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GolfWRX Spotted: TaylorMade SIM2 fairway woods and hybrids on conforming list

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Just a few short weeks ago at GolfWRX, we were the first to share that the TaylorMade SIM2 drivers were officially on the conforming club list.

Now, with the new PGA Tour season starting up in Hawaii at the Sentry Tournament of Champions, more clubs are making their debut on the conforming list, including the SIM2 fairway woods and hybrids from TaylorMade.

TaylorMade SIM2 Titanium fairway wood

You don’t mess with a good thing, and the SIM2 titanium looks to be utilizing the same platform as the original 2020 version except with more of the steel soleplate’s mass moved further back in the head, likely to increase MOI.

TaylorMade is also sticking with the adjustability in the SIM2 Titanium.

TaylorMade SIM2 Max fairway wood

The SIM2 Max looks to also be following familiar lines with a V-Steel sole and no additional hosel adjustability.

The one thing to note is from the pictures available, the sole from heel to toe looks to be more rounded, which could make them easier to hit from the turf.

TaylorMade SIM2 Max D fairway wood

We can’t tell from the pictures, but if the SIM2 Max D is anything like the previous generation it will have a taller face and more upright lie angle compared to the standard Max model.

The internal weighting is going to likely be a big part of this club’s story, but unfortunately, since these are just sole images, those details will have to wait until we have more information.

2021 TaylorMade SIM2 rescue hybrids

SIM2 Max Rescue

The SIM2 Rescue looks to offer minor cosmetic changes, and a more curved sole to make it easier to hit from a variety of lies.

SIM2 Rescue

This is where things get interesting.

TaylorMade hasn’t had a truly adjustable hybrid since the GAPR line from a number of years ago, and with the success of the SIM brand, offering another club to help optimize the top end of the bag for golfers looking for adjustability makes this a no-brainer.

The shape looks to be quite similar to previous Rescue TP models that also offered adjustability but with a bunch of extra technology including the through sole speed pocket.

Conclusion

With the success of the 2020 SIM fairway woods and hybrids, TaylorMade is looking to refine and not redefine their metal woods line outside of the addition of an adjustable hybrid, which should prove to be very successful.

Both the SIM Titanium and steel fairway woods were top of their class when it came to performance and we should expect to see similar gains with these new releases.

To see what other golfers are saying check out the GolfWRX forums.

Ryan Barath is a club-fitter & master club builder with more than 17 years of experience working with golfers of all skill levels, including PGA Tour players. He is the former Build Shop Manager & Social Media Coordinator for Modern Golf. He now works independently from his home shop and is a member of advisory panels to a select number of golf equipment manufacturers. You can find Ryan on Twitter and Instagram where he's always willing to chat golf, and share his passion for club building, course architecture and wedge grinding.

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  1. Pingback: GolfWRX Spotted: PXG Gen4 drivers on conforming list – GolfWRX

  2. DJ

    Jan 5, 2021 at 1:46 pm

    Finally! SIM 2 Rescue to replace my worn out M3 hybrid.

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Tour Edge unveils all-new Exotics mini driver

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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. 

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Srixon ZXi combo or TaylorMade P7CB/770 combo? – GolfWRXers discuss

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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”

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From the GolfWRX Classifieds: 2024 Wilson Staff CB/Blade combo

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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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