endy 229 Posted June 11, 2017. endy. A 19-degree 818H1 is on my list to replace my 915F 5W in 2018. Felt fantastic. money, time and performance. pa thetic !!! The Fasten8 shoe also features a non-stretch, waterproof and breathable mesh construction in the forefoot area, which bids to provide versatile performance in varying weather conditions and SoleShield, a micro-thin TPU film that is vacuum-formed around the midsole to make cleaning off dirt and debris quick and easy. Without these all have the same shaft, weight, and length, this is a really awkward comparison. Hooks have turned into draws and slices into fades. Am sticking with my two hybrids which I was fitted for by a Titleist fitter. Thanks MGS. I am not saying they are the best 3 but certainly a test missing all of them is odd don’t you think? Nice test. The average of the 2nd club is 2 yards longer, but I think all of us would agree the 1st club is the more reliable performer. THE TOP 3 HYBRIDS OF 2017 - RICK SHIELS VIEWERS CHOICE AWARDSThese were picked by my audience. The only hybrids that appear to have a loft around 16 degrees are Cobra F7 and Srixon. Plus you can buy used for $60-$100. Copyright © 2020 GolfWRX Holdings, LLC. Now as an 18 handicap you would say I should have likely never bought this club in the first place, which is probably true. Ping does a ton of R&D. That’s why we love strokes gained as a metric. Don’t make buying golf clubs hard, unless you are a single handicapper or better. If these were separated into GI and better player the Apex would be #1 for the better player I imagine, maybe #2 to the smaller Titleist. 12 Best Hybrid Golf Clubs 2017. I find it difficult to think the distances varied so much on proper contact … sweet spot … swing speed … attack angle … etc. new doesn’t mean better but I’ll keep on trying . I will never replace my trusty 3 wood. If you're in the market for a new golf hybrid then don't think about making a purchase before reading this. Ignite Fasten8 Pro is available in five colorways in the same size range, while Ignite Fasten8 Women’s is available in sizes 5.5-12 in four colorways. Agreed with having a goal. We run down the best long iron replacements on the market for 2018. 915H 21* w/KBS Tour Graphite Hybrid Prototype 915H 24* w/KBS Tour Graphite Hybrid Prototype Irons: TR20V 6-11 w/Vizard TR20-85 Graphite Wedge: 588 54-14, 58-12 Putter: Ten S Backups: 6330, ER2.2, Member: MGS Hitsquad since 2017 I check the numbers and if theres one thats gives me good numbers I get a demo and try it on the course heads up against my Adams XTD and every year I return the demo. I haven’t played a TaylorMade hybrid/rescue club in years. 2017 Hot List 2017 Hot List: Fairway Woods Australian Golf Digest Callaway Callaway Big Bertha Fusion Callaway GBB Epic/Sub Zero Cobra COBRA KING F7 Cobra King LTD Black Equipment Golf Equipment Honma TW737 FW/FWC Mizuno Mizuno JPX-900 PING PING G TaylorMade TaylorMade M1 2017 TaylorMade M2 (2017) Titleist Titleist 917F2/F3 Tour Edge … In a simple example, using a 3 shot sample: Club 1 – 199, 200, and 201. Hybrids are asked to perform many jobs; they are utility players that are hit from the tee, the fairway, the rough, on par 3s, into par 5s and long par 4s, and even used to chip around the greens and hit out of fairway bunkers. My issue with the 3 wood was always picking it, topping. Our implementation of the SG methodology for iron and hybrid testing focuses on the average distance. Couldn’t agree more, loved the F7 hybrid so much I bought the 3wood… absolutely love them both. You can follow GolfWRX on Twitter @GolfWRX, Facebook and Instagram. And no Epic Hybrid? Hybrids are scoring clubs. Learn how your comment data is processed. But I got a great deal on the club and wanted to try something with a heavier shaft. Puma Golf has today introduced the newest addition to its popular spikeless franchise: theÂ, “The new Ignite Fasten8 shoe continues to deliver the cool, classic style that has become synonymous with PUMA Golf, in a popular mix of colorways that will appeal to a wide range of players, When you combine our innovative new Fasten8 Fit System with Puma’s other impressive footwear technologies you have a shoe that delivers true versatility, style and performance, all while ensuring the perfect fit and feel for every golfer.”Â, Puma’s Ignite Fasten8 and Ignite Fasten8 Disc are available in six colorways in sizes 7-14. Best Overall: Callaway Epic Flash Hybrid at Golf Galaxy "Lets golfers of all skill levels hit better and farther all over the course." Still might be tough to kick the 08 Bafller Pro out of the bag though! Not too big, not too small. How did you account for loft? jimwright: The Callaway Epic hybrid is just the perfect size and shape. And it seems the other major manufacturers have attempted to get a piece of this super premium market where sets of irons are well over £1,000. Its great to look at the data that MGS has allowed, but don’t get consumed with it. They are hard to beat in woods and hybrids. Golf; 10 Best Hybrid Golf Clubs For 2017. by. The consumer is then able to apply the industry’s richest set of head-to-head data collection to help unlock their full potential. Where does that leave me? It’s well known in marketing circles that golf club purchases are based on emotions… and after having bought the clubs trying to justify the purchase with desperate logic like “they are the best”, and “I love them”, and “so-and-so plays them and he won with them”!!! Great showing for Wilson Staff here, and when you consider price, even better. Assuming it’s the latter, I would recommend the hybrid that hits that distance with the most consistency while minimizing left/right dispersion. The best hybrids erase the fear of hitting low-lofted, long-shafted clubs off the ground. I have plenty of distance but I’m looking for a “safety” club with the most amount of forgiveness. ... Wednesday 19 July 2017 16:31. Cobra King F6 Baffler 18.5° 4-5W LTD Rogue Black 70 S The finalists were Ping G and the Tour Edge EX 10. Well, we've put together this handy hybrid buying guide, featuring the likes of Cobra, Srixon, TaylorMade, Titleist and Wilson Staff to help you find the perfect hyrbid for your game. We felt we had gathered enough launch monitor data on these products so wanted to think about more about how much confidence they gave us at address, what they sounded and felt like … Thanks for the illumination. Excellent data from MGS, but do yourself a favor and get fitted. It does a better job of pulling all the metrics together and gives us a better picture of what performance might look like not just on a golf course, but on the score card. It boils down to strokes gained, which in cases like this generally comes from consistency of distance. The Fasten8 also features PWRCAGE (a TPU saddle integrated with midfoot support webbing straps), and PWRFRAME (an ultra-thin TPU frame placed in high-stress areas) technologies, both of which are designed to contribute to greater overall stability during the swing and increased comfort while walking.Â, Speaking on the new additions from Puma, Andrew Lawson, PLM, Footwear, Puma Golf said, “The new Ignite Fasten8 shoe continues to deliver the cool, classic style that has become synonymous with PUMA Golf, in a popular mix of colorways that will appeal to a wide range of players. When you combine our innovative new Fasten8 Fit System with Puma’s other impressive footwear technologies you have a shoe that delivers true versatility, style and performance, all while ensuring the perfect fit and feel for every golfer.”Â. If you can find an F6 Baffler, give it a shot, or I’d recommend the F7 listed above. Based purely on my opinion, I think there wasn’t likely much direct impact since we tested exclusively from fairway lies. The internal weighting and the materials used are fantastic. What are the consequences of being long and short of the target? Quite a few surprises!! Tony, Sorry for all the questions but thank you for always providing reliable and logical answers. It took me 5 years to replace an old Nike CPR2, because I couldn’t find something I liked more. That was a great hybrid. I want my hybid to be accurate, easy to hit off the fairway and the rough, fly as far if not further than than its counter part iron, and land softly not roll out very far. I agree. What actually stands out with the Cobra F7 is that it spins the most and has the highest apex and steepest descent. While you may use your hybrid (particularly stronger lofted ones) off the tee on the occasional par 4 or par 5, more often than not, most of us find ourselves hitting hybrids into greens. Golf.com ends their review with this high praise: “Nearly universally loved, the Callaway GBB Epic is the top model tested. Your email address will not be published. I like the Big Bertha OS 2016 Hybrids – forgiving, long, and consistent, EZ. Accurate, easy to hit off the fairway and tee and longer than I expected. Any chance you’d add each club’s tested loft to the chart? I’ll be talking about only the best hybrids that were released in 2018. A panoply of personal preferences…. I’ve hit the irons, and, well when I read that 2015 iron test Tony referenced, I wasn’t so surprised at the results. Haven’t tried the apex though.Â. For me I hook most hybrids hard, but the Callaway Apex is money. That means providing you with equipment reviews you can trust, That list is pretty big, and have played a few, but the Titleist wins for me. Hybrids were more of a mixed bag when it comes to reviews this year. Bagging the F7, took its maiden voyage to the range last night, so easy to hit and hard to slice. Thank you MGS!! It once had the best 3 woods hands down. Thank you for this work. Why the lol think about it. So it’s no surprise to see their hybrid get one of the top spots. Skait up yo. Take that info, and apply it to a strokes gained methodology where the resulting lie condition (rough vs. fairway vs. green) has a significant impact on the resulting strokes gained value and you can see how clubs can move up or down the rankings in spite of what appears to be a better average for a given metric. Callaway Epic Flash. With the rails on the cobras, I can swing down and confidently make solid contact. Copyright 2021. I wanted to add, in fairness, I have not hit the Srixon to compare. Look at the chart closely, look at number 1, look at number 10, look at the bottom…we are not talking much of a difference at all. I am assuming that they all had the same shaft and loft for an equal comparison. #ConsumerFirst. No reason to change to the F7 but, as MGS says, the F7 is the one if your looking for a hybrid. The lower handicap player uses it in a much different way than a high handicapper does. Only a sissy would make that remark. The best hybrid I’ve played so far. Like irons, hybrids are most often used for hitting a specific distance (tied to the gaps within the rest of your bag) and so most of us carry a hybrid that gets us that distance rather than the one that goes the farthest. I play the F6 and you can read my review I posted. Personally, I’d like to see a comparison of those in distance, accuracy, and stopping power and a better explanation why one may be better over the other. I appreciate the rigorous testing, but Ping and Srixon again? Wondering how you compared distance. (The H2 is a bit more iron-like, with a smaller head, which fits my eye even better for the shorter hybrid.). Not bad off the tee either. And when it comes to finding the right equipment, it’s critical. Did each of these voters test each of the Hybrids? Disclaimer: Best use is out of rough because of the bottom rails. I understand your reasons for not including Tour Edge in your testing. We’re more than happy to include Tour Edge products, however, the company has declined to participate in any test since 2015 – after its irons finished at the bottom of our GI test. I also use it off the tee quite often to get into a good rhythm. The rails really shine on the hybrid. Not sure how you graded this test but this time you weighted the criteria incorrectly. So then I guess it’s reasonable to assume that when you go into a golf shop you only hit clubs with the same shaft and the same lie angle? Looking at maybe doing even a 16 degree to replace my 3 wood. Definitely curbed my 915, and no more dealing with the dirt slot. Technically they are called hybrids because they are a blending of the long iron and the fairway wood. It’s a shame. So far every year Ive returned the demo. We do this by employing consistent testing methodologies and advanced golf analytics inside our 100% independent test facility. I bought one this summer. The Adams Golf Super LS Hybrid is a sturdy club which is great for replacing a 3-wood. Nothing can beat the g25 2,3,&4h and g20 5&6 hybrids I an an absolute golf go but just havn’t bothered with looking at anything other than TEEs in this category for past 6 years. I’d swap 5/10 yards in distance for accuracy any day. 7 yards difference ? You can at least take the fact that the Srixon provided more ball speed on average. Here, Autobytel takes a look at the 10 best hybrid … Oh man, the Callaway X Hot 20 degree hybrid was the best hybrid I ever had. The F7 is a low penetrating shot. It’s friggin incredible when you have a tucked back pin over warter. Though overall distance will be a product of several variables one thing that is key to more distance is ball speed. The 8 webbing straps are secured from underneath the foot, and when the laces, or Disc, are tightened, each of the Fasten8 straps aims to deliver an exceptionally secure, personalized fit for players with all foot shapes and sizes. If you want the best hybrid that was released in 2019, this is the one for you. “At the same time, the most durable finishes often aren’t stunning. Horses for courses as another popular tester likes to say, but it is the one that fits my swing the best. Shame they choose not to compete. If the loft is 18*, I sure wouldn’t call it a #3 hybrid. We test everything at the stock loft. Testing takes months to complete. Every year when new hybrids hit the market I go to my local big name Golf shop and hit them all. I choose my old Mizuno MP titanium 5 wood or my 2 iron over a hybrid. In the poll above, please vote for the hybrids that you believe to be the best of the best this year. No Epic? Hybrids are very personal and how you hit them determines a lot about which ones will fit you. Currently gaming a Titleist 910H but from the looks of it the F7 was the most forgiving? Highly recommend it. It helps support this site and other golfers around the world. The rails also come in handy. Top-Rated Hybrid Golf Clubs. Jeez, I even scrolled back up 3 times before commenting to make sure I didn’t miss that info and look like a fool for asking. I check the numbers and if theres one that gives me good numbers I get a demo and try it on the course heads up against my Adams XTD. Adams Golf Super LS Hybrid–Rating of 4.6. Thank you for the test. Agree with Jim re Tour Edge. 0 #2. I was wondering if you had any further insight for someone looking primarily to hit the hybrid off the tee instead of the fairway. Great selection of no up charge shafts also. I did see that link but it looked like it was just a link to general guidelines on their testing and didn’t realize it was in fact specific to the hybrid test. Sadly one day at the range, the face caved in and that was that. The Fasten8 lace version is also available in several eye-catching colorways for women ($100). As for the results, I would agree with the winner (having hit many of these). Now try a real woman! Gold. KCCO: I’ve played with a Titleist H2 21-degree and loved it. Hybrids are scoring clubs. Check out the forum thread for the full results and discussion. “Very often, wedge finishes can be beautiful, but they won’t last,” said Vokey. Right off the bat, I think the best hybrid of the year for players who tend to pull or hook a hybrid is the TaylorMade M3 Rescue. In the real world, OEM lie angles are all over the map, and the same shaft comparison, in addition to being impractical, is largely irrelevant. Sure it probably averages 15 yards shorter (also have a higher launching shaft on it), but it is way more forgiving. Hybrid grips have moisture-wicking properties, which is helpful for golfers whose hands sweat while playing. Tour Edge seems foolish to me for declining to participate. For the third installment of ClubTest 2017, our 40-player panel tested 16 fairway woods and 18 hybrids to help you find the perfect long club for your game. DID YOU KNOW: If only 1% of MyGolfSpy readers donated $25, we would be able to become completely independent in 12-months. G400 looks and feels great.Â. Several others, but not from 2017. dcorun: Voted for the F7 but, I’m currently playing the F6. Shaft length is about the same on both the current 3-4 hybrid, and the Baffler. Not buying it so far. With a shorter shaft a hybrid is easier to hit off the ground and goes suffiently far to substitute for a 3 wood. Best Budget: Pine Meadow Men’s Excel EGI Hybrid Club at Amazon "A truly excellent club for anyone who is just learning to golf." Bar none. The result of the material and additional time is a rich deep finish that not only looks great but also has a longer life compared to traditional PVD. Bomber_11: Taylormade M2 tops my list and checks all the boxes you need in a hybrid. It’s long, forgiving, accurate, and aesthetically pleasing.Â, Sef: I haven’t found anything to top the Apex hybrid, looking forward to trying the 818 H2 though. If that were the case, a 2 would be 15*? It is really a shame about them declining this test and the FW test. We put 16 different hybrids to the test to see which club can take the most strokes off of your game. However, 2018 hybrids have great shaping and set up squarely. This is the most impressive current listing from the GolfWRX BST, and if you are curious about the rules to participate in the BST Forum you can check them out here: GolfWRX BST Rules, There is rare, and then there is this: 17/81 TaylorMade T7PW – Masters Edition irons sealed in the box ready for your enjoyment. For example, knowing the Cobra launches high with a lot of (relative) spin compared to the Ping, you could use that as a jumping off point and fine tune the club to the player after that. “Here’s my WITB, now tell my about yours and how do they feeel?”. I think you need to start with the goal in mind. Try the F6 or F7 2/3 hybrid. The wedges will be priced at $199 in their stock configuration which features a True Temper Dynamic Gold S200 and custom BV Wings New Decade Multi Compound grip from Golf Pride. I’m mean seriously this is weird stuff for an old hooker. It’s powerful, playable, accurate and looks great.” Best 2017 HYBRIDS. However this year I switched to the Titleist 816 H2. Tony, Enhanced comfort and performance in a variety of turf conditions (or even for wear off the course) is provided by a strategically designed, organically-altered traction pattern in the sole, as well as IGNITE Foam in the midsole, which bids to yield energy return and cushioning throughout the course of 18 holes. If long and short leave you clean lies, you have more flexibility than in a situation where long and short leave you in the rough, in a bunker, or taking a drop. Were asking you to cast your vote for the best hybrids of 2017. Good points and thanks for responding. It has become my go to in a variety of situations. I agree with the Cobra F7 being really good. Very personal!! In addition, the Fasten8 Pro features a microfiber upper for style and performance. I currently have a TM 17degree that is due to be upgraded. The lower handicapper generally will buy it for a particular distance they lack or need, a much higher handicap with slower club head speed may buy it because of launch….Those should be your criteria after hitting a few. Performance was perfect for me. The Adams and Ping were the best of all those I tried. #1. Click through to … Within that context, longer, be it loft driven or shaft length driven is only better, if it produces better average proximity to the hole and better lie conditions when it misses. I bought this hybrid after gaming the F6 driver and I have enjoyed it ever since. I also play the F6 3/4 FW and it is the easiest FW to hit off the fairway I can remember. I had always played Adams hybrids until this year and I bought Tour If all other things are basically equal, that club will go a little farther. Really glad to see this wasn’t just a distance contest. We are independent, unbiased and always put the #ConsumerFirst. It’s a distance driven business, and while that’s not always a bad thing, on the golf course, distance without accuracy and consistency is not a particularly good thing. I’ve owned multiple Tour Edge drivers, fairway woods, hybrids and wedges. You like the Big Bertha? This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. I find it easier to control the ballflight then with the hybrids I had. Cobra as the top hybrid!!! No draw bias like other hybrids I’ve played. MGS being in Illinois can’t even get them to participate but they’re litterally down the street from one another. Callaway Men’s X2 Hot Hybrid–Rating of 4.8 posted on. Figuring out which hybrid is the best hybrid of 2017 is simple: Hit every single one of them against each other and decide which one is longest, straightest, best from the fairway, best from the tee, flies the highest, flies the farthest, is best out of the rough, is most versatile, feels and looks the best.. OK, maybe it’s not so simple. I’m still hitting an Adams Red and it would have been interesting to see how that would have shaped up relative to these newer clubs from a data perspective. My hybrid isn’t extremely old (21° X2 Hot) but I was custom fit for a Matrix Radix S7, 1/2 inch short, with some lead tape on the back of the sole for swing weighting.
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