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In for review is the new EX9 hybrid offering from Tour Edge for their Exotics line of clubs. The big news with this release is the addition of variable face thickness to their cup-face technology (which they truly hand their hat on with all of the Exotics lines) as well as the "Power Grid" channel and most noticeably the "Slip Stream Sole" which until now had only been seen in one prior release (CB Pro) which was limited edition. The idea here is to provide extreme playability from ALL lies and interactions while pairing it with a high launching Recoil 670 shaft to also maximize launch and distance parameters for golfers across the spectrum rather than just the lowest handicaps.
THP was sent the 3hy 19* setup with stiff flex Recoil for review, and as always with the TEE releases, its a really solid looking club. The footprint is a little larger than we have seen with some of their other recent hybrids, particularly in the rounded toe region, but it sets up really well behind the ball and the face profile really LOOKS like its going to be able to get the ball up from a ton of different places. Will really be fun to dive into this one and see just what we are dealing with in overall playabilty.
The EX9 has an MSRP of $159.99
Information on the EX9 Hybrid from Tour Edge:
The EX9 hybrid features the superior forgiveness of previous models combined with Exotics industry-leading technology - SlipStream sole, cup face, combo brazing - in a classic hybrid style.
The EX9 hybrid’s technology story begins with a maraging steel cup face with updated/improved Variable Face Thickness (VFT). The thin and thick compartments on the face are strategically positioned for optimal forgiveness in preparation for off-center hits. The VFT face is combo brazed with a heavier hyper-steel body to make the EX9 hybrid easy to hit from any lie.
The EX9 SlipStream sole features shorter ‘waves’ from front to back, dramatically reducing the amount of turf interaction – the result is a full-speed explosive impact. The heavier sole also positions the center of gravity lower in the head to help players launch the ball out of any turf condition. The center of gravity position combined with the innovative design of the Exotics SlipStream sole delivers legendary Exotics distance.
Creating the ultimate ball speed generator, the Power Grid has been reengineered deeper and much more narrow to increase the spring effect across all areas of the face. Notches along the back edge of the Power Grid provide thinner spots specifically designed to increase the rebound at impact for faster ball speed.
Design Highlights:
Specifications:
In-Hand Images:
THP was sent the 3hy 19* setup with stiff flex Recoil for review, and as always with the TEE releases, its a really solid looking club. The footprint is a little larger than we have seen with some of their other recent hybrids, particularly in the rounded toe region, but it sets up really well behind the ball and the face profile really LOOKS like its going to be able to get the ball up from a ton of different places. Will really be fun to dive into this one and see just what we are dealing with in overall playabilty.
The EX9 has an MSRP of $159.99
Information on the EX9 Hybrid from Tour Edge:
The EX9 hybrid features the superior forgiveness of previous models combined with Exotics industry-leading technology - SlipStream sole, cup face, combo brazing - in a classic hybrid style.
The EX9 hybrid’s technology story begins with a maraging steel cup face with updated/improved Variable Face Thickness (VFT). The thin and thick compartments on the face are strategically positioned for optimal forgiveness in preparation for off-center hits. The VFT face is combo brazed with a heavier hyper-steel body to make the EX9 hybrid easy to hit from any lie.
The EX9 SlipStream sole features shorter ‘waves’ from front to back, dramatically reducing the amount of turf interaction – the result is a full-speed explosive impact. The heavier sole also positions the center of gravity lower in the head to help players launch the ball out of any turf condition. The center of gravity position combined with the innovative design of the Exotics SlipStream sole delivers legendary Exotics distance.
Creating the ultimate ball speed generator, the Power Grid has been reengineered deeper and much more narrow to increase the spring effect across all areas of the face. Notches along the back edge of the Power Grid provide thinner spots specifically designed to increase the rebound at impact for faster ball speed.
Design Highlights:
- Maraging steel cup face with Variable Face Thickness technology delivers Exotics explosive power
- SlipStream sole dramatically reduces turf interation through impact for superior launch speed
- Reengineered Power Grid delivers more flexibility behind the cup face, leading to faster ball speed off the face
- Center of gravity position launches the ball on a higher trajectory from any lie
- Powered by UST Mamiya Recoil shafts
Specifications:
| MODEL | LOFT | LIE | GRAPHITE LENGTH | FACE ANGLE | FLEX | HEAD VOLUME |
| #2 HYBRID | 17° | 58° | 40.75" | SQUARE | L,A,R,S,X | 123CC |
| #3 HYBRID | 19° | 58.5° | 40.25" | SQUARE | L,A,R,S,X | 123CC |
| #4 HYBRID | 22° | 59° | 39.75" | SQUARE | L,A,R,S,X | 122CC |
| #5 HYBRID | 25° | 59.5° | 39.25" | SQUARE | L,A,R,S,X | 121CC |
| #6 HYBRID | 28° | 60° | 38.75" | SQUARE | L,A,R,S,X | 120CC |
- Available in men's and women's right hand. Lengths listed are men's standard. Ladies standard lengths are -1" from men's standard. Standard grip is Lamkin Exotics UTx grip.
MODEL | FLEX | WEIGHT | LAUNCH | TORQUE |
| UST MAMIYA RECOIL 450 F1 | L | 52g | HIGH | 4.4 |
| UST MAMIYA RECOIL 460 F2 | A | 63g | HIGH | 5.2 |
| UST MAMIYA RECOIL 460 F3 | R | 65g | MID/HIGH | 5.1 |
| UST MAMIYA RECOIL 670 F4 | S | 78g | MID/HIGH | 4.1 |
| UST MAMIYA RECOIL 680 F5 | X | 84g | MID/HIGH | 3.8 |
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