Weight Reduction, Not Just a New Face
Where the base Burner focused on CG placement, the SuperFast follow-up attacked the weight problem directly: a lighter overall build, including a longer 46.5" men's length, designed to let golfers generate more clubhead speed without changing their swing.
A High-MOI Companion to the Lighter Build
TaylorMade paired the lighter build with a high-MOI head design, so the extra speed didn't come at the cost of a smaller forgiveness window, a deliberate attempt to avoid the classic speed-versus-forgiveness trade-off.
Look, Sound and Feel
Sound
A sharp, crisp "crack" at impact that resonated clearly through the swing, a livelier sound than the base Burner's more traditional "thwack."
Look
A predominantly black clubhead with clean, uncluttered lines gave the SuperFast a modern, sleek look that still felt recognizably TaylorMade.
Feel
A comfortable, confidence-inspiring grip and secure hold, with the lighter overall build noticeably easier to generate speed with through the swing.
Pros
- Lightweight design genuinely promotes faster clubhead speed
- Sleek, modern aesthetic distinct from the base Burner
- Favorable player feedback on distance and overall performance
Cons
- Some golfers found the lighter build harder to control
- Less adjustability than newer TaylorMade models
- Long discontinued; collector/secondhand market only
Who Should Use It?
- Golfers who want a straightforward, distance-focused driver without heavy customization.
- Players who benefit from a lighter build to generate additional clubhead speed.
- Those who prioritize a good balance of distance and forgiveness over adjustability.
Suitability by handicap
| High handicap golfers | Yes |
| Mid handicap golfers | Yes |
| Low handicap golfers | No |
Features and Benefits
Design and Aesthetics
A classic yet contemporary look with clean, uncluttered lines, distinct from the base Burner's more traditional styling.
Technology
SuperFast Technology reduced overall club weight to allow faster swing speeds, directly translating into more distance for the same swing effort.
Performance
The lightweight design and large clubhead worked together to help golfers generate exceptional clubhead speed and longer drives.
Distance
The clearest strength: SuperFast Technology combined with a high-MOI design delivered genuinely significant distance gains for its era.
Forgiveness
A generous sweet spot and ample forgiveness, helped by the high-MOI head design that offset the reduced overall weight.
Flight Accuracy
A high launch angle and well-balanced center of gravity gave the SuperFast a reliable, consistent ball flight.
Who Is This For Today?
An interesting historical marker in TaylorMade's speed-focused driver lineage. The same "reduce weight, add speed" philosophy runs through to today's Qi4D LS, just with far more advanced materials.
Conclusion
The Burner SuperFast delivered exactly what its name promised: real, noticeable distance gains through a lighter build, backed by a formidable set of specifications for its time.