TaylorMade · Hybrid · 2021
SIM2 Max Rescue
CaddyIndex™ breakdown — what the agentic research found across each of the six performance dimensions, with cited sources.
You're a 10-30 HCP at 80-110mph average-swing player who wants top-of-class 2021 GI hybrid distance + V Steel turf interaction + carbon-crown muted acoustic, willing to live with a fixed hosel for a heavily-depreciated 2021 model.
You need adjustable-hosel fitting flexibility (the 2020 SIM Max had it), you want a workable compact tour-shape head, or you want current-generation TaylorMade tech.
Pros
- Bubbling away at the top of 2021 Hybrid Test charts — top-of-class 2021 distance
- Independent testing: 135.2mph ball speed + 220yd avg carry + towering trajectory and soft landing
- Updated V-Steel sole + larger footprint + Twist Face + Thru-Slot Speed Pocket — class-leading 2021 GI forgiveness
- Carbon in the crown — creates a more muted sound than similar hybrids
Cons
- Limiting factor compared to other manufacturers is the fixed hosel with no adjustability — REGRESSION vs SIM Max Rescue 2020's adjustable hosel
- Oversize GI body — not for ball-strikers who want a compact tour-shape hybrid
- Now 4 years old (2021 release) — superseded by Stealth, Qi10, Qi35, Qi4D generations
- High-launch / mid-spin profile + towering trajectory — may struggle in wind for slow-swing players
By dimension
Forgiveness
Updated V-Steel design sole redistributes weight to enhance forgiveness while keeping the center of gravity low. Twist Face technology designed to help straighten shots that aren't hit from the middle of the face. Thru-Slot Speed Pocket provides increased face flexibility, preservation of ball speed and distance, especially on low-face strikes. Larger footprint with more weight deeper behind the clubface that adds to launch and forgiveness. Above-average forgiveness — V Steel + Twist Face + Speed Pocket + oversize footprint combine for GI-focused 2021 forgiveness.
Distance
Independent testing with an average swing speed of 93.5mph: 135.2mph average ball speed, 14° launch, 206yd average carry. Overall average carry yardage of 220 yards, while a 19.5° model produced an impressive 217 yards of average carry. TaylorMade Rescues took top spot for distance in hybrid tests for several years — this one bubbling away at the top of the 2021 Hybrid Test charts. Above-average distance — 135.2mph ball speed + 217-220yd avg carry on 19.5°; top-of-charts in 2021 hybrid testing.
Workability
Wider body gives a powerful but forgiving high-launching, mid-spin ball flight, creating a towering trajectory and soft landing. Aimed at providing a mixture of distance and forgiveness that fits soundly in an average golfer's bag — GI emphasis. Below-average workability — oversize GI body + fixed hosel + towering high-launch flight imposes a straight controlled trajectory, not shape-shifting.
Feel
Feels and sounds solid with C300 steel face. Carbon in the crown creates a more muted sound and adds refined impact damping. Premium SIM family feel signature continues. Above-average feel — solid C300 impact + carbon-crown damping refinement.
Sound
Carbon in the crown creates a more muted sound than similar golf clubs, though it still has a metallic sound thanks to the V Steel sole. SIM2 family acoustic continues TaylorMade Rescue tradition. Above-average sound — carbon-crown muted with V Steel metallic tones; controlled premium TM acoustic.
Looks at address
Larger footprint with more weight deeper behind the clubface that adds to launch and forgiveness. Wider body design philosophy. SIM2 family aesthetic with carbon crown visible at address. Above-average address — larger wider GI footprint + carbon-crown visible aesthetic; inviting for average-golfer target.
Sources
Some of the reviews, lab tests and head-to-head comparisons the agentic research read while grading this club.
- TaylorMade SIM2 and SIM2 Max Rescue Hybrids Review - Today's Golfer (top of 2021 Hybrid Test charts, 135.2mph ball speed at 93.5mph swing, 206yd avg carry, fixed hosel limiting factor vs other manufacturers, updated V-Steel sole redistributes weight, all-rounder ball flight)
- TaylorMade SIM2 and SIM2 Max Rescue Review - Golfalot (overall avg carry 220yd / 19.5° model 217yd, depressed toe/heel sections for turf interaction, Thru-Slot Speed Pocket low-face flexibility)
- SIM2 Max Rescue - TaylorMade (larger footprint with more weight deeper behind clubface, wider body, towering trajectory and soft landing, carbon crown more muted sound but metallic from V Steel sole)