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Customers most agreed on the following attributes:
from Charleston. West Virginia on 11/8/2008
I'm accurate with my clubs but have been distance deficient off the tee..The Callaway FT-5 Tour has added 20 yards to my drive. It's the right tool for my need. My fun quotient has gone up signficantly.
There is nothing better than finding the right tool at the right price that truly helps increase my pleasure. I call that a "sweet value".
from atlanta, ga on 11/7/2008
great product. far and straight.
from Orange County, CA on 11/3/2008
I've been playing Callaway woods for the last 13 years. From the Warbird to the GBB to Hawkeye VFT. The FT-5 is the best driver that I have owned. When I took out for the first time not only did I find the fairway it was also much longer. Never realized how much better golf is from the fairway. This club is a keeper.
from Woodland Hills CA on 10/29/2008
I recently bought the FT-5 13 degree loft to go with my 10 degree FT-3 Driver. I use it like a three wood (or, like I used to use a three wood) which makes it possible to work it a little better on holes that require a draw or on long Par 3's - the ball flight is high and carries like my 3 wood did when I was in my 40's - 20 years ago. The club is producing a really nice controlled draw or straight flight, excellent carry down wind and I recommend this club, especially if you are getting older and the holes are getting longer each year. The two drivers tactic is pretty nice, too - I hit the 10 degree into the wind and when I need a little more yardage. I might replace the FT-3 10 degree with an FT-5 10 degree draw, which I think will help me get the ball started on line, especially (if) when I swing harder. Got the Bassara shaft, which I like.
from Humble, Texas on 10/29/2008
using this driver for the first I was very pleased. My foursome took 3rd place in a tournament.
My second outing with this driver I had drive of 314 yards to cap the round.
from Lake Ariel, PA on 10/29/2008
Great off the Tee! Very Forgiving!
from Brisbane, Australia on 10/29/2008
It feels well balanced and generally gets me off the tee and in play
from san fransisco on 10/24/2008
I just got this last week ... have played 2 rounds at my home course. I had atleast 20 yrds more even on my miss hits when compared to R7's good hits.
I love the sound ... and the feel is great ...i can now easily tell how and where i hit the ball ... every hole i had to go further down the fairway, from where it would normally be with my R7, to find my ball ... buy it and hit it
from Spartanburg, SC on 10/23/2008
I've been using a Biggest Big Bertha Titanium for 5 or 6 years and was very pleased with it. I replaced it with the FT-5 and cannot believe the increased accuracy and distance. Yes, it's loud, but so is a Howitzer.
from Valdosta, GA on 10/22/2008
Just got it, and so far it is improving my driving accuracy and distance. I'm sure once I improve my overall swing, distance will get even better!
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from NY on 10/22/2008
The first time I used this club I was long and hit almost every fairway -- what else is there? A big improvement over my FT-3, which I always hit very well.
from Bowie, MD on 10/19/2008
This is a great driver as far as distance. I would suggest ensure you are aware of your swing speed before electing a shaft. The E-150 is a good shaft but is not as stiff as I had hoped. Otherwise, put this club in your bag for an added 15-20 yards off the tee!
from Fort Worth, Texas on 10/17/2008
My FT-3 seems to correct all my bad swings, and it goes just as far as the FT-5. Maybe the shaft or loft isn't right on the FT-5, but the FT-3, for me, has much more MOI. I intend to return my FT-5; I bought it without ever hitting one because of all the rave reviews. The blind faith didn't work.
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from Lake Tomahawk, Wisconsin on 10/16/2008
I traded in my old Callaway FT-3 driver for this newer FT-5, and couldn't be happier. I am hitting the ball farther and more accurately almost every time.
from Lexington, KY on 10/14/2008
The result is average.
from Fort Collins, CO on 10/9/2008
Purchased as upgrade to previous model and change of loft. Both needs accomplished. Impact sound is odd. Almost dead in character but the results are respectible.
I have been playing Golf over 40 years. This is the best driver hands down I have ever owned. Very solid. I try other drivers from time to time and this one just outperforms everything.
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from Detroit, MI on 10/5/2008
I upgraded from the FT-3, this driver is longer and straighter, just a perfect club for me.
from Flinders, Victoria, Australia on 10/4/2008
I have never picked up a Callaway club I couldn't hit, until recently when I got stung with a counterfeit. I should have stuck with Callaway preowned. Buyer beware!!!
from Alexandria, VA on 10/2/2008
great driver! increased my distance.
from Toulouse, France on 9/29/2008
I have upgraded from a Big Bertha Hawk Eye VFT. I drive the same distance but I now very rarely miss the fairway. I feel much more confident at address and my game has significantly improved.
from Little Rock, AR on 9/28/2008
This is the longest driver I have ever hit. It is so long and forgiving.
from Bakersfield CA on 9/26/2008
I use this club on all driving holes and the contact is very solid. No bad remarks
from Santa Barbara, CA on 9/24/2008
Inreased my drive distance 10 - 15 yds. Increased my drive accuracy 50%. Look out narrow par 4's no more 3 wood!
from Springfield, IL on 9/24/2008
Purchased this driver after hitting it at a demo
at a driving range. The feel and comfort of using this club makes me feel more in control on the tee box.
from Keystone Heights Florida on 9/22/2008
This is a good driver for someone who put a premium on fairway hit, you will probably loose 20 to 30 yard distance but the club is very forgiving
from Santa Clara, CA on 9/22/2008
Great product but also great service from Callaway.com--simple process to purchase, product arrived in great condition (as advertised) and without any hitch or delay. Will order again in heartbeat!
from Salt Lake City, UT on 9/21/2008
I love the FT-5. Hit it one club further bthan my prvious X Callaway. Very forgiving. I'm definately hitting more fairways and carry hazards.
from Glen Rock, NJ on 9/17/2008
Great club! Increased distance without sacrificing accuracy.
from Helsinki, Finland on 9/16/2008
Just what i want
from Huntington Beach, CA on 9/13/2008
This club is everything that Callaway says it it.
Have played Callaway for years from the early Big Berthas thru the Titaniums and the FT-i. I can work the FT-5 better than all of them.
from Salem, OR. on 9/13/2008
Have owned callaway clubs and driver since mid 90's. This is by far the longest and straightest diver I have ever owned. A good drive is 220 to 230 yards and down the middle. Not bad for a 66 year old with a 18 handicap. Callaway can't get any better but they keep improving their products. Keep up the good work.
from Hilton Head SC on 9/12/2008
Great product, long accurate distance of the tee.
from Augusta, GA on 9/11/2008
Very forgiving makes it easy to use. It does what it says : draw biased. Distance is long since the ball seems to never stop rolling after landing in 200-225 m zone.
from Lake Stevens ,WA. on 9/11/2008
This driver has the exact ball flight I need to hit the faiways more consistently,thus more greens in regulation which means more birdie chances.
from wilmington, ohio on 9/4/2008
taking the work out of hitting fairways, carrying the ball 240-250 instead of 210-230. callaway is the leader in golf clubs, irons and woods. their equipment can help you keep your game longer and better
from Fairfield, CA on 9/3/2008
The sound is not a plus for me.
The performance is similar to the FT-3
from NJ on 9/3/2008
The FT-5 is surprisingly longer & more accurate than the FT-3 than I would have thought. I have both gained yardage and accuracy and hitting second shots from the fairway clearly improves your iron game and score!
from morristown tn. on 9/2/2008
Is good driver. Went to local pro shop and got fit he said i need draw face,i have know idea why so i ordered one from callaway preowned and got it and to no prevail i hooked the blank out of it. i started out some 30 yards out to right and still couldnt find the fairway. not a bad product bad advice mostly. but i sent it back and got a hyperx this is the bomb driver...
from Vienna, VA on 9/1/2008
pick one up and you'll instantly increase you confidence. you'll know it gives you more game, and the edge you need to score
A good looking club that has a very distintive sound off the tee. Everybody wants to hit my driver and they all want one.
the tour version helped me work the ball where i wanted it to go. much better than my tourburner. did not add any distance
from Syracuse, NY on 8/25/2008
I feel great rapport with the FT-5 and have great confidence that I can execute the drive I need to make!
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from Sacramento on 8/21/2008
I tried both the FT-i and the FT-5. For me the FT-5 was longer and more forgiving. I really like this driver.
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from Los Angeles, CA on 8/21/2008
This is, in my opinion, a better driver than FT-i. Good balance and accurate.
from West Hartford, CT on 8/18/2008
I have previously used the Taylormade R7 and the Callaway FT-i (among others) and would hit a big fade/slice with both. With this club I am long and straight consistently with off center hits still going up to 250 yards. The club has a very nice weight to it and a good balanced feel. Best driver I have ever hit
from Houston, TX on 8/17/2008
Great club off the tee!
from Needham, MA on 8/15/2008
This club is long off the tee when you hit it on the screws (as long or maybe a bit longer than my old BB 454 Titanium). But the huge difference is when you miss the sweet spot. The MOI/resistance to twisting isn't a lie. Toe it with a slice swing, and this club is just off the fairway instead of deep in the trees. Note: you lose considerable distance on mishits, but what you lose in yardage you more than make up for in accuracy.
from BALTIMORE. MD on 8/15/2008
SINCE I HAVE PURCHASED THE DRIVER, MY DRIVES HAVE BEEN LONG AND STRAIGHT. IT AMAZES EVERYONE I PLAY WITH ON A REGULAR BASIS AS WELL AS MYSELF.
from jackson NJ on 8/15/2008
Driving off tee. Better control and distance than my big bertha 454. Dives are longer and straighter
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from Reston, VA on 8/14/2008
I played with all the Callaway driver and this is the best! I went from FT-3 (Aldla NVS-55 Stiff 9 degree draw) which I loved due to ease of use and distance but the FT-5 (Aldla NVS-65 Stiff 9 degree draw) is even easier to use and its longer by at least 10 yards! I avg 250 yard with FT-3 all carry and now its 260 yrs plus with FT-5. Buy this driver, its long and straight!
Hits straight even on mishits, great swwe spot
from Statesb oro, GA on 8/14/2008
I love the feel and set up of this driver. This driver has helped me to eliminate the dreaded slice from the tee box. I bought the draw version and while I rarely hit a draw with it, I at least hit it straight. The sound of the ball off the club takes some getting use to but distance off the tee has improved about 15 yards.
Just a great driver
Has added 10-20 yards off the tee
Bottom line: The best driver I have owned! Traded in my Cleaveland and went with the 11 degree draw; min 30 yards longer and kept it straight!
Longer and straighter
Shipment arrived on time and pre-owned driver, said to be "like new" looked brand new, as if it had never been hit.
I am able to play with more confidence and on tighter courses.
[...] I found the condition of this 'used' golf club to be well above the 'average' rating it was given. But best of all, it works just as advertised ... I'm hitting longer straighter drives more consistently than ever before. Pounding balls well past the 250 yard marker on the driving range is almost as much fun as hitting balls within short pitching wedge range on par 4's. Lovin' it!
from Bristol, TN on 8/5/2008
Straight off the tee, don't get into jail on many tee shots
I now have great confident when I step up to the first tee! The FT-5 a loughs me to hit the ball further than any club ever hit!
from Houston, TX on 8/3/2008
I finally found a driver I will keep. Tried Big Bertha, R5, and FT-i. This one is straight and long. I am hitting an average of 8 more fairways per round. I am hitting drives at least 50 yds further. Love the feel through the swing.
It goes great off a high tee, well forward in your stance. Even those that don't get the sweet spot fly long and high.
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Have constantly fought a fade, I am hitting it straight and often with a slight draw now.
from Blairgowrie, Scotland on 7/29/2008
I played the FT-3 Tour for a long time until at a social outing I tried a friends FT-5, one hit was all it took, I had an FT-5 Tour ordered from this site within 48hrs!
The FT-5 is instantly much more forgiving and launches higher, this higher ball flight provides more distance and the superb forgiveness provides much greater accuracy.
I have tried most of the other 'Big Dawgs' in the market today and I have yet to find anything which compares to the overall performance of the FT-5.
Awesome Club, Well Done Callaway!
i just did not like the way it hit or sounded.if i hit it on the sweet spot it had a different sound.i found myself waiting for that sound.
from Alliance, Ohio on 7/25/2008
Great distance and accuracy
Distance is great. Still getting use to the club. It's my first draw club so I'm working the kinks out of my swing.
from Genova, Italy on 7/24/2008
I bought it one month ago and increased immediately my accuracy. Great feel compared to my old one (Cobra SZ400). Simply the best one I have ever tried.
Now I can get the most of fairways,what was a dream before.