Equipment

Zero-torque putters? Are they really better? — GolfWRXers discuss

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3 hours ago

Jul 2, 2026

In our forums, one user is inquiring about one of the hottest trends in golf: zero-torque putters. Specifically, @jtj74 is asking whether or not they’re truly better.

They wrote:

“Are there any studies or hard info out there that says zero torque putters improve putting stats for the average golfer or is all this stuff just the new fad? To be clear, I am neither for nor against them, everyone should use what gives them the most confidence. Just curious if there is proof of what they claim to do.”

Our members in the forum shared their thoughts on zero torque putters, both the concept in general and specific models. Here are a few posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion and have your say at the link below.

@King_Slender: “Never putted better than with my LAB DF3 – and I’ve always been a good putter.”
@Jdavenp3: “So I’ve always been somebody that tries to feel a straight back and straight through stroke with little arc. My mind just doesn’t comprehend opening and shutting the putter head and it always seemed very timing dependent for me personally.I have used so many putters trying to get the right feel. Ended up getting a Champion Choice Cameron 2+ model because I finally said to hell with it I want to look at something nice even if I suck.Got intrigued with LAB like a lot of folks but had a hard time pulling the trigger. Began having back issues and the Odyssey S2S Cruiser released. So I took a waiver on it.”This putter has absolutely improved my game. Without a shadow of a doubt from 5 feet in it has dramatically changed my confidence. The insert w AI is one of the better inserts I’ve had from Odyssey in regards to feel, roll, and forgiveness on miss hits. I’d say take a chance on trying something out.”
@Dekudude: “Couldn’t agree more. They’re no magic wand. I’d venture to guess that most poor putters struggle because they have poor speed control and poor green reading—neither of which would be helped by a LAB.In fact, I’d confidently say that most poor putters are poor because of those two things.At the end of the day, it’s a nifty design that helps with one aspect of a difficult, multidimensional skill—and the part it assists with isn’t really the most common issue in amateur putting.”That being said, to me, balancing the face to stay square through the stroke just makes sense. If a LAB doesn’t feel uncomfortable, doesn’t mess with your already solid putting game, or if your putting game sucks, it’s probably a great choice for that reason. But it’s definitely not the best choice for everyone. I’d give a brand-new golfer a LAB—or another “zero torque” putter—10 out of 10 times.”

Entire thread: “Zero torque putters? Are they REALLY better?”

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Equipment

Why the Adams Idea Pro hybrid still has a cult following — GolfWRXers discuss

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1 hour ago

Jul 2, 2026

Brendon Elliott

In our forums, GolfWRX members are talking about one of the great cult-classic hybrids: the Adams Idea Pro.
Member @achappy said he picked up an Idea Pro 4-hybrid with an Aldila NV 95 shaft, built it only a half-inch long and at D3, and quickly found it to be exactly the kind of direct iron replacement he wanted. The club worked so well that he added a 3-hybrid, too.

The thread brought out plenty of Adams appreciation:

@smoova said he knew the post was about an Idea Pro before even opening the thread.
@Drivingrangehero said he had one in the bag for about 10 years and drew a distinction between older hybrids that functioned like iron replacements and many modern hybrids that play more like fairway woods.
@tatertot summed it up simply by saying Adams knew hybrids.
@Bigjim1022 said an Adams Pro Mini 23-degree hybrid had been in his bag for around 10 years and described it as the most iron-like hybrid he has used.
@achappy’s original post is the hook because it explains why the Idea Pro still resonates: it does one job, looks manageable and fills a real scoring gap.

Entire thread: I see why this hybrid is a classic

Equipment

In the GolfWRX forums: Building the ultimate throwback ‘GOAT’ bag

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2 hours ago

Jul 2, 2026

Brendon Elliott

In our forums, GolfWRX members are taking on a fun equipment debate: if you could build a bag from some of the best-performing clubs of the past, what would make the cut?

Member @Threewoodteeba started the thread by listing clubs that still carry serious nostalgia and performance value, from TaylorMade SIM and Cobra F9 drivers to RocketBallz fairway woods, Srixon 545 irons, Callaway Apex 16 irons, classic wedge lines and older Scotty Cameron and TaylorMade putters.

The replies quickly turned into a WRX greatest-hits exercise:

@chinaski leaned into a bag with proven cult favorites, including TaylorMade M2, RocketBallz fairway wood, Srixon Z745 irons and Mack Daddy 2 Tour Grind wedges.
@Poor Mans Ty Webb said the idea is subjective and should come down to clubs that make a player happy, then built a setup around favorites such as Bridgestone J36 irons, Nike VR Forged wedges and a 1998 Scotty Cameron Teryllium Santa Fe.
@hammergolf called one setup a strong bag and added several past-and-present options, including older Nike, TaylorMade, Ping, Kasco, Titleist, Cleveland and Eye2-style choices.
@btyh also jumped into the discussion, helping reinforce that the GOAT-bag concept is really about memory, confidence and proven personal performance.

Entire thread: Building the “goat” bag

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Whats in the Bag

Luke Clanton WITB 2026 (July)

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2 hours ago

Jul 2, 2026

Will Schube

Luke Clanton had >14 clubs in his bag when photographed prior to the John Deere Classic.

Driver: TaylorMade Qi4D (8 degrees)
Shaft: Project X Titan Black 70 TX

Mini driver: TaylorMade R7 Quad (13.5 degrees)
Shaft: Project X HZRDUS Black 70 TX

7-wood: TaylorMade Qi35 (21 degrees)
Shaft: Project X HZRDUS Black 90 TX

Irons: TaylorMade GAPR Lo (2), TaylorMade P760 (4), P7CB (5-6) TaylorMade P7MB (7-9)
Shafts: KBS Tour Hybrid Prototype 85 S, Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour 130 X