TaylorMade claims that its new range of Qi10 Max, Qi10 LS and Qi10 drivers ‘unlocks a new frontier of forgiveness’, with the Qi10 Max model hitting the elusive total Moment of Inertia of 10,000 g-cm².
In its simplest form, higher MOI equals more forgiveness. Higher MOI reduces head rotation on off-centre impacts, protecting ball speed on mishits and delivering more consistent launch conditions. This is measurable forgiveness. The Qi10 Max driver boasts a combined total MOI of 10,000 g-cm², a feat that is the result of advanced lightweight materials, a reinvented head shape and strategic placement of mass.
Brian Bazzel, TaylorMade’s vice president of Product Creation, said: “We’re all about breaking barriers and never looking back. From the first metalwood to 60X Carbon Twist Face, once we commit and cross a threshold, we continue to push the boundaries of innovation. Achieving the 10K inertia mark is yet another one of those in the long history of TaylorMade driving the industry forward.”
Qi10 MAX
The formula for achieving optimal performance in a 10K MOI driver requires the unified integration of four key technologies.
Advanced Construction with Infinity Crown – TaylorMade’s advanced construction techniques allow strategic mass redistribution, enabling a deep and low centre of gravity for optimal launch and spin control while maintaining high MOI. The new crown covers 97% of the top surface creating a clean and elegant look.
Optimized Head Shape – The Qi10 Max features a shallower head shape that extends from front-to-back, housing a concentrated mass at the extreme limit from CG. This unique head shape contributes significantly to the clubhead’s inertia by allowing mass to be placed further from the center of the clubhead.
Carbon Face Technology – The Qi10 Max utilizes the third generation of 60X Carbon Twist Face®, delivering a fast face on centre strikes, while also preserving ball speed on mis-hits. This technology works in conjunction with a redesigned ledge that houses the face in a position that flexes in unison to efficiently optimize energy transfer at impact.
Torque-Control Shaft – TaylorMade’s extensive research and testing led to the development of a shaft with lower torque, promoting improved face closure at impact. This innovation is the final piece in the quest for 10K MOI with TaylorMade performance.
Qi10 Max has an RRP of £499, with loft offerings of 9° (RH/LH), 10.5° (RH/LH) and 12° (RH/LH). All Qi10 drivers feature a 4° loft sleeve (+/- 2°).
Shaft offerings are Fujikura Speeder NX TCS 50 (S, R, A) and Mitsubishi Diamana T+ 60 (X, S, R). Qi10 Max also comes in a women’s version at 10.5° and 12.0° lofts with Fujikura Speeder NX TCS 40 shaft. A lightweight High & Light (HL) version for the 10.5° and 12° lofts will also be available for custom fittings.
Qi10 LS
Qi10 LS delivers a lower spin and lower launch that is engineered to optimise performance for players with faster swing speeds and higher spin rates. With a deep face and a more compact overall head shape, Qi10 LS will be the preferred driver for many of Team TaylorMade’s Tour athletes.
Utilised throughout the Qi10 range, the Infinity Crown marks a significant leap forward in TaylorMade’s carbon crown construction. By extending carbon fibre to the extreme perimeter of the head and aligning it flush with the top of the face, this new design maximises mass savings. This innovative approach removes excess weight previously located in less advantageous positions, resulting in optimal redistribution of mass for lower CG and better spin properties critical to players who choose the Qi10 LS driver.
Qi10 LS also incorporates a new, more efficient moveable weight that features a single 18g steel sliding weight housed by an innovative track system. Strategic shaping along the sole is designed to deliver better aerodynamics with reduced turbulence.
The redesigned structure allows the adjustable weight to move farther forward and lower relative to its predecessor, resulting in a lower balance point and optimised inertia for a more forgiving low-spin experience.
Qi10 LS has an RRP of £529 and is offered in 8° (RH), 9° (RH/LH), 10.5° (RH/LH) lofts. It comes with two shaft options – Mitsubishi Tensei AV Limited Blue 65 (R, S, X) and Mitsubishi Tensei AV Limited Black 65 (S, X).
Qi10
The Qi10 driver has been engineered to help players optimise distance and maximise forgiveness, wrapped in a clean, confidence-inspiring package.
It features lower centre of gravity projection and higher MOI than previous TaylorMade drivers in this category, creating a driver aimed at golfers seeking the ultimate blend of distance and forgiveness.
A new, slightly larger address shape, combined with the clean look of the Infinity Carbon Crown, and a high contrast topline for enhanced alignment that inspires confidence for all levels of golfers.
Qi10’s re-engineered 60X Carbon Twist Face is significantly lighter than traditional titanium and creates a more efficient energy transfer with a new supporting structure that promotes faster ball speeds. The face is also designed for improved preservation of ball speed on off-centre shots.
Qi10 has an RRP of £499, and is offered with 9° (RH/LH), 10.5° (RH/LH) and 12° (RH) lofts. Shaft options are the Fujikura Ventus TR Blue 5 (S, R, A) and Mitsubishi Diamana T+ 60 (R, S, X) shafts.
GolfPride’s Z-Grip Black/Blue 0.600 52g grip is featured on Qi10 Max, Qi10 LS and Qi10 drivers. Qi10 Max women’s drivers come with Lamkin’s ST Soft Grey/White 0.580 40g grip.
AVAILABILITY
Qi10 Max, Qi10 LS and Qi10 are available for pre-order at retail from today (January 9) and are available in stores from February 2.
For more details, visit taylormadegolf.com