I Got The NEW 2024 TaylorMade SECRET DRIVER (Straight IN THE BAG!)

[@rudyzooti7159]

Looks better than the last one

[@tjvbham5831]

I like it. I'm anxious to see the Titleist mini-driver when it comes out. Would be great if they did a throw-back version too, perhaps a updated version of the 975D.

[@LakeStevensPete]

Hi James… great video. I just bought the 2024 Burner MD at 13.5 degrees with regular shaft. I’m a 6 handicap. Hit a few balls on the range then played a round of golf with the Burner MD and left my driver out of the bag. Sacrificed a bit of distance off the tee (maybe 10 yds less) but hit every fairway, EVERY fairway but one. Also hit it off the deck as my 3-wood twice and hit it 235. I will replace my 3-Metal with the Burner MD. Great club

[@simonheath9233]

Bought the 13.5 degree today. Cranked it down to 12° and swapped the weights around … played 9 and hit 6/6 fairways without giving up too much distance. It’s staying in the bag. Thanks pal, you were spot on!

[@CajunScentAmentalsMan]

It reminds me of my old Taylormade Burner driver with the bubbleshaft. The copper color and the head cover. Talk about going down memory lane!!!!

[@edruiz6364]

The bubble shaft should make a comeback.😀

[@BEAN9999]

That was my 1st quality driver ever. Ti bubble 2 driver with bubble shaft.

[@CajunScentAmentalsMan]

Yep that was mine as well in a 10.5 degree head with a stiff flex. I actually still have the old girl. Can't make myself part with it

[@jonduncan1092]

@@edruiz6364 yes! VeloCore bubble

[@colinmorrow5842]

Hi James, I have the 2023 mini burner and I love it. My club is the 13.5 version, I would consider buying the new 2024 version in 11.5 and turning it down to 9.5 and turning up mine to 15.5. This could possibly replace a normal driver and 3 wood with essentially 1 club, 1 swing. Would be interesting to see a video with these 2 loft settings for comparison

[@robertgregory5158]

Hi Colin, would you recommend using it as a 3 wood over a ‘standard’ 3 wood? Love the idea of having a club that you could use as a 3 wood one round, then crank it to a driver the next

[@colinmorrow5842]

Hi Robert, I generally use the club off the tee as I can't use my driver. Its not very often I use it off the deck , but when I do it works really well and it has a fade bias. I don't change the loft I play it in 13.5°. I love the club and would highly it. recommend it ​@robertgregory5158

[@MC_Reds_Mark]

Fabulous idea. Would be a fun video to watch.

[@andrewb1064]

I actually did this with the 2023 version. Not saying it couldn't work but the 13.5 turned up is out of the bag for a 5 wood turned down to 17. Keeping it though as it has a place for some short and tight courses.

[@behindthebarwithjr157]

yeah but when you add loft youre making it upright and when you take off loft its getting flatter

[@newsbluestv3163]

One of my golf mates, has the previous version, and he binned his driver, due to the Burner Mini being more consistent, his length is better than he was with his driver, due to the improvement in efficiency. No more spending most of the round looking for his ball's in the rough. No-brainer.

[@stanislas4990]

Great review. I've just bought a TaylorMade Burner Mini Driver 11.5 (and immediately changed the loft to 9.5) and it's a fantastic club! I cannot miss the fairway and I hit the ball as far as my regular driver 460cc. Great looks, I like the smaller size head, great feeling when I hit the ball. I really like it. Now I want to buy the 13.5 as a fairway wood (and I will turn down the loft to 15 or 15.5).

[@Jsh1201970]

Have last years mini in the lower loft and this years in the higher loft. Have last years lower lofted mini lofted down with heavier weight up front and this years higher lofted mini lofted up with the lighter weight up front. Perfect separation in yardage between the two and the higher lofted mini is a breeze to hit off the deck!

[@Swrman1977]

Yes James do it

[@WIB081]

Yep! We need to see that video!

[@brucebrannon3003]

That would be a great video.

[@golfrichardvc]

The brnr is my second mini driver and I love it. I hit most fairways and cannot believe that more people don't buy one. To me, this edition is just last year's in a new coat and I think it's been reissued as they always sell out

[@jims3650]

Hello James, I still have the old SLDR Mimi Driver and not sure why it went out of my bag, but I have been looking at getting the New one and I think that you have sold me that I need to put one in my bag.

[@brianmcpeake2509]

Yes James do it! I'dove to see all of the mini's head to head

[@huwtoghill3447]

Have the BRNR.. this is the same with a different paint job.. best club on the market by a mile .

[@evoraone4854]

Hi James, I bought the original one when it came out and still use it. I actually had my Even Flow Driver shaft from my Rogue Sub zero cut down and the adapter changed to TM. What an amazing change, not to use the stock standard shaft. The SZ head is lying around with the other old toys and gathering dust. I also bought the 23 BRNR and love it but it certainly is different. Sometimes it doesn’t come down to new tech, just what suits an individual. Looking forward to testing the new one. Great channel, keep it up! Cheers

[@MC_Reds_Mark]

James, two things: 1) Great drives and video on the advantages of the mini. 2) You should absolutely compare all of the mini drivers. It would be a great video!

[@justinmacdonald1753]

Already ordered mine. Saw the first video pop up on KZbin and immediately went and ordered it. Such a good club!

[@maximsmith8493]

It would be interesting to test it against some 3+ woods that are 13.5 degrees see if it's way better off the tee. I carry a Cobra speedzone big tour and love it cause I can easily hit it off the deck as well.

[@Justinvan1097]

I actually did this when I bought mine. I went into the store with my current 3wood (TM Sim rocket 3wood at 13.5 degrees). I did a side by side comparison and even was able to throw the mini driver head on my 3wood shaft and got on best with that actually. The shaft in the mini is about a half inch longer but even the stiff shaft felt a little light and wobbly compared to what I’m used to. Still tinkering with adjustments for the perfect launch angle for me but in the store I was squeaking out about 25 yards more with the mini driver with a lot less effort and more consistency than my 3wood. To be fair I got the 11.5 so the difference in loft accounted for most of the distance I’m sure. But it’s a very confidence inspiring driver from the second it’s in your hands so I felt I was able to swing more freely.

[@dpmiam]

Total class. Looks great! Going to try it on the course tomorrow.

[@steenschaffalitzky8667]

Love it. Can shape the ball left, right, center. You get so confident with it. Not as long as my Cobra Darkspeed driver, but far more accurate.

[@derekbrown6621]

Thanks for the video james Looks a lovely club but can you compare it to a sim 2 max driver with the same 3 wood shaft and length? It could do really well and cost a fraction of the price.that would make a good video

[@timcheeseborough3174]

I bought the 2023 model a couple weeks ago after seeing your review of it. Love it with the stock shaft, BUT, I swapped in my blue Velocore 6.0 driver shaft and wow, what a difference! James, if you happen to try that or already have I'd love to know what you think. Side note....I prefer the looks of the 2023 model :)

[@dg-wq4py]

Just ordered one as been on eBay looking for ages at the brnr and this new one is cheaper than the previous second hand prices!!!

[@garycortesi8406]

How much?

[@adamw9764]

I enjoyed seeing the review on this version, def a sharp looking club. I have the 300 Mini and still put it in the bag from time to time, but I don't see it currently replacing my Ping 10K as a main stick. Great review as usual, James. I will have to keep my eye out on these, maybe trade a few older clubs in for one.

[@chrisanderson4044]

Just thought mine today. Needed something that still went far but was easier to keep inside tighter dispersions for tighter courses. Swaps in and out with my 3 wood.

[@casualguy3938]

A smaller head causes less aerodynamic drag, which means that isn't 1 of the places you will lose distance compared with your normal driver. An important place you are going to lose distance compared with your driver is in the shaft length. I use a different mini driver, the brand isn't important, but since I built it myself I made it 44" long instead of making it a 3 wood length (about 43"). For about 12 rounds of use, I was about 10 yards shorter on my tee shots than with my driver the previous year (checked with Arrcos swing caddy) but the main difference is that I found the fairway more often off the tee. I've been lucky to be pretty accurate off the tee, but I don't even carry a driver anymore, and standing on the tee box I always have confidence that my 2nd shot is going to be from the short stuff. The cool thing is that the sole of my mini driver is such that it allows me to hit it off the deck. However, I have a 43.5" 3 wood that is only about 15 yards shorter than my driver. My big hitter friends get mad pretty often on par 4s and 5s hahaha.

[@DanB-]

I think you should put it in the bag but back up to 13.5 loft and keep the weight forward, then you have a strong 3 wood for tight tee shots and to use from the fairway, but also a proper driver for most tee shots.

[@chetlovesmer9549]

Hi James, That's a very good looking offering from Taylormade. They are $450.00 here in the US.

[@georgethomson5922]

Only complaint is in the uk you can only order it in a stiff or regular shaft but on the us TM website you get various shaft options.

[@Justinvan1097]

Literally just picked one up today. First driver I’ve ever grabbed off a rack and hit nothing but dead straight center fairway rockets. After 10 swings in a row not missing a fairway I couldn’t help but grab it and went with the 11.5. Still need to tinker between lofts and weights on which set up will be my optimum launch condition. Great review, put it in the bag!

[@shaunkelley55]

Just ordered one, do you hit it like normal driver, with tee height

[@Justinvan1097]

@@shaunkelley55 no definitely not. Treat it much more like teeing off with a 3 wood. Same height off the tee as a 3 wood and same downward attack angle. That’s what works for me anyways. I’m very comfortable teeing off with my 3 wood so I swing it the same, especially given the shafts are the same length.

[@shaunkelley55]

@@Justinvan1097 ok thank you 👍

[@ronj9460]

Yes James compare every model. I still have the Aeroburner Mini in my bag, for when I need accuracy over total distance.

[@donb9748]

I carry the Aero also. It’s the top of my bag. I don’t have anything that I hit farther.

[@billg3535]

James-yes please test and compare all 4 TM Mini Drivers. Regarding looks I like them; but I like my 300 Mini better from the address positions better.

[@GOLFADDICT65]

My only issue is you can't get it ordered in a midsize grip just the standard so I would have to get the grip changed right away great review love this version cheers from Canada

[@suringhelani5218]

Yes James please do a comparison of all 3! Looks great hopefully we get them here in Australia. Will see if I can find one to try. Thanks for the reviews.

[@k.b.3832]

Love the rollback look. Wish they would put out a Burner driver with same colors.

[@l33ble]

The prices are mental!! I have an SLDR mini in a cupboard somewhere and I’m sure it was nowhere near this price. Be good to see a comparison with an actual driver head in a 3 wood shaft.

[@JohnCrawford-c4l]

Don't blame you for being in love with that club! A recommendation for you - eliminate sugar in your diet for 30 days; avoid processed food to the greatest extent possible; do not use seed oils. I did those things and dropped 10 kilos in a month and feel (and look) oh so much better.

[@GONADSable]

Yes James I am a true believer that mini driver are better than standard drivers for most mid to high handicappers ,I want one but will have save up as these are so expensive and over priced like everything else is with golf equipment

[@chrisjewell9787]

Why not try a standard driver at 11.5 loft (or higher than 9). Love to see a 18 hole round score with a higher lofted driver and game improvement irons or match against Chris. Interesting to see if fairways and center of green score better than the “workability/control” of lower HC clubs/settings.

[@markhemmingway4624]

Would you recommend one of these for someone who struggles with driver but decent with a 5 wood from the tee?

[@qtrmilemalone]

I replaced my 3 wood with the BRNR mini, it’s driver B for me for when my ping doesn’t cooperate. It won’t fix a slice or hook, but it’s much easier to control and keep it in play.

[@codydunagan6439]

Yes

[@hoppman6649]

Let mid-handicap Dave hit it and see if it is a fit for him. Love the color, looked at adding a premium shaft and the price really goes up. Had an older model years ago, didn't get along with it then.

[@freemanwells7891]

Ordered one a couple weeks ago, should have it soon! Senior golfer, retired, live in the beautiful tropics of the Philippines, play year round, 3-4 rounds a week, 7hc

[@jimconway5921]

On looks its stunning - probably the price will be, only downside given the latest push for getting the right shaft, weight configuration etc is the ability to get a custom fit option.

[@gerryconstant4914]

Kind of looks like the first Taylor Made drive I bought in the mid 90s for $100 on sale. It had that brown/copper look & had the smaller head with the bubble shaft (remember those). It was the club Kevin Costner hit in his movie Tin Cup.

[@russellbennett1399]

Do the mini full test!! I adore my 300 series, best club in my bag, only lose 20 yards over TSR3 driver but nearly always in play...

[@tomtempinski2781]

I bought last year's mini driver. I love it, best feeling driver I have ever hit. I also hit it better off the fairway better than any 3 wood I have owned.

[@500VulcanRider]

Think it would be cool to see a comparison of them all, from the Original One Mini Driver, the Aero Burner mini all the way up to this new one!!!!

[@WIB081]

James your mini driver videos are the best! Your enthusiasm really comes through and makes the hype around them that much better! I have the 23 version and your honest review helped me decide on giving it a shot. Cheers dude keep the Mini driver vids coming!

[@stephenjowett7296]

For me mini drivers have been a saviour. The brnr ones look fab and perform. Do you want 240 yds straight or 270 all over the place??

[@craigbailey2628]

I do like the Retro look of the 2024 mini. Reminds me of the Burner Bubble in the 1990s.

[@Gatorgolfusa]

Absolutely nothing gets me more excited in golf than a brand new Mini driver! I do wish other manufacturers would try bringing out one in small batches? Great video ROBO and Bobby! 🐊🏌⛳️🦅🇺🇲❤️

[@Juffooful]

Managed to grab one today after seeing an Insta post that they have gone live! Got it for cheaper than a 2023 BRNR I was tracking on eBay! Cant wait to hit it.

[@bradleyhoey5684]

Yes, James, do it! Compare them all!

[@ijb4815]

I have managed to order one this evening. Thanks James for letting us know they have been released 😊

[@danielbaker7763]

I’ve had the sldr mini driver for a long time now. Have tried so many different drivers, and even have had driver fittings with the latest and greatest drivers but keep going back to the SLDR mini. The distance I lose compared to a driver is minimal and is far outweighed by the unbelievable consistency I get with the mini . I hit fairways with it and therefore score consistently better. Very Tempted to get hold of this new BRNR copper mini!!!

[@CHET_CHADDINGTON]

Sorry to necro this. Did you end up getting the new brnr? I'm also playing the sldr mini and I love it. If you did get it how does it feel compared to the sldr?

[@grahamfox7568]

Ordered the 11.5 version, i have PXG gen5 3, 5 and gen6 7 woods. So getting it at 13.5 seemed like duplication. So 11.5 degree driver alternative for tighter fairways, long par 3's or short par 4's seemed to be the way to go. The other positive is if it turns out to be a dud for me, I'll probably make £100 selling it on. No brainer as i see it.

[@hectormartinez5901]

$449 !!! … I bought the 2011 pxg driver when on sale for $99 and order to my specs, but would like to try the mini 😁… keep up the good work!

[@herbpalmer7501]

Yes please! Test al three side by side by side...the 300, BRNR new Copper Burner. I have the 300 and love it! Thanks

[@timdench2583]

Would be great to see a comparison James. Both off the deck and with tees. BTW, Dave H wants to borrow it😮

[@chrish8419]

Gamed one on Saturday.... what a club. My mate managed to get one Friday on next day delivery. Inspires so much confidence. Mine comes today!

[@andrewferguson1013]

Hi there, may I ask plse if you've had a chance yet to use this club in anger? If so, how are you finding it plse? For reference, my SS is only about 90mph, so not fast lol! Many thanks Andrew

[@BEAN9999]

I will probably stick to one of my mini driver/3wd replacements, i have original one mini driver 11.5* or my stealth plus 13.5* or my cobra big tour set at 12* or even my long tom 2 wood 12*. All 4 offer different flights and distances. I guarantee everybody, all 4 of these are easier to hit that any modern day mini driver. Depends on if you are buying it for tee shots or fairway shots.

[@michaelreilly5888]

I think it looks much like the TaylorMade 1998 K sole titanium driver but larger. Very nice!

[@NextFairwayNorm]

I’m waiting to see the Titleist first then an order will be placed. Love the mini drivers❤Yes James video on all. I have the SLDR and would love to see comparisons

[@guymckechnie1441]

Rad! You can send me your dented old one! hahaha.. It's fantastic to see the childlike excitement. Enjoy it

[@seanconnors7639]

Would love to see testing of the mini driver versus one of the main brand drivers at a similar loft (11.5 mini vs 12 degree driver) I must be the exception, since every time I’ve tried a mini driver. I always tend to want to go back to my 12° normal size driver!

[@scottlammers1778]

I loved my 2023 BRNR, but someone stole it from my bag last summer. Looks like I might have to pony up again and get this before it sells out.

[@mikejanssen6344]

James, do it, line up all the TM Mini drivers and let’m rip. I have the 2024 and at 270-285, I am done with 460 cc drivers.

[@daveholden3915]

Great video Jason. It looks great. Do the video comparing them all. Would be interesting to see what improvements they have made 👍

[@ramizs76]

Looks absolutely gorgeous. Is it shorter than a standard driver? My driver game is none-existent but i can hit my hybrid fairly well. Would this be a club for me?

[@mattrichards3070]

Had a gander at one in my local range, and I was very impressed. Definitely the first one to really get me thinking about pulling the trigger. But I NEED that headcover, play a match for it? 👀😂

[@tincup881]

Absolutely gorgeous. Old school burner is one of my absolute favorite drivers. Wish I still had mine.

[@crispyduck1706]

might have one in the garage if you want it

[@ConfusedCurling-ob5lo]

Hi James! I have been struggling with my driver of late so just ordered one you are showcasing today! Yes I have taken a little risk not being fitted for it but worst case scenario I won’t lose money if it doesn’t work out, as long as I don’t put a sky mark on it like Dave did 😂😂😂🤞

[@chadode9048]

Looks great! But serious question - what is the difference between a mini driver and a standard driver with a shortened shaft? wouldnt i want the larger head? Great video - Thanks!

[@pbode1]

My thought exactly

[@discr1709]

You’re going to start messing with swing weight, as driver heads will be lighter than a mini-driver head due to shaft length they are made for. You can add weight to a driver head, though, so it’d be worth a tinker. I will say, due to shorter shaft length, I hit the middle of my mini-driver way more often so don’t need a larger face/head.

[@fretless05]

Would I spend the money for a new mini driver... well, no. But, that said, I rarely pay to buy any clubs from big name manufacturers (I did buy new Sub 70 clubs). I appreciate how excited you get testing these clubs, but, correct me if I'm wrong, but you don't have one in your bag- don't you play the Paradigm AI Smoke? I love the idea of a mini driver, and am considering attempting to find one used for a decent price to use as a 2W, as my distances for my 3 and 5 woods aren't different enough to warrant carrying both; this seems like a great alternative as a tee club with (maybe) some occasional use from the fairway.

[@500VulcanRider]

Love it but I still have my 300 Mini Driver so I really don't need a new one yet BUT when I do!!!

[@32Mrtone]

You might be the only reviewer on youtube that showed last year's and this year's mini driver in the same vid. thank you!!

[@psackett62]

I prefer the look of last years model with the glossy top. I've had mine since last November and its the nuts.

[@rufussthoo4083]

Although I would like to, I've not tried one. I find the heads on most 460cc drivers visually too large and lean toward a 430cc head. Unfortunately, there aren't many of those around. Would I consider buying a mini driver? Absolutely - if they weren't so bloody expensive.

[@tommiethatcher7265]

Yes I’m old and I remember the grips 😂😂. The new colours have improved the looks in my option James and it’s another quality review

[@derbananenliebendepavian8721]

I think it looks much better than the full blown big head drivers from TaylorMade which I really hate... How about a comparison between the mini driver and the Qi10 - on the course?

[@therealbeedubbs35]

Yes James do it. Because I want a mini driver but don’t have the funds. If I can find a second hand one knowing the difference between them would be great info! Love ur videos btw 💜

[@foregolf47]

Please do the comparisons with the previous generations. I have second one and I've been very happy with it.

[@gregbarthjr9621]

Looks outstanding! Yes, I play a mini 300 driver. Love it! This looks like my next one.

[@Gnarley69]

Got mine ordered today! Should arrive just in time for my course to open.

[@daman1810]

Any good?

[@Gnarley69]

@@daman1810 I love it. I hit it as far as the driver it replaced and much more accurately. Probably confidence letting me feel I can swing faster without worrying about being erratic. Also easy to hit off the deck given a decent lie. Haven't tested from bad lies.

[@steelfan3657]

I like the looks. Would love to see all three lined up

[@tonymullarkey7949]

Yes James! Test all versions of the TM Mini Driver please 🙏

[@kennethlawrence8680]

Yes James i orderesd the previous brn on ebay but now i want the newer copper versions so i have now cancelled the older versions.

[@stu7803]

Is this a single club replacement for a driver and 3 wood? If so it would be good to see it hit off the deck. I have similar experience with a 3 wood i.e. more accurate and not much less distance. Would I see a difference with a 3 wood?

[@donbernhardt2424]

I have the Original One and just picked up the 2024 model. I'd love to see a comparison.

[@davingray865]

I had the older model and for me, I was no more accurate than with my normal driver, and on average 20 yards shorter. So there was no reason to keep it in the bag. I don’t run with a 3 wood as I find I don’t need one, so I definitely don’t need a mini drive there. I’ll just have to work on my 61% fairways hit with my driver

[@neilgraham2607]

Would live to see all the versions up against each other I have the burner mini driver and can’t stop putting it back in the bag, so consistent

[@michaelwildman5153]

Yes james do it. I have the original one and it has changed my game completely from the tee. Looking at buying the new but would love to see comparisons. .ine is 11.5 turned down one notch on the sleeve

[@jeffnahass8373]

I pulled an X stiff bubble shaft off an old burner, put a TM tip on it, and am dying pair a mini driver up with it

[@jeremy7818]

Yes James do it! All minis for minis and coffee outing

[@juiceqc7716]

Yes James. Do it. I game a 300 as a second driver. Seldom use the big stick.

[@alastairwilson4597]

As somebody who doesn’t hit it miles I was thinking of taking out my 3 wood and replacing it with this, still keeping my full size driver for some tee shots? Thoughts anybody please??

[@Marty1114]

Yes James, please do it. Thank you

[@fillingtime4788]

Yes James do the mini driver evolution vid pls. Great review, thanks for doing this topic.

[@joshholmes]

I definitely prefer the rainbow headcover. However, that driver looks amazing!

[@atamagashock]

Almost pulled the trigger on a used one and just found out today they are back. Going as soon as I get home to buy it