Tursky: I tested Titleist’s new 2023 T
Knudson gets fit into Fujikura Axiom iron shafts
Breaking down the new Fujikura Axiom iron shaft with Spencer Reynolds
Clement: How to stop swaying off the ball
Clement: Snap that driver for 300-yard drives!
Published
on
By
My first interaction with Titleist’s new 2023 T-Series irons was at the 2023 Memorial Tournament, where PGA Tour players began testing out the new family of irons. The new irons included an updated T100 model, a brand new T150, a redesigned T200, and a brand new T350.
In the first week, 13 players switched into at least one of the new T-Series irons, and more names got added to that list as the weeks went on. And, as more players switched, my intrigue about the irons only grew.
Then, I wrote about the new irons, covering all of the design changes and technological improvements within the lineup.
That’s all great, but, am I ever gonna get to hit the irons for myself?!
Well, earlier this month, my number was finally called, and I traveled to Oceanside, California, to go through a full iron fitting at the Titleist Performance Institute with expert fitter Chris Baingo.
As one of the most knowledgeable club fitters in the industry, Baingo took me through each of the new T-Series iron models, making adjustments along the way. I was excited to finally hit everything, especially after the months-long hype and anticipation.
I also needed some of my questions answered…
Are the T100’s really any better? Or different? Prior T100’s have looked a little small to me, so are these any more forgiving? And, did they make any changes to the feel/sound of the T-200?
I was especially curious about the new T150 models.
How much more distance/forgiveness will the new T150’s provide, compared to the T100? Will these be my next irons?
In the video at the top of the page, as you’ll see, all of my questions were answered.
However, more than just testing the new iron designs out, I came away with an education about the importance of yardage gapping, general rules for iron fitting, and how to setup my bag with a mixed set.
I won’t spoil everything that Baingo preached in the video, but I do want to highlight one of the most impactful lessons I learned from him during the fitting: As irons progress throughout the set, there should be a 5 mph ball speed difference between irons, and peak heights should generally match through the set.
This means if your ball speed with a 7-iron is 130 mph and has a peak height of 110 feet, then your 6-iron should be 135 mph with the same peak height. If there’s a gap between irons that’s either less than or more than 5 mph with the irons, then an adjustment needs to be made.
Typically, the most noticeable and impactful gap, or “breaking point,” will be between the 5 and 6-irons, or the 4 and 5-irons. In these pockets, the ball speed difference may drop to less than 5 mph, and produce a lower ball flight. This indicates that it’s probably time to look at a 4 or 5-iron that offers more forgiving technology.
For example, in my case, I found the T150’s to have proper speed gapping through the set, until I got to the 3-iron. The ball speed difference between the T150 4-iron and T150 3-iron was dropping below the 5 mph ball speed guidance, thus indicating it was time for me to try out a T200, T350, or U505 iron option. Eventually, I landed on a T200 2-iron, equipped with a Fujikura Ventus HB Black 10 TX shaft (whereas the T150 irons 4-PW were shafted up with Project X 6.5 steel shafts).
To the point about long-iron fitting, Titleist offers long-iron fitting packages that allow consumers to do this exercise for themselves, under the supervision of a professional fitter. As I learned from Baingo, getting an iron fitting is about way more than just hitting a bunch of 7-irons against each other until you find the right one.
While you should absolutely test a bunch of 7-irons to find the right fit for your set, you should also be testing long irons in order to figure out proper gapping, and where the “breaking point” is so that you can get what you need where you need it.
A true full fitting allows the golfer to figure out the gaps in their set, especially at the top end of the bag.
OK, the fitting is lecture over. Enjoy the T-Series testing video above, and click here to see what GolfWRX forum members are saying about the full iron lineup.
Coolest thing for sale in the GolfWRX Classifieds (8/28/23): Takomo 301-CB irons
He played on the Hawaii Pacific University Men's Golf team and earned a Masters degree in Communications. He also played college golf at Rutgers University, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism.
eva
Aug 29, 2023 at 5:29 pm
I can’t believe I paid $19,000 for my first general test, according to a friend of my younger bs02 brother. Simply click the..Link to get started………………………………….https://careershome73.blogspot.com
Chuck
Aug 29, 2023 at 3:25 pm
It’s a really good video. Thank you. (Great job on editing.)
So can we see the final WITB for Tursky? Specs, shafts, sw, loft/lie adjustments, etc.?
Bills Bills Bills
Aug 29, 2023 at 7:44 pm
Yeah, Retail cost for what he had done and got, and what he paid.
Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *
Comment
Name *
Email *
Website
This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.
Adam Scott makes surprise mid-event iron switch, with FedExCup Playoff berth on the line
2 veteran blade-iron users shockingly switch to cavity-back irons at the Wyndham Championship
2023 Titleist T-Series irons (T100, T150, T200, T350 and U505): Everything you need to know
SPOTTED: Ping’s new Blueprint S irons at the 2023 Wyndham Championship
Collin Morikawa unveils new TaylorMade P790 iron at the 2023 Open Championship
A deep dive into Wyndham Clark’s unique U.S. Open-winning gear setup (more than just the putter!)
Published
on
By
Driver: Titleist TSi2 (9 degrees)Shaft: Graphite Design Tour AD IZ 5 S
3-wood: Titleist TS2 (13.5 degrees)Shaft: Fujikura Speeder 661 Evolution II S
5-wood: Titleist TS2 (16.5 degrees)Shaft: Fujikura Speeder 661 Evolution II S
Irons: Titleist U-500 (3-5), Titleist 620 CB (6-PW)Shafts: Project X HZRDUS Smoke Black 90 (3, 4), True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S300 (6-PW)
Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM9 (50-08F, 54-10S, 60-04L)Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400
Putter: TaylorMade Spider OS CB
Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet
Ball: Titleist Pro V1
Published
on
By
Driver: Callaway Paradym Triple Diamond (9 degrees @10.7)Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Blue 6 TX
3-wood: TaylorMade Stealth 2 Plus (15 degrees)Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Blue 8 TX
5-wood: TaylorMade Stealth 2 (18 degrees)Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Blue 8 TX
Irons: Callaway Apex Pro (4), Callaway Apex CB (5-9)Shafts: Project X LZ 125 6.5
Wedges: Callaway Jaws Raw (46-10S @47, 50-10S @51), Vokey Design SM9 (56-08M), WedgeWorks (60-T)Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold S200
Putter: Odyssey White Hot Versa Seven
Ball: Titleist Pro V1x
Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet
More photos of Chris Kirk’s WITB in the forums.
Published
on
By
Shaft: Driver: Ping G400 (9 degrees)Shaft: Fujikura Speeder Evolution 661 TX
Driver: Ping G400 (9 degrees)Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Black 6 X
Driver: Ping G400 (9 degrees)Shaft: Fujikura Speeder Evolution 661 TX (tipped 2 inches)
5-wood: Ping G425 Max (17.5 degrees)Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Blue 8 X
Irons: Ping i210 (3, 4), Mizuno MP-18 SC (4-PW)Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100
Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM9 (52-12F @51.5), Titleist Vokey Design SM8 (56-10S, 60-10S)Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold S400
Putter: Odyssey Versa JailbirdGrip: SuperStroke Flatso 2.0+ XL
Putter: Odyssey Tri-Hot RossieGrip: SuperStroke Flatso 1.0
Grips: Golf Pride MCC
Ball: Titleist Pro V1
More photos of Adam Schenk’s WITB in the forums.
‘Ridiculous thing to say’ – Major champ left fuming with how publication described Lucas Glover
Data Golf site claims Bryson’s round of 58 is not in the top 300(!?) rounds of all time
Korn Ferry Tour pro disqualified while warming up on the practice range
Report: Zach Johnson makes huge Justin Thomas decision as Ryder Cup wildcard picks revealed
‘I’ll tell you what’s a joke…’ – Lee Westwood ripped by fellow pro after latest LIV performance
Brandel Chamblee launches blistering attack on Phil Mickelson and Patrick Cantlay
Adam Schenk WITB 2023 (August)
Rory McIlroy delivers absolute dagger following Phil Mickelson Ryder Cup gambling revelation
As irons progress throughout the set, there should be a 5 mph ball speed difference between irons,click hereMore Tour Championship WITBs here.Driver:3-wood:5-wood:Irons:Wedges:Putter: Grips:Ball:More photos from the event here.Driver:3-wood:5-wood:Irons:Wedges:Putter:Ball:Grips:More photos of Chris Kirk’s WITB in the forums.Chris Kirk WITB 2023 (April)Chris Kirk WITB 2022 (October)Chris Kirk WITB 2021 (February)Chris Kirk WITB 2017Chris Kirk WITB 2016Shaft:Driver:Driver: 5-wood:Irons:Wedges:Putter:Putter:Grips:Ball:More photos of Adam Schenk’s WITB in the forums.