Nike Golf Set to Release New Dymo Drivers
Nike is preparing to release its new family of Dymo drivers in early 2009. The line will have four drivers; two models, the SQ Dymo STR8-Fit and SQ Dymo2 STR8-Fit, will feature Nike's first adjustable-head system.
Using a wrench that comes with every Dymo and Dymo2 STR8-Fit driver, you can unscrew the head from its shaft (right), and then re-attach it in one of eight different playing positions. If you tend to slice the ball, turning the shaft to the left and into one of three closed-face positions should help you hit a straighter shot. If you tend to hook the ball, you can choose one of three open-faced playing positions to find more fairways.
Depending on the adjustments made by the player, Nike says the effective playing loft of a 10.5° SQ Dymo STR8-Fit or SQ Dymo2 STR8-Fit driver can range from 8.5° to 12.5°. The chart below gives more details. (Click on it for a larger view.)
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The grip that comes standard on both drivers has been specially designed to look and feel exactly the same regardless of the playing position. The UST AXIV Core Shaft that also comes standard is available in 59-, 69- and 79-gram versions with four flex options.
The SQ Dymo2 STR8-Fit (photo, left) has a square head and is meant to appeal to players who are seeking to maximize forgiveness and distance. The SQ Dymo STR8-Fit (photo, right) has a traditional look and should allow players to
draw or fade the ball a little more easily. However, discretionary
weight has been added to the back-left and back-right areas to increase
the club's moment of inertia. Click on the photo for a better view.
Another unique aspect of the new Dymo drivers is a weight system called the PowerBow. Essentially, drivers of different lofts have a slightly different U-shaped weight in the back of the club. The higher the loft, the larger the weight. According to Nike, this optimizes the moment of inertia and the center of gravity for each loft.
The Dymo STR8-Fit will have a retail price of $540.
If that price is a little steep, Nike will also offer the SQ Dymo and SQ Dymo2 drivers without the STR8-Fit system for $360. These will still have the progressive PowerBow weight system and, according to Nike, many of the same playing qualities. The SQ Dymo2 and SQ Dymo will be available in lofts from 8.5°-11.5°, along with a High Loft version, and come standard with a UST Wide Body shaft that features an AXIV Core tip section.
The Nike Dymo drivers will be available starting February 1, 2009, while the Dymo STR8-Fit drivers will be available April 1, 2009.
Posted by: Rod | Sep 18, 2009 3:08:45 PM
i purchased a used STR8 Fit where can i find instructions which didn't show up with it?
Posted by: Jim | Sep 14, 2009 12:51:00 PM
Just got a new one for Canadian$250..great sale, it is now back to $349 regular price. Took it to the range and love it...set it to closed and my fade (sometime slice) was gone...yes, more lessons are in my future, but for the 5-10 times I can sneak out (two small kids at home) this driver is awesome. When I get my swing more correct...I can set it to neutral. Like all new clubs...wait 6 months and you can get a deal...who actually pays $540 for a club??
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Posted by: Oakleys22 | Jan 7, 2009 10:40:54 AM
To be honest i cant wait to get my hands on this driver. Its kinda expensive but i think it would be worth it. You people that are gripping about it arent gripping about the club you all just hate the price!!!
Posted by: Oakleys22 | Jan 7, 2009 10:40:20 AM
To be honest i cant wait to get my hands on this driver. Its kinda expensive but i think it would be worth it. You people that are gripping about it arent gripping about the club you all just hate the price!!!
Posted by: Jc | Jan 5, 2009 11:56:24 PM
I think they look better than the sq
Posted by: Jc | Jan 5, 2009 11:54:43 PM
I think they look better than the sq
Posted by: scott | Jan 5, 2009 11:08:54 PM
Does any one know if the shafts will be interchangable like the Callaway I-Mix?
Posted by: alan | Jan 4, 2009 8:30:20 PM
Love these comments. Must be from all single digit golfers who are always in the short grass and drive the ball 260+ consistently.
Well boys, you are all full of sh*t. Sure there are lots of power hitters who put it out there 300 yrds regularly, and there are legitimate 4 to 10 hcpprs on REAL courses, but for the rest of us, I'LL TAKE ALL OF THE TECHNOLOGY HELP I CAN GET THAT IS USGA APPROVED !!!!!!
BY THE WAY, are you boys playing from the back tees?
Posted by: Morris | Dec 19, 2008 6:41:55 PM
That's an idea, buy my brother a $600 driver that he can hook and slice up to 4* more with and then I can get mad at myself for spending so much on him when I find out he tossed it into the woods. Thanks NIKE.
Merry @#$%ing X-Mas.
Posted by: DJ | Dec 18, 2008 12:29:58 AM
Just wait about two months after they are released. Roger Dunn (or your local golf shop) will have barrels full of 'em. That and the bad economy -- they will be $299 by June.
Posted by: kyc | Dec 17, 2008 7:56:27 PM
Far out !
this is golf's future equipement Tweaking
Posted by: kyc | Dec 17, 2008 7:54:12 PM
Far out !
this is golf's future equipement Tweaking
Posted by: Cow | Dec 16, 2008 9:11:29 PM
Rightly said Davee. Who wants to spend time fiddling with a clubhead to adjust flightpath, It'll be much better to get your swing right.
Posted by: DaveeRockit | Dec 16, 2008 3:48:36 PM
Golf technology is getting lame. Just keep the same driver and spend the $500 on some lessons so you can learn how to hit it in every situation instead of altering your club.
Posted by: Steve Williams | Dec 15, 2008 5:02:54 PM
nice innovation! but $540? I wonder what the wife and the kids gonna say.