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

[KYMAR]

This is an interesting approach from them to release clubs first before they are able to officially announce/intro Rory. I mean that in the sense that they are saying "here are our new clubs, Rory will be playing these" as Opposed to "Rory signed with us and we are happy to announce he will be playing these new clubs" The clubs come first and i think that is a smart move for them. I really like the looks of the soles of all of the tour stuff. I agree that the silver on the non tour looks sorta cheap (not sure cheap is the exact word but it's close) I also am concerned a little about the sound the driver makes. Though it's probably not an issue (can't be worse than the RBZ tour).

Also, I am sure TM is looking forward to their reveal of the R1, if that's what it's called, to come on the heels of this. Should be an interesting spring. If anyone wants to take me to the PGA show I am just a PM away!

[QuickFeet]

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.

[TWshoot67]

Well I have to give it up to Nike, on what looks like a real winner for 2013! Nike really did create something incredible with 5* of loft change available which is independent from FA (WOW). Now to see if the new tech performs up to snuff at the golf course will be the real test. If it works Nike may change the minds of all the haters here at golfwrx. I've never seen as so many have already said ...... so many positive responses for TEAM NIKE!

[UnderPar18]

When can you Pre Order? Just in time for my Birthday in February!

[practicetee]

To answer a question from earlier, the Tour is 430 cc and the VRS Covert is 460 cc.

The fairways and hybrids in the Tour model (5 different lofts each) are going to make it awesome to fill gaps within a bag!

[TWshoot67]

[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]

Thanks for sharing, I'd like to see those trackman #'s when you get a chance to post. I can't wait to see how this New Nike Covert Tour stacks up against my TM Superfast TP V1. If it's as good as advertised we may se a lot of golfers with some Nike Drivers in the bag this coming season.

[just win]

Great job Nike. May have knocked a PING driver out of the bag for the first time in 14 years.

[WVP]

Nice job Hip, Greg and WRX - definitely the most comprehensive pics and info on this new gear.

[LBattaglia93]

My plan:
Purchase Covert Tour
Send to Continental golf to get the crown painted
= Stealth Bomber

[DoglegRight]

I think it's interesting that they left out the "compression channel" that was so touted last year.

[Yepyukon]

[quote name='boysel21' timestamp='1352165864' post='5896599']
[left]"The 460cc Nike VR_S Covert Driver will retail for $299 and come stock with a 50g Mitsubishi Kuro Kage 50g shaft.

The Covert Tour Driver is 430cc, pear-shaped, and comes standard with a 60g Mitsubishi Kuro Kage shaft. Retail will be $399.

Both will be available in February 2013."[/left]

[left]Am I missing something here or is the retailer going to be able to justify the difference in price between the standard and tour model? 10 grams in the shaft and Black 430cc makes the club $100 more?[/left]
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I don't think it will be that difficult really. Other companies have been doing it for a while, seperating their tour model vs standard model by shaft only (TaylorMade) or pricing them both at the higher price point (Titleist). It is not just the club head size and shape that is different though; the tour is going to launch lower and spin less. Not saying it will sell better or fit more players, but there is plenty of justification there.

[JaxBeachNole]

I am very curious to see the feel and sound.

I imagine we will see more info about what this weighting does for a shot, more forgiving is what I heard in the interview but what does it do for shots on the sweet spot? Any more distance.

My first thought after seeing these is what custom shaft options will be available. I have played a KK 70 in a 3 wood and thought it was okay, I play an 80HY in my hybrid and love it. I wouldn't want it in a driver for sure. Mine were the original KK not the new silver ones, and I don't know what these will be (although the 50g I imagine is a made for shaft).

Also I want to know more about the difference in the 460 and tour versions. I am not complaining about the $100 difference, but I want to know what the specific difference is.

I just read what I have written and I am whining too much, sorry. I really like the wat this club looks, particularly the amazing contrast from the bottom with the cavity and the traditional looking crown.

[CG69's]

Forgive me if I missed it but will the Tour version be available in LH?

[GC70]

How long will the shafts be in the FW's and HYB's? If you set up to play the loft of a 5w wouldnt you want the shaft shorter?

[PZero]

Any word on what the COR is on the FW?

[ladahl]

[quote name='MNNikeGuy' timestamp='1352168595' post='5896863']
How long will the shafts be in the FW's and HYB's? If you set up to play the loft of a 5w wouldnt you want the shaft shorter?
[/quote]

Great quetion....

[TheMoneyShot]

[quote name='PZero' timestamp='1352168677' post='5896873']
Any word on what the COR is on the FW?
[/quote]

I'd like to know the answer to this question too.

[StarFleetGolfer]

[quote name='TheMoneyShot' timestamp='1352168974' post='5896913']
[quote name='PZero' timestamp='1352168677' post='5896873']
Any word on what the COR is on the FW?
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I'd like to know the answer to this question too.
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[mdb0103]

These things just scream DISTANCE! This is one sick lineup!!

[Yepyukon]

[quote name='CG69's' timestamp='1352168543' post='5896857']
Forgive me if I missed it but will the Tour version be available in LH?
[/quote]

You would think since they can adjust the lofts from 8.5-12.5, it would be easy to manufacture left handed drivers. It might be a first for lefties to have the same options as their right handed counterparts.

[chachi1984]

if nike sells a boat load of these drivers and if the driver dominates the tour, we could see other companies cough TM cough
start to make similar drivers

[Kylekoz17]

[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]

Thanks for sharing. Can't wait to hit it and compare to others

[DoYouKnowTheMuffinMan]

[quote name='Yepyukon' timestamp='1352169687' post='5896959']
[quote name='CG69's' timestamp='1352168543' post='5896857']
Forgive me if I missed it but will the Tour version be available in LH?
[/quote]

You would think since they can adjust the lofts from 8.5-12.5, it would be easy to manufacture left handed drivers. It might be a first for lefties to have the same options as their right handed counterparts.
[/quote]
If they aren't then someone will be stabbed and someone else will have some explaining to do.

[Doc Mcstuffins]

DAMNITALL....looks like I'm gonna postpone the 913 purchase for a bit. Too many drivers as it is right now.

[mdb0103]

[quote name='MNNikeGuy' timestamp='1352168595' post='5896863']
How long will the shafts be in the FW's and HYB's? If you set up to play the loft of a 5w wouldnt you want the shaft shorter?
[/quote]

The 3 wood is adjustable from 13-17*, so not 5 wood loft in there. I would imagine the 5 wood is 17-21* and has a shorter shaft but I'm just guessing.

[pga43]

[quote name='ladahl' timestamp='1352168782' post='5896889']
[quote name='MNNikeGuy' timestamp='1352168595' post='5896863']
How long will the shafts be in the FW's and HYB's? If you set up to play the loft of a 5w wouldnt you want the shaft shorter?
[/quote]

Great quetion....
[/quote]

There are two separate fairway woods. One is a 3 wood and the other is a 5 wood, so you could have a weaker lofted 3 wood at three wood length & a weaker lofted 5 wood at five wood length.


Greg

[DickieThon]

They look cool, but I don't really get it. Why do I need a driver I can turn into a 2 wood or a 3 hybrid that goes from 1 iron to 5 iron? It's innovative and all, but seems unnecessary to me.

[CG69's]

[quote name='Yepyukon' timestamp='1352169687' post='5896959']
[quote name='CG69's' timestamp='1352168543' post='5896857']
Forgive me if I missed it but will the Tour version be available in LH?
[/quote]

You would think since they can adjust the lofts from 8.5-12.5, it would be easy to manufacture left handed drivers. It might be a first for lefties to have the same options as their right handed counterparts.
[/quote]

I hope you're right. This one is on my list with the AMP Cell Pro and the R1.

[StarFleetGolfer]

http://instagr.am/p/Rqxtldli6L/

[secretmidam]

I'll give this a shot at the PGA Show. If it performs, I may put it in the bag after refinsishing the crown to Matte black, and removing the swoosh if possible. The sole however, is very clean and mean looking. Great job Nike.