What Brands Or Clubs Are You Most Excited About in 2025?

[russtopherb]

I want to see what Cleveland comes out with in the GI/SGI categories, and what W/S releases to replace the cast Dynapower irons. 

[Gravenor]

On 7/19/2024 at 7:22 PM, Siamese Moose said:

I'd like to see more brands offer higher lofted fairway woods. Most now have a 7, but I'd like to also see 9 woods. I currently use a Cobra F9 ladies 9W head on a fitted shaft, but it would be nice to get rid of the pink colorway.

Couldn't agree more, every brand should at least offer options up to 21° throughout their lineups.

[Gravenor]

Given recent developments it has to be Bettinardi. Their putters have been brilliant for years, their wedges are fantastic, and the early reviews of their new irons have so far been great. Not just 2025, but their offerings over the next 2+ years will be ones to watch.

Also completely agree with the rest of the forums idea of higher lofted fairway woods. I think all companies should be offering at least a 21° 7-wood option across their range, perhaps even a 9-wood given the surge in popularity of such models.

Not one i've seen mentioned as much, but I am also looking forward to the developments within the world of golf technology, specifically the shot-tracking world. Arccos have set an interesting bar over the last few years especially with the trackers built into the grips, but it looks like their system still needs refinement. It will be interesting to see what they do to develop their tech further, or if another company can take what they've already achieved to the next level.

[Indy_Oz]

This... (link below is new post from Mizuno ref the JPX launch)

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C-vQekkIdQE/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

Man I want to try these when they launch. JPX923 Tour is a lovely feeling iron and high on my list for when I replace my P790s. I'm looking forward to checking out the 925s.

For those not wanting to click the link. Launch date for the JPX irons is August 19th according to Mizuno Europe's IG account.

Edited August 17 by Indy_Oz

[CFreddie]

10 hours ago, Indy_Oz said:

This... (link below is new post from Mizuno ref the JPX launch)

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C-vQekkIdQE/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

Man I want to try these when they launch. JPX923 Tour is a lovely feeling iron and high on my list for when I replace my P790s. I'm looking forward to checking out the 925s.

For those not wanting to click the link. Launch date for the JPX irons is August 19th according to Mizuno Europe's IG account.

This. I’m so intrigued by this launch - I miss my old Mizunos!

[RetiredBoomer]

I get excited about every, new release, it seems.

Golf clubs are so much fun (and so obscenely expensive as well).

That's why I'm so jealous of those fitters on you tube.

They stick something new in the bag anytime they want.

If I had my way, I'd need a golf cart the size of a tour van to carry my gear.
That's not sane, but it's sadly true, or at least close to it.

[RyanGi]

Hey, it’s cheaper than drugs! Well, cheaper than good drugs….

[Headhammer]

Im sure we will hear more about AI and 3D printing. Have not heard about any earth shattering technologies on the horizon, I mean, unless you count this.

 

[DashingDane]

On 8/12/2024 at 2:05 PM, Gravenor said:

Given recent developments it has to be Bettinardi. Their putters have been brilliant for years, their wedges are fantastic, and the early reviews of their new irons have so far been great. Not just 2025, but their offerings over the next 2+ years will be ones to watch.

Also completely agree with the rest of the forums idea of higher lofted fairway woods. I think all companies should be offering at least a 21° 7-wood option across their range, perhaps even a 9-wood given the surge in popularity of such models.

Not one i've seen mentioned as much, but I am also looking forward to the developments within the world of golf technology, specifically the shot-tracking world. Arccos have set an interesting bar over the last few years especially with the trackers built into the grips, but it looks like their system still needs refinement. It will be interesting to see what they do to develop their tech further, or if another company can take what they've already achieved to the next level.

Great shout on game tracking! I've played 20 rounds with Arccos now and while I really, really like it, there is a ton of opportunity to improve both the tracking tech as well as the app/data presentation. I think there is a similar opportunity with launch monitors that all kind of present data in the same uninteresting way.

[WaffleHouseTour]

Jason from @GolfSub70 had teased a new driver as soon to be released… that’s what I want to see…. Got a Graphite Design shaft just itching to try a new head…

[TheBigDog42]

Really intrigued by offerings from the DTC brands, the TAIII cb irons from Sub 70 look superb and very much wondering if Takomo will update their lines in 2025?! Tested every single players cb style iron this year and went running back to the X Forged 18’s for another year as everything very much underwhelmed so might look down the DTC route early 2025!! 

[Rostel]

Anyone hit the Miura IC-602s yet?  I'm really intrigued by a hollow body Miura loaded with technology.  Big price tag but beautiful clubs and if they perform like a Miura then I may need to open up the wallet. 

[Shrek74]

Now I'm really super pumped for the new Sub70 699 Pro v3's. Those teaser images are gorgeous!

The TAiii CB's are beautiful too, but out of my wheelhouse (by a lot).

[TheBigDog42]

10 hours ago, Shrek74 said:

Now I'm really super pumped for the new Sub70 699 Pro v3's. Those teaser images are gorgeous!

The TAiii CB's are beautiful too, but out of my wheelhouse (by a lot).

The TAIII cb’s look so good don’t they!! The original version were a touch bladey for my liking so now having the cb option should (fingers crossed) suit me! 

[cksurfdude]

On 7/19/2024 at 6:43 AM, Rob Person said:

I see a spike in DTC brands upgrading their club options more than anything.

Perhaps we will see a release of adjustable irons? Since every other club available now has adjustable heads, why not them too?

Just catching up on this thread after seeing the newsletter link. 

Although maybe not "spike" I agree with Rob here that the DTC brands appear to be constantly upping the quality of their offerings. And though their R&D budget may still be a fraction of the major OEMs, a few of the DTCs seem to be narrowing the gap. So yeah maybe they'll get noticed more, more popular, next year?

The comment on irons echoes my own thoughts. There was a (well, another) discussion about lie angles and my thought was if the iron had an adjustable hosel you could go to the range and crank the head, say, +1 up or -1 flat and test out the effect right then and there!

[MarvChamp]

I'm interested in seeing if more of the player's distance irons meld into game improvers in looks and performance for average players. Or vice-versa. Maybe even for extremely substandard golfers like me! Best, -Marv

[TheBigDog42]

1 hour ago, MarvChamp said:

I'm interested in seeing if more of the player's distance irons meld into game improvers in looks and performance for average players. Or vice-versa. Maybe even for extremely substandard golfers like me! Best, -Marv

I’ve always thought, the best way to sell a game improvement iron or distance iron is make it look like a blade. Mizuno MP20 HMB for example, I borrowed a set of them from a buddy who resells clubs and everyone thought I had blades in the bag yet they’re a large hollow body. Everyone loves the look of a blade so why not make your forgiving line look similar?! Ping have started to do it with the i5 line from i500 onwards. If Titleist made a clean hollow body iron that looked just like the 620mb it would be their best selling iron ever, I’m sure of it. 

[dhosford11]

Really excited to see what Ping is bringing. The G430 line seems like it brought out the best from their technology and I only expect that much more next year. 

[Tom the Golf Nut]

Looking forward to seeing some different manufactures products in the launch monitor/ simulator realm. 
There seems to be a lot more companies entering the market with a lower price point than the big dogs. How will they compare and who will not require subscriptions. 

[DPMGolfer]

On 7/19/2024 at 1:47 PM, DPMGolfer said:

I'm eagerly awaiting the new Callaway Apex line that we were all expecting in January, but has been pushed to late fall last I heard.  They are long overdue for a refresh of the standard Apex (not Apex Pro).

The wait is over, I got fitted for the new Ai200 irons and received them this past weekend.  One round under my belt and I am happy to report the wait was worth it!