In our latest Rankmark test, we started with 22 different models of Fairway Woods (click here for the list of manufacturers). We used over 300 golfers of various skill levels to test each club.
After sampling all of the clubs, each tester was then asked to rate their top ten. We then counted all the votes and awarded the following top vote getters plus ties (within 5%) with the Rankmark "Best of the Best" award for excellence.
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Callaway Big Bertha II
Titanium construction delivers high ball speed off the face, with a compact shape and a square set-up to appeal to players of all abilities. Proprietary Hot-Face Technology allows face area to be made extremely thin without losing strength.
Big Bertha II
Ping G2
Deep face increases the effective hitting area while progressive groove pattern enhances the spin and lift characteristics. Variable width sole thickness moves weight away from the face for less spin and a higher launch angle.
G2
Sonartec SS-01
Driving Cavity on Sole allows for greater distance and control and a high, flat ball flight. Deeper Center of Gravity (CG) creates a penetrating ball flight with no balloon effect. Center of gravity is aligned with the ball at impact every time.
SS-01
Adams RPM
Designed with the same technology as the Redline RPM Titanium Drivers, utilizing RePositioned Mass™ technology and xFace™ engineering. Plus, the combination of a deep face and lowest CG on the market makes them hotter and ideal for both the tee and fairway.
RPM
Cobra SZ
The SZ is for "Sweet Zone", which refers to an expanded, hotter club face. The SZ fairway wood design improves upon the hot points across the club face for greater carry distance and improved accuracy.
SZ
TaylorMade Rescue Mid
Long irons are the hardest clubs in the bag to hit well, which is why Taylor Made engineers created the Rescue Mid, a breakthrough utility club designed to be easy-to-hit while delivering long-iron distance.
Rescue Mid
Titleist 980F
Slightly lower launch & spin rate produces flatter trajectory to benefit stronger or higher ball speed players seeking trajectory control. Neutral weight bias results in a neutral flight tendency while the continuous sole radius improves playability and reduces ground interference.
980F
Cleveland Launcher Titanium
Larger head size of the new Launcher Titanium fairway wood produces greater distance and is more stable at impact than traditional sized fairway woods.
Launcher Titanium
MacGregor V-FOIL
Low-profile, perimeter weighted appearance suggests ease of getting the ball airborne, even from tight or uneven lies. Low center of gravity and V-FOIL technology delivers a combination of power, high launch and forgiveness.
V-FOIL
NOTE: All test results contain a 5% margin of error which could affect the final positioning of
clubs.
For additional information, click on the manufacturer's logo to access their website.
Callaway Big Bertha II
Titanium construction delivers high ball speed off the face, with a compact shape and a square set-up to appeal to players of all abilities. Proprietary Hot-Face Technology allows face area to be made extremely thin without losing strength.
Big Bertha II
Cobra SZ
The SZ is for "Sweet Zone", which refers to an expanded, hotter club face. The SZ fairway wood design improves upon the hot points across the club face for greater carry distance and improved accuracy
SZ
Sonartec NP99
The NP-99 is a hybrid of the SS-02 and the SS-03 resulting in extreme playability. The state-of-the-art design has weight concentrated in the rear of the sole plate for higher lift.
NP99
Adams Ovation
The Ovation Fairway Wood combines maximum performance with incredible forgiveness. Designed to be easy to hit, the stainless steel Ovation features a low center of gravity that makes it easy to get the ball in the air.
Ovation
Ping G2
Deep face increases the effective hitting area while progressive groove pattern enhances the spin and lift characteristics. Variable width sole thickness moves weight away from the face for less spin and a higher launch angle.
G2
Titleist 980F
Slightly lower launch & spin rate produces flatter trajectory to benefit stronger or higher ball speed players seeking trajectory control. Neutral weight bias results in a neutral flight tendency while the continuous sole radius improves playability and reduces ground interference.
980F
Wilson Staff FwC
The FwC series fairway woods feature a Nano Carbon crown combined with a 17-4 stainless steel body. This helps redistribute the weight to the sole for a significantly lower CG and higher ball flight.
FwC
Yonex Cyberstar Powerbrid
PowerBrid Technology creates synergy between a full graphite crown and a stainless steel body, optimizing all elements of ball flight. The result - higher and more penetrating launch angle, increased ball speed for more carry, and reduced spin rate for more roll.
Cyberstar Powerbrid
NOTE: All test results contain a 5% margin of error which could affect the final positioning of
clubs.
