Cobra Golf launch new DS-ADAPT family

COBRA Golf have launched its new family of DARKSPEED (DS) ADAPT drivers, fairways, hybrids and irons. The DS-ADAPT drivers feature FUTUREFIT33™, EXTREME AERO SHAPING, ADAPTIVE WEIGHTING, and H.O.T. Face™ Technology, in four models – DS-ADAPT LS, DS-ADAPT X, DS-ADAPT MAX-K, and DS-ADAPT MAX-D.

The new DS-ADAPT driver family features COBRA’s new game changing FUTUREFIT33 ADJUSTABLE HOSEL SYSTEM, which is the most significant and innovative metalwood fitting technology to date. The system allows for 33 unique loft and lie settings that can be adjusted independently for the first time in a COBRA driver, unlocking an unprecedented number of fitting options.

All 33 settings can be accessed quickly and easily on the spot, allowing fitters and golfers the opportunity to make desired adjustments in a studio, at home, or on the range. COBRA’s SMARTPAD® TECHNOLOGY, an innovative sole geometry design, ensures the clubface remains square at address regardless of the loft or lie setting.

“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.”

Other DS-ADAPT Driver features

All four of the new DS-ADAPT drivers also feature PROGRESSIVE AERO shaping to reduce drag and increase club and ball speed, and each model features discrete shaping to tune performance for specific player types. The DS-ADAPT LS is designed for faster swingers who require reduced spin rates and enhanced shot-shaping control. The LS model features the most advanced aero through its raised rear aft, highest crown peak, new heel aero shaping, and compact address profile (445cc). The DS-ADAPT X is designed to fit a wide range of handicaps and skill levels and features a traditional profile (460 cc) and balanced front/back weighting that delivers the ultimate combination of speed and forgiveness.  The DS-ADAPT MAX-K is the newest addition to COBRA’s lineup and boasts an incredibly high 10K MOI, delivering extreme forgiveness and consistency. The MAX-K features a slight oversize profile (460cc), and the highest MOI of the four DS-ADAPT models. For golfers that want exceptional forgiveness and draw bias performance without sacrificing speed, the DS-ADAPT MAX-D fits the bill with a slightly oversize shape (460cc), and low, heel-biased CG for slice correcting performance.  

To optimise performance for individual player types, each of the new DS-ADAPT drivers features an internal ADAPTIVE WEIGHTING system utilizing an advanced version of COBRA’s signature PWR-BRIDGE weight that is tailored for each loft and model.

In addition to the internal ADAPTIVE WEIGHTING system, the LS and X drivers also feature external, moveable weights that allow golfers to tune their driver to adjust forgiveness, launch angle, and spin. The MAX-K model features a 10g fixed weight in the rear of the clubhead to create the highest MOI possible, while the MAX-D features a 10g fixed weight in the heel area of the clubhead to promote a draw bias.

All four new DS-ADAPT drivers feature a multi-material construction with lightweight carbon crown and sole and lightweight titanium frame for enhanced weight distribution and stability. A larger forged faceinsert with H.O.T. Face Technology delivers a higher CT around the center of the hitting area for more robust distance and ball speeds, particularly on off-center strikes.

The DS-ADAPT family of drivers (£469 each) are available in the following specifications:

DS-ADAPT Driver Specifications

DS-ADAPT LS Driver Specifications:

The DS-ADAPT LS comes in RH/LH (*LH available in stock Denali Black 60 (S) with all other shafts custom) with a choice of three premium aftermarket shafts in select flexes including: True Temper Denali Black 60 (S); True Temper Denali Blue 60 (R and S), and Fujikura Pro Black 60 (S and X). Lamkin® Crossline grips (50g) come standard. 

DS-ADAPT X Driver Specifications:

The DS-ADAPT X Driver comes in RH/LH (*LH available in stock Denali Blue 60, (R and S), with all other shafts custom) with a choice of five premium aftermarket shafts in select flexes including: True Temper Denali Black 60 (S and X); True Temper Denali Blue 60 (R and S); True Temper Denali Red 50 (A); Fujikura Pro Black 60 (S); MCA Tensei AV Blue 60 (R). Lamkin Crossline grips (50g) come standard. 

DS-ADAPT MAX-K Driver Specifications:

The DS-ADAPT MAX-K Driver comes in RH/LH (*LH available in stock Denali Blue 60, (R and S) with all other shafts custom) with a choice of four premium aftermarket shafts in select flexes: 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). Lamkin Crossline grips (50g) come standard.    

DS-ADAPT MAX-D Driver Specifications:

The DS-ADAPT MAX-D Driver comes in RH/LH (*LH available in stock Denali Red 50 (R) with all other shafts custom) with a choice of two premium aftermarket shafts in select flexes: True Temper Denali Red 50 (A, R, S); MCA Vanquish 40 (R). Lamkin Crossline grips (50g) come standard.   

DS-ADAPT Women's specific drivers

There are also women's specific versions of the DS-ADAPT MAX-K and MAX-D Drivers which feature a black gloss crown and sole with champagne gold colour accents.

DS-ADAPT MAX-K Women’s Driver Specifications:

DS-ADAPT MAX-D Women’s Driver Specifications:

The DS-ADAPT MAX-K and MAX-D Women’s Drivers come in right hand and left hand (The MAX-D left hand is available in custom only) with an aftermarket UST Helium Nanocore (43g) shaft in Ladies flex. An undersize Lamkin Crossline grip (45g) comes standard.

DS-ADAPT Fairways

Also in the DS-ADAPT lineup are the fairway metals featuring the same innovative technologies as the drivers, including FUTUREFIT33, ADAPTIVE WEIGHTING with updated PWR-BRIDGE technology, H.O.T. FACE, and CARBON FIBER CROWN. The new DS-ADAPT fairway metals are also available in three models (LS, X, and MAX) to fit the full spectrum of golfers. Details of the three new models:

DS-ADAPT LS Titanium Fairway (£349) – The new LS is designed to provide the lowest spin and fastest speed in the DS-ADAPT lineup.  A titanium body is paired with a lightweight carbon fibre crown for significant weight savings to allow for 60g of tungsten (34g of internal tungsten and two 13g external weights) positioned low and forward to yield lower spin and the fastest ball speed of the 3 models.  A larger and thinner titanium face insert is optimised with variable thickness H.O.T. Face Technology for improved launch and faster ball speeds on off-centre strikes. The LS is built with the deepest face of the three new DS-ADAPT fairways and features FUTUREFIT33 Technology, providing 33 loft and lie combinations for maximized ball flight tuning for the perfect fit. Each fairway features SMARTPAD technology to keep the clubface square at address regardless of loft or lie settings. The LS is available in 3W (14.5 ^o), 3HF (16 ^o), and 5W (17.5 ^o) models and comes standard with True Temper Denali Black 60 shaft (X, S) and Lamkin Crossline grip.

DS-ADAPT X Fairway (£289) – The DS-ADAPT X provides the best combination of fast speed and forgiveness of the three new fairway models. The X model utilises a mid to forward positioned PWR-BRIDGE to reduce spin while also allowing for enhanced playability and high launch.  The shape of the X model is slightly shallower than the LS to promote higher launch and slightly more spin and is available in 3W (15.0 ^o), 3HF (16.5 ^o), 5W (18 ^o), and 7W (21 ^o), with the choice of True Temper Denali Red 50 (A flex) or True Temper Denali Blue 60 shafts (R and S flex).

DS-ADAPT MAX Fairway (£289) – The MAX is designed to provide the most forgiveness with draw bias in the DS-ADAPT fairway line and features two discrete moveable weights.  Position the heavier weight in the back for added stability or in the heel for added slice correction. The MAX fairway is designed with the shallowest face of the three models to promote higher launch and increased forgiveness, and is available in 3W (15.5 ^o), 5W (18.5 ^o), 7W (21.5 ^o), and 9W (24.5^o) with True Temper Denali Red 50 shaft (S, R, A).

The DS-ADAPT MAX is also available in a women’s model in 3W (18.5^o), 5W (21.5^o), and 7W (24.5 ^o) with UST Helium Nanocore (43g) shaft in Ladies flex and an undersize Lamkin Crossline grip (45g).

DS-ADAPT Hybrids

DS-ADAPT hybrids (£249 MSRP each) fill out COBRA’s collection of new metalwood offerings and feature ADAPTIVE WEIGHTING for low and forward CG placement, H.O.T. FACE Technology for added speed and launch, a slightly larger footprint than previous gen DARKSPEED for increased forgiveness and consistency, and new FUTUREFIT33 Technology for industry-leading fitting options. The DS-ADAPT Hybrids are available in 2H (17 ^o), 3H (19 ^o), 4H (21 ^o), 5H (24 ^o), and 6H (28 ^o) with KBS PG HYBRID graphite shafts in 85 (S), 75 (R), and 65 (A) flexes. A DS-ADAPT Women’s Hybrid is also available in 4H (21 ^o), 5H (24 ^o), 6H (28 ^o), and 7H (31 ^o) with KBS PG Hybrid 55 (L) flex graphite shafts.

COBRA Golf, a leader in golf club innovation, today introduced the new DS-ADAPT Irons, designed to provide the ultimate combination of speed, distance, and forgiveness. The new irons are available in three models: standard, MAX, and MAX women’s versions, each of which feature a new 360 SPEEDSHELL design, COBRA’s H.O.T. face (Highly Optimized Topology) technology, updated PWR-BRIDGE weighting, and internal FOAM MICROSPHERES for improved sound and feel.  

DS-ADAPT irons

The DS-ADAPT and DS-ADAPT MAX irons are each designed with game-improving constructions and technologies to improve performance for golfers ranging from mid to high-handicaps.  The two models feature tailored shapes and loft configurations to expand fitting options and provide a better ability to dial in launch windows for golfers of varying abilities.  Both models feature the same core technologies that include a hollow body construction for increased speed and launch through improved flexibility of the body and face.  The hollow cavity is filled with soft and lightweight foam microspheres to create an appealing sound and feel, even on off-center strikes. In addition, the weight savings gained from the hollow construction is repositioned in the PWR-BRIDGE weighting system, lowering the CG to create the perfect blend of distance and high launch.

To further increase distance, the hollow body design of the DS-ADAPT irons is paired with a new 360 SPEEDSHELL face, COBRA’s largest face cup design to date.  The expanded insert now extends across the entire toe and sole area of the clubface and features an extended internal Speed Channel for improved face flex.  When combined with COBRA’s proprietary H.O.T. face (Highly Optimized Topology) technology, testing results showed a 23% increase in face flex at impact to produce more speed, higher launch, and more distance.

The new DS-ADAPT MAX irons are new to COBRA’s game-improvement iron lineup and offer a more forgiving option tailored to higher handicap players.  Featuring the same innovative technologies as the standard model, the DS-ADAPT MAX irons are equipped with a slightly more oversized, high MOI shape (longer blade, thicker topline, and more offset) while maintaining an appealing address profile.  The MAX model is designed with 2-degree weaker lofts and a wider sole than the standard model to promote effortless launch for players with moderate swing speed looking to maximize carry distance and stopping power.  The additional offset featured in the MAX iron also helps promote a straighter ball flight for players who struggle with a slice.  When tested against the standard DS-ADAPT irons, the MAX model produced approximately 1.6° higher launch, 550 rpm more spin, 2.4 yards higher peak trajectory, 2° steeper descent angles, and 8 more yards of draw bias.

Both the DS-ADAPT and DS-ADAPT MAX irons (£799 steel, £899 graphite) are available in a 4-SW and 5-GW iron set comps with the choice of KBS Tour Lite steel shafts (S, R) or KBS PGI graphite shafts (S, R, A). The new DS-ADAPT MAX Irons are also available in a lightweight Women’s model (£769 graphite)  6-PW, SW in RH featuring the same ultra-game improvement technologies as the men’s MAX but paired with a lightweight, women’s flex aftermarket KBS PGI graphite shaft to promote easy launch and increased speed for longer carry and total distance.

The DS-ADAPT family of products will be available for fitting and pre-sale on December 19, 2024 for European Regions, and will be available at retail and online on January 17, 2025 for European Regions. For more information, visit www.cobragolf.com/en-uk.