Equipment
Srixon ZX5 vs ZX7 irons – A 6 handicapper’s review
In our forums, WRXer ‘SeaIsland’ has shared his thoughts on Srixon’s ZX5 and ZX7 irons, with a fascinating write up in our forums. ‘SeaIsland’ plays off a 6 handicap, and this is what he learned from testing both irons recently:
Srixon ZX5 vs ZX7 irons
I was ready to place my order for the ZX5’s… replacing the 4 iron with the 4/Utility, and go with the TM Sim2 3 and 5 woods because the top set gaps for me were perfect. I am a club junkie, so I replace my bag every two years. I currently game the Ping i500s 4-PW (Modus 120s stiff) and like the setup, but I can’t help but believe at my age (63… 6 HC), a graphite drop to 105 or 95 (shaft weight) wouldn’t be a good move for me. Surprisingly, my miss with the 120’s (really 114g) is a balloon. While I know the i500s are not known for feel, I have to say that any centered strike with any club feels good to me. I like the fact that the Pings have little offset (I’m 2 degrees up already), and I’ve considered replacing the Modus shafts with lighter graphite (MMT 95s or 105s) and re-shafting the Pings/saving a few bucks.
Anyway, I tried out the ZX5’s for the tenth time and finally got an opportunity to hit the ZX7’s with a 95gram graphite shaft (recoils). I’ve never been a fan of the recoils, but I wanted to feel the weight and convince myself that I could drop to 95 vs 105 (btw, the recoils were F3).

Srixon ZX7 irons
Bottom line: I had concerns about the spin with the ZX5s. I’m here to tell you that I hit both the ZX5 and ZX7 well during my test, and the ZX5s carried about 5 yards longer. I also had an occasional flier (not extreme, about 5-9 yards longer). My dispersion on the ZX7s was better, and the spin was 500-800 RPMs more (5000 vs 5800). Peak height was almost the same (29-30). I liked everything about the ZX7s better. Look, feel, etc. Despite the differences being very small, they were not too small for me –the longer I stood over the ball, the ZX7’s kept looking better to my eye. The forgiveness was identical in my experience, and based on the numbers that matter (if you’re willing to give up 5-9 yards in carry), the ZX7’s were superior.
I’ve changed my thinking. 1) I preferred the ZX7s. 2) Although I was ready to get the MMT 105s, I’m going to go with the 95s and pay a slight premium (special order shipping costs only) 3). I’m still going to replace the 4 iron with the utility 4 iron and be done with it. There’s still a chance I may sweat the decision and throw in a ZX5 5 iron, but I don’t think I’m going to do it. The 7’s are remarkably forgiving. If you don’t take anything else away from this post, just know that if you’re even a reasonable ball striker, the forgiveness between these two irons is negligible.

Srixon ZX5 irons
Anyway, I hope this helps some of you who are older, don’t have professional swing speeds, but generally hit the clubface. As stated, I think my epiphany was: 1) No difference in forgiveness. 2) better control and stopping spin with the 7’s and 3) the 7’s are better looking… they may look the same on the rack, but hit a few dozen balls, and they start to look very different, especially if offset matters to you.
Share your thoughts and questions for ‘SeaIsland’ in our forum here.
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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