Titleist New Release

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Titleist New Releases: T-Series irons (2023), U•505 utility irons (2023)

New: T-Series irons (2023): As they have in the past, Titleist’s biennial iron launch includes four models in ascending order of how much help they provide the user, but this time with a renewed emphasis on improved feel. The compact tour-focused models, T100 and T150, use internal heel and toe weights made of super-dense D18 tungsten to provide extra stability for a typical players iron to improve forgiveness and feel. The T150 is hotter thanks to its stronger lofts and a channel behind the face that helps add some spring. The versions for more regular types are the T200 and T350, both also with healthy chunks of super-dense tungsten in the heel and toe to provide stability on off-center hits. The T200 still slightly favors the compact end of the spectrum, while the wider-sole and larger blade on the T350 make for the most forgiving option. Both use a variably thick face insert for more ball speed and a redesigned polymer backed structure that’s closer to the face for a softer feel while enhancing ball speed and launch. $200 per club, available for fittings now, in stores Aug. 25.

New: U•505 Utility Iron (2023): The T200 is the most common long iron replacement among tour players (and will be offered in 2-, 3- and 4-iron lofts). But the U•505 is the latest upgrade targeting players who need a little more help with the lower lofts but aren’t interested in playing a hybrid. The wide sole (wider than the T350 game improvement irons) keeps weight lower than in past versions, while super-dense tungsten weights fill the hollow body in the heel and toe sections. That provides for the most stable iron body in Titleist’s line. The thin L-shaped face wraps into the sole for a thinner, more flexible structure. A polymer structure behind the face softens feel while maintaining flex. $270 per club for U•505 (1-, 2-, 3- and 4-iron lofts), available for fittings now, in stores Aug. 25. Premium shaft options for $400 per club.