Top positive review
5.0 out of 5 starsUpgraded from a 2013 R1 to this. WOW
Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2023
Yeah, I kept my old TM R1 w/ Oban shaft for 10 years. Loved it, but decided to upgrade as the R1 is the driver equivalent to still using an iPhone 5. I honestly didn’t get fit or even take a practice swing with the Stealth + before I bought it on here.
It arrived today and I just got back from hitting a large bucket of balls. I’m a 7.4 USGA GHIN, and average 270-290 off the tee with my R1. Here are my thoughts on the STLTH +:
1.) the shaft seems more upright than my R1, so I think the lie angle is 1-2 degrees upright.
2.) the sound of the Stealth + is beautiful. The R1 sounded like a baseball bat hitting a metal
Pole. It was so loud it was embarrassing. People would get startled on the range when I hit it. The Stealth is a nice muted thump.
3.) the ball jumps off the face A LOT MORE with the carbon fiber face. Miss hits still feel like miss hits. But the ball doesn’t fly off line as much. Granted, if you have a hook or slice swing, this isn’t going to magically cure it. It MAY help a little but if you’re trying to find a magic bullet to stop hooking/slicing, save your money for a lesson.
4.) it’s a lot lighter than my R1. So, it’s easy to start your downswing too steep. Tempo and using a 70% swing is key.
5.) I know the Stealth 2 is out. Which is why I bought this 2022 version and saved $300. Marketing is TM’s trademark. Don’t fall for it unless you’re a glamour queen that feels better about yourself by having the latest and greatest.
6.) I have the 9 degree with the stiff Hazard RDX Smoke shaft. Mid launch, mid spin. It’s perfect for my 108mph swing speed.
7.) the stock grip sucks. Dial your club in first, then put a premium grip on it.
8.) it true looks beautiful all around. The red face, matte black and shiny trim makes you feel good.
9.) cart girls will see you bomb one 290 and immediately fall in love with you. It’s likely she’ll throw her undies in your face as you walk off the tee. Get used to it.
10.) I honestly can’t say I gained any yards. The launch traj was definitely higher and carry was guesstimated to be in the 265 range with a total of 280 most of the time. My R1 had more
Of a lower penetrating trajectory. This is a higher launch softer landing weapon.
All in all, I’m very happy with this driver. I will absolutely recommend it to anyone in the market.
