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GolfWRX Spotted: Callaway Mavrik drivers and fairway woods for 2020

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4 years ago

Dec 2, 2019

Say hello to Callaway Golf’s newest driver and fairway woods for 2020—Mavrik and Mavrik Sub Zero.

We just spotted the new Callaway Mavrik drivers on the USGA Conforming List, which for those that don’t know, is a publicly available database that allows tournament committees to check the conformity of any club that might be put into play during an event. Every single OEM has to submit each variation of a club to the USGA before it gets deemed legal for competition.

For the new Callaway Mavrik to show up on the USGA List on an “off week” for the PGA Tour, beyond the Tiger Woods’ hosted Hero World Challenge, means that there is a very good chance we could be seeing this in a few bags this week, not just in the Bahamas but on the European Tour as well.

What’s New With The Callaway Mavrik Line?

First up, there is the confirmed continuation of the now traditional Callaway “standard” model along with a lower-spinning, lower-MOI Sub Zero version. What is difficult to tell on either head is the geometry compared to the Epic Flash. If Callaway is going to work along what has been their standard practice over the last couple of years, the new Mavrik should be slightly shallower and longer heel to toe like the Rogue which would offer a total boost to overall forgiveness.

Callaway’s JailBreak face technology is predominately featured on the sole, and again this is an assumption, but with the success of last year’s A.I. designed Flash Face, it would be hard to believe that the team at Callaway would be abandoning that.

The most noticeable difference so far compared to the 2019 Epic Flash is the lack of any movable weight track along the back of both Mavrik driver models. They look to have the same adjustable hosel but no adjustable CG, beyond the potential of move a heavier weight to the rear of the Sub Zero head.

I must admit that compared to the Callaway Epic Flash the new Mavrik drivers look to be trending towards a slightly more subdued overall graphic scheme but that has very little to do with the technology and is just an observation. We have heard unconfirmed rumors that the main accent color will be orange, but until we have a clubhead in hand, this is just a rumor.

Mavrik Fairway Woods

Just like with the drivers, any technology included in the Mavrik fairway woods beyond what we can see are up to the imagination.

We know that we will have a standard and a Sub Zero model, and that unlike the previous Epic Flash fairway woods, the Mavrik heads will NOT be adjustable at the hosel. The interesting thing about the hosel is that Callaway has been producing non-adjustable versions the standard retail (adjustable) heads on tour for a few years now, and this could mean that as far as fairway woods go, there is potential for increased forgiveness from freed up mass when the adjustability is removed—at that point it becomes a fitting want versus a performance need with either one being the better option depending on the player.

Keeping You Updated

Until more details emerge we will have to continue to speculate, but you can see what other golfers are saying about the new Callaway Mavrik driver and fairway woods in the GolfWRX forums here: GolfWRX Forums: Discussion the All New Callaway MAVRIK

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35 Comments

Jim

Jan 10, 2020 at 2:23 pm

Looks like a$149 driver from Wal-mart. Unappealing and not the driver you’ll
See at country club or tour player bags….

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Ro

Jan 7, 2020 at 3:55 pm

I tested the new Mavrik Driver today and it is Orange & Black and very forgiving, omg…couldn’t miss. I was hitting indoors but I was very pleased with the response. The sweet spot is huge. I currently have the Rogue driver, but have not ordered this new toy

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- Ro
  
  Jan 7, 2020 at 3:56 pm
  
  Typo, I have ordered the Mavrik Driver
  
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need my fix

Dec 17, 2019 at 10:16 am

i was wondering if anyone had any opinions on matt kuchar

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- george
  
  Jan 5, 2020 at 8:04 am
  
  He’s a douche
  
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JAS HERRINGTON

Dec 17, 2019 at 7:08 am

I`d buy it, if it wood stop my hook. Gosh I hate 2c it go lef.

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Trevor Green

Dec 6, 2019 at 3:45 pm

Introducing, the new Callaway M2

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Charlie Waffles

Dec 6, 2019 at 12:19 pm

Let me guess…

1. longer
2. more forgiving
3. better sounding
4. increased MOI
5. less spin

Now let me go and read the column and see if I’m right. #justchasingafewyards

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Low Tier God

Dec 4, 2019 at 3:09 pm

No APW. So, this is the Rogue’s replacement?

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Jerkeejoe

Dec 3, 2019 at 10:27 pm

Gotta love the hard on for names and color schemes on here. Who cares what it’s called or what color it is if it performs?

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joe

Dec 3, 2019 at 5:53 pm

The author of the article doesn’t know that the color isn’t rumored to be orange. It IS orange. The Callaway representative has been bringing them to retailers around Denver for almost 2 months and every single person I know has hit this club. It’s definitely orange. A bit more muted than the flash… And looks cheap as hell.

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Joe

Dec 3, 2019 at 2:10 pm

Total Callaway, Pick a terrible name and mis-spell it in a block sans-serif font. Are we sure this isn’t their second-tier line which they sell at Sam’s Club?

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gurn

Dec 2, 2019 at 9:55 pm

SHHHH My used Epic Flash just dumped in price

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- JP
  
  Dec 3, 2019 at 2:40 pm
  
  Your Epic Flash just appreciated in price! This mavrik driver isn’t going to move the needle at all imo.
  
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Andrew M Prutsok

Dec 2, 2019 at 6:01 pm

Grayscale was a bold move.

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- JP
  
  Dec 3, 2019 at 5:33 pm
  
  Seriously? Haha. That’s the pic from the USGA conforming list. That’s not how the clubs will look. Haha.
  
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  - Joe
    
    Dec 3, 2019 at 5:49 pm
    
    Seriously, the joke went right over your head and you’re laughing at him?
    
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Rich Douglas

Dec 2, 2019 at 1:01 pm

Given the physical limitations placed on clubs by the USGA, it would seem manufacturers are running out of potential performance improvements. If that’s the case, a normal market would be saturated with competing clubs, all performing in a similar manner.

If this is becoming the case–and I think it is–the choice will come down to two factors: fit and price. Which club is best for you and how much does it cost? Even the first factor will become largely irrelevant to the second–fit will not drive cost.

Will costs come down? Two forces act against this: an unfair marketplace and perceptions driven (and distorted) by advertising, commerce’s propaganda arm.

As we know, there is no real competition at the retail level. Prices are set by the OEMs and enforced with supply agreements. There is also very little competition on price between OEMs; they function as a cartel.

Couple this with factors like reputation and advertising and you get a skewed market with a huge informational imbalance (between OEMs and consumers). Retail outlets don’t help–they make things worse.

I used to blindly go with one TM driver after another–until the SLDR showed to be a real dud. Then I finally got fitted. Thinking I was going to buy another TM or the latest from Callaway, I instead went with a Titleist 917D3 and a custom-fit shaft–something I would not have predicted. I won’t switch because (a) this club fits and (b) there really is no compelling reason to switch.

I did the same with irons, going to Wishon Sterlings. Never going back. And as we know, there really hasn’t been a lot of innovation, nor improvement, in iron design since multiple-material and slotted designs became the norm.

If I ever switch from the Titleist driver, it will be to go to a shorter shaft, something I could do in any club. So I’ll get fit with the latest because I’m switching anyway, and that will be that.

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- Tryhard
  
  Dec 5, 2019 at 9:36 pm
  
  Holy. Is there no character limit on comments? Dude just went off and wrote his own article.
  
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Val K

Dec 2, 2019 at 12:51 pm

I want an Iceman model.

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- Realist
  
  Dec 2, 2019 at 2:00 pm
  
  I was looking for the “Goose” model myself…haha
  
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  - Gibson888
    
    Dec 3, 2019 at 8:30 pm
    
    The tried to do a Goose model but it was dead in the water.
    
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    - Gibson888
      
      Dec 3, 2019 at 8:31 pm
      
      *They
      
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- Arnie
  
  Dec 6, 2019 at 1:21 pm
  
  I want an Mr Freeze model
  
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Marshall

Dec 2, 2019 at 12:36 pm

Not to be negative, but these couldn’t look more “blah” and uninteresting. I’ve been a fan of the last few iterations of drivers from Callaway, but these definitely have a less-than-premium vibe to them.

However, I guess that matters only little if they play better than what is currently out there.

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John

Dec 2, 2019 at 12:28 pm

Pretty basic looking. Should come with a goose neck hosel.

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HDTVMAN

Dec 2, 2019 at 12:26 pm

Here we go again…$500+++…get you platinum cards out!

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- Jack Nash
  
  Dec 2, 2019 at 2:46 pm
  
  You got it. Was thinking the same myself. Guess they just want to beat Taylormade to the punch.
  
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  - jgpl001
    
    Dec 3, 2019 at 4:45 pm
    
    Surely there isn’t an M5 or M6 replacement due already…
    
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dat

Dec 2, 2019 at 12:08 pm

MEH-vrick

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Cody Reeder

Dec 2, 2019 at 10:48 am

You guys really should start giving credit in your articles to the forum individuals that post this info. Its the right thing to do.

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DJ

Dec 2, 2019 at 10:30 am

It is the new Rogue – same design

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Eric Hutchens

Dec 2, 2019 at 10:12 am

Terrible Name. Is it a Top Gun product placement. Not a fan at all, even if it’s a good driver. Where are you Harry Arnett?

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Whats in the Bag

Sam Burns WITB 2024 (April)

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11 hours ago

Apr 22, 2024

GolfWRX Staff

Sam Burns’ what’s in the bag accurate as of the RBC Heritage.

Driver: Callaway Paradym Triple Diamond S (9 degrees @10)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Blue 7 TX

3-wood: Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Triple Diamond T (15 degrees @16)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Blue 8 X

Check out more in-hand photos of Sam Burns’ WITB in the forums.

Hybrid: Callaway Apex UW (21 degrees)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Blue 8 X

Irons: Callaway Apex TCB ’24 (4-AW)
Shafts: Project X 6.5 (4-PW), True Temper Dynamic Gold X100 Tour Issue (AW)

Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM10 (56-14F @55), WedgeWorks Proto (60-T)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold S400 Tour Issue (56, 60)

Check out more in-hand photos of Sam Burns’ WITB in the forums.

Putter: Odyssey Ai-One #7S

Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet Align

Ball: Callaway Chrome Tour X

Check out more in-hand photos of Sam Burns’ WITB in the forums.

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Whats in the Bag

Will Zalatoris WITB 2024 (April)

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11 hours ago

Apr 22, 2024

GolfWRX Staff

Will Zalatoris’ what’s in the bag accurate as of the RBC Heritage.

Driver: Titleist TSR2 (9 degrees, A1 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus TR Black 7 X (44.5 inches)

3-wood: Titleist TSi2 (15 degrees, A1 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus TR Blue 8 X

See more photos of Will Zalatoris’ WITB in the forums.

Irons: Titleist T350 (3), Titleist T150 (4-PW)
Shafts: Nippon N.S. Pro Prototype G.O.S.T. 10 ST X (3), True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100 (4-PW)

Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM10 (50-08F, 54-10S @55, 60-04T)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100

See more photos of Will Zalatoris’ WITB in the forums.

Putter: L.A.B. Golf Mezz.1 Max

Grips: Golf Pride Z-Grip Cord

See more photos of Will Zalatoris’ WITB in the forums.

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Equipment

New Level launches new 480-DB irons, blending performance and forgiveness

Published

14 hours ago

Apr 22, 2024

Brian Knudson

New Level has been making some really good golf equipment since the company started up in 2018. Offering irons that are more geared towards the better player, precision has been a fundamental philosophy for New Level in creating irons and wedges.

The 480 line of irons has been the flagship of the brand, and the newest member of that team is the 480-DB iron that is now open to pre-orders. A new cavity design is what the whole 480 line is about, and the 480-DB takes advantage of that with added ball speed and a larger sweet spot.

For players who require their irons to offer the best feel, rest assured the DB is a fully forged (from 1020 carbon steel) one-piece golf club. No multi-piece, hollow design with this iron.

While the 480-DB is the next generation of the popular 902-OS, New Level didn’t follow the current trend in golf by chasing distance with the new iron. They actually weakened the lofts on the 480-DB with the spec sheet showing a 33-degree 7-iron and 45-degree pitching wedge. These lofts allow the DB to have less offset while still offering consistent distance off the face.

A traditional design was also at the forefront of the new irons to make sure that golfers with an eye for detail can look down at them with confidence that they will perform under any condition.

A weight low in the back cavity will allow their master club builders to dial in the perfect weight for the golfer, no matter the length or shaft being used. New Level believes that the new 480-DB is one of the most forgiving one-piece forged irons on the market today. A pre-worn leading edge on the sole should get through the turf quickly and with reduced digging for better turf interaction.

You can pre-order the New Level 480-DB right now on the New Level website.