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I think I found my unicorn driver – GolfWRXers discuss

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In our forums, our members have been reacting to a post from WRXer ‘mvhoffman’ who believes they may have found their unicorn (rare and perfect) driver. ‘Mvhoffman’ has begun playing Mizuno’s St-X 230 driver, and has detailed his experience with the club in our forums, writing:

“So after going back and forth for the past few years and regretting selling my SIM 2 MaxD, I fell back into the side of Mizuno drivers.  I started the season with the ST-Z 220.  Loved the look and the price and it played great for the most part.  The shaft (Motore 7S) was a bit too much for me with the combination of a slightly open clubface.  I lost shots right but had some nice distance.  After deciding that I wanted to try something a bit better suited to me I decided to change the shaft.  In came the Ventus Blue 5S and it was a game changer.  More control, easier to swing, and my right miss didn’t seem so far right.  Played that for a bit until I decided that I was sick of losing to the right.  Went on the search and for $100 I was able to get the ST-X 230 driver head.  

I did this not expecting anything amazingly different only being 1 model newer but just hoped to control my miss a bit more with the more forgiving head.  Boy, was I WRONG.  Played the morning that it came with the Z head and hit the ball terrific.  Middled almost every driver and had a great round.  The new head came that afternoon, took the old off the Ventus, tossed on the new one and waited until the morning.  Went to the course to get in 9 holes before work and from the first tee shot I knew.  The first tee shot was a decent swing that was almost a complete miss and ended up hitting the ball on the toe side.  It launched lower and went out like a normal missed drive.  Started walking down the fairway to the 150 marker where a miss would have went with the z head and the ball was not there.  It was NOT a good shot, it was NOT an okay shot.  It actually felt BAD.  I stood there and out loud said to the walker with me “well so much for the first drive with the new head.”  He laughed a little snarky as I was looking for my ball and said “I wish my bad shots ended up there.”  I turned to him and he pointed up the fairway about 30 yards forward to where we were and my bright green Wilson was in the middle.  Again, NOT good at all and it finished 10ish yards ahead of where good shots with the Z head would have finished.  This continued… consistently better distance and less miss.

Fast forward to today (approx 2-3 weeks later) after a few rounds with the X head.  After not playing for a week I decided to walk a handful of holes today.  Same thing still.  A couple not so good swings (rusty from vacation) and results as if I pured the shots with the Z head.

I’m dumbfounded by the Mizuno ST-X 230.  I was told the MAX head is even better but I don’t even want to attempt to try it.  I have a couple tournament rounds coming up and I can’t wait. Did I find my unicorn… maybe?  I am definitely not in a hurry to try to find a different one.  And on another note… If I ever write about trying something else besides the Ventus Blue, I deserve to be kicked off the forum.”

And our members have been sharing their thoughts 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.

  • launcher: “The ST-X 230 has been my gamer since it hit the market. Just an awesome driver, and doubt that anything can outdo the sound/feel off this driver face. I don’t find the X to be particularly draw biased at all. I recently put a Qi10 in my back-up bag, and while it’s also a really phenomenal driver as well, it won’t bump my gamer.”
  • mikes919: “I really liked mine last year, the sound is absolutely awesome and it got a lot of “what was that?” comments. Really solid thump. Decently forgiving and straight. I just hit mine too high. Would have been perfectly fine switching into a lower-lofted ST-X, but I ended up in a Ping fitting and gained a handful of yards with the G430 Max. The Mizuno sounds/feels better though.”
  • gator022: “I don’t have the X, but prior I had the 220-Z, and now I have the ST Max 230.  Underrated drivers.  I recently ordered a Callaway Elyte driver due to the 2x trade in deal they had going and dumped some older or extra stuff.  I can’t get the numbers on the Elyte and the face does not feel nearly as forgiving.  Feels much harsher.  I’m confident I could probably setup a fitting and get it tweaked to fit me better, but I’m not certain it’ll ever meet the ST Max 230. The prices on these Mizuno drivers are absolute steals.  They don’t have great resale or trade in, so be warned if you try one you won’t get much for it on the backend.  However, the performance is great and seems it can match all the major brands or even exceed them.”

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Gianni is the Managing Editor at GolfWRX. He can be contacted at gianni@golfwrx.com

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  1. Benny

    Sep 1, 2025 at 6:23 pm

    Great…. Now I’m searching Wrx for St-230’s.. ooff!

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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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