Now, more than ever, we're seeing the best players in the world put 7-woods in their bag in lieu of long irons. And it makes sense. Long irons are difficult to hit, and don't always offer the playability and versatility that 7-woods do. Not a believer? Check out what World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler showed up with in his bag in his first start of the season at The American Express.
Now, more than ever, we're seeing the best players in the world put 7-woods in their bag in lieu of long irons. And it makes sense. Long irons are difficult to hit, and don't always offer the playability and versatility that 7-woods do. Not a believer? Check out what World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler showed up with in his bag in his first start of the season at The American Express.
SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER'S 7-WOOD SPEC:
- FINISHED LOFT: 20°
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LIE: 60°
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SHAFT: Ventus Black 9X
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TIPPING: 2"
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LENGTH: 41 3/8" Cut
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SWINGWEIGHT: D4
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GRIP: Tour Velvet Rib 58
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WRAPS: 6 Double-Sided Tapes
If the best player in the world is gaming a 7-wood, it might just be worth trying for yourself. Stay with us as explore seven reasons why a 7-wood might be right for your game below.
1. JUICY LIES IN THE ROUGH
No matter how hard you try, it's inevitable. Sometimes the ball ends up in the thick stuff. Most of the time it’s a big ask to hit a 3-iron out of these lies and get the launch, spin and distance you need to reach the green, let alone hold it. The 7-woods in the Qi4D family utilize the finest materials in construction and offer plenty of versatility to deliver consistent performance for golfers of all levels out of any lie.
2. DON'T BE SCARED TO TAKE A HEADCOVER OFF ON A PAR 3
Let's be honest, for most golfers, stepping up on a lengthy par 3 with a long iron is intimidating, even on your best day. That's true for even the best players in the world, which again, is one of the reasons we're seeing them put 7-woods in play.
The simple fact is there's a massive difference in how far you carry your 3-iron compared to a Qi4D 7-wood; the latter flies a lot farther, higher and comes down softer. On those long, demanding par 3s, a 7-wood can make what's normally an intimidating shot a lot more manageable.
3. THE 7-WOOD IS VERSATILE
One of the biggest mistakes we see amateurs make with their bag setup is having too many clubs that do the same thing or go the same distance. The great thing about Qi4D 7-woods is that they can be hit any number of different distances from virtually any lie because of their loft and shorter length shaft. Coupled with adjustable loft sleeves in the Qi4D and Qi4D Tour heads that allow you to tailor loft, lie and face angle to your liking, and you've got the complete package in terms of versatility.
4. THOSE LONG PAR 4s
On some holes, you're going to hit a great drive center cut and be left with a long demanding second shot. Whether you're a Tour professional or an amateur, taking a club which is more playable, easier to hit and has a larger margin for error is a no brainer! The last thing you want is to stand over a 3-iron needing the perfect strike and the perfect line to end up with an average result. The forgiveness of Qi4D 7-woods, their high-launch capabilities and versatility make par (or birdie) a much more realistic score on those long par 4’s that give most golfers fits.
5. THE YEAR-ROUND GOLFERS CLUB
Whether it’s the wet season or hard and fast summer conditions, Qi4D 7-woods still win. Soft fairways and greenside areas require maximum carry. Ever wondered why your long clubs all seem to go the same distance in the winter? Well, here’s why.
The lower loft of long irons causes the ball to launch lower. With the cold air and soft course conditions, the ball doesn’t fly as far and stops a lot quicker. You need more carry in these conditions and the Qi4D 7-wood delivers just that.
When summer hits, you need the high launch and spin of Qi4D 7-woods to increase descent angle and help the ball stop faster. The higher the launch, the more spin remains on that first bounce. Low launch and high spin will lose a lot more stopping power on long irons.
6. HOW DO YOU DELIVER THE CLUB?
This is highly relatable for me. With my strong left-hand grip, my actual loft returned to the ball is a lot lower than what it says on the head. When I set my bag up, I have to make sure I have a lot of loft on my clubs so that my launch, spin and yardage gaps are where I want them.
I play a HL 3-wood but at impact I have 15° of loft due to my angle of attack and dynamic loft. If you’re like me and take loft off the club, a Qi4D 7-wood might be your missing link. Not to mention, its nice to say to your playing partners that you can hit a 7-wood past their 5- or 3-wood!
7. THE TEXAS WEDGE
You may have seen this on television. A lot of TOUR players will use a fairway wood when nestled up against a collar by the green. In some cases, they'll use it to help the ball leap a little indentation in the fringe and get it rolling quickly. And the best thing about this shot is it’s incredibly easy to execute; all you have to do is use your Qi4D 7-wood like a putter. Consider that percentage play!
What is the easiest shot for me to hit here? Do I need to hit a high flop shot two yards from the green? Get the ball on the putting surface and running out like a putt as soon as possible! Not only will you get an idea of the putt you face coming back, but your chances of holing this shot are much higher. Think of the future rounds at your golf club, the more you practice the fairway bump and run the better your up and down percentages will become. If the best in the world do it, why shouldn’t you?
Curious about the Qi4D fairway woods? Chat with one of our club fitters or visit your local store nationwide and see the difference for yourself.
