Adams Redline
Traditional TR-1 Classic driver; 380cc, 10° loft, square face angle, 45" length, Traditional Graphite Shaft by NS PRO (Nippon Shafts), Regular Flex (70 grams), and Traditional Grip by Lamkin.
Manufacturer's Description
The TR-1 Classic driver features an entire "SP-700" titanium alloy construction. The alloy is primarily used in the aerospace industry because of its unique properties of superior durability, light weight, and strength. The driver features a classic persimmon shape with forged sole plate, body, crown and insert face. The pieces are handwelded on a precision jig. All TR-1 Classic drivers are individually made to order to allow the complete customization of size, loft, and lie as well as face angle, bulge, and roll. The standard shaft offering is the Traditional Graphite Shaft by NS PRO (Nippon Shafts) available in weights of 50, 60, 70, and 80 grams. Custom shafts options are also available. Available head sizes include 320, 350, and 380 cc with choice of sole plate style. Finally, custom stampings and choice of alignment aids are also available. Each driver comes with a serial number that records its size, loft, lie, face angles, head weight, and shaft specifications. MSRP - $600 each.
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Test
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Course, Indoor, and Outdoor Practice Green |
Reviewer 1 Info: |
5'10" 155 lbs, Age 37,
Handicap 1 |
Comparison Driver/Ball Used: |
Titleist 983K/Precept U-Tri Tour |
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Reviewer 2 Info: |
5’8" 155 lbs, Age 41, Handicap 8 |
Comparison Driver/Ball Used: |
Titleist 975 LFE/Nike TA2-LNG |
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Reviewer 3 Info: |
5’9" 245 lbs, Age 33, Handicap 8 |
Comparison Driver/Ball Used: |
SMT Nemisis/Ping TiSi/Maxfli A10 |
Adams Redline Driver Review:
Accuracy |
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We found the Redline driver to be very accurate. It is easy to hit the ball straight with this club. Even though the clubhead is large, alignment is simple due to the square face angle this driver provides at address. |
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Distance |
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The Redline driver provided above average distance and carry. We recommend using one of the longer than standard tees in order to take advantage of the deep face design and large hitting surface. |
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Trajectory |
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The trajectory of the Redline driver was a little higher than our comparison drivers with comparable loft. We did not experience any issues with ballooning. We really liked the results on off-center hits. We found that some distance was lost but the ball flight remained basically unchanged. |
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Feel |
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The Redline produced a solid feel at impact with a high pitched sound. The head was able to provide ample feedback on off-center hits letting us know where on the face the ball was hit.
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Forgiveness |
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This is where the Redline driver excelled as well as any other large driver on the market. Minimal penalty in distance and direction was found on off-center hits.
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Looks |
The Redline features a dark charcoal near black finish with simple and uncluttered graphics. To aid in alignment, the crown features two raised bars and triangle graphic for the sight line. The head is very large and muscular at 460cc. It visually looks every bit the size projecting a powerful look. The tungsten weighting in the sole gives the Redline a high-tech personality.
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Summary:
The Redline driver from Adams Golf receives high marks for forgiveness. It may well be the most forgiving driver on the market today. We also like the above average distance and feel from this driver. We feel that this driver will especially appeal to mid to high handicap golfers although we think that smooth swinging low handicap golfers will like the consistency found with this driver. Adams now also offers an offset version of this driver. Additional information on the entire Redline family of drivers and the complete lineup from Adams Golf can be found on their web page at http://www.adamsgolf.com.
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