TaylorMade M1 Golf Fairway Woods
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TaylorMade M1 Golf Fairway Woods
The M1 fairway woods are known for their distance and adjustability. They boast a multi-material construction with a lightweight carbon composite crown, allowing for weight to be redistributed lower in the clubhead for a lower center of gravity which promotes a higher launch. Additionally, the M1 fairway woods feature a sliding weight track system that lets golfers adjust the clubface for a draw or fade bias, or promote a more neutral shot shape, giving golfers more control over ball flight. This club is a good option for golfers who want more distance and control over their fairway wood shots.
Key features include:
| Adjustable Weight Track | Allows golfers to fine-tune shot shape, with the ability to promote a draw or fade depending on weight placement. |
| Speed Pocket Technology: | This channel behind the clubface flexes at impact, which can help to increase ball speed and forgiveness on off-center hits. |
| 6-Layer Carbon Crown | This reduces weight and creates a lower center of gravity. |
| Lamkin UTx Cord Grip | Provides a secure feeling in the hands for the hardest swings. |
Top Competitors
Launched in 2017, the TaylorMade M1 fairway wood faced competition from two top contenders. Titleist 917 F2 offered a large sweet spot for forgiveness and a similar level of adjustability with a hosel sleeve and CG weights. Callaway Rogue Sub Zero, on the other hand, prioritized lower spin for a penetrating ball flight with its Jailbreak technology and internal weighting, while retaining adjustability through a hosel sleeve. Ultimately, the choice among these fairway woods depended on individual golfer preferences for forgiveness, ball flight (high launch vs. penetrating), and feel.
Progression of the M1 fairway wood:
The M1 was one of golf’s most adjustable fairway woods at the time of it’s release in 2017. It followed the highly successful R15 and added new dual weights to allow golfers to more finely tune trajectory.
Key upgrades over the R15 include:
- A carbon composite crown that helps lower its center of gravity to improve launch conditions and ball speed.
- Two sliding weights on the “Front Track” to add more draw or fade bias to the club.
- Splitting the M1’s Front Track weights to the extreme toe and heel positions.
| 👍 Pros |
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| Best three wood ever. Good adjustability, hits well out of the rough, ball carries forever. |
| I feel like my young self again. The carry was 20-25 yards further than my previous wood. The feel of the club is solid, and lots of adjustment options. |
| Ball jumps off the face and it feels better than my driver. I can hit it 275 yards with much better accuracy than my driver. Yes, 275 yards with a 3 wood. |
| 👎 Cons |
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| It's not really forgiving on bad swings. A little disappointing from such a great brand. |
| I’ve had to buy two of these because both times the shaft has broken. |
| The adjustment options on the club are just okay. I cannot get the head to a angle that benefits my game. |
The M1 was designed for golfers with a more consistent swing who are accurate and good ball strikers. Beginners or high-handicappers might find the M1 less forgiving. One great feature of this club is the sliding weight track. It allows golfers to adjust the weight position to tune ball flight (higher or lower launch) and trajectory (draw or fade bias). So, if you're a golfer who likes to play different courses or conditions, this club offers more customization and a focus on power.
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