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Breaking down Project X’s new HZRDUS Black Gen 4 wood shaft

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Project X introduced the HZRDUS in 2015 and since then we have seen quite a few updates and versions of the shaft. The HZRDUS Black was the low launch and low spin shaft that we saw all over the professional tours and in bags of us GolfWRXers. This fourth-generation shaft follows the very popular HZRDUS Black, HZRDUS Smoke Black, and HZRDUS Smoke Black RDX wood shafts.

The HZRDUS Black Gen 4 isn’t a flashy shaft and keeps the simple, yet updated, graphics scheme of the original. The new shaft now has a gloss back paint and an updated HZRDUS font that has a little extra rainbow effect in bright sunlight. The traditional 4 diamond logo with the shaft specs is up near the grip and on the tip section of the shaft is the “dual torsional design” logo and text in a grey color that blends in nicely. Overall I like the look and think it pays homage to the original while still being modern and different.

On the course the HZRDUS Gen 4 has a little different feel than the original. The original HZRDUS Black Hand Crafted had a little harshness to it and you got a good amount of vibration to the hands at impact. The hew Gen 4 is a far smoother and much more solid feeling shaft. Loading the shaft at the top of the swing takes less effort and you can feel it build up some energy on the way down. It has a little more kick at impact than the Smoke Black RDX. The feel is closer to the Smoke and Smoke RDX shafts in that it does delete that harsh vibration while still offering feedback on mishits. The overall stiff profile with extra stiff midsection gives you the feeling of control and stability even when you decide to “go after it.”

The HZRDUS Black Gen 4 is a really solid performer on the course. Project X lists the shaft as a low launch and low spin option on their website with a weight of 60g and 3.3 torque for the 6.5 (X-Stiff) flex. For me the Gen 4 was more mid/low launch and low spin out on the course. I feel like this new HZRDUS is more playable for a wider range of golfers who still need the spin reduction but don’t need the stiffest, lowest launching shaft on the market. Players can easily square up the HZRDUS Black Gen 4 but it still fights the ball going left. There is a good kick at impact and this Gen 4 definitely feels like it tries to create more ballspeed than the original. I have a quick tempo swing and the stiff handle gives a confident feeling of control and that the shaft stays with you the hole time. I usually hit hard snap hooks as my miss but every so often I get stuck and hit it high and right. Those shots usually go nowhere and just spin up and fall out of the sky. The Gen 4 has helped lower the trajectory of that shot and flatten it out, giving me a little more distance. In general the HZRDUS Black Gen 4 just offers a very straight ball flight and wants to keep your ball online.

The Project X HZRDUS Black Gen 4 is a solid option for players who are looking to lower their launch and spin. It could also add tighter dispersion if you have a swing tempo that is on the quicker side. Project X has done well to keep the HZRDUS DNA alive while upgrading the technology and materials for better performance. Take a listen to the Club Junkie podcast below, or on any podcast platform, to hear the full review.

 

I have been an employee at GolfWRX since 2016. In that time I have been helping create content on GolfWRX Radio, GolfWRX YouTube, as well as writing for the front page. Self-proclaimed gear junkie who loves all sorts of golf equipment as well as building golf clubs!

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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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