Wood Vs Iron??

Question

I have a 3 wood which I hit 235, then jump to a 3 Iron which I hit (sometimes) 200, if I get a 5 wood or 7 wood, is that better for distance and control, should I replace my 3 Iron??

Answer 1

That's a huge gap. From 235 to 200.

You can slow down that swing on the 3 wood to get a shorter distance but if you have space in your bag for a 5 wood then carry that! Going from 5 wood to 3 iron or hybrid is a good step down (maybe 1 1/2 club)

Lately I've been carrying a Driver, 3wood, 7wood and 4 hybrid. There's a gap between the 3 wood and 7 wood but I'm comfortable with the distance control with the 3 wood and can hit the 7 wood a long way if I need to.

I'm going to experiment and drop the 7 wood and carry a 3 hybrid which will give me more of a softer landing I believe.

Answer 2

You have a big gap between 235 yards and 190 (cause you only hit the 3 iron 200 sometimes). I don't think you can replace the 3 iron - that will just create a larger gap, but you need something to hit 210 or 220. I would go with a five wood, or maybe a 1 or 2 hybrid.

Answer 3

GuitaristJJ is right on this one I'm affraid. The reason there is a difference between the two for you and not for players who like long irons is this: A fariway wood and a hybrid club work the same way. The clubheads are large and heavy as compared to that little 3i or 2i blade. This makes the clubs easier to hit the ball with and "more forgiving" on shots that aren't solid. The 5w also is easier to swing and gets the ball up in the air faster. The way the club is weighted and the length of the club make it easier to swing through. They also work inspite of some players minor swing flaws. The reason so many people have switched to a 4-wood or three woods and a hybrid setup in their bag is just as such. However, the reason so many have not is the exact same reason. The fact is that a 2i or a 3i you can do so much with. With a wood or a hybrid you can hit the ball straight and far. Good for you, not for me. Not for any long player. A 2iron or a 3iron are essential for long players because they are so much easier to shape shots with. Example, to hit a predictable cutshot or a slanting fade with a 5 wood I first have to move the ball back in my stance, then I have to open the clubface a little, now I have to turn my stance to where I want the fade to start and on top of all of that I have to swing along my footline. Sounds possible right? This is because a wood is more forgiving or it dissipates energy outside of momentum better than a long iron. But it also means that I have to adjust my swing dramatically to shape the shot. Now if instead I hit a 2iron, I have to aim the clubhead at the target, open my stance and not let my wrists roll over. Which one sounds easier to pull off consistently? 5 wood is a good club but it's not for everybody. Tiger Woods plays a 5wood when he plays on straight courses where he wants to have ideal yardage approach shots. The rest of the time it's a 2i instead. Jack Nicklaus played a 1 iron. A 1 IRON!!! That's where we get the phrase "Only God and Jack Nicklaus can hit a 1 iron." But he only had 2 wedges so there were his priorities. The moral is that clubs work differently for different players. What you see is not what I see and vice versa. You may want all your shots to be straight. Or you may want to play spin on all of your shots there is a club designed to facilitate either of both methods so it is what works for you.

Answer 4

2 and 3 iron are the hardest clubs to hit in golf. I would go with a 5 wood to fill the gap. a seven wood will leave you still at 180-200

Answer 5

i don't think it would be better for the distance because 3 iron is harder than 5 and 7 iron and you would get more distance with your 3 iron. i am not sure but you shouldn't replace your 3 iron maybe you could have more distance with 5 wood but you cannot know without trying. however i think first you should practice more, is it the best you can do with 3 iron? always try harder.

Answer 6

I now carry a 3 wood and 2 hybrid which took place of my 5 wood

Answer 7

I'd get a 2iron hybrid. That should fill the gap plus is easy to hit. I've had a lot of success with players using the Adams Idea Pro hybrid.

Answer 8

The wood should be better. You might also want to try a 3 hybrid.

Answer 9

I had the same issue and resolved it by purchasing a #2 hybrid. This is a very versatile club, and has filled the distance gap nicely.

Answer 10

Yep, throw the 3 iron in the trash, you will never miss it.