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PXG Irons Review: Putting the PXG 0211 ST Irons to the Test

PXG Irons Review: Putting the PXG 0211 ST Irons to the Test

Blade irons have a reputation. Beautiful? Yes. Forgiving? Not so much. There’s a reason why pros and low handicappers are typically the target user here. Mistah Short Hitter was interested in taking the PXG 0211 ST irons out for a...

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Golf Club Trade-Ins with Next Round Golf: 2026 Guide

Golf Club Trade-Ins with Next Round Golf: 2026 Guide

Golf gear doesn’t last forever — but the value in your old clubs can. Whether you’re upgrading your driver, refreshing your bag, or just cleaning out the garage, trading in unwanted gear is one of the smartest ways to fund new equipment without breaking the bank.

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Best Callaway Drivers: Ranked (2026)

Best Callaway Drivers: Ranked (2026)

If you’ve ever wondered which of the best Callaway drivers actually delivers when put under pressure, not just hype, this one’s for you. We sent six low-spin Callaway driver heads, spanning 2020 through 2025, to Andrew Jensen and asked him...

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How to Putt Better: Lessons From a Broomstick Putter Test

How to Putt Better: Lessons From a Broomstick Putter Test

Every golfer wants to know how to putt better. Whether you’re missing two-foot knee-knockers or struggling to lag a 40-footer close, putting is the part of the game that tests patience—and imagination. At Next Round, we love seeing what happens...

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Should You Buy a Used Taylormade Spider Tour Putter?

Should You Buy a Used Taylormade Spider Tour Putter?

We sent the TaylorMade Spider Tour Putter to Mistah Short Hitter, a YouTube golf reviewer known for his straightforward takes. And from the first roll, Mistah Short Hitter made one thing clear: this club may not be new, but it...

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Ping G425 Irons Review (2026): Are They Really Worth Your Money?

Ping G425 Irons Review (2026): Are They Really Worth Your Money?

If forgiveness and distance had a baby, it’d be the Ping G425 irons. Since their release, these irons have been a favorite among mid-to-high handicappers, known for packing serious performance into a clean, confidence-inspiring design. Even in 2026, years after...

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Best Wedges for Mid Handicappers (2026)

Best Wedges for Mid Handicappers (2026)

You’ve got the fundamentals down. Now it’s time to start sticking it closer and saving strokes with every wedge shot. If you’re a mid handicap golfer (roughly 10–20 handicap), your game is likely consistent from tee to green—but you’re losing...

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Ping G425 Hybrid Review (2026): Our Honest Verdict on Performance & Feel

Ping G425 Hybrid Review (2026): Our Honest Verdict on Performance & Feel

Fairway bunkers, tight lies, long par 3s—you need a club that can do it all. That’s exactly what the Ping G425 Hybrid was designed for. It’s long enough to replace a fairway wood, forgiving enough to replace long irons, and...

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Ping G425 Driver Review (2026): The Most Forgiving Driver Yet?

Ping G425 Driver Review (2026): The Most Forgiving Driver Yet?

If you struggle with slices or low ball speeds, the Ping G425 driver might just be your cheat code. Launched in 2021, this driver has stood the test of time—remaining in the bags of weekend players and Tour pros alike....

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Why You Need to Try a TaylorMade Spider Putter

Why You Need to Try a TaylorMade Spider Putter

My Fairway Golf Takes the Spider Putter for a Spin Spooky season might bring ghosts and goblins, but My Fairway Golf found something far scarier on the greens—a TaylorMade Spider Putter that’s hauntingly good. They tried out this lightweight, high-stability...

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Golf Gifts Under $50: Stocking Stuffers That Swing Big

Golf Gifts Under $50: Stocking Stuffers That Swing Big

Think a golf stocking stuffer has to be tees and balls? Think again. If your stocking space permits, we’ve got hybrids, wedges, irons—even putters—all within a stocking budget. That’s right: golf gifts under $50 can include clubs when you’re shopping...

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5 Golf Gifts for Dad: Clubs & Gear He’ll Actually Use

5 Golf Gifts for Dad: Clubs & Gear He’ll Actually Use

This year, skip the novelty socks and monogrammed divot tools. Show Dad you know what he really wants—clubs and gear that help him play his best and enjoy every round. Whether he’s the family’s reigning fairway king or a weekend...

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5 Golf Gifts for Ladies: Clubs & Gear She’ll Actually Use

5 Golf Gifts for Ladies: Clubs & Gear She’ll Actually Use

Put down the pink golf balls. We know what golf girls really want this holiday season—clubs that pack a punch. This is your definitive guide to golf gifts for ladies, club edition. Get your big bows ready, because these gifts...

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6 Golf Gifts Under $100 They’ll Actually Use: Club Edition

6 Golf Gifts Under $100 They’ll Actually Use: Club Edition

You’ve got $100 to spend on your golf-loving relative. Sure, you could go with balls and tees—but why stop at boring when you could go bold? At Next Round Golf, $100 doesn’t just get you stocking stuffers—it gets you real...

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The Best Golf Club Set Under $500: Smart Budget Build

The Best Golf Club Set Under $500: Smart Budget Build

What does a $500 golf club set look like when a pro golfer builds it himself? Our affiliate, Andrew Jensen, recently stopped by the Next Round warehouse to put together his dream bag—on a serious budget. With just $500 to spend,...

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Scotty Cameron Putter Restoration

Scotty Cameron Putter Restoration: How to Bring Your Putter Back to Life

We recently sent our affiliate, I Am Choi Boi, a pre-owned Scotty Cameron putter from Next Round. But instead of rolling with it straight out of the box, he took it to the next level—giving it a full-on makeover to...

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Standard Playing Lengths for Driver, 3-Wood & 3-Hybrid Shafts

Standard Playing Lengths for Driver, 3-Wood & 3-Hybrid Shafts

When it comes to golf shafts, length matters — but not always in the way you might think. If you’ve ever compared two driver shafts from different brands and noticed they’re slightly different lengths even though they’re both labeled “standard,”...

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Big Bertha Callaway Driver

Big Bertha Callaway Driver: Can a $300 Club Really Compete?

When you think “budget-friendly driver,” you probably don’t expect it to keep up with a top-tier $600 model. But that’s exactly what Project Golf set out to test in their recent video comparing the TaylorMade Stealth and the Big Bertha...

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What Shaft Flex Should I Use?

What Shaft Flex Should I Use?

One of the most important choices you’ll make when buying new clubs is picking the right shaft flex. Shaft flex affects ball flight, distance, accuracy, and feel—and using the wrong flex can hold back your game. With options like Ladies,...

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The Complete Guide to Driver Shafts: Finding the Right Fit for Your Game

The Complete Guide to Driver Shafts: Finding the Right Fit for Your Game

When most golfers think about upgrading their driver, they focus on the clubhead. But here’s the truth: the shaft is just as important—sometimes more. The right driver shaft can completely change the way you launch the ball, control your dispersion,...

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used lab putters

Why You Should Buy a Used LAB Putter

Let’s be honest: everyone wants a L.A.B. putter. L.A.B. (Lie Angle Balance) putters are some of the most talked-about flatsticks on the market—and for good reason. Their zero-torque design helps return the face square to the target at impact, reducing...

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The Best Golf Club Deals (That We’d Actually Buy Ourselves)

The Best Golf Club Deals (That We’d Actually Buy Ourselves)

When Modrn Golf called us one of the best bargains in golf, we took that to heart. So we went digging—through the site, through the deals, through every driver, iron, and putter we could find—and rounded up the best golf...

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Tommy Fleetwood WITB: What’s in the Bag After His 2025 FedEx Cup Win?

Tommy Fleetwood WITB: What’s in the Bag After His 2025 FedEx Cup Win?

A first win being the 2025 FedEx Cup? That’s the kind of full-circle story the golf world loves—and Tommy Fleetwood delivered. Known for his flowing locks, elite ball-striking, and steady climb through the professional ranks, Fleetwood’s bag has been dialed...

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Titleist AP1, AP2, and AP3 Irons: A Complete Guide to Buying Used

Titleist AP1, AP2, and AP3 Irons: A Complete Guide to Buying Used

Titleist has been a leader in iron design for decades, and the AP series—including AP1, AP2, and AP3 irons—offers something for every type of golfer. Whether you’re looking for maximum forgiveness, tour-level feel, or a combination of both, there’s a...

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