Equipment
Ryan Moore starts 2015 without an equipment contract
After two years with TaylorMade as an equipment sponsor, Ryan Moore has decided to go an unusual path in 2015.
According to a PGATour.com report, Moore decided not to renew his TaylorMade contract at the end of December — instead opting to play this upcoming year without an equipment endorsement.
The 32-year-old, who has won four times on the PGA Tour, will continue carrying TaylorMade woods in his bag—a Burner SuperFast TP driver and an AeroBurner 3-wood. He will also retain his Adams Idea SUPER 9031 hybrid. However, Moore plans to implement new equipment in his bag in the form of Parsons Xtreme Golf irons and wedges.
A photo of Ryan Moore’s clubs at the Hyundai Tournament of Champions (via @seamusgolf)
Moore was clear that TaylorMade’s attempts at an extension deal were robust and played no part in his dissociation.
“[TaylorMade] made a great offer, but it wasn’t the right time or fit for me to sign a deal,” he said. “My focus is on playing the best golf I can.”
So what’s with this odd, seemingly sudden change?
For any other PGA Tour player this would be a puzzle, but this is Ryan Moore we are talking about. We already know he’s unsolvable.
Moore has long sacrificed sponsorship money for the sake of comfort. The American was “the most celebrated amateur to enter the professional ranks since [Tiger] Woods” after an epic summer in 2004, but only signed endorsement deals with Oakley and Ping. And at discounts, too.
Moore went essentially sponsorless in 2009, going without any equipment, apparel or bag logo contracts that year and only being in Callaway’s grasp for its golf ball by the time of his Wyndham Championship win that year.
Even in his less radical anti-brand days, he rebelled against the norm. Moore has taken interest in small companies for sponsorship deals, such as Scratch Golf for his equipment in 2009. He had an equity deal with Scratch, but eventually walked away from it.
In addition, Moore went to a small company in TRUE linkswear for his shoes in 2010 and implemented an apparel sponsor in 2012—the Arnie collection, a new low-profile line of clothing that struck Moore due to its use of cardigans and skinny ties.
Something is similar in the works then with Parsons Xtreme Golf. It’s not an official sponsorship, but Moore is partnering here with a company that only publicly announced its launch on Thursday and whose founder is GoDaddy boss Bob Parsons—not exactly a long-renowned equipment maven.
Overall, this news is pretty much in line with Moore’s uniqueness. He wants to be comfortable in what he’s doing, rather than just grabbing the money. TaylorMade is a large, respected entity in golf equipment, but Moore tested out prototypes of the PXG irons and fell for the company.
The 32-year-old has been more likely to entertain an equipment sponsorship with a giant than any other field (PING, 2005-2008; Adams/TaylorMade 2010-2014), but this move isn’t shocking. It’s classic Ryan Moore.
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.
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”
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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TMTC
Mar 7, 2015 at 1:20 pm
He probably gets a piece of the company if he wins, places or if sales are above what original expectation forecasts are when they go on sale.
Tmtc
marcel
Jan 14, 2015 at 8:14 pm
he should play Bridgestone clubs and balls if he wants to be comfy
Bill
Jan 12, 2015 at 9:56 pm
Don’t get me wrong; I think Ryan Moore is a great player and probably an even nicer gentleman but give it a rest with all the yeahs, wows, ohs, and hurrays. Ryan Moore isn’t giving up a cent. TaylorMade made a “robust” offer…just not as robust as Bob Parsons’. Mr. Moore’s offer from TaylorMade was probably doubled by Bob, included a membership to Whisper Rock and a new car with a gun safe in the trunk ala Mr. Parsons. Again, I don’t see anything wrong with this. Just capitalizing on a opportunity like almost every other person would do in the free equipment flip-flopping state he always seems to be in. BTW I think PXG looks pretty decent. Congrats to Bob and his team. I wish I was smart enough to have such a successful startup and just start equipment companies as a hobby!
Grass Candy
Jan 13, 2015 at 11:29 pm
How are you so sure Parsons is paying him anything? Contracts keep you to only certain equipment. One good week with clubs you like earns you as much as a yearlong club deal. And Bob owns Scottsdale National, not whisper Rock. Last thing he needs is more money. What he wants is victories.
Jaystone
Jan 12, 2015 at 12:11 pm
Spell check gentlemen. You write like fourth-graders some of you. “though” should be “tough”. Instaed should be instead and I personally have never heard of a 3 would… “wood”. That being said, To each his own no matter what the motivation is. If it helps and you’re comfortable with it,ie confident, have at it. May the best player win. It’s not always OR all about the money from sponsors although it surely doesn’t hurt. Lead with your head, not your need for acceptance. Being yourself isn’t a bad thing.
Jack Nash
Jan 12, 2015 at 11:48 am
Good on Ryan for bringing new equipment into the scene. Enough from the Darh Vaders of golf. This guy is actually trying to grow the game at a grassroots level.
Joe Peel
Jan 11, 2015 at 11:26 pm
Hurray, for Moore. Moore is living proof that a Pro can change equipment frequently and still play at the highest level. It’s the Indian and not the arrow.
Andy
Jan 11, 2015 at 10:48 pm
I have always been a fan of Ryan Moore. Based on his WITB on this site, he is constantly tinkering with different sets of irons. I applaud him for this decision. He seems to keep an open mind on different brands. But if I were an owner of a club company, I may hesitate on signing him since it seems though to keep him long-term.
Jack Nash
Jan 12, 2015 at 11:51 am
“But if I were an owner of a club company, I may hesitate on signing him since it seems though to keep him long-term.”
That may be but it may in courage some to step out on a limb instaed of taking the big payday playing what everyone else is. Like the article said it was about his Comfort level. You wonder how many Pros out there would love to be able to do what Ryan’s doing? I bet there’s more than a few.
killerbgolfer
Jan 11, 2015 at 5:58 pm
I don’t think he’s leaving too much money on the table. Of course he could have an equipment deal, but watching him on TV today I think I saw 5 logos on his shirt/hat/bag
snowman0157
Jan 11, 2015 at 4:43 pm
In other GolfWrx News, Jim Furyk has decided not to take the loop out of his swing.
dot dot
Jan 11, 2015 at 11:07 am
What a mistake, He’ll wish he took the money when he’s spending his waning years at the far end of the driving range at the local club giving $50.00 an hour lessons.
Cnut
Jan 11, 2015 at 1:13 pm
You only wish you could play golf as he does! Ya pathetic cnut!
Jack
Jan 12, 2015 at 2:58 am
He’s won enough times to not have to worry about that at all.
leo
Jan 12, 2015 at 4:44 pm
by the time ryan moore’s playing career is over he will have made more money than most people will make in 5 lifetimes.you must not have a clue about how much these guys make.the saying these guys are good should also include these guys are rich.
Steve
Jan 11, 2015 at 9:49 am
Ryan Moore is not going to move the needle or sell a lot of clubs for any company. He is a fine pro, but not high profile.
ClubHo'sUnited
Jan 11, 2015 at 3:28 am
Somebody should invite him for a sit-down with GolfWRX and talk about being a club Ho and have at it. He belongs with us!
Kevin
Jan 11, 2015 at 1:43 am
This non deal sounds just like what happened in 2008 when his team told Ping they wanted way more than they normally pay and Ping walked away.
IH8
Jan 10, 2015 at 6:38 pm
Like the article said, this isn’t a surprise. But the article is wrong in saying Ryan Moore is “unsolvable.” He’s your typical hipster. You know the type…do anything to prove their super unique and whatnot. Yawn. Sure, it’s pretty unique in the realm of golf. It’s dime a dozen anywhere else. Go to a starbucks. See the guys in the toques in summer, vanity thick rimmed glasses, stupidly skinny jean….yeah….that, but on a golf course.
DevonC
Jan 10, 2015 at 3:14 pm
That’s awesome news. TaylorMade is trash anyway, such a great move on his part and also helps other companies gain some exposure.
Regis
Jan 12, 2015 at 11:11 am
Yet he still plays their woods even though he’s not getting paid. Kind of like Phil spray painting over that SLDR last year
Nathan
Jan 10, 2015 at 2:12 pm
Interesting decision. But he’s not playing those irons for nothing. Parsons is paying him something for playing those NASA irons.
Nathan
Jan 10, 2015 at 6:03 pm
My boyfriend wants some but I guess they are not for retail yet and I know DSG won’t carry them anyways
leo
Jan 12, 2015 at 4:46 pm
they are going to be super expensive and not for everybody
Tim Mooney
Jan 10, 2015 at 1:31 pm
He has my applause. Today’s player, through their agents, have gone a different route than past generations as well. It was almost unheard of for a player to sign a 14 club agreement in years past. Instead, a 10 club agreement was the norm, usually leaving the putter, wedges and maybe a 3 would to the players choice. This generation, however, through their agents, sign these 14 club deals on a regular basis. By doing so, the agent’s check gets bigger, but there is a good possibility that the wins don’t come as often.
Jacob G.
Jan 10, 2015 at 1:53 pm
I do agree with you to a point. I applaud Ryan Moore if his sole purpose is only to play the best golf that he can; however, this isn’t the first time he has done this and has been known to change clubs frequently. Part of me wonders if he does this as a publicity stunt to keep his name in the papers due to his lackluster career (I say lackluster because of all the hype about his amateur days). But if it solely to win, great for him!
Jacob G.
Jan 10, 2015 at 6:06 pm
Before my dad went to prison for murder he played snake eyes irons and he said they were good as any brand name
Chris
Jan 11, 2015 at 2:01 am
WTF he played snake eyes irons?
Regis
Jan 12, 2015 at 11:14 am
LMAO
Johnny
Jan 10, 2015 at 1:19 pm
Kudos for Ryan helping out the smaller companies in such a competitive business environment such as golf….
Regis
Jan 12, 2015 at 11:30 am
Yeah except this company is owned by Bob Parsons (billionaire,Go Daddy owner,Donald Trump wannabe ) and when you see the price of these clubs ,the word “competitive” will not be the first that comes to mind