Mizuno · Fairway · 2024
ST-Max 230
Best foryou're a mid-to-high HCP (10-28) at 75-105mph who prioritises forgiveness, high launch and easy turn-of-the-deck performance — comfortable trading peak distance and workability for a confidence-inspiring head for around £290.
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About the Mizuno ST-Max 230
The Mizuno ST-Max 230 is a 2024 fairway from Mizuno. Listed on CaddyCompare in 15°, 17°, 18°, 21°, 24° and 27° lofts, in right-hand and left-hand, with regular, stiff and senior flex options. Compare prices from 1 UK retailer below — currently from £269.00.
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Pros & cons
- Largest sweet area (MOI) in the brand's ST Woods history — ranks alongside the most forgiving 2024 fairways (TaylorMade Qi10, Callaway Paradym Ai-Smoke Max)
- Excelled from the fairway and even the first cut of rough — the Speed Bevel sole genuinely helps with turf interaction
- Carbon crown with wrap-around toe shifts mass low and rearward — extra stability on mishits versus all-steel constructions
- Picked up Golf Digest 2025 Hot List recognition — independent industry validation
- High ball flight can be difficult to control in wind — the head doesn't penetrate the way a low-spin player's fairway would
- Engineered for straight-line performance — minimal shape control or shot-shaping latitude for skilled players
- No weight track or movable-weight system on the head — only the ±2° hosel adjusts launch / trajectory
- Limited tour staff adoption — pros in the family lean to the low-spin ST-G Ti sibling
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Best for You're a mid-to-high HCP (10-28) at 75-105mph who prioritises forgiveness, high launch and easy turn-of-the-deck performance — comfortable trading peak distance and workability for a confidence-inspiring head for around £290.
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About the Mizuno ST-Max 230
The Mizuno ST-Max 230 is a 2024 fairway from Mizuno. Listed on CaddyCompare in 15°, 17°, 18°, 21°, 24° and 27° lofts, in right-hand and left-hand, with regular, stiff and senior flex options. Compare prices from 1 UK retailer below — currently from £269.00.
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Who is the Mizuno ST-Max 230 best for?
You're a mid-to-high HCP (10-28) at 75-105mph who prioritises forgiveness, high launch and easy turn-of-the-deck performance — comfortable trading peak distance and workability for a confidence-inspiring head for around £290.
Who should avoid the Mizuno ST-Max 230?
You want low-spin penetrating distance, you play in regularly windy conditions, or you want a workable tour-spec head — the ST-G Ti or a Ping G440 LST will serve you better.
What handicap is the Mizuno ST-Max 230 suitable for?
The Mizuno ST-Max 230 scores strongest for high-handicap golfers, and also suits mid-handicap golfers.
Does the Mizuno ST-Max 230 have a shot bias?
The Mizuno ST-Max 230 is broadly neutral in shot shape (no built-in draw or fade bias), with a high launch and mid spin.
How does the Mizuno ST-Max 230 compare to the previous model?
Larger overall footprint and lower profile (shallower face) than the ST-Z 230. The 230-generation CORTECH Chamber is positioned closer to the face for better off-centre ball-speed retention. Mizuno claims the ST-Max is a max-MOI step up from the ST-Z's neutral profile — the trade is straight-line forgiveness for the ST-Z's lower-spin penetration.