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Cobra DARKSPEED X Fairway
Previous model
Cobra says the DARKSPEED X Fairway “blends extraordinary speed and forgiveness for players seeking maximum distance with higher launch and added stability for control.”
Evidence: Research-based
Specifications
6 of the 6 fields we checked are published by Cobra.
| Specification | Value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Lofts | 15°, 16.5°, 18°, 21°3 (15°), 3HF (16.5°), 5 (18°), 7 (21°). Standard lofts read from Cobra’s spec table; each head has eight hosel settings from −1.5° to +1.5°, including Draw settings. Cobra lists the 3HF as right-handed only. | Evidence: Verified |
| Adjustability | Adjustable hosel with eight loft/lie settings (−1.5° to +1.5°, including Draw settings); fixed back weight | Evidence: Verified |
| Stock shafts | UST Lin-Q M40X Blue 6, UST Lin-Q M40X Red 5Cobra lists the Red 5 in A flex; the 7-wood is listed with the Blue 6 only. | Evidence: Verified |
| Length | 43″3-wood and 3HF; 42.5 in (5), 42 in (7). | Evidence: Verified |
| Launch (maker’s rating) | HigherCobra: “for players seeking maximum distance with higher launch and added stability for control.” | Evidence: Verified |
| Maker’s forgiveness claim | blend of speed and forgivenessCobra: the DARKSPEED X Fairway “blends extraordinary speed and forgiveness.” Ranked within Cobra’s range, not against other brands. | Evidence: Verified |
Compare prices
The latest new price we checked at each retailer: lowest price first among those in stock, then the rest.
- Cobra Golf$199See at Cobra Golf: Cobra DARKSPEED X FairwayAffiliate link
- DICK'S Sporting Goods$199.99See at DICK'S Sporting Goods: Cobra DARKSPEED X FairwayAffiliate link
- Fairway Golf$199
Prices can differ by configuration, color or pack size; where a retailer’s price buys something specific, it says so under the price. Check the retailer’s page before you buy.
What Cobra claims
Cobra’s own statements about the DARKSPEED X Fairway, each with its source.
Launch
Cobra positions the DARKSPEED X Fairway for higher launch and added stability, with a fixed back weight.
Evidence: Verified
Alternatives
The other fairway woods we have researched, placed by the price we last saw: the five nearest in price in each group.
Compare with other fairway woods
Also researched, without a current price to compare: Tour Edge Exotics Max Fairway, Tour Edge Hot Launch Max D Fairway, Tour Edge Hot Launch Max Fairway.
Price checks
What it has cost, store by store
8 checks · 3 stores
- Lowest new now
- $199
- At Cobra Golf
- Maker’s list price
- $329
- $130 below list
- Lowest used
- —
- No current used listing
- Deal check
- Day 28 of 60
- Deal calls start after 60 days of its own prices
Latest at each store
Cobra Golf
$199New
Same as our first check
Lowest new
DICK'S Sporting Goods
$199.99New
One check so far
Fairway Golf
$199New
Same as our first check
Every check (8)
| Checked | Store | Condition | Stock | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 9 | Fairway Golf | New | Stock not stated | $199 |
| Nov 9 | Cobra Golf | New | In stock | $199 |
| Nov 2 | Cobra Golf | New | In stock | $199 |
| Oct 30 | DICK'S Sporting Goods | New | In stock | $199.99 |
| Oct 19 | Fairway Golf | New | In stock | $199 |
| Oct 19 | Cobra Golf | New | In stock | $199 |
| Oct 16 | Fairway Golf | New | In stock | $199 |
| Oct 14 | Cobra Golf | New | In stock | $199 |
Evidence ledger
Where the information on this page came from, when it was read, and how firmly it is established.
- Evidence: Verified
Cobra publishes the DARKSPEED X Fairway lofts, eight loft/lie hosel settings, fixed back weight, standard lengths, stock shafts, list price and sale price, and describes speed and forgiveness with higher launch.
Values were matched against the downloaded text of the page and Cobra’s store data when we checked.