Off Course is back this week with a fantastic show and this is episode 171. Hosted by Dan Edwards, each Friday he gives you a deep look into the world of golf and equipment in a way unlike any other podcast has done before. Today, Zack Oakley from Callaway Golf joins the show and the discussion centers around their latest releases including the 2023 Callaway Apex Pro irons.
It wouldn’t be Off Course without some tangents, but Dan and Zack talk about the Callaway Apex Pro irons and comparing the lineup. This show has a lot going on and is one you will not want to miss as new Callaway irons go Off Course.

Episode 171 is here and Dan and Zack discuss the following topics.
Comparing the Callaway Apex Pro Series
Tour Feedback and Adoption
Apex Pro Sole Re-Imagined
Combo Set Potential
The Callaway Apex UT and UW
And so much more
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I think I’d be a #SuperHybrid Team just for the forgiveness. I’m not getting any older ?
[USER=2320]@Canadan[/USER] with the Finley talking comment! :ROFLMAO::ROFLMAO::ROFLMAO:
[QUOTE=”Mmaynard11, post: 11712696, member: 19877″]
Small flex of the Grandaddy mentioned at the end for those who skim through.
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Can’t wait to get there. I’m only 15 minutes in and GD was already mentioned once. But there’s been a lot of awesome iron talk so far!
That’s awesome Zack got to meet Justin Herbert!
[QUOTE=”Canadan, post: 11712807, member: 2320″]
From the hybrid side, I think so – Paradym stands alone. It’s U-dub or Super Hybrid.
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The we continue to be
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I’m gonna have to try and listen to this a little bit at lunch, freaking work keeps interrupting me and I have to pause it every few minutes.
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I’m gonna have to try and listen to this a little bit at lunch, freaking work keeps interrupting me and I have to pause it every few minutes.
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Time for a bathroom break haha
[QUOTE=”Briton G, post: 11712875, member: 63796″]
Time for a bathroom break haha
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For an hour? Lol
10 and 11 irons :ROFLMAO: [USER=3]@JB[/USER] finally gets his wish
Great show. Just finished listening.
I really liked hearing about the manufacturing most of all. Was really curious about “the badge”.and why this particular material couldn’t be put behind that face etc. Really Really broke it down nicely.
Still on the fence about my feelings on 10,11 iron numbering…
[QUOTE=”Kmench, post: 11712888, member: 56250″]
For an hour? Lol
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With the Off Course Podcast, you can take [USER=2320]@Canadan[/USER] with you anywhere you go now (pun intended).
[QUOTE=”Kmench, post: 11712888, member: 56250″]
For an hour? Lol
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May be a bit aggressive…
[QUOTE=”jdtox, post: 11712891, member: 5944″]
10 and 11 irons :ROFLMAO: [USER=3]@JB[/USER] finally gets his wish
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I mean I have been asking for a decade
[QUOTE=”Kmench, post: 11712888, member: 56250″]
For an hour? Lol
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You’ve never just gotten caught up with something on your phone and lost track of time in there…me either 😳
[QUOTE=”Canadan, post: 11712475, member: 2320″]
A little end of show action…
Are you team #SuperHybrid or #TeamUW
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#TeamUW
It is definitely a relevant option.
[QUOTE=”Muchmore18, post: 11712909, member: 56094″]
You’ve never just gotten caught up with something on your phone and lost track of time in there…me either 😳
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Legs are numb…feels like I have to learn how to walk again.
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Legs are numb…feels like I have to learn how to walk again.
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This guy gets it
[QUOTE=”Jeff Spicoli, post: 11712915, member: 10545″]
Legs are numb…feels like I have to learn how to walk again.
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Glad we all been there
#Superhybrid
is definitely getting a deeper look
#TeamUW
I wasn’t expecting the podcast this morning and was out in the yard. Doing some work on my shed. When update popped on my rotation. Excellent podcast. I really did need to listen to it at this time though because new irons are not in my cards but they sound so awesome. The podcast for soft filled with great information. I’m gonna listen to it again.
I have heard a lot of guys working in the golf industry just thrown in a short and simple statement towards the end of interviews…. ” go get fit”…Im thinking this is an important step I have missed my last few golf club purchases and why I am so excited to be fit in December
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It’s things like the discussion about the urethane microspheres and how they differentiate Callaway from other foams with regard to similar feel but better ball speeds – this is the stuff I love and makes so much sense… I can’t wait to dig into all this tech
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That was interesting as well. I wish I had a notepad to take notes. This means I can listen to this again!!!
[QUOTE=”Muchmore18, post: 11712775, member: 56094″]
Must not want to hit then again
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[QUOTE=”JB, post: 11712904, member: 3″]
I mean I have been asking for a decade
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The golf industry.. :ROFLMAO::ROFLMAO:
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[QUOTE=”jdtox, post: 11712891, member: 5944″]
10 and 11 irons :ROFLMAO: [USER=3]@JB[/USER] finally gets his wish
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I have had strong ponders to put CB 10 and 11 in the bag.
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I have had strong ponders to put CB 10 and 11 in the bag.
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Those will be good. I like a more compact look in that slot, so early I’m leaning towards MB.
[QUOTE=”Jeff Spicoli, post: 11713026, member: 10545″]
Those will be good. I like a more compact look in that slot, so early I’m leaning towards MB.
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I just want 10 and 11. ?
Well. This is costing me money.
[QUOTE=”Jman, post: 11713036, member: 1579″]
Well. This is costing me money.
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join me.. :ROFLMAO::ROFLMAO:
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[QUOTE=”Jman, post: 11713036, member: 1579″]
Well. This is costing me money.
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Im envisioning a Club Champion style wall system for new garage sim. will the rotating selection of clubs at your disposal.
[QUOTE=”templeton80, post: 11713057, member: 53139″]
join me.. :ROFLMAO::ROFLMAO:
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Woah where is this going…
[QUOTE=”Mmaynard11, post: 11713059, member: 19877″]
Woah where is this going…
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Woah where is this going…
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oh you know.. lol… :ROFLMAO::ROFLMAO:
was hoping Zack would offer why the PW and GW in the Pro didn’t get the 10 and 11 designation
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was hoping Zack would offer why the PW and GW in the Pro didn’t get the 10 and 11 designation
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Does he not (I can’t listen to the rest until tonight)?? Eff! I’ll make sure to ask in December if we don’t hear why by then lol
[QUOTE=”Scooby45, post: 11713167, member: 62865″]
was hoping Zack would offer why the PW and GW in the Pro didn’t get the 10 and 11 designation
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I’ve been wondering that myself. Maybe it’s too much change for the masses.
[QUOTE=”Jeff Spicoli, post: 11713170, member: 10545″]
I’ve been wondering that myself. Maybe it’s too much change for the masses.
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I’m hoping for a 10 and 11 option in the standard (if they come out!)
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I’m hoping for a 10 and 11 option in the standard (if they come out!)
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I’ll bring a magic marker to CA just in case.
[QUOTE=”mtbloco, post: 11713058, member: 53632″]
Im envisioning a Club Champion style wall system for new garage sim. will the rotating selection of clubs at your disposal.
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More like staff bags full of shit. ?
[QUOTE=”Jman, post: 11713229, member: 1579″]
More like staff bags full of ****. ?
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you’re using your staff bags!
*gasp*
[QUOTE=”Jeff Spicoli, post: 11713211, member: 10545″]
I’ll bring a magic marker to CA just in case.
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A Sharpie can work just fine!
[QUOTE=”mtbloco, post: 11713231, member: 53632″]
you’re using your staff bags!
*gasp*
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I have garage ones, and indoor display ones. ?
[QUOTE=”Scooby45, post: 11713167, member: 62865″]
was hoping Zack would offer why the PW and GW in the Pro didn’t get the 10 and 11 designation
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It’s a nod to their Tour staff who refer to PW/AW as 10/11, since the CB/MB are the main Tour irons, they got the name nod.
Great listen this week, that was a ton of info in that one. Gotta ride with #teamUW.
Fascinating stuff about using AI to eliminate hot spots/flyers. I’m sure a lot of us can relate to what Zack is talking about, where you have a perfect 150 shot and smoke it 170 yards over the back of the green. Really enjoying the discussion about how the Apex Pro lines are differentiated from each other and what/who they’re targeted at.
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It’s a nod to their Tour staff who refer to PW/AW as 10/11, since the CB/MB are the main Tour irons, they got the name nod.
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Fair, but tour stuff sells so is that not a miss?
maybe it wouldn’t to the masses though ????
Tuning in right now!
[QUOTE=”Scooby45, post: 11713463, member: 62865″]
Fair, but tour stuff sells so is that not a miss?
maybe it wouldn’t to the masses though ????
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Not a miss, just a fun thing they did.
That was a fun show!
Modelling the sole bounce to account for toe droop when the faster players swing makes so much sense when you think about it.
UW talk was fascinating! Shorter shaft and anti-left design sound perfect for what I’m looking for. Especially compared to a hybrid.
Really wish the Apex Pro line continued with the 10 and 11 iron.
Great show today! It was cool hearing the breakdown from Zach on the new lines! I would 100% be #TeamUW they are so good.