Long irons continue their methodical retreat into history. Indeed, when Tiger Woods replaces his 2-iron with a 5-wood, as he frequently did last year, can a hybrid be far behind? Hybrids are that tasty hanging curveball; they’re simpler to hit and nearly certain to produce a better result than long irons, the sinking slider of golf clubs. On the PGA Tour, there are upward of 100 hybrids in play every week. Eventually (and thankfully), hybrids will be as ubiquitous as drivers and putters. Some choice examples for you (and Tiger) to mull.

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