Graphite Design TOUR AD FI Shaft Review（2025）

The 2025 model of Graphite Design's new TOUR AD FI features a rare green color among the brand's lineup.
Although there was the Quattrotec, used by professional golfer Satoshi Kodaira, which also adopted the green color by Graphite Design, I would like to review what kind of performance the new TOUR AD FI offers.

TOUR AD FI

The TOUR AD FI inherits the technology from the TOUR AD GC shaft that suppresses twisting and collapsing, leading to a high rate of solid contact and increased ball speed. In line with the trend of low center of gravity and low-spin heads, it is equipped with a “Tornado Tip Technology,” which reinforces the shaft tip using specialized techniques, allowing for a design that can aim for fairways with high launch without losing initial speed.

When actually hitting, the overall movement of the shaft is mild, with minimal tip movement, making stable impacts feel easier to achieve. During testing, the movement was so minimal that it was hard to notice any bend, making it easy to time the shot near the grip end.

The TOUR AD FI is recommended for users who prefer a mid or grip-end kick point. Personally, I felt that the shaft's behavior is similar to the TOUR AD VF from two models back. While the VF is a model where a draw ball can be hit easily due to tip movement, the FI has a stiff tip with a fade bias, but the flex and feel near the grip are very similar.

TOUR AD FI 60 (S)

Test club: Srixon ZXi LS Driver

Weight: 66g Torque: 3.2

The TOUR AD FI 60S has a solid feel, and compared to other 60S shafts, it has slightly lower torque, making it a somewhat stiffer specification. When actually hitting, it has a mild flex around the middle, making it easy to time the swing, and since the shaft moves slowly towards impact, it feels easier to strike the ball.The TOUR AD FI is not a shaft that moves quickly, so I think it is a shaft with stability and no unnecessary movement.

TOUR AD FI 70 (S)

Shaft specifications:Weight: 75g Torque: 2.9

The TOUR AD FI 70S keeps the feel of the 60S, but its slightly lower torque gives it a more tightly controlled specification. It has a weighty and responsive feel, and for powerful users, the added weight provides stability, leading to shots that are less likely to curve. When paired with a driver, it becomes a heavier shaft specification, but when combined with a fairway wood, it may allow stable impact from the ground. Please give it a try sometime!

Yamaha Golf RMX DD-1 Iron Review (2025)

The RMX DD-1 irons, released in October 2025, are irons that take the best elements of both athletes and average players, balancing feel, distance, and forgiveness. I would like to review the performance of the newly updated RMX DD-1 irons.

RMX DD-1 Irons

Test club: 7-iron, loft 31°

The RMX DD-1 irons feature a center of gravity design that ensures stable ball flight by aligning the hitting point with the center of gravity. Using precision machining, the soft iron body is sculpted for each club number to achieve the ideal center of gravity, reducing twisting and enabling stable ball flight. To create accurate distance gaps, the back of the face is precisely machined to vary in thickness according to the role of each club. Long irons are designed for high initial speed and high trajectory, while mid irons are engineered to withstand off-center hits and accurately reach the green.When actually hitting the ball, I felt a high level of forgiveness, making it easy to hit a straighter trajectory. In the test room, the total distance was 158 yards, which is standard performance, indicating that the RMX DD-1 is not a model specialized for distance but rather emphasizes easy-to-hit stability. Compared to other manufacturers, it performs at a level similar to Srixon ZX i 5 irons and Bridgestone 242CB+ irons.

Design and Feel

The RMX DD-1 irons feature a soft iron forged body and a resin badge to dampen the resonance of the hitting sound. By shortening the lingering sound, they achieve a soft and delicate feel that resonates in the hands. When actually striking the ball, although not as soft as the highly regarded Mizuno Pro irons, they offer a well-balanced, moderately heavy feel that is neither too hard nor too soft. The RMX DD-1 irons are designed with a V-shaped sole that prevents digging into the ground and reduces bouncing, supporting smooth swings and stable shots. Both the DD-1 TOUR MODEL and DD-1 are designed to maximize the ease of release. With 20 degrees of bounce, they are less likely to dig in, and the shape of the sole's rear reduces contact with the ground after impact, allowing for a smooth follow-through from any lie. The RMX DD-1 irons also feature a slightly larger head size and a thicker top blade, giving a sense of forgiveness in their shape.

TRAVIL Iron Shaft

Yamaha Golf offers the TRAVIL iron shaft as a custom option. The TRAVIL iron shaft is made of composite materials—carbon, rubber, and metal—that provide a flexible and responsive shaft action. It has a similar feel to Fujikura's TR Hybrid shaft, used for hybrids, but for irons, it is designed to limit flex, resulting in the TRAVIL iron shaft. When impacting the ball, a soft sensation is transmitted to the hands, giving the impression that it cushions the impact. The use of composite materials in the TRAVIL iron shaft makes the feel softer compared to a steel shaft. The shaft features a matte black coating with a simple design, without logos on the front. This shaft is recommended for players who want to hit iron shots more easily and achieve higher trajectory. We highly encourage you to give it a try!

Crossputt Golf CP-100 Putter Review

The emerging golf manufacturer CROSSPUTT Golf offers putters with modern designs and eye-catching, unconventional neck shapes. The dual alignment lines, a key feature of CROSSPUTT putters, are designed to improve reproducibility by allowing golfers to align two white lines when addressing the ball, making it easier to aim and assisting the stroke. This time, I would like to review the CP-100 blade-type putter from CROSSPUTT.

CROSSPUTT GOLF

Test Club: CP-100 Putter

CROSSPUTT is a putter brand from South Korea. It has gained attention with the catchphrase "a putter that prevents three-putts." It has raised over 100 million yen in crowdfunding, making it one of the currently popular and highly sought-after putters. Its most notable feature is the patented "Dual Alignment Line." By overlapping the two lines on the neck and face during the address, golfers can always achieve the correct stance. This design visually supports many golfers who struggle with "address reproducibility."

CP-100 Putter

The pin-type CP-100 putter allows you to align squarely to the target when you superimpose the white lines on the neck and the head, making it feel easy to adjust direction. If the head is not perfectly flat on the ground when addressing the ball, the two white lines appear misaligned, which is an advantage for easily correcting your stance. Using the white lines as a guide, I also felt that you could correct the shaft inclination. When actually hitting, it is easy to address squarely to the target, giving the impression that the ball rolls straight and is easy to hit straight. However, being a pin-type putter, if the impact is off due to unnecessary hand movement, the ball rolls according to the face direction, so it seems to have limited directional stability.The CP-100 putter head is made of stainless steel, and the face is milled, providing good ball engagement and a soft feel.

Standard Carbon Shaft

The standard shaft of the CP-100 putter is a carbon shaft, which has a solid weight of 80g and provides a moderate flex. The characteristic flex of the carbon shaft contributes to the smooth roll of the ball.

Cross Pat Grip

The CP-100 putter’s standard grip is thicker, making it easy to hold with the palms. Its semi-circular shape makes it easy to lock the wrists when gripping, enhancing control of the face. The urethane grip material is slip-resistant and fits comfortably in the hand.

CP-100 Putter Spec

ificationsPutter Type: Pin Type Lie Angle: 70 degrees, Torque: 2.5

Overall Length: 33 inches, 34 inches Loft: 3 degrees

Head Weight: 380g, Total Weight: 510g

Face Construction: Milling

Head Material: Stainless Steel

Grip Material: Urethane + PVC

Grip Size: Length 30.7cm x Width 2.7cm x Height 2.7cm

Grip Weight: 65g

Shaft Material: Carbon, Shaft Weight: 80g

Recently, the Cross Pat Golf has been attracting attention as a putter that combines a stylish design with technology that allows you to aim accurately at the target.Be sure to give it a try!

Yamaha Golf RMX DD-1 Driver review（2025）

The RMX DD-1 driver, released in October 2025, is the model among the three that has a slight fade bias and is easier to hit low-spin trajectories. I would like to review the performance of the newly updated RMX DD-1 driver.

RMX DD-1 Driver

Test club: Loft 9°

The RMX DD-1 driver adopts a unique 8-axis layered carbon face, surpassing the conventional 4-axis and 6-axis designs. The strong carbon face, meticulously layered in 8 directions, minimizes energy loss at impact and efficiently transfers it to the ball's initial speed. When actually hitting, the head moves in a neutral manner, and it feels light and easy to swing, which provides a pleasant swinging experience. Compared to the DD-2 driver with a draw bias, which I tested simultaneously, there is a clear difference, and the DD-1 driver has more of a fade bias. Thanks to the new bulge design, directional stability is improved, and even in a test room, I felt that the head movement was stable and less prone to curving. The RMX DD-1 driver has weight ports in three positions: standard, draw, and fade, allowing for adjustments according to the user. Since the RMX DD-1 driver has standard performance that makes it easy to hit a straight trajectory, it might be a good choice for your first test swing.

Design and Feel

The RMX DD-1 driver features a conventional head shape, and its square face angle gives the impression of a neutral capture. The RMX DD series drivers have a special coating on the face that suppresses directional variation caused by slipping. They are developed to maintain stable spin under both dry and wet conditions. When actually hitting, the driver provides a soft impact that grips the ball even on a carbon face, while producing a crisp sound.

TOUR AD FI

Shaft Spec: 6 (S)

Weight: 66 g Torque: 3.2 

The new TOUR AD FI inherits technology from the previous TOUR AD GC shaft, which suppresses twisting and compression of the shaft, leading to a higher hit rate and ball speed. In line with the trend of low-weighted, low-spin heads, it features "Tornado Tip Technology," which reinforces the tip of the shaft with special techniques, allowing for high launch without losing initial speed and making it easier to aim for the fairway. When actually hitting, the overall movement of the shaft is modest and the tip movement is minimal, making it feel easier to achieve a stable impact. While test hitting, the shaft moves so little that it's hard to tell where it flexes, and it is easy to time with the hands around the grip area. The TOUR AD FI is recommended for users who prefer a kick point near the grip. Be sure to give it a try!

Callaway APEX Ti SUPER HYBRID Review

In September 2025, the APEX Ti SUPER HYBRID will be released, featuring a more compact size compared to its predecessor, with improved maneuverability and distance performance thanks to its titanium face and extended club length. I would like to review what kind of performance the newly updated third generation APEX Ti SUPER HYBRID offers.

NEW APEX Ti SUPER HYBRID

Test club Loft 21°

In the previous PARADYM SUPER HYBRID, weights were installed in the sole and the head interior, but in the APEX Ti SUPER HYBRID, weights are only used in the sole screw weight, resulting in a higher center of gravity for enhanced spin and control performance. Compared to the ELYTE utility, it is set 0.25 inches longer for each club, allowing for greater distance capabilities. When actually hitting it, I found it easy to produce powerful trajectories, measuring a total of 205 yards in the testing room. When compared to the APEX UW (21°) tested simultaneously, the SUPER HYBRID produced a lower trajectory and ended up about 5 yards shorter in distance. The compact head, which is smaller than its predecessor, offers good maneuverability, making it easy to hit like a hybrid while also providing a sense of shot direction.

Design and Feel

The head of the APEX Ti SUPER HYBRID has been redesigned to enhance its operability, with a shorter front-to-back length and face length. The face is made of titanium, while the body is made of stainless steel. Unlike past models, a carbon crown has not been introduced.The shape of the sole has a slight lift from the ground at the back, which improves the exit of the head when hitting the ball. Additionally, the head is designed to sit well, ensuring that it does not wobble or rotate when set on the ground, making it very easy to align.Personally, I was a bit concerned about the gray color of the head, but I found the orthodox shape to be very easy to set up.

VENTUS SILVER 6 for Callaway

Specs (60) S

Weight: 67.5g Torque: 3.3 

The VENTUS SILVER 6, which is the genuine shaft for the Japanese market, is a relatively lightweight shaft with a lot of flex, making it suitable for hybrids. During the trial, I felt that the grip area was a bit thick, but when pressure was applied to the shaft, it flexed significantly, so I recommend custom shafts for users who want to swing firmly. Please do give it a try!

Callaway APEX UW Review (2025 Model)

In September 2025, the APEX UW will be released, reviving the popular first generation shape and featuring further evolution in performance. I would like to review what kind of performance the newly updated third generation APEX UW has.

NEW APEX UW

Test club Loft: 21°

The new APEX UW is equipped with the Tungsten Speed Wave, which was introduced in the ELYTE series of fairway woods. This technology is mounted in a way that appears to float inside the head, allowing for high and distant ball launch even at impacts close to the top without sacrificing face flex. To provide the desired trajectory, spin, and control demanded by professionals and advanced players, a carbon crown and a longer hosel have been balanced to pursue optimal weight distribution.When actually hitting the ball, I found it easy to achieve a high trajectory similar to that of a fairway wood, measuring a total of 210 yards in the testing room. The tested loft of 21° is equivalent to that of a 7-wood, but due to the shorter club length, the APEX UW didn’t fly quite as far compared to a regular 7-wood. However, I felt the benefit of the shorter length of the APEX UW at 40.25 inches (for the 21° loft), making it easier to swing and increasing the rate of good contact.

Club length with a 0.75-inch difference between Clubs

In previous models, there was a subtle difference in distance due to the 2-degree increments in loft, which made it hard to clearly define distance gaps, so the club lengths have been changed. The 17-degree and 19-degree from the previous model were both 41 inches, but now the 17-degree is set to 41.75 inches, and the 19-degree is at 41 inches. Similarly, the 21-degree which was 40.5 inches is now 40.25 inches, and the 23-degree which was 40.0 inches is now 39.5 inches. Until the previous model, there was no difference in club lengths despite different lofts, so I believe the distance increments have become easier to establish in this model.

Design and Feel

The 2025 model of APEX UW features a carbon crown and a somewhat longer hosel. What catches the eye when setting up is the line that divides the crown into the face side and the rear, indicating the use of a carbon crown. In addition, the hosel has been designed to be slightly longer than the 2023 model, which contributes to optimizing weight distribution, making it easier to achieve forgiveness and the ideal trajectory.When I actually hit it, it felt similar to Callaway's wood with a slightly firmer and solid feeling. The APEX UW has a head size that is intermediate between a fairway wood and a utility, and its somewhat shallow shape makes it feel easier to pick the ball up.

TENSEI BLACK SILVER 70 for Callaway (Japan specification)

Specs (60) S

Weight: 69.5g Torque: 3.9 

The TENSEI BLACK SILVER 70 is a firm shaft with high rigidity, and I think it falls into the hard category among stock shafts. The mid-flex makes it easy to find timing, and while the tip has a hint of speed, there’s a sense of strong stability without wobbling. The TENSEI BLACK SILVER 70 is recommended for users who prefer a firmer, robust shaft. Please give it a try!

Mizuno Pro M-13 Iron Individual Club Testing Review

I purchased the 2025 model Mizuno Pro M-13 irons as soon as they were released, and I immediately took them to the driving range to try them out. This time, I would like to review my impressions of each club individually.

M-13 Irons

Tested club shaft: Project X 6.0

The Mizuno Pro 3 series is designed to optimize the spin, distance performance, and necessary playability for each club by employing optimal designs and materials for each club. The short irons are designed to provide spin and a soft feel from the mild steel, the mid-irons for maneuverability and distance performance, and the long irons to promote easier ball flight and greater resilience to off-center hits. Below, I will share my reviews after trying out each individual club.

PW, 9-iron, 8-iron

From the left: PW, 9-iron, 8-iron

When I held the M-13 iron at the driving range, it looked smaller and more compact than what I had seen at the store. The toe side has a rounded shape, making it more compact than the TaylorMade P770 irons (25 year) I used previously. The PW and 9-iron are designed to be easy to control and spin, pursuing a good feel by employing a one-piece, face-neck integrated soft iron forged iron. At the driving range, it felt like a shorter iron that provides a firm feel rather than a soft one, allowing for good distance. The PW and 9-iron have a single-structure head, so the distance performance was unknown, but they create a staircase of distance that can lead to easier-miss middle to long irons.

7-iron, 6-iron, 5-iron

From the left: 7-iron, 6-iron, 5-iron

The middle to long irons are also compact in size, with a thin top blade giving them a sleek shape. The sole width is slightly narrow, and the triple-cut sole grind is deep, which seems to minimize ground resistance. Despite being a composite material head, it has a soft feel; it felt light and easy to swing, considering the head balance is D2. The distance performance was a bit better than the previous hollow-structured P770 irons I used. I felt more distance performance at the driving range than in the fitting room.Starting from the 5-iron, it features a full pocket cavity structure aimed at distance, which enlarges the COR and broadens the thin area to maximize the high-speed area. The long irons not only provide distance performance but also maintain spin, making it easier to achieve a high trajectory. The M-13 iron is not just an iron that goes far; it is a model that can produce high trajectories that stop easily on the green. Even though the M-13 iron is a Mizuno pro model, it is highly forgiving, making it a recommended model for users who want control performance, distance performance, and a spinning trajectory. Be sure to give it a try!

The Mizuno Pro M-15 irons review（2025）

The Mizuno Pro M-15 irons, set to be launched in Japan in August 2025, are the highest performing models in terms of distance within the series, featuring a completely redesigned look and head material. I would like to review the performance of the newly updated Mizuno Pro M-15 irons.

M-15 Irons

Test club: 7-iron, loft 29°

The M-15 irons are the successor to the previous 245 irons but have been revamped with a sophisticated design akin to a muscle back. By strategically placing approximately 50 grams of tungsten weight away from the sole in the long irons (4-7), they achieve further high rebound and low center of gravity, enhancing their ability to hit high shots. The mid-iron (8) is designed with a hollow structure to balance distance and control. The short irons (9-GW) utilize a semi-hollow soft iron (S25CM) that emphasizes higher center of gravity for better spin performance. The main body made of soft stainless steel (SUS431) is consistent across all models, designed to minimize any unpleasant sensations during impact.When actually hitting the irons, we measured a total of 170 yards in the testing room, which was about 10 yards longer than the concurrently tested M-13 irons. The M-15 irons allow for easy performance with moderately to high-launching balls while keeping spin somewhat controlled, making them a recommended model for users seeking distance performance in their irons. For users who find the mid-level M-13 irons challenging, the M-15, which offers higher forgiveness, is highly recommended.

Design and Feel

The back face of the M-15 iron has a shape similar to an enlarged version of the muscle-back S-1 iron. This design allows it to appear so compact that it does not give a sense of a hollow structure, resulting in a cleaner design compared to the previous model. High-rebound material chrome-moly steel is used in the mid to long irons, and amidst the springy feel, I sensed a heavy impact characteristic of Mizuno. The newly upgraded M-15 iron combines high distance performance with forgiveness, and has been renewed with an even more refined design. Be sure to give it a try!

The Mizuno Pro M-13 irons review（2025）

The Mizuno Pro M-13 iron model, which will be released in Japan in 2025, is the successor to the previous 243 iron, featuring a completely revamped design and head material. I would like to review the performance of the newly designed Mizuno Pro M-13 iron.

M-13 Iron

Test club: 7-iron, loft 32°

The Mizuno Pro 3 series is designed to achieve performance in terms of spin, distance, and necessary playability for each iron by utilizing optimal design and materials for each club. Short irons are designed for spin and the pure feel of soft iron, mid-irons for playability and distance performance, and long irons to help get the ball airborne and to be forgiving on mis-hits. Unlike its predecessor, the M-13's mid and long irons have a near-hollow, composite structure, which seems to indicate an increase in forgiveness.When I actually tested it in the hitting room, I measured a total of 160 yards. Considering it's a 32° loft, I found the distance performance to be high for an iron. It has just the right amount of playability, and it's easy to hit high-draw shots. The evolved composite head seems to have enhanced its forgiveness on mis-hits.This year's Mizuno Pro series includes the classic muscle-back S-1 and the highly forgiving muscle-back S-3, but for users seeking distance performance and forgiveness, the M-13 iron is recommended.

Design and Feel

The triple-cut sole adopted for the M-13 iron is designed by grinding the leading and trailing edges to improve adaptability to turf for players seeking good exit during full shots. I believe the deeper grind compared to the previous model will enhance the feel of good exit, especially on the grass. While the basic shape hasn't changed from the previous model, the top blade is slightly thinner, which might make it feel more compact. High-rebound chromoly steel is used in the mid to long irons, and I felt the heavy, Mizuno-like feel in the rebound sensation. Please try it out!

Bridgestone Golf BX1 LS Driver review(2025)

The BX1 LS driver, released in September 2025, is a low-spin model that pursues high initial speed among its four models. I would like to review the performance of the newly designed BX1 LS driver.

BX1 LS Driver

Test Club Loft: 9°

The new BX1 LS driver has renewed its carbon composite structure, incorporating high-strength carbon parts in the crown and sole, which has increased the moment of inertia compared to its predecessor, further supporting the spin-reducing effects of the biting face. When actually hitting, it felt quite stable for an LS model, comparable in ease of handling to the standard model. The BX1 LS driver allows for easy low to mid ball flights with low spin, and has a slight fade bias, making it a recommended model for users who want to minimize left shots while reducing spin and maximizing distance. Personally, I had the image that Bridgestone drivers typically produced high spin and high trajectories, but I believe the BX1 LS driver has the capability to produce strong trajectories with reduced spin.

Design and Feel

The newly designed BITING FACE 2.0 features unique slip-free bite milling across the entire face. It further enhances the grip on the ball at impact, reducing face slip and achieving lower spin. The adjustable cartridge has a weight configuration aimed at minimizing spin. You can combine weights of different amounts for fine-tuning across four distinct patterns. The BX1 LS driver maintains a rounded shape typical of Bridgestone but has a somewhat compact head size. The newly designed face provides a tight, titanium-like feel, offering solid feedback.

TENSEI PRO BLACK 1K CORE 60

Specifications (60 S)

Weight: 63g Torque: 3.4

Tip FlexThe TENSEI PRO BLACK 1K CORE differs from the traditional 1K series by placing the 1K cross in the inner layer (CORE), enabling the achievement of desired shaft characteristics. The handle section creates a strong loading during the swing transition, while the high rigidity from the mid to tip section is designed to provide a highly reproducible, solid impact.When I actually hit with it, I felt that the slightly thicker handle section was easy to flex, while the mid to tip sections had a strong sense of rigidity. The Tensei series offers strong tension and fast recovery, so I felt it was less likely to be swung late and provided great stability.Please give it a try!