Wilson DYNAPWR Metal Woods

With every release cycle, there is a club that seemingly comes out of nowhere to pleasantly surprise golfers, and back in 2023, the DYNAPWR driver was one of those surprises. Not only did it perform well for a wide range of golfers, but it did so at a more affordable price, which hasn’t been an easy find in recent years. Back in October, we saw three new driver models pop up on the USGA conforming list, and today Wilson is ready to unveil new drivers, fairway woods, and hybrids as part of the expanded DYNAPWR lineup.

Wilson DYNAPWR Drivers

PKR-360 Face

When Wilson first released their PKR driver face, they described it as the most advanced face they had developed to date. PKR stands for Peak Kinetic Response, and in simplified terms, it represents their approach to a variable face thickness pattern. With the new DYNAPWR, they are introducing PKR-360, enhancing their efforts to deliver increased ball speed and improved ball speed retention from each club head. To achieve this, Wilson expanded the surface area where variable thickness patterns were applied. Utilizing artificial intelligence, their research and development team conducted over 2,000 simulations of face and body constructions to determine the best-performing face configuration.

Wilson DYNAPWR Drivers face at setup with ball

With three distinct driver models targeting different segments of golfers, optimizing the face for each model was crucial. That is where PKR-360 plays a significant role in making the new DYNAPWR drivers feature the best face design the company has ever created.

New Acoustics

Wilson may not always be the first brand that comes to mind when thinking about a new driver, but there is no ignoring that they have produced some strong-performing options over the years. Of course, some models have delivered on performance while producing brash, off-putting feedback. Look no further than the Triton or F5, for example. Those drivers are well in the past and Wilson understands the balance between performance and sound. Considering that, Wilson made a dedicated effort to ensure that the sound profile of the new DYNAPWR drivers hit the perfect tone. 

With the new DYNAPWR line, Wilson R&D prioritized the ball speed, forgiveness, performance, and sound quality. To achieve this, they utilized Topology Optimization to fine-tune the acoustics, resulting in carefully crafted sound profiles for each model. In creating these sound profiles, Wilson wants to bring forth an ideal experience on center strikes and those that stray from the sweet spot. 

Wilson DYNAPWR Drivers

Before discussing the differences among the individual models, it’s important to highlight a common feature shared by all three driver heads: their fine-tuning capabilities. Each driver head is equipped with Wilson’s six-way adjustable hosel, allowing for easy adjustments to loft and lie. Additionally, all three heads include some form of weight adjustment, enabling modifications that can affect launch and spin or help correct shot shape.

DYNAPWR LS 

Are you a golfer who tends to hook the ball or wants to eliminate the left side of the course? If that answer is yes, the DYNAPWR LS is a great place to start. It features a tour-inspired shape with a deep face and a compact 445cc head. As expected, with a name like LS, it will deliver the lowest spin rates and a more penetrating ball flight. 

Wilson DYNAPWR Drivers with ball on tee

Wilson has made the DYNAPWR LS their most aerodynamically shaped head among the three models introduced today. When comparing all three models, golfers will notice that the LS driver head has more curvature to the crown and a higher rear skirt. These design traits help reduce drag and could boost clubhead speed. 

On the sole of the driver, there are two adjustable weights: one weighing 6 grams and the other 12 grams. These weights can be positioned either towards the front or the rear of the club. Placing the heavier weight towards the front will lower spin rates and increase ball speed while positioning it at the back will enhance the moment of inertia (MOI) and improve launch characteristics.

the sole of the Wilson DYNAPWR Drivers

DNAPWR LS comes in three loft options, 8°(RH), 9°(RH/LH), and 10.5°(RH), and will be paired with a True Temper Denali Black 60 shaft. 

DYNAPWR Carbon

DYNAPWR Cabron targets the golfer who wants to find that happy medium between forgiveness and workability. With a larger 460cc head, the Carbon model has a lower and flatter sole to provide a deeper center of gravity. Similar to the LS model, there are two swappable weights, only this time, they are 3 grams and 9 grams, respectively. 

DYNAPWR Carbon also comes in a LITE model to help golfers who want all of the benefits of this driver head, but it is in an overall lighter package to help maintain or boost swing speeds. Whether looking at the LITE model or not, the DYNAPWR Carbon is set to have the broadest appeal within this new range. 

DYNAPWR Carbon is offered in 8°(RH), 9° (RH/LH), 10.5° (RH/LH), and 10.5° LITE (RH). Wilson has chosen a Fujikura Ventus TR Blue and a UST Helium NCT4 shaft for the stock offerings. 

Wilson DYNAPWR Max

Finally, the Max has several design differences, making it the most stable driver in the new DYNAPWR lineup. Boasting an all-titanium design, the Max model comes in at 460cc but visually is the largest footprint of the three. Not only has this model seen an increase in heel-to-toe length, but it also has grown front-to-back. With a stretched back body, Wilson created a higher MOI than ever before, which will help on those off-center hits. 

Wilson DYNAPWR max

There is still some moveable weight technology to help dial in the ball flight, only this time, it’s a flippable 19-gram rear weight that can be moved to help control shot shaping. 

Similar to the DYNAPWR Carbon, the Max model is also available in a lightweight option. DYNAPWR Max comes in lofts of 9° (RH/LH), 10.5° (RH/LH), 12.0° (RH) and 12.0° LITE (RH), and is paired with a UST Mamiya LIN-Q Red 5/6 or a UST Helium NCT 4 lightweight shaft. 

Wilson DYNAPWR Fairways

Did you expect Wilson to stop at just drivers? I didn’t think so. Launching alongside these exciting drivers are two models of fairway woods and a line of hybrids.

When developing the fairway woods, Wilson aimed to maintain the high-performance levels worthy of the DYNAPWR name. They took insights from their AI-driven face technology and applied those lessons here. By incorporating a variable thickness design with a forged 455 face, these fairway woods promise to deliver both speed and forgiveness. For this part of the lineup, Wilson has decided to forgo the LS model and instead focus on the Carbon and Max lines, as they will suit a larger golfer demographic. 

DYNAPWR Carbon

Wilson incorporates several features from the driver into the Carbon fairway model, including a carbon fiber crown, an open hosel construction, and a six-way adjustable hosel. By adding a 30-gram tungsten weight, the center of gravity is positioned forward, which promotes a lower launch and reduced spin. The lower lofted 3+ model of the DYNAPWR Carbon could be an excellent choice for players who prefer to hit fairway woods off the tee.

DYNAPWR Carbon fairway woods are offered in five different loft configurations: 3+ (13.5° in RH), 3 (15° RH/LH), 4 (16.5° RH), 5 (18° RH/LH), and 7 (21° LH). A Fujikura Ventus TR Blue is offered as the stock shaft. 

DYNAPWR Max

Similar to the driver, the Max fairway is here to inspire confidence behind the ball. With a deeper center of gravity, made possible by a thin-cast steel crown, the Max fairway is there to deliver additional stability and forgiveness than that found in the Carbon fairway. Golfers should expect a comforting shape and a high ball flight, thanks partly to the 12-gram rearward weight. Unlike the DYNAPWR Carbon, the Max model forgoes the adjustable hosel and instead benefits from the weight savings of a bonded hosel. 

DYNAPWR Max models include 3 (15° in RH/LH), 5 (18° RH/LH), 7 (21° RH), 3 LITE (15° RH), 5 LITE (18° RH), and 7 LITE (21° RH) and are paired with a UST Mamiya UST LIN-Q Red 5/6 or UST Helium NCT 4 shafts.

Wilson DYNAPWR Hybrids

When examining the hybrids, Wilson has maintained the custom 455 face to ensure golfers experience the same distance benefits from the hybrids as they do with the rest of the lineup. Hybrids come in various shapes and sizes and are definitely not a one-size-fits-all type of club. This time around, Wilson designed a hybrid with a more compact profile. 

As part of its design, the hybrid features an extended low-toe area, which creates a larger-looking face. This change also offers a performance advantage, providing slightly more stability for shots struck toward the toe. Wilson is confident that this smaller design will play bigger, offering confidence and stability whether the hybrid is used off the tee or from the fairway.

DYNAPWR Hybrids come in six different lofts: 2 (17° in RH), 3 (19° RH/LH), 4 (22° RH/LH), 5 (25° RH/LH), 6 (28° RH), 4 LITE (22° RH) 5 LITE (25° RH) and 6 LITE (28° RH). Wilson offers the True Temper Denali Red ranging from 50 to 80 grams for stock offerings. 

The Details

Wilson’s new DYNAPWR lineup will be available online and in stores
on February 12th, 2025. 

Pricing:
DYNAPWR LS Driver – $549.99
DYNAPWR Carbon Driver – $549.99
DYNAPWR MAX Driver – $499.99
DYNAPWR Carbon Fairway – $329.99
DYNAPWR MAX Fairway – $279.99
DYNAPWR Hybrid – $249.99

For more information on the entire DYNAPWR lineup, head over to dynapwr.wilson.com

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Dean DeCrescenzo is a THP staff writer that currently resides in upstate New York. He has been a member of The Hackers Paradise for over 7 years and been involved with a number of THP events.