![]() ![]() LTD and, to an even greater extent, LTD Pro pushed the idea of low CG into uncharted territory. You can go back at least as far as FLY-Z to find Cobra talking about pushing centers of gravity low. That’s core to every driver design philosophy and there’s no deviation within the flagship line. ![]() To every extent that PING is a back CG, high MOI company, Cobra is a low CG brand. In that respect, RADSPEED is an evolutionary product but it also serves to reinforce Cobra’s position as the leader in low center of gravity engineering. Moving weight to the perimeter isn’t exactly new thinking. To be sure, this whole “radius of gyration” thing is fresh language around what golf club engineers have been doing for years. The idea is to push significant chunks of mass away from the center of gravity to create distinct performance differentiation between RADSPEED models. In this context, the radius of gyration can be thought of as the maximum distance away from the center of the clubhead’s center of gravity where Cobra engineers were able to position weight in a way that actually improves performance. Radius of Gyration: The radius of a cylindrical surface coaxial with the axis of rotation of a body such that if the entire mass of the body were concentrated in that surface the moment of inertia and energy of rotation would be unchanged That said, it’s probably best we consult with our friend at Merriam-Webster for this one. That’s my second Rachel’s reference this year. In a normal year, it would almost be PGA Merchandise Show time so I’ll forgiving the Orlando contingent for thinking that Radius of Gyration describes the minimum distance from the talent at Rachel’s Men’s Club and Steakhouse - at which it’s not entirely hygienically unsound to eat your steak dinner. The RAD in Cobra’s RADSPEED is actually short for Radius of Gyration. That’s some of it but far from all of it. The RADSPEED name itself is meant to be both memorable and fun in much the same way as Rocketballz and Big Bertha were for TaylorMade and Callaway. it’s short for “radical” which I suppose could apply to Cobra’s weighting strategy across the RADSPEED lineup – though that’s not it entirely. “RAD” is an obvious play on 1980s’ slang. But even if we all know it, there remains a compulsion to say it. If we’re going to wrap our heads around the story behind the new Cobra RADSPEED Driver family, we’re going to need to establish a basic understanding of where the name comes from. The retail price is $449 with full availability beginning Jan.Low spin and forgiveness are key elements of all three designs.For 2021, Cobra is introducing three RADSPEED Driver models.The forged PWRSHELL Face insert in the RADSPEED iron is made of a high-strength 17-4 stainless steel, allowing for a thinner and more flexible face design that increases ball speed on and around the Sweet Spot. An all new black carbon fiber cosmetic creates the appearance of a thinner topline for a sleeker and more compact look at address.ĬOBRA’s patented PWRSHELL technology continues to offer increased speed and higher launch even on stronger lofted irons. In addition, the irons feature a unique Carbon Fiber Topline that saves 2g to lower the CG and improve launch and spin characteristics. Radial Weighting is a critical component of the design that allows the RADSPEED irons to maintain high launch and maximum carry distance, despite having a stronger loft. This weighting system delivers an iron set that is truly custom built for the golfer. ![]() COBRA PUMA Golf elevates support of athletes with new Tour Truckĭuring custom builds this weight may be adjusted +/- 6g utilizing weights ranging from 4g to 16g in increments of 2g to dial in proper swing weights when customizing length or shafts. ![]()
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