TaylorMade SLDR 460 Golf Drivers
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TaylorMade SLDR 460 Golf Drivers
The TaylorMade SLDR 460 Driver provides a higher launch trajectory with less spin for increased distance. The SLDR 460 features Adjustability Technology with the SLDR Moveable Weight System, a single 20-gram sliding weight in the 460cc titanium head allows players to fine-tune their shot shape by adjusting for draw, fade, or neutral ball flight. The centre of gravity is positioned lower and more forward in the head to create higher launch angles and less spin adding more distance to your shots.
Key features include:
| Expanded Sweetspot | Increases the moment of inertia (MOI) across the face for more forgiveness on off-center strikes. |
| Increased Distance | CG location is both low and forward, due in large part to the large, 20-gram sliding weight on the sole. |
| Longer/Straighter Drives | Promotes a high launch angle, lower spin-rate and faster ball speed. |
| Movable Weight | Shifts the clubhead’s CG horizontally toward either the heel, to promote a draw, or toward the toe, to promote a fade. |
| Loft-sleeve Technology | Allows adjustment of the loft. Choose from 12 positions within a range of plus-or-minus 1.5 degrees of loft change. |
Top Competitors
Also released in 2014, the Titleist 913D2 focuses on a balance of distance and forgiveness. Similar to the SLDR, it offers a large clubface for a bigger sweet spot. However, the key difference is the adjustability. The Titleist 913D2 features a SureFit hosel that allows golfers to adjust loft independently. The Callaway Big Bertha Alpha Driver prioritizes distance with a focus on forgiveness for mid-to-high handicappers. It boasts a large titanium clubface designed for high ball speeds and a forgiving overall design. While the SLDR offers a wider range of adjustability, the Big Bertha Alpha has a weight track that allows for some adjustment in launch angle.
Progression of the SLDR 460 driver:
The TaylorMade SLDR driver succeeds the TaylorMade R1 driver, and there are a few significant upgrades:
- The R1 features moveable weights in the heel and toe, as well as a dial on the sole. The SLDR replaces this tech with a single sliding weight in the 460cc titanium head.
- Weight reduction. The SLDR driver is lighter, so golfers get more clubhead speed from the same amount of effort.
- The centre of gravity is closer to the face which also increases ball speed.
| 👍 Pros |
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| Makes a really satisfying sound. I enjoy hitting this driver. |
| If you consistently make center contact and need to lower your spin then the SLDR is for you. |
| It is great if you hit it over 100mph, very consistently and need to drop your ball flight. |
| 👎 Cons |
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| It’s the lowest MOI driver of the modern era. If you don't need ultra low-spin or if you miss the center of the face regularly, it’s not the club for you. |
| You’re supposed to play a higher loft on it, but most people don’t. |
| Can confirm, it’s super unforgiving and super punishing off center. |
The TaylorMade SLDR 460 driver is extra long in length, and it’s the successor of the R1 driver. A redesigned adjustable weight system and center of gravity give this driver less spin on the fairway. Gone is the white crown, as the SLDR 460 is back to a simple sliding system. You will enjoy the higher launch and faster ball speeds across the face. All in all, this driver is not overly complicated from a design standpoint. If you’re able to hit the ball centered every time, this driver be an absolute bomber, but if you miss the center of the face, you will lose serious distance.
Mark Wright