Speed equals distance. It’s as simple as that in the laws of physics that govern golf. This is the premise of the Cobra DARKSPEED drivers and fairway woods as ground- breaking aerodynamic shaping aims to propel the clubs into a new era.

As it seems to be the trend among club manufacturers this year, different models have been rolled out to match different kinds of players. Cobra has also bought into this by designing DARKSPEED drivers that feature aero shaping and tailored weight configurations to optimise performance for the target player for which they are designed.

The DARKSPEED LS (8, 9, 10.5 degrees loft) is aimed at the fastest swingers who need lower spin and more shot-shaping control, and is designed with the highest rear skirt height, a higher crown peak, and a more compact address profile. Within the LS family, COBRA also offers an eight-degree model, which is an evolution of a long drive prototype head used by Kyle Berkshire that features a visibly smaller and even more aerodynamic head shape, promising extreme speed for the most powerful players.

The DARKSPEED X (9.5, 10.5, 12 degrees loft) model, which is aimed at the widest range of players looking for a combination of exceptional ball speed and forgiveness, features a medium rear skirt height and streamlined shape. The DARKSPEED MAX (9.5, 10.5, 12 degrees loft) model, which is aimed at players who require the most forgiveness and/or a draw bias, features the lowest skirt height and the highest MOI of the three models. All three drivers feature Advance Aero Shaping that aims to reduce drag and enables golfers of all abilities to achieve the fastest speed possible.

The adjustable weighting system in the DARKSPEED drivers allows golfers to tune their driver to adjust forgiveness, launch angle, and spin. The LS model features three weight ports that house two 3g weights and one 12g weight; the X model features a back weight and a second front weight position allowing players to optimise ball flight. The MAX model features ports in the rear and heel of the sole. Players can position the 12g weight in the back for the highest MOI and forgiveness, or in the heel for the most draw bias.