Why Are These The Most Underrated Irons Of 2026? Plus, What Golf Ball Should You Be Playing In 2026?

Chapters:
0:00:00 Intro and catching up
0:03:13 New sponsor - Under Armour Drive Pro Clone!
0:07:16 Dan's indoor golf adventures in America
0:09:52 Joe Winter mat warning on strike location
0:15:05 Is this the worst worn grip you've ever seen?
0:17:11 Titleist slash 2026 driver prices - what does this mean?
0:19:29 LA Golf's surprise new irons, reviewed
0:27:13 Wilson Staff Model MB, CB & XB reviews: the most underrated irons of 2026?
0:37:09 Ask The Pod - Catching up with your comments
0:43:46 Ask The Pod - Advice on sourcing driver heads from America
0:49:42 Ask The Pod - What clubs should I get my 14-year-old?
0:56:33 Ask The Pod - Should I use the same type of golf ball all year?

Massive thanks to Under Armour for sponsoring this week's episode. The new Drive Pro Clone and Drive Pro Clone SL golf shoes are on sale now!

Happy Friday, everyone! For those in the UK, we hope you're not buried under too much water and can get out and golf this weekend. Those listening from warmer climates...don't want to hear about it. This week, we've got two new iron families to talk about, Wilson's Staff Model MB, CB and XB, as well as some surprise new irons from the folks at LA Golf. Wilson's 2026 irons have been universally well-received, so can we call them (and a brand with the most Major wins) underrated anymore? And why won't anyone buy them, even when they're £300 cheaper than the competition?

Elsewhere, Joe has a warning about strike location on winter mats (who said we're niche?), Titleist has slashed its GT driver prices by the best part of £200 (what does this mean for you?), and we dive into some of your excellent Ask The Pods regarding golf ball choice and clubs for teenagers - enjoy!

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