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Love this driver!!I have a ping g5 which hits longer but if you want a straight drive this is it! sweet driver! love my ft-i!
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from Pennsauken, NJ on 10/17/2009
When I first got this club, I wasn't to sure about it because of the size of the clubhead. I used it for one round and put it back in my bag. I wasn't impressed. I kept pushing the ball way right off my drives. Of course, I thought it was the clubs fault. After about three more rounds of golf I figured out it wasn't the club that was causing the problems, it was me. With this club, I've picked up about 35 more yards on my drives. It is a very forgiving club. My girlfriend tried this driver and liked it so much, she bought herself one. It really is a great club. I purchased this club from Callaway Preowned in "Good" condition and no lie, it looked new. Do yourself a favor and buy this club.
This club is about 10-15 yards shorter than my Ping G5. Sets up nice. No slight draw or fade though....just very straight or major slice or hook.
Callaway preowned is awesome. The very good condition was just like brand new and it came with the $150 javlnFX M7 shaft.....
Very happy
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from montreal canada on 8/18/2009
i use this product for the drive very satisfed
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from montreal canada on 8/11/2009
i,m very sastified of this product
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from Yerevan, Armenia on 8/9/2009
Great for high handicappers and all other golfers, as well!
from deerwood, mn on 8/8/2009
I love the club but I'm going to put a different shaft in it during the off season
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I usually have a draw with my irons and hit my fairway and rescue woods pretty straight, but I have always tended to slice on my drives. I was using an FT-5 and no matter what I did, I could not get rid of my tendency to slice. After while, I was reluctant to use my driver at all and would drive with my rescue wood.
I thought that I would give the FT-i-draw a try at its current low price and it worked just as advertised. Very straight and as I became comfortable swinging a bit harder, so the distance also improved. I strongly recommend this driver to anyone who struggles with a slice on their drives.
from Portland, OR on 8/5/2009
I am a casual golfer and but have a smooth swing and generate club head speed in the low 90's. I got the club to improve accuracy but this does not happen. My handicap has gone up 2 points. There is either too much launch with the ball going higher or the ball goes off line both have poor results. The pro/seller told me the club head intimidates me(?). It's not as forgiving as I was led to believe. If hit perfectly it's great but that happens about once or twice a round. I have gone back to my old Big Bertha II for better distance and control.
Love the driver until it came apart at the seem. I hit off the tee and it went into 2 pieces. But I am headed to get the same driver. So overall its a good one
from Denver, CO on 7/30/2009
Have not gotten used to it yet. Hit lots of bad shots with it and just a few good ones so for competition am continuing to use my old driver. Will keep trying this in casual rounds
from Winston-Salem, NC on 7/30/2009
I love the look of this driver!
from Warsaw IN on 7/29/2009
Took quite a while to find a shaft that I can use and this one is almost perfect for me.
from Pensacola, Florida on 7/27/2009
Nice Club... In Great Shape for the "Good" category.
Nice Sweet spot and I love the sound of the driver upon impact. Once I made an adjustment for the club not being a "Tour" model... I became a fan.
Recommend this club for 10 to 15 handicappers who want distance and accuracy.
from Los Angeles, CA on 7/25/2009
I bought the FTi to replace the 460X that I couldn't keep straight. The FTi has helped me keep the ball on the fairway and post lower scores.
from West Covina, CA. on 7/24/2009
Was totally surprised by the condition of the club. The conditon was rated as good but you could hardly tell that the club was used.
from castellon, SPAIN on 7/23/2009
It's a perfect driver for my conditions and it's very easy take a fairways
from Murrysville, PA on 7/18/2009
Since it gave me exactly what I wanted with the extra distance and accuracy on my drives, I told my dad to try it, I ended up buying two. It's added the distance he's been missing on his drives.
great club ball just jumps off club face like a rocket. Easy to hit huge sweat spot...buy one
from Austin, TX on 7/17/2009
I use an 8.5 degree in Austin and sent a 9 degree (previously owned) to use when I visit my brother in Washington State. I keep a set of clubs at his house so I don't have to lug them through the airport.
I like a low degree of loft since I hit a naturally high drive and like the more boring trajectory. This added about 20 yards to my drives and made my golfing partner very unhappy.
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from Wilmington, DE on 7/16/2009
The FT I isn't quite the FT IQ but for the Used price it can't be beat. It's kept me on more Fairways and give me extra yards off every tee. It won't get me on the pro tour but it's improved my game and boosted my confidence.
from mpls..st.paul..mn on 7/16/2009
this driver is sweet...and the built in draw is mint..love this club..can u say 290 yard drives i can...thanks for a great club...eric
from Rocky Gap, VA on 7/10/2009
Square head easier to hit and more accurate, but the driving distance is a little shorter than my FT3.
from Augusta Ga. on 7/7/2009
My driving accuracy has greatly improved and I also had a small gain in distance.
from St. Paul, MN on 7/7/2009
A great value. Club came in great condition--much better than I expected. Much better than the Callaway knock-off I used for two seasons.
from Colfax, IN on 7/7/2009
I had a FT-3 that I picked up last year as a "starter driver", but had a lot of trouble hitting fairways. The FT-I tour is getting me a little less distance, but I am hitting probably twice as many fairways as I was last year. Thing sounds wicked loud when you hit it right, and you know by the sound if you missed it. I am really enjoying the game with this club.
from Wolcott, CT. on 7/2/2009
Driver has changed my game. 25-40 yards longer off the tee. MUCH more accurate and forgiving than anything I have ever hit !!
from Kansas City, MO on 6/28/2009
This driver is extremely forgiving and makes staying in the fairway easier. The sound on impact is powerful and gives you the feel that every drive is 300+ yards.
from Washington, DC on 6/28/2009
Just hit a couple drives around 200 yards.
from hoboken, nj on 6/22/2009
driving range only
from Central Kansas on 6/22/2009
A friend told me to, "Keep throwing more money at and you will get better." Well after spening thousands of dollars on more clubs I couldn't hit after I bought it. I finally found the one the one I love. This driver is the best I have ever owned. Straight,long and accurate. Take it to the range a couple of times to get the feel of it. I would definitely recommend this club to friends.
from Hendersonville, Tennessee on 6/17/2009
This driver was the best club buy I ever made. I immediately picked up 10 yards and I now never fear narrow fairways. My accuracy has increased by 50% or more.
from clinton twp., mi on 6/16/2009
Best buy in golf equipment made in a while. Glad I didn't discover this club until I had to buy one used to get it. I wouldn't have been disappointed if I'd have bought it new but I saved hundreds buying it used. First driver I've had that I can just rip away with and be pleased with the results.
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from IOWA on 6/14/2009
LONG AND STRAIGHT
from Huntsville, AL on 6/13/2009
Great product!
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from TN on 6/12/2009
Great with helping my slice. Now I just wish I could get a little more distance out. Great driver overall.
from Kansas on 6/3/2009
I play golf 3 to 4 times per week and I have really been struggling with my drives. I read about the Callaway FT - i and thought I would give it a try. All of a sudden things are working. I have let some of my fellow golf partners try it out and now they are in the market for the Callway FT-i.
from Rockport, Ma on 6/3/2009
Used about 4 times and my drives have improved each time. Once you get used to the look of the driver and the closed head, the swing seems natural.
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I'm hitting the fairway about 80% now as compared to 50% before. On biggest hits it's not quite as far, but who cares? A $500 club for [$] I love it!
from Boston on 6/1/2009
News Flash:: this just in... Golf Club actually lives up to expectations..Long,straight and easy to hit. What else can you ask for. 2 years ago this club went for 399$ i picked it up for [$] Patience is virtue .
What a great driver...I hit it yesterday on the range for the first time and was shocked. Nothing but straight bombs! I was messing around trying to hit a slice, but couldn't do it! Best driver I ever hit!
from Honolulu Hi on 5/23/2009
Love this driver, best feel in a driver I have ever had.
from Jena, LA on 5/20/2009
Once again I can shape my shots - especially putting a little draw on it.
from Michigan on 5/19/2009
Doubled my distance and accuracy on drives
from Tonawanda, NY on 5/17/2009
With the FT-I Driver, I rarely miss a fairway!
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from Southeast US on 5/17/2009
I was not happy with the "logo adds" on the shaft, but the club is very good quality and as advertised.
from Cedar City, Ut on 5/16/2009
I am an avid golfer and the FTi driver gives me more distance and less draw. At the moment I can't think of anything negative to say about the club except I wish I had gotten it sooner.
from Johnson Creek,Wi on 5/14/2009
The ease it takes to hit a solid drive
from Lakewood Ranch FL on 5/13/2009
I'm really happy with the driver.... a nice easy tempo produces a straight drive every time
I have hit more fairways,and longer drive. A club I can be confident with. The best driver I have ever had.
from elberta al on 5/12/2009
great golf club
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from orlando , fl on 5/11/2009
bought this as a "replacement" for my FT-3. Sounds Horrible and the balance is worse than a one legged drunk guy!! Sold it on [...] then bought a Diablo and never looked back!! I would only take this club if it were FREE only to sell it!!
First square headed driver I've owned.Was skeptical.Tried one,unreal how good this driver is.Very straight,solid and forgiving.With the right ball,you get plenty of distance.Hitting alot more fairways,makes it fun.This is the real deal.
from Buffalo NY on 5/10/2009
Mishits still travel a respectable distance & no more bananna slices
from Northern California Central Valley on 5/10/2009
I like the large square head. It takes getting used to but almost immediately I began hitting it straight. Its harder to draw the ball off the tee with the neutral head driver, but its very easy to hit a nice high cut or just hit it straight in the fairway. Its the straightest driver I have ever hit.
from San Diego, Ca on 5/9/2009
I thought I might have trouble getting used to the look of the club head but it looks great. I definitely get at least 10 more yards on drives than I did with my 460cc Big Bertha. Feels great on the sweet spot too...
from western mass on 5/9/2009
swing aggessive and don`t hold back, trust the technology in this club,be a believer in the callaway prodigy!!!!
from Minneapolis, MN on 5/8/2009
Developed an odd left to right thing with my drives....thought this might do the trick. Not really. A bad swing is still a bad swing. When I swing right my normal callaway driver works better. When I swing wrong on this drive, just a little less noticeable but still pushed .
from Montezuma, Iowa on 5/8/2009
nice head cover nice release seems to be off balance somewhat could be me though!
from Soperton, GA on 5/8/2009
Not as long as some drivers I have hit. But ball flight is very predictable most of the time. Keeps my ball at least playable if not center of fairway.
from O'Neill, Nebraska on 5/7/2009
Club has improved my drive and I am very satified with it and would recomend it to everyone
from St. Cloud , MN on 5/7/2009
It's all good ....I love this driver!
from lv, nv on 5/7/2009
good balance and lite weight
from Tucson, AZ on 5/7/2009
As I continue to solve and eliminate my tendancy to come over the top on some drives, this club has helped me to extend my take away and get through the ball on an inside/outside line. I love it.
It stopped my slice cold and added at least twenty yards to my drives its a great club lowered my score by at least 8 strokes per round.
from Aiken, S.C. on 5/3/2009
I am very pleased with my new FTI driver. I have never hit the ball so far, or as straight.
from St. Paul, MN on 5/2/2009
I enjoy how straight I am hitting the driver. It's almost like you can aim it. I don't hit drives much longer with the club, but the control is so much better.
from Harleysville, PA on 5/2/2009
I have only been playing a short while. My last outing I hit 15 of 18 fairways and couldn't be happier with this club.
from South Padre Island, Tx on 4/30/2009
straight and long
from Collins, Ia on 4/29/2009
First large headed driver I've ever used.I swing at 60-70 percent power, and it goes straight!! I mean really straight.I have lost some distance, but the middle at 260 is way better than 310 in the rough.(or worse)Very loud on impact, the other golfers on the range will know its you hitting.Still, very pleased with my purchase.
from Keller, TX on 4/29/2009
This Driver is really easy to hit. Even mis-hits go fairly straight. I play a little cut and reach 300 + when I hit the sweet spot. For 9 degrees it does fly high. I tee it a little lower, like i'm playing into the wind to get maximum distance. I have the 3 squarway wood too. Also a very good club. I drove a 309 yard par 4 with it!!
from Huntington, IN on 4/28/2009
I tried a controlled test with this FT-i, a Hyper X, and my fitted HiBore. I used three new and identical balls and hit drives with each club. I would mark the results with flags and then reload. I gave each driver three rounds. The FT-i was consistently longer and straighter than both of the others. I normally hit with a fade. I still hit some drives a little right with the FT-i. I now can aim for the center and not down the left side. I will probably see if a different shaft can give me even better results.
from Beatrice, NE on 4/27/2009
Bought this club to replace my r7 425 tp 7.5. Got 8.5 with ozik s flex. Trajectory was lower than my r7 and it was straighter. The distance was maybe lacking a little compared to my other driver, but the straightness made up for it some. It had a better feel than my old club. Still in bag for now. If you are looking for a lower spinning, lower trajectory shot, this is the driver for you.
from New Plymouth New Zealand on 4/26/2009
I was very impressed by the condition of the club, like new. [...]Thank you
from Chattanooga, TN on 4/25/2009
Need for the long par 4 & 5
Played in the rainy weather today..hit 12 of 15 fairways.I usually slice a driver that large. Not always the longest driver, but very straight. I only need swing 60 percent power, and its 240-260 down the middle.Almost sounds like like its going to shatter, hopefully it doesnt!!Dont overswing and you'll be amazed. (9 degree loft, nuetral ball flight)
from B.G. Missouri on 4/24/2009
Very nice Driver.The square head looks a little funny and the face is a little shallow,but very smooth if you hit it on the sweet spot.Can,t go wrong for the price. I know everyday in the the woods is a picnic but birdies come from the fairway.
from Green Bay, WI on 4/24/2009
Love the loook of the club. Gives me confidence when I look down at the club head. I know I will be playing from the short stuff. Wish I had this five years ago.
from San Jose, CA on 4/23/2009
I can't imagine how a driver could be more accurate. This thing just seems to go straight or slight fade.
Good swings are rewarded handsomely and poor swings are very playable. No more big misses with the FT-i. The 8.5 LCG w/Xcon6 gets a great initial launch then quickly flattens the flight so the ball hits the ground running.
from Deklab IL. on 4/23/2009
I wanted to upgrade from an ERC II and after shoppng around I decided to give the FT-I a try. The first 9 holes were a little rough but the back nine came down by 11 stokes.
from Pittsburgh, PA on 4/21/2009
Upgraded to the FT-i from my Great Big Bertha last year. It is by far the easiest driver to hit straight. With some effort, you can bend the ball, but that's not the best use for this driver. This thing instills a lot of confidence off the tee. I thought I would never get used to a square club at address, but I was wrong. This club is great! The only complaint I have is that off the tee, it gets pretty loud.
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from Alachua,Florida on 4/21/2009
The FT-i lcg replaced my Titilist 905-T which is
a tall order that is a great Club.
The FT-i Tour sets up more towards the center of
your stance!" rather than a pair shaped club off your front foot's inside heel! It is a very Straight driver!long off the tee and a blessing on narrow fairways.My former driver was very long
but the FT-i is a little longer with better control.I have no regrets this was a very good chioce. David from Alachua Florida
from Las Vegas, NV on 4/21/2009
The condition of the club was very good. It does what i ask of it--most of the time.
from Ione, Ca. Castle Oaks Golf Course on 4/20/2009
I almost never hit a draw until I bought this club, Technology is a wonderful thing.
I hit a lot more fairways and that puts you in position to score.
from Iowa City, IA on 4/20/2009
I bought this FT-i Callaway Certified which means you get a free new head cover and 30(?) day return policy. I really like the club and got an excellent deal. Paid around [$]with no tax and no shipping cost. The quality was stated to be 'good' but it was in basically brand new condition when I got it. I'd buy from this site again in the future. GREAT customer service.
from sacramento ca on 4/20/2009
I'm hitting the ball long and straight every time off the tee...so sweeet
from Bakersfield, CA on 4/20/2009
This driver replaced a FT-3 tour model which I loved, but wanted to get more accuracy off the tee. I now have better accuracy and about 10-15 yards in more distance.
from Ohio on 4/18/2009
The driver was packaged very well, and it was in better shape than advertised.
from Eagle Point, Victoria, Australia on 4/17/2009
This thing is L A R G E off the tee. I hit driver, 6 iron into the par 5, 18th the other day. On another hole, someone said to me "I have never seen anyone down this far before!". I got the xtra stiff shaft and this club is awesome. Service from Callaway pre-owned to OZ is excellent btw.
Took this club to my club builder and needed to change the shaft to a Xstiff Flex and now my average Drive is 275 yards. I've played with Taylor Made for the past 5 years and now I have made the total change to irons and all woods to Callaway however still love my Taylor Made Hybrids.
from Danville, VA on 4/16/2009
Club hit well, shaft too stiff for my game.
from Alexandria Ontario canada on 4/16/2009
Most forgiving club I have ever hit, and the longest.
from Provo, UT on 4/16/2009
The ball flight doesn't seem too high or too low. Complaints about lack of shot-shaping don't make sense because I can easily control a fade or draw for angling fairways. I should have added it to my bag three years ago.
from Miami on 4/15/2009
This driver produces some of the longest rolling tee shots I have ever hit. Drives are long, low and seem to go forever. I regularly hit this club 300 yards, something like 250 on a line and 50 of roll. This driver seems to produce very little sidespin, as most shots are either straight on or off-line depending upon how well I square the club at impact.
I have to mention that this is the worst sounding driver I have ever hit. That won't deter me from keeping it because it performs so well, but there are times when I feel like apologizing to the other golfers on the driving range. God awful!
I guess if that's the worst thing about this club then I can live with it!
The Ozark shaft seems a little stiffer than most, but produces a very nice kick and solid feel. I am very impressed with this shaft, which I play in x-stiff on a 9.5 degree head.
Compared to other Callaway drivers I have used, this one feels the most solid and least likely to balloon in the wind.
from CapeCod Ma. on 4/13/2009
I like the feel and looks of the club
from Angels Camp, Ca on 4/12/2009
It seems to be 20 yards longer than my Cobra..
Upgraded from the Biggest Big Bertha - the FTi adds +35 yards to drives...
from Yucaipa, CA on 4/9/2009
This driver has replaced my older VFT Hawk Eye driver, with unpresidented results.
from El Cajon , Ca. on 4/8/2009
The FTi has a nice feel and is easy to hit when the fairways are narrow . It also gives you great distance .
from Chilliwack, British Columbia on 4/8/2009
I was having trouble off the tee keeping my drives in the fairway. I replaced my Cobra 9.5 degree with my new FT-i which I consistently hit close to centre (always). I have no problem maintaining optimum trajectory with the FT-i 8.5 degree loft and married to the Fujikura shaft, the distance is averaging 20 yards longer. I am totally satisfied with the performance and will seriously look at the FT fairway wood...can't wait!
from Florida on 4/8/2009
Excellent quality and very straight.
from NY on 4/7/2009
[...],great product
from Honolulu, Hi on 4/7/2009
I'm an average player, shooting in the high 80's low 90's. I averaged around 260 off the tee with my old wilson deep red driver. Never in the fairway. I have only played one round with these clubs but 7 of my drives were appx 270 and straight down the fairway. Shot an 85 first time out..Couldn't have asked for anything better. Didn't hit the rest of the fairways b/c I started getting cocky and swinging for the fence. I still hit it straight, just only about 100yds down the middle. Couldn't have asked for better results. Can't wait to get out for round 2.
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from McAllen, Texas on 4/6/2009
even though the shaft is an inch longer, I don't pull hook the ball as I did with my other driver. I don't get the height as my previous driver (same degree) but I make up on the roll. Eg. I would hit my other driver 275 in air and hardly any roll at all. I hit this driver not as high, but as long in the air, but 30 to 50 on the roll. Just what I was looking for on my home course.
from Windsor, CA on 4/2/2009
I am finnaly able to work the ball.... I have always hit the ball with 285 yard average.. Now and can draw and fade with minimal effort and the same swing.
from Tulsa,OK on 4/1/2009
Was looking for a new driver and have wanted to try the Ft-i for some time. Tried a friends and loved it. Found exactly what I was looking for on the site and bought it. It came in excellent shape, in fact it looked brand new. Several people have commented on the deal I got.
Great Deal. Great Club.
from CA on 3/30/2009
Long and straight, very forgiving.
from Greensboro, NC on 3/30/2009
I had used a friend's similar driver and hit it well. This is not the exact club but my experience with this club has not been acceptable. This possibly could be attributed to the hook face but my friend's club had a hook face too. I'm usually a straight hitter and the hook face did not cause smothered duck hooks. Of the 75 drives hit, none were acceptable. Its just not for me.
from Montana on 3/29/2009
The club hits the center of the green more often than my old diver.
from Edison, NJ on 3/29/2009
I enjoy each swing with this club. The balance allows me to swing freely and concentrate only on hitting the golf ball, the club does the rest.
from Winter Haven, FL on 3/28/2009
I haven't used the driver more than 10 times, can't stand the noise; however, it is straight but not long. I like Callaway products but this one just doesn't work for me. I have wide sole fusion irons and love them, have hybrids and like them, a friend has the same driver and wouldn't part with it so different strokes for different folks.
from Lafayette, La on 3/28/2009
Best club I every owned it very ture about being the longest and straitest club Callway ever made.
from manitoba,canada on 3/28/2009
Replaces my x-460 with more accuracy and distance for a senior even 10 yards is a testosterone boost
from Rockledge Fl on 3/27/2009
This product replaced another driver and it has really helped my game.
from Salisbury, NC on 3/27/2009
I just enjoy the feel, sweet spot, distance and overall quality of Calloway products particularly this driver.
from Concord, NC on 3/26/2009
I used to play a Nike Sasquatch... had some trouble with over drawing (hooking) the ball. This club is great... I can trust my swing and hit fades or draws, but naturally play a small draw. The clubhead inspires confidence at address. The LCG version has a great ballflight, not too high, not too much spin... and plenty long and accurate. I have gained about 5-10 yards and increased FW hit per round. The noise is loud and oil can like, but it doesn't bother me... I actually like a loud driver. I hit a lot of drivers in trying to decide on one (Nike Sumo, Adams XTD A3, Cleveland Launcher, Cobra, TM Tour Burner, etc.) and this one was easily my favorite. Only one came close and it was the Adams... but I just decided to wait for the price on this one to come down, and I'm glad I did.
from south dakota / arizona on 3/25/2009
great product, just lacks that "ting" sound at impact.
from Nederland, CO on 3/25/2009
I use it off the tee and low shots off fairway, when needed. Took me a while to get use to the shape and still find the sound of the hit annoying. The results were worth the effort.
from Knoxville, Tn on 3/25/2009
I've probably lost a little distance switching to this club, but ive been hitting fairway after fairway.
from Chattanooga, Tn. on 3/23/2009
I've used my Calloway FT-I driver for four rounds of golf now and I am delighted with the improved accruacy of my drives. I have always had a tendency for and suffered with a pronounced slice off the tee. With my new neutral FT-I, I rarely slice the ball and I am hitting many more fairways. Its helping my game and I'm beginning lower my scores. I love it!
from Sacramento, CA on 3/23/2009
I have used Callaway golf equipment (both irons and woods)for many years. Also, I have used most of the other major brands of golf equipment yet I find Callaway drivers are best suited for me. The FT-i is a very solid driver and its performance is as good as it gets.
from Sacramento Ca on 3/23/2009
Bought fade with 8.5 fugi shaft x-stiff. Never played x shaft before but good for this club. Low spin so ball rolls forever. Hitting 280 or more with this club. Average on old club was 250. You have just got to try it
from Las Cruces, NM on 3/23/2009
I purchased the FT-I Draw because this was the only draw biased club which doesn't have a goofy ofset and a slammed shut club face. Interestingly, my normal set up and swing consistently produces a long high fade. The impact sound is a little loud, but other than that, this club is a keeper.
from Sylvester Georgia on 3/23/2009
I am real impressed with the extra distance I get from this club.
from Arvada, CO on 3/22/2009
My go-to club off the tee in all conditions and course design. I hit with more confidence. Great on narrow tree lined or water hazard holes. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!
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from Collegeville, PA on 3/21/2009
The driver is unbelivably striaght. Disatnce may be comromised slightly - but I lose a few yards to be in the fairway every time.
from Tomahawk, KY on 3/21/2009
Unlike a lot of the products I have experienced this driver has lived up to my expectation. It has easily given me 15-20 extra yards off the tee, and has brought my confidence from off the tee box way up. I purchased the draw version and now my miss is a slight fade (usually still in the fairway or just in the rough) and most shots are in the middle of the fairway. My old miss was a slice-100 yards down the fairway and a hundred or so to the left. This is a great club!
from Madison, Wisconsin on 3/19/2009
Great driver. Bought a stiff shaft late last year and was a little too firm. Swapped it out for a regular and less than $100 difference. [...]
from breese, il on 3/18/2009
hot off the face
quick reponse you can feel
dead on target
sweet driver, best i have ever used
from Ponte Vedra Beach, (home o the PGA Tour) on 3/17/2009
First, when I recieved the product I thought it was a "new" driver not the "used" driver that I ordered. Your re-do of the driver is perfect. GREAT JOB!!!!!!
from Vancouver, WA (USA) on 3/17/2009
my good hits are really good and my bad hits are much better. That means that I am in the fairway much more and enjoying the game much much more
from Salt lake City, UT on 3/16/2009
This driver is amazing! I've never hit the ball so straight, long and so consistantly. It seems like I cant miss hit with it!
from Canon City, CO on 3/15/2009
Great feeling club. I can draw it, fade it, or long and straight. No complaints on this driver.
from Albany, Western Australia on 3/15/2009
The FT-i is great for those of us unable to attain a single figure handicap. It is longer off the tee than my old driver and even miss hit shots go straight. It's the best bit of kit I have purchased since I changed to Callaway irons four years ago. I ordered it on Thursday and played with it in the comp the following Wednesday.
from Cold Lake, Ab, Canada on 3/14/2009
This club actually made my game better, and more enjoyable off the tees. A deffinate must have in the bag!
from beverly, ma on 3/14/2009
Very forgiving and carries a strong distance...
from Alachua,Florida on 3/14/2009
This is my First Callaway Golf Club my previous
Drivers were a 905 T & 907 2. They were a good
steady long driver But they don't match up to the
FT-I Tour. The LCG is 18 yards longer and as straight & solid as my 905T was.I play a 47inch
length and a Winn # 7 extra large grip the grip &
length makes it evem more solid. This Club is a
Pleasure I am happy a friend let me hit his !you
need to try this club. David / Alachua,Florida
from Solano, County on 3/14/2009
Seems to have helped my slice. Now, that is a good thing
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from Bethlehem, Pa on 3/13/2009
I purchased the 9degree ft-i neutral bias with the speeder 586 stiff flex shaft.
For all of those people who have said this driver sacrifices distance for accuracy couldn't be more wrong.
For all of those people who have said that you are unable to shape shots with this driver couldn't be more wrong.
I was actually hesitant about buying this club from some of those naysayers reviews, but I'm glad I followed through with the purchase of the club. I was consistently hitting the ball high and long. I normally carry a drive about 245yrd with my old driver (Cleveland Launcher 330). With this driver I maintain my carry and actually increased it by about 10yrds. What is astonishing though, is that out of a typical 18 holes I would have a major slice on at least 3 drives. This club maintained my distance while eliminating those errant shots.
Sometimes on the hole may require you to shape the shot. With my old club shaping a draw was a near impossibility for me. With this club I can consistently draw the ball about 20 yards when desired. The opposite is true as well for the fade.
Any club that will allow for the forgiveness of a straight shot coupled with the controlled workability is a decent club to me.
Cliffnotes:
1) Drives are more consistent, eliminated errant shots.
2) Hits in the sweet spot are consistently 20yrd further in carry.
3) Miss hits are just as long as old driver, but nearby the fairway.
4) Shots can be shaped either direction.
Final thoughts:
This club may not give you a significant increase in distance on all shots, but the bad shots are not as bad and the good shots are even better.
from rochester, MI on 3/11/2009
I appreciate the distance.
from NY, NY on 3/10/2009
A very good driver with an atypical sound at impact but gives good feedback.
from ceres, ca. on 3/9/2009
clubhead cracked after a few swings
from Pittsburg,ca 94565 on 3/7/2009
I use a friend FT-1 driver and order one. It's longer than my Ping drivers.
from Hamilton Sq. NJ on 3/7/2009
Always in search of the perfect driver. Now I have found it. Played two rounds since I purchased it. One of the courses is extremely tight. Been down the middle for 2 rounds
from Kansas City, MO on 3/6/2009
Very accurate!
from Olathe, KS on 3/6/2009
Driver has great playability. Good distance and line even on off center face hits. Love it and would reccomend it to anyone.
from Pearland, Texas on 3/5/2009
Just got the driver last week and took it the range. Took a couple swings to adjust to it, but boy o' boy did it go. Was hitting into a head wind and still able to hit next to last marker. I have a slight fade but no big deal, was able to hit some straight shots with it.
from LA, CA on 3/4/2009
I am very, very pleased wih my trade from 10 to 8.5. This translates into a 40-60 yard driving increase depending on the fairway slope.
This allows me to go from a 6 to a 8 or 9 for my approach, for the first time in my life I'm shooting in the 70's....woooooohoooooooo! :-)
from readig,pa on 2/26/2009
I like the way the ball jumps off the face of the club
from denver on 2/19/2009
a great feel to this club
from Sarasota, FL on 2/17/2009
Great feel and balance.
from Atlanta, GA on 2/16/2009
Once I get down my swing, it flies great and straight. It doesn't arch way up, but more of a bee line. I really like it though. This is my first driver and can't wait to use the full potential of it. Oh and it is loud on impact, but you get used to it.
from San Diego, Ca on 2/16/2009
I love to hit the ball far off the tee. I would use this club to shorten my time in the fairway. I want to be a one shot off the fairway type of player. I use this club and it helps me to get on the green in two shots.
from Eden,NC on 2/14/2009
Great club for those long par 5's. Long and straight. Best Drive I have ever hit. Matrix Xcon is the best shaft on the market.
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from Plattsmouth, Nebraska on 2/12/2009
I am a senior player (65) that plays two to three times a week. The Callaway FT-I is by FAR the best driver I have had the privilege of using. STRAIT shooter with good distance,more than I have ever experienced with any other driver. I would HIGHLY recommend this driver to anyone that wants to lower their handicap.
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from Rio Rancho, NM on 2/5/2009
Well to start I am a gear junkie. I have been wanting this club for a long time after using it at a DEMO days event. The club hits long and straight when I make good contact with it. If you hit it off the toe it goes right, off the heal it goes left, in the sweet spot, STRAIGHT as an arrow. Actually I developed a little bit of a fade instead of draw with this driver. Has a strange sound on impact, like an aluminum softball bat, just different than other titanuim drivers. This replaced my Taylormade R7 superquad and Burner that I had been using. I demo'd a Ping G10 and liked it a lot, but had been wanting this club for a while. Now I need to get better to really use it. I did have a 350 yard drive with carry and roll in the first round I played with it, so I do like it alot. Was going to buy an FT-5, but really wanted this.
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from newnan ga on 1/30/2009
I am hitting the ball longer and straighter than ever. Everybody needs to hit this club.
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I stopped playing golf for 15 years and started again May of 2008. I've been using a 3 wood off the tee since I could not seem to handle the long driver at all.
I then got the Ft-i Driver and WooooW !!! I have played about 5 rounds and missed the fairways only about 4 times literally. Although, I have a slicing swing, this driver keeps it in the fairway for me. I could not be more pleased or surprised with my performance with this club. I am also hitting this driver from 10 to 30 yards farther. You really need to try it.
from LA, CA on 1/29/2009
THis is an awesome driver - Our whole golfing group now hits with them - very forgiving and you can hit it far and straight!
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i hate this driver the first time i used it it broke so if u are looking for a good driver this ant it
from Lake Wales, Fl on 1/26/2009
Great lenght off the tee
from Chino, CA on 1/23/2009
This driver is great. It has a large sweet spot, great distance, and very reliable. This driver is confidence inspiring and you cant wait to Tee off at the next hole!! If you have a strong swing use a stiff shaft & you will love golfing again.
from 10 thompson rd Storrs, Connecticut on 1/21/2009
The price is the very best in the business, believe me I've looked. I thought I was getting a driver in very good condition, and it was brand new with head cover. It was packaged first class and I received it in no time flat. I would recommend this company to anyone with pride.
from Phoenix on 1/20/2009
May sound corny but this is the best driver I have ever owned. Good enough that I bought another since Callaway stopped amking them. Ver long and straight off the tee. Big advantage of the FTi is it still comes in a nuetal setup unlike the new FTiq which are all draw biased.
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from grove city ohio on 1/18/2009
would like to send back and get a 9 degree head will have trouble into the wind
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from San Francisco on 1/16/2009
It is very forgiving on miss hit shots. Every time i think I killed my drive its only about 230-250 yards out. I was hitting my old driver farther. Great if you want to keep the ball in play.
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from greensboro, nc on 1/14/2009
join the ft-i club and enjoy the drive
from Corsicana, Texas on 1/13/2009
looks good , feels like you have more control of the ball flight and direction, great distance
from Crystal River, Florida on 1/13/2009
Retained my draw with this club but longer drives too. Very noisy on impact.
from South Orange County California on 1/13/2009
Great club
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i use the ft-i on longer holes because i get more distance then my ft-5.
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from Yuba city Ca. on 1/8/2009
Flys off the face great, Nice and light also
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from Va Beach, VA on 1/8/2009
Sure likes the fairway!
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from Arlington, Va on 1/7/2009
From the very first swing I hit the center of the fairway. And I never had a chance to warm up!
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from SC. on 1/6/2009
I only have it 2 weeks but already I see my handicap comming down I`m much longer and straighter then i have ever been
from UK on 1/6/2009
Great Driver.I have 9.5 neutral.Long but most importantly very straight
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from Atlanta, GA on 1/6/2009
This is by far the best driver I have ever owned. I've been playing Callway drivers since the original Big Bertha. The FT-i has helped keep me straight and out of trouble. Not much added distance as some suggest, but consistency I believe is the key to a great game anyway. Ordered the "Like New" and was so surprised as to how NEW it looked when it arrived! I will be buyign from Callway Pre-owned again in the future for sure!
If you're looking for that consistent drive, this is the club for you.
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from Florida on 1/4/2009
Im going to beat the game before it gets me!
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from Dallas, TX on 1/2/2009
The driver is fairly forgiving. I choke the club a little to get more control, but am regularly hitting 250 yards + with this!
from Augusta, GA on 1/1/2009
The FTi was as stated, almost perfect and the price was to die for. I own a BB2 and liked it, but it doesn't compare to the FTi. It was a smart move, good buy and is producing tee shots not seen in ages.
from Phoenix Arizona on 12/30/2008
Draw version really keeps ball in middle of fairway. Drives are long and straight. Not as quite as I thought. When they rate this shaft as stiff, thats exactly what they mean. Coming from taylor made where Stiff is softer. Overall getting to know driver and liking it.
from cleveland ,ohio on 12/29/2008
I USE THE CLUB OFF THE TEE IT IS LONG AND IT KEEP ME IN THE FAIRWAYS.
from Grand Prairie, Texas on 12/29/2008
I have longed to find a driver that would help my tee shots, but I have always been too cheap to cough up the big bucks for something like the FT-i. Mind you, I have always desired to own this club, but again, I’m too cheap. On Black Friday I received an email from Callaway Pre-owned stating a sweet deal for the first 300 people on the FT-i. I looked at the like new and that was still a bit out of my price range. I looked at the average and though that I am going to put marks on it anyway, and with the discount, that was in my price range. When it arrived I was more than happy to see the condition of the driver and when I used it….PLEASE! I love this driver. I expect to see my handicap falling with this driver. I am a Ben Hogan owner (thanks Callaway for keeping that brand alive) and I know he would love a club like this one too. Plus it looks great next to my Apex irons.
from Norfolk, VA on 12/29/2008
I found this little gem on Callaway Pre-Owned for a price I couldn't resist. I was amazed at how long and straight this club goes. I was looking for a replacement/upgrade for my ERC II that I could use in tournaments. The balance and feel is great, and it doesn't have the "ping" sound that some people like.
from ASHEVILLE, NC on 12/29/2008
THIS CLUB IS WAY MORE THAN EXPECTED. ALMOST LIKE BRAND NEW. EXCELLENT HITTING CLUB. HAVE NOT MISSED A FAIRWAY YET. GREAT LOOK, FEEL, AND OVERALL APPERANCE. LOVE THIS CLUB..WILL HAVE NO OTHER DRIVER IN MY BAG.
CALLAWAY HAS OUT DONE THEMSELVES THIS TIME
from Chino, CA on 12/29/2008
This driver allows you to align the ball with the hold. It also allows the view of your down swing, and helps you become more accurate. When you hit the sweet spot, it does have a loud ring but it hits too nice for me to care.
from New Oxford PA on 12/28/2008
great driver and great price
from Camarillo, CA on 12/28/2008
Slight loss of distance but it is more than made up by the accuracy.
from Lacs Cruces NM on 12/28/2008
I have only used the driver one time but I liked what I saw. I was considerably straighter off the tee. Almost NO SLICE. If it continues to work I will be a very happy camper.
from Deer Park, Texas on 12/28/2008
This driver just feels comfortable. Ball comes off the head hot and helps your drive to be in the fairway .
from Baton Rouge, LA on 12/28/2008
It is forgiving but isn't as long on perfect hits compared to my Callaway 454. I do have more confidence that I will hit the fairway with it though. Overall a good compromise. Would recommend hitting it prior to getting the Draw, got the neutral and it draws on a regular basis. Hit a fade with my 454.
from Cleveland, Georgia on 12/28/2008
Consistaint off the tee
from Sanford, Michigan on 12/28/2008
Great driver--many of my friends have tried it and two have purchased the FT-i
from Potomac, MD on 12/28/2008
I was surprised to see that the new head design looks and feels natural. FT-i driver promotes confidence in down swing as face squares to ball. It may not be longer than my FT-3 but ball trajectory is clearly more stable.
from Fort Worth, TX on 12/28/2008
The FT-i is a truly wonderful club. Now let me start by saying that I have been using this driver for nearly two months. This is not a first time at the driving range review. This is a wonderful club. It is a little loud, but that will only draw attention to your wonderful, long tee shot. This club is not magic bullet, but if you swing correctly (or even close to) you will get one heck of a drive. I would love to sit here and brag about the extra distance I am getting (which is a lot) but you will have to see how it works for you. Buy this club, be patient with it, have long, excellent drives.
from Akron, Ohio on 12/28/2008
With the FT-i I was able to hit strong drives the first time I used itr. I was afraid it would make the tin can noise that square drivers made when they first came out, but this was NOT the case with FT-i. I thought I would never switch from my previous driver but I could not pass up the deal I got from the sale on Callawaygolfpreowned. Probably the best golf bargain I have received in a long time.
from Cincinnati, OH on 12/28/2008
I bought the product for more distance off the tee, which I got, but was surprised at how much straighter I hit the ball.
from Oneonta, Alabama on 12/28/2008
Great feel and accuracy
from St. Louis on 12/28/2008
This is a great club. Easy to hit and accurate.
from Calgary, AB, Canada on 12/28/2008
Great driver that gives me a lot of confidence off the tee. I hit it straight everytime! I upgraded from a Callaway Big Bertha 460 and haven't looked back! I love the xcon6 shaft! Perfect for my swing.
from St. Augustine, Florida on 12/27/2008
Replaced an 11 degree with this "identical" club except it is 9 degrees. I continue to keep the ball in play but am driving 10 to 15 yards further and straight.
from Kansas on 12/26/2008
This driver is the straightest driver I've ever played. Distance is right there with other drivers but the accuraccy is unbelievable. Feel like I just have to aim at my target line and make a nice smooth swing. Look and sound of the club were easy to get used to.
from New Orleans, LA on 12/21/2008
I had previously owned another brand driver and just couldn't seem to hit it good. I purchased the Callaway FT-i and hit it great the first time I went to the range. Just love it. Will play with it for a long time.
from Jimmyville,PA on 12/20/2008
Got what I payed for
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from san antonio tx on 12/17/2008
I purchased the 9.5 draw to help with my slice, but I saw no difference. I get better results with my X460, the FTi also seemed to give up some distance compaired to my X series. Might work well for a better golfer but I saw no benefit for myself.
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from Delray Beach, FL on 12/14/2008
The Driver has great distance and good accuracy. I am hitting it 10-15 yards longer than last driver without sacrificing any accuracy.
from fort worth, tx on 12/14/2008
It will not help a poor swing.
from east coast on 12/14/2008
Replaced my FT-3 draw with the FT-i neutral and couldn't be more pleased. On the best of strikes I am able to get 20 yards more out of the FT-i. Loud at impact but I actually like it. Better than a dead hollow sound in my opinion. Club looks great and works just as good as it looks. Bombs away! now if only I could find a club that helped my short game as much......
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from St. Augustine, FL on 12/14/2008
Start an early tee time with this banger and you will wake up the group. It's loud on impact but straigt and true.
The length is deceiving; from the tee it doesn't look much longer than my previous driver, FT-3, but reality is at least 15 yards longer.
from MURRIETA, CA on 12/12/2008
I LIKE THE LOOK, LIKE THE FEEL AND THE SOUND, NOT AS ACCURATE OR FORGIVING AS EXPECTED. USED IT FIRST TIME ON A HAWAII VACATION THIS THANKSGIVING TO REPLACE B.BETHA 454 WHICH I LOVE. NOT SURE IT WILL REPLACE IT YET. OVERALL A NICE DRIVER VERY LONG WHEN REALLY HIT IN THE MIDDLE OF THE FACE BUT NOT SO LONG IN OTHER PARTS OF THE CLUB
from pittsburgh, PA on 12/12/2008
Square clubhead makes alignment very easy. Even w/ a 9 deg, very high trajectory possibly leading to less roll & overall distance. But very consistent and mistakes are minimized. The much-hyped sound on impact is not that unpleasant at all.
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I used this driver for about 15 rounds and one day at the range the head just exploded. Very poorly made.
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from Pinehurst, NC on 12/11/2008
I use this club as my driver. It is longer than my G10 and straighter than any driver I have ever played. The pre-owned expirence has been great.
from SE GA on 12/11/2008
This driver replaces my first generation Fusion driver. The best iteration so far. No negatives to write about.
from Saint Simons Island, GA on 12/2/2008
This is the most forgiving club I have ever experienced. When connecting correctly, I not only hit it further than ever before, but also more accurately. This is most important to an 18 handicapper!!
from Glendale, Arizona on 11/29/2008
Jumps off the club
My home course has thick rough and many trees. It is nice playing from the short-grass.
I'm on my way to a single digit handicap!
from Long Beach, CA on 11/20/2008
Control, Confidence, Solid.
I see a single-digit handicap in my future!
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from Springfield, MO on 11/18/2008
If you don't like a loud driver, this might be a negative for you with this club.
from Regina Sask. Canada on 11/17/2008
I cannot wait to hit this new wood, I have not yet had a chance yet. The courses were closed when I bought it.
from Dewey, Az on 11/15/2008
Seems easy to swing which is adding club head speed
I tee off and crush balls everytime.Who wants some action?
from Tampa , Fl on 11/11/2008
Never got comfortable with this club. Boxey look is hard to align.
from Gainesville, Ga. on 11/4/2008
This Driver immediately improved my distance and ball flight. At set-up it feels so good you have much more confidence.
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from Alexandria, VA on 10/30/2008
I previously owned an FT3 for 3 years. When I bought the club, it was the longest thing out there. But several years had gone by and I wanted to see if there was anything longer out there. I went into my local shop and hit balls on their simulator for about an hour. I narrowed it down to the FT5, Taylor Tour Burner and the new Titleist 909D. All carried about the same, similar dispersion and ball speed. So for comparison, I hit my FT3. Much to my surprise, my 3-year old FT3 went FURTHER. So back to the drawing board. I decided to change tactics and look for the most accurate driver. My thinking was that when I take a big rip, it stays between the houses. It came down to the Sumo2 and the FTi. I'm a long time Callaway guy, so I went with the FTi. The shop fitted me in the 8.5 tour with the stock stiff shaft. First time out it was like a horror show. No matter what tee height I used, I ballooned it like a 5-wood. The following week I went to a Golf Galaxy equipped with a brand new launch monitor. They kept me in an 8.5, but with a Fujikura Speeder 686 shaft. Not very common. But I was lucky enough to find one on the Callaway Pre-owned site at a great price. WOW, what a difference. It is the straightest driver I have ever hit. My best hits go about as far as my FT3's best did, but the FTi is MUCH more consistent. Now I can swing as hard as I want and it NEVER balloons. One added bonus is that contrary to popular belief, you can work the ball. I've even found a shot that I only hit in my dreams....a low cut. My suggestion, find a shop that carries Callaway I-Mix clubs, and has a good launch monitor. This way you can try a wide array of shafts
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from Bridgewater, Ma on 10/29/2008
I love the club. I like addressing the ball with the square club head. The ball usually goes long and straight.I had a draw face (didn't like it ) and traded for a neutral face (love it ).
from South Bend, IN on 10/25/2008
Hit it straighter and 10 yards further than sumo2
from Vancouver BC on 10/22/2008
Club hits the ball nice and high. Perfect combination of club head and shaft. The ball seems to spin less off the club face, meaning straighter misses. FT Tech still doesn't sound quite right, but there is a noticeable improvement in the sound quality at impact of the FTi over my previous FT3.
Shape of the head takes a little getting used to at address.
I received full value for my purchase. This is a great driver.
from New Jersey on 10/22/2008
Great club, great website to purchase on , great deal
from Portland, OR on 10/20/2008
It's just a great driver! It's light weight and long off the tee.
from los angeles,ca on 10/10/2008
club was all they said and more
no complaints here
said like new.understated.it was new
from Glasgow, Scotland on 10/4/2008
I always used to hit the ball to the far right every shot with my last two drivers, i have now got rid of that problem,catch it sweet every time straight down the fairway
from battle creek mi. on 9/30/2008
i love my FT-i good work callaway
from So.Plainfield, NJ on 9/30/2008
It's a great club. Feels good. Hitting longer with it.Has the draw face, which on occasion I'm slicing.Probably because of the swing I'm putting
on it. Outside to in.
I was apprehensive about the large square head, but the first time I hit this club I experienced a consistent ball flight and very forgiving. The second time I hit it - I bought it. In the past, my mistakes off the tee were slice-city. Now, I can play a power fade that is consistent.
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from levittown pa. on 9/23/2008
very forgiving but lost distence.
not a good feel at the bottom too light
from Louisiana on 9/23/2008
The best driver I've had as far as forgiveness.
from Richmond TX on 9/22/2008
Advertised as like new. More like almost new, obvious usage shows.
from Modesto, CA on 9/22/2008
The best thing about this driver is finding the fairway on off center hits and the draw model does indeed reduce sidespin.
Playing from the fairway will take strokes off your game and is just as important as a good short game.
I give it a 10 out of 10.
from Montrose, CO on 9/21/2008
Finally able to hit the fairway consistantly. Picked up 5 strokes the first time I used it.
from Tromsø, Norway on 9/20/2008
I use it off tee
With the build in draw, it makes me drive straight and to hit the fairway. What more do you need?
from Stockholm, Sweden on 9/19/2008
The best thing I got from this deal was the savings probably followed by improvement in driving distance and accuracy.
from Atlanta, GA on 9/18/2008
Make sure you ask for specifics of your used club. Mine came with a 46" shaft, whereas I take a standard 45" shaft.
from Hammond NY on 9/16/2008
Great for accuracy and distance off tee,s on tight fairways,with a load crack that,s a head turner.
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from Ottawa Ontario on 9/16/2008
Fantastic driver! Although my previous driver was about 10-15 yards longer, the FT-i is much more accurate and predictable. I have easily found 3-4 more fairways per round as a result of purchasing this club!
from central new jersey on 9/15/2008
I use the club off the tee on long holes The club is long and straight off the tee. I haven't found anything that isn't great about this club
from Nashville TN on 9/14/2008
For the first time in years, confidence with the driver. The 10 degree loft with the senior shaft has made going to the tee box fun again.
this club is very easy to setup behind the ball and be on line. also very easy to hit straight. there are longer clubs but 260 in the center is better than 300 in the trees.
from St Andrews, The HOME of Golf on 9/11/2008
This club lives up to all the hype I'd read obout it. I originally bought a fake off [...] but won't make that mistake again! Great service, prompt delivery and really friendly staff. THANK YOU CALLAWAY PRE-OWNED!
from Palm Bay, Florida on 9/9/2008
I have always been short and crooked off the tee. Not anymore! The FT-i Square Drive added 20 plus yards and more accuracy right away. With the draw biase I never have to worry about leaving shots way right! No club or product has ever produced such dramatic results for me.
from Lake Arrowhead, California on 9/4/2008
After talking with several other users I determined to purchase the club with the belief I might lose distance but gain accuracy. I lost distance but failed to gain any accuracy. The loss of feel is significant. Othen the bad shots felt as good as the good shots, very little feedback on where the ball was striking the clubface. Trajectory much lower with this club than with a like lofted other Callaway and competitors products.
from ST LOUIS, MO 63128 on 9/4/2008
IT IS SHORT I CAN HIT MY OLD THREE WOOD AS LONG
I HAVE ONLY PLAYED THREE TIMES, I WILL GIVE IT A LITTLE MORE TIME THEN I WILL MOVE ON TO SOMETHING ELSE
New at this game, but was having trouble off the tee. I don't want to draw it or fade it, just go straight where I'm aiming. This one does the trick!
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It's a great club. I've let some friends swing it and they loved it, one a (another brand) livefer has switched to the FT-I. Too bad I bought mine when it was still [$]
from BLAWKHAWK, CA on 8/30/2008
I HAVE ADDED 15 FEET IN MY DRIVES AND ON LONG HOLES I USE IT ON THE FAIRWAY. I HIT IT STRAIGHT DOWN THE MIDDLE!!
from OC, Ca on 8/30/2008
Nice club, but changing drivers can't correct a nasty slice.
from Plant City, Fl on 8/29/2008
The head shape makes allignment a sure thing.
from Redwood City, Ca. on 8/27/2008
I found that the FTi Driver didn't give me any more distance then my 2005 Fusion Driver. In fact I believe I have more control of the Fusion then the FTi. I am 60 years old, 220 lbs, very strong for my age and can consistenly hit the ball over 250 yds. With the Fi I was only able to hit it that far 50% of the time. I had more control and distance with my Fusion.
from Saint Michaels, MD on 8/22/2008
I've let my golfing buddies hit it & they love lt!
from Mission Hills, CA on 8/21/2008
Now have the Fi 9 degree driver, the Fi 3 and 5 fairway woods, and wishing they made a Fi 4 wood.
from South Carolina upstate on 8/18/2008
It's my go-to club already
This is a great driver-the key for me is to swing very easy and hold the club with very little pressure. I tend to hook or draw the ball. I bought the 9 degree stiff and the ball goes straight 250 yds 7 out of 10 times i hit it. I did not gain distance over my other callway driver from 2005 but i gained a ton of accuracy.
from Denmark on 8/14/2008
On par 4 and 5
Very forgiving, swing slow.
Unbelievable club, so straight, so long, handicap is falling all the time!
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I do not get well with it.
from Poughquag NY on 8/11/2008
I tried one of these at Demo Days .I hit draw bias,around 35 balls ..I could not Slice this club..I had no intention of buying one of these.(especially new)..After a few more rounds of slicing my old (callaway neutral) OB..I went to preowned and bought an Average at [$]..It was cleaned up very nice ,hitting area was buffed and looked just fine.You have to get use to the sound ,but after you hit fairway after fairway you become a little more "DEAF"..I love this club..bought 3 wood to match..thanks
The product is great for correcting a slice. the club is very forgiving. My only complaint was that is was more used than I expected, and had a few more scratches and dings than I wanted.
I use it on the tee and it doesn't fail me in hitting them straight or with a draw
from Spanaway, WA on 8/8/2008
First off, I bought what they said was "average condition". If what I got was "average", I'd love to see what "like new" is. It only took one hole not to let the funny shape bother me at address. This club is beastly off the tee. My ball launches straight, long and it rolls. The sound it makes is like no other. It doesn't bother me the least bit. It just lets the group ahead know to watch their backs. I love it.
I have two other drivers that I hit better. I'm less consistent with this one. I'll probably send it back and get something else.
from Colorado Springs, CO on 8/5/2008
This is a great upgrade. I just got the driver 3 months ago and I have to say it is one of the best driver I've ever owned. I've read a lot that people are losing there distance, but if you know how to swing and get the sweet spot that this driver will give you distance not take it away.
from Streator, Il on 8/5/2008
Consistantly consitant.
I have always been classed as a long hitter (for a female anyway) but the FTi has added even further length for me off the tee.
from Atlanta, GA on 8/4/2008
I was using another older callaway driver and this is definitely a big improvement. I like everything about it and it's easy to hit but you have to work with it to get the most out of it. Once you figure out how to properly hit the sweetspot while not overswinging it goes perfectly. You don't have to have a lot of swing speed to get lot's of distance out of the club! Once you get it; aim the arrow on top and let it go; you can trust the club with no fear and that is amazing. When driving along the creek on the 18th at my local club I have no fear any longer.
it's soooooo good
from gilbert, arizona on 8/1/2008
GOT A SLICE? NOT ANY MORE! reduced my scores from 105-115 a round to the mid 90s, and have just started using the ft-eye 3 wood for 3 weeks and wound up dropping into the high 80s. way to go callaway as soon as i can i'll be getting me some of the x-20 irons, low 80s high 70s next, what a concept. you should have called these clubs FT-EYE because golfers i've been playing with have had wide eyes when they see how well they work, and by the 18th hole most are eyeing them up.
This club has changed my game for the better. I had huge issues off the tee in the past and while they've not been eliminated the frequency of errant shots has gone way down.
Very good driver, especially once I got accustomed to it. I hit it long and straight, which is what I was looking for.
from Los Gatos, CA on 7/29/2008
Beautiful Driver! Looked brand new. [...]. I've been real happy with the driver. It is easy to line up, and hit. Very forgiving. After a day on the course and at the range, I felt very comfortable using it, and I seem to be hitting it better each time out.
The product lived up to its sale description.
SQUARE HEAD FT-I IS BEST PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT IN YEARS, 30 TO 50 YARD LONG WITH CONTROL. REACHING PAR 5 IN TWO. INSIDE 150 ON PAR 4'S. LOWERED HANDCAP 5 STROKES. NO MORE MISSED FAIRWAYS.
from Houston, TX on 7/24/2008
Feels very awkward during back swing. Like the Ft-5, r5, and Ping G10 better. But if you hit it good, much farther drive. I was hitting my r5 about 200 years. I hit a few FTi 275 and 295 yards. I can hit it much better and long but just can't get used to the feel of the big square driver. You can hit it longer if you can get used to it.
Love this driver, have recommended it to many friends.
from South Carolina on 7/24/2008
accurate
Square head accents ease of aim. Is very accurate and assaults narrow fairways with ease. Is just as long as other drivers. I have 7 varieties with changes in shafts and clubheads to use in various conditions. I find nothing negative about this very fine driver.
My friends can not believe that I am hitting this club this well. I have a lot more confidence and ever the mishits keep me in the hole.
I have been using Callaway Drivers since the very first Big Bertha.
The first time I took it to the range I was spraying the ball everywhere and was very disappointed. As it turned out, I was overswinging terribly. When I smoothed out my swing the ball absolutely took off. Even though I got the Draw bias, I can still fade or push the the ball. The club is not MAGIC, but any reasonable swing puts the ball out a good 15-20 yards further than my FT-3. Because of what I had read about the ball flying higher with the FT-i, I came down to the 9 degree loft from the 10 degree FT-3 and the trajectories are nearly the same.
I can't wait to take this on my next golf outing.
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I like this club more than any other club in my bag. I wish all my clubs performed like this one!
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I have played about 25 rounds now with my driver. I bought the FT-i 9.5 neutral bias at first and it was definitely longer than my old driver but I still sliced a good bit. I then went and sold it and got a 9 degree draw bias to fix some of the slice. This driver is awesome, I have never hit so many in the fairway and the ball goes long. I was hitting my old driver around 225 yds and now I'm hitting about 270 yds. If you have any doubts then quit thinking and go buy one, make sure you get the right bias though because with the neutral bias I thought I had made a mistake but am very content now that I fixed my slice with the draw bias. I believe this is definitely the best choice for high handicappers that hit out of bounds more than most. I get so many questions about the look of the driver on the course but I don't care if it looked like a brick on the end if it hits the way I want it to ,which it does.
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from Phoenix, NY on 7/22/2008
After hearing all the buzz, this club was the biggest flop this side of the 'killer whale'. Not only is the price three times what it should be,there are $79.00 drivers out there that are just as good. Don't think just because of some great advertising, that a club must be good, it's actually barely average by my standards.
from Ohio on 7/21/2008
Let me start by saying that I had used a Titlest 975D (8.5*, steel shaft) for the last 8 years. I had gotten to the point where it was time to upgrade to something I could hit more consistantly. It was a close call between the Ping G10, Cleveland HiBore and the FT-i. After some time in a simulator and a lot of reasearch I opted for the FT-i(9*, Aldia Stiff Shaft).
The ball flight is much higher then my 975D and the sweet spot is larger, mishits are not punishing like the Titlest was. I feel like with this club I know where the ball is going with compared to the Titlest which was much more sensitive to poorer swings. With a proper swing this club will do anything you ask it to. If you get greedy and swing for the fences you will run into problems with the FT-i.
The only problems I have with it are somewhat minor. First, the sound takes some getting used to. My first outting on the range with it I noticed it most but now after nearly a month I don't even notice it. The club isn't as workable as some players may like, I feel this is something that can be done though as I have had some success with drawing and fading the ball. Lastly, with this new technology I was hoping for some more distance gained, I am still in the 260-280 range, which is very similar to my 975D, but still leaves me 10-20 yards behind my usual foursome.
I was hitter a last years model X driver, and I loved it as well. I wanted to try the new square FT-i, just for kicks and because my buddy plays a Cobra. We both hit it about the same distance but with the new FT-i I get him by about 15 yards on almost every hole. It is enough distance to turn and ask him if he has heard about the new Walmart they are building, you know between his ball and mine.
The FT-i is, as advertised, amazingly straight off the tee. Unfortunately, the price for that straightness is a lack of distance - it's probably 20 yards shorter than the Clevelend XLS that I also own. Bottom line, when I have swing problems off the tee, I'll pull out the FT-i to help me get it going straight, but it will never replace my Clevelend.
I love everthing about this driver!
The ball explodes off of the cover, but the Stiff shaft is not as stiff as advertised.
from Montgomery, Al on 7/14/2008
Drive off the tee. I give me confidence with my entire game.
hard not to hit the fairway
from Bermuda on 7/13/2008
Surprised that a used club appeared to be new -- everything from the plastic wrapping without any nicks or marks to new headcover. Perfect.
Great club but like most golf shots don't try to over hit it.
Great feel, swing and a large sweet spot.
Pretty happy with this purchase, If I'm consistent the club is automatic. When I'm not, it's very forgiving. I would have liked to see a little more distance, but with the 11 degree loft it carries well then drops in soft, but without much roll. Even so I'm playing better and when I hit the spot I get the ohh's from the group.
the ft-i has improved the fade and slice but not to the degree that the advertisement claimed. i had an erc and the ft-i is deffinately an improvement in control and distance.
from Warrington, PA on 7/7/2008
This club is one of the best that Callaway has ever made. It feels great and has a sharp look to it. If your thinking of buying a club,this is for you, although a little pricey, it's worth it.
from Colorado on 7/5/2008
Unbelievable Value
Very long and straight
very workable
This is the first driver I purchased. The one I had before was an r7 that was given to me. Once I learned a proper driver swing the FT-I was money! It goes exactly where I want it to. If it doesn't its a fault in my swing and I can tell. Has great feedback so I know instantly if I hit it well or not. When I catch it in its sweet spot its 250+ easily. I cant wait to see what it can do when i fine tune my swing and actually put some power into it.
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This club is one of the best that Callaway has made, it feels great in your hand and lasts very long. Highly recommended,a little pricey but worth every penny.
from Las Vegas, NV on 7/2/2008
Over the past couple of years I've used the Taylormade R7, Ping G10, Ping Rapture and Nike Sumo2. For some reason, I just feel really comfortable and confident standing over a square driver. I was looking for something to replace the Nike Sumo2. The stock shaft on the Sumo2 is a little harsh. Plus, to upgrade the sound of the Sumo2 is a plus. My friends affectionately refer to it as the "lunchbox on a stick."
The FT-i is everything it's supposed to be. The slightly smaller head doesn't bother me. The stock stiff shaft gives me just the right amount of feel. My swing speed is generally between 97-105. The 9* and stiff shaft setup is perfect for me. I can easily get more or less loft or work the ball with this driver.
This club really gives me confidence to grip it and rip it, too. I've had multiple drives of 310 yards or more. But, when I'm trying to just hit the middle of the fairway, I can still swing confidently and average 275 just about every time. My dad makes me play from the tips just to keep it fair!
This club will be in my bag for a long time.
This is one of those drivers that if you have never hit it, then you shouldn't jump to conclusions. I borrowed a friends the other day. The first time I hit it, it went 270 straight down the middle. Two more drives were even better. I went and bought one that afternoon. It's worth the money.
from Bremerton Washington on 6/30/2008
WOW this club is Awesome!! best driver I've ever hit hands down. Swing smooth and the ball just flies off the face and goes a LONG way off the tee. I used a demo and played the first hole without even a warm up swing and the ball went 300 yards and straight as an arrow with out any effort on my part. Very easy to work the ball, the first draw I tried to hit, i hit a high draw that just seemed to carry for ever, I continued this for all 18 holes and as soon as i finished my round I went into the club house / proshop and bought it on the spot.
I highly recommend this club to anyone with any handicap as it is a very forgiving and LONG club.
Thanks Callaway
from athens, GA on 6/30/2008
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Ive just got done doing a callaway demo at my local golf course. And i looked at the drivers. I tried the hyper X and some of the others. This club is really the only one i hit the straightest. I recommend that if you have a problem with slicing it or hooking it i would put a draw on it. Isay that cause i have a big fade when i use my driver. But there is nothing else to say. I think this is the best driver callaway has made so far!
this is a great driver i use it in my junior tornaments and it realy helps to have a driver u can rely on
from Santee, CA on 6/28/2008
This club is so amazing that it should be illegal. This is the best club that I have ever hit period. If you don't have one yet, go buy one today from Callaway golf outlet.
from Wildomar, CA on 6/27/2008
Customer experience was excellent. Actually hit and loved a friends 460 model which drove me to my purchase. 460 was not available I took a leap of faith to the FTi. Absolutely no regrets and worth every penny. Consistent tempo gets me a strait 280 on the fly every time. Recommendation is to carefully read the shaft charts. The stiff shaft I got performs more like a regular. Make sure what you need is what you order based on the Callaway data from their site.
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from Oak Ridge, TN on 6/26/2008
Took some getting used to at first. Seeing that behemoth behind the ball, I thought I had a pumpkin-on-a-stick, but it did swing beautifully. The huge sweet spot lets you relax (duh!) and that translates into a MUCH better shot time and again. Paid too much, but I am always going for the new stuff....do not need to now!!!
from Auckland New Zealand on 6/24/2008
I love the way the club works with effortless swing..... beautifully long and straight. The club allows you to work the ball both ways with ease. I took a while to acclimatize to the closed-face set up at address - that however is a minor relative to the benefits of the club!
I have had this club out for 2 rounds and it has already made a big difference off the tee.
I bought the FT-i to replace my Great Big Bertha. I tried drivers from TM, Nike, Cleveland, Ping, etc, but could not find any driver that had the feel, balance and consistency of the FT-i. I received the club quickly, and it arrived as described. The driver was carefully packaged and came with a brand new "original" headcover (I get picky about stuff like that). I am spraying the ball less, and picked up a couple extra yards to boot. Technology is a great thing!
When I hit it correctly it far outdrives my Big Bertha II driver. I find it takes some adjustment for the driver not to go left!!
from los gatos,ca on 6/19/2008
Hope to improve my distance and accuracy
from Pipestone, MN on 6/19/2008
Very straight, no matter where you hit it on the clubface.
The Draw bias really works, extra distance, large sweet spot, just tee it a bit higher.
Used to have a slight left to right fade. Now I am hitting the ball longer and straighter. Thanks to the draw face I can even draw the ball. Takes a little to get used to the different sound when you hit the ball.
from Cartagena, Murcia, SPAIN on 6/18/2008
Before I bought this club, I was not confident with the driver. I have just the FT-i less than one month and my game has had a huge improvement. So far this is the best club I have bought.
Best driver money can buy. Now my husbands favorite club in his bag
from ashland,ky. on 6/17/2008
loss of distance
suited best for 95+ swing speed
not suitable for mid to high handicap golfers
extremely over priced for product preformance !!
Love it. Just simply love it.
Would have liked to been able to compare firm/stiff shaft-- ordered a regular shaft
Is straight off the tee so if you setup for fade you'll need to adjust alignment.
Driver really does the job. Has taken a little time to get the right swing feel to keep the ball down. Even miss-hits stay around the fairway.
from Bradenton, Fl. on 6/14/2008
My percentage of fairways hit has increased dramatically. Whenever I think crush the ball is when it gets me in trouble. I have to think swing smooth and man it's gone!
from Middleburg, PA on 6/12/2008
I hit this driver off of the tee better then any other driver I have owned. I am averaging 200 yards on my drive and it has helped my game a lot. I love the driver and would buy from Callaway pre-owned again in an instant.
from chicago, il on 6/12/2008
TEE IT HIGH AND LET IT FLY
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Smooth swing on the stiff draw shaft
This is the best driver and was worth every penny, my friends are running out to get the 8.5 tour version
My drives are more straight with this driver than my FT3 bias. I am getting more distance also.
I am disappointed in the appearance though. It was classified like new but it has a big blemish close to the hosel. It should have been classified as damaged, imperfect, irregular or seconds.
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from South Plainfield, NJ 07080 on 6/9/2008
I use it on all drives. I am 62 and have lost some distance. This driver gets me back in the game
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I have been playing golf for 25 years and have never been confident enought to own and use a Driver off the tee. The FT-i Driver is now the most reliable club in my bag. I hit it with just about the same accuracy as my 7-8 iron. I hit it 310-315-and-320 yards the last time out Straight!
It is a phenominal club and plays as advertised.
I use to play a cheaper version of the FT-5 and wanted to upgrade to the real thing. The price for the Tour FT-i on the pre-owned site was good at [$]. The club looked brand new out of the box. I have added 15-20 yards to my drives with this club. I would love to also try the draw version but the price is prohibitive in that respect.
I use it to out drive the men!!
from rixensart,belgium on 6/8/2008
need passion and lots of practice
The FTi has enabled me to utilize a larger driver which of course gives me the advantage of not having to be perfect each time I swing. It has increased the consistancy of the drive and distance
This club is long and very straight, it is very difficult to miss even the tightest fairways.
My perfect assistant
If you can get past the unusual sound upon contact, then you will love this club.
This driver is more consistant than my R7 due to the higher MOI and being longer on off-center shots.
from Atlanta, GA on 6/4/2008
Great club, easy to use effectively.
I am just starting out, and this club is forgiving, it has helped me out alot !
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I can stand at a tee box and know I will hit the fairway most of the time with the FT-i. I have never been able to do this before and my scores are showing. The club has excellent balance and feels very solid through impact. Keep the new and improved stuff rolling out!
worth the money
I'm disapointed that I am gettig less distance with this driver than my previous Big Bertha 454. Better accuracy though!
from Beebe ,Ar on 5/31/2008
I believe it is the best driver ever produced to the public.
from Charlotte, NC on 5/30/2008
Wonderful product - easy to swing and make good contact. Even slight mishits go a good distance. Happy with ball flight and ability to make consistent solid contact. Neutral face allows me to hit consistently straight with only hints of a draw or cut.
Only quibble - better fitting head cover.
from Lansing, MI on 5/30/2008
After just crushing this head/shaft combination (FT-i with speeder 686) on the launch monitor, the actual performance on the course was disappointing. Not sure where the difference was. This head was poor for into the wind shots (flight was too high) and just didn't have the pop of the one i tested on the monitor.
This driver is absolutely amazing. I can't believe that this driver is legal. It is so easy to hit. The driver is also very workable unlike what others have said. I have the 9.5 deg neutral FT-I Tour with Fujikura 686.
I purchased the FT-i Tour 9.5 with the upgraded NVS 65 stiff shaft back in April 2008. I've played 5 rounds with it now and can honestly tell you it's very forgiving and easy to hit. I had a quick fitting session and found the stock stiff shaft rated best for my swing. After further research I found a used club on Callaway pre-owned with an upgraded shaft that fit my swing profile. It was a STEAL! I test the Cleveland XLS, Nike Sasquatch Sumo, Ping g10 and Taylor Made Burner. I've never second guessed my decision.
This club has two characteristics I love. First, it's very forgiving. My miss-hits still stay in play and I'm scoring more consistently. Second, the balls rolls forever. I'm not sure if this is related to the 9.5 degree loft or Tour Model design (maybe both). Either way, I longer and playing from the fairway more than ever.
from Scottsdale, AZ on 5/17/2008
I don't play enough to be really good, so I need all the help I can get. I had an X460, and with the option of choosing fade to draw it straightened out my drives 95% of the time. Big Help!
nothing but confidence off the tee. It just goes straight (of a little draw) nothing but the short mowed stuff
if you dont buy this club you are the dumbest person alive...
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from cuba on 5/4/2008
buy it
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Broke 3 in less than a year; head would seperate into 2 pieces. Twice it broke along the seam at the top, the other time the face cracked open.
Took alittle bit to square the face. My first time hitting with a square driver and it was effortless. The ball took off and straight. I am not a long hitter, but this club seems to be the miracle.
from Anderson, IN on 4/29/2008
Swing hard and all the way through, and be amazed at how friggin' straight the ball flies!!
from Napa Valley on 4/29/2008
I gave the club to a 12 hdcp employee who has distance but sprays it around the course. This helps him.
I replaced this with the new Bobby Jones Workshop driver for myself.
from Augusta, GA on 4/29/2008
A solid club for a higher handicap. I parted with mine for the HyperX. The HyperX is longer and easier to work.
this driver has added real confidence to my game. I also purchased the 3 squareway wood to compliment the driver and I am have the same great results.
I have always hit a 3 wood off the tee and had good distance and success, but was looking for even more distance. I was somewhat worried because the square head of the FTi seemed large and different. After practicing with this club it is great and accurate. My distance is better than my three wood and it will help me hit more greens. The tour model was best for me because it was not a closed face at address.
from Burbank, CA on 4/25/2008
I had the X460 10 degrees. Traded it in for the FT-i 10 degrees draw. Best decision I've ever made. My drive is now straight, more consistant because of better tempo, and 20 yards longer. No more unpredictable slices.
The FT-i Driver is probably one of the greatest golf clubs I've ever played with! The club is great and is helping me lower my golf score everytime! Thanks Callaway!
from Kansas on 4/14/2008
To start with, I am not someone who usually writes reviews for products. I was a skeptic of the whole square-driver concept. I was happy with the performance of my FT-3 Tour, but when Callaway Pre-Owned offered the 30 day trial for clubs I couldn't pass up trying the FT-i Tour. I am very glad I took the chance. I have the 9.5 Neutral model. This club is simply amazing! It is straight and long! Two results that all golfers are looking for. I am hitting more fairways than ever and playing shorter irons for my approach shots. This club is almost automatic, just aim and swing, and it goes straight. I admit that I was a skeptic, but I am now a believer in square-driver technology. Do yourself a favor and try one of these clubs.
Off the tee it has a nice sweet spot, more distance than my driver previous and have lost my slice.
I am 74 years old played golf off and on many years never hit it so far and straight after only 4 rounds
this club could help cronic slicers but the set up will still look goofy instead of the feet aiming way left the face will obviously be closed on the draw model some 3 degrees no matter what specs tecs say or whomever.
I have played two 18 hole rounds with my new FT-i 10 degree, draw bias driver and it is fantastic. Straight and long. I have NEVER purchased any one golf item that has improved my game so much without changing anything I am doing. My banana slice was as straight as a string today and right down the middle. Also, 15 to 25 yards longer that with my old driver. There is a high pitched ping sound when you hit the ball, but who cares, the ball is right down the middle, and your golfing buddies eyes are popping out of their head. Is there anything I don't like about this club? Well, the head cover is a little awkward to put on the club. That's it.
the best driver on the market.
from HAMPTON, VA on 3/18/2008
THIS CLUB WAS SO EASY TO HIT. THE SQUARE HEAD GIVES SO MUCH CONFIDENCE AT ADDRESS. I WAS GETTING 30YDS MORE EASY!
from Seminole, FL on 3/4/2008
Hitting them straighter and longer than I have in some time.
I have been unable to use a Driver for about 2 years due to a shoulder problem. After 2 years, I was looking out for a Driver which would give me forgiveness with accuracy and I have tried most of the latest Drivers such as the Nike Sumo2 5900, Nike Sumo 5000, Cleveland XLS, Ping G10, Taylor Made CGB, Taylore Made Burner etc. but by far I found the Callaway FT-I to be the best in terms of forgiveness and accuracy besides I find no stress in hitting this Driver. I have gone in with a 9 Degree Neutral Stiff Flex. I have no regrets in the invstment that has gone into this Driver.
from Baltimore, MD on 2/19/2008
Used several drivers and was time to upgrade.
Try using the New Sasquatch, Superquad, and the FT-i. FT-i had the best feel and was hitting the ball straight. Grounded it on one tee and hit the ball 200 yds and kept it in the fairway. Amazing Driver.
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from Doral, Florida on 2/18/2008
It took me many rounds to get use to the feel, sound and size of the FT-i Tour Model. I started thinking that I had made a mistake buying it. I have always had a low-profile headed driver and now I had this monster. However, after about 12 to 15 rounds, I can say that it is by far the best driver I have ever hit. I am hitting more fairways than ever before and am able to draw or fade the ball on command. I also got the distance back that I had lost over the last 15 years and am back driving the ball 270-300 yards consistently. It is an incredible club that I would recommend to any low to mid handicap golfer.
Nothing less than outstanding purchase. I've been playing for 1.5 yrs and I've always had a slice or fade off the tee averaging 210-220 yds (when fade). The FTi has straightened out my tee shot and my drives are 240-250 yrds consistently. Even on mishits I'm seeing 220 yds and still in the fairway. Stop thinking about buying... do it!!
OK SO I STARTED WITH THE FT 5 AND I HAD NO LUCK NO MATTER WHAT I TRIED TO DO AND EVEN TRIED DIFFERENT LOFTS AND FLEX . MY SEARCH IS OVER WITH A FTI 10 DEG DRAW REG FLEX. THIS CLUB IS A BEAST. THIS IS THE BEST CALLAWAY HAS DONE WITH A DRIVER IN A LONG TIME. THE FEEL ON THIS CLUB IS INCREDIBLE. DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND BUY THIS DRIVING BEAST
I like used this driver.
I like it! and ball is going straight!
But, Distance is not too long...
I think this driver is best for beginer and middle hanicaper.
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from Grand Cayman on 1/21/2008
Great club off the tee. Make sure u tee it up pretty high. With the right swing...This club sends the ball miles. Who cares about the sound when the ball is in the middle of the fairway--30+ yards ahead of your buddies???
from Oceanside, CA on 1/19/2008
This club is everything that is good about a Callaway and has nothing that has been depicted as a stereotypical callaway flaw. Great forgiveness and long of the tee. Loud, will let fellow golfers know that you are teeing off.
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from Guam on 1/18/2008
Great club for straight courses. Found it really hard to work the ball. Ball flight is still high, but got great distance. Switched to FT-5 tour for workability.
from Brisbane, Australia on 1/13/2008
I love this driver. I got mine last week and took it out for the first time on Sunday. I love the feel, the sound and the straight, I say "Straight" drives. Previously with my Cobra I was lucky to hit three of twelve fairways on my home course. On Sunday I hit seven, and three of the others I had clear shots at the green. The secret I found was swing light. When I tried to put some grunt behind it, it tended to start my fade again. Even with an effortless swing, I was 200 off the tee and in the middle. Great club. I love it. FYI, I picked up the 11 degree, neutral bias with a Fujikura 586 Stiff shaft. Do youself a favour!!
Best driver I have used. Added 30+ yards to drives.
square face instead of the gearing effect was the way to go, smart move for R&D
from northern new jersey on 1/6/2008
after you get past the unusual shape it's a great driver. Large sweet spot and very forgiving. Almost elimated my slice.
I have the shaft length cut by an inch and I hit the fairway 85% and I have not loss distance. I am 56 y/o and my drive length is between 220-230 at 80% of my swing. This has been a very good driver
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This Driver puts the ball exactly where I aim and imagined the shot before I hit it. My first two rounds with the driver, I hit 13 of 14 fairways and 14 of 14 fairways, shot under par both rounds.Amazing technology with the square head. I was averaging maybe 7 or 8 fairways per round from the tee box and struggling. My game is back, and I don't have to call on my chipping as often.Takes the pressure off my short game to create magic after missing fairways.
longer,sounds great
I have added needed yards off the tee and am hitting the short grass at the same time. I could not be more pleased with this driver, by far the best I've ever used.
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new design is great for the square headed clubs - concerned about overall construction - this is my second FT-i due to the fact that the first ones head split in two.
This is a great club the price was super [...]
from santa rosa,ca on 12/28/2007
great balance and feel,gives confidence @ tee
from Pinehurst, North Carolina on 12/27/2007
I use this Driver especially when I am playing a Narrow Course or a course with tough rough where I MUST HIT THE FAiRWAY. It hits the ball absolutely straight.( Michelson should have used it at Winged Foot.)
Nice look, feel,(the sound does take time to get used to)and balance. However, it is about 10 yards shorter than my X460 Callaway driver.
from Pensacola, Fl. on 12/26/2007
Great looking club that sets up well to the ball and encourages an accurate drive. Sounds like a metal bat when hit. Goes right where you aim it, but not as long as my other drivers.
Distance is good, but extra control is great. I'm a "casual golfer", although I try to play every week. Most common driver "mistake" was a hard cut slice, which this club all but eliminated.
Had been playing a traditional driver - tried the Sumo2 and really did not like the feel or the sound - the FT-i has been a wonderful addition to the bag - goes long and straight!
from Essex, England. on 12/24/2007
I have played golf for 50 years, always had a slice/fade. Read books and tried everything to no avail. Now Callaway have fixed it in one.
All you have to do is trust it, swing it and it will smoke it right down the middle.
EASY GAME.
I have several drivers and I really like the feel of the FTi. I don't think I hit it any farther but it is a tad more accurate. I seldom draw the ball but with the FTi I can occasionally hit a draw. I usually play about 200 rounds a year and I look forward to developing a consistent drive with this club.
from Gold Coast Australia on 12/22/2007
Feels balanced tried all the major and minor brands kept coming back to the FT-i. I have the 11 degree draw bias and love it. It has help me reduce my handicap and play more consistently. My goal is single figures and i know this driver will help me. I hit heaps more fairways (around 3 per round which helps me)as well as hit it longer especially in an ambrose
This is an awesome product. I used to hit them long, but rarely straight. The FTi driver has seen me hitting long and straight drives off the tee.
I'd suggest if you're a casual player or a high handicappers who wants to enjoy the game more that you add this club to your bag. The driver is light and with a large sweet spot, so even mis-hits still seem to head down the fairway.
I really have gained about 15 to 20 yards on my drive. I find I hit the ball much straighter and stay in the fairway much more.
from Concord, NC on 12/21/2007
Used for long drives, Great feel, Not the best looking driver
I have tried many drivers and finally gave up thinking I'll need some more time to learn before I can handle a driver. Than I tried the FTi draw and it was like a miracle. It will go straight, 200 - 220 yards in 90% of the shots and I can find the ball in the other 10%. I now have the confidence to go and obtain a handicap and I am sure I will not make a full of myself off the tee.
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from Ballarat Victoria Australia on 12/19/2007
Having just purchased the club and only used it at
the driving range so far I am very happy with the
FT-i 9.5 tour driver.
It will replace my ERC FUSION 9 deg.
I am driving the FT-i straight out there with good
flight and distance.
So I will just have to see how I go saturday.
Thankyou
from uk on 12/18/2007
off the tee brill
ease to line up
allways on the short stuff
from Austin, Texas on 12/18/2007
Very consistent driver. At least ten yards longer than any of my other drivers, and I hit more fairways with it. It's loud and there's not a lot of feed-back, but who cares when you see the ball flying long and straight?
A GREAT CLUB
The overall look and feel of the giant club head was not pleasing to me. It seemed like I was hitting shots with a "shoe box" on the end of the shaft. It was not accurate and not all that easy to hit. I also did not like the sound it made.
simply, efficent, beautifull
great all round look and feel.
from South Carolina on 12/17/2007
One of several very long shafted drivers out now. I wish I had tried the club at 44 1/2 - but then - the head would have been too light as it was built for an inch longer shaft. So what do you get for your money - very high launch, 5 extra yards maybe. but you need a scope to see the ball at address. Didn't do much for me. About the same result as my 44 1/2" but more work to get it - required a really well timed swing to keep it in play. And in the wind - forget it.
The version I bought has an XS shaft, but it felt quite whippy. Not sure whether it was tip soft for hi launch or the extra length made it play soft - or maybe both. But the whippy shaft with the really long pole combined to make this a timing nightmare.
great off the tee for every non par three holes, narrow or tight fairways
from Fremont, CA on 12/17/2007
compared to another major mfgr's square head the FT-i feel more solid and the sound of impact is also solid while the other square head sounded like a "trash can". The FT-i is also a good looking club. The FT-i gave me confidence as my drives were noticably straighter and had I was hitting it consistently further.
from Hamilton, Ontario on 12/17/2007
This club is easy to square at impact. Therefore you can take a healthy rip at it and it is easy to get solid contact with this driver. I find it much easier to locate the club head with it being square rather than traditional round or tear drop shape. It always seems to get to the ball square.
Swing with confindence especially if you are not mathimatical or mechanical about your swing. Allows my whole swing to stay on plane and easy to feel it come from the inside. Geometrically it makes sense to me and helps my visualization of the club path.
I have enjoyed using this club. I tried it a two demo days and just had to have it. It is so forgiving and is a life saver for casual golfers like me, although I try to play 2-3 times a week. And guess what? My score is improving. Must be the club----not the talent for sure!!!
from Auburn Hills, MI on 12/17/2007
This club takes a little getting used to, but once this transition is over, it's effortless to hit it 275 yds exactly where you aim. It makes teeing it up on long-carry holes fun again.
A cannon that sounds a bit strange on impact, but the result is intimidating.
from Montréal, Canada on 12/17/2007
I work my swing to perform with Ft-i, and i've worked with Ft-3, the quality products is very good for me,but i'm not certain if the lenght regular shaft request to adjust angle ?
I added 25 yards to my tee shots with this club plus hit the short grass much more. Different looking but what a club!
from BKK ,THAILAND on 12/13/2007
I HAVE BEEN USING MANY BRAND,JAPAN AND U.S OF DRIVERS FOR OVER 15 YEARS,THIS FTi DRIVER IS REALLY PERFECT,I LOVED IT
MY BALL IS ALWAYS ON THE MID FAIRWAY.
I PLAYED AND TRIED ON 12/12/07.
I ONLY USE ONE BALL FOR THE 36 HOLES,NO WATER AT ALL.
I WILL WAIT FOR WOOD 3 SAME STYLE ON THE DEPARTMENT STORE TO BUY IT
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from West Lake Hills, TX on 12/5/2007
I was speculative about "straighter" but it is! Actually had a hard time hitting profound hooks or slices ... may give up a few yards off my FT-3 but who cares because i think i hit 3-5 more fairways a round!
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from Sacramento, CA on 11/29/2007
Have owned a Burner, Superquad, Sasquatch, and several Titleist drivers. This is the best driver ever made. It you want to hit more fairways than you ever have, get one now. My only suggestion is that you get the right degree loft, weight bias, and shaft for your swing. I went 10 degree, draw bias, and Speeder 586 stiff. You can thank me later.
from Puebla, MX on 11/19/2007
this Drive is the best bet to win
I just couldent hit this well. I was always hitting it off the toe or hooking it.
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I've played a number of Callaway drivers over the years, but this is the most forgiving. It's almost unfair. (ALMOST!)
When I put a good swing on the ball, it's straight with good distance. When I put a poor swing on the ball, it's still in the fairway. I even hit 3 inches behind the tee once, thought I would be in the left woods, and it still managed to get 200 yards out into the fairway.
Once you get over the unusual shape and sound, it's a quick confidence builder.
from Falmouth, UK. on 11/13/2007
It hits the ball in the narrow v off the tee, with little sidespin left or right, so is generally in play on or near the fairway. It can be powered into the wind, on a lower trajectory, with a small change in the grip and position of the hands.
You know when you have hit this club just right. The golf ball takes off down the fairway long and straight! Even on miss hits I am getting more distance than with my old driver. [...]
First driver i"ve owned that leaves the ball mark indented in Face. The Callaway rep said you could not slice the Draw model... Well Hello... slice slice slice. I bought this driver because of his suggestion
i can hit it right down the middle
I've been waiting 40 years for a driver of this amazing playability. My swing has a draw tendency and generally I have to hold off or hold back some to produce straight or slight draws. The FT-I produces straight drives without swing modifications. I am able to draw or fade the shots on command (one just has to more deliberately produce an outside in or inside out swing to "break out" of the usual straight ballflight. I no longer fight draws. Oh yes, it's as long as any driver on the market. In the 50 rounds I've played, it is the same distance as my Taylor Made Burner, r7; Cleveland HiBore XL, Titleist D2, etc. but is 25% better in fairways hit. The square clubhead is great after initial eyesight adjustment. I used to struggle with the lineup of the driver's front edge. This square driver practically lines itself up--the clubhead squares up not just the front face like other drivers. The feel is nice: soft but firm and trajectory is easily accomplished with high or low tee ball position. The sound is not perfect but very acceptable. The new driver's cost is on the higher side but "what's it worth to confidently hit long and straight"?
Oversize shaft (0.350) with Fujikara Speeder Regular shaft not a good combination. Without roll and bulge, left hits stayed left, etc.
Sticking with my 415 Callaway Driver
from Ft Lauderdale Florida on 10/31/2007
balance superb as you go through your swing motion off the tee box. good trajectory. The club deivers what is promised.
from Orlando, Florida on 10/31/2007
Best thing I ever did for my game was buying this club. Easier to get there in one, a real confidence builder, allowing my short game to-do-the-talking!
from Ewa Beach, Hawaii on 10/3/2007
I've been playing the Callaway FT-I for about three months now and I couldn't be happier. I'm playing regular flex, 10 degree, with a draw set up. I'm 44 yrs old and have never been a long driver but with this club I have increased my average distance about 15 yards. Along with the increase in length, I've also became more accurate off the tee. I'm hitting more fairways then ever. I love this club!
from Georgetown, TX on 10/2/2007
This is a great Driver and really makes up for the occasional bad swing. I can now reproduce my swing with better than average results (10/14 fairways in regulation per round)! If you try this driver you will want it.
from Burlington, VT on 10/2/2007
Love this club!!!
I have always been able to hit the ball a long way but i was never quite sure exactly where it was going. The FT-i (9 deg, Neutral)has really helped me straighten out my drives without loosing any distance.