TaylorMade Golf makes golf clubs and gear. Its breakthrough product was a stainless steel 12-degree driver that replaced the then-common persimmon wood, offering more forgiveness and easier ball launch, especially for harder golf balls. The driver, nicknamed the Pittsburgh Persimmon, works by using a metalhead that creates higher launch and more consistent distance compared to traditional wooden drivers, helping players hit the ball farther and straighter. The company differentiates itself by pioneering metalwood technology and validating its performance through professional tours, which helped it grow rapidly and dominate the driver market. Its goal is to lead the driver segment and shape the broader golf equipment landscape through trusted performance and innovation in club design.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Debt Financing
Total Funding
$225M
Headquarters
Carlsbad, California
Founded
1979
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