TaylorMade SIM2 Fairway Wood Review

TaylorMade SIM2 Fairway Wood Review

TaylorMade’s fairway wood offerings have impressed in recent years and, with the SIM2, golfers have a trio of models to choose from depending on the type of performance they’re after.

Looks wise, behind the ball, golfers will be pleased to see that the visual elements from the SIM2 drivers carry over. The most notable aspect is the slim white strip at the front of the crown, which contrasts with the face to highlight the face angle arguably more vividly than the best fairway woods on the market.

The carbon fibre piece on the crown of the fairway wood is duller in colour, but still has that carbon fibre effect on show to bolster shelf appeal. The SIM2 fairway has actually been made a little smaller to suit the eye of the stronger player and it sits absolutely flush to the ground.

Finding the middle of the face and the first thing you notice is the driver-like feel. The golf balls shoots off like a rocket, fizzing through the air with penetration on a powerful flight that is likely to be higher than you were expecting. It had no problem in launching the ball from the deck, which certainly enhances the versatility.

In the case of SIM2, this is boosted further by the adjustable loft on the hosel, which goes some way to justifying the higher price tag versus the SIM2 Max model. The lower spin of the SIM2 by about 300 rpm versus the SIM2 Max meant the flight was a little stronger, but both models achieved the same average carry distance of 241 yards.

Given how far these clubs are able to propel the ball, you might find yourself playing a little more loft to create the ideal gapping between your driver and hybrid, which is no bad thing given the extra playability this affords.

In fact, just like the SIM2 drivers, forgiveness and accuracy levels have gone up a notch here, giving you the confidence to go after shots that have previously felt intimidating.

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