Fairway Woods/Hybrids

Key Feature: Like the driver, the Speedline F11 woods are shaped for maximum aerodynamics, only this time, in the smaller shape of a wood that also can cut through the grass. The Vertical Slot tech is designed to add more spring-like power to every shot.
What We Like: Great looks and a ballflight that pops the ball upward in a hurry.
Who It’s For: Golfers who want a long-hitting fairway wood, especially the titanium model.
Specs: Comes in three lofts (13°, 15°, 18°) with Aldila VooDoo VS or Matrix X-Con graphite shafts. Ti, Draw model, and L-hand available.
adamsgolf.com | $199/$299 ti

Key Feature: The unique shape uses a forged, maraging-steel face insert for added distance and a lower CG for a higher trajectory.
What We Like: The classic-meets-new geometry. Classic lines and curves mask a neo-triangular shape. Players can’t help but notice how sharp they look. The high-launch characteristics are ideal for players who want more carry and distance from their woods.
Who It’s For: Golfers who want a sweet-looking fairway wood with an added boost in trajectory.
Specs: Comes in four lofts (13°, 15°, 17°, 19°) with Graphite Design JS shafts.
bobbyjonesgolf.com | $199

Key Feature: Made of stainless steel for rugged durability, these clubs utilize VFT technology to launch the ball off the face with added distance and forgiveness.
What We Like: Big power and a big sole make it easy to hit this club both off a tee and off the ground. The shaping is pure Callaway.
Who It’s For: Golfers who want big distance from on or off the fairway. Better players will dig the more neutral Tour version.
Specs: Comes in five lofts (15°, 17°, 19°, 21°, 24°) with Diablo Octane graphite shafts. L-hand available in 15° and 17°.
callawaygolf.com | $199

Key Feature: A forged composite crown that reduces weight and moves it down toward the sole of the club. The result? More distance and a better ballflight from a great-looking club.
What We Like: The Tour-inspired shaping will appeal to the player who likes to work the ball. But the forgiveness? Seriously, that will help everyone hit better, longer, straighter shots.
Who It’s For: For all golfers, although we suspect better players will like it even more.
Specs: Comes in four lofts (13°, 15°, 18°, 21°) with RAZR Hawk graphite shafts (all flexes). L-hand available in 15° or 18°.
callawaygolf.com | $229

Key Feature: Weight was removed from the shaft and grip (30g’s worth), making the Launcher FL produce faster swing speeds, ball speeds and longer carry off the tee or ground.
What We Like: The ball jumps off the face upward in a hurry. Oh, and it never stops going. Really, it’s among the longest fairway woods we’ve every tried.
Who It’s For: Golfers who need big-time forgiveness and distance with their woods.
Specs: Comes in five lofts (13°, 15°, 17°, 19°, 22°) with Miyazaki C. Kua graphite shafts (all flexes). L-hand available in 15° and 19°.
clevelandgolf.com | $199

Key Feature: A larger, hotter face that makes this all-steel design produce big distance and exceptional accuracy, even if you occasionally miss the sweet spot (which is huge, by the way.)
What We Like: The oversized profile adds confidence, making it easier to swing aggressively. Also, the stock Fujikura Blur shaft is a good one. They combine to produce a lot of distance. It’s a great alternative to the driver on tight holes.
Who It’s For: All golfer types.
Specs: Comes in three lofts (13°, 15°, 17°) with Fujikura Blur graphite shafts. L-hand available in 15° and 18°.
cobragolf.com | $169

Key Feature: The Dynacraft Prophet ICT series takes our revolutionary, patent-pending interchangeable hosel adapter to the fairway woods. Now with the interchangeable Prophet ICT 8-position adapter, each hosel insertion provides differing lie angles ranging from 2° upright to 2° flat, and face angles from 2° open to 2° closed.
What We Like: The adjustability is very cool, but it’s also long and straight from the fairway and off the tee. Also, what a great price!
Who It’s For: All player types.
Specs: Comes in three lofts (15°, 18°, 21°) with a variety of shaft options to choose from.
hirekogolf.com | $54

Key Feature: A classic, Tour-inspired shaping that will appeal to shotmakers who want fairway woods that launch the ball up quickly after impact with the ball.
What We Like: These woods are made with a low CG, but they’re also workable, thanks to the classic, low-profile styling.
Who It’s For: The lofts on the SF-410 woods are carefully calibrated for the average player who wants a higher ballflight. They’re also very forgiving, thanks to a high MOI rating.
Specs: Comes in four lofts (16°, 19°, 22°, 24°) with MD-335ff graphite shafts.
fourteengolf.com | $329

Key Feature: A Hot Metal, maraging-steel face design for distance and Ultimate Dynamic Stability (U.D.S.) tech for improved forgiveness.
What We Like: Like the JPX-800 driver, these woods have a clean, no-nonsense stainless-steel appeal. The beveled leading edge slips across the grass with ease, and the low CG creates a high trajectory. The ball flies straight and far, even if you miss the sweet spot sometimes. (Hey, who doesn’t?)
Who It’s For: All player types.
Specs: Comes in three lofts (15°, 18°, 21°) with Mizuno FS5 graphite shafts.
mizunogolf.com | $199

Key Feature: Its streamlined square shape adds more aerodynamics and pushes weight toward the corners for ample forgiveness and a high MOI. It’s also easy to align behind the golf ball.
What We Like: It may be a holdover from last year, but there’s good reason for it. This club is easy to hit high and far. The square shape is a plus when it comes to alignment. It’s almost as though it’s easy to aim with it behind the ball.
Who It’s For: Mid- to higher-handicappers.
Specs: Comes in four lofts (15°, 17°, 19°, 21°) with a UST Mamiya Proforce AXIVCore graphite shaft. L-hand available in 15° and 19°.
nikegolf.com | $239

Key Feature: Like the driver with the same name, the VR Pro fairway woods utilize a variable-compression channel that runs along the sole behind the face. This adds more distance across more points on the clubface.
What We Like: This club was designed for the better player, with a flat profile and low leading edges, both of which make this not only a solid fairway wood, but a shotmaker’s tool, as well.
Who It’s For: Better players.
Specs: Comes in four lofts (13°, 15°, 17°, 19°) with Project X graphite shafts in a variety of flexes. L-hand available in 15° and 19°.
nikegolf.com | $229

Key Feature: A weighting scheme that actually has a fade bias. This is so better players can more easily manipulate their shots.
What We Like: It’s both forgiving and really responsive to our shot-calling. We aren’t pros, but hitting high, low, fade or draw shots was easy to do with this shotmaker.
Who It’s For: Better players who not only want to shape their shots, but also want forgiveness in a sleek, all-stainless-steel design.
Specs: Comes in three lofts (14°, 15.5°, 18.5°) with PING TFC 700F or UST Mamiya AXIVCore shafts (all flexes). L-hand available in all lofts.
ping.com | $229

Key Feature: Straight Flight Technology (mass toward the heel) helps golfers better square the clubhead at impact for both straighter and longer shots from the tee or fairway.
What We Like: The oversized construction helps push the CG way back and deep into the clubhead, which for us, launched the ball up and out of harm’s way in a hurry. The ball also lands really softly, which is what you want from a mega-forgiving fairway wood.
Who It’s For: Mid- to high-handicappers.
Specs: Comes in three lofts (16°, 19°, 22°) with PING TFC 149F graphite shafts. L-hand available.
ping.com | $199

Key Feature: Like the driver, these woods have pressurized nitrogen (up to 150 psi) in the clubhead for added strength without the need for extra weight.
What We Like: The nitrogen must be working. These fairway woods, although not new this year, are still a favorite of ours, because they’re so easy to hit. The ball launches up and far–two things we want from a fairway wood.
Who It’s For: Golfers who want some woods that have a lot of pop and firepower.
Specs: Comes in three lofts (15°, 19°, 21°) with Powerized graphite shafts (various flexes).
powerbilt.com | $199

Key Feature: The hosel is adjustable for up to 12 different clubface angle/lie configurations for a true, custom fit on the fly.
What We Like: Stellar looks and classic shaping. The Starburst face technology really makes these fairway woods pop with a lot of distance, even off the sweet spot. It’s also made of titanium, meaning it has driver-like feel.
Who It’s For: Better players who want to manipulate the configuration of this sexy, new fairway wood.
Specs: Comes in two lofts (15° and 18°) with Miyazaki Dromos graphite shafts (various flexes).
srixon.com | $249

Key Feature: The new Burner SuperFast 2.0 is a driver in fairway-wood disguise. Its lighter, longer shaft and streamlined aerodynamics increase a golfer’s swing speed for more distance.
What We Like: The white color is beautiful, but the real stuff is in how well this fairway wood performs. It’s insanely long, just like its daddy (the Burner SuperFast 2.0 driver).
Who It’s For: All player types. Better players might prefer the more streamlined TP version.
Specs: Comes in four lofts (15°, 17°, 18°, 21°) with Matrix X-Con graphite shafts (various flexes). L-hand available in 15° and 17°.
taylormadegolf.com | $200

Key Feature: Two ways to adjust: the hosel (Flight Control Technology) for loft adjustments, and the Adjustable Sole Plate for clubface angle tweaks. The result? A fairway wood that can be tailor-made to fit anyone (we had to say it).
What We Like: The Adjustable Sole Plate design is extraordinary, and in our opinion, even more practical with woods than with the driver. As for performance, it worked just as we expected–long and straight with a lot of forgiveness.
Who It’s For: There’s a combination for all.
Specs: Comes in five lofts (14°, 15.5°, 17°, 19°, 22°) with Fujikura Blur shafts. L-hand avail.
taylormadegolf.com | $230

Key Feature: SureFit Tour technology that yields dual-angle hosel technology for a custom, precise loft and lie angle fitting.
What We Like: When it comes to fairway woods, we tend to favor more traditional shapes. And well, this one oozes tradition. It’s also a solid performer in terms of distance.
Who It’s For: Low- to middle handicappers. There’s also a 910Fd model with a deep face design that will appeal to golfers who want a more penetrating ballflight.
Specs: Comes in four lofts (13.5°, 15°, 17°, 19°) with MRC Diamana __ðahina or Project X graphite.
titleist.com | $279

Key Feature: A beta-titanium, boomerang face design that, according to Tour Edge, helps create the company’s most powerful wood ever.
What We Like: The crown and sole are titanium, combo-brazed with a heavier tungsten sole that accounts for up to 65 percent of the head’s overall mass. The result is an uber-forgiving and insanely long fairway wood.
Who It’s For: Golfers who truly want to bomb their shots high and far from the fairway.
Specs: Comes in five lofts (13°, 15°, 16.5°, 18°, 21°) with Fujikura Motore graphite shafts (various flexes). L-hand available in 15° and 18°.
touredge.com | $299

Key Feature: Designed for added workability, the CB4 has a more compact, pear-shaped hyper steel body and a titanium cupface.
What We Like: The CB4 has a higher, deeper CG for more penetrating shots, which also creates less backspin for more shotmaking maneuverability. We especially like the Aldila RIP shaft, as it seems to be a perfect fit. And in case you’re wondering, this is still an Exotics wood, meaning it’s going to be long and forgiving.
Who It’s For: Better players who shape shots.
Specs: Comes in four lofts (13°, 15°, 16.5°, 18°) with Aldila RIP graphite shafts.
touredge.com | $299

Key Feature: Designed with direct input from Padraig Harrington, these new fairway woods have a low CG for a higher launch. The radiused (curved) sole helps golfers hit shots from uneven lies, and the variable-thickness clubface makes the sweet spot a lot bigger.
What We Like: The DXi is an easy-to-hit alternative to the driver, and because one of the most likable guys in golf actually uses it (Harrington), how could you not like it?
Who It’s For: All player types.
Specs: Comes in three lofts (13°, 15°, 18°) with Aldila VooDoo VS7 graphite shafts.

2010 Buyer’s Guide Woods

Looking to finally reach that long par-5 in two? How about actually hitting the green from 200 yards away, in the rough? With this year’s offering of new fairway woods and hybrids, we suspect you’ll be hitting shots you never thought possible.

Golf Tips Legend Our picks for new technologies, hot trends and equipment standouts.

Choosing the right club–that too has gotten a lot easier. We think fairway woods, in general, have become much easier to hit. All you have to do is dial in the right loft and shaft and you’ll be ready to scorch up the par-5s and hit more fairways on those tricky short par-4s. Check out our picks for the best new fairway woods and hybrids of 2010.

Acer XDS Insider Key Feature: A Square Optical Alignment System designed to help each club sit squarely behind the ball, regardless of loft. The crown has variable thickness for better energy transfer and a higher MOI. What We Like: They’re a cinch to align and, dare we say, among the best value of any club we’ve seen in 2010. Who It’s For: Players looking for straighter, more consistent shots with their fairway woods. Specs: Comes in three lofts (16_¡, 19_¡, 22_¡) with custom shaft options. hirekogolf.com | $19.95 (clubhead)	Adams Speedline Fast 10 Key Feature: A new cambered sole for added versatility and a weight pad located in the heel for a higher MOI. What We Like: Is it a hybrid or a fairway wood? Could be both. It’s easy to hit and slips through even the thickest turf with a lot more ease than a traditionally shaped fairway wood does. Who It’s For: All players, especially those who prefer the looks of a more compact hybrid. Specs: Comes in three lofts (13_¡, 15_¡, 18_¡) with Aldila Wasabi or Matrix HD graphite shafts. adamsgolf.com | $199	Adams Speedline 9032Ti Key Feature: An ultralight crown, ultralow CG, a titanium body and a whopping 80 grams’ worth of tungsten weights in the sole. What We Like: The weight port allows for slight weight adjustments, but what we really like is the shape. It too has hybrid looks, but with one crack, it proves itself as a distance leader in fairway woods. Who It’s For: Players who want to launch it a mile off the turf (distance freaks). Specs: Comes in three lofts (13_¡, 14.5_¡, 18_¡) and uses Aldila VooDoo NV graphite shafts. adamsgolf.com | $329

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bobby jones Player Series Key Feature: The unique shape uses a forged, maraging-steel face insert for a lower CG and a higher trajectory. What We Like: The old-meets-new geometry. Classic lines mask a newer, triangular shape. All players can’t help but notice how sharp they look. The high-launch characteristics are ideal for players who want more carry and distance from their woods. Who It’s For: Slow to moderate swingers who could use some extra lift. Specs: Comes in four lofts (13_¡, 15_¡, 17_¡, 19_¡) with Graphite Design JS shafts. bobbyjonesgolf.net | $200	bridgestone J38 Fairway Key Feature: A low-profile head and a CG optimized for higher- and longer-flying golf shots. What We Like: The Fuji Motore shaft is a great choice, and the shallow profile makes the face longer for added forgiveness on off-center strikes. Who It’s For: Good to better players who want forgiveness from a fairway wood with a perfectly square (no draw bias) clubface angle and weighting setup. Specs: Comes in three different lofts (15_¡, 18_¡, 21_¡) with Fujikura Motore graphite shafts. bridgestonegolf.com | $199	callaway Diablo Edge Key Feature: The Diablo Edge features extreme perimeter weighting and the highest MOI of any Callaway wood. What We Like: The VFT (Variable Face Technology) helps make these woods extremely forgiving, not to mention exceptionally long off the tee. Who It’s For: Golfers who want big distance and forgiveness. Better players will appreciate the Tour version that produces a more penetrating trajectory with a neutral weight bias. Specs: Five lofts (15_¡, 17_¡, 19_¡, 21_¡, 24_¡) with a Diablo Edge graphite shaft. callawaygolf.com | $199

Callaway FT-iZ Key Feature: A carbon- composite crown is combined with a stainless-steel body and clubface with aggressive weighting placed at the heel, toe and rear of the triangular clubhead for a sky-high MOI. What We Like: Square was so 2009. The new triangular shape makes more sense and is easier on the eyes. It’s crazy long from the fairway. Who It’s For: Those who want a fairway wood that delivers seriously straight shots from the tee or fairway. Specs: Five lofts (13_¡, 15_¡, 18_¡, 21_¡, 24_¡) with a Callaway FT-iZ graphite shaft. callawaygolf.com | $299	Cleveland HiBORE XLS Key Feature: Bigger than previous versions, the crown section has”stability foils” for enhanced alignment. In addition, the MOI is high, making these woods very stable at impact. What We Like: The looks take no getting used to. Hitting par-5s in two though–that’s another story. Who It’s For: Golfers looking for the ideal blend of distance, trajectory (high) and spin (moderately high) from a classy-looking fairway wood. Specs: Four lofts (13_¡, 15_¡, 19_¡, 22_¡) and Gold/Red Fujikura Fit-On shafts. clevelandgolf.com | $179	Cleveland Launcher DST Key Feature: The Launcher head was tweaked with a super thin crown, but it’s the new lightweight shaft (64 grams) that’s really turning heads. What We Lsike: It’s really fast. The light shaft helps beef up clubhead speed, and it does so without making the club feel off balance or too light in our hands. Who It’s For: Golfers who want a faster swing speed without having to do anything but switch clubs. Specs: Comes in five lofts (13_¡, 15_¡, 17_¡, 19_¡, 22_¡) with Mitsubishi Diamana Red graphite shafts. clevelandgolf.com | $179

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Cobra S2 Key Feature: A rounded sole design helps add some versatility, and the heel weighting helps make it easier to square the clubface at impact. What We Like: The S2 doesn’t have a lot of frills; rather it seems they were designed to make matters less complicated. The ball flies long and straight. What else do you want? The offset version is great for slicers, as well. Who It’s For: All types of golfers. Specs: Comes in three lofts (17_¡, 19.5_¡, 22.5_¡) with Cobra Fit-On Max graphite shafts. S2 Offset also available. cobragolf.com | $169	Hippo XXL Key Feature: An easy-to-hit design that’s a big confidence-booster behind the golf ball. The weighted screws in the head can be adjusted, resulting in added customization. What We Like: The adjustability is useful, but it’s the playability we really like. They’re just so easy to hit. We like it set for a fade-bias, actually. Folks in the U.K. love them! Who It’s For: High- to mid-handicappers looking for a great value. Specs: Comes in three lofts (15_¡, 19_¡, 23_¡) with a Hippo graphite shaft. hippo-golf.com | $99	Mizuno MP Titanium Key Feature: A better player’s titanium fairway wood, the CG is low on the face but not way back. This means a more piercing ballflight and greater shotmaking ability, both with a healthy dose of forgiveness. What We Like: All the above. It’s long and the ballflight doesn’t balloon up. It’s among the best driver alternatives we’ve seen this year. Who It’s For: Players who want distance and shotshaping ability in their woods. Specs: Comes in three lofts (13.5_¡, 15_¡, 18_¡) with a variety of shaft options. mizunousa.com | $249

Nike SQ MACHSPEED Key Feature: Its streamlined square shape adds more aerodynamics and pushes weight toward the corners for ample forgiveness and a high MOI. What We Like: Like the driver, it’s square but not that square. It’s super easy to set up with and looks great behind the golf ball. Oh, and it’s long and quite accurate, as well. Who It’s For: Mid- to high-handicappers who want a high-MOI fairway wood. Specs: Comes in four lofts (15_¡, 17_¡, 19_¡, 21_¡) with an SQ MACHSPEED graphite shaft. nikegolf.com | $199	Nike Victory Red Key Feature: The 455 steel face and the Split Compression Chamber work in unison to produce faster ball speeds and longer shots. What We Like: Looks that come straight from the Tour. A classic pear shape and a ballflight that’s a cinch to manipulate. The STR8-FIT tech is a nice touch, too. Who It’s For: Better players who want distance control, maneuverability and forgiveness on off-center hits. Specs: Comes in four lofts (13_¡, 15_¡, 17_¡, 19_¡) with a STR8-FIT Aldila VooDoo graphite shaft. nikegolf.com | $249	Ping G15 Key Feature: An external weight is low and deep in the sole, resulting in CG that’s also low and deep. The low profile enables a longer length from heel to toe for more forgiveness. What We Like: Stainless steel has a great feel, and the ball launches high and far. The draw version is a slicer’s dream. Who It’s For: Anyone who wants higher and longer shots that fly straight. Specs: Comes in four different lofts (15.5_¡, 17_¡, 18.5_¡, 21.5_¡) and two shaft options, including five versions of PING’s stock TFC 149F. pinggolf.com | $199

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Ping i15 Key Feature: A weighting scheme that actually has a fade bias. This is so better players can more easily manipulate the trajectory and hit a variety of shots. What We Like: It’s forgiving, but also really responsive. We aren’t pros, but hitting high, low, fade or draw shots was easy to do with this shotmaker. Who It’s For: Better players who like to shape shots, but also want forgiveness from an all-stainless-steel design. Specs: Comes in three lofts (14_¡, 15.5_¡, 18.5_¡) with PING TFC 700 or UST Mamiya AXIVCore graphite shafts. pinggolf.com | $229	Powerbilt Air Force One Key Feature: Like the driver, these woods have pressurized nitrogen (up to 150 psi) for added strength without any extra weight behind the face. What We Like: Besides the nitrogen, these are actually remarkably easy to hit and launch the ball high in a hurry. Could Powerbilt be making a comeback? We sure think so. Who It’s For: Anyone who wants some woods that are easy to hit and sneaky long from the fairway or tee. Specs: Comes in three lofts (15_¡, 19_¡, 21_¡) with Powerized graphite shafts. powerbilt.com | $199	Srixon Z-TX Key Feature: Weight is placed in the perimeter of the clubhead for major forgiveness and a high MOI. The maraging-steel face has variable face-thickness tech that’s hot practically everywhere you can hit it. What We Like: We weren’t expecting it to be so incredibly long and easy to it. Who It’s For: They may have been designed for better players, but just about everyone will fall in love with these woods. Specs: Comes in two lofts (15_¡, 17_¡) with an MR Diamana graphite shaft. srixon.com | $249

Taylormade Burner HL Key Feature: Its dual crown helps save weight in the clubhead and lower the CG 35 percent more than the previous Burner fairway model. What We Like: Its very deep CG means it’s forgiving and easy to launch. Its SuperFast technology promotes a faster swing speed. Who It’s For: Average Joes who need to get the ball airborne. A Tour model gives “sticks” a lower launch option. Specs: Comes in three lofts (15_¡, 18_¡, 21_¡). Shaft options include the RE*AX 70 FW and RE*AX SF 49 FW. taylormadegolf.com | $199	Taylormade R9 Key Feature: Adjust the hosel to adjust your shot shape with Flight Control Technology that results in up to 36 yards of differing trajectories. What We Like: We like the FCT, but how __ðbout that head shape? It looks great and feels sweet behind the ball. Who It’s For: People who want adjustability from a fairway wood. Also, those who like the benefits of pull-face construction for a hotter clubface. Better players will dig the R9 TP version. Specs: Comes in four lofts (13, 15_¡, 19_¡, 21_¡) with Fujikura Motore shafts. taylormadegolf.com | $229	Titleist 909F2 Key Feature: A round profile and large face yield high-launch/mid-spin shots. What We Like: Its modern shape creates a deep CG. Its larger, longer face gives a confidence boost. The Carpenter steel insert increases ball speed. Who It’s For: Golfers who need help getting the ball airborne. Specs: Comes in three different lofts (13.5_¡, 15.5_¡, 18.5_¡) and two stock shafts (Diamana Blue 75 and Aldila VooDoo). Body constructed from 17-4 stainless steel; features a 275 Carpenter steel face insert. titleist.com | $199

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2009 Woods Buyer’s Guide

They might not be as exciting to hit as drivers, or as fun to collect as putters, but if you master your woods and hybrids, you can keep the golf ball in the fairway and knock it closer to the pin than ever before. Trust us.

If you’ve ever teed off with a 3-wood, you’ve probably gotten some serious ribbing from your buddies. “What? Can’t hit your driver?” they might say. We understand. It’s happened to us too. But we don’t mind, because after we blister our 3-woods down the center of the fairway, we like to turn to the rest of our foursome (who are combing the rough for their drives) and say, “Who’s laughing now?”

Okay, so we admit that fairway woods aren’t the “sexiest” clubs on the market. Heck, it’s possible to go an entire round and not hit one, but with the new materials and weighting technologies in them, they now go farther and straighter than ever. And unless you play the tips at a “Tiger-proof” course, you should tee off with one on any number of shortish par-4s. (We bet you can hit some fairway woods as far as your old driver, but unlike your old driver, you’ll probably hit the fairway too!)

Comb through the following pages and pick a fairway wood and hybrid that match your needs. Keep in mind the “distance gap” between your clubs and how the right club can help fill those yardages.

Adams Insight Tech a4 Key Feature:Resembling the shape of the classic Tight Lies club with a large sole and small crown, this fairway hybrid has Adams’ Boxer Technology, a hot face and a cambered sole. What We Like: The line between fairway wood and hybrid is blurred even more, making it an easy transition from one to another. Great aesthetics all around. Who It’s For: Moderate swingers who want a mid to high launch off the tee and from the fairway. Specs: Comes in three lofts (13_¡, 15_¡, 18_¡) with Matrix Ozik shafts. adamsgolf.com | $269	Adams Speedline Key Feature: The Speedline combines the playability of a hybrid and the distance of a fairway wood in one. Boxer Technology makes the MOI 12 percent greater than standard fairway woods for extreme stability. What We Like: Once again, the looks are razor sharp and so is the paint job. Who It’s For: Golfers who no longer want to choose whether to play either a hybrid or fairway wood. Specs: Comes in three lofts (13_¡, 15_¡, 18_¡) with Grafalloy ProLaunch Blue Axis graphite shafts. adamsgolf.com | $179	Bobby Jones Player Series Key Feature: The unique shape uses a forged maraging steel face insert for a lower CG and a higher trajectory. What We Like: The old-meets-new geometry. Classic lines mask a newer, triangular shape. All players can’t help but notice how sharp they look. The high-launch characteristics are ideal for players who want more carry and distance from their woods. Who It’s For: Slow to moderate swingers who could use some extra lift. Specs: Comes in four lofts (13_¡, 15_¡, 17_¡, 19_¡) with Graphite Design JS shafts. bobbyjonesgolf.net | $200

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Callaway Ft-i Squareway Key Feature: With a square-ish shape borrowed from the Ft-iQ Driver, these FWs are remarkably forgiving. The carbon crown and stainless-steel construction help make these woods equally playable from the tee or fairway. What We Like: The square shape makes addressing the ball with a square clubface a lot easier. Who It’s For: Golfers who want a very forgiving (not to mention very long) fairway wood that has a square shape. Specs: Three lofts (15_¡, 18_¡, 21_¡) with a Fujikura Fit-On M graphite shaft. callawaygolf.com | $299	Callaway Big Bertha Diablo Key Feature: The BB Diablo has a unique shape that allows the bulk of the club weight to be positioned around the edge of the club for a very high MOI. It also aids in closing the clubface, resulting in longer, straighter shots. What We Like: The VFT (Variable Face Technology) helps make these woods extremely forgiving. Who It’s For: Golfers who want a powerful fairway wood. (Draw model also available in .5_¡ loft increments.) Specs: Three lofts (15_¡, 18_¡, 21_¡) with a Callaway graphite shaft. callawaygolf.com | $179-$199	Cleveland Launcher Key Feature: It’s the Mini-Me version of the Launcher Driver! Sporting a razor-thin crown, a huge clubface and a horseshoe weight pad in the rear, this FW is built for power from any lie. What We Like: It’s easy to transition from driver to fairway wood. The trajectory also is high with spin, making these a top choice for players wanting more lift. Who It’s For: Golfers looking for a long alternative to their driver, as well as golfers who go long from the turf. Specs:Comes in five lofts (13_¡, 15_¡, 17_¡, 19_¡, 22_¡) with Fujikura Fit-On shafts. clevelandgolf.com | $179

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Cleveland HiBORE XLS Key Feature: Bigger than previous versions, the crown section has new “stability foils” for enhanced alignment. In addition, the MOI is high, making these woods very stable at impact. What We Like: The looks take no getting used to. Hitting par-5s in two though–that’s another story. Who It’s For: Golfers looking for the ideal blend of distance, trajectory (high) and spin (moderately high) from a classy-looking fairway wood. Specs: Four lofts (13_¡, 15_¡, 19_¡, 22_¡) and Gold/Red Fujikura Fit-On shafts. clevelandgolf.com | $179	Cobra S9-1 Key Feature: A nine-point face that lends a huge sweet spot for maximum distance and accuracy. What We Like: The smooth looks and the lighter weight makes this club very easy to swing. It performs exceptionally well from the tee, short grass and even the rough. Who It’s For: Golfers who want a fairway wood that’s long and forgiving. Better players will like the all-black S9-1 Pro. Specs: Comes in three lofts (15.5_¡, 18_¡, 21_¡) with Aldila DVS-HL shafts. S9-1 M Offset and S9-1 Pro also available. cobragolf.com | $179	Hippo Hex2 Key Feature: The Hex2 fairway woods have a carbon crown that’s fused with a maraging steel clubface, wrapped up in a cool and unique hexagonal shape. What We Like: These fairway woods have a draw bias, helping golfers not only hit it farther, but straighter as well. The club sets up really well (considering the draw bias). Nice price, too. Who It’s For: Golfers who want to eliminate slicing as well as make good use of some innovative new technology. Specs:Comes in two lofts (17_¡, 21_¡) with a proprietary Hippo CP4 graphite shaft. hippo-golf.com | $99

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Macgregor MT Fairway Key Feature: It’s a steel clubhead, but the Cup Face design creates a huge sweet spot and added strength behind the ball at impact. What We Like: These clubs look like a Tour pro hand-carved them with clean, straight lines. Upon hitting them, it’s a different story. They were built so anyone can hit high, long shots. Who It’s For: Virtually any type of player, ranging from professionals to average golfers who want pure playability. Specs: Comes in four lofts (13_¡, 15_¡, 16.5_¡, 18_¡) with MT proprietary graphite. macgregorgolf.com | $199	Mizuno F-60 Key Feature: A sloped crown shape that moves weight away from the clubface and, in doing so, ups the club’s MOI. What We Like: The 20% larger clubface, which creates a larger sweet spot. It features four weighted cavities in the rear of the sole that provide strategic internal weighting and lower the CG. Who It’s For: Golfers who need a driver that gets the ball in the air and down the fairway, even on mis-hits. Folks who slice should pick up their draw model. Specs: Comes in four different lofts and five shaft options. Only LH is 10.5_¡. mizunousa.com | $199	Nickent 3DX RC Key Feature: Its maximum triangular geometry helps produce long shots whether you hit it flush or not. What We Like: It features the highest MOI and the largest sweet spot of any Nickent fairway wood ever made. Oh, and its deep clubface helps reduce spin, thereby creating a long and penetrating ballflight. Who It’s For: Golfers who tend to miss the sweet spot; folks who don’t mind the triangular address profile. Specs: Comes in three different lofts (16_¡, 19_¡, 22_¡) and five shaft options. nickentgolf.com | $150

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Nike Dymo2 Key Feature: Its square shape positions weight to the corners and moves the club’s CG back. The result? A high MOI for some exceptional stability and control. Oh yeah, the ball goes far, too. What We Like: Like its Dymo counterpart, the Dymo2 helps golfers escape just about any lie. Also, the square look makes aligning shots a lot easier. Who It’s For: Golfers who have trouble hitting the ball far and in a straight line. Specs:Comes in four different models (3, 4, 5, 7) and a UST wide-body shaft design with Axiv core. nikegolf.com | $229	Nike Dymo Key Feature: A “Quad Keel” sole features four separate quadrants to minimize interaction with the turf at impact, making it easier to get the ball airborne. What We Like: In addition to its clean looks, we dig its “dig.” This club will help you escape any lie. Who It’s For: Golfers who have trouble controlling the clubhead through impact; folks who like to hit their fairway woods long and straight. Specs: Comes in four different models (3+, 3, 4, 5 ) and a UST wide-body shaft design with Axiv core. nikegolf.com | $229	Ping Rapture V2 Key Feature: A 61-gram tungsten sole plate that puts the CG lower and farther back for high launch and low spin. What We Like: Its shallow face and wide sole ensure stability and forgiveness while producing a high trajectory. Who It’s For: PING calls it a “Super Game Improvement” club, so it’s for you if you need super improving. Specs: Stainless-steel body, plasma-welded machined steel face. Comes in four different lofts (16_¡, 17.5_¡, 19_¡, 22_¡) and two shaft options, including five versions of PING’s stock TFC 939F. pinggolf.com | $249

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Ping G10 Key Feature: The crown and sole meet in the back, which means the G10 fairway woods have a low profile and low CG for higher shots. What We Like: Its low leading edge makes it hard to miss the ball. It’s playable from just about anywhere on the course. Who It’s For: PING has a model for everyone, including one with draw bias. Specs: Comes in six loft options (14_¡-24.5_¡) and a stainless-steel clubhead and clubface. Its stock shaft is a PING TFC 129 graphite (X, S, R, A, L). pinggolf.com | $219	Srixon Z-Steel Key Feature: It has varying degrees of thickness across its face, crown and back wall for maximum energy transfer at impact. The tungsten nickel insert lowers the CG for a high launch. What We Like: This club is designed to promote a high launch with low spin–just what tour pros want. Who It’s For: Golfers who prefer to hit shots with low spin. Specs: Comes in three lofts (12.5_¡, 14.5_¡, 18.5_¡) and a stock SV-305J graphite shaft (S, SR flex). Its clubhead is maraging steel, and the clubface is steel. srixon.com | $199	Taylormade r7 CGB Max Key Feature: A triangular head shape that features three adjustable weight screws for personal perimeter weighting. What We Like: The adjustable weighting can affect a golfer’s ballflight by 22 yards. Just the thing for slicers who want to hit a draw, or vice versa. Who It’s For: People who struggle to get the ball airborne; golfers who like its triangular shape. Specs: Comes in three lofts (15_¡, 18_¡, 21_¡) and with a RE*AX SF 45 graphite shaft. Its clubhead and clubface are both titanium. taylormadegolf.com | $300

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Taylormade Burner Key Feature: Its dual crown helps save weight in the clubhead and lower the CG 35 percent more than the previous Burner fairway model. What We Like: Its very deep CG means it’s forgiving and easy to launch. Its SuperFast technology promotes a faster swing speed. Who It’s For: Average Joes who need to get the ball airborne. A Tour model gives “sticks” a lower launch option. Specs: Comes in three lofts (15_¡, 18_¡, 21_¡). Shaft options include the RE*AX 70 FW and RE*AX SF 49 FW. taylormadegolf.com | $199	Taylormade R9 Key Feature: A triangular head shape that features three adjustable weight screws for personal perimeter weighting. What We Like: The adjustable weighting can affect a golfer’s ballflight by 22 yards. Just the thing for slicers who want to hit a draw, or vice versa. Who It’s For: People who struggle to get the ball airborne; golfers who like its triangular shape. Specs: Comes in three lofts (15_¡, 18_¡, 21_¡) and with a RE*AX SF 45 graphite shaft. Its clubhead and clubface are both titanium. taylormadegolf.com | $300	Titleist 909F2 Key Feature: A round profile and large face yield high-launch/mid-spin shots. What We Like: Its modern shape creates a deep CG. Its larger, longer face gave us a confidence boost. The Carpenter steel insert increases ball speed. Who It’s For: Golfers who need help getting the ball airborne. Specs: Comes in three different lofts (13.5_¡, 15.5_¡, 18.5_¡) and two stock shafts (Diamana Blue 75 and Aldila VooDoo). Body constructed from 17-4 stainless steel; features a 275 Carpenter steel face insert. titleist.com | $200-225

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Titleist 909F3 Key Feature: Its modern shape not only deepens the club’s CG but increases its stability, as well. What We Like: The 909F3 has a smaller, deeper face–just the thing better players like to see at setup. Who It’s For: Lower handicappers who can (and like to) control their ballflight. Specs: Comes in three different lofts (13_¡, 15_¡, 18_¡) and two stock shafts (Diamana Blue 75 and Aldila VooDoo). Body constructed from 17-4 stainless steel; features a 275 Carpenter steel face insert. titleist.com | $200-225	Tour edge Exotics XCG-V Key Feature: A steel body that’s combo-brazed together with a titanium cup face and crown. What We Like In Case you missed it Holiday Gift Guide 7 Gear Upgrades to Gift This Season Ted Odorico October 17, 2026 0 Editor's Picks & Reviews Hit More Greens with Tri-Fusion Tech Ted Odorico October 17, 2026 0 Editor's Picks & Reviews Does “Forward Axis Weighting” Actually Work? Ted Odorico October 17, 2026 0 Editor's Picks & Reviews Total Course Control with the Mileseey GenePro G1 Ted Odorico October 6, 2026 0 0 0 Your Cart Your cart is emptyReturn to Shop Continue Shopping