If you've been eyeing the Takomo fairway woods and wondering whether that sleek, blacked-out look is just for show or if these clubs actually perform on the course, you’re in the right place.
We put the Takomo 5-wood through its paces at City Golf, ran a full comparison against our trusty Callaway and TaylorMade woods, and of course, threw in the classic Bogey Book challenges.
Let’s dive in and see if this fairway wood is actually worth your hard-earned cash or if it’s just another good looking club that is overhyped.
Key Takeaways
If you want the TL;DR, here’s the quick scoop on the Takomo Fairway Woods:
- Sleek all-black design with Hazrdus Red Smoke shafts and Lamkin grips
- Surprisingly forgiving on off-center hits
- Consistent draw bias—great for slicers looking to straighten things out
- Sound is crisp and satisfying (unless you're Carl, then it's “loud”)
- Decent value at ~$259, though slightly pricier than expected for a fairway wood
But if you like watching reviews in video format, here is the full video review of the Takomo Ignis D1 Fairway Woods on our YouTube channel.
Are The Takomo Woods Worth The Hype?
First Impressions – Black-on-Black Bragging Rights
The Takomo fairway woods come decked in full blackout mode, here’s the setup:
- Hzrdus Red Smoke Shafts (Stiff & X-Stiff)
- Midsize Lamkin Grips
- Matte Black Carbon Look 17° Clubheads
Carl immediately said it looked like an SUV, and honestly… he’s not wrong, shoutout to Jack Harlow.
Arvo called first dibs on hitting, and from the first swing, he was surprised by how forgiving it felt, especially on toe strikes.
Trackman Testing – High Flight, Crisp Sound, Good Feel
We both hit five shots each to get warmed up and locked in the feel. Arvo noticed a higher flight compared to his usual five-wood, possibly due to loft or shaft differences.
Carl, meanwhile, was testing his first ever X-stiff shaft in a fairway wood, though he opted for a stiff in our Takomo Ignis D1 Driver Review.
But beside that, here are the main takeaways:
- Very forgiving feel, especially low on the face
- Sound was a topic of debate: Arvo thought it was smooth and satisfying; Carl found it loud
- Ball flight was very high for both players, which is a plus for carry distance—but might cost you a few yards in wind
Comparison Time – Takomo vs Callaway & TaylorMade
Carl compared the Takomo 5-wood to his long-time Callaway Mavrik 3-wood, and Arvo put it up against a TaylorMade M5. The results were actually pretty surprising.
- The Takomo wood produced a noticeably more consistent draw, while both the Mavrik and M5 had more of a fade bias.
- Distance was comparable, but the Takomo launched higher across the board.
- Feel-wise, the Takomo felt heavier and more solid at impact.
Even though it’s a newer club to both of us, it gave us more control off the tee and fairway.
Bogey Book Challenges – Closest to the Pin & Longest Shot
We couldn't test clubs without throwing in some of the traditional Bogey Book challenges, so this is what we did:
Closest to the Pin: We played a tough par 3 with only the fairway wood. Tough lies, tough greens, and some hilarious over-the-green bombs made for one of the hardest holes we’ve played. Arvo took the W there.
Longest Shot: Classic Bogey Book showdown. Carl smashed one 270+. Arvo, after a few off-grid misfires, cranked out a 234-yard missile. Both of us were impressed by how easy it was to swing hard with this club and still stay in play.
Pros & Cons
After all the testing, here's what stood out the most. These woods have some serious strengths, but they won’t be for everyone.
✅ Pros
- Beautiful black-on-black design — sleek and confidence-inspiring
- Draw bias makes it great for players who struggle with a slice
- Forgiving on toe strikes and mishits
- Premium shaft and grip combo feels solid
❌ Cons
- Higher ball flight may not suit everyone
- Slightly short on distance compared to traditional five-woods
- $259 price tag is a bit steep for a fairway wood
- Sound might not be everyone’s favorite
Whether these points are a dealbreaker or a green light depends entirely on your game and what you want out of a fairway wood.
Final Thoughts
The main thing here is that after the review we both came away impressed!
I (Arvo) noticed that the ball flight was a bit too high for my liking and the distance wasn’t quite matching his old five-wood, but the consistency of the draw and feel made up for it.
Carl, on the other hand, is already putting this club in the bag. For him, it fits perfectly and he can’t wait to whip it out on the course.
If you’re looking for a fairway wood that looks amazing, feels consistent, and gives you solid control off the turf and tee—this one’s a serious contender, 8.5/10 from the Bogey Book Boys.