First look: TaylorMade R7 Quad Mini Driver

TaylorMade have launched a new mini driver to their line-up. 

The R7 Quad Mini pays tribute to one of their most popular drivers ever: the R7 and R7 SuperQuad. 

You can pre-order it today for £399 and it will be available to purchase from trusted retail outlets on 1 May. 

"The R7 Quad Mini Driver is one of those projects that got everyone excited from the initial concept," said Chandler Carr, TayloMade's product manager. 

"We couldn't be more excited to continue setting the pace in the mini driver category."

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Inspiration

TaylorMade recognised the popularity of mini drivers both on the PGA Tour for amateurs and wanted to further push the envelope of what’s possible in terms of both tech and performance. 

To do so, they looked back on what's worked in the past and found inspiration from the R7 driver. 

Released in 2004, the R7 was one of the most popular drivers in TaylorMade history. 

It captured over 30 wins worldwide, including the2004 U.S. Open

Adjustability

The R7 driver was the The R7 driver was also the first driver to incorporate TaylorMade's Movable Weight Technology which revolutionised the way the entire industry thought about adjustability.

The R7 Quad Mini Driver incorporates that same technology allowing golfers to dial in spin, distance, trajectory and shot shape with precise CG placement. 

The Quad Weighting System includes two 13g and two 4g weights with two ports at the back of the clubhead and one each on the toe and heel.

By moving weight and CG toward the front of the club, golfers experience a penetrating ball flight that's ideal for maximising distance. 

Conversely, placing more weight in the back of the club and moving the CG accordingly in that direction, golfers find enhanced control and ease of use from the deck.

Additional weights can also be purchased for an even greater range of adjustability.

Infinity carbon crown

A key element in designing the R7 Quad Mini Driver was minimising mass in the top of the head. 

The incorporation of a satin Infinity Carbon Crown allowed engineers to not only save weight, but relocate it to other parts of the head where it's used more efficiently.

Visually,the Infinity Carbon Crown presents a clean, elegant profile that inspires confidence in the playing position.

Proven TaylorMade technologies

The R7 Quad Mini also incorporates Twist Face™ which helps golfers maintain tighter down range dispersion, especially on mishits.

Speed Pocket™ increases face flexion and rebound at impact to enhance ball speed and launch, especially on shots struck low on the face.

Together, these technologies work in conjunction to provide golfers increased versatility and playability.

Specialised component package

While the design and technology in the R7 Quad Mini Driver's head is cutting-edge, the complete component packaging is equally so. 

The stock Fujikura Speeder MD(Mini Driver) shaft is specifically designed to help keep spin rates low while also aiding instability without adding weight.

Aesthetically, golfers will appreciate the black head with white, red and yellow accents that harken back to 2004 and the era of the original R7.The black headcover also features the original R7 logo with red, white and yellow trim.

R7 Quad Mini Driver specs

The R7 Quad Mini Driver has an RRP of £399 / €519 / $479.99 / SEK 5,999 / NOK 5,999 / DKK 3,999 / CHF 519 and is available in 11.5°of loft in both right and left-handed. 

The 13.5° head is available in right-handed only.

The lie angle is 57° and the head measures 305cc. The length is43.75” and the swing weight is D4.

The stock shaft is the Fujikura Speeder MD in 6x, 6S and 5R. 

The stock grip is the Golf Pride Z-Grip Black/Red 52g 0.600.