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Each week, we continue to highlight a WITB (What’s In The Bag) from a MyGolfSpy Forum member. If you have an interesting bag setup or want to be featured, share your WITB in the Forum thread.

This week, we feature poprocksncoke, who has a mix of classic and modern gear in his bag. His selection of clubs shows a preference for tried-and-true equipment, with some newer additions influenced by the MyGolfSpy community.

Let’s take a look inside his bag:

Driver: Taylormade SLDR

About the club: Several years ago, poprocksncoke switched to the SLDR after trying a playing partner’s club and deciding it was a better fit than his previous Taylormade R11s. Originally equipped with an Oban Kiyoshi HB shaft, he recently switched to a Fujikura Ventus Velocore+ Red shaft, following feedback from a MyGolfSpy member review thread. The change has provided a higher ball flight, which has been a welcome adjustment.

3-Wood: Taylormade R11s

About the club: This club was a Christmas gift from his wife after he borrowed his dad’s R11s 3-wood. The club has stayed in his bag ever since, proving its reliability over the years.

The Procore Championship begins on Thursday in Napa, Calif. Here are 5 players our expert loves — and why he thinks you should too.

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Adam Scott joins The Scoop to discuss his "vanilla" personality, what makes him nervous and what playing with peak Tiger Woods was like.

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Former Dallas Cowboys QB Tony Romo is among the entrants for the pre-qualifying stage of PGA Tour Q-School.

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At GOLF's cover shoot with 7-time U.S. Solheim Cup team member Lexi Thompson, she shared her personal keys for approaching every tee shot.

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Playing smart golf involves more than just having a good swing; it’s about strategic thinking, course management, and mental discipline. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to play smart golf:

1. Develop a Strategic Game Plan

• Know Your Strengths and Weaknesses: Understand your strengths, such as driving accuracy or putting, and use them to your advantage. Identify areas that need improvement and work on them.

• Course Management: Study the layout of the course before you play. Note hazards, pin placements, and the best areas to land your shots. Plan your strategy for each hole based on your strengths and the course's layout.

• Play to Your Capabilities: Avoid taking unnecessary risks. Choose shots and clubs that fit your skill level and comfort zone. For example, if you’re not confident with a driver, consider using a fairway wood or hybrid.

2. Master the Basics

• Focus on Fundamentals: Ensure you have a solid grip, stance, and alignment. Work on maintaining consistency in your swing mechanics to build a reliable game.

PGA Tour officials, including 15-time major champion Tiger Woods, are meeting with representatives from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund in New York on Tuesday.

How to watch the 2024 Procore Championship at Silverado Resort in Napa, Calif., including full Procore Championship TV and streaming info.

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Jason Day took an unfortunate incident involving a "busy" sweater at Augusta National and turned it into big money for charity.

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The R&A's use of Open proceeds to revitalize Lethamhill provides a refreshing gift to Glasgow by reimagining the importance and versatility of a golf course facility.

Charley Hull opens up on her Solheim Cup dreams, why she was "gutted" the first time she made the team, why she's off social media and more.

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Michael Jordan is one of many prominent members at Robert Trent Jones Golf Club, in Virginia, where the Solheim Cup will play out this week.

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The 2024 Solheim Cup begins this week in Gainesville, Va. Here are the U.S. and European rosters, records and bios.

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In preparation for the 2024 Solheim Cup, we paired bits with bobs as the best women pros from the States try (again) to retake the Cup.

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I’ve always been a golfer who thought he preferred the fastest greens possible.

Growing up, fast greens were typically a sign of nicer courses in my area. Did I prefer playing nicer courses with smooth, fast greens? Of course I did. Faster the better, honestly.

“I putt better on fast greens,” I told dozens of people over the years.

But like a lot of other parts of life, age has complicated my once simplistic view of green speeds.

I find myself now yearning for more interesting green complexes—married with reasonable speeds—that make the game more enjoyable for all skill levels.

Give me an honest answer. How long has that old, beat up, sun faded golf bag been in play? 5 years? 10? Even more?! While golfers seem to update their clubs on a regular enough basis as their game progresses, one spot I see neglected and in need of upgrading is the golf bag. Today’s deal saves you a sweet chunk of change on a highly rated cart bag option!

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Key highlights

Performance: The Sub 70 Pro V2 fairway wood was universally praised for its consistent ball flight, impressive forgiveness and excellent distance. Testers noted that the club performs exceptionally well from both the tee and the fairway, offering versatility and reliability across a range of lies and conditions.Aesthetic Appeal: The Pro V2’s sleek, clean design, which merges a classic look with modern touches, was a hit among testers. The club’s appearance not only appeals aesthetically but also inspires confidence at address, a crucial factor for many golfers.Feel and Sound: The fairway wood’s solid feel and pleasing sound at impact were highlighted as major positives, with testers mentioning that these factors contributed significantly to an enjoyable and confidence-boosting playing experience.Value for Money: Testers were impressed by the Pro V2’s performance and build quality, especially given its competitive price. Many felt this fairway wood offers excellent value, making it a strong contender for them against more expensive options in the market.

Aesthetic appeal and first impressions

The Sub 70 Pro V2 fairway wood made a strong impression on the testers right from the moment they unboxed it. The club’s sleek and classic design, combined with high-quality finishes, was immediately noticeable.

JJBack was particularly taken by the Pro V2’s understated yet elegant appearance. He described it as “clean and classic with just the right amount of modern flair.” For him, the simplicity of the design was a major selling point as it avoided the distractions of more flashy clubs while still delivering a contemporary feel.

“The Pro V2 has a very clean look at address. The black finish and simple graphics are exactly what I want in a fairway wood. It looks sharp without being flashy, which really suits my taste.”

This minimalist approach was appreciated by testers who value a traditional look, allowing the performance of the club to speak for itself.

Dcfrench3 echoed this sentiment, noting that the Pro V2’s sleek black finish and minimalist design gave it a professional and confident appearance. He found that this visual appeal was crucial in instilling confidence before taking a shot.

It looks like new Srixon ZX Prototype irons are hitting the PGA Tour. 

Srixon is giving us a sneak peek at its new ZX Prototype irons. According to information provided by Srixon, it’s anticipating “several” of its Tour staff will switch to the new irons this week at the Procore Championship in Napa Valley. The branding indicates the new 2025 irons will be called the Srixon ZXi line. That, however, could change by the time the irons are officially released in January.

For simplicity, we’ll refer to them as ZXi.

These pictures are supplied to us by Srixon as a sort of unofficial tease for the new line. Srixon has been on a two-year life cycle for its signature forged irons and the new ZXi7 and ZXi5 look to be the direct replacements for the current ZX7 and ZX5 MkII irons, which were released in January of 2023.

Srixon ZX Prototype Irons: the ZXi7

If these pictures are an indication, the new ZXi7 is a single-piece forged cavity-back player’s iron. Like its predecessor, the ZXi7 features “Pureframe,” a ridge forged into the cavity to add extra mass at the sweet spot. The biggest difference we can see between the ZX7 and the new ZXi7 is that the mass appears slightly larger and more pronounced in the new model.

It’s been roughly a year and a half since PXG released its first golf ball. As 2024 rounds into the home stretch, PXG’s first Xtreme Tour ball is being replaced with a pair of new offerings.

It should go without saying that adding a second ball (Xtreme Tour X) to the lineup provides greater opportunity to fit golfers and, if nothing else, increases the odds you’ll find a PXG ball to your liking.

Same, not the same

As with most golf ball releases, some things have changed while others have stayed the same.

The same (mostly) is the 338-dimple cover that carries on with the new models. It’s common to both balls and, notably, the Kirkland Signature V3. If nothing else, that last bit serves as your clue that the balls are produced by the same SM Parker factory.

I’ve mentioned it before but it’s worth repeating: neither of the two new balls is a rebranded Kirkland. Both models are unique to PXG.