Tour Edge Exotics C725 and E725 Driver Review

It is hard to believe that it was way back in October that Tour Edge released their new 725 lineup of Exotics drivers into the wild. Since then, there has clearly been a deluge of releases from every manufacturer in the industry, but more recent doesn’t mean better performing, does it? 

We received both the Tour Edge Exotics E725 and C725 drivers in hand to put to the test and see just what they are bringing to the table in terms of technology and playability. 

Quick Take – C725 and E725 Drivers

Tour Edge has constantly created drivers in their Exotics lineup which offer incredible performance and bang for your buck. However, they have also at times looked too unique for people and more recently the line between the two models blurred a bit. No more, this is arguably the most complete driver tandem ever from Tour Edge. Not only do they have a cleaner aesthetic, but they also have two fully differentiated models that compete with anything in the market from low spin to 10K. 

The Education Zone

While we don’t want to get too far into the weeds when it comes to the technology which Tour Edge has implemented into their two drivers, there are some specific aspects which we would be doing everyone a disservice not to touch on, specifically Ridgeback. That said, if you want to go all the way in on things, be sure to go check out our detailed release article on the 725 drivers here. 

Ridgeback Renovation

The biggest detail worth getting into tech wise with both the C725 and E725 driver is that Ridgeback is officially gone…at least in the way that we had come to know it. This is something that is interesting to see, as honestly it just seemed like the company was set on using the material differentiator that Ridgeback provided to make them stand out, for better or worse. 

Now, don’t take that the wrong way, the use of the titanium spine in the crown of the 721, 722, and 723 drivers had real science behind it, specifically in how it added structural support. Not to mention, the look was unique, and whether you loved it or hated it visually, it differentiated them. The thing is, sometimes standing out that much isn’t for the best, and at times the outstanding bang for your buck performance that the Exotics drivers were producing never got a chance because of looks. 

360 Ridgeback

This time around Tour Edge has moved to what they are calling “360 Ridgeback” where the central spine is no more. This was done because they found that by implementing a new titanium ring around the outer frame, they kept the same strength while allowing the head to be even more efficient in how it transfers energy. Bigger yet though is that removing that central piece of titanium and implementing a total carbon crown saved and astronomical amount of weight which could be redistributed. 

That redistribution of weight from the Ridgeback Renovation meant also that both drivers could now utilize a new flight tuning system where adjustable weights are carved into the heads in a manner which we have never seen before. The C725 uses dual forward and rear weights (15g and 5g) while the E725 has a single weight (18g) in the extreme back perimeter. This combined with the adjustable hosel (+/- 2 degrees), new model specific Power Channel, and making their Diamond Face now three-dimensional continues the trend of Tour Edge innovating as much as anyone in the industry when it comes to their Exotics drivers. 

We got to spend time with both models for this review, however, since the E725 driver was a 10.5 degree model while the C725 was 9.0, there will be no direct head to head comparison. However, to bring some continuity to the testing, both models were reviewed with the Project X Denali Blue 60 (6.5). 

Performance

Tour Edge Exotics E725 Driver

Tour Edge’s official debut into the 10K arena is excellent. The E725 driver is the 460cc option of the two drivers and it is much more versatile in its playability than we anticipated. Given the size and weight placement of the head with the 18g flight tuning system track being in the furthest perimeter from the clubface, we expected to see a lot of launch and spin. Well, one of those two things proved true. 

The 10.5 head was a launcher for me during testing, and as a high ball hitter by nature that was entirely expected. What was not expected though is how the spin didn’t get away from me. If you just glance at the data averages below and don’t take the time to see the rest of the picture, then you might skip on by, don’t do that! The fact that I was able to keep a 10.5 degree 10K head below 3,000 RPM is incredible. More impressive though is that on significant misses low on the club, I didn’t see the massive spin up you might expect. 

There is no getting around the reality that it is a large E725 driver head, however, the carbon crown cap and titanium frame look combined with a solid shape and blacked out overall aesthetic makes it a solid overall look at setup. Sound (feel) wise it is different than previous E models, there a little more depth to it, it’s unique feedback isn’t muted, but also avoids being loud. The 10.5 head did set up a little closed for me, and I saw a right-to-left tendency, but it wasn’t overdone. 

What was overdone though is how shockingly forgiving the E725 driver is. Honestly, the spin I saw obviously helps keep the ball in play accuracy wise on misses, but the bigger thing is I felt like I could hit it anywhere laterally and get away with murder. Vertically, there wasn’t as much give, but it also didn’t have the massive spin peaks and valleys. All in all, this is a driver that everyone should try, especially if you are curious about high MOI designs, but want the most bang for your buck. 

Tour Edge Exotics C725 Driver

If you take a trip back in time to the days of EXS, then you will find a driver from Tour Edge that was one of the most surprising powerhouses of anyone that year, the EXS Pro. The company followed that up with the C721 Pro when Ridgeback was introduced, but after that they honestly began to lose their low spin high power way. The models became more and more blurred with the C and E designs, but they have set that right this time around. The C725 is a monster, but the kicker is that it can be as tame, or as mean as you want it to be. 

The C725 is a 445cc head, though at first glance you might not realize it. Like its sibling, the move to the full carbon crown with titanium ridgeback 360 ring framing is a really good look. Sure, the sole is a little on the plain side, but props to Tour Edge for showing restraint, the end result is a driver that won’t turn anyone off at first look and instead might just win people over. While I have seen some comments out there about the C725 being slightly closed, to my eye the 9.0 is dead neutral.

At setup, the C725 wants you to swing hard. The look is, in a word, complete. Best of all, the removal of the spine in favor of 360 Ridgeback meant 22% more carbon, and that means the most addicting sound at impact of any Tour Edge driver I can recall. It is not a dull carbon thud but no longer has the metallic undertone the C723/C722/C721 had. The club-head is firm and dense, without being hollow sounding. Truly there is nothing else that compares to it, it is unique, and it is addicting. While moving the weights from front to back (15g and 5g) does change that a bit, the big change there happens with the performance. 

Heavy Weight Forward

Heavy Weight Back

As you will be able to see in the data averages, the C725 was hit in both weight orientations (forward and back) and the spin change was almost spot on the 300 RPM which Tour Edge claims. This is where the fitting versatility of the design shows out, as even with the heavy weight back the C725 did not encroach onto the E725, meaning two heads can cover three different realms with minimal overlap. That said, when the 15g is in the forward port, the low-spin animal was unleashed with the head being as fast as anything out there. 

The most impressive thing during on course testing though, was the directional consistency. Regardless of the weight orientation, there was a neutral flight bias that allowed full workability while at the same time letting you get away with way more than you would expect. There is clearly something to the weight port locations on the design combined with the 3D Diamond Face and new Power Channel that has unlocked more playability from a 445cc head that you would expect. 

The Details – C725 and E725 Driver

Tour Edge was never off with their Exotics driver releases, but this time around they are more on than ever before. Not only is the $399.99 price point for both heads unheard of in today’s market trends, both heads stand toe-to-toe with other current releases in their respective segments. This is a lineup that should be tried if you are looking for a driver in 2025, they do it all and do it well. 

For more information on the Tour Edge Exotics C725 or E725 Driver models, check out their website at www.touredge.com.

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