TaylorMade Raylor Prototype Hybrid Seen at Bethpage
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. — Kenny Perry and Fred Funk each tried a new, unreleased prototype hybrid club as they prepared for the U.S. Open at Bethpage.
The TaylorMade Raylor has a weight screw in the low, rear area and a V-shaped leading edge. According to representatives from TaylorMade, the unique sole of the club helps it work through the rough especially well.
Perry practiced using two Raylor hybrid clubs, a 19° and a 22°, each fitted with Fujikura hybrid shafts. Funk was given a 22° Raylor and took it to an unused fairway on Bethpage's Red Course.
TaylorMade reps didn't know if either player would be putting the club into play during the U.S. Open, and like all other prototype pieces of equipment, there's no guarantee that the Raylor will ever be made available to the general public.
Posted by: Jason Lambert | Jun 23, 2009 4:32:13 PM
I found an old Raylor 4 in my father-in-law's garage a few years ago. Had it regripped and you wouldn't believe how well that thing would hit a ball. Looked similar to the prototype in terms of the small face--would be nice to see an updated version released to the public.
Posted by: 4Checker | Jun 19, 2009 1:07:04 PM
Looks a lot like an Adams Tight Lies face to me. I'm sure the technology is different, but it's still surprising how little has changed since they came out.