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GOLF Magazine Clubtest 2008

Rated and Reviewed

To create the ultimate equipment-buyer's guide, GOLF Magazine studied and scrutinized over 86,000 shots hit by players just like you. We tested 24 drivers, 26 sets of irons, nine hybrids, eight fairway woods, wedges and putters. The result is the most detailed ClubTest ever! Learn how GOLF Magazine and our partner, Hot Stix, tested all the clubs and how our rating system works.

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Irons

Adams, Callaway, Cobra ...

These irons — designed for higher-handicap players — make it easier to hit shots higher, farther and straighter.

Irons

Cleveland, Ping, Wilson ...

Game-improvement irons are engineered for golfers with a handicap between 10 and 20 who typically need a blend of shot-shaping control, forgiveness and power. These should fit the bill.

Irons

Cobra, Mizuno, Titleist ...

Low-handicap golfers demand the ultimate in control, feel and maneuverability. These better-player irons are designed to deliver just that.

Putters

Odyssey, Rife, Titleist ...

A good putter not only enhances your sense of feel, it instills confidence. Combining effective alignment aids and creative engineering, these midsize mallet putters are worth a try.

Drivers

Cobra, Nike ...

Max game-improvement drivers designed to help higher-handicap golfers hit it straighter and farther.

 

Drivers

Callaway, Ping ...

Game-improvement drivers to help mid-handicap players add yards and find more fairways.

 

Drivers

TaylorMade, Titleist ...

Tour-style drivers to help low-handicap players get maximum control and accuracy.

 

Fairway Woods

TaylorMade, Tour Edge ...

Power, control and confidence both from the fairway and and off the tee.

 

Hybrids

Callaway, Nickent ...

Versatile tools that can handle the rough as easily as the fairway.

 

Wedges

Cleveland, Nike ...

Precision tools for pitching, chipping and getting the ball close to the hole.