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TaylorMade Golf has announced the launch of Qi35, Qi35 LS, Qi35 Max and Qi35 Max Lite drivers – a collaboration of distance and forgiveness.
Traditionally, driver construction is a choice between high moment of inertia (MOI) and
a low centre of gravity (CG), but with Qi35 drivers, golfers can unlock another level and
choose both. Qi35 drivers are available for pre-order starting January 8 and available for purchase at
worldwide retail locations January 30.
“At TaylorMade, we have been pushing the envelope of forgiveness, and in Qi35, we
have taken it to yet another level. The true breakthrough is delivering this new level of
forgiveness with even more distance and enhanced launch conditions. Combining that
with groundbreaking fitting technology in Qi35 SelectFit heads will allow the golfer to
see maximum performance gains with Qi35 drivers.” — Brian Bazzel, VP of Product
Creation
More Distance from More of the Face
To unlock another level of performance, the Qi35 driver combines lowered CG
projection with maximum MOI resulting in more distance from more of the face#.
CG projection is a measurement of the balance point of the head projected onto the
face. This metric can help define the inherent launch conditions of the driver. When the
ball is struck above that balance point, it is launched higher with less spin for a longer
drive. When the ball is struck below that balance point, it creates more spin, lower
launch and a shorter drive.
By lowering the balance point and optimising weight in the head, TaylorMade engineers
activated a larger area of opportunity on the face for improved launch conditions. These
improved launch conditions result in more distance from more of the face for each
driver in the Qi35 driver family.
Through interchangeable Trajectory Adjustment System (TAS) weights, the CG
projection of Qi35 LS and Qi35 can be further optimized to create the most mass
efficient CG adjustments for shot shape and control.
The use of chromium carbon fiber in various parts of the head paired with a fourth
generation Carbon Twist Face™ and Infinity Carbon Crown allowed engineers to remove
excess weight and apply it farther back to increase MOI in Qi35. The result is a
considerable jump in forgiveness creating 13 percent tighter dispersion than Qi10*
when the 13-gram weight is in the rear setting. Qi35 Max continues to offer maximum
forgiveness with 10K MOI.
Qi35 drivers deliver the ultimate suite of technologies when combining the above
features with prior TaylorMade innovations such as Carbon Twist Face, Thru-Slot Speed
Pocket™ and a 4° loft sleeve.
The multi-material construction of chromium carbon fiber, steel, aluminum, tungsten
and titanium works together with Qi35’s advanced technology to create the perfect
blend of design and performance.
Qi35
To create the ability to move weight farther back and forward in the clubhead, Qi35
takes on the same high inertia shape seen in Qi35 Max. By increasing the overall length
of the head front-to-back by eight millimetres, the weight saved and repositioned
makes Qi35 a 9K inertia driver.
Qi35 comes stock with two TAS weights, 13 grams in the back and 3 grams in the front
to be able to customise CG projection. With the 13-gram TAS weight in the back, Qi35
has a CG projection of 1.6mm from centre face.
If the weights are flipped, CG projection lowers closer to centre face at 0.4mm with an
MOI of 8.1K resulting in a distance gain of five yards*.
Qi35 drivers are available for $1,049 RRP in 9.0°, 10.5° and 12.0° lofts with 2025 Fujikura
Ventus Blue (5S, 5R, 5A) and Mitsubishi Diamana T+ 60 (X, S) stock shafts. The stock
grip is Golf Pride’s Black/Silver Z-Grip (0.600 52g).
Qi35 Max
Qi35 Max houses a rear fixed tungsten weight inside the all-new symmetric inertia
generator amassing 34 grams without increasing overall head weight. This keeps MOI at
10K while lowering CG projection to 2.9mm, improving launch conditions and resulting
in more distance1.
Qi35 Max drivers are available for $1,049 RRP and come in 9.0° 10.5° and 12.0° lofts and
are equipped with the 2025 Fujikura AirSpeeder (5S, 5R, 5A) and Mitsubishi Diamana T+
60 (X, S) stock shafts and Golf Pride’s Black/Silver Z-Grip (0.600 58g).
Qi35 LS
With one 13-gram TAS weight in the back and two 3-gram weights in the front, CG in
Qi35 LS can also be optimised to the specific needs of the golfer. The incorporation of
TAS weights into Qi35 LS instead of a sliding weight removes discretionary weight and is
more mass efficient creating a greater change in CG, launch conditions and spin.
By putting the 13-gram weight in the front toe position, CG decreases to -0.2mm, the
lowest CG projection of the entire Qi35 family. This pinpoint weighting creates more
distance and lower spin.
Moving the 13-gram weight to the back position increases MOI with a slight increase in
CG projection at 0.8mm.
Qi35 LS drivers are available for $1,049 RRP in 8.0°, 9.0° and 10.5° lofts with Mitsubishi
Kai’li Blue DarkWave CB 60 (X, S, R) and Kai’li White DarkWave 60 (X,S) stock shafts.
Qi35 LS comes equipped with GolfPride’s Black/Silver Z-Grip Black/Silver (0.600 52g).
Qi35 Max Lite
TaylorMade breaks into the ultra-light weight category with Qi35 Max Lite. Qi35 Max Lite
is over 35 grams lighter than Qi35 Max and is holistically designed in an ultra-light
component package for an exceptional combination of weight and MOI. This driver is
aimed toward golfers who are looking to increase their clubhead speed. Qi35 Max Lite is
also seen in fairway woods and Rescue™ hybrids, as well as a women’s spec.
Qi35 Max Lite drivers are available for $1,049 RRP in 10.5° and 12.0° lofts in Mitsubishi’s
Vanquish 4 (R, R2/A) shaft and Golf Pride’s Black/White Z-Grip (0.600 43g). Qi35 Max
Lite women’s is offered in 10.5° and 12.0° lofts with Fujikura’s AirSpeeder 40 L shaft and
the Lamkin ST Soft grip (0.580 40g).
Qi35 Designer Series
The Qi35 Designer Series features unique aesthetics from the minds of TaylorMade’s
most creative designers. The Designer Series drivers bring an allure of exclusivity with
the sought after rich, deep gloss jet black finish with subtle highlights of green. Qi35
Designer Series drivers will be offered in limited amounts across Qi35, Qi35 LS and
Qi35 Max for $1,099 RRP.
Fitting Has a New Face with Qi35 SelectFit Heads
To further improve accuracy and efficiency of the fitting process, TaylorMade
introduces a groundbreaking technology by creating the first launch monitor enabled
fitting heads. For the first time ever, reflective fitting markers are built directly into every
Qi35 SelectFit driver face and will be available at all TaylorMade experiential events and
retail fitting locations.
The built-in fitting markers deliver the most accurate face delivery and impact
information possible allowing fitters to fully optimise the technology of Qi35 drivers
exactly to the golfer’s skillset without needing to apply stickers onto the face.
In conjunction with Foresight Sports’ camera-based technology, the reflective fitting
markers are tracked by GCQuad or Quad Max launch monitors within the impact
interval.
Additionally, TaylorMade has provided Trackman clubhead measurements for the most
accurate face impact and club delivery data possible. Within the Trackman app, fitters
can select the Qi35 head model which will automatically populate the clubhead
measurements.
“We engineer our products to the highest level, but we know we can unlock even more
performance when we optimise the technology properly. Qi35 SelectFit driver heads
can allow a fitter to identify the most optimal head model with the correct loft, weight
configuration and shaft. Marrying the technological benefits of Qi35 with the highest level
fitting capability allows us to give every golfer the forgiveness they need with the
distance they deserve,” says Matt Simone, Director of Custom Product Creation.
Availability & Custom
The Qi35 driver family is available for preorder starting Jan. 8th and at retail starting Jan.
30 (Mar. 14 for Designer Series). Qi35 drivers can be customised with various grip and
shaft offerings through TaylorMade’s custom ordering platform. Customisable weights
will also be offered in an eight-piece weight kit and individually ranging from 3 to 15
grams. For more information on Qi35 drivers, visit www.taylormadegolf.com.au.
(Claim based on robot testing vs. Qi10 driver family in 13 impact locations. Dispersion and distance claims based on player testing vs. Qi10 driver. 1 Claim based on player testing vs. Qi10 MAX.)
Fairway Woods
TaylorMade Golf also announced the release of Qi35 fairway woods and hybrids. Collectively, the family gives golfers of all abilities added levels of versatility, adjustability, and consistent performance with optimised CG projections, high MOI designs, and the addition of loft sleeves in many of the heads.
Qi35 fairway woods and hybrids will be available for preorder starting January 8 and
available for purchase at worldwide retail locations starting January 30.
Qi35 fairway woods are packed with proven TaylorMade technologies like Twist Face™,
Thru-Slot Speed Pocket™, and an Infinity Carbon Crown. These same technologies
made TaylorMade fairway woods the most played on the PGA TOUR in 2024.
All Qi35 fairway woods utilize multi-material construction that optimises mass
placement for maximum performance in a way that seamlessly blends form and
function.
A New Level of Fitting
Like never before, Qi35 fairway woods allow golfers to unlock another level of
optimisation through the incorporation of 4° loft sleeves in all 3 and 5-woods and the
Qi35 Tour 7-wood. At the same time, the Qi35 fairway wood family gives them plenty of
different head styles to unlock their full potential with this part of their bag.
“We want to be the leaders in fit. For this year, the question became how can we put loft
sleeves in fairway woods without losing face performance? After years of research and
testing, we were able to incorporate 4° loft sleeves into all our 3-woods and 5-woods.
With Qi35 fairway woods, we’ve elevated the fitting experience and given golfers the
chance to truly optimise their distance, flight and face angle,” says Andrew Oldknow, Director of Woods & Putter Product Creation.
Qi35
A wide array of golfers stand to benefit from Qi35. The skirt of Qi35 sits lower than the
previous model which in turn optimises the CG location so that it sits in line with the
centre of the ball at address. As a result, golfers are able to realize fast ball speeds and
exceptional distance while still maintaining high MOI.
Qi35 has a TSS weight positioned toward the front of the clubhead to further optimise
head mass properties while allowing custom weighting options during assembly.
Coupled with a 4° loft sleeve in the 3, 3HL and 5-woods, and there are plenty of fitting
and customisation options.
Qi35 fairway woods are available for $609 RRP in 3-wood (15° RH/LH), 3-HL (16.5° RH),
5-wood (18° RH/LH) and 7-wood (21° RH/LH). The stock shaft is the Fujikura Ventus
Blue FW 25’ 6 (X, S) 5 (R, A). The stock grip is the Golf Pride Z-Grip Black/Silver 0.600
52g.
- Qi35 Max
The Qi35 Max head is the largest, most forgiving in the lineup measuring 200cc. The
head shape creates high MOI and promotes easy launch.
A TSS weight sits near the back of the club which creates our most forgiving fairway
wood while promoting easy launch. It also allows for swing weight customization during
assembly.
The modified CG location enhances energy transfer between the clubface and the ball.
A new face profile and head shape provide versatility from the tee and off the ground.
A 4° loft sleeve is included in 3 and 5-woods while the 7 and 9-woods are bonded.
Qi35 Max fairway woods are available for $609 RRP in 3-wood (15.5° RH/LH), 5-wood
(18.5° RH/LH), 7-wood (21.5° RH/LH) and 9-wood (24.5° RH). The stock shaft is the
Fujikura AirSpeeder 25’ (5S, 5R, 5A) and the stock grip is the Golf Pride Tour Z-Grip
Black/Silver 0.600 52g. - Qi35 Tour
Tour-inspired Qi35 Tour fairway woods are designed for golfers that prefer the look of a
compact head and prioritise workability. Through additional layers of adjustability, Qi35
Tour allows them to optimise distance, flight and shot shape.
Qi35 Tour fairway woods come with a 40g sliding weight that can be moved back to help
tighten dispersion, and forward to increase distance. Additionally, the weight can be
rotated 180° effectively doubling the number of adjustability options. Coupled with a 4°
loft sleeve, Qi35 Tour is one of the most customisable fairway woods TaylorMade has
ever made.
Qi35 Tour fairway woods are available for $759 RRP in 3-wood (15° RH/LH), 5-wood (18°
RH/LH) and 7-wood (21° RH). The stock shaft is the Mitsubishi Kaili Blue DarkWave FW
75 (X, S) and 65 (R). The stock grip is the Golf Pride Z-Grip Black/Silver 0.600 52g.
Qi35 Max Lite
The ultralightweight and high MOI design of Qi35 Max Lite gives golfers increased
forgiveness and enhances launch. By taking weight out of the head, shaft and grip, the
Qi35 Max Lite helps golfers achieve faster swing speeds and more distance as a result.
The high MOI, 200cc head promotes high launch and the modified CG location
enhances energy transfer between the clubface and the ball.
The 3 and 5-woods come with a 4° loft sleeve while the 7-wood is bonded.
Qi35 Max Lite fairway woods are available for $609 RRP in 3-wood (15.5° RH/LH), 5-
wood (18.5° RH/LH), and 7-wood (21.5° RH/LH). The stock shaft is the Mitsubishi
Vanquish 4 (R, R2/A) and the stock grip is the Golf Pride Z-Grip Black/White 0.600 43g.
Qi35 Hybrids
Qi35 hybrids feature multi-material construction consisting of chromium carbon, steel
and aluminium to provide golfers consistent performance and versatility from any lie.
Qi35 hybrids also utilize optimised CG locations to promote high launch conditions.
TSS weights are aligned centre with the CG to enhance energy transfer between the
clubface and ball, while also allowing for optimisation of custom swing weights during
the assembly process.
Qi35 hybrids incorporate proven TaylorMade technologies like Twist Face™ and an
ultralightweight Carbon Crown. The Thru-Slot Speed Pocket™ has been engineered to
provide consistent face performance in every loft. - Qi35
The Qi35 Rescue™ is ideal for a wide array of golfers and features 3° loft sleeves making
it easy to achieve proper fitting and gapping in every loft.
Qi35 is available for $509 RRP in 2 (17° RH), 3 (19° RH/LH), 4 (22° RH/LH) and 5 (25°
RH/LH). The stock shaft for mid-flight is the Fujikura Ventus Blue HB 25’ 7 (S), 6 (R), 5
(A). The stock low-flight shaft is the Mitsubishi Kaili Blue DarkWave HY 95 (X), 85 (S). The
stock grip is the Golf Pride Z-Grip Black/Silver 0.600 52g. - Qi35 Max
The Qi35 Max Rescue™ is bonded and designed to provide golfers maximum MOI. The
modified CG location and confidence inspiring profile give golfers ample forgiveness
while offering them exceptional distance as well as easy launch at the same time.
Qi35 Max is available for $509 RRP in 3 (20° RH/LH), 4 (23° RH/LH), 5 (27° RH/LH), 6 (31°
RH) and 7 (35° RH). The stock shaft is the Fujikura AirSpeeder 25’ (5S, 5R, 5A) and the
stock grip is the Golf Pride Z-Grip Black/Silver 0.600 52g. - Qi35 Max Lite
The Qi35 Max Lite Rescue™ is bonded and significantly lighter than Qi35 Max. Weight
has been removed from the head, shaft and grip allowing golfers to achieve more speed
throughout their swing.
Qi35 Max Lite is available for $509 RRP in the same 4-7 lofts and RH/LH options as Qi35
Max. The stock shaft is the Mitsubishi Vanquish 5 (R, R2/A) and the stock grip is the Golf
Pride Z-Grip Black/White 0.600 43g.
