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Mizuno’s new, super-adjustable GT-180 driver and fairway woods

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All the way back in August, we spotted a prototype “GT-180” driver from Mizuno that had a sole full of adjustable features.

Then, in November, Mizuno launched a ST-180 driver that had “wave-sole technology” in the sole that was used to push weight low-and-forward in the club head to reduce spin rates. But, the ST-180 did not have the adjustable features of the GT driver we spotted. So, we thought, where is this ultra-adjustable “GT-180” driver?

Well, Mizuno finally launched the GT-180 driver. It’s packed with all of the adjustability we expected, but now we have all the tech info. There’s also GT-180 fairway woods.

Read below for everything you need to know about the GT-180 drivers and the fairway woods, and see what GolfWRX members are saying about them in our forums.

Mizuno GT-180 driver

Mizuno promises extreme adjustability and performance optimization with its GT-180 driver. The club features a forged SP700 Ti face, implementing the multi-thickness face concept we’ve seen recently as manufacturers strive to maximize ball speed across the face. Two movable, 7-gram weights offer the full buffet of adjustability options, and the Quick Switch adjustable hosel allows for four degrees of loft adjustment and three degrees of lie toggling.

“With its wider range of settings, the GT180 can hold the key to squeeze out those last few seemingly unattainable yards,” says Bill Price, Custom Fitting Manager at Mizuno. “Being able to fine tune your launch angle and spin rate is the final element in the equation to find your most efficient flight.”

On the subject of how golfers should choose between GT-180 and ST-180 drivers, R&D Director David Llewellyn put it simply.

“Most players like to keep things as uncomplicated as possible – to stand there and give the ball a rip. The ST-180 is for them. Then you have players who enjoy the process of dialing in a driver and getting it optimized to the yard – that’s the GT-180. Everything else is very similar – playability, ball speed. Chose a model based on your attitude to the game – it’s not about ability.”

GT-180 drivers will sell for $500, and they come stock with Mitsubishi’s Kuro Kage shafts, although other shafts are available at no upcharge.

Mizuno GT-180 fairway woods

Reduced spin, maximum adjustability, and no ballooning if you’re in the upper range of the swing speed scale. Such are Mizuno’s promises with its new GT-180 fairway woods. The company continues to refine its Wave Sole and sliding weight system, pairing the technologies with a thinner, 1770 maraging steel face.

Mizuno’s GT-180 fairways woods offer 17 grams of total sliding weight, as well as the same Quick Switch hosel as the driver (four degrees of loft adjustment, three degrees of lie). A TS (tour style) model with a more compact, lower-lofted head, is also available. The fairway woods will sell for $300 apiece.

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  1. cdj

    Feb 4, 2018 at 6:59 am

    How will it survive a sliver rating from GD club test? TIC of course…

  2. Lee

    Feb 2, 2018 at 11:21 am

    So how many of their Staff players will put it in the bag?
    As usual probably none, stick to making irons!

  3. JJVas

    Feb 2, 2018 at 10:06 am

    Definitely will try this one. I love my JPX 900, but I wish it was just a bit deeper. I have it set to 7.5* with the supposedly lowest-launching 757-X, and am still living around 2500 RPMs. It’s really straight, and on average as long as my M1, but if this one is a touch deeper, that may mean a buy.

    • JJVas

      Feb 2, 2018 at 10:08 am

      Btw, that lie angle chunk on the bottom is straight garbage. Removed mine and added an additional weight. Can’t believe they repeated that mistake.

      • Nigel Tufnel

        Feb 4, 2018 at 2:12 pm

        The chunk on the bottom is (I believe) for face angle adjustment – not lie.
        I quite like that feature as I need increased loft but don’t like closed face look at address.

  4. Stan

    Feb 2, 2018 at 9:31 am

    Both the ST and GT 190 drivers have forged SP700 Ti face inserts, but the question is what is the metallurgy of the driver bodies, the crown and sole?
    My guess the bodies are a cast aluminum-titanium matrix to achieve the complex shapes in both driver models.
    The Al/Ti matrix is like 99% aluminum and 1% titanium, and is usually found in really cheap jumbo drivers at WalMart.

  5. Larry

    Feb 2, 2018 at 1:43 am

    Both the ST and GT 190 drivers have forged SP700 Ti face inserts, but the question is what is the metallurgy of the driver bodies, the crown and sole?
    My guess the bodies are a cast aluminum-titanium matrix to achieve the complex shapes in both driver models.
    The Al/Ti matrix is like 99% aluminum and 1% titanium, and is usually found in really cheap jumbo drivers at WalMart.
    This is just another ripoff of gullible gearhead golfers who think they are getting something special.

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Cameron Young WITB 2024 (March)

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  • Cameron Young WITB accurate as of the Valspar Championship. 

Driver: Titleist TSR3 (9 degrees)
Shaft: Accra Tour Z5 65 M5

2-wood: Titleist TSR 2W Prototype (13 degrees)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Tensei 1K White 80 TX

Irons: Titleist T200 (3), Titleist T100 (4-5), Titleist 631.CY Prototype (6-9)
Shafts: MMT Utility 105 TX (3), True Temper Dynamic Gold X7 (4-9)

Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM10 (48-10F, 52-12F, 58-08M, 60-04T @62)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold X7

Putter: Scotty Cameron Phantom 5.5 Tour Prototype

Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet Align

Ball: Titleist Pro V1 Left Dot

 

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Best hybrids 2024: Expert fitters recommend the hybrids for your game

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At GolfWRX, we believe the best hybrid for your game is going to be the one that gives you the greatest opportunity to both score and save shots during your round of golf.

In 2024, we have seen a continued expansion of hybrid options from every manufacturer with models designed to fit golfers of all skill levels and clubhead speeds. Some manufacturers offer models all the way down to 8-iron-replacement lofts.

That being said, ultimately the best way to find the best hybrid or hybrids for you is to work with a professional fitter using a launch monitor and gap them accordingly. The difficult part is a lot of people don’t have easy access to fitters, launch monitors, and club builders — so at GolfWRX, we have done a lot of the work for you.

We want to give you the tools and information to go out and find what works best for you, and we’re offering recommendations based on exactly what you need from your hybrids.

We have again broken our 2024 best hybrid list into two categories.

  • Best hybrid for golfers seeking forgiveness
  • Best hybrid for golfers seeking versatility

We reached out to our trusted fitters to discuss how they sort through the hybrid club options available to golfers. Forgiveness and versatility were the highest-ranked choices.

Most versatile hybrids of 2024

Titleist TSR2

“Forgiving speed and performance,” is the branding for the TSR2. TSR2 hybrids remain slightly longer with a classical shape. Center of gravity is lower and deeper in the TSR2 for higher launch and maximum forgiveness.

For more information, check out our launch piece.

Ping G430

In all of the G430 fairway woods and hybrids, Ping developed Carbonfly Wrap in a bid to deliver more distance by positioning the CG closer to the face line in design to maximize ball speed, resulting in higher, longer carries. The lightweight composite crown wraps into the heel and toe sections of the skirt, creating weight savings of 10 grams, which are reallocated to achieve a lower CG and increase ball speed.

For more information, check out our launch piece.

Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke

Leveraging the company’s new Ai Smart Face, Callaway’s Paradym Ai Smoke hybrid has been reshaped and features a larger profile for greater forgiveness and a refined sole camber for better turf interaction. The Tungsten Speed Cartridge is positioned in the front of the club for lower spin and ease of launch.

For more information, check out our launch piece.

TaylorMade Qi10 Rescue

The Qi10 Rescue is designed with an all-new Carbon Crown that helps free up weight for improved weight distribution in the heads. The club has split internal weighting to achieve more distance and a higher launch.

For more information, check out our launch piece.

TaylorMade Qi10 Tour Rescue

The Qi10 Tour Rescue model features a C300 face with a more compact look and a higher-toe design. It’s designed for better players who seek to combine distance and control with iron-like turf interaction, workability, and precision.

For more information, check out our launch piece.

Most forgiving hybrids of 2024

TaylorMade Qi10 Max Rescue

Qi10 Max Rescue clubs are designed with all-new Carbon Crowns that help free up weight for improved weight distribution in the heads. The Qi10 Max has an ultra-low CG (center of gravity) and a shallow face height for even higher launch and greater forgiveness.

For more information, check out our launch piece.

Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke HL

Designed for players with moderate to average swing speeds who are looking to hit the ball higher to maximize carry distance, the Paradym Ai Smoke HL leverages the company’s new Ai Smart Face. It features a larger profile for greater forgiveness and a refined sole camber for better turf interaction. The Tungsten Speed Cartridge is positioned in the front of the club for lower spin and ease of launch.

For more information, check out our launch piece.

Ping G430

In all of the G430 fairway woods and hybrids, Ping developed Carbonfly Wrap in a bid to deliver more distance by positioning the CG closer to the face line in design to maximize ball speed, resulting in higher, longer carries. The lightweight composite crown wraps into the heel and toe sections of the skirt, creating weight savings of 10 grams, which are reallocated to achieve a lower CG and increase ball speed.

For more information, check out our launch piece.

Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Max Fast

The Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Max Fast is designed for moderate-swing-speed players. In addition to Ai Smart Face, Max Fast features a larger profile for greater forgiveness and a refined sole camber for better turf interaction. The Tungsten Speed Cartridge is positioned in the front of the club for lower spin and ease of launch.

For more information, check out our launch piece.

Titleist TSR1

Titleist’s new TSR1 hybrids are built with a larger, “wood-like” size to help golfers find more speed and forgiveness. They’re also built 0.5 inches longer than standard to provide additional assistance in creating speed.

For more information, check out our launch piece.

Best hybrid of 2024: Meet the fitters

Conclusion

The fitters consulted for this piece have accumulated data from thousands of fittings with golfers just like you. From beginners to tour players, their feedback and information can’t be undervalued.

Join the discussion about the best hybrids of 2024 in the forums.

 

 

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Nelly Korda WITB 2024 (March)

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  • Nelly Korda’s WITB accurate as of her win at the Fir Hills Seri Pak Championship.

Driver: TaylorMade Qi10 Max (10.5 degrees)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Diamana GT 60 S

3-wood: TaylorMade Stealth 2 (15 degrees)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Red 7 S

5-wood: TaylorMade Stealth 2 (21 degrees)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Black 7 S

Hybrid: Ping G425 (26 degrees)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Blue HB 7 S

Irons: TaylorMade P770 (5), TaylorMade P7MC (6-PW)
Shafts: AeroTech SteelFiber i80 cw

Wedges: TaylorMade MG4 (50-09SB, 54-SB), Vokey Design WedgeWorks (58-T)
Shafts: AeroTech SteelFiber i95 cw

Putter: Scotty Cameron Special Select Squareback 2 Prototype

Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet

Ball: TaylorMade TP5x

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