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Fred Vuich

  • ClubTest 2006: Better Player Irons
  • ClubTest 2006: Game-Improvement Irons
  • ClubTest 2006: Drivers
  • ClubTest 2006: Fairway Woods

    • ClubTest 2006: Hybrids

    Our 40 ClubTesters put the latest hybrids through their paces. See which of these seven new models they liked most.

    By ROB SAUERHAFT
    Managing Editor (Equipment), GOLF MAGAZINE
    Published: May 01, 2006

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    Adams Idea a2
    $169, steel; $199 graphite; adamsgolf.com

    Greg Lord
    WE TESTED: 2(18)°, 3 (20°), 4 (23°) with Aldila NV graphite shaft

    THE COMPANY LINE "A low center of gravity, higher moment of inertia and less spin than conventional hybrids deliver ideal launch conditions and playability for mid to high swing speeds."

    OUR TESTERS SAID
    Pros
  • "They aimed like irons but advanced it much farther."—Victor DeMarco (handicap 12)
  • "Nimble in all situations—these plow through the heavy stuff and send the ball at the target as if it were on the fairway."—Barry Fasenmyer (6)
  • "You can shape shots."—Doug Lair (10)
  • "Its balance allowed me to hit high or low, draws or fades."—Charles Neivert (2)
  • "The a2 is a golden replacement for my 4-iron."—C.J. Bush (19)

    • Cons
  • "A true players' hybrid. I need more forgiveness—it hides a little bit but don't come here looking for absolution."—Robert Record (16)
  • "Looks like a UFO, but sounds like a Louisville Slugger."—Chad Johnson (8)