Autumn Offerings

Charlie Schroeder takes a look at the latest new gear to have hit the shelves

Adams Golf's Idea SUPER 9031 hybrid

Small but Shapely

Adams Golf's Idea SUPER 9031 hybrid (approximately HK$1,550) features a tiny 80cc clubhead with Velocity Slot Technology in the crown and another slot on the sole. Both features help enhance ball speed. Conceived for low-to-mid handicappers, this utility club also has a thin maraging-steel clubface that produces a spring-like effect. That, combined with the smaller head shape, means better players can not only expect to hit longer shots, but shape them with ease. Comes in four different lofts (16°, 18°, 20°, 23°) and three different (Mitsubishi Diamana D+) shaft flexes. www.adamsgolf.com

 

Grip and Spin

What do Rickie Fowler, Ian Poulter and Lexi Thompson have in common? They’re all on Cobra’s Tour staff, which means they wear bright, colourful outfits of dubious style and offer advice on new club design. Their latest release? The company's new Tour Trusty Wedge (around HK$920). Constructed with a straighter leading edge and non-offset hosel, the Tour Trusty has, not surprisingly, been built with a shape better players prefer. What makes it really perform well around the greens, however, are larger and wider milled grooves (for more spin) and a Variable Feed Rate milling that roughens the rest of the face rough for better grip. Made from 8620 carbon steel and available in two finishes, Tour Matte Satin and Tour Matte Black PVD. Comes in 11 different loft/bounce combinations. www.cobragolf.com

Cobra’s Tour Trusty Wedge

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Written by Charlie Schroeder

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