Equipment
Are Mini Drivers the next hot trend? – GolfWRXers discuss
In our forums, our members have been discussing the potential boom in Mini Drivers in the game. With Dustin Johnson and Phil Mickelson both using a Mini driver recently, WRXer ‘Tsecor’ asks if the use of the club is about to become the norm, 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.
- uglande: “I love mini-drivers but not as a driver replacement. I like them as a second option off the tee. My 425 LST 3-wood is a rocket, so I’m happy with that at the moment, but I really liked the Ping Rapture, the TaylorMade Original One (but not the SLDR Mini) and will definitely be testing the TaylorMade 300 that is rolling out soon.”
- tjwilliams31: “I basically tried the Phil setup. I have a TaylorMade aeroburner mini that’s a missile then built a bomber driver set up works well so far.”
- lefthack: “I’ve considered it as a 2 wood like Phil. Maybe for tight tees, but mostly long and/or low off the deck.”
- kthomas: “I personally don’t see the point. Doesn’t offer anything over a regular-sized driver, and having a second dedicated tee club makes no sense. I’d rather have that spot with something more versatile, such as a 3/4 wood.”
- GatorNate11: “If mini drivers are coming back, why not small drivers, too? Is a 380-420cc driver really too much to ask?”
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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geohogan
Jul 20, 2021 at 8:12 pm
Larger CC driver is more forgiving and higher COR, than any mini heads.
To get the advantage of so called Mini Drivers, shorten shaft length on 360 to match
the shaft length on the Mini. Now the only advantage of the Mini is it may be easier to hit off
the turf.
Rich Douglas
Jul 8, 2021 at 1:43 am
I’ve had them in my bag for years. I started with the TM SLDR version, then switched to the TM Original one. They’re great for hitting long tee shots on tight fairways, yet skilled players can still hit them off the deck.
I’m still waiting to see why I should go to this one, though. I don’t see a real advantage. The twist face seems like a gimmick. (Otherwise, other manufacturers would have found ways to mimic it by now.) Mine already has the speed pocket. Plus, mine has a lightweight composite head. I don’t see any advantage to switching, but I do love playing it vice the 3-wood.
Euan Hardman
Jul 6, 2021 at 7:28 am
When were Mini-Drivers last in fashion??
It didn’t last then and it won’t this time.
Another 10 years and it’ll be back I suppose.
Clowns
Jul 3, 2021 at 6:03 pm
Matt Kuchar is A bozo
Jason
Jul 3, 2021 at 6:24 am
It’s all about marketing. Companies can’t make the driver any bigger and they need to keep bringing out something new to sell, so why not go smaller making golfers think that this will help their game. They’ll keep making smaller drivers for a while, then, they’ll come with a new 460cc driver saying it’s new technology and bigger is better. They’ll reintroduce the white head to. It’s a vicious cycle. Just buy a good 3 wood.
JW
Jul 3, 2021 at 7:30 am
Not true.
Jason
Jul 3, 2021 at 8:19 am
Explain.
mr doctor
Jul 2, 2021 at 6:50 pm
just swing harder