UPDATED VIDEO & PICS: Nike Covert Drivers, Woods & Irons

[Sinclair]

[quote name='NHauss' timestamp='1352163590' post='5896387']
I could see myself gaming this but the tech doesn't make any sense. i mean they just inverted the back of the sole, so how does that save weight? they are most likely only talking about a gram or less, which is insignificant. And changing face angle at address ALWAYS changes loft at impact, or vise versa.

altogther the look is better than I expected when it leaked that it was going to be red.
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You're making a lot of speculation about years of R & D.

[ATLRay]

After looking at the driver last night and today, I want to try these SOOOO bad, February is too far.

[chip75]

Covert is right, it would be only under the cover of darkness that I'd play with these abominations.

Is it too late for Rory to back out of his Nike deal? You'd have to give [u]me[/u] $250 million to play play these bloody things. The Nike Swoosh on the top of them is the least of their problems....

[poppman2142]

[quote name='chip75' timestamp='1352239238' post='5900331']
Covert is right, it would be only under the cover of darkness that I'd play with these abominations.

Is it too late for Rory to back out of his Nike deal? You'd have to give [u]me[/u] $250 million to play play these bloody things. The Nike Swoosh on the top of them is the least of their problems....
[/quote][quote name='chip75' timestamp='1352239238' post='5900331']
Covert is right, it would be only under the cover of darkness that I'd play with these abominations.

Is it too late for Rory to back out of his Nike deal? You'd have to give [u]me[/u] $250 million to play play these bloody things. The Nike Swoosh on the top of them is the least of their problems....
[/quote]

Pretty sure Rory played 18 with the new clubs a few weeks ago at his visit to the Oven.

[StarFleetGolfer]

[quote name='chip75' timestamp='1352239238' post='5900331']
Covert is right, it would be only under the cover of darkness that I'd play with these abominations.

Is it too late for Rory to back out of his Nike deal? You'd have to give [u]me[/u] $250 million to play play these bloody things. The Nike Swoosh on the top of them is the least of their problems....
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Don't worry no one will pay you $2.50 to play these.

[goldenbear]

seems more subtle than the white. like somebody mentioned earlier, I also really liked the days when taylormade and callaway had unique color to their drivers. I almost replaced all my woods this year with the rbz stuff but could never get past the white. I can handle the red though, looks nice.

[tbowles411]

[quote name='tembolo1284' timestamp='1352227339' post='5899547']
[quote name='tbowles411' timestamp='1352227117' post='5899529']
[quote name='tembolo1284' timestamp='1352226976' post='5899509']
so no new blade?
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You don't need new blades! LOL
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I always need new blades!!!!

How's Paula treatin' ya these days?
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Restraining order! LOL

[joeburdo3]

The cavity technology is proven.

[attachment=1410839:burrows.jpg]

[td10]

OMG. Dumb.

[BirdieBob]

[quote name='Golfjunki71' timestamp='1352240269' post='5900379']
[quote name='chip75' timestamp='1352239238' post='5900331']
Covert is right, it would be only under the cover of darkness that I'd play with these abominations.

Is it too late for Rory to back out of his Nike deal? You'd have to give [u]me[/u] $250 million to play play these bloody things. The Nike Swoosh on the top of them is the least of their problems....
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Don't worry no one will pay you $2.50 to play these.
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Well, in fact I will go as far as to say he will have to pay someone to play these Nike clubs........

[MadGolfer76]

[quote name='Thrillhouse' timestamp='1352164173' post='5896445']
[quote name='SwooshLT' timestamp='1352163924' post='5896415']
Guys.....we've all seen things that are "different"....white caught us off guard but widely accepted now....Cobra and Callaway both using wide array of colors. NIKE used current technology and improved it with radical cavity design.February will be here soon enough for all of us to swing it and give our thoughts. Until then, shall we not pass judgment and enjoy pics?
[/quote]

I've seen a stripper with a third nipple.

That was different.
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Was it off the TransCanuck, around Edmunston?

[Roderick972]

[quote name='Thrillhouse' timestamp='1352164173' post='5896445']
[quote name='SwooshLT' timestamp='1352163924' post='5896415']
Guys.....we've all seen things that are "different"....white caught us off guard but widely accepted now....Cobra and Callaway both using wide array of colors. NIKE used current technology and improved it with radical cavity design.February will be here soon enough for all of us to swing it and give our thoughts. Until then, shall we not pass judgment and enjoy pics?
[/quote]

I've seen a stripper with a third nipple.

That was different.
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ROFL!!!!

[Roderick972]

[quote name='KYMAR' timestamp='1352166053' post='5896621'] [quote name='Thrillhouse' timestamp='1352164173' post='5896445'] [quote name='SwooshLT' timestamp='1352163924' post='5896415'] Guys.....we've all seen things that are "different"....white caught us off guard but widely accepted now....Cobra and Callaway both using wide array of colors. NIKE used current technology and improved it with radical cavity design.February will be here soon enough for all of us to swing it and give our thoughts. Until then, shall we not pass judgment and enjoy pics? [/quote] I've seen a stripper with a third nipple. That was different. [/quote] Did he get upset and ask you to stop staring? [/quote]

ROFL again!!!!

[jackn]

Not too fussed on the colour and the nike stamp on the heel? Ooooft!!

J

[TheMoneyShot]

[quote name='tbowles411' timestamp='1352241507' post='5900445']
[quote name='tembolo1284' timestamp='1352227339' post='5899547']
[quote name='tbowles411' timestamp='1352227117' post='5899529']
[quote name='tembolo1284' timestamp='1352226976' post='5899509']
so no new blade?
[/quote]
You don't need new blades! LOL
[/quote]

I always need new blades!!!!

How's Paula treatin' ya these days?
[/quote]
Restraining order! LOL
[/quote]

Your to much T!

[simple36]

Red looks much better than white. Also on the positive side, it wont get as dirty as the white does. I don't get all teh fuss about the swoosh on the heel, if you don't like it just remove it, if you don't like red...paint it, if you don't like Nike than leave the thread alone. Some people don't like reading 4 pages saying I would never play this driver when YOU HAVE NEVER EVEN HIT IT. I will wait till I have one in my hands to make my call.

[Skaffa77]

Hmm...interesting concept with the cavity. Will be interested in the feel and sound of the club, but something tells me it'll perform.

Not crazy about the shade of red or the swoosh on the crown, but I got used to white drivers...

[Shiram]

How could you not at least want to try hitting these woods?

I mean come on. Nike really delivered something different - maybe they'll be awesome - maybe they'll suck. Either way it's new/different... gotta try it.

[stage1350]

[quote name='joeburdo3' timestamp='1352242366' post='5900505']
The cavity technology is proven.

[attachment=1410839:burrows.jpg]
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I remember a WRXer years ago that was proud of his Mac Burrows driver because he picked it up used with a matte blue Diamana in it.

As I said back on the 7th page, the technology here acutally excites me enough that I may have to try it. I really want to see how the fairways and hybrids interact with the turf given their smaller sole width.

[KrazyTrain18]

I have mixed thoughts on these, do I think the Nike swoosh is distracting at address, YES do I think the hole or "cavity bottom" is gross YES but aside from that do I think it's a nice club YES.

[StarFleetGolfer]

February will be a great month. These and the 913 fw's.

[TheU]

[quote name='KrazyTrain18' timestamp='1352248483' post='5900875']
I have mixed thoughts on these, do I think the Nike swoosh is distracting at address, YES do I think the hole or "cavity bottom" is gross YES but aside from that do I think it's a nice club YES.
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I disagree. I don't even see the alignment aid on my driver while playing. Don't get me wrong, I'm conscious of it, I just don't "see" it if you know what I mean. My opinion is that after 15-20 swings with these clubs you'll never notice it again.

[QuickFeet]

[quote name='QuickFeet' timestamp='1352167542' post='5896759']
I've hit the VrS Covert Tour and Performance drivers along with the TM R11s and Titleist 910 D3. All stock OEM setup with a stiff shaft, 10.5 loft or set to 10.5 loft and face angle set in the most neutral position. Hit six shots with each driver, launch numbers captured with TrackMan and good weather during the session.

I don't hit the ball hard, club speed in the 94-95 mph range; ball speed 142-143 mph, but fairly consistent contact with Smash Factor usually at 1.49 or 1.5.

For me the Covert Performance was 7-10 yards longer than the R11s and 910; it was longer than the Covert Tour as well. The Covert Tour is a low launch and low spin head; not a good combination for my low swing/ball speed. The Covert Tour was the shortest carry distance of the four drivers however both of the VrS Covert drivers produced better ball speed than the TM or Titleist.

I have my TrackMan numbers somewhere; I'll find them post a summary of the 6 shot averages. 7-10 yards longer is huge for me since I don't hit it very far to begin with. This driver for sure will be in my bag.

I like the red color so that is a non-issue, the white Swoosh on the heel is not distracting and Nike got the sound right on both of these heads. The feel.........very solid. When you get the opportunity to give these Covert a try I think you'll like the performance.
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Below are the TrackMan numbers for when I hit these clubs. I thought I hit most of the shots in a "neutral" setup but the loft and position is shown for each club. I have no idea what the Titleist positions equate to without looking at their settings chart. I like to use TrackMan to validate what I think I'm seeing during ball flight. I generally have a pretty good idea as to launch angle and spin but it is sometimes difficult to see carry distance and judge ball speed. You'd think I could see a ball land at 220 yards but I have old tired eyes........ Oh, all shots were with range balls in pretty good condition.

A lot of the TrackMan numbers aren't important to me; ball speed, launch angle, spin rate, smash factor and carry distance are what I generally look at. Sometimes there is just too much information...........

The clubs were hit in the order as listed. I remember when I hit the R11s the 12 shots were hit really good (for me anyhow) and when I looked up the ball was exactly in the "window" that I expected. I really didn't think that the other clubs would be anywhere close. When I hit the first shot with the Covert Performance I was somewhat shocked, sound and feel were terrific; again looking up the ball was exactly in my shot window and I knew it was pretty long. All 12 shots with the Covert Performance were very good. The Titleist 910 was good as well but at the time I didn't think as good as the R11s or Covert. The Covert Tour was also very good but was low in my shot window and I could tell the spin was pretty low; certainly didn't max out my carry. It did have great feel and sound.

I hit the Covert Tour again today with a softer shaft, the VTS 6R Silver and set at 11.5 loft. I've got to get on a TrackMan and take a look at the numbers. Sound and feel were excellent, the ball seemed to be going a long ways, it is absolutely jumping off the face. Very bright sun here today, again the red head and Swoosh at the back of the hosel/heel are not going to be an issue for most players. Fifteen balls with this club and you won't give them a second thought.

[TheMoneyShot]

[quote name='Golfjunki71' timestamp='1352249128' post='5900925']
February will be a great month. These and the 913 fw's.
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It's going to be a super expensive month I'm afraid.....

[tbowles411]

[quote name='TheMoneyShot' timestamp='1352252123' post='5901139']
[quote name='Golfjunki71' timestamp='1352249128' post='5900925']
February will be a great month. These and the 913 fw's.
[/quote]

It's going to be a super expensive month I'm afraid.....
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Don't remind me...

[WHC888]

[quote name='Thrillhouse' timestamp='1352163574' post='5896381']
[quote name='blackrabbit7191' timestamp='1352163235' post='5896345']
Having had all of Nike's Driver, I have to say that they hit a GRANDSLAM with this one! A Cavity Back Driver, (really!!!) Why did it take so long for someone to think of this, not only that but you can adjust both loft and angle.............SWEET!!!! I'm using the Vr Tour Driver now and hitting it 290, can't wait to get my hands on this club in Feb....Somebody call Golf Digest cause this one is going on the (GOLD) Hot list!!!
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I'd didnt take this long for someone to come up with a cavity back driver, the hammer x has it and has been available for years!

BOOM!
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come on Thrill......it's POWWWWWWWWWWWWW

[StarFleetGolfer]

[quote name='tbowles411' timestamp='1352252189' post='5901145']
[quote name='TheMoneyShot' timestamp='1352252123' post='5901139']
[quote name='Golfjunki71' timestamp='1352249128' post='5900925']
February will be a great month. These and the 913 fw's.
[/quote]

It's going to be a super expensive month I'm afraid.....
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Don't remind me...
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I used to think golf was expensive until my daughter got into gymnastics.

[SwooshLT]

[quote name='QuickFeet' timestamp='1352251972' post='5901127']
[quote name='QuickFeet' timestamp='1352167542' post='5896759']
I've hit the VrS Covert Tour and Performance drivers along with the TM R11s and Titleist 910 D3. All stock OEM setup with a stiff shaft, 10.5 loft or set to 10.5 loft and face angle set in the most neutral position. Hit six shots with each driver, launch numbers captured with TrackMan and good weather during the session.

I don't hit the ball hard, club speed in the 94-95 mph range; ball speed 142-143 mph, but fairly consistent contact with Smash Factor usually at 1.49 or 1.5.

For me the Covert Performance was 7-10 yards longer than the R11s and 910; it was longer than the Covert Tour as well. The Covert Tour is a low launch and low spin head; not a good combination for my low swing/ball speed. The Covert Tour was the shortest carry distance of the four drivers however both of the VrS Covert drivers produced better ball speed than the TM or Titleist.

I have my TrackMan numbers somewhere; I'll find them post a summary of the 6 shot averages. 7-10 yards longer is huge for me since I don't hit it very far to begin with. This driver for sure will be in my bag.

I like the red color so that is a non-issue, the white Swoosh on the heel is not distracting and Nike got the sound right on both of these heads. The feel.........very solid. When you get the opportunity to give these Covert a try I think you'll like the performance.
[/quote]

Below are the TrackMan numbers for when I hit these clubs. I thought I hit most of the shots in a "neutral" setup but the loft and position is shown for each club. I have no idea what the Titleist positions equate to without looking at their settings chart. I like to use TrackMan to validate what I think I'm seeing during ball flight. I generally have a pretty good idea as to launch angle and spin but it is sometimes difficult to see carry distance and judge ball speed. You'd think I could see a ball land at 220 yards but I have old tired eyes........ Oh, all shots were with range balls in pretty good condition.

A lot of the TrackMan numbers aren't important to me; ball speed, launch angle, spin rate, smash factor and carry distance are what I generally look at. Sometimes there is just too much information...........

The clubs were hit in the order as listed. I remember when I hit the R11s the 12 shots were hit really good (for me anyhow) and when I looked up the ball was exactly in the "window" that I expected. I really didn't think that the other clubs would be anywhere close. When I hit the first shot with the Covert Performance I was somewhat shocked, sound and feel were terrific; again looking up the ball was exactly in my shot window and I knew it was pretty long. All 12 shots with the Covert Performance were very good. The Titleist 910 was good as well but at the time I didn't think as good as the R11s or Covert. The Covert Tour was also very good but was low in my shot window and I could tell the spin was pretty low; certainly didn't max out my carry. It did have great feel and sound.

I hit the Covert Tour again today with a softer shaft, the VTS 6R Silver and set at 11.5 loft. I've got to get on a TrackMan and take a look at the numbers. Sound and feel were excellent, the ball seemed to be going a long ways, it is absolutely jumping off the face. Very bright sun here today, again the red head and Swoosh at the back of the hosel/heel are not going to be an issue for most players. Fifteen balls with this club and you won't give them a second thought.
[/quote]

Excellent post....especially for me!! Swing speed very similar and similar needs....when you speak of sound/feel, can you compare the CT to anything in particular? Razr Fit, d3, 510tp, muted, metallic...

[johnstitch]

Like the colour and shape of the driver. But which donut in marketing signed off on the Swoosh?

[QuickFeet]

[quote name='SwooshLT' timestamp='1352253248' post='5901227']
Excellent post....especially for me!! Swing speed very similar and similar needs....when you speak of sound/feel, can you compare the CT to anything in particular? Razr Fit, d3, 510tp, muted, metallic...
[/quote]

Sound and feel is so subjective but I can tell you this. Nike drivers the last 3 or 4 years have had somewhat of a metallic sound to them, these two new Covert drivers do not; Nike got the sound on these right. [b]To me[/b], they sound like a driver should. Hopefully there will be some in play this weekend that will get some TV time.