The Kalea Gold fairway wood from TaylorMade is part of a new line of clubs designed specifically for women golfers of all abilities. Available in three options – 3, 5, and 7 – the 5-wood is particularly impressive. Compared to TaylorMade’s previous generation of women’s clubs, the Kalea Gold fairway wood is more elegant with a dark navy crown, pops of silver and gold, and an ultralight graphite shaft. It also features a squidgy SuperStroke grip in navy and white.
As a fan of fairway woods, the reviewer found the Kalea Gold easy to launch, with high and straight ball flights from the very first stroke. Compared to the Kalea Gold driver, the fairway wood was lightweight and effortless to hit immediately. The ball felt powerful coming off the clubface with a penetrating flight and comparable distance to Titleist’s TSR1 fairway wood. The small TaylorMade logo on the crown also serves as a useful alignment aid.
The Thru-Slot Speed Pocket technology in the Kalea Gold fairway wood flexes the face for optimal spin and forgiveness on off-center strikes. While not all shots were perfect, the look and feel of the club instilled confidence, allowing the reviewer to use it from light rough. The headcovers for the Kalea Gold family of clubs are luxurious-looking, with an easy-to-clean outer fabric and a silvery grey velour inside.
Although the reviewer found no faults with the Kalea Gold fairway wood, a playing partner noted that it was too short for her tall stature, being about an inch shorter than some other fairway woods. Custom fitting is available for the Kalea Gold line, as well as the Qi10 women’s range, so players can find the exact setup to suit their needs and complement their other clubs. Overall, the reviewer recommends the Kalea Gold fairway wood for women looking to enhance their game with a stylish and effective club option.
