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Cobra announces DS-Adapt drivers with centerpiece FutureFit33 hosel technology
Spotted on the PGA Tour at the Shriners Children’s Open, Cobra today announced its new DS-Adapt family of drivers is heading to retail.
What the company is calling its “fastest, most fittable metalwoods to date” will be available in four models: DS-Adapt LS, DS-Adapt X, DS-Adapt Max-K, and DS-Adapt Max-D.
Cobra DS-Adapt drivers: What’s new, key technology
FutureFit33 adjustable hosel system
No doubt the centerpiece of Cobra’s new drivers is the hosel technology — and the adjustability therein. What Cobra calls its FutureFit33 Adjustable Hosel System, the technology allows for 33 unique loft and lie settings, which can be adjusted independently. Music to the ears of ever-tinkering GolfWRXers!
“FutureFit33 is a true breakthrough in metalwood fitting,” said Jose Miraflor, VP of Product Architecture and Consumer Connections at Cobra Puma Golf. “Never before has any hosel system provided 33 unique loft and lie settings that can be adjusted so quickly and easily. 33 settings is more than four times our previous hosel system and more than double our nearest competitor.”
Per Cobra, all 33 settings can be quickly and easily adjusted, and the company’s sole geometry — SmartPad Technology — maintains a square clubface at address in all settings.
Progressive Aero shaping
Building off the original Darkspeed driver designs, Cobra again employs Progressive Aero shaping uniquely across the family.
For the DS-Adapt LS, the most dramatic shaping is employed in the form crown height, a raised rear aft, and heel aero shaping. Additionally, at 445cc, the profile is more compact.
In the 460cc DS-Adapt X, weight is balanced between the front and back of the driver head in a traditional profile for a blend of forgiveness and speed.
The DS-Adapt Max-K is Cobra’s foray into the ultra-forgiving 10K MOI space. Not surprisingly, the club’s stretched 460cc profile is the largest in the lineup.
Cobra’s draw-biased offering, the DS-Adapt Max-D, is designed with a low, heel-biased CG (center of gravity).
Adaptive Weighting
Working in concert with the Progressive Aero shaping is Cobra’s Adaptive Weighting system, which relies on the latest iteration of the company’s PWR-Bridge weight — uniquely designed for each model and loft.
Weight details for each model, per Cobra, are below.
“In the LS, the 9-degree clubhead features a redesigned, slightly curved PWR-BRIDGE weight positioned low and as forward as possible for low spin and maximum ball speed. The 10.5-degree LS features no PWR-BRIDGE and repositions the discretionary weight to move the CG slightly back for a bit more spin and higher launch, allowing for a more playable version of the low-spinning LS model.
“Similarly, the DS-ADAPT X 9-degree clubhead features a forward PWR-BRIDGE weight for reduced spin and speed, while the 10.5-degree features no PWR-BRIDGE, with discretionary weight moved to the back for added launch and forgiveness.
“The DS-ADAPT MAX-K features all discretionary weight in the back of the clubhead, maximizing forgiveness and consistency.
“The MAX-D models are designed with all discretionary weight in the heel for increased slice correction and exceptional stability.”
External weights
- DS-Adapt LS and DS-Adapt X drivers feature moveable exdternal weights as well.
- LS: Three weight ports. Two front, one back. Two 3-gram weights. One 10-gram weight.
X: One back weight. One front weight.
Max-K has a 10-gram fixed weight in the rear of the club for maximum MOI. Max-D has a 10-gram fixed weight in the heel for maximum draw bias.
With the DS-Adapt drivers, Cobra also serves up a lightweight carbon crown, lightweight titanium frame, and a larger forged face insert with H.O.T. Face Technology across the lineup.
Pricing, specs, availability
Cobra DS-Adapt LS
| Model | FUTUREFIT33 Loft Settings | FUTUREFIT33 Lie Settings |
| 9° Driver | +/- 2 degrees (7° – 11°) | 55.0° – 59.0° (57.0° STD lie) |
| 10.5° Driver | +/- 2 degrees (8.5° – 12.5°) | 55.0° – 59.0° (57.0° STD lie) |
Shaft options: Project X Denali Black 60 S, Project X Denali Blue 60 R, S, Fujikura Pro Black 60 S, X
Stock grips: Lamkin Crossline
Cobra DS-Adapt X
| Model | FUTUREFIT33 Loft Settings | FUTUREFIT33 Lie Settings |
| 9° Driver | +/- 2 degrees (7° – 11°) | 55.0° – 59.0° (57.0° STD lie) |
| 10.5° Driver | +/- 2 degrees (8.5° – 12.5°) | 56.0° – 60.0° (58.0° STD lie) |
Shaft options: Project X Denali Black 60 S, X), Project X Denali Blue 60 (R, S); Project X Denali Red 50 A; Fujikura Pro Black 60 S; Mitsubishi Tensei AV Blue 60 R
Stock grips: Lamkin Crossline
Cobra DS-Adapt Max-K
| Model | FUTUREFIT33 Loft Settings | FUTUREFIT33 Lie Settings |
| 9.0° Driver | +/- 2 degrees (7° – 11°) | 56.0° – 60.0° (58.0° STD lie) |
| 10.5° Driver | +/- 2 degrees (8.5° – 12.5°) | 57.0° – 61.0° (59.0° STD lie) |
| 12.0° Driver | +/- 2 degrees (10° – 14°) | 57.0° – 61.0° (59.0° STD lie) |
Shaft options: True Temper Denali Black 60 (S); MCA Tensei AV Blue 60 (S); True Temper Denali Blue 60 (R, S, X); True Temper Denali Red 50 (R, A)
Stock grips: Lamkin Crossline
Cobra DS-Adapt Max-D
| Model | FUTUREFIT33 Loft Settings | FUTUREFIT33 Lie Settings |
| 10.5° Driver | +/- 2 degrees (8.5° – 12.5°) | 59.0° – 63.0° (61.0° STD lie) |
| 12.0° Driver | +/- 2 degrees (10° – 14°) | 59.0° – 63.0° (61.0° STD lie) |
Shaft options: Project X Denali Red 50 (A, R, S), Mitsubishi Vanquish 40 R
Stock grips: Lamkin Crossline
DS-Adapt Max-K and Max-D drivers will also be available in a (black gloss crown, champagne gold accents) women’s edition ($549).
Price: $549
Pre-sale: 12/12
At retail: 1/10
Cameron Young’s WITB from his win at the 2025 Wyndham Championship. Cameron is a Titleist staff player but his bag is definitely filled with some unique clubs. Here are the clubs he used to secure his first PGA Tour win!
Driver: Titleist GT2 (9 degrees, A1 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Tensei 1K Pro Orange 70 TX
3-wood: Titleist GT3 (15 degrees)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Tensei 1K White 80 TX
Hybrid: Titleist GT2 (21 degrees)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus HB Black VeloCore+ 10 X
Irons: Titleist T200 (4), Titleist T100 (5), Titleist 631.CY Prototype (6-9)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold X7 (4-9)
Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM10 (48-10F, 52-12F, 56-14F @57), WedgeWorks (60-K* @62)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold X7
Putter: Scotty Cameron Phantom 9.5 Tour Prototype
Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet Cord
Ball: Titleist Pro V1x Prototype
- Peter Malnati what’s in the bag accurate as of the Wyndham Championship. More photos from the event here.
Driver: Titleist GT3 (10 degrees, C2 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Project X Denali Blue 60 TX
3-wood: Titleist GT3 (15 degrees, A1 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus TR Blue 7 X
7-wood: Titleist GT2 (21 degrees, D1 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus TR Blue 8 X
Irons: Titleist T150 (4, 5), Titleist T100 (6-9)
Shafts: True Temper AMT Tour White X100
Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM10 (48-10F @47, 52-12F, 56-08M @57, 60-04T @62)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400
Putter: Scotty Cameron Studio Style Fastback 1.5 Tour Prototype
Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet
Ball: Titleist Pro V1x Yellow
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What is the best driver in 2025? At GolfWRX, we take great pride in our online community and the cumulative knowledge and experience of our members. When it comes to the best driver of 2025, we want to know what our forum faithful think.
Since our founding in 2005, the bedrock of GolfWRX.com has been the community of passionate and knowledgeable golfers in our forums, and we put endless trust in the opinions of our GolfWRX members — the most knowledgeable community of golfers on the internet. No other group of golfers in the world tests golf clubs as frequently or as extensively, nor is armed with such in-depth information about the latest technology.
Below are the results of GolfWRX member voting for the 2025 best driver, along with the vote percentage for each club.
Best driver of 2025: The top 5
5. Callaway Elyte Triple Diamond: 6.02%
Callaway’s pitch: “For golfers looking for a fast, forgiving, yet workable driver, the Elyte Triple Diamond features a tour-inspired shape and is the preferred model by most Callaway tour players.”
You can read what other golfers are saying about the driver in the GolfWRX forums, and see our launch piece here. Shop the Callaway Elyte Triple Diamond here.
4. Ping G440 Max: 6.86%
Ping’s pitch: “The most forgiving G440 model, MAX has a hotter face to generate speed and distance, and a lighter overall system weight with a longer shaft (46″) for faster clubhead speed, higher launch and longer carries. The Free Hosel and Carbonfly Wrap crown save weight to create our lowest CG ever and increase forgiveness while contributing to a more muted, pleasing sound.”
You can read what other golfers are saying about the driver in the GolfWRX forums, and see our launch piece here. Shop the Ping G440 Max here.
3. Ping G440 LST: 9.53%
Ping’s pitch: “LST is an especially good fit for faster swings, offering less spin and more control with a penetrating trajectory. A hotter face, lighter overall system weight and longer shaft (46″) deliver more speed and distance while maintaining tight dispersion.”
@phizzy30: “Not a fan of Ping drivers in general, but 440 LST takes the cake. It’s super forgiving across the face for a low spin head, looks and sounds good and the ability to make it play neutral or slightly fade biased through the hosel settings is very appealing.”
You can read what other golfers are saying about the driver in the GolfWRX forums, and see our launch piece here. Shop the Ping G440 LST here.
2. Titleist GT3: 16.55%
Titleist’s pitch: “The GT3 Driver offers Titleist’s boldest combination of power and personalization through adjustable performance. Dial in the CG Track to your frequent contact location to make your biggest drives even bigger while taking total control over flight and shaping.”
@mrmikeac: “I’ve been Anti-Titleist for years and years and years (outside of Vokey, of course). With that being said, HOLY BEGEEZUS the GT3 driver is an absolute NUCLEAR MONSTER! This thing blew my G430 10K Max out of the water in every single category. Forgiveness is the biggest thing that stands out of me, the 3 model has always been one of the less forgiving models in the past but this GT3 can take bad shot after bad shot and still end up in the fairway, I think a ton of that has to do with the adjustability, it’s actually effective. Feel and sound is perfect, that solid crack is so addicting to hear and when you hit it out the screws this thing can absolutely bomb it. Titleist, I’m sorry for doubting you. You have converted me.”
You can read what other golfers are saying about the driver in the GolfWRX forums, and see our launch piece here. Shop the Titleist GT3 here.
1. Titleist GT2: 22.91%
Titleist’s pitch: “Delivering impressive distance from any impact point, the Titleist GT2 Driver extracts maximum performance through a forgiving design. Get the stability and added confidence of a high-MOI driver without sacrificing speed.”
@DTorres: “The Titleist GT2 has proven to be the best driver of the year. Packaged in a classic profile, GT2 perfectly balances performance and forgiveness while consistently being a high performer across all categories.”
You can read what other golfers are saying about the driver in the GolfWRX forums, and see our launch piece here. Shop the Titleist GT2 here.
Other drivers receiving >2% of the vote
| Driver | Vote percentage (%) |
|---|---|
| Cobra DS Adapt Max K | 4.85% |
| Ping G430 Max 10K | 3.85% |
| Callaway Elyte Triple Diamond | 3.68% |
| TaylorMade Qi35 | 3.51% |
| Callaway Elyte | 3.18% |
| Cobra DS Adapt X | 2.34% |
| Cobra DS Adapt LS | 2.17% |
| TaylorMade Qi35 LS | 2.17% |
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D Gillis
Dec 12, 2024 at 11:10 am
I guess you’ll have to have an engineering degree from MIT to even swing this new driver!
Looks great though.