Equipment
Should you replace as many irons as you possibly can with hybrids?
In our forums, our members are having a lively discussion on replacing irons with hybrids. WRXer ‘CaptAmerica103’ is thinking of going as high as a 7-hybrid, but has concerns, and kicks off the thread saying:
“I’m giving some thought into replacing as many irons as I possibly can with hybrids (as high as a 7H). The looks or judgment I may get from others (because I wouldn’t have a traditional iron set) would not bother me at all, as all I care about is getting good scorecards.
Where I am concerned is, merely replacing irons with hybrids may not be as beneficial as I am thinking. My questions are, has any one tried this, and if so, what were y’alls experiences (good or bad)?”
And our members have been sharing their thoughts and experiences 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.
- BowMain42: “I wouldn’t go so far as to replace all of them in one go. That might be a tad extreme. Irons are a mainstay in golf bags for a reason (even if it’s just in the short end). Start out with 3h/4h/5h and just stop there for a while, hitting the 5h and 5i side-by-side to really get an idea what the differences are for you and whether you might eventually move further down the bag. I’m still at the point where I won’t give up my 6i for a hybrid if the survival of the universe depended on it. Anything longer than that, though, has already been replaced.”
- BogeyTed: “I’d keep loft in mind doing so. After having huge success replacing my dynapower forged 5 iron with ping g440 5 hybrid. I decided to replace the equivalent 6 iron with a 6 hybrid. But the lofts were so different my 6 hybrid ended up going my 7 iron distance. A bit annoying. At least check the lofts before ordering. Don’t be dumb like me.”
- Old Tom Morris: “Figure out where the drop off in effective strike is in your bag is . I’ve managed a switch to hitting a 24° hybrid instead of a four iron. Still hit a five iron very well. On good days I can still hit a four iron well but not always. Keeping the 24° hybrid in the bag gives me the confidence that I can hit any of my fourteen clubs as they are supposed to. A day will come that I will lose club head speed and switch out the five iron for a hybrid but not this year.”
Entire Thread: “Should you replace as many irons as you possibly can with hybrids?”
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.

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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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Lefthack
Nov 4, 2025 at 10:28 am
My issue is gapping. I carry a 3 hybrid, but my 4 hybrid goes further than my 4 iron, so the gap to my 5 is now 30 yards. If I replace my 5 iron, then the gap to my 6 is now 30 yards. So I rarely use the hybrid, but it is good for a few shots, just not every round.
Marcus
Oct 28, 2025 at 10:34 pm
I added a 6 hybrid a few years back, and it was one of the best decisions ever! Along with my 7 Wood, those are two clubs I can’t live without.
Murv
Oct 28, 2025 at 2:28 pm
My longer hybrids became harder for me to elevate. So I switched to a 7 and 9 wood. That was successful, so I tried a 6 and 7 hybrid. Bingo, more success. Ended up adding an 5,8 and 9 hybrid. Only irons I carry are pw and 9i plus 49, 54 & 58 wedges. I am 81 and have lost a lot of speed. This set up has me shooting regularly in the 70’s on a 5330 yard course with not much roll. Course rating 65.5.
No longer have to bounce my low approach shots into the green.
Bob
Oct 28, 2025 at 12:02 pm
I’ve replaced my long irons with woods. My longest iron is a 6, while carrying 9, 7, and 5 woods. The woods are easier for me to hit than the long irons were.
Matts
Oct 27, 2025 at 4:12 pm
The question posed should not be about what number is shown on the bottom of the iron or hybrid. It must be about the left and right dispersion numbers and the carry and rollout numbers. If the carry is too short or the rollout is too long to be functional, then the hybrid (with more carry and less rollout) is the better choice.