2009 Irons Buyer's Guide
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Srixon i-701 Key Feature: A pocket-cavity structure that lowers and deepens the CG, making it easier to get the ball airborne for a higher, longer ballflight. What We Like: The two-piece design that has a slightly softer face than body for a very soft and buttery feel. Who It’s For: Virtually any type of player. High handicappers will dig having the option to play forged irons that are considered game- improvement sticks. (Better players will like ‘em, too.) Specs: 2-PW with True Temper Dynamic Gold steel shafts. srixon.com | $799 |
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| Taylormade Burner 09 Key Feature: The long, mid- and short irons were each designed separately to create a consistent distance gap. Progressive COR, MOI and shaft lengths (the 4-iron is about an inch longer than standard) make the Burner 09 forgiving, long and consistent. What We Like: Tests show that the 4-iron goes 15 yards past the competition. Long, light shafts and a superthin clubface for high COR are a big plus. Who It’s For: Golfers of all handicaps. Specs: 4-AW w/ steel or graphite shafts; 3-iron, LW and SW also available. taylormadegolf.com | $840-1,080 |
Taylormade Tour Preferred Key Feature: The undercut cavity, a sole designed specifically for shotmaking purposes and an Inverted Cone behind the face are just a few of the many features in each TP iron. What We Like: The emphasis with these irons is on shotmaking and trajectory control, but with an undercut cavity. It’s hard to ignore how forgiving they are. Who It’s For: Better players willing to play a forgiving cavity-back that offers incredible shotmaking capabilities. Specs: Available in 2-SW in steel shafts; custom options are available. taylormadegolf.com | $900 |
Titleist AP2 Key Feature: A multimaterial construction and dual-cavity design that helps launch the ball high, straight and far. What We Like: The AP2s are forged and provide a traditional feel, but if you prefer a more forgiving cast model with comparable looks, there’s the AP1. Who It’s For: Low handicappers who dig the benefits and look of the AP2s’ dual-cavity design (especially the AP2s’ soft elastomer cushion that reduces face vibration and promotes a solid feel). Specs: Range from 3- and 4-iron to W (LH and RH). Precision Project X shafts. titleist.com | $1,000 |
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