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Club Junkie: What are the best fairway woods of 2026? Some awesome putters at the Valero! Apr 02, 2026

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What are the best fairway woods of 2026? Well GolfWRX just published their Best Fairway Woods list for this year and I break down who made it and a few who didn't on the show. Out at the Valero Texas Open there are some very interesting putters in some bags being tested. We have to jump in and talk about a few that stood out from Hideki, Marco, and Grillo with some special sauce! Finally, there isn't a ton on the workshop bench this week but it looks like I am going to have to reshaft my brother's set as the heads are flying off!

Club Junkie: LAB Golf Link 2.2 Blade Putter Review! Wilson Golf's Markus McCaine Mar 26, 2026

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In this episode of the Club Junkie Podcast, we take a deep dive into the new LAB Golf Link 2.2 putter and explore what makes it one of the most talked about zero torque designs in the game. From its unique construction to the feel and performance on the greens, we break down everything you need to know about how the Link 2.2 stacks up against other premium putters and who it is best suited for.

We also sit down with Wilson Golf's Markus McCaine for an inside look at the brand's latest equipment, innovation process, and what is coming next from Wilson. Markus shares insights into product development, fitting trends, and how Wilson continues to push performance forward for golfers of all skill levels.

Club Junkie: TaylorMade Qi4D Driver Shootout! Qi4D versus Qi4D LS Mar 19, 2026

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There are a lot of hot drivers out in the market this week and the new TaylorMade Qi4D has a ton of buzz going. I put the Qi4D up against its low spin Qi4D LS sibling to see how they are different. There are some really cool new putters floating around the Valspar this week and I have to break them down. Finally we run through what clubs are on the workbench for some tweaks.

Club Junkie: Reviewing the best Wilson Golf irons ever! Staff Model XB, CB, & MB! Mar 12, 2026

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Time to review the hottest irons from Wilson Golf! This year Wilson is giving us 3 brand new Staff Model irons with one, the XB, being brand new to the lineup. Wilson's Staff Model XB is a new hollow body design that gives golfers distance, forgivness, and great feel in a players size. The Staff Model CB and MB irons have been updated for 2026 with a new satin finish for less glare and refined shapes for optimal CG placement and classic looks from address.

Club Junkie: Odyssey Ai-Dual Putter Review! 1/2 Ball Alignment! Mar 05, 2026

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Odyssey has some new putters with a interesting new insert and alignment aid. The new insert is called Ai-Dual and built on two layers of urethane for consistent ball speed and new FRD grooves for better roll. Odyssey features a 1/2 ball alignment feature that helps golfers frame the ball for better center contact. We also take a look at some of the interesting clubs and putters from the Arnold Palmer Invitational this week.

Club Junkie: $900 Attomax Pro Atom Blue Shaft Review! New LAB Prototype Putters! Feb 26, 2026

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I get to review one of the hottest shafts out of Korea, the Attomax Pro Atom Blue wood shaft! This $900 shaft features super high-end carbon fiber and an amorphous metal wire technology for added stability. I break down the new LAB Golf prototype putters spotted on tour. Reviewing the new Bettinardi BB Series putters has been awesome and I am really liking the new Variable Depth Fly Mill face. It feels great and puts a good roll on the ball.

Club Junkie: Ping G440 K Driver Review! New Scotty Cameron Putters at The Genesis! Feb 19, 2026

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Time to finally review the new Ping G440 K driver! Ping did a great job with keeping the G440 K super forgiving and stable while making it long. Great ball speed for a straight driver. Breakdown a few Scotty Cameron putters from the 2026 Genesis, including Hideki's latest flat stick.

Club Junkie: New 2026 Scotty Cameron Phantom Putters! Feb 12, 2026

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This week I review the new 2026 Scotty Cameron Phantom putter line. I have both the Phantom 5.5 and 9R putters in-hand that I have been rolling for a bit now. The new SCS face insert offers a softer feel and I like the new look of the 9R. Callaway has a few new items on the USGA conforming list and I have two club projects to build that I let you know about.

Club Junkie Podcast: JP Golf Irons Review! Prime & Camber! Is the Waste Management Too Wild? Feb 05, 2026

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Time to review the pretty rare, but very cool, JP Golf irons! I get my hands on both the Prime and Camber models for a little head-to-head comparison. Bot have great feel but play and look a little different. Is the Waste Management Open just a little to wild now? Part of me says yes and the other part says to stop being old. Finally we break down a new stamping method for wedges and putters.

Club Junkie: Mizuno Pro M-13 & M-15 Irons Review! Jan 29, 2026

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The newest Mizuno Pro irons are here and Club Junkie is putting them to the test. In this video we take a deep dive into the all new Mizuno Pro M-13 and Mizuno Pro M-15 irons to see how they compare in looks feel and performance. From classic Mizuno forged feedback to modern design updates we break down what makes each model unique and who each iron is built for.

You will hear our launch monitor impressions covering ball speed launch spin consistency and forgiveness. We also talk about shaping workability and how these irons stack up for better players and competitive amateurs looking for precision and control.

If you are considering new forged irons or want to know the real differences between the Mizuno Pro M-13 and Mizuno Pro M-15 this review has you covered. Make sure to like subscribe and turn on notifications for more in depth golf equipment reviews from Club Junkie.

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