Equipment

Axiom: Fujikura’s all-new iron shaft with VeloCore

Published

1 year ago

Feb 15, 2023

Fujikura has today introduced a new addition to its line of iron shafts: Axiom.

“Designed for ultimate consistency and feel,” Axiom iron shafts will be available through Fujikura’s Charter Dealer network beginning March of 2023.

The new Axiom iron shaft line utilizes the same VeloCore Technology featured in both Ventus and Ventus TR. VeloCore Technology is precisely configured in design to provide golfers with extreme consistency, stability, and workability on all shots.

Per Fujikura, extensive player testing and Enso analytics validated that the integration of VeloCore Technology into an iron profile yielded the same performance results players have experienced with Ventus.

According to the company, these benefits include increased ball speeds from better and more consistent center-face contact, tightened dispersion (both distance and accuracy), and maximum control for more consistent shot patterns.

Another key feature of the new Axiom line is a 3-parallel shaft length system that further aims to drive performance throughout the set. Long (2i-4i), mid (5i-7i), and short (8i-PW) shaft parallel configurations are designed to help create constant set weight and eliminate the need for extensive shaft tipping. Reduced tipping enables the retention of premium material integration in the tip section in order to maintain consistency and feel.

“When we set out to create an iron shaft that would feature our flagship technology, it needed to meet very demanding and specific criteria for us to call it a success. Not only did it need to provide golfers the same exceptional benefits they’ve experienced with other VeloCore-powered products, but also give players the unique and iron-specific performance attributes that will truly enhance their critical scoring shots,” – Spencer Reynolds, Fujikura’s Product & Brand Manager.

Axiom is available in three shaft weights and various flexes to fit a wide range of players and is designed for golfers seeking to maximize their iron performance by hitting it closer to their target more consistently and efficiently. Axiom will be available at retail from March 2023 through authorized Fujikura Charter Dealers.

Pricing & Offerings

125 gram (X-Stiff): $125
105 gram (Stiff; X-Stiff): $115
75 gram (R2; Regular; Stiff): $105

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Whats in the Bag

Min Woo Lee WITB 2024 (May)

Published

6 hours ago

May 21, 2024

GolfWRX Staff

Min Woo Lee what’s in the bag accurate as of Charles Schwab Challenge.

Driver: Callaway Paradym Triple Diamond S (10.5 degrees @9.5)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Blue 6 X

3-wood: Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Triple Diamond HL (16.5 degrees @15.5)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Blue 9 X

Hybrid: Callaway Apex Pro (20 degrees)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Blue HB 8 X

Check out more in-hand photos of Min Woo Lee’s clubs here.

Irons: Callaway X Forged UT (2), Callaway Apex MB (4-PW)
Shafts: True Temper AMT Tour White (2), True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100 (4-PW)

Wedges: Callaway Jaws MD5 (50-10S, ), Titleist Vokey Design SM9 (56-14F @55), WedgeWorks (60-T)
Shafts: Nippon NS Pro Modus3

Putter: Odyssey Ai-One Milled Six T DB
Shaft: Odyssey Stroke Lab 70
Grip: SuperStroke Zenergy Claw 1.0

Grips: Grip Master

Check out more in-hand photos of Min Woo Lee’s clubs here.

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Whats in the Bag

Talor Gooch WITB 2024 (May)

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6 hours ago

May 21, 2024

GolfWRX Staff

Talor Gooch WITB accurate as of the PGA Championship. More photos from the event here.

Driver: Ping G430 LST (9 degrees @7.5)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Tensei 1K White 80 TX

3-wood: Callaway Epic Speed Triple Diamond (15 degrees)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Diamana D-Plus 80 TX

Check out more in-hand photos of Talor Gooch’s clubs here.

Hybrid: Callaway Big Bertha Alpha 815 (20 degrees @19)
Shaft: Aldila Tour Blue ATX 105h TX

Irons: Callaway X Forged UT (22 degrees), Callaway X Forged CB (4-6), Callaway Apex MB (7-9)
Shafts: Nippon Modus3 Tour 125 X

Check out more in-hand photos of Talor Gooch’s clubs here.

Wedges: Callaway Jaws MD5 (46-10S, 52-10S, 56-10S, 60-08)
Shaft: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400

Putter: Odyssey Tri-Hot 5K Two
Shaft: Odyssey Stroke Lab

Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet

More photos of Talor Gooch’s WITB in the forums.

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Equipment

Spotted: Chris Kirk’s Callaway Opus wedges

Published

9 hours ago

May 21, 2024

Brian Knudson

Gear junkies have been waiting patiently for Callaway to release new wedges. We may have gotten a sneak peek at what’s coming after seeing something new in Chris Kirk’s bag at the 2024 Charles Schwab Challenge. Spotted were a few different wedges, but the Callaway Opus caught our eye.

The term opus can mean, “any artistic work, especially one on a large scale. With iconic wedge designer Roger Cleveland now working with Terra Forza golf, could this have been his last creation for Callaway?

We don’t have any official word from Callaway on these wedges, but the main focal point seems to be the extra mass in the center of the club. This added material could be used to adjust the center of gravity on the wedge in order for it to launch and spin a specific way. It can also be used to enhance the feel and sound of the club with more material behind the impact location.

The shaping of the head looks to be a little more on the rounded side compared to the current Jaws Raw wedges. The topline on the wedge looks to be fairly thin and the leading edge is pretty straight with just a little bit of a radius to it. The color looks to be an antique brown and it will be interesting to see if that is a plating on the club or some kind of oilcan finish that will wear away and rust.