Taylormade BRNR mini driver

[Thin2win]

My first non- hand me down driver was the burner bubble.  This thing just screams to me.

I already game a 12° driver with a 44" shaft,  so this is right in my wheel house. 

I want one,  I need to go hit one.

[Vegan_Golfer_PNW]

looks stunning. Again, it is a niche market. Good for those who use a 3w primarily off the tee as this should be more forgiving but harder off the deck. Could also be good for those who want to play drivers with their own shaping of shots. 

[Thin2win]

I wonder is an MGS HQ article on this will get us TMs official reasoning that it doesn't have a carbon face.

Edit:

https://mygolfspy.com/news-opinion/taylormade-brnr-mini-driver/

 

Of course it did,  just needed to look before writing.

Edited April 18, 2023 by Thin2win

[Parshooter36]

I have a soft spot for mini drivers. I just sold my Original One Mini this past winter because I just don't use them enough. That is a looker for sure though!

[GolfSpy_APH]

If I see this I will most definitely be demoing it. 

Big fan of these and although I have never owned one I have always considered it and really enjoyed hitting them!

[TSauer]

I wish they would have made this their flagship driver, it's beautiful.

 

[SteveGH7]

Going to be trying this soon!

[Thin2win]

3 minutes ago, SteveGH7 said:

Going to be trying this soon!

Please provide some feedback

[Wib081]

23 minutes ago, GolfSpy_APH said:

If I see this I will most definitely be demoing it. 

Big fan of these and although I have never owned one I have always considered it and really enjoyed hitting them!

Can’t wait for that feedback! Interested in this gem and would welcome any info from any that get to demo it!

[Thin2win]

I might actually hit this further than my current driver.  Since I'm using a 12° Sim 2 Max to give me the launch and spin I need,  I think the 11.5° head on this would work really well,  and the smaller club head has to have better aero than a 460cc head.  So same launch with a faster club head is what I'm thinking

[heavygolffeels]

Looks so good. 

[Swood1994]

Never tried a mini driver but would be so cool to get good at driver off the deck with this thing. I believe Tommy fleetwood had this I. The bag for Harbor Town
 

The nostalgia is crazy high. Especially with the retro style head cover

[202]

I’m seriously considering one of these to replace my current driver. I don’t mind losing a few yards for a bit more control off the tee.

[Quigleyd]

I think it looks fantastic. I have no need for one, but I want one. I played the OG mini for a season with pretty good success. I do wish it was a smidge smaller. Say 290cc instead of 304..

[NM01]

On 4/18/2023 at 2:46 PM, Vegan_Golfer_PNW said:

looks stunning. Again, it is a niche market. Good for those who use a 3w primarily off the tee as this should be more forgiving but harder off the deck. Could also be good for those who want to play drivers with their own shaping of shots. 

Anyone that can effectively hit a 3w off the deck can hit this off the deck. 
 

Imo it’s not as niche as some think. They typically sell out so there’s plenty of market demand for it

[Vegan_Golfer_PNW]

44 minutes ago, RickyBobby_PR said:

Anyone that can effectively hit a 3w off the deck can hit this off the deck. 
 

Imo it’s not as niche as some think. They typically sell out so there’s plenty of market demand for it

Fair enough. To be a head that big sounds very challenging to hit of the deck

[NM01]

49 minutes ago, Vegan_Golfer_PNW said:

Fair enough. To be a head that big sounds very challenging to hit of the deck

Is it harder to hit off the deck? Yes but so it a driver. It’s why I stated that anyone who can effectively hit a 3w off the deck can hit the mini driver off the deck. It’s the same technique. 
 

The number of amateurs that can effectively hit a 3w off the deck is small.

[202]

I ordered the 13.5 degrees one yesterday.
I wasn’t sure at first between the two lofts (11.5 vs 13.5) but decided to go with 13.5.
I will test it at 11.5 degrees for sure to see how it performs.

[GTKMAN]

Hi all… I’m a club builder in Boise, ID.  Thought I would share a tidbit on the new BRNR mini Driver. Being a club builder/restoration guy I’m always tinkering on clubs.  The New BRNR sole weights labeled 1.5g & 13.5g are actually 3g & 14g given the weight of the screw. The Stealth Driver Sole weight will fit the BRNR min Driver, both the screw threads & weight diameter fit the BRNR perfectly, although the screw head is a Torx 20 not the standard Torx 25.  I will no doubt be adding some draw bias to the head via hot melt which will require lowering the 13.5g rear weight to keep the SW on my spec.  Stealth Driver weights can be bought on eBay in 2g to 14g so as I add hot melt weight, I can reduce the weight of the rear sole weight.  Taylormade or the aftermarket may eventually sell replacement or additional weights, but thought this info was worth sharing.  I love the mini drivers, I’ve played them  for years!   

Edited April 22, 2023 by GTKMAN

[Wib081]

19 hours ago, 202 said:

I ordered the 13.5 degrees one yesterday.
I wasn’t sure at first between the two lofts (11.5 vs 13.5) but decided to go with 13.5.
I will test it at 11.5 degrees for sure to see how it performs.

I’m thinking about ordering one myself was poking around the website and noticed they can be customized with a variety of shafts and grips!

[Thin2win]

I went to the local golf shop today,  no dice.  They didn't have one and weren't sure when they would.

[Wib081]

That’s a bummer! I have to go to a golf galaxy about 40 minutes away that shows some to try and demo it. Gotta find an excuse

[202]

Hi all… I’m a club builder in Boise, ID.  Thought I would share a tidbit on the new BRNR mini Driver. Being a club builder/restoration guy I’m always tinkering on clubs.  The New BRNR sole weights labeled 1.5g & 13.5g are actually 3g & 14g given the weight of the screw. The Stealth Driver Sole weight will fit the BRNR min Driver, both the screw threads & weight diameter fit the BRNR perfectly, although the screw head is a Torx 20 not the standard Torx 25.  I will no doubt be adding some draw bias to the head via hot melt which will require lowering the 13.5g rear weight to keep the SW on my spec.  Stealth Driver weights can be bought on eBay in 2g to 14g so as I add hot melt weight, I can reduce the weight of the rear sole weight.  Taylormade or the aftermarket may eventually sell replacement or additional weights, but thought this info was worth sharing.  I love the mini drivers, I’ve played them  for years!   

Thank you for sharing that information.

[202]

I’m thinking about ordering one myself was poking around the website and noticed they can be customized with a variety of shafts and grips!

Go for it.

[202]

That’s a bummer! I have to go to a golf galaxy about 40 minutes away that shows some to try and demo it. Gotta find an excuse

Testing it before ordering is the best way to go about it. I couldn’t do that, but I have a good relationship with the local golf store and they will work with me, if needed, on finding the best shaft for it.

[Wib081]

So I got a chance to demo this lil guy today and whoa did I like it. Best shot on the trackman at golf galaxy below. Talking with the guy there he said order from TM with the swing speed I was getting and go X-Stiff. Consistently in the high 270’s for total distance with it

[US_Navy_Retired]

Mine gets here tomorrow, will take it straight to the range.

I am a firm believer in mini drivers, will let you guys know how it feels.

[Wib081]

6 minutes ago, US_Navy_Retired said:

Mine gets here tomorrow, will take it straight to the range.

I am a firm believer in mini drivers, will let you guys know how it feels.

I’m excited for you!!! Did you go stock or custom? I sure am now a believer just trying to convince my Better half it’s needed. She’s getting a new van so I like my odds

Edited April 24, 2023 by Wib081

[US_Navy_Retired]

1 minute ago, Wib081 said:

I’m excited for you!!! Did you go stock or custom? I sure am now a believer just trying to convince my Better half it’s needed. She’s getting a new van so I like my odds

I went 1/2" over on the shaft and a golf pride grip.

I ordered the 11.5 deg model, my current mini is 13.5 

[Wib081]

4 minutes ago, US_Navy_Retired said:

I went 1/2" over on the shaft and a golf pride grip.

I ordered the 11.5 deg model, my current mini is 13.5 

The 11.5 is what I hit and am planning to go with. Also different grip thinking lambkin crossline and the Kai’Li white shaft.