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Cleveland launches new AI-designed HiBore XL drivers

CLEVELAND GOLF has announced the return of one of its most iconic designs with the launch of the all-new HiBore XL Drivers, which will go on sale from December 6.

Utilising Artificial Intelligence, Cleveland has optimised the new design to create its unique triangular-shaped head, while enhancing forgiveness and maximising distance for the brand’s most forgiving driver ever.
Joe Miller, European Product Manager at Cleveland Golf, said: “As our R&D has developed hand in hand with advancements of our A.I. simulation capabilities, the realisation came that removing the constraints of a ‘traditional’ looking driver shape would allow for new and exciting performance opportunities.“By taking advantage of the unique HiBore philosophy of a performance first design, we were able to unlock levels of forgiveness and distance that weren’t possible before. But there is one key difference with the new model compared to that of the past – it also sounds great.”

The all-new HiBore XL Drivers feature a mould-breaking triangular chassis and sharp geometric angles, specifically engineered to optimise forgiveness, distance, and sound.

Leveraging A.I. simulation, Cleveland’s engineers narrowed the chassis to maintain the desired head volume, placed weight low and deep, and tapered the rear of the driver to create its defined shape and help support HiBore XL’s extra-large face.

Because of HiBore XL’s larger face profile, this translates into an expanded sweet spot for players with a 19% increase in size compared to the brand’s previous driver in the Launcher XL 2. As a result, off-centre hits are less penalising, while solid contact leads to improved ball speed, straighter ball flights, and longer drives.

ActivWing, a new technology for the brand, was placed at the heel of the crown to enhance consistency at impact. The airfoil design provides added stability in the downswing, leading to better downrange performance and distance consistency.

Tracing back to the original HiBore driver to now, most drivers include some form of internal ribbing to control their sound. For this generation, HiBore XL’s triangular footprint allows for an audibly optimised response. The increased stiffness in the sole and crown reduces vibration, resulting in an improved sound profile at impact.

HIBORE XL LITE
For golfers seeking to improve their slicing tendencies and increase clubhead speed, Cleveland Golf offers the HiBore XL Lite. Built with the same focused design and technological features as its counterpart, the HiBore XL Lite is an ultralight option with a slight draw bias.

The MainFrame XL in the lighter option optimises the balance of draw bias and forgiveness, maintaining MOI and ball speed benefits, even with concentrated weight in the heel.

ADJUSTABILITY
The HiBore XL Driver features a 12g adjustable weight at the rear of the club, allowing players to customise the swing weight according to their preference.

Additionally, both the HiBore XL and HiBore XL Lite come equipped with a new 1.5 degree adjustable hosel sleeve, providing even more options to fine-tune loft, face, and lie angles.

An 8g weight is tucked into the end of the shaft to counterbalance the club for more control without extra effort. The counterweight helps the club feel lighter on takeaway and stay stable through impact.

RRP: HiBore XL, HiBore XL Lite: £399

For more details on the new Cleveland Golf HiBore XL drivers, click here.