The Protype from the new Callaway Tour Authentic range is now available in America. Hopefully the clubs will be available in Europe by the end of September.
The following information is from Callaway themselves.
Precision equipment for those seeking the same level of craftsmanship for the best players in the world. Made from advanced materials using state of the art technologies,these clubs meet the exacting standards needed for our Tour Staff Professionals.Welcome to a different level of performance for the elite player. Do you have the game?
We realise there is a specific segment of golfers that want the products specifically designed for our Tour Staff Professionals. Highly accomplished, discerning players will now have the chance to own this specialised Tour-only equipment that has been engineered to meet the exacting standards needed for the best players in the world.
Callaway Golf Tour Authentic FT-I 7.5º Driver
A low-lofted tour version of the award winning FT-i driver made popular by Callaway staff player Ernie Els. The 7.5 degree FT-i also features Fusion technology and the OptiFit Weighting System, allowing for customised ball flights to increase accuracy and distance on every tee shot. The Tour Authentic 7.5 degree driver is designated by a 7.5 degree loft indicator on the base of the clubhead, and has a slightly open face for increased workability.As used by Ernie Els.
FUSION TECHNOLOGY
A CT/VFT titanium cup face and carbon composite body combine to create 50 grams of discretionary weight that is strategically placed for a higher MOI and greater stability with maximum ball speed. 460cc Complete Inertial DesignPositions discretionary weight to the extreme corners of the clubhead, raising the MOI for unparalleled resistance to twisting both horizontally and vertically, providing forgiveness on miss-hit shots.
OptiFit WEIGHTING SYSTEM
Enables golfers to customise their driver by giving them two CG locations to choose from: Draw for promoting a draw or reducing a slice/fade; Neutral for maximum workability
Lofts: 7.5°
Face Angle: 1.5° Open
Optifit Configurations: Draw, Neutral
Callaway Golf Tour Authentic FT-5 TH Driver
A Tour-inspired version of the popular FT-5 Tour Driver that provides a
more open appearance at address with less face progression. These elements
combine for the look and playing characteristics that Tour players demand from their
drivers. This is achieved with the Tour Hosel, which is positioned closer to the face.
The driver also features Fusion Technology and the OptiFit Weighting System,
allowing for customised ball flights to increase distance and accuracy on
every tee shot. As used by Thomas Bjorn and Anton Haig.
TH HOSEL
The hosel is placed closer to the face for less face progression and a more
open appearance at address, which is the look preferred by tour players.
FUSION TECHNOLOGY
A CT/VFT titanium cup face and carbon composite body combine to
create 50 grams of discretionary weight that is strategically placed for
a higher MOI and greater stability with maximum ball speed.
OptiFit® WEIGHTING SYSTEM
Enables golfers to customise their driver by giving them two CG locations
to choose from: Draw for promoting a draw or reducing a slice/fade;
Neutral for maximum workability;
Shipping Information
Availability Date: July 2008
Lofts: 9.5°
Face Angle: 1.5° Open
Optifit Configurations: Draw, Neutral
Callaway Golf Tour Authentic X-Prototype Irons
Forged muscle back irons by legendary clubmaker Roger Cleveland designed specifically
to meet the demands of the best players in the world. With Tour-inspired styling and
soft carbon steel construction, these irons provide precision shot-making with incredible
feedback and workability. The Flighted CG design and X-Muscle Back generate consistent,
Tour-level trajectories with unparalleled playability in a blade.
As used by Ernie Els and Phil Mickelson.
FORGED 1020 CARBON STEEL CONSTRUCTION
Provides unmatched feel and performance, giving elite-level
golfers incredibly soft, responsive feedback at impact.
TOUR-INSPIRED STYLING
White Chrome finish delivers the preferred aesthetics for Tour
players, with a very thin topline, narrow sole, minimal offset, and shorter
blade length for maximum workability in various turf conditions.
FLIGHTED CG DESIGN
Provides optimal trajectories, ball flight, and distance control that Tour players
demand with seamless performance progression through the entire set.
X-MUSCLE BACK DESIGN
Designed to provide consistent trajectories and
maximum playability in a blade design
Callaway X Tour Utility Iron
The X-Tour Utility Iron gives accomplished players an alternative
to traditional long irons or hybrids. The unique design provides increased
distance, playability and versatility with tour-inspired trajectories and
performance. The forged multi-material construction features a hollow back
design that allows for tungsten weight pads in the sole. These pads
lower the center of gravity while also increasing stability
and forgiveness for precision accuracy.
Laser-welded high strength carbon steel face and 1020 carbon steel body combine to
provide enhanced feel with higher ball speeds for better distance and performance.
TUNGSTEN WEIGHT PADS
Produces a lower and deeper CG that generates a high, strong ball flight and gives the
club more stability and forgiveness for precision accuracy.
FLIGHTED CG DESIGN
Allows the Tungsten weight pads to be stategically positioned
to produce tour-inspired trajectories tohighly skilled players.
Callaway Golf Tour Authentic X-Forged Wedges
Designed with the feel and precision the best players in the world require,
these scoring clubs were developed with input straight from Tour players.
Constructed from soft 1020 carbon steel for incredible feel, the clubs feature the
Tour-inspired PM (Phil Mickelson) Grind and a tighter heel-toe radius for increased
versatility from anywhere around the green. And the Mack Daddy™ Grooves are at
the maximum allowable depth and width for unparalleled spin and control.
As used by Phil Mickelson and Michael Campbell
PM (PHIL MICKELSON) GRIND
Allows for maximum playability and versatility around the greens.
FORGED 1020 CARBON STEEL
Provides exceptional touch and feel around the greens.
Available in two finishes: White Chrome or New Vintage,
which is the look preferred by most tour players.
MACK DADDY GROOVES
The aggressively-sized grooves are designed at the
maximum depth and width for tour-level spin and control.
Odyssey Tour Authentic Tour Milled Putter
Tour-inspired styling built into a 100% Milled Stainless
Steel contemporary putter for improved feel and performance.
This putter has everything for the most discriminating traditionalist
on the greens, with precision craftsmanship and ideal balance
combining with modern design elements for a putter that
sends golf balls rolling true and pure to the hole.
303 STAINLESS STEEL CONSTRUCTION
Precision-milled from a single forged blank of 303 Stainless Steel,
the putterhead provides impeccable feel with a grain structure that’s
strategically aligned to match the stroke path.
THIN FACE DESIGN
Improves feel at impact and provides livelier face response,
and allows more weight to be lower and deeper to quickly get the ball
rolling true and pure toward the hole.
TOUR-INSPIRED STYLING
High performance meets classic design in a putterhead with
precision weighting and ideal balance for increased confidence
Odyssey Tour Authentic 2-Ball Putter
Our most popular putter design on Tour gets an exclusive new look.
We’ve taken the bronzed finish of the White Hot Tour line, the firmer
Tour insert and the 2-Ball alignment system and made a singularly
unique putter that performs at a Tour level. This putter features the aesthetics
pros prefer and the feel and feedback they demand.
BRONZED TOUR FINISH
Deep, rich color that reduces glare and provides the aesthetics accomplished
players prefer.
TOUR INSERT
Urethane insert with a firmer feel is preferred by Tour pros because
of its highly responsive feel and feedback characteristics.
2-BALL ALIGNMENT SYSTEM
Makes lining up putts easier and more accurate
Lengths: 33”, 34”, 35”
Headweight: 340g
Loft: 3° Lie Angle: 70
Odyssey Tour Authentic Marxman 224 Blade Putter
Tour-inspired styling built into a 100% Milled Stainless
Steel contemporary putter for improved feel and performance.
This putter has everything for the most discriminating traditionalist
on the greens, with precision craftsmanship and ideal balance
combining with modern design elements for a putter that
sends golf balls rolling true and pure to the hole.
224 HOSEL AND BRONZED TOUR FINISH
Provides a half-shaft offset and a deep, rich colour that reduces glare
and provides the aesthetics accomplished players prefer.
HI-DEF ALIGNMENT SYSTEM
Two alignment stripes running the length of the putterhead
make lining up putts easier and more accurate.
MULTI-LAYER TOUR INSERT
The combination of the soft elastomer core
and a thin, firmer cover infused with urethane
provides exceptional feel with premium feedback
Lengths: 33”, 34”, 35”
Headweight: 350g
Loft: 3° Lie Angle: 70°
Callaway Golf Tour Authentic Golfbags
Own what the caddies will carry for Callaway Golf’s Tour Staff Professionals
on the weekends at this year’s major championships. The ultimate in durability
with huge amounts of storage, these bags have also been accented with
colour schemes for three majors on the PGA Tour and a women’s LPGA model.
There’s no easier way to feel and look like a pro on the course.
FEATURES
• New Power Handle increases durability and functionality
while significantly reducing weight
• Tour “Tough” reinforced body construction
with 5 distinctive colour schemes
• Ballistic nylon fabrics with leather accents
• Double strap connections
• Matching travel/rain hood
• Weighs 10 lbs
Popularity: 82%
