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Gear Dive: Cobra Tour rep discusses how Rickie Fowler’s irons are built

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8 years ago

May 4, 2018

Cobra Tour rep Ben Schomin explains the philosophy behind Rickie Fowler’s iron designs with Gear Dive host Johnny Wunder. Also, Schomin discusses Lexi Thompson’s progression into her understanding of golf equipment, and how Greg Norman still commands the ultimate attention.

Check out the full podcast below on SoundCloud, or click here to listen on iTunes. Skip to the following times for your listening pleasure.

3:30 How he got interested in clubs; career trajectory
7:40 Working with J.B. Holmes and Camilo Villegas
12:40 Mentors, influences early in his career
14:35 Relationship with Ian Poulter, other players
16:00 Working with Phil Rodgers
18:30 Rickie Fowler
21:00 Length of Rickie’s clubs
24:30 Adding weight to Rickie’s clubs
26:40 Rickie switching to shorter woods
28:00 Rickie switching to a shorter driver
28:40 The virtues of shorter clubs for average golfers
29:00 Bryson DeChambeau’s woods/loft sticker detour
32:00 DeChambeau’s equipment philosophy
33:50 DeChambeau’s new iron shaft
35:30 Working with Lexi Thompson
40:00 Geoff Ogilvy’s U.S. Open-winning irons
43:00 Working with Greg Norman
49:00 His upcoming schedule

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11 Comments

Srksi

May 6, 2018 at 7:47 am

Andrew, The only tangible and the most repeated feedback your editor letter received was that outside of 20-something’s in LA the majority of your READERS would prefer less podcasts. If you want to become golfwrx tv and radio, at least give us transcripts please. Podcasts and videos take 5 minutes of information and stretch them into an hour presentation. That’s fine if you are driving and paying 10% attention to listening. Trying to sit down and actually listen or watch for an hour at the snails pace is excruciating. To apply a famous quote: Even Dan Patrick wishes he was Dan Patrick.

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- Andrew Tursky
  
  May 6, 2018 at 8:46 pm
  
  What are your thoughts on a story like this based on the podcast? Link: http://www.golfwrx.com/513650/wrx-crib-sheet-highlights-from-cobras-tour-rep-talking-rickie-fowlers-clubs/
  
  We’re definitely trying to find a way to provide written stories as well as the audio from the podcasts, as we know there’s people who prefer just one or the other. I’m hoping the timestamps help a bit, too.
  
  Appreciate the continued feedback from everyone.
  
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  - Srksi
    
    May 8, 2018 at 8:42 pm
    
    That’s an interesting idea. I see the need to edit the podcast and a transcript would probably have a lot of dead air,etc. and not be very friendly to read verbatim. That’s sort of my issue with listening to it?
    
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- Casey
  
  May 8, 2018 at 4:08 pm
  
  You couldnt be more wrong. Once again go play a 6 hour round and use graphite irons in your irons. This is for people listening at work or on a long commute. Get lost
  
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  - Srksi
    
    May 8, 2018 at 8:44 pm
    
    “Listening at work?” Oh, I didn’t realize the business model was targeted to thieves.
    
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Dave r

May 5, 2018 at 11:15 pm

Your not missing anything.

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- William Shakespeare
  
  May 5, 2018 at 11:29 pm
  
  You’re………..
  
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Eric

May 5, 2018 at 9:38 pm

Great guest. There was a lot of interesting information. The audio was a bit suspect, but overall a great interview.

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dat

May 5, 2018 at 2:48 pm

Appreciate the timestamps!

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MAGA

May 5, 2018 at 2:25 pm

Make America Golf Again …… 😀

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Larry

May 4, 2018 at 8:43 pm

I try to skip and the sound disappears. What’s going on?

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Club Junkie

A putter that I love and hate – Club Junkie Podcast

Published

5 days ago

May 8, 2026

Brian Knudson

In this episode of the Club Junkie Podcast, we dive into one of the most interesting flatstick releases of the year with a full review of the new TaylorMade SYSTM 2 putters. After spending time on the greens, I break down what makes this design stand out, where it performs, and why it has me completely torn between loving it and fighting it. If you are into feel, alignment, and consistency, this is one you will want to hear about.

We also take a look at some of the putters in play on the PGA Tour last week. From familiar favorites to a few surprising setups, there is always something to learn from what the best players in the world are rolling with under pressure.

To wrap things up, I walk through the process of building a set of JP Golf Prime irons paired with Baddazz Gold Series shafts. From component selection to performance goals, this is a deep dive into what goes into creating a unique custom set and why this combo has been so intriguing.

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Club Junkie: My top 10 zero-torque putter rankings! What came out on top?

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2 weeks ago

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I break down my first top 10 zero-torque putter rankings for 2026. From the biggest names in the category to a few under-the-radar surprises, I dive into what makes each of these putters stand out and how they performed. I have used every one of these putters on the list, both in practice and on the course.

Talk about feel, consistency, forgiveness, and of course, whether zero-torque technology actually delivers on its promise to help you start more putts on line. If you have been curious about making the switch or just want to know which models are leading the pack this year, this episode has you covered.

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Fore Love of Golf: Johnny Thompson of Callaway Golf

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In Episode 49, the boys chat with Johnny Thompson, a longtime Callaway Golf employee. Johnny has worked in some great roles within the company, including years as a Tour Rep for Odyssey and Callaway. He has spent time on the LPGA Tour, Champions Tour, and PGA Tour and is now working as the Tour Content Manager for the company. JT is a fun guy and someone that is very knowledgeable in the clubfitting and Tour worlds.