TaylorMade Qi10 Driver Review
Meet the TaylorMade Qi10 driver – sleek, smart, and built for boosting your distance and forgiving those slips!
But you’re probably wondering what QI stands for?
Interestingly, the name “Qi10” reflects TaylorMade’s pursuit of Inertia, aiming for a whopping 10,000 points, and underscores their commitment to crafting the world’s most forgiving driver.
Let’s check if the driver lives up to its name in our in depth review.
TaylorMade Qi10
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TaylorMade Qi10 Overview.
The TaylorMade Qi10 driver is a cool choice if you want a mix of distance, forgiveness, and control. Great for folks with a regular swing who like a fancy-looking club. But if you’re all about mega forgiveness or loads of adjustments, we will discuss those in our review below.
TaylorMade Qi10 Max
Okay, here’s the lowdown: more forgiveness? You get that with a higher MOI. What’s MOI? It’s the thing that stops your clubhead from going wild when you don’t hit dead center, keeping your ball speed and launches steady. It’s not just a gut feeling; you can actually measure this stuff.
Now, the Qi10 Max driver? It’s rocking a serious MOI of 10,000 g-cm² (10K). They pulled this off by using fancy lightweight materials, giving the head a facelift, and moving things around just right.
And who’s loving all this forgiveness? Well, everyone from your weekend golfer to big shots like Nelly Korda and Collin Morikawa from Team TaylorMade. Yep, these pros trust the Qi10 Max when they’re out there competing.
TaylorMade Qi10 LS
When you stack up the Qi10 LS against the Qi10 Max, it’s tailored for the big hitters – those with high swing speeds who want to scrub off spin when teeing off. The Qi10 LS boasts a deep face and a more compact head shape, making it the top pick for the heavy hitters in Team TaylorMade Tour, including legends like Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods.
Now, let’s talk tech. The Infinity Crown is a game-changer in the whole Qi10 lineup. TaylorMade went big on carbon crown construction, pushing it all the way to the edges and aligning it perfectly with the top of the face.
Why? To save as much weight as possible.
This clever move gets rid of extra weight from not-so-great spots, giving the Qi10 LS the perfect weight distribution for a lower center of gravity and spin properties that serious players crave.
TaylorMade Qi10 Driver
The Qi10 driver is smartly designed to help players max out their distance and crank up forgiveness, all neatly packed in a sleek, confidence-boosting package. Compared to earlier TaylorMade drivers in this category, the Qi10 boasts a lower CG projection and higher MOI, making it the go-to for golfers hungry for the perfect combo of distance and forgiveness.
It’s got a fresh look too – a slightly bigger address shape, a slick Infinity Carbon Crown, and a high-contrast topline for killer alignment that boosts confidence, no matter your skill level.
And here’s the tech talk: the Qi10’s 60X Carbon Twist Face is way lighter than regular titanium. Plus, it’s got a new structure that amps up energy transfer, giving you faster ball speeds. Even on those not-so-perfect hits, the face is designed to keep your ball speed on point.
Who is the TaylorMade Qi10 Driver for?
Qi10 MAX
With an ultra-high MOI, the design cranks up the inertia to a whopping 10K, making forgiveness off the charts.
But, don’t make the mistake of pigeonholing this as just a club for regular golfers trying to up their game. Collin Morikawa and Nelly Korda, top Tour pros, have given it the thumbs up, proving that everyone, no matter their skill level, can dig the stability and forgiveness it brings.
If the Qi10 Max’s shallow face and sleek profile click with your vibe at setup, you’re in for unmatched benefits. It’s a club that deserves a swing from every golfer, no matter where they stand in the skill game.
Qi10 LS
This driver is tailored for a specific player profile. If you’ve got a speedy swing, send it flying, and want to dial down the spin, this is the one for you. Plus, if you’re a fan of tweaking things to perfection, the adjustability feature, a favorite among TaylorMade enthusiasts, is here to play. If you’re all about that movable weight life, the Qi10 LS is where it’s at.
Qi10
Qi10 positions itself right in the sweet spot. It’s the epitome of reliability and equilibrium, offering a mix of distance and forgiveness that suits a broad spectrum of players. The placement of the center of gravity is spot-on, the launch conditions are just right, and the overall performance checks all the boxes you could wish for.
Features & Benefits.
Qi10 MAX
Advanced Construction with Infinity Crown
Through smart construction methods, TaylorMade skillfully shifts weight, crafting a deep and low Center of Gravity (CG). This setup ensures the perfect balance for optimal launch and spin control, all while keeping the Moment of Inertia (MOI) high.
Optimized Head Shape
The Qi10 Max features an extended front-to-back dimension, concentrating mass at the farthest point from the CG. This distinct head shape improves stability, reducing the impact of off-center hits.
Carbon Face Technology
With the third generation of the 60X Carbon Twist Face in action, the Qi10 Max ensures a quick face response for center strikes, maintaining ball speed even on off-center hits. The redesigned ledge enhances energy transfer upon impact.
Qi10 LS
The Qi10 LS introduces an innovative 18g steel sliding weight and track system for enhanced efficiency. Purposeful shaping on the sole improves aerodynamics and minimizes turbulence.
The revamped design enables the adjustable weight to move further forward and lower, creating a reduced balance point and optimizing inertia for a more forgiving low-spin experience compared to its predecessor.
Appearance
The biggest change is the blue face instead of the bold ‘Stealth red,’ giving the Qi10 family a fresh vibe that I’m into.
The Qi10’s got a different shape – 4mm longer front to back than the Stealth 2 and looking a bit bigger at address, though not as much as the Qi10 Max, which goes all out at 8mm longer.
At address, the new all gloss crown is only broken up by the “T” logo alignment aid and “Qi10” that lines the back edge.
Overall, these drivers don’t pop as much compared to the previous Stealth models with the blue face.
Wrap-Up.
The TaylorMade Qi10 driver strikes a sweet spot between power and control, great for mid-handicappers seeking distance and playability. If you’re into forgiveness, check out the Qi10 Max, and for elite control, explore other high-end options. Your best fit is the driver that clicks with your swing and style – the one that makes you own the course!