Club Junkie

The new Srixon ZXi irons are here, and there’s a lot to unpack. On this episode of Club Junkie, I’m testing the new Srixon ZXi7, ZXi5 and ZXi5+ irons to see how the three models compare and who each one might be built for.
We also have a really cool conversation with Rob and Grady from the USGA about what actually goes into testing golf equipment. We talk about how the USGA tests clubs to make sure they conform to the Rules of Golf and some of the things that happen behind the scenes before equipment makes it into players’ bags.
And, of course, we found some interesting equipment at the Bank of Utah Championship. There’s a prototype PXG driver that caught our attention, plus a seriously cool custom Scotty Cameron “Circle L” putter made for Zac Blair.
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Two VERY different shafts are on the Club Junkie hot seat this week.
I’m putting the new Graphite Design Tour AD EK driver shaft through its paces, then jumping into the ultra lightweight Aretera AO2 Blue 35 gram shaft. One is all about performance and feel, while the other has me asking just how light you can go without giving up distance, control and consistency.
We’ll talk launch, spin, feel, stability and what each shaft is actually doing during the swing. And yes, I’m going to find out if a 35 gram driver shaft can actually surprise me.

Some seriously good golf equipment on this episode of Club Junkie.
I’m putting a surprisingly good value wedge from Tour Edge through its paces to see how it stacks up, checking out some of the coolest and most interesting golf clubs spotted at the 2026 Biltmore Championship, and heading into the workshop to reshaft a set of irons with some new KBS shafts.
If you’re into golf clubs, club building, equipment testing and finding gear that actually deserves a spot in the bag, there’s plenty to dig into.
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The new Mizuno Pro S-4 irons are here, and I finally got a chance to put them to the test! I break down how they look, feel, and perform, plus whether they might be one of Mizuno's best new iron releases.
Also on this episode, we check out some seriously interesting prototype putters spotted at the 2026 Simmons Bank Open and talk about two full sets of irons getting reshafted later this week in the Club Junkie workshop.
New irons, Tour prototypes, and some serious club building coming up. What more do you need?
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New golf equipment is flying in, and this week on the Club Junkie Podcast we’re digging into some seriously interesting gear.
First up, Brian puts the new McLaren Series 3 irons under the microscope. We’re talking looks, feel, performance, forgiveness, and whether these irons deserve a spot on your radar.
Then we get into Aretera shafts, including a new hybrid shaft and an ultra lightweight wood shaft that could be a game changer for golfers looking to add speed without giving up performance.

This episode of Club Junkie is all about rolling around the course and checking out some fresh putter gear from the Tour Championship.
First, I review the Navee Birdie 3X electric golf cart and see what it’s like to hand the walking duties over to a battery powered caddie. From setup and features to how it performs out on the course, I break down whether the Birdie 3X can make walking 18 a little easier and a lot more fun.
Then we head to the Tour Championship for a look at some new putters from Toulon and Bettinardi. There are new designs, fresh shapes and plenty of details for the putter junkies out there, including some gear that could be making its way into the bags of the best players in the world.
If you’re into electric golf carts, custom putters and keeping up with the latest equipment on the PGA TOUR, this episode has plenty to talk about.

The Titleist GTS300 Mini Driver is here, and Club Junkie is putting it to the test! We break down how this new mini driver performs, where it fits in the bag, and whether it can actually compete with a traditional driver or 3 wood.
Then we head inside the equipment world at the 2026 BMW Championship, where some seriously interesting prototype putters were spotted on Tour. I break down what the pros were testing and some of the details that caught my eye.
Plus, plenty of golf equipment talk and the latest from the world of golf gear.

It’s golf trip recap time! I’m breaking down my annual guys golf trip, how I played, the good shots, the disasters, and most importantly… did we actually win?
I also get into two new pieces of equipment I’ve been testing: the TaylorMade Hi-Toe 5 wedges and the Sanfirth Batch #1 putter. I’ll talk about how both performed, what I like, what I’m not sold on, and whether either one has a chance of making the bag.
Plus, plenty of golf trip stories, equipment talk, and the usual Club Junkie rambling.
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This week on the Club Junkie Podcast, we're diving into Cleveland Golf's new RTZ2 wedges to see if they deliver the feel, spin, and versatility golfers are looking for around the greens. I break down the performance, turf interaction, and who these wedges are best suited for after spending time testing them.
Then I'm joined by Callaway Golf's Jacob Davidson to talk all about the new Quantum Mini Spinner fairway woods. We get into the technology behind the design, why the Mini Spinner fills a unique role in the lineup, the player it's built for, and what golfers should expect on the course.
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The new Bettinardi Matt Fitzpatrick signature putters are finally here, and I spent some time taking a close look to see if they're more than just a limited edition collector's piece. We get into the design, feel, performance, and who these putters actually make sense for.
I also talk about my annual guys golf trip that's right around the corner, what's making the bag, the last minute equipment decisions, and why golf weekends always seem to turn into equipment testing sessions.
If you're into golf gear, putters, and the never ending search for better equipment, this one's for you.
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