Equipment
‘Is the 3-wood becoming redundant?’ – GolfWRXers discuss
In our forums, our members have been debating whether 3-woods are becoming less useful. WRXer ‘Justcallmemoses’ asks with modern 3-woods going “too far” are they becoming a “waste of bag space”, and says to fellow members
“Are you pulling a 2 iron or 5 wood off the tee if you must find the fairway? Do you even have the speed to launch a 3 wood?”
And our members have been having their say on the topic in our forum.
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.
- Cellis: “I would have a hard time calling them redundant. Going from a driver to 2 iron, or 5 wood that is probably around 18* is a massive gap. You also do not need a “crazy” amount of speed to launch a 3 wood, more so just a good swing. The only contemplation I have with my 3 wood is moving it from 13.5 to 15*, but it will definitely not be leaving my bag.”
- manima1: “4W is the answer w/ these new lower spinning fairway wood heads, in my opinion. 15 degree 3W’s to me nearly chase driver length.”
- ehy8266: “It really depends on how far the driver goes relative to the 3wd. If the driver goes 250 and the 3wd 240ish, then it is redundant. Conversely, when a driver can result in a 270+ shot and the 3wd 240+, then it isn’t.”
- third-times-a-charm: “It was a tee only club for me, and I realized I was not any more accurate with 3W than driver, so I’m back to experimenting with a 5w turned down.”
- puttingmatt: “I still find plenty of places where a 3 wood works very well for my game. As with all clubs, a 3 wood is player specific. If you can’t strike them well, you will need to search for an alternative.”
Entire Thread: “Is the 3 wood becoming redundant?“
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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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SoonerSlim
Nov 12, 2021 at 11:29 am
Seniors need to put away their ego and get a 5W or 7W. If they do, they will find that they can actually hit these clubs as far as their beloved 3W. Unless you are a senior that can generate mid 90s clubhead speed, you need to ditch the 3W for an 18-21 degree wood. You will love the outcome.
Jerome
Nov 12, 2021 at 11:05 am
The average male golfer hits the driver 200-210 yards. Only forum golfers “average” 270-280. I once hit my driver 310 yards, but I don’t go around saying I hit my driver around 300. If golfers would actually measure their shots they would be shocked by the average. I play with long hitters all the time who occasionally hit it 280, but most of the time we are very close in distance.
Rodney Clarke
Nov 12, 2021 at 2:56 pm
Well said Jerome, 100% correct.
Mike
Nov 13, 2021 at 9:07 am
Great post. My course has a numerous par 4’s that are in the 360-375 range. If I can get to the 150 yd marker on my drive, that’s a very good shot for me. Throw in the ever-present wind (usually against me or a cross-wind) & it becomes a super-great poke for me.
Imafitter
Nov 12, 2021 at 10:51 am
I go from driver to 5-Wood dialed down from 17.5 to 16. Great off the tee and off the deck.