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Are these new Callaway Apex and Apex Pro irons?
We spotted photos in this forum thread that are rumored to be Callaway’s new Apex and Apex Pro irons. Currently, we have no information or confirmation from Callaway on the irons, but check out the photos below.
Updated: See the full story on the new Apex and Apex Pro Irons here
*We will update the story with info as it becomes available.
Updated: See the full story on the new Apex and Apex Pro Irons here
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- Richy Werenski what’s in the bag accurate as of the CJ Cup Houston Open.
Driver: Titleist TSR3 (10 degrees, D1 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Diamana PD 60 TX
3-wood: Titleist TSR2 (15 degrees, A1 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Red 8 X
Hybrid: Titleist TSR3 (19 degrees, D1 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Tensei CK Pro White Hybrid 90 TX
Irons: Titleist T100 (4-9)
Shafts: Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour 105 S
Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM9 (46-10F, 50-12F), Titleist Vokey Design WedgeWorks Proto (54-M, 58-L @60)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100 Onyx (46-50), True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400 Onyx (54-60)
Putter: Scotty Cameron prototype
Ball: Titleist Pro V1x Left Dash
Grips: Golf Pride ZGrip Cord
Check out more in-hand photos of Richy Werenski’s clubs in the forums.
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Adam Scott testing green “Masters Use Only” putter + 6 interesting equipment photos from the 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson
Welcome to the 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson event at TPC Craig Ranch in McKinney, Texas, which, for your geographical reference, is about 25 minutes from Dallas.
In early-week equipment news, we saw some interesting putter testing from Adam Scott, a Maxfli golf ball signing on the PGA Tour, a 16-year-old’s WITB, a PGA Tour player using another PGA Tour player’s backup putter, and Jordan Spieth weighed in on why he recently switched out just his 7-iron (and then made a hole-in-one with it).
With so much to report and so little time to waste on the intro, let’s get right into this week’s equipment rundown from the CJ Cup Byron Nelson.
See all of our photo galleries from the week here
Adam Scott’s new L.A.B. putters
Before we get into a couple of the new prototypes Scott has been testing, above is a photo of the L.A.B. Golf Mezz.1 Max prototype putter that he’s been using, and will likely continue to use this week in Texas.
That being said, following the Masters, Scott was looking to try a couple putters with a slightly lighter weight to help with his feel on fast greens.
One of the new prototypes we spotted on Tuesday was a L.A.B. Golf DF3 “Proto 2.1”, custom-built with Scott’s preferred blue colorway, and an Australia-inspired Kangaroo laser engraving…
We also spotted him with a green-colored “For Masters Use Only” Mezz.1 Max prototype…
While it’s unlikely Scott will make a switch this week, it’s certainly something to keep an eye on going forward, especially on courses with faster greens.
We also got a peek into Scott’s full WITB this week, which consists of a super-mixed set of Srixon irons, including a ZX Utility 3-iron, a ZX-5 MkII 4-iron, ZX-7 MkII mid-irons (5-7) and Z Forged II short irons (8-9).
See Scott’s full WITB from the CJ Cup here
An update on Daniel Berger’s Odyssey Jailbird
Last week in New Orleans, we highlighted Daniel Berger’s Ai-One Jailbird Mini putter because of its unique sightlines.
Well, we have an update.
According to Callaway Tour Manager Joe Toulon, who spoke with GolfWRX.com this week, Berger’s Jailbird Mini is actually from fellow Tour player Tom Kim’s stash. Kim is a prolific putter tester, and the exact putter Berger is currently using was actually originally made for and tested by Kim. The putter didn’t make it into Kim’s starting lineup, however, so he gave the putter back to Odyssey, and it eventually made it’s way onto Berger’s gamer roster.
Jordan Spieth’s new 7-iron
As the story goes, Jordan Spieth changed out his Titleist T100 7-iron on Wednesday before the 2024 Valero Texas Open, and then on Thursday, he used the 7-iron to make a hole-in-one from 199 yards on the 16th hole.
Good timing on that switch, Jordan.
On Tuesday at the 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson, GoflWRX.com caught up with Spieth to get the full story on why he switched just the 7-iron.
Our full story is over on PGATOUR.com’s Equipment Report, but here’s a snippet of what Spieth had to say:
“I hit my 7-iron a lot, especially on my own. The spin rates, relative to my 6-iron and my 8-iron, were lower, so it was going too far. I was trying to figure out why, if it was something in the makeup of the iron. I got the lies and the lofts checked, and everything was fine. So finally I was like, ‘Can I just get a new one and see if it fixes it?’
“Maybe there was one other time throughout my career where I changed just one iron, so it’s very unusual. I think it’s just because the grooves were worn down from hitting it too much.”
Ben Griffin signs with Maxfli to play the golf ball
At the beginning of the year, LPGA Tour star Lexi Thompson signed a deal with Maxfli to play the company’s golf ball, and now, Griffin has officially joined team Maxfli, as well, thus expanding the company’s Tour presence.
GolfWRX.com caught up with Griffin on Wednesday in Texas for a video interview about his new golf ball of choice, and how he marks it…
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A 16-year-old is playing on the PGA Tour this week, using a 2-iron!
Amateur golfer Kris Kim, at just 16 years of age, is making his PGA Tour debut this week after receiving a sponsors exemption into the event. In 2023, Kim won both the R&A Boys’ Amateur Championship and the European Boys’ International Championship.
On Tuesday in Texas, we got a look into Kim’s bag, which revealed that he’s currently playing a TaylorMade P-770 2-iron, and a bag full of TaylorMade clubs.
Check out Kim’s full WITB here
A smart golf ball stamping
I’m not going to sit here and pretend to be a big math guy, because I’m not. However, I do recognize David Nyfjall’s purple ball marking as a square root symbol.
While I don’t know the particular significance of the square root symbol for Nyfjall, I do know you have to be fairly intelligent to even consider using a marking like that. Pretty cool stuff from the Northwestern alum, and 2023 Byron Nelson Award winner.
And, with that, we say goodbye to Texas and TPC Craig Ranch. We’ll see you next week at the Wells Fargo Championship in Charlotte for more insider equipment news and storylines.
For now, don’t forget to check out all of our photos from the 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson
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- Wesley Bryan what’s in the bag accurate as of the CJ Cup Byron Nelson.
Driver: Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Triple Diamond Max (9 degrees @10)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Diamana GT 50 TX
3-wood: TaylorMade Stealth Plus (15 degrees)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Diamana GT 60 X
Hybrid: TaylorMade Stealth 2 Plus Rescue (19.5 degrees)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus HB Blue 8 X
Irons: Titleist T200 (4), Takomo 101U (4), Takomo 101T (5), Takomo 301 CB (6-9)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100
Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM10 (46-10F, 52-08F, 56-14F), Titleist Vokey Design WedgeWorks Proto (58-A)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400
Putter: L.A.B. Golf DF3
Grips: SuperStroke, Golf Pride Tour Velvet
Ball: Titleist Pro V1x
More photos of Wesley Bryan’s WITB in the forums.
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Dave Portnoy places monstrous outright bet for the 2024 Masters
John Daly stuns fans into silence with brutal opening tee shot on PGA Tour Champions
Justin Thomas on the equipment choice of Scottie Scheffler that he thinks is ‘weird’
Things got heated at the Houston Open between Tony Finau and Alejandro Tosti. Here’s why
Tiger Woods arrives at 2024 Masters equipped with a putter that may surprise you
‘Absolutely crazy’ – Major champ lays into Patrick Cantlay over his decision on final hole of RBC Heritage
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2-time major champ announces shock retirement from the sport at age of 33
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Richy Werenski WITB 2024 (May)
Richy Werenski what’s in the bag accurate as of the CJ Cup Houston Open. Driver: Titleist TSR3 (10 degrees, D1...
Wesley Bryan WITB 2024 (May)
Wesley Bryan what’s in the bag accurate as of the CJ Cup Byron Nelson. Driver: Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Triple...
Adam Scott WITB 2024 (May)
Adam Scott what’s in the bag accurate as of the 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson. Driver: TaylorMade Qi10 (10.5 degrees)...
Pierceson Coody WITB 2024 (April)
Driver: TaylorMade Qi 10 (9 degrees) Shaft: Mitsubishi Tensei 1K White 70 TX 3-wood: TaylorMade Qi 10 Tour (15 degrees)...
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JIMMY
Sep 28, 2015 at 4:43 am
The Diablo Forged irons are one of the best irons from callaway if you take the time to get a shaft fitting. These probably would not top them or be equal to them at best.
Joe
Sep 22, 2015 at 10:09 pm
Stock shaft on the pro is Px 6.0
JH
Sep 19, 2015 at 6:07 pm
“Are these the new Callaway Apex and Apex Pro irons?”
No, no they are not, GolfWRX. You’ve been hoodwinked. GTFO.
john krug
Sep 17, 2015 at 10:35 pm
OT, but has anyone tried Apex irons with Nippon shafts?
Richard
Sep 17, 2015 at 6:50 pm
I was hoping they would have looked more like the 13 forged with the improved technology and larger groove spacing. Say what you will about look at address being most important. I feel more confident pulling a blade looking iron from the bag. These look like GI irons to me. I guess I can pull the trigger on the apex mb’s. I feel a bit let down for sure.
P
Sep 17, 2015 at 11:54 am
I like the way the forged one looks. I’m sure it performs.
Teaj
Sep 17, 2015 at 8:32 am
for those that would have liked to do a combo set of Apex and Apex Pro’s would you go from a satin finish long iron to a polished chrome finish? Not sure why Callaway would change the finish between the two that much but im sure they have their reasons. Also if your not into the polished chrome look you can always get some green scotch brite pads and puff it out yourself, I did this on my original RTX wedges.
Bert
Sep 17, 2015 at 8:11 am
You gotta like them to buy them and that starts with appearance; ugly. I hate bright chrome; has always looked cheap to me.
Matto
Sep 17, 2015 at 5:06 am
“Are these the new blah blah blah…………?”
Yes….yes they are.
mlecuni
Sep 17, 2015 at 3:00 am
Where is gone the legacy of the name Apex ?
To the designer of the x-forged 2013 –> I will not be surprised if the guys on tour still use more x-forged 2013 than apex pro. Even Apex and Apex Pro combined.
christian
Sep 20, 2015 at 8:42 am
Legacy is the JDM line. I game the Legacy Blacks, still one of the best looking, performing and feeling players CBs anywhere. At least I think so
David
Sep 17, 2015 at 2:55 am
Gorgeous. They have really outdone themselves. I’m assuming the issues with finish will have been addressed and fixed. Well done, Callaway!
Joe
Sep 17, 2015 at 12:45 am
Design 101. You don’t mix 3 fonts within 1 inch of each other like of the pro.
Joe
Sep 17, 2015 at 12:43 am
hideous. wow. I’m pretty easy going but these are the “anti-MP5”
R GUy
Sep 28, 2015 at 10:37 am
There meant for the guy that needs help, can’t get out to practice daily, has to balance family life and other things, WHILE still enjoying the game of golf. Everything can’t be blades, otherwise the game would have died years ago…..
KK
Sep 16, 2015 at 11:11 pm
Does it matter what the outside of your car looks like? You can’t see it while you’re driving. Does it matter what your hair looks like? You can’t see it unless you look in the mirror.
I like that the Apexes don’t have the strangely plain rubber bumper. i don’t like that they and the Pros look less classy.
TinWhistle
Sep 16, 2015 at 10:38 pm
If it is it should have to give the Apex name back to Ben Hogan
Joe
Sep 22, 2015 at 10:07 pm
He’s taking a dirt nap. And the new company is going to be soon.
obo
Sep 16, 2015 at 8:35 pm
I have no opinion.
avastor
Sep 22, 2015 at 2:52 pm
If you have no opinion, please don’t bother to comment.
Dave
Sep 16, 2015 at 6:35 pm
The only aesthetics I am concerned with is how it looks when I address the ball, not how it looks in my bag. Last time I checked, I am not looking at the back of my club when playing a shot. If it looks good and plays/feels good, then game on.
Ben Hogan
Sep 16, 2015 at 5:50 pm
“Ely. . . You’re fired!”
HackerDav31
Sep 16, 2015 at 5:10 pm
Previous version was leaps and bounds better looking…
pjb029
Sep 16, 2015 at 9:56 pm
Seriously … these new offerings are leaps and bounds better appearing than the older ones and it’s not even close
RH
Sep 16, 2015 at 5:09 pm
Sooooooo disappointing! Come on Callaway!
John Krug
Sep 16, 2015 at 4:57 pm
With respect to the Apex, it will be interesting to learn from Callaway how this new version differs from the irons it is replacing.
Will the face scuff up immediately like the current version?
Is the face made of the same material as the current version?
Why is the rubber insert on the back still there although in a different iteration?
Nevin
Sep 16, 2015 at 4:51 pm
I have both Apex and Apex Pros. The Apexs look like a slightly redesigned update of the previous model. The new Apex Pros are more GI appearing than the previous versions. It will be interesting to hit these and see if there are any advantages over my current sets.
Tider992010
Sep 16, 2015 at 4:48 pm
FUGLY!
Bryan
Sep 16, 2015 at 3:34 pm
Looks like a Taylor Made version of an AP2.
Kc
Sep 16, 2015 at 2:19 pm
How come the forged version is “busier” looking then the standard. IMO the previous model looks nicer
johnnyboy
Sep 16, 2015 at 2:16 pm
These are the real deal, I saw them in person last week and I think they will be a hit.
those are the pictures.
Brian
Sep 16, 2015 at 1:45 pm
Performance with golf clubs in the right hands is the criteria NOT judgement by a photo ????
So comment AFTER you have tried them ????
The dude
Sep 16, 2015 at 2:57 pm
Ok dad
Tom
Sep 16, 2015 at 4:53 pm
That’s why half the guys on here can’t get a date.
Teaj
Sep 17, 2015 at 8:24 am
or don’t settle…. I guess there are two ways of looking at it. But I myself am a big believer in trying them out first to see if they can perform…. you know what I mean
other paul
Sep 16, 2015 at 1:36 pm
Looks to chunky. Like a cobra… What happened to the nice lines of the first one? They are on sale I noticed. May have to find a set at boxing day for $350 if there are any left.
sandtrap
Sep 16, 2015 at 1:31 pm
Looks like the Cobra amp
Dave
Sep 16, 2015 at 1:15 pm
I think that it’s becoming pretty clear that Callaway dropped the ball with this one. Exactly why OEMs should give a sneak peak into irons during the proto phase…it would greatly cut back on catastrophes like this!
Bill
Sep 16, 2015 at 3:24 pm
I think they probably have a little better idea what the market wants without reading posts from a bunch of people looking at a pic on a website.
Dave
Sep 17, 2015 at 10:44 am
They were wrong this time! Nice try.
GMatt
Sep 28, 2015 at 10:29 am
Bill, but that’s the way it rolls here, take new shafts, when a pic is posted everyone wants it without (in 95% of the cases) any idea of what the specs are and will that shaft even work for that person, this forum is site driven and egos rule depending on what’s in your bag…. How dare you (sic) state something obvious and use logic….how dare you!
They are probably right… Nice try on your part though….
Jack Nash
Sep 16, 2015 at 1:07 pm
Is it just me or are these new irons coming out from various builders looking like the Titleist/Mizuno models? They look similar if not close to the same. I still like the look but if you took all the branding off the iron it would look like a Titleist or Mizuno to me.
setter02
Sep 16, 2015 at 1:01 pm
Guess all the comments when people say how they like the satin finishes vs. chrome fall on deaf ears. OEM’s only care about what is easier to see on tv and catches the most light on the show room floor. Sad.
Chuck
Sep 16, 2015 at 1:01 pm
I always thought it was ridiculous to judge a golf club based on a single Internet photo if the back of a clubhead. But comparing the current Apexes (beautiful, functional, classic) to these … Is sad.
I expect that club designers have some sophisticated market data that tells them what sells in big box golf stores, and this is it. (Let’s face it; the Titleist AP1 and AP2 lines feature some of the same junky decoration; yet they are quality clubs.). Not for me.
Alanp
Sep 16, 2015 at 12:53 pm
Im going to reserve judgement if these are the new apex irons. There arent enough indicators to make that bold jump
Double Mocha Man
Sep 16, 2015 at 12:41 pm
Apex Pro… from beautiful to ugly. On the other hand, if it works, I don’t care if there are fins on the back of my clubhead.
Mat
Sep 16, 2015 at 12:34 pm
Oh look; they seem to have made the face finish so it doesn’t become a stupid mirror… imagine that.
cody
Sep 16, 2015 at 12:34 pm
yuck, worst iron offering by on OEM so far this year.
Mat
Sep 16, 2015 at 12:35 pm
I got a filling from the dentist that looks better than that Pro…