The TaylorMade Qi35 sets a new standard for balancing forgiveness and speed, specifically excelling in spin protection on low-face strikes and maintaining high smash factor across the face.
Their scorecard
Forgiveness: 5/5 — Remarkable consistency across 12 varied strikes
Distance: 5/5 — Achieved 333-yard totals with 123mph club speed
Sound & feel: 5/5 — Very solid sound and feel
Looks at address: 5/5 — Sleek gunmetal design; stunning in person
What they rate
Inertia shaping makes the 460cc head look much larger and more forgiving
High spin protection on lower equator strikes
Consistent ball speeds and efficiency (1.46-1.49 smash factor)
Premium gunmetal aesthetic
What they don’t
Stock visuals lack vibrant color accents
Large footprint might be jarring for traditionalists
The TaylorMade Qi35 sets a new standard for balancing forgiveness and speed, specifically excelling in spin protection on low-face strikes and maintaining high smash factor across the face.
Inertia shaping makes the 460cc head look much larger and more forgiving