While every facet of Callaway’s designs in recent years have been incredibly successful, when it comes to the Rogue/Mavrik release cycle, fairways have always managed to be true showstoppers. So, for those wondering if that trend might continue, you can sleep easy now because these Rogue fairways aren’t a watered down version of anything, these are fairways with all new tech in them…all three of them.
Callaway Rogue ST MAX Fairways
Yes, marketing is marketing, but according to the Callaway R&D team these are the fastest fairways that they have created to date, and it all has to do with the fact that it is totally different than anything they have ever done before.
It all starts with Jailbreak. Now, yes, you have heard that before, but really it truly does start there with the new Rogue line as this is an all new take with Jailbreak ST. You see, this is a truly unique variation on Jailbreak, and it is one of three different designs used in the Rogue lineup. Thanks to A.I. Optimization, Callaway looked for a better way. That way is actually placing two structures at the absolute heel and toe perimeter of the clubface to keep the vertical stiffness, but totally free up the Face Cup to work without constraint. Translation? Same stability and retention, but with way more ball speed creation.
The next design step is the use of a Tungsten Speed Cartridge, and though the name is the same as the one used in the Rogue ST drivers, the placement and shape here is totally different because a fairway is totally different than a driver. Here the weight is placed in the front extreme perimeter and not the rear, 27-28g of tungsten to be exact, which helps create a low and forward CG in the fairways. This placement optimized where most miss on a fairway wood, low, and helps maximize playability.
Also, A.I. face optimization is alive and well with every single head in each of the three lines having a totally unique and one of a kind design. Using a new high strength C300 Face Cup, which has been used by others before but is a first for Callaway, they have been able to further prioritize speed, launch, and spin in both creation and retention.
Callaway Rogue ST MAX D Fairways
The name says it all here, these are the highest launching and most draw weighted fairway option of the Rogue ST release. These are for the golfer who needs and seeks the most shot shape correction, beyond just draw bias as the face angle, loft, and lie of this design is also optimized for this segment of player through the companies extensive fitting matrix.
The MAX D is available in both RH and LH in 3 (16°), 5 (19°), and 7 (22°) wood models.
Callway Rogue ST MAX Fairways
This is the model which will appeal to the largest portion of the bell curve, this is the fairway wood which is all about high MOI in an easy to launch off the tee and turf package. The MAX maintains a neutral overall ball flight and a lower leading edge face shape with a lower heel and toe visually to inspire confidence for a wide range of skills. Callaway has also massaged the shape here to make it as appealing as possible to more golfers, including those of higher skillsets.
There are seven options in the Rogue ST MAX fairways, 3 (15°), 3HL (16.5°), 5 (18?), HW (20°), 7 (21°), 9 (24°), 11 (27°) with all but the HW, 9, and 11 woods being available in LH.
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Callaway Rogue ST MAX LS Fairways
I think by now we all know what LS stands for, these are the lowest spinning of the three fairways models for Callaway in the Rogue ST arsenal and essentially are the LS and Triple Diamond joining forces. The shape is a Tour Preferred one like the SZ of the past with more camber in the toe and heel as well as a slightly deeper face and smaller footprint which makes it a serious tee option. The club also has an additional weight screw low and forward to make it tunable as well as even lower spin. This will be the option for those looking for a low spin rocket launching tee club.
The LS comes in 3+(13.5°), 3(15°), 3HL(16.5°), and 5(18°) with the 3+ and 3HL being RH only.
The Details
Each of the new Rogue ST MAX fairways will be available starting 2/18/22 and come in at $349.99 and standard shaft options will be as follows:
- Lightweight/Women’s – Project X Cypher Black (40g, 50g)
- Mid Offering – Mitsubishi Tensei AV Blue (50g, 60g, 70g)
- Low Offering – Mitsubishi Tensei AV White (60g, 70g, 80g)
We will have a plethora of in-hand information and feedback from golfers just like you coming to the THP Community very soon, so stay tuned!
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In the fairways the Rogue ST Max seems to sit a touch closed to my eye similar to the Epic Max from last year. The Rogue ST LS fairways sit more neutral like the Epic Speed fairways from last year. At least to my aging eyes..lol.
Gotcha, so weight low and closer to the face, rather than away from the face. That makes sense, I was confused by the wording. Thanks.
Rahmbo with the LS FW in play. Looked like there were a ton of Max LS drivers today for the Callaway guys too.
Mavrik Max = Rogue Max ST D?
In terms of draw bias and launch, yes that would be correct.
The Max D has me so excited to hit it off the tee.
What do you mean the tech was almost available?
Means that they understand the limiting factor of being able to test different shafts with a bonded hosel. The pandemic has made some things a lot harder in the industry and they are working on something that wasn’t able to be finished in time for this release
Oh, so they did plan/want to have them be adjustable?
Not necessarily adjustable but something to be able to change out shafts for fitters and such I believe. It was a question from @cm24 so I’m sure he can make sure I’m on the right path here with the answer.
Kinda simple answer because I don’t know how much of the answer I’m allowed to share. This was the question in the Q&A where I basically threw @DNevsCG under the bus unknowingly in front of the CEO. Essentially, performance is the number one factor in decisions for Callaway. Bonded performs better than adjustable. Also, the majority of golfers (non-Lunatic Fringe) don’t use the adjustability feature. I don’t use the adjustable hosel of my TS3 unless I’m trying different shafts. The benefit of having an adjustable hosel for testing and fitting allows for easy switching out of shafts, which is what I want to see. I don’t need it to adjust loft and lie, but I want to be able to quickly change shafts if I’m going to Golf Galaxy or PGA SS before buying. However, this would require lots of shafts, but also not as many heads and less clubs in general. If the final product is bonded, I’m actually 100% for that because I’ve had issues with breaking adapters (see photo) in the past. Are they testing out prototype adapters? 100%. Did we have a long discussion about this topic where @DNevsCG was likely ready to pack me up and send me back to Ohio? Also yes.
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The waiting is hard.. I’m so excited to get some range time with the fairways when they came in. During my limited swings with them they were very good for me!
Are the Ventus you have in yours a stock option, or an upgrade?
All Ventus shafts will be an upcharge option
What Chris said!
Those Rogue Pro irons look gorgeous In the pictures. Enjoy them!
I’m so ready to hit this thing again
I’m so ready to hit it for the first time lol
they’re out there, you just need to step over to the other side of the ball!!
Yes yes yes. The sound and feel. Still can’t get over it. Love my Speed 4 wood but damn that Rogue fairway…definitely the sleeper in the release.
That is a damn good look.
I did it for the putter so I won’t rule anything out…
It would for sure help me when I pull the cart alongside a ball next time we play together ?
and the new Callaway Rogue ST Max has to be a major contender from all early comments.
Assuming a 12° driver and a 21° fairway wood, both being staples for me,
is the launch monitor really the best way to choose from a 16.5 or an 18° to go in the middle?
If I don’t get the 16.5 up in the air enough, it might not go as far as the 18. Shaft would of course matter.
The dreaded launch monitor may have to raise its ugly head, even though they give me the creeps.
I struggle hitting the ball with some strange youngster rather than our club’s pro right in my face.
With the possible exception of long par 3s, the fairway woods will be strictly fairway clubs.
I bag a driving iron for scary tight driving holes.
I thing Rogue is going to get A LOT of spots this year!
Yes indeed. Just takes hitting it once.
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I thought I’d have it on my delivery yesterday but alas, the wait continues!
If you read the thread, I mentioned on page two that Callaway hears people loud and clear on this. So get your interest ready lol
Though, you’d be missing out if you are looking to upgrade and don’t try these
I recently bought two Epic Max FWs on CPO In like new condition (they were brand new). Their Winter Clearance began today, so I called and got a price adjustment from $204 to the current price of $173. That’s more than 50% cheaper than the Rogue ST price. Lots of loft, flex and shaft options available.
Can’t wait for promises…going STEALTH PLUS!!
Totally fair! Hope it works well for you!
seriously considering a 3+ now too ?
Feel and sound were excellent. Ball flight was higher than my current gamer 3 wood and 5. I didn’t even hesitate they are on order. I can’t remember all of the numbers as he was giving me a ton of info lol. Spin launch and descent angle he loved. The crazy part is i was getting that distance with a pinnacle range ball lol. I can’t wait to hit these with the chrome soft X LS. These new shafts are lighter than my Tensei whites I have in my gamers. They worked very well with my swing.
These are long and easy to hit well worth trying out.