Equipment
Modern Classics: Nike’s new Method Mod putters
Nike new “Mod” putters, short for “modern classics,” are offered in four styles that will evoke memories of some of golf’s most memorable designs.
David Franklin, Nike’s master model maker for putters, said the inspiration for the putter line came from the automotive industry, where companies such as Dodge and Chevrolet are releasing retro-styled muscle cars with modern engines and interiors.
“They put different motors in them, we put more efficient faces [on the Mod putters],” Franklin said.
Mod-90
All four putters use Nike’s Polymetal groove technology (called Method), to offer increased moment of inertia and a better roll. Take, for example, the Mod-90, which looks much like the Bullseye-style models that were widely used on the professional tours decades ago, but are now only used by a handful of professional golfers.
The Mod-90 has the same size and shape as a traditional bullseye putter, but its Method technology moves about 30 grams of weight from the middle of the putter head to the heel and toe areas. That adds stability, making the putter play “about 10 percent larger than it is,” Franklin said.
Above: Not only do the Nike’s Method putter grooves result in a better roll, but the slot cut in their the sole (filled with polymer) saves valuable weight that is redistributed to the perimeter of the putter head for increased stability.
Mod-00
On the other end of the spectrum is the Mod-00 putter, which has a look that is reminiscent of RAM’s Zebra putter that dates back to the 1970s. But Nike gave it a modern flair, milling out the middle of the putter to create a cavity that moves the weight low and deep in the head to add even more stability to the design.
The Mod putters also follow the modern trend of fitting golfers to putters with specific toe hangs.
The Mod-90 has a 90-degree toe hang (its toe hangs perpendicular to the ground), while the Mod-00 has a 00-degree toe hang (it’s face balanced). In between are the Mod-30, an Anser-style putter that has a 30-degree toe hang, and the Mod-60, a half-mallet with a specially design hosel to give it a 60-degree toe hang.
Mod-30
Above: The Mod-30 has a shape that is slightly more square than the company’s Method 001 putter used by Tiger Woods.
Mod-60
Each model is 100 percent milled from a block of a 303 stainless steel and has a “silver satin chrome” finish. Their mill marks are easily seen on the top of the putters, including the arced top lines, which Franklin said required a special milling process in order to create straight lines on the curved surface.
The Mod line will supplement Nike’s current line of putters, adding more models to their already wide selection of Method, Method Core Weighted and Midnight Method putters.
Each model is available in lengths of 33, 34 and 35 inches. With the exception of the Mod-00, the 33- and 34-inch models come stock with a 360-gram head and the 35-inch models have a head weight of 345 grams. The Mod 00 has a head weight that is 5 grams heavier, 365 grams in the 33- and 34-inch models and 365 grams in the 35-inch model.
Each Mod putter has two weight ports, which are not removable, but can be customized to make the putter head heavier or lighter through Nike’s custom department.
The putters will be available on Nov. 1 and will have an MSRP of $299.
Equipment
Tour Edge unveils all-new Exotics mini driver
Tour Edge Golf has today introduced the all-new Exotics mini driver, engineered to deliver a powerful combination of speed, control, and versatility in the long game.
The Exotics Mini combines a titanium face with a stainless-steel body in design to balance ball speed with stability and control, creating a versatile option at the top end of the bag.

At the core of the design is Tour Edge’s proprietary Combo Brazing technology, a high-precision thermal bonding process that seamlessly fuses a titanium cup face to a stainless-steel body into a single, continuous structure. By eliminating energy loss found in traditional multi-piece constructions, Combo Brazing is designed to deliver faster face response, more efficient energy transfer, and a uniquely powerful yet controlled feel.

The multi-material construction also allows mass to be positioned lower and deeper in the head in a bid to increase stability, while the thin titanium face is engineered to maintain ball speed across a wider impact area.

“While the initial goal was to enhance control and versatility in the long game, Combo Brazing ultimately drove measurable gains in ball speed and distance within the mini driver category. In robot testing, we’ve documented higher ball speeds, higher launch, reduced spin, and increased carry and total distance compared to leading models.” – Vice President of R&D Matt Neeley

In addition to distance performance, the Exotics mini emphasizes forgiveness through a heavier stainless-steel body that shifts mass toward the perimeter. This configuration increases MOI relative to traditional all-titanium mini drivers, helping preserve ball speed and directional stability on off-center strikes. Paired with Pyramid Face Technology from the Exotics metalwood line, the design is intended to support consistent speed across the face.

To further enhance MOI, a lightweight carbon fiber crown frees additional mass that is strategically repositioned low and deep in the head in design to improve stability and promote optimal launch with controlled spin.

“We designed the Mini to be about five millimeters shallower than other mini drivers on the market. That change improves playability off the deck. From a clean fairway lie, it can function as a strong 3-wood alternative while still providing control off the tee.” – Tour Edge CEO David Glod
An adjustable hosel system allows for loft and lie tuning to dial in trajectory and shot shape, while a fixed 13-gram rear weight helps stabilize the head through impact to improve dispersion consistency. The Exotics Mini Driver is available in 11.5 and 13.5-degree lofts in right-handed models.

Pricing & Availability
The Exotics Mini Driver is available for pre-order beginning today for $399.99 USD at touredge.com, and will be available for purchase at retail outlets worldwide on May 22, 2026.
Equipment
Srixon ZXi combo or TaylorMade P7CB/770 combo? – GolfWRXers discuss
In our forums, our members have been pitting a Srixon ZXi combo against a TaylorMade P7CB/770 combo. WRXer ‘edutch22’ is on the hunt for a new set of irons and kicks off the thread saying:
“Looking at picking up a new set of irons and think I’ve narrowed it down to Srixon ZXi combo or Taylormade P7CB/770 combo. I am currently a 5 cap and allbeit I feel irons are my weakness. My miss is a little to the toe side. I am decently steep at 4-5 down. Always thought I am high spin but recently on trackman my 7 was spinning at 5800 roughly.
My question or looking for thoughts on which one would benefit me more from a forgiveness standpoint? Or is there another iron is should be looking at entirely? I only get to play about once or twice a week, if I am not playing a 2-3 day event. Thanks in advance.”
And our members have been sharing their thoughts and suggestions in response.
Here are a few posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion and have your say at the link below.
- manima1: “You just can’t go wrong with Srixon ZXi7.”
- MattM97: “You have to hit them to know, the V-Sole on the Srixon can be make or break for many.”
- dmeeksDC: “P7CB is more forgiving for me than ZXi7 because my main miss is low middle and the P7CB still flies and spins great on that miss. These are both really nice irons but I like the P7CB more than the Zxi7 and the P770 (or P790) more than the Zxi5. The Srixons are larger so if that gives you confidence that is the way to go. I don’t feel like I get any benefit from the V-sole and the P7CBs live up to their high Maltby forgiveness rating so the TaylorMades have been great for me.”
Entire Thread: “Srixon ZXi combo or TaylorMade P7CB/770 combo? – GolfWRXers discuss”
Equipment
From the GolfWRX Classifieds: 2024 Wilson Staff CB/Blade combo
At GolfWRX, we are a community of like-minded individuals who all experience and express our enjoyment of the game in many ways.
It’s that sense of community that drives day-to-day interactions in the forums on topics that range from best driver to what marker you use to mark your ball. It even allows us to share another thing we all love – buying and selling equipment.
Currently, in our GolfWRX buy/sell/trade (BST) forum, @pianoman0123 has a 2024 Wilson Staff CB/Blade combo up for grabs.

From the listing: “2024 Wilson Staff CB/Blade Combo. 4-8 irons are CB’s and the 9,PW are Blades. 5-PW have Project X 6.0 Shafts and the 4 Iron has a Steelfiber CW110 Stiff Shaft. Standard Length, Lie and Lofts. These are in very good condition the shafts just don’t work for me. Like new Lamkin Grips on the 5-PW and a stock Golf Pride on the 4 Iron. $525 OBO.”
To check out the full listing in our BST forum, head through the link. If you are curious about the rules to participate in the BST Forum, you can learn more here: GolfWRX BST Rules
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grand seiko
Nov 3, 2013 at 8:41 pm
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Wldchld22
Oct 6, 2013 at 8:21 pm
Custom weights have to be ordered at the point of sale or can we send in putters to change weight?
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Oct 4, 2013 at 3:25 pm
What kind of engine/transmission combo does a Crown Super Coach have?
DB
Oct 4, 2013 at 9:32 am
So how much will Nike customize the headweight for you?
In Mod 30, you list 345 and 360. What about 350 or 355? Possible?