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Mizuno Irons – How do I choose?

Low-Handicapper- (5)
Mid-Handicapper- (5)
High-Handicapper- (3)

Over the past five years the Mizuno MP series of irons have gained a great deal of popularity among low-handicappers. The MP-67 irons provide solid players with pinpoint control and trajectory allowing them to score more effectively, but as the popularity continues to grow mid and high-handicappers are buying these blade like irons and that is a mistake. Mid-handicappers should look at the MX-25 irons, which still provide excellent control with much more forgiveness than the MP -67 series. High-handicappers should look at the MX-19, which feature an oversized hitting area to provide ultimate forgiveness.

Nike Sasquatch Sumo Irons

Low-Handicapper- (2)
Mid-Handicapper- (3.5)
High-Handicapper- (5)

Nike has carried the Sumo brand name over to its irons and the results look positive for the high handicapper. Nike boasts that these irons are the most forgiving clubs that they have produced. The SQ Sumo irons have a wider sole and a long heel-to-toe length, which gives golfers a huge sweet spot. Nike continues to use its “power bow” weighting to achieve the “Super Moment of Inertia” (SUMO). We recommend these irons for mid-to-high handicappers.

King Cobra L4V Driver

Low-Handicapper- (4)
Mid-Handicapper- (4)
High-Handicapper- (3.5)

Cobra is releasing its new L4V driver this November and they have not disappointed. This mammoth driver hits the limits on almost every USGA guideline including dimensions, volume, and MOI (moment of inertia). The L4V is sure to add distance to your drives, which is great as long as it stays straight. Cobra has created three versions of the L4V for golfers of all levels. The X, F, and M-Speed variations are designed to fit different swing speeds, which should optimize the effectiveness of the driver. Cobra usually puts out solid drivers and the L4V is no exception.

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