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What clubs will Tiger Woods play at the Safeway Open?
Have you heard this one? Tiger Woods is going to be gaming a TaylorMade driver, Mizuno irons, and a Bridgestone ball when he makes his return to professional golf at next week’s Safeway Open. So said NoLayingUp on Twitter. Not surprisingly, the claim, and the larger debate about what Woods will play in the wake of Nike’s imminent exit from the equipment space, has inspired a red-hot thread.
There have been more than 200 replies in just three days, so you’ll want to check this one out. See the thread.
Note: At 9:21 a.m. EST, Tiger Woods officially committed to play in the Safeway Open.
Reaction to Parnevik’s “Tiger is hitting like he did 15 years ago” claim
Jesper Parnevik got his shot in Golf Digest’s “My Shot,” and you’ll want to read what he had to say about how Tiger is hitting it as he prepares to return next week (spoiler: see the headline). Needless to say, the comment inspired both incredulity and a “fingers crossed” spirit.
See what WRXers have to say about Jesper’s remarks.
What to wear with solid black golf shoes?
Occasionally in FTF, we like to bring you some of the game’s eternal fashion conundrums (see: “Does anybody still wear khaki?”). This week: It’s user EmperorPenguin (there’s a joke in there somewhere about penguins wearing black shoes to match their black tuxedos) asking what he ought to wear with his solid black golf shoes.
To read the replies, or if you’re similarly confused yourself, see the thread.
The evolution of Ryder Cup fashion
A commentary on how the U.S. Ryder Cup attire has improved since the awful/legendary shirts at Brookline in 1999 (yes, those shirts), quickly turned into a discussion about whether the team’s clothing should be made in America.
Interesting thread! Check it out.
Changes to the PGA Tour logo?
As far as we can tell, Yahoo/Golf News Network’s Ryan Ballengee is the originator of this alteration to the PGA Tour’s logo featuring Arnold Palmer’s silhouette.
What do you think? Join the discussion.
In our forums, our members have been discussing the most forgiving wedges on the market. WRXer ‘aaronpoling’ lays out his current setup and what he’s currently considering, saying:
“I am looking at getting new wedges, but looking for a forgiving wedge.
I currently play Ping G25 50°, MD4 54° and 58°. I used to play the CBX2 in the 50°, 54° and 58° and liked them a lot; but like any good dad, my son took them.
I am currently looking Callaway’s CB12 and Cleveland’s CBZ. Anyone have thoughts on these? Or recommendations of other wedges that I should check out?”
And our members have been weighing in with their thoughts and recommendations in response, with one brand coming out emphatically on top.
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.
- boggyman: “CBZs are amazing wedges!”
- drewbens: “Agreed, the Cleveland CB wedges are great! Already had a CBX Full Face 2 54 and recently added a 50 and 58 (for well under $100 a piece). Was chipping so well last week that my brother-in-law asked if the wedges were legal. Definitely underrated wedges for those of us that are not scratch golfers.”
- BogeyTed: “Get Cleveland CBX/CBZ. Very underrated clubs.”
Entire Thread: “Best ‘forgiving’ wedges – GolfWRXers discuss”
In our forums, our members have been reacting to a WRXer who claims to have built the “worst fitting clubs ever.” ‘dlow206’ recounts his experience with plenty of insightful findings for where he can go better next time in a detailed post, saying:
“Here’s my story of building the worst fitting clubs ever (for me). And my findings of what a better fit is.
I am short in stature, as well as a very short wrist to floor of 30.5″. I went down a rabbit hole of wanting to try irons 1″ shorter of more than standard length. Given the shorter lengths, the swingweights would be super light unless I added back a ton of weight to the heads, but I don’t like adding an extreme amount of weight back to the heads, so I decided to compensate with heavier shafts (115 grams instead of 95). Played with this set for a while and was hitting all irons extremely poorly. Thin, fat, right, right, left. My swing didn’t deteriorate that much because I was hitting my driver well, woods well, etc.
Went back to my older set of irons, playing at standard length, and my iron play improved immediately. Since then, have been doing more testing, while paying more attention to different possible variables. What I have found is I actually prefer lighter total weight with relatively normal or slightly heavier swingweights. Did a recent fitting and found that 85 gram shafts were better for me than 95 grams with standard length and relatively standard swingweights.
Still trying to dial in a final iron shaft choice, so have a few contenders that I will be testing. Will be moving away from my current Steelfiber i95 S parallel to lighter and softer
- MMT 80 parallel R – worked pretty well in a limited number of swings at a fitting
- Fujikura Travil 85 R – the fitter liked the Axiom 95 R for me at Club Champion, but i didn’t love the effort required to swing them. If there was a 85 Axiom, that would probably have been a great fit. So i am going try a Travil 85 R which is japan only
- Steelfiber i80 CW R – i have been playing Steelfibers for a long time, so need to give one Steelfiber shaft a shot
Given I do club building work, I am going to build all of these shafts with the All-Fit universal iron adapters to pair with a Srixon 7 iron head for testing. With these adapters, there isn’t a swingweight issue because the amount of weight from drilling out is about equivalent to the universal adapter components.”
And our members have been sharing their reactions 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.
- Mikey_HACKilroy: “That length cut costs you a fair amount in swing points. I’d posit the length mattered more than the weight because a 115g shaft isn’t going to actually add enough back after cutting an inch off. Does it mean 115 would ultimately work? Hard to say. Maybe try a 1/2″ cut and add 2g to the head to compensate assuming the 7i is 37″ long. Maybe that will feel better. It translates to the same ~D2 you’re swinging at with the 95g shafts (estimated based on common weight, but you can weigh your parts on your own obviously).”
- Stuart_G: “Your process is good – keep at it and trust it.”
Entire Thread: “I built the worst fitting clubs ever – GolfWRXers discuss”
A second version of PXG’s Secret Weapon has this week landed on the USGA’s conforming list, much to the interest of our members.
The original version of the brand’s Secret Weapon launched in January of 2025, with the second version also featuring four distinct weight ports in the head and coming with 13-degree of loft.
In our forums, our members have been assessing the new version and sharing their thoughts.
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.
- DTorres: “Kinda looks like the face on the new one might be slightly deeper. Little bit more rounded leading edge.”
- snagy2000: “The current version is REALLY good, long…This one looks like they’re bringing some lightning tech to it…”
- SEP1006: “Agree with this, hard to tell from that angle but looks like the face may be the same as the Lightning. If that’s the case may have to give this a serious look. Absolutely love my 2wd which is also a 13* loft. But that Lightning Tour Mid Driver face is hot and forgiving.”
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Adrien Jenot
Oct 11, 2016 at 12:57 pm
and he’s pulled out of it…. because his game just isn’t there! oh well maybe he’ll come back for the masters next year!
Matto
Oct 9, 2016 at 6:22 am
PowerBilt, TW will be using PowerBilt
Dave r
Oct 8, 2016 at 12:50 pm
Since my last post was was sensored feel like the Smizzle . He will play what ever he wants to
Matto
Oct 9, 2016 at 6:04 am
Like an alarm? A smoke detector? Maybe a lie detector?
What type of sensor?
The Perfect Golf Swing
Oct 8, 2016 at 12:54 am
My money is on Titleist.
I think it’s the right fit for Tiger and I’m sure signing up with them.
Cheers
Bill
Oct 7, 2016 at 7:47 pm
False! It’s Ty Tryon
DJ
Oct 7, 2016 at 3:54 pm
welcome back kid. if it wasn’t football season and baseball playoffs, ratings would be huge if he’s on primetime coverage over the weekend
DJ
Oct 7, 2016 at 3:51 pm
Why would he have to change clubs. He probably stocked up on 20 of each club he uses. He’s only switching once he’s announced a endorsement deal.
Joe Don
Oct 7, 2016 at 3:44 pm
Why would he play 3 tournaments this year with Nike clubs, just to change them out at the beginning of next year?
Dollars
Oct 7, 2016 at 4:37 pm
Money.
Grizz01
Oct 7, 2016 at 7:26 pm
Child support and alimony. (you know for whoring around on his family)
Titty681
Oct 8, 2016 at 7:50 am
Not funny, so try again.
TMBurner2.0
Oct 9, 2016 at 3:14 am
Totally hilarious. Because it is.
jimmy
Oct 7, 2016 at 12:54 pm
Tiger will be using his same old Nike set up but putting with his old trusty Scotty NP2 (GSS)… for now.
Tom
Oct 9, 2016 at 12:06 am
you can put $ on that
Topic_Monitor
Oct 7, 2016 at 11:28 am
Respect fellow WRXers and have a great weekend!
JOEL GOODMAN
Oct 7, 2016 at 10:09 am
Tiger will play what he likes until his agent makes a club deal and then he’ll play whatever makes him the most money.. Look at the crap he played with for years. Can you imagine what he could do with Mizuno or Titleist irons and a choice of T-made or Callaway woods?
Noper
Oct 7, 2016 at 9:27 am
I thought Parnevic hated Eldrick’s guts for what he did to Elin? Why does he care how Eldrick swings?
Brian
Oct 7, 2016 at 10:53 am
Time heals all wounds. A lot has happened in 7 years. They play golf together a lot now.
Jim
Oct 7, 2016 at 11:17 am
He’s been irrelevant for a while. Just gettimg his name in.
Makes sense….His Endo Forged Mizunos made him famous, Bridgestone MADE his TW balls (the ones he could control)
and TM will pay ANYONE – ANYONE to tee off in ANYTHING with one of their ‘woods’
Neil Cameron
Oct 8, 2016 at 9:16 am
endo dont forge Mizunos
Chu does
Juice
Oct 7, 2016 at 8:31 am
I’d love to see Arnie’s silhouette on the PGA Tour logo. Also, I doubt Tiger will change his bag for the Safeway, but I’m curious if he’ll make major changes to his bag for 2017.
Justin
Oct 7, 2016 at 9:40 am
100% with you on this one. Doubt he is blowing up his entire bag for his very first tournament back.
N
Oct 7, 2016 at 2:02 pm
How would you know what he’ll decide? Every manufacturer has throw their stuff at him to test. He could show up with a WRX chip marker and a bag full of mishmash stuff like us!!!! That would be so cool
otto
Oct 7, 2016 at 7:25 pm
Tiger is not a equipment whore. He really old school and traditional. x100’s with a blade. small driver head and comfy wedges. Hes not the type to tinker around with high tech shit. I would say hes more concerned with the ball. If i was Tiger’s agent, i would tell him not to sign an equipment deal and play whatever you want. What is a club deal to a billionaire. A 50 million dollar bag sponsor is nice and fill it with your preference.
TMBurner2.0
Oct 9, 2016 at 3:15 am
Except he’ll be playing a M2 driver.
JOEL GOODMAN
Oct 7, 2016 at 10:12 am
To honor and respect “the King” I hope the PGA is smart enough to leave the logo alone and make it a permanent honor to the man that made golf a popular sport for the masses.
Joshuaplaysgolf
Oct 7, 2016 at 4:43 pm
The PGA logo is not of Arnie, it isn’t a depiction of anyone. Just a generic golf silhouette. I’m not following you on how changing the logo would disrespect Palmer, especially when people want the logo to change TO a silhouette of Arnie.
Jim
Oct 7, 2016 at 5:01 pm
The ‘reverse C’ is a lousy finish anyway…unnecessary with better current biomechanics…
Arnie’s silhouette is too cool. It’s a keeper for sure!