CALLAWAY Paradym Ai Smoke
OVERALL RATING ★★★★★ PERFORMANCE ★★★★★ INNOVATION ★★★★★ LOOK • SOUND • FEEL ★★★★★
PARADYM Ai SMOKE MAX D R7 500 • Favours players who swing out to in and add loft at impact. • The weight saved from the carbon-composite crown and sole feeds a weight in the back to help increase launch. • 15, 16.5, 18, 21 degrees (with an eight-way adjustable hosel)
GOLD
TOP 5 MOST FORGIVING, FAIRWAY WOODS, ALL HANDICAPS
WHY WE LIKE IT This family can fit four groups of golfers because of the design freedom of its carbon-composite- fuelled structure. Not only does it feature a carbon crown on top, but much of the sole is now formulated with a specialised combination of carbon fibres. That matrix provides shaping flexibility and maintains durability in the sole for clubs that are routinely hit off the ground. More importantly, it eliminates the need for steel support bars, saving 22 grams over a traditional steel sole, which allows for specific weighting and shaping for four kinds of players.
SENSORY
PLAYABILITY
Quieter
Louder
Workable
Forgiving
BALL FLIGHT
Lower
Higher
PARADYM Ai SMOKE ♦♦♦ R7 500 • The compact head with a slightly taller face is designed for players who make consistent centre contact. • Angled sole plate has heel and toe relief for more versatility from a variety of lies. • 15, 18, 21 degrees (with an eight-way adjustable hosel)
TOP 5 BEST LOOKING, FAIRWAY WOODS, LOW-HANDICAPS
SENSORY
PLAYABILITY
Quieter
Louder
Workable
Forgiving
PARADYM Ai SMOKE MAX R7 500 • The shallow face makes it easier for a broad group of players to launch shots. • A carbon-composite crown and sole save weight that is moved forward for low spin and rearward for forgiveness. • 15, 16.5, 18, 20, 21, 24, 27 (with an eight-way adjustable hosel)
BALL FLIGHT
Lower
Higher
PARADYM Ai SMOKE MAX FAST R7 500 • The lightweight specs, including head, shaft and grip, provide more control and speed potential for moderate swing speeds. • Lofts are a degree higher than standard to produce a higher launch. • 16, 19, 22, 25 degrees (fixed hosel)
TOP 5 BEST SOUND/FEEL, FAIRWAY WOODS, MIDDLE-HANDICAPS
‘This one is powerful. The clubhead’s heft helps launch the ball high with a purposeful flight. Gets on line quickly and stays there. Forgiveness is apparent.’ - 10-HANDICAP
SENSORY
Quieter
Louder
TOP 5 MOST FORGIVING, FAIRWAY WOODS, ALL HANDICAPS
PLAYABILITY
SENSORY
PLAYABILITY
Workable
Forgiving
Quieter
Louder
Workable
Forgiving
BALL FLIGHT
BALL FLIGHT
Lower
Higher
Lower
Higher
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