Mini Driver Mania remains in full effect for the golf industry in 2025. While the staying power is still yet to be determined, with more brands jumping into the conversation, TaylorMade wants to remind golfers that they’ve been the constant for the Mini.
The past couple of versions saw the brand dip their toes into nostalgia with the BRNR designs, and they were well received. This time though? TaylorMade is diving all the way in, banking not just on visual nostalgia, but technological nostalgia as well.
The R7 Quad is back, it’s just more Mini this time.
TaylorMade Golf R7 Quad Mini Driver
Given the smaller size of a Mini Driver, when you want to innovate and push the bounds, it can be difficult. This is where TaylorMade found themselves after the BRNR. It felt like other than perhaps a carbon face, all their prime tech had been implemented.
Where to go then? The easy answer is, of course, adjustability. However, TaylorMade thought to continue the nostalgia train and look to the past for inspiration. That is where the R7 Quad comes in. The driver was released in way back in 2004 and was a smash hit with over 30 worldwide wins as well as a major that year. A key component to that success was the adjustability it brought.
“The R7 Quad Mini Driver is one of those projects that got everyone excited from the initial concept, and being able to bring back one of the most iconic clubs in TaylorMade history (R7Driver) was a dream come true. We couldn’t be more excited to continue setting the pace in the Mini Driver category.”
Chandler Carr, TaylorMade Product Manager, Product Creation
By using a QUAD weighting system with four different precision weight ports, fine tuning for personal fit took on a new meaning, that is precisely what they have sought to now bring to the Mini Driver. The R7 Quad Mini Driver uses two 13g and 4g weights that can be moved in multiple orientations within the dual ports in the rear as well as the forward part of the head. In all, there are six primary combos which will allow maximum manipulation of the CG to let the user hit the windows they need most. Of course, there will also be additional weights available for purchase to bring even more tuning possibilities in.
Beyond the weighting and classic R7 theme which has been applied to the head (not to mention a true throwback headcover as well) there is still more technology. Twist Face remains, still working in tandem with a reshaped Speed Pocket to enhance speed, spin, and direction. As for new, TaylorMade is now implementing their Infinity Carbon Crown, this increases the composite used up top, so more weight could be redistributed low. Not to mention, it let them go for a more seamless look from address.
The Details
No doubt the nostalgia aspect of the R7 Mini Driver will lead to some love it or leave it conversation by golfers, but you cannot deny the company is at least having a little fun with it. As with their past Mini Drivers, this will be offered in 11.5 (RH/LH) and 13.0 (RH) degrees and uses the TM adapter for even more loft adjustability. The club is paired with a specially designed Fujikura “Speeder MD” (X, S, SR) that showcases throwback graphics as well.
The R7 Quad Mini Driver is priced at $479.00. Pre-order will be available 4/15/25 with product hitting retail 5/1/25. For more information visit their website at taylormadegolf.com
