Callaway Bertha Mini 1.5 review
Aimed at fast swingers that are also competent ball strikers, this club offers a versatile alternative off the tee the provides distance not far short of a driver
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Explosive feel from the sweetspot and impressive forgiveness levels from a relatively small clubhead. Versatile to also be hit from the fairway from good lies.
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Its size means it is still predominantly suited to good ball-strikers. Slower swingers will struggle to launch this from the fairway.
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The Golf Monthly's test team's Callaway Bertha Mini 1.5 review, a club designed bit hit from the tee when the driver is misbehaving that can also be used from the fairway
Key technology The Bertha Mini 1.5 is a versatile and forgiving driver alternative for those struggling with inconsistency from the tee which also provides an option from the fairway. The 235cc head is larger and more forgiving than Callaway’s regular fairway woods. The OptiFit hosel adjustability offers eight different loft and lie settings while the addition of Callaway’s legendary Warbird Soleplate enhances playability from different lies. It also boasts a Hyper Speed Face Cup and Forged Composite Crown.
Spec The Bertha Mini 1.5 is available in 12° and 14° lofts with a 44” Mitsubishi Kuro Kage shaft
Will suit Fast-swinging, consistent ball-strikers that like to shape the ball from the tee and struggle to achieve accuracy with driver.
GM verdict The combination of the higher loft, deep face and length from front to back makes the Bertha Mini 1.5 a club that’s easy to shape while offering an element of forgiveness on mishits. As expected, both the distance and peak height fit right in between a 3-wood and a driver with an inspiringly powerful feel and distinctive Callaway sound from the sweetspot.
In the wrong hands it won’t be overly inviting to hit, especially from the fairway, but the cosmetics are pleasing on the eye from both top and bottom and many will be surprised at the amount of forgiveness on offer. It’s relatively easy to change the shape and height of your ball flight and the playability from the fairway is decent, offering a stronger alternative on par 5s that have previously been out of reach.
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Joel has worked in the golf industry for over 14 years covering both instruction and more recently equipment. He now oversees all equipment and video content at Golf Monthly, managing a team of talented and passionate writers and presenters in delivering the most thorough and accurate reviews, buying advice, comparisons and deals to help the reader or viewer find exactly what they are looking for.
One of his career highlights came when covering the 2012 Masters he got to play the sacred Augusta National course on the Monday after the tournament concluded, shooting a respectable 86 with just one par and four birdies. To date, his best ever round of golf is a 5-under 67 back in 2011. He currently plays his golf at Burghley Park Golf Club in Stamford, Lincs, with a handicap index of 2.8.
Joel's current What's In The Bag?
Driver: Titleist TSR3, 9°, Fujikura Ventus Black 6 S shaft.
Fairway wood: Titleist TSR3, 15°
Hybrid: Titleist TSi2, 18°
Irons: Titleist T150, 4-PW
Wedges: Titleist Vokey SM10, 50°, 54° and 58°
Putter: LAB Golf DF3
Ball: 2023 Titleist Pro V1x
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