ZX Mk II Fairway

Independent robot testing: for accuracy and forgiveness, the head comes in below average relative to the field of fairway woods. The Rebound Frame with Dual Flex Zones is engineered for off-centre ball-speed retention — smash factors in the high 1.4s with best swings, and even poor swings achieving 1.41 and above. The carbon crown on 3W/3+ frees mass for higher MOI. Net: above-average ball-speed retention on mishits but below-average dispersion control — moderate forgiveness despite the engineering claims.

Independent robot testing: for distance, the head finishes 3rd overall — its best performance metric and helps propel it to a 9th place finish. Reviewer testing: low spin, high launch, and the ability to attack greens with distance — these characteristics result in fairway shots flying like drives: long, piercing, with plenty of roll out. The manufacturer claims nearly a full mile-per-hour faster ball speed compared to the prior generation. Spin consistently in the low 2000s rpm on good swings. Top-tier 2023 distance — independent robot-test 3rd-place ranking.

Reviewer testing: low spin, high launch, and the ability to attack greens with distance — penetrating, controllable flight rewards skilled players. The compact head with smaller footprints (5-wood: 165cc, 7-wood: 145cc) supports face manipulation. Low spin in the very low 2000s rpm holds shape into the wind. Industry coverage: the flight is straight and controllable from every lie. Above-average workability for a 2023 fairway — single fairway-wood line replaces the prior ZX5/ZX7 split, so workability sits between the predecessor models.

Independent testing: striking a premium ball feels a little fast and a little solid. It's a very middle-of-the-bell-curve feel that isn't bad. It feels fast and reassuringly stable, something inconsistent golfers will welcome. The Rebound Frame creates a purer, more efficient transfer of energy for tactile feedback. Above-average mid-tier feel — fast, stable, but not premium or distinctive.

Reviewer testing: a big, round metallic thwack that sounds immensely powerful without shattering your eardrums. The sound at impact is springy, which matches the feel. Independent testing: testers didn't like the acoustics on the brand's fairway woods previously, though this iteration is noticeably better, but there's still room for improvement. Above-average acoustic — measurably improved over prior generations, but not best-in-class.

Reviewer testing: the generous sized head inspires confidence at address. The carbon crown on the 3W/3+ is visible from above as a clean two-tone aesthetic. Won industry awards 2023 Gold partly for the look/sound/feel category. Above-average looks — confidence-inspiring head with the carbon-crown visual upgrade.