Nike touts more speed, distance in new hybrids

Nike touts speed, distance in new hybrids

Nike Golf says its clubs have gained more speed and more distance with the launch of the VR_S Hybrids. The hybrids share the same speed and distance attributes as the rest of the VR_S family with the incorporation of the exclusive NexCOR variable face-thickness technology. NexCOR maximizes distance for the widest range of players through a new speed-expanding multi face thickness design. The design creates a bridge for ultra-thin, ultra-hot faces and fast ball speed from every club in the bag.

By combining NexCOR with a compact aerodynamic design, the clubs have the performance of a fairway wood, along with the accuracy and scoring ability of an iron. L Face technology positions the weld on the sole to allow for an expanded maximum coefficient of restitution (COR) zone from the middle to lower portion of the face, where the majority of fairway shots are struck. Nike engineers conducted impact studies to determine impact points.VR_S Hybrids became available Feb. 3. The 2-hybrid has a loft of 18 degrees, the 3-hybrid is 21 degrees, the 4-hybrid is 24 degrees and the 5-hybrid is 27 degrees. The standard shaft is a Nike Fubuki K, and the suggested retail price per club is $159.99.

From March through May, Nike will be conducting VR_S Speed Trials at hundreds of participating golf retail shops and golf courses across the country, allowing consumers to compare the speed of what’s in their current bag to the new Nike products on a launch monitor. Their accumulative distance will be tallied and recorded on a national leaderboard that will be featured on www.nikegolf.com. For a list of participating golf shops go to www.nikegolf.com.

Compiled by Alan Blondin, ablondin@thesunnews.com