Hybrids

SIM Max is the latest in a long line of award-winning TaylorMade hybrids and it’s powerful, forgiving and good looking.

We love the mid-width head shape, it sits really square at address, and unlike some its chalk and charcoal cosmetics gives a really friendly and forgiving look. SIM Max was our longest hybrid of 2020 (average carry 226 yards), so it’s an excellent option for club golfers looking to replace long and mid irons.

A 16-yard carry drop-off (7%) was under our test average, too, which also tells us SIM Max offers a great blend of power and, crucially, forgiveness.

We loved the lively feel off the Ping G410’s fast face, and how the aerodynamic turbulators and face grooves focus attention on the back of the ball at address.

Like a lot of Ping equipment right now, the G410 is a really solid option. our thinking is backed up by a second longest carry in our test (222 yards v the 226-yard taylorMade SIM Max) and how G410 was our joint highest flying hybrid, which means shots drop out of the sky and stop on a green from distance.

Even though the Cobra Speedzone gave up 12 yards of carry against our longest hybrid, and 2.4% forgiveness (carry drop-off) over our very best, we still feel this is an excellent hybrid option for 2020.

Our test pro said the cute little head shape was everything club golfers need in a hybrid.

Simple crown graphics create a cup shape behind the ball, which really inspires confidence. Face grooves stop short of going the whole way across the face (which focuses attention on the impact location) and we love the matt black crown.

A very fair price for a lovely hybrid, too.