heel and the two 1 gram weights in the middle and toe slots. Upon the first swing I noticed right away that my fade (sometimes slice, you know how it goes) had been eliminated. I hit about 25 balls and everyone of them went straight or had a slight draw on them. I didn't seem to gain or lose any distance, the ball seemed to go as far as the Hibore XL. I did notice the R7 Limited had a bit of a muted sound compared to the Hibore, but felt solid and I could feel the ball exploding off the clubface.
Well, yesterday I took my R7 Limited out to the course to play 18. I hit some poor pulls and thins the first few holes, and then I seemed to get the feel of the club and got into a rhythm. Man, let me tell you, when I finally put a good swing on it, I boomed the ball right down the middle with a slight draw. I can't explain how sweet the feeling was, I had never had that feeling with any other driver. I continued to boom it hole after hole, and noticed that I was at least 10-15 yards further than I usually was on these holes. On the 18th, a 420 yard dogleg Par-4,I usually am about 170-180 out after my drive- occasionally 160. Well, yesterday after hitting the R7 Limited, I was at 145 yards- closer than I had ever been before.
All I can say is WOW!! What a marvelous piece of equipment. I am in love with the R7 Limited. The red Ozik shaft goes great with the black clubhead as well- a great look. A reviewer in Golf Magazines' Club Test said the R7 Limited was his WoW club, and called her "Crush-a-rama". I completely concur. I would recommend this club to anyone- it may take 40 balls or so to get used to it, but once you do, you'll be saying 'WOW!' as well. Great Driver.
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Review Date August 11, 2009
Overall Rating 1 of 5
Value Rating 1 of 5
Reviewed by: yashin(Unregistered User)
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Shoots in the 80s
Model Reviewed: Taylor Made R7 Limited
Summary: I have always used Taylor Made Drivers.I bought this one yesterday & played with it today.I used it in the neutral position.I have to say this is the worst driver I have ever used from Taylor Made.I was about twenty yards shorter than usual with a big slice.This is one driver that will be going back to the pro shop.
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Review Date July 25, 2009
Overall Rating 5 of 5
Value Rating 5 of 5
Reviewed by: golfsteady(Unregistered User)
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Shoots in the 70s
Model Reviewed: Taylor Made R7-Limited
Summary: For the past 6 years I have been playing a ping G2 driver . I have constantly been looking for a better driver but could not find any that performed as good for me.
Recently I tried a TM R7 Limited driver and was extremely pleased.It is ver consitent and about 15 yards longer than my G2.
Specs are:
Matrix Ozik Shaft
Regular Flex
Loft: 10.5 degrees
In testing many drivers this is the best one for me.
I paly it in the neutral setting. This club has everything that you need and it is at a great ptice with the new R9's being out.
Try one and you will be pleasantly surprised.A simp[ly great product.
Customer Service: None required
Similar Products Used: Ping G2, Titleist D2, Nike Sq, Ping G10 and others
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Review Date July 21, 2009
Overall Rating 4 of 5
Value Rating 5 of 5
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Reviewed by: Garry(Unregistered User)
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Shoots in the 100s
Model Reviewed: Taylor Made r7 quad
Summary: I'm a new golfer (under 1 year), high handicap (golf), but a "big, strong guy" as described by other players. My set driver is a Nicaulus 10 deg. "i" flex that cracks at the corners every time I get it replaced. I "borrowed" the 9.5 stiff flex driver from a friend (picked it up for $25) and I CRUSH this club... sometimes. I don't have a big frame of reference, but the first time I hit this at the range, it was nuts. In play, I'm regularly 280-290, with a few moments of brilliance. I haven't moved the weights around, as I prefer the idea of fixing my swing, but I love the solid feel and feedback when I hit one correctly. I've hit 347 in no wind with a skinny fairway that is flat, but unforgiving. I've also popped up like I hit a PW.
Bottom line on my review... go hit a few clubs and find what you like. This one will serve me fine until I know what to look for. I can beat the crap out of the ball with it, but I can also put a wicked top spin on the ball that barely gets me past the kids' tee box.. I can say that I haven't broken it yet, although it hasn't been for lack of effort.
Similar Products Used: Cleveland, Nickaulus, Taylor Made.
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Review Date April 3, 2009
Overall Rating 5 of 5
Value Rating 5 of 5
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Reviewed by: Andrew(Unregistered User)
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Shoots in the 100s
Model Reviewed: R7 Quad
Summary: I recently bought myself a used, but still in great condition, R7. I love it, it added nearly 60 yards to my game off the tee. I've only played 1 round with it so far but I am chomping at the bits to get out there again and let this thing rip.
Similar Products Used: Callaway X series, Burner, r7, r7 Draw, r7 Quad HT
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