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Why We Like It
- This model appeals to the broadest range of average to above-average swing speeds looking for consistent distance and fitting options through multiple lofts and a 4-degree adjustable hosel.
- A lower profile than the Qi10 increases the likelihood of center-face contact and provides a sleeker look at address to instill confidence.
- Although the lower face height typically would make the face less flexible, the Qi35 features a redesigned thinner face to maintain ball speed and distance.
- The company’s trademark slot in the sole stretches longer into the toe to create a more flexible face.
- Lightweight carbon composite covers nearly the entire crown to lower the center of gravity so that the ball launches higher with less spin.
- With the adjustable hosel, the loft range stretches from 13 to 23 degrees.
- Top 5 in Performance, high-handicaps
- 15, 16.5, 18, 21 degrees (with a 12-way adjustable hosel)
what our testers said
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Jamie
51, Handicap 5
2 years testing
Tiny aiming spot on the crown was incredibly helpful during setup. It's a well proportioned head front to back and side to side. Was able to get the ball up, even on low shots, and control trajectory.
Wei
55, Handicap 13
9 years testing
I really like the look of the shiny matte on the crown of the carbon composite. It's just reflective enough. Head shape draws your attention toward the face. Has a firm but lively feel at impact, with the sound to match.
Matt
27, Handicap 5
1 year testing
I like the silver carbon fiber. Sets up really nice. I love the shape. Pleasant to look at standing over the ball. Very hot off the face. It's a little on the softer side, but it comes with a loud whoosh when the ball leaves the face.
Wayne
60, Handicap 6
2 years testing
Really clean, appreciate a simple alignment. Forgiving, actually able to get into the air. I typically hit under 60 feet and I was able to get this to 90-95 feet. Very helpful when hitting into par 5s. Don't need a low runner in this case.
RC
63, Handicap 7
2 years testing
Kinda like the color of the gray carbon head. Got a little aimpoint sweet spot design. Underneath is simple. The feel gave me a lot of confidence. Liked having it in my hand and looking down at it.
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Jamie
51, Handicap 5
2 years testing
Tiny aiming spot on the crown was incredibly helpful during setup. It's a well proportioned head front to back and side to side. Was able to get the ball up, even on low shots, and control trajectory.
Wei
55, Handicap 13
9 years testing
I really like the look of the shiny matte on the crown of the carbon composite. It's just reflective enough. Head shape draws your attention toward the face. Has a firm but lively feel at impact, with the sound to match.
Matt
27, Handicap 5
1 year testing
I like the silver carbon fiber. Sets up really nice. I love the shape. Pleasant to look at standing over the ball. Very hot off the face. It's a little on the softer side, but it comes with a loud whoosh when the ball leaves the face.
Wayne
60, Handicap 6
2 years testing
Really clean, appreciate a simple alignment. Forgiving, actually able to get into the air. I typically hit under 60 feet and I was able to get this to 90-95 feet. Very helpful when hitting into par 5s. Don't need a low runner in this case.
RC
63, Handicap 7
2 years testing
Kinda like the color of the gray carbon head. Got a little aimpoint sweet spot design. Underneath is simple. The feel gave me a lot of confidence. Liked having it in my hand and looking down at it.
Shane
36, Handicap 15
5 years testing
Absolute dynamite explosion off the face. So consistent, you just want to keep doing it. It's like the first time you did anything exhilarating and enjoyable. You are ready to do it again right away. Shocked, stoked and ready for more.
Anand
43, Handicap 6
10+ years testing
One of the most quietest clubs I've hit. The only thing you feel is sensory feel; really have to hone in and listen to the sound to hear anything. Produced the longest hit of the day, but dispersion was on the wider side.
Molly
37, Handicap 0
4 years testing
If you can get past the color and crown look, you get a high launching 3-wood with extra distance from the fairway — and straighter misses. The curve of the ball was cut down when you miss center, which I loved.
Gary
37, Handicap 13
10+ years testing
Really pleasing composite thump to it. All translated into the head and ball for high trajectory with dramatic distance. Maybe a bigger footprint but never felt like I was swinging against it. If you can benefit from it, take advantage of it.
Ryan
46, Handicap 14
2 years testing
A little bigger than the pro model. Love the gray look. Stable, soft feel. Felt like it had a lot of juice behind it, but also super forgiving. Missed the center a few times and the ball stayed on target.
Peter
57, Handicap 7
10+ years testing
I like everything about the head, just not the gray color scheme. Has a nice low profile, looks very hittable, easy to launch. Gives you confidence to hit off the deck. Has some power to it.
Daniel
33, Handicap 12
5 years testing
The gray look really helps it stand out, and the sage green is refreshing and distinct. Color scheme catches your eye compared to the field. Firmer contact that translates into the golf ball.
Thomas
60, Handicap 7
10+ years testing
Turned into an absolute stripe show. It was it like playing a game where I couldn't miss. High, long, powerful, forgiving. Did I mention forgiving? It was hard to give a forgiveness number because everything felt pure. As good a fairway wood I've ever tested.
Sean
53, Handicap 6
8 years testing
A little shiny for my liking, but the performance was excellent. Didn't go too high. Ball flight was rock-solid. Distance was there even into the wind. Everything was down the middle.
Ricky
46, Handicap +3
10+ years testing
Even with the smaller head, it's not hard to hit at all. A great alternative if you're struggling with your driver that day. You don't have to worry about losing balls. Very playable club for any golfer.
Alex
40, Handicap 11
6 years testing
Hit all kinds of shot shapes, good and bad, with this thing and all ended up going about the same distance. Long and fairly spinny is how I'd describe it. Felt like the club was bailing me out on mediocre swings, which is good because that's all I've got.
Megan
39, Handicap 0
1 year testing
Performance is very strong, even if the overall look was a bit drastic to my eye. Ball launched higher with a consistent, stable flight, which I enjoyed. Face delivered great feedback at impact.
Wei
55, Handicap 13
9 years testing
I really like the look of the shiny matte on the crown of the carbon composite. It's just reflective enough. Head shape draws your attention toward the face. Has a firm but lively feel at impact, with the sound to match.
Shane
36, Handicap 15
5 years testing
Absolute dynamite explosion off the face. So consistent, you just want to keep doing it. It's like the first time you did anything exhilarating and enjoyable. You are ready to do it again right away. Shocked, stoked and ready for more.
Gary
37, Handicap 13
10+ years testing
Really pleasing composite thump to it. All translated into the head and ball for high trajectory with dramatic distance. Maybe a bigger footprint but never felt like I was swinging against it. If you can benefit from it, take advantage of it.
Ryan
46, Handicap 14
2 years testing
A little bigger than the pro model. Love the gray look. Stable, soft feel. Felt like it had a lot of juice behind it, but also super forgiving. Missed the center a few times and the ball stayed on target.
Daniel
33, Handicap 12
5 years testing
The gray look really helps it stand out, and the sage green is refreshing and distinct. Color scheme catches your eye compared to the field. Firmer contact that translates into the golf ball.
Wayne
60, Handicap 6
2 years testing
Really clean, appreciate a simple alignment. Forgiving, actually able to get into the air. I typically hit under 60 feet and I was able to get this to 90-95 feet. Very helpful when hitting into par 5s. Don't need a low runner in this case.
RC
63, Handicap 7
2 years testing
Kinda like the color of the gray carbon head. Got a little aimpoint sweet spot design. Underneath is simple. The feel gave me a lot of confidence. Liked having it in my hand and looking down at it.
Anand
43, Handicap 6
10+ years testing
One of the most quietest clubs I've hit. The only thing you feel is sensory feel; really have to hone in and listen to the sound to hear anything. Produced the longest hit of the day, but dispersion was on the wider side.
Peter
57, Handicap 7
10+ years testing
I like everything about the head, just not the gray color scheme. Has a nice low profile, looks very hittable, easy to launch. Gives you confidence to hit off the deck. Has some power to it.
Thomas
60, Handicap 7
10+ years testing
Turned into an absolute stripe show. It was it like playing a game where I couldn't miss. High, long, powerful, forgiving. Did I mention forgiving? It was hard to give a forgiveness number because everything felt pure. As good a fairway wood I've ever tested.
Sean
53, Handicap 6
8 years testing
A little shiny for my liking, but the performance was excellent. Didn't go too high. Ball flight was rock-solid. Distance was there even into the wind. Everything was down the middle.
Alex
40, Handicap 11
6 years testing
Hit all kinds of shot shapes, good and bad, with this thing and all ended up going about the same distance. Long and fairly spinny is how I'd describe it. Felt like the club was bailing me out on mediocre swings, which is good because that's all I've got.
Jamie
51, Handicap 5
2 years testing
Tiny aiming spot on the crown was incredibly helpful during setup. It's a well proportioned head front to back and side to side. Was able to get the ball up, even on low shots, and control trajectory.
Matt
27, Handicap 5
1 year testing
I like the silver carbon fiber. Sets up really nice. I love the shape. Pleasant to look at standing over the ball. Very hot off the face. It's a little on the softer side, but it comes with a loud whoosh when the ball leaves the face.
Molly
37, Handicap 0
4 years testing
If you can get past the color and crown look, you get a high launching 3-wood with extra distance from the fairway — and straighter misses. The curve of the ball was cut down when you miss center, which I loved.
Ricky
46, Handicap +3
10+ years testing
Even with the smaller head, it's not hard to hit at all. A great alternative if you're struggling with your driver that day. You don't have to worry about losing balls. Very playable club for any golfer.
Megan
39, Handicap 0
1 year testing
Performance is very strong, even if the overall look was a bit drastic to my eye. Ball launched higher with a consistent, stable flight, which I enjoyed. Face delivered great feedback at impact.
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TaylorMade Qi35
Qi35 fairway woods are designed for the widest array of golfers. Their shallow profile and high MOI amplify distance, playability and forgiveness.
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