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Lead Tape Chronicles: 5 things I would put lead tape on from the PGA Show

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Editor’s note: We were fortunate to have the lord of lead himself, Lead Tape Chronicles, contributing to our PGA Show coverage. Naturally, we had to ask him for a few items he’d like to situate some slabs on. 


Ping G440 Max 9-wood

I would put lead tape on the Ping G440 Max 9-wood (24 degrees). Personally, with the higher-lofted wood, I would set it flat and leave the loft as a stock number. With the flat setting, you have less tendency to turn the ball over with a draw. Speaking with Ping’s Marty Jertson earlier this week at Demo Day, he said that when custom-making the higher-lofted woods, they will make the shafts a little shorter than standard to keep the ball from ballooning on solid shots and mishits. Honorable mentions: The Ping G440 hybrid and the G440 7-wood at 22 degrees.

Odyssey AI Dual Jailbird 1/2 Ball DB

This caught my eye with the story of the Odyssey Jailbird. Released in January 2014 and rediscovered 10 years later on tour by Rickie Fowler and Wyndham Clark, Odyssey has released a new model for 2026 in the AI Dual line. The putter has a solid feel and sound off the face. The alignment with a horizontal line in the half ball is a new look for the Jailbird.

Bushnell Tour V7S

The Bushnell Tour V7S is fast and responsive with vibration when locked to the target. The actual yardage is in red, and the adjusted number is in green at the bottom of the scope. Bushnell Golf’s exclusive BITE magnetic mount provides a convenient way of getting the range finder on and off the cart bar. I really enjoyed the rangefinder’s size and the speed at which it locked onto the target. It can pair with Bushnell’s MyBag app as well.

Cleveland RTZ Z-Alloy wedge

This wedge caught my eye not only from the looks and variety of grinds, but also from the material of the wedge itself. Speaking with Cleveland-Srixon’s Clint Zitterkopf, the leading edge and grooves can last up to two times longer solely based on the Z-Alloy material. The material is unique, as even the raw finish will not rust over time. Wedge finishes come in Tour Rack (Raw), Black Satin, and Tour Satin.

Mizuno Pro S-3 irons

I liked the look of these irons due to their thin top line and thinner sole. The blade’s appearance at address, with perimeter weighting, is a very modern look that blends two styles that were often kept separate years ago. The look of these irons will stand the test of time and cover a wide range of turf conditions.

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3 Comments

  1. Tony

    Jan 26, 2026 at 2:47 pm

    If you’re good with short wedge shots you know what you like but you still should demo a Cleveland RTZ. Especially if you ARE good at the short shots.

  2. H

    Jan 23, 2026 at 11:31 am

    So where would you put lead tape on the rangefinder ??? LOL

    • Michael

      Jan 27, 2026 at 8:31 pm

      You put a good size piece of lead tape on bottom, in case you leave it on the rental cart with your name an phone number is black sharpie!!

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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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