Cobra DS-ADAPT drivers, fairway woods, hybrids and irons: FIRST LOOK

Irrespective of what number of technological developments an tools producer can pack into its choices, none of these goodies matter if the golf equipment don’t match the golfer.

That’s the core philosophy behind Cobra Golf’s newest improvements: the all-new DS-ADAPT metalwoods and irons. The golf equipment not solely incorporate cutting-edge tech but in addition convey a renewed emphasis to precision tuning that’s each extra sturdy and simpler than ever to regulate.

On the coronary heart of the brand new DS-ADAPT household are 4 new driver fashions: DS-ADAPT LS, DS-ADAPT X, DS-ADAPT MAX-Ok, and DS-ADAPT MAX-D. Every mannequin options Cobra’s revolutionary FUTUREFIT33 adjustable hosel system, providing 33 distinctive loft and lie settings that may now be adjusted independently for the primary time in a Cobra driver, offering golfers with an enormous vary of becoming choices on the fly.

The becoming tech is “a real breakthrough in metallic wooden becoming,” mentioned Jose Miraflor, VP of product structure and client connections at Cobra Puma Golf. “By no means earlier than has any hosel system offered 33 distinctive loft and lie settings that may be adjusted so rapidly and simply.” Miraflor mentioned the vary of settings is greater than 4 occasions what Cobra’s earlier hosel system provided and greater than double the settings provided by Cobra’s nearest competitor.

Not solely does Cobra’s new hosel permit for extra adjustable settings than ever earlier than, however it additionally permits loft, lie and face angle to all be adjusted independently due to SMARTPAD expertise, which retains the clubface sq..

Whereas 33 choices could seem intimidating to gamers, the corporate has offered a chart to indicate the flight from every setting. As soon as participant choose the correct head and shaft mixture however nonetheless see a shot heading in a specific path (excessive and proper, for instance), they might head to the setting on the alternative fringe of the matrix (F2 is low and left, on this case) and work round that quadrant to seek out the perfect match.

The chart will be rapidly accessed by scanning a QR code printed above the hosel.

The brand new drivers additionally incorporate refined aerodynamics, adaptive weighting that builds upon Cobra’s PWR-BRIDGE and H.O.T. Face Know-how for elevated face flex and better distance, even on off-center strikes.

The DS-ADAPT household will probably be accessible for becoming and pre-sale Dec. 12, with retail and on-line availability beginning on Jan. 10, 2025.

Here’s a breakdown of every of the 4 DS-ADAPT fashions.

DS-ADAPT LS

Designed for golfers with quicker swing speeds, the LS mannequin reduces spin off the tee whereas providing better shot-shaping versatility. In keeping with Cobra, the LS options probably the most superior aerodynamics within the line, due to its raised rear part, increased crown peak, and new heel aerodynamic shaping. It additionally boasts probably the most compact handle profile of the 4 fashions (445cc), together with three adjustable weight ports for fine-tuning any type of shot form.

Loft: 9°, 10.5° (RH/LH)

Shaft: True Mood Denali Black 60, with customized choices accessible

Value: $549