TaylorMade 09 Burner vs. 07 Burner vs. R9 460 Drivers

[NO HYPE]

The 09 burner and the R9 460 drivers are both $200.

the 09 burner is $150


which one is the better choice?


people have told me that i couldn't go wrong with either, but i'd like to get other opinions.

thanks

[Beantown Beancounter]

I have both the R9 460 and the '09 Burner. I am currently on the honeymoon with the R9, loving the adjustability of the club, and it seems to have a bit more of a classic looking head as opposed to the '09. The '09 Burner is great too, but I couldn't get used to the longer shaft and weight of it (obviously something I can change). But I am really into the fact that I have the ability to tinker with the R9, which appeals to me...

[plark]

I personally like the feel of the 09 burner, but I only tried it a few times at a club as a demo.

[ryanf]

I recently bought the 07 burner after hitting it, the 09 burner and the r9 460. It was simply a matter of how consistently I hit the ball with the different clubs. I tested different loft and shaft combos on each and the best for me was the 07. Get which feels and performs best for you - that will often be the latest, but doesn't have to be.

[Comeback City]

The 07 Burner's on sale for $99 at GPPGOLF.com

[Saig55]

07 Burner for me...

[Dub]

I said '07 Burner because I've demoed both this one and the '09 Burner.


My father is loving the '07 driver and 3 wood.

I am intrigued by the R9 460. Being a tall player, the upright adjustability seems good in theory. I may give one a whirl if my home course gets some demo versions.

[lumpuckeroo]

I play the 07, demo'd the 09 and R9 460, but still liked mine better.

[NO HYPE]

The 07 Burner's on sale for $99 at GPPGOLF.com

I saw that. Right now its between the 07 burner and the R9 460. Is the R9 460 worth twice as much as the 07 burner?

[ToddziLLa]

Good thread, would love to see more thoughts on this. I currently hit the '07 Burner which I love, but the adjustability and price of the R9 460 does appeal to me. I hit the R9 460 at Golf Galaxy but couldn't get a good feel for it when the ball only travels 15 feet in front of you.

My buddy hits the '09 Burner and KILLS it, but he kills everything, lol.

I'm thinking the R9 460 will be a good investment, especially as I develop my swing.

[Elvisliveson]

I voted other for the Tour Burner.

[Dub]

Funny...the difference one day makes.

I went into the shop on my way to the course and looked around. With a bit of mild haggling I walked away with a new R9 460....had to have them install a larger grip. The stock grip is tiny.

Went to the course and played nine holes with my son....going back today, I hope.

I split a good number of fairways and distance was on par with my previous driver...however I didn't go after anything....just getting acclimated to it.

I left it in the 'neutral' setting.

I may experiment more today.


I also demoed a R9 3wood set 'upright neutral'. One two par 5's I was in great shape off the tee and then in super position after the 3 wood....leaving short wedge shots for birdie attempts.


I bought the driver and want to demo the 3 wood some more.

[NO HYPE]

Bought the 07 burner because it just doesn't seem like the r9 460 is really worth twice as much.