Fairway Woods

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Stealth 2

#### Product Description


The TaylorMade Stealth 2 Fairway Wood caters to a wide range of golfers seeking powerful performance from the fairway or tee box. It accomplishes this through a combination of technologies designed to deliver long, playable shots. A key feature is the 3D Carbon Crown. This innovative design shaves weight from the top of the club head, allowing TaylorMade to redistribute mass for a lower center of gravity (CG). This lower CG promotes a higher launch angle for more carry distance and better overall forgiveness on off-center hits. The proven V Steel Sole technology features a strategically curved leading edge that helps the clubhead glide smoothly through various lie conditions, even in thick rough or wet fairways. Smoother clubhead contact can lead to more efficient energy transfer for increased ball speed and distance potential.

**Perfect club for:** Golfers who struggle with a slice or who are looking for more forgiveness on off-center hits. 


#### Key features include:

- **3D Carbon Crown:** This weight-saving carbon fiber allows for more mass to be strategically placed in the club head for a lower center of gravity.

- **Lower Center of Gravity:** A lower CG helps generate higher launch angles, which in turn produce more distance and increased forgiveness on off-center hits.

- **Variable Thickness Face with Inverted Cone Technology:** Creates a larger sweet spot and increases ball speeds across the hitting surface.

- **V Steel Sole Design:** A TaylorMade staple, this sole promotes better turf interaction for smoother club head passage through the ground, especially on mishits.

- **Multiple Loft Options:** Allows for customization to ensure optimal launch characteristics and distance gapping within your set.

- **Available in Three Models:**  Similar to the driver, the Stealth 2 Fairway comes in three models (Stealth 2, Stealth 2 Plus, Stealth 2 HD) to cater to different golfer needs. Each model offers variations in adjustability, launch characteristics, and forgiveness levels.


#### Top competitors comparison: the [Callaway Paradym Triple Diamond Fairway Wood](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/golf/clubs/fairway-woods/callaway/paradym-triple-diamond/l406998) and the [Titleist TSR3 Fairway Wood](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/golf/clubs/fairway-woods/titleist/tsr3-inventory-api/l318768)


Similar to the Stealth 2, the Paradym Triple Diamond prioritizes distance and performance. It utilizes Callaway's A.I. Designed Jailbreak Technology to promote stability and ball speed across the face for more distance potential, even on off-center hits. Additionally, most Paradym Triple Diamond models offer an adjustable hosel and internal weight system for fine-tuning launch and trajectory. Among these three options, the Titleist TSR3 boasts the most adjustability, appealing to golfers who desire maximum control. It features an adjustable hosel, a SureFit Adjustable CG Track System with multiple weight positions, and an adjustable face angle setting. This allows for the most comprehensive fine-tuning of launch, spin, and ball flight.

#### Progression:

The TaylorMade Stealth Fairway Wood preceded the current Stealth 2 Fairway Wood. Here's a breakdown of the progression and key upgrades:

**TaylorMade Stealth Fairway Wood (2022):** Introduced a Carbonwood construction, featuring a carbon fiber face for the first time in a TaylorMade fairway wood. This resulted in increased ball speed and distance potential. It also offered a titanium body design.

**TaylorMade Stealth 2 Fairway Wood (2023):** Maintains the distance benefits of the carbon fiber face but goes further in the forgiveness department. Here's how they achieved this:

- **3D Carbon Crown:** This technology utilizes carbon fiber to save weight. This allows for more mass to be strategically placed in the club head for a lower center of gravity.
- **Lower Center of Gravity (CG):** The weight redistribution from the 3D Carbon Crown promotes a lower CG, leading to higher launch angles for more distance and increased forgiveness on off-center hits.
- **Refined Variable Thickness Face with Inverted Cone Technology:** This improved design offers a larger sweet spot with increased ball speeds across the hitting surface for longer distance, even on mishits. 



#### What people are saying (edited for clarity and brevity)

**PROS:** 

- Great club. Can align to target line with confidence. Feels good through impact.
- The club feels good in my hands. It's well-balanced and lightweight. The shaft is perfect for me. It's a beautiful golf club.
- Flies high and hits straight off the tee. Forgiving but still able to shape shots.



**CONS:**
- Hands down, the Ping and Callaway were much easier to hit. Their profiles are much shallower than the Stealth. 
- It's not as long as the original stealth fairway wood. This version has too much spin, and the standard stock options do not promote speed and distance.
- It's a decent club. I'm not really a fan of the hozzle. It functions well and just looks a bit funky.

Stealth

### Product Description 

Callaway XR Fairway Woods feature a Forged Hyper Speed Face Cup for maximum ball speed and forgiveness. Designed for average golfers, the XR Fairway Woods offer more distance and control with a compact head that makes it easy to work the ball. These Fairways have a completely re-designed head shape with a flatter leading edge and higher toe for better opportunities from the fairway. The Internal Standing Wave helps lower the center of gravity, as well as move it forward to optimize launch conditions and to increase ball speed for maximum distance. The Callaway XR fairway woods will provide more distance and versatility for any shot. The Project X LZ shaft is the key component to this club’s speed as it produces a maximum shaft load during the downswing for a greater energy transfer to the ball.

### Expert Notes

Callaway XR fairway woods made “Golf Digest’s Hot List-Only Fairway Wood” in the Golf Digest Hot List to receive five out of five stars for “performance.” There is a new Forged Hyper Speed Face Cup for improved distance and better forgiveness. You will really enjoy playing a round with this club, or even taking it to the range to hit a few balls. The full black head is a nice aesthetic touch, and these clubs feel very smooth upon impact. This club glides nicely on the turf and is easy to tee up as well, so you can swap it out for your driver if you need to change it up.

Big Bertha

### About Callaway Big Bertha Fairway Woods

Callaway Big Bertha fairway woods are inexpensive woods made for faster ball speeds and increased stiffness.

With a shallower face for smoother turf interaction, flash face SS21 for faster ball speeds, and jailbreak bars for increased stiffness, the Big Bertha is specially designed with proven Callaway technologies for a game-winning wood.

Model|Price|Built For|
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Callaway Big Bertha|$|Faster ball speeds and increased stiffness|

### Callaway Big Bertha - Key Features

- Shallower face for smoother turf interaction
- Jailbreak bars for increased stiffness
- Flash Face SS21 for faster ball speeds

### Callaway Big Bertha - Specs

Head|Loft|Lie|Length|Availability|Volume|Swing Weight
:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:
3W|15°|57.0°|43.00"|RH / LH|170|D2 (40g/50g), D4 (60g/70g)
5W|18°|58.0°|42.25"|RH / LH|137|D2 (40g/50g), D4 (60g/70g)
7W|21°|59.0°|41.50"|RH / LH|135|D2 (40g/50g), D4 (60g/70g)
9W|24°|60.0°|40.75"|RH|132|D2 (40g/50g), D4 (60g/70g)

Paradym

#### Product Description


The Callaway Paradym Fairway Wood boasts a progressive shaping design to cater to a wide range of golfers. Key features include Callaway's Jailbreak with Batwing Technology, an A.I. designed structure that stiffens the body while allowing the face to flex for maximum ball speed and distance. The Paradym Fairway Wood also features a Forged Carbon sole for exceptional weight redistribution, leading to a higher Moment of Inertia (MOI) for more forgiveness on off-center hits. While distance and forgiveness are priorities, the Paradym Fairway Wood doesn't neglect green performance. The technology that helps generate ball speed also aids in accuracy, promoting a penetrating ball flight that holds its line well in the wind. 

**Perfect club for:** Golfers who want a high launching fairway wood with a neutral ball flight.

#### Key features include:

- **Jailbreak with Batwing Technology:** Stiffens the body of the clubhead for increased stability at impact while allowing the face to flex for high ball speed.

- **Forged Carbon Sole:** Enables weight redistribution for maximized distance and high MOI. 

- **A.I. Designed Face:** Optimized face for speed, launch, and spin across the hitting surface. 

- **Progressive Shaping Design:** The head shape and profile are designed to optimize launch and playability for different fairway woods within the set (typically 3-wood, 5-wood, 7-wood, etc.)

- **Adjustable Hosel:** The 3W and 3HL models allow players to fine-tune loft (and sometimes lie angle) to optimize launch and trajectory for a more personalized fit. 


#### Top competitors comparison: [TaylorMade Stealth 2 Fairway Wood](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/golf/clubs/fairway-woods/taylormade/stealth-2-3/l345130) and the [Ping G430 Max Fairway Wood](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/golf/clubs/fairway-woods/ping/g430-4/l322587)

Similar to the Paradym, the Stealth 2 prioritizes distance and forgiveness. However, TaylorMade achieves this through increased carbon fiber content in the crown and their V Steel technology for turf interaction. The 3D Carbon Crown on the Stealth 2 allows for weight redistribution to promote a lower center of gravity for higher launch angles. While offering distance, Ping places more emphasis on forgiveness with the G430 Max. Their signature movable weight technology allows for customization to promote a draw bias and straighter ball flight. The G430 Max may be a better choice for golfers who slice the ball more often due to its draw bias technology. 

#### Progression:

The Paradym Fairway Wood takes the distance capabilities of its predecessor, the Rogue ST Max, to the next level. Here's a breakdown of the progression and key improvements:

**Callaway Rogue ST Max Fairway Wood (2022):**
- Introduced Callaway's A.I. Flash Face Technology, a variable thickness face designed using Artificial Intelligence to optimize ball speeds across the hitting surface for more distance.
- Offered a titanium body construction.

**Callaway Paradym Fairway Wood (2023):** Builds upon the distance potential of the Rogue ST Max Fairway Wood while incorporating advancements in forgiveness and performance through:
- **Jailbreak with Batwing Technology:** This technology replaces the titanium body with an A.I. designed structure that stiffens the body for stability and allows the face to flex for more ball speed on off-center hits.
- **Forged Carbon Sole:** A lightweight forged carbon sole allows for weight redistribution throughout the clubhead, leading to a higher Moment of Inertia for greater forgiveness.
- **Progressive Shaping Design:** The Paradym Fairway Woods has various loft options with progressively shaped heads to optimize launch and playability for different fairway woods within the set.

#### What people are saying (edited for clarity and brevity)

**PROS:** 

- I love this club. It flies high, stops on green, and is a great fit at 145-150 yards for me.
- The Paradym launches at a nice trajectory and does it eaisly. No need to swing hard as the weighting system does all the work. 
- I’m happy with the 3HL. Easy to hit from the fairway, flies straight with good height. Excellent off tee, straight with good distance.


**CONS:**
- My only complaint is the glossy top coat, I much prefer the flat coating on my Rouge.
- Great off tee and fairway...poor in the rough.
- No way around it, Paradym clubs are expensive.

Tight Lies

### About Adams Tight Lies Fairway Woods

Adams Tight Lies fairway woods are inexpensive woods specifically designed for improved turf interaction and a more efficient rebound.

With extended face technology for a wider sweet spot, tri-sole design for improved turf interaction, and a velocity slot for a more efficient rebound, the Tight Lies is loaded with proven Adams technologies for an exceptional wood.

Model|Price|Built For|
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Adams Tight Lies|$|Improved turf interaction and a more efficient rebound|

### Adams Tight Lies - Key Features

- Extended Face Technology for a wider sweet spot
- Velocity Slot for a more efficient rebound
- Tri-Sole Design for improved turf interaction

### Adams Tight Lies - Specs

Head|Loft|Lie|Length|Availability|Swing Weight
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Men's Tight Lies Fairway 3|16°|59°|43.25"|RH / LH|D1
Men's Tight Lies Fairway 5|19°|59.5°|42.25"|RH / LH|D1
Women's Tight Lies Fairway 3|16°|59°|42.00"|RH / LH|C5
Women's Tight Lies Fairway 5|19°|59.5°|41.00"|RH / LH|C5

### About Callaway FT Fairway Woods

Callaway FT fairway woods are value woods designed for shot-shaping control and cleaner turf interaction.

With an OptiFit weighting system for a draw or neutral CG bias, tungsten-infused sole plate for shot-shaping control, and a dual runner sole for cleaner turf interaction, the FT is loaded with the latest Callaway technologies for optimal fairway performance.

Model|Price|Built For|
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Callaway FT|$$|Shot-shaping control and cleaner turf interaction|

### Callaway FT - Key Features

- OptiFit Weighting System for a draw or neutral CG bias
- Dual Runner Sole for cleaner turf interaction
- Tungsten-infused sole plate for shot-shaping control

### Callaway FT - Specs

Head|Loft|Lie|Length|Availability|Swing Weight
:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:
3|15°|57.0°|43.00"|RH / LH|D1
3|15°|57.0°|43.00"|RH / LH|D1
4|17°|57.5°|42.50"|RH / LH|D1
4|17°|57.5°|42.50"|RH / LH|D1
5|19°|58.0°|42.00"|RH / LH|D1
5|19°|58.0°|42.00"|RH / LH|D1
7|21°|58.5°|41.50"|RH / LH|D1
9|23°|59.0°|41.50"|RH / LH|D1

King Cobra

Big Bertha War Bird

Burner

### About TaylorMade Burner Fairway Woods

TaylorMade Burner fairway woods are value woods designed for increased distance and an easy and high launch.

With SuperFast technology for an easy launch from any lie, steel pull face construction for increased distance, and a shallow clubface for an easy and high launch, the Burner is loaded with the latest TaylorMade technologies for top-of-the-line performance.

Model|Price|Built For|
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TaylorMade Burner|$$|Increased distance and an easy and high launch|

### TaylorMade Burner - Key Features

- SuperFast Technology for an easy launch from any lie
- Shallow clubface for an easy and high launch
- Steel Pull Face Construction for increased distance

### TaylorMade Burner - Specs

Head|Loft|Lie|Length|Swing Weight
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TS|13°|58.5°|43"|D5
T3|14.5°|58.5°|43"|D5
T5|17.5°|58.5°|42"|D5
3|15°|59°|43"|D5
5|18°|59.5°|42.5"|D5
7|21°|60°|42"|D5

### About TaylorMade M2 Fairway Woods

TaylorMade M2 fairway woods are value woods built for more distance and larger sweet spot.

With a 6-layer carbon composite crown for a lower CG, speed pocket for more distance, and inverted cone technology for larger sweet spot, the M2 is packed full of the latest TaylorMade technologies for top-of-the-line performance.

Model|Price|Built For|
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TaylorMade M2|$$|More distance and larger sweet spot|

### TaylorMade M2 - Key Features

- 6-layer carbon composite crown for a lower CG
- Inverted Cone Technology for larger sweet spot
- Speed Pocket for more distance

### TaylorMade M2 - Specs

Head|Loft|Lie|Length|Availability|Volume|Swing Weight
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M2 FAIRWAY|3 - 15°|60°|43.25"|RH / LH|175cc|D3
M2 FAIRWAY|3HL- 16.5°|60°|43.25"|RH / LH|177cc|D3
M2 FAIRWAY|5 - 18°|60.5°|42.25"|RH / LH|154cc|D3
M2 FAIRWAY|5HL - 21°|60.5°|42.25"|RH|156cc|D3
M2 FAIRWAY|7HL- 24°|61°|41.75"|RH|145cc|D3

Rogue

Launcher

### About Cleveland Launcher Fairway Woods

Cleveland Launcher fairway woods are inexpensive woods expertly crafted for a higher launch and increased MOI.

With a turbocharged cup face for a higher COR, HiBore crown for a higher launch, and a counterbalanced shaft design for increased MOI, the Launcher is carefully crafted with trusted Cleveland technologies for top-of-the-line performance.

Model|Price|Built For|
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Cleveland Launcher|$|A higher launch and increased MOI|

### Cleveland Launcher - Key Features

- A Turbocharged Cup Face for a higher COR
- Counterbalanced shaft design for increased MOI
- HiBore Crown for a higher launch

### Cleveland Launcher - Specs

Head|Loft|Lie|Length|Availability|Swing Weight
:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:
3W|15°|57.5°|43.0"|RH / LH|D2
5W|18°|58.0°|42.5"|RH / LH|D2

TSR2

### Product Description 

TaylorMade M4 Fairway Woods deliver straight distance, balanced power, and ultimate performance. The larger footprint and low-profile shape make the M4 Fairway easy to launch for overall playability. The advanced Speed Pocket design combined with Inverted Cone Technology work together to optimize ball speed, maximize distance, and increase forgiveness. The Geocoustic Technology blends geometric and acoustical engineering to harmonize sound and feel at impact. These woods are designed with split internal weights, which allow you to distribute weight evenly between the heel and toe to provide increased moment of inertia (MOI), forgiveness, and greater consistency. The sleek and contrasting crown enable an accurate alignment at address, while the TM Dual Feel 360 Grip provides for an overall great feel of the club. 

### Expert Notes

The M4 fairway woods can be described as one of the hottest and best-selling clubs on the market with Fairway Power Plus ultimate forgiveness. The Inverted Cone design on the inside of the face increases ball speed on off-center hits. It has a slightly larger head than you may be used to, but it is also more forgiving. The speedpocket is still in existence and has a calmer look when it addresses the ball. It is similar to the M3 and has the same head materials, but has a little more spin and a high level of ball speed.

Qi10

Tour

Staff

Trimetal

Great Big Bertha

### About Callaway Great Big Bertha Fairway Woods

Callaway Great Big Bertha fairway woods are inexpensive woods built for an improved fit and versatility.

With a forged hyper speed face cup for greater ball speeds, warbird contoured sole for an improved fit, and an OptiFit adjustable hosel for versatility, the Great Big Bertha is packed full of the latest Callaway technologies for a game-winning wood.

Model|Price|Built For|
:-:|:-:|:-:
Callaway Great Big Bertha|$|An improved fit and versatility|

### Callaway Great Big Bertha - Key Features

- Forged Hyper Speed Face Cup for greater ball speeds
- OptiFit adjustable hosel for versatility
- Warbird contoured sole for an improved fit

### Callaway Great Big Bertha - Specs

Head|Loft|Lie|Length|Availability|Volume|Swing Weight
:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:
3W|15° (Adjustable 14°-17°)|Adjustable|43.00"|RH / LH|182|D2
5W|18° (Adjustable 17°-20°)|Adjustable|42.50"|RH / LH|155|D2
7W|21°|58.5°|42.00"|RH / LH|145|D2
Heavenwood|20° (Adjustable 19°-22°)|Adjustable|42.75"|RH / LH|165|D2
Divine Nine|24°|59.0°|41.50"|RH / LH|145|D2

Idea

Big Bertha Steelhead Plus

### About Callaway Big Bertha Steelhead Plus Fairway Woods

Callaway Big Bertha Steelhead Plus fairway woods are inexpensive woods specifically designed for a lower center of gravity and increased workability.

With variable face thickness (VFT) technology for optimized energy transfer, weight chip technology for a lower center of gravity, and a compact clubhead size for increased workability, the Big Bertha Steelhead Plus is loaded with proven Callaway technologies for top-of-the-line performance.

Model|Price|Built For|
:-:|:-:|:-:
Callaway Big Bertha Steelhead Plus|$|A lower center of gravity and increased workability|

### Callaway Big Bertha Steelhead Plus - Key Features

- Variable Face Thickness (VFT) technology for optimized energy transfer
- Compact clubhead size for increased workability
- Weight Chip Technology for a lower center of gravity

### Callaway Big Bertha Steelhead Plus - Specs

Head|Loft|Lie|Length|Availability|Swing Weight
:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:
2 The Deuce|13°|55.5°|43.00"|RH / LH|D0
2 The Deuce|13°|55.5°|43.00"|RH / LH|D1
2 The Deuce|13°|55.5°|43.00"|RH / LH|D2
3|15.5°|56.0°|43.00"|RH / LH|D0
3|15.5°|56.0°|43.00"|RH / LH|D1
3|15.5°|56.0°|42.00"|RH / LH|D2
3+|14°|56.0°|43.00"|RH / LH|D0
3+|14°|56.0°|43.00"|RH / LH|D1
3+|14°|56.0°|42.00"|RH / LH|D2
4|16.5°|56.5°|42.00"|RH / LH|D0
4|16.5°|56.5°|42.00"|RH / LH|D1
4|16.5°|56.5°|42.00"|RH / LH|D2
4+|15°|56.5°|42.00"|RH / LH|D0
4+|15°|56.5°|42.00"|RH / LH|D1
4+|15°|56.5°|42.00"|RH / LH|D2
5|18°|57.5°|42.00"|RH / LH|D0
5|18°|57.5°|42.00"|RH / LH|D1
5|18°|57.5°|41.00"|RH / LH|D2
7 Heaven|20°|58.0°|41.00"|RH / LH|D0
7 Heaven|20°|58.0°|41.00"|RH / LH|D1
7 Heaven|20°|58.0°|41.00"|RH / LH|D2
9 Divine|23°|58.5°|41.00"|RH / LH|D0
9 Divine|23°|58.5°|41.00"|RH / LH|D1
9 Divine|23°|58.5°|40.00"|RH / LH|D2
11 Ely W|26°|58.5°|41.00"|RH / LH|D0
11 Ely W|26°|58.5°|41.00"|RH / LH|D1
11 Ely W|26°|58.5°|40.00"|RH / LH|D2

Lady Cobra

RocketBallz

### About TaylorMade RocketBallz Fairway Woods

TaylorMade RocketBallz fairway woods are value woods designed for increased ball speed and higher launch angles.

With a thick-thin crown for maximum distance, speed pocket for increased ball speed, and a lower CG for higher launch angles, the RocketBallz is loaded with the latest TaylorMade technologies for a game-winning wood.

Model|Price|Built For|
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TaylorMade RocketBallz|$$|Increased ball speed and higher launch angles|

### TaylorMade RocketBallz - Key Features

- Thick-Thin crown for maximum distance
- A lower CG for higher launch angles
- Speed Pocket for increased ball speed

### TaylorMade RocketBallz - Specs

Head|Loft|Lie|Length|Swing Weight
:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:
3|15°|58°|43.5"|D4
HL3|17°|58°|43.5"|D4
5|19°|58.5°|43"|D4
7|21°|59°|42.5"|D4
9|24°|59°|42.5"|D4

Speed

### About TaylorMade M1 Fairway Woods

TaylorMade M1 fairway woods are value woods expertly crafted for increased distance and cleaner turf interaction.

With multi-material construction for a lower CG, speed pocket technology for increased distance, and drop-step sole shaping for cleaner turf interaction, the M1 is carefully crafted with trusted TaylorMade technologies for optimal fairway performance.

Model|Price|Built For|
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TaylorMade M1|$$|Increased distance and cleaner turf interaction|

### TaylorMade M1 - Key Features

- Multi-material construction for a lower CG
- Drop-step sole shaping for cleaner turf interaction
- Speed Pocket technology for increased distance

### TaylorMade M1 - Specs

Head|Loft|Lie|Length|Availability|Volume|Swing Weight
:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:|:-:
M1 FAIRWAY|3 - 15°|56° - 60°|43.25"|RH / LH|150cc|D4
M1 FAIRWAY|3HL - 17°|56° - 60°|43.25"|RH|151cc|D4
M1 FAIRWAY|5 - 19°|57° - 61°|42.25"|RH / LH|132cc|D4

Stealth 2 HD

#### Product Description


The TaylorMade Stealth 2 HD Fairway Wood is ideal for golfers who struggle with finding the fairway or maximizing distance from the tee box on longer holes. A key feature is the oversized 200cc head with a low-profile design. This larger clubface inspires confidence at address, while the lower center of gravity promotes a higher launch angle for more carry distance and better forgiveness on off-center hits. Additionally, the V Steel Sole technology helps with turf interaction for smoother clubhead passage through various lie conditions, even in thick rough or wet fairways. While distance and forgiveness are priorities, the Stealth 2 HD Fairway Wood doesn't neglect accuracy. The larger clubface and draw-bias design can help golfers find the fairway more consistently. 

**Perfect club for:** Golfers seeking forgiveness and distance from their fairway woods.


#### Key features include:

- **Oversized 200cc Head:** Features an ultra-high MOI construction and combines low CG projection with an oversized 200cc head to increase confidence and playability. 

- **Lower Center of Gravity (CG):** A lower CG promotes a higher launch angle for more carry distance off the fairway or tee box. A higher launch can be beneficial for golfers who struggle to get the ball airborne easily.

- **V Steel Sole Technology:** A strategically designed sole with increased rounding at the leading edge. This helps improve turf interaction and versatility. 

- **Inverted Cone Technology:** Creates a variable thickness face design. A thinner face in the center and a thicker surrounding area lead to more ball speed and distance potential across the hitting surface.

- **Draw-Bias Design:** The clubface is angled slightly to promote a draw trajectory, which can help golfers who slice the ball find the fairway more consistently.


#### Top competitors comparison: the [Callaway Paradym X Fairway Wood](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/golf/clubs/fairway-woods/callaway/paradym-x-2/l368433) and the [Ping G430 Max Fairway Wood](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/golf/clubs/fairway-woods/ping/g430-max/l379779)


Similar to the Stealth 2 HD, the Paradym X prioritizes forgiveness and distance for golfers seeking more power from their fairway woods. However, Callaway achieves this through a Jailbreak A.I. Technology and a 360° Carbon Chassis. Jailbreak A.I. promotes stability and ball speed across the face, while the Carbon Chassis sheds weight for a high Moment of Inertia and forgiveness on off-center hits. While offering distance, Ping places a strong emphasis on forgiveness with the G430 Max. Their signature movable weight technology allows for customization to promote a draw bias and straighter ball flight. Additionally, the G430 Max features a larger head profile for added confidence at address.

#### Progression:

The Stealth 2 HD Fairway Wood retains the core functionality of the original Stealth Fairway Wood but takes significant steps towards increased forgiveness and launch potential. Here's a breakdown of the progression and key improvements:

**TaylorMade Stealth Fairway Wood (2022):**
- Offered a more traditional fairway wood design with a slightly smaller head profile compared to the Stealth 2 HD.
- Featured a higher center of gravity due to the head design and weight distribution. This results in a lower launch angle.
- Did not have an adjustable loft sleeve.
- Incorporated V Steel technology in the sole to promote smoother clubhead passage through various lie conditions.

**TaylorMade Stealth 2 HD Fairway Wood (2023):** The Stealth 2 HD Fairway Wood builds upon the foundation of the original Stealth Fairway Wood with advancements in forgiveness, launch potential, and potentially more distance:
- **Oversized 200cc Head** This is a significant upgrade. The larger head size offers a bigger sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits and inspires confidence at address.
- **Lower Center of Gravity (CG):** The combination of the oversized head design and strategic weight distribution within the Stealth 2 HD creates a lower CG compared to the original Stealth Fairway Wood. 
- **Draw-Bias Refinement:** The Stealth 2 HD retains the draw-bias design of the original Stealth Fairway Wood, but TaylorMade has refined it for more consistent draw tendencies and straighter ball flight for golfers who slice.
- **Material Advancements:** TaylorMade incorporated more carbon fiber construction in the Stealth 2 HD compared to the original Stealth Fairway Wood. This contributes to weight savings and allows for a lower CG for increased forgiveness.




#### What people are saying (edited for clarity and brevity)

**PROS:** 

- Once settled in, the ball seems to jump off the face of the club.
- Great feel and control with these clubs. I used to worry about long fairway shots, but not now.
- Looks, feels great. With twist face, even off center strikes go further and straighter




**CONS:**
- There was a rattle in the head after the first round with club, only used it 4 times at most. 
- I hit a single ball at the range this weekend and the club face cracked from side to side.
- I took it to the driving range, hit 1 ball, and there was a rattle in the club head.

V Steel

### About TaylorMade V Steel Fairway Woods

TaylorMade V Steel fairway woods are inexpensive woods expertly crafted for improved alignment and more distance.

With a streamlined sole design for minimal drag, optimized CG for improved alignment, and a flatter, roll-inducing trajectory for more distance, the V Steel is carefully crafted with trusted TaylorMade technologies for a game-winning wood.

Model|Price|Built For|
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TaylorMade V Steel|$|Improved alignment and more distance|

### TaylorMade V Steel - Key Features

- A streamlined sole design for minimal drag
- Flatter, roll-inducing trajectory for more distance
- Optimized CG for improved alignment

### TaylorMade V Steel - Specs

Loft|Lie|Length|Availability
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13°|58.5°|43"|RH
15°|58.5°|43"|RH / LH
16.5°|59°|42.5"|RH
18°|59°|42.5"|RH / LH
21°|59.5°|42"|RH / LH
24°|60°|41.5"|RH

Mavrik

Knight

Rogue ST LS

### Product Description 

Callaway X Fairway Woods made their debut in 2007 and feature an X-Sole design that aids in an accurate alignment of the ball at address. The Short Straight Hollow Hosel (S2H2) helps reposition weight from the hosel to the perimeter of the club head, making it easier to hit the ball harder. A lower leading edge makes it easier to hit down under the ball, and provides solid and consistent contact through the impact area from any lie. Variable Face Thickness Technology (VFT) contributes to maximum ball speed and the internal perimeter weighting provides exceptional ball flight, distance, and forgiveness. Callaway X Fairway Woods are known to be long, fast, forgiving, and easy to hit.


### Expert Notes

The X fairway woods are an older model, but they still work quite well and are a solid option.  These woods feel hot off the club face, and have excellent turf interaction. You’ll experience high launch with a solid feel without all the adjustments of loft and lie. All in all, this is a classic club with no bells or whistles. You can play with it the way that it comes, without having to make any adjustments. These offer a smaller head than the current fairway woods that you’ll find on the market, but they still do their job and are an outstanding club. This is a great fairway wood option for a mid-handicapper. You will be able to make an effortless swing and see great results.

Tight Lies 2

Baffler

### About Cobra Baffler Fairway Woods

Cobra Baffler fairway woods are value woods built for a fine tuned trajectory and improved turf interaction.

With a compact head shape for versatility, MyFly 8 adjustable lofts for a fine tuned trajectory, and rails technology for improved turf interaction, the Baffler is packed full of the latest Cobra technologies for an exceptional wood.

Model|Price|Built For|
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Cobra Baffler|$$|A fine tuned trajectory and improved turf interaction|

### Cobra Baffler - Key Features

- A compact head shape for versatility
- Rails technology for improved turf interaction
- MyFly 8 adjustable lofts for a fine tuned trajectory

Big Bertha Hawkeye

Tight Lies ST

Nicklaus Signature Series Fairway Wood

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