Wow, so golf clubs, right? You’d think they’d be just metal and rubber things you swing at balls, but oh man, they’ve got stories to tell. Some clubs, they’re like ghosts from the past, haunting my already-crowded mind. I asked around the MyGolfSpy crew, just for kicks, you know? Let’s dive into the clubs that, like, left us awestruck or maybe just a tad confused over the past decade.
So, PING G400 LST. Ever heard of it? Back in 2018, it was THE driver. Spin lovers and forgiveness seekers, rejoice! This thing was supposedly a “fairway finder.” I mean, sure, if you’re good at golf maybe. The design, vibe, whatever you call it, stood out. Even got third place for distance, if that’s your thing.
Now, who remembers TaylorMade’s RBZ fairway woods? Oh, the nostalgia. They promised “up to 17 yards” more distance. Like, wow, but seriously? Turns out, there was some truth. The tech in that sole? Mind-boggling. The kind that makes you say, “Whoa, didn’t see that coming.”
Hang on, what’s up with the TaylorMade M1 driver from 2016? It was a beast back in the day, rocking the multi-material look with that fancy carbon-fiber crown. Performance-wise, testers were digging it, except maybe for that bold design on the crown that had some folks raising eyebrows.
Srixon ZX5, anyone? Especially the snazzy MK II. This iron has been subtly killing it for years. In 2024, it was like the emperor of Player’s Distance Irons. People loved it—seriously, those testers were practically swooning.
Gotta talk about the TaylorMade Stealth 2 HD Driver. This one, let’s say, is kind of like a cheerleader for high-launch draws. Maybe it’ll turn your fade into a draw—sounds like magic, right?
Alright, can we just pause for a second? Remember when PING iCrossOver snagged the Best Driving Iron of 2023? Accuracy, feel, looks, this thing had it all—like the prom king of driving irons.
And who could overlook the Mizuno MP 18 SC irons? I mean, these aren’t just irons; they’re like a love letter to golf, promising both feel and forgiveness. 2018 saw them nailing that sweet spot for player’s irons enthusiasts.
Oh, I almost forgot about the TaylorMade MG3 Wedge. Those Micro-Ribs are as tiny as their name, sprucing up spin around the green. Surprising everyone, it topped 2022’s wedge charts. Props to it.
PING Ketsch, you rascal. This mallet putter became the hero of the putting green back in 2014. It had this unerring ease, seemed almost unfair. Golfers loved its easy aim—it was untouchable back then.
You’ve gotta check out Tommy Armour Impact Number 3 Mallet. Man, $99 and shook the putter world? It wasn’t just David versus Goliath; it was, like, some rogue underdog ninja with 10/10 stability and consistency.
Spider X from TaylorMade, a reinvention from 2019. Everyone loved its alignment stuff, and it was like a fortress of stability. A top pick for mallet putters, no doubt about it.
There’s this strange charm to the Evnroll ER2, around since forever (or just seems like it). That sweet face groove magic turned off-center strikes into decent rolls. It snagged 2024’s Best Blade Putter title. Go figure.
JetSpeed drivers—ah, they kinda got buried under the flurry of TaylorMade’s releases back in 2013/2014. Still, this one charmed the socks off average golfers with its forgiveness. Slept on, I tell you.
Wilson FG Tour Irons made me realize Wilson was serious about competing at the top. In 2017, their V6 version scored big with players who appreciated it lending a hand without taking the reins.
And PXG Hybrids (GEN2)—they sprang into life as an evolved, sleek powerhouse. With techy upgrades, it was like watching a hybrid go through an existential transformation. Impressive stuff!
So, that’s my trip down memory lane. Which clubs have you swung, or maybe haven’t but now kinda wish you had? Anyway, 2025 clubs, do your best; you’re up next in this relentless game of legacy.
