2022 COBRA FORGED TEC IRON REVIEW // Forged Players Distance Iron Testing

[@kylesmith245]

is anyone else literally blown away with how good this guy hits the ball righty.. being a lefty? jesus

[@theeyesurgeon1]

I literally had to goto his instagram to make sure he was a lefty. That swing is seriously insane and it’s righty

[@jacobmccain8082]

Between Matty and now Boucher, I feel like these lefty golfers with great righty swings are just flexing on me everywhere I go lol.

[@frankvuletin8700]

Thinking the exact same thing 😂

[@jojosaute]

Bro i was thinking same thing. I don't like it lol.

[@mjgholfza]

Hahaha! Just do your best with your own swing.

[@nicoluthi6452]

don't know how people can hate on mac but this guy brings some freshness to the game of golf. thanks for that mate

[@26ryder26]

I'd be really curious to see a review of the one length variant of this club. The thought is they've been improving gapping and flight characteristics with each iteration, so I'd love to see if that's actually the case. And based on the specs on their website they actually reverse the lie angle from what standard would be kind of like what Ian was suggesting - the 'long' irons have a more upright lie and it gets progressively flatter through to the wedge. Love the work you guys do!

[@scotthansen4692]

I would love to see something as well around single length.

[@ianlochbihler7822]

Ordered 5-PW in OL. 5-7 in standard lie, 8-PW in 2UP - all bent to 63*. Cobra was willing to send unbuilt and uncut shafts. Installed LA Golf L-Series shafts. Dispersion is tight, distance is solid. Key is to pretend that you have 6 @ 7 iron. They just happen to be different distances.

[@bettendorfjordan]

Mac, it is completely unfair how talented of a golfer you are. The things I've seen you do on this channel but also on your other social media's with slinging the ball just insane amount is nuts. But your telling me you can go to the other side of the ball and be a single digit handicapper?!?!!? Are you kidding me dude? Freaking world class

[@johnk.atchley5079]

I just watched an iron fitting at the new PGA Superstore in Rockville, Maryland done by fitter Chad Stocks. He was working with a young stocky strong man with good swing speed. Chad ended up putting him into these exact Cobra heads with a KBS Tour lite stiff shaft. The client was getting about the same results as Mac's best, ball with one or two even better. His strikes were just a couple of dimples toward the toe as opposed to Mac's being toward the heel. The shaft came out on top of about 8 that were tried. What really caught my attention was that while this 7 iron has a very strong loft of just 29.5 degrees, the hitter got not only remarkable distance but also height plus an outstanding descent angle of over 51 degrees. So the engineering that has gone into designing this club head means the ball will not only go far, but will stop on a dime once it hits the green. And this Cobra 7 iron gave the hitter 30 yards more distance than he could get with his present 7 iron. Impressive. At the end, the hitter purchased the clubs, 5 through gap wedge. Compared with other sets the price was economical. I have been playing classic forged blades Mizuno MP- 67, Mizuno MP-33 and now Chicago Classic (very similar to MP-33) for the past 25 years. But I am now 81 and my 36 degree 7 iron wit a Rifle Lite stiff shaft carries only 130 on a good shot. I have resisted giving up forged blades as a matter of ego and some stubborn idea of purity and art. But the numbers don't lie and these Cobra heads ticked all the boxes, length, height, spin and descent angle. If these Cobra irons and a lighter regular flex shaft can give me back the 150 yard 7 iron carry I had 20 years ago it would be a huge benefit in terms of reaching greens and which tees I can continue to play. So i booked a fitting for Friday. We shall see. May not be able to afford new clubs immediately, but this will definitely show me what I should be playing. Guess its time to open up my mind and evolve.

[@harleydavidson4796]

my forge tec irons come in this thursday and i cant wait!!! i got them with nippon modus tour 120

[@mattgosse2318]

Just ordered these Saturday after my fitment with Dean! Was a great experience, they can't arrive soon enough!

[@mattgosse2318]

After 3 rounds under my belt, I love these irons. Specifically with the added weight of the s400 shafts. They help my swing immensely. Dean is the man!

[@natetaylor4824]

Yes!! Been waiting on this one, not a ton of reviews out there from the big channels.

[@CamMacMastermusic]

Great review. I ordered a set of Forged X. To me “Workability” is way too far overrated. I want my shots to go straight and have the easiest time doing it.

[@BuffaloNickel9]

Absolutely workability ( unintended heavy drawers and slight fades) is exactly what I am looking to avoid!!

[@charlesrohl7635]

I bought e'm as well Cam.🥰

[@MrAhuraMazda]

Cobra Mims are my favorite iron shape. I always had a soft spot for the Mims. They are almost identical to Nike Vapor Pro Combo, which I consider the best shape irons ever. And I game Miuras. Thats how high I regard Cobra Mims; Im hoping these are like then. Mims and Wilson Staff are criminally underrated.

[@scottrivkin3307]

I game the MIMs..got them this year after my brand new Apex fell apart at the end of last yesr and the store let me pic a new set. The MIMS are so much better IMO...im almost now all Cobra..MIM Wedges, supernova putter, Radspeed Driver...just need to replace my callaway epic flash 3 wood and 3 hybrid

[@JohnWalkerCharlotte]

Just got fitted into these irons with the new KBS Tour Lite shafts. I went thinking I would walk out fitted into either the Mizuno Pro 225 or 223. Fitter sneaked this head in and I love this combination. The new KBS Tour Lite was not availble from Mizuno or I still may have ended up with the 225s... who knows. Cannot wait to get my hands on them in a couple of weeks.

[@maximumeffort2718]

Ditto. Tested the 225 as well but in “ blind” hitting the Cobra was feeling better and more forgiving (for me). Very happy with my purchase.

[@sshadow2]

Glad to see TXG review on these great irons! I play the 2020 model and have for 2 years. Got indoor fit for the new 2022s: same specs and build but I personally had better numbers: strike location, peak height, descent angle, etc. with the older model. I also was able to test them outdoors for a day side by side and confirmed the numbers. The new model is more player-type for sure and require more from me: having a slower swing speed could be a factor (85mph 7i). For now, the 2020s remains the better choice for me.

[@TMar1961]

Did you test the TEC or the TEC X?

[@kevinconnolly754]

same here

[@jetdr]

Was never a Cobra Iron fan, until now. This is a good looking Club!!

[@mcnillerandsons7906]

Tested this club and loved it. Even more than Mizuno JPX Forged.

[@charlesrohl7635]

I've switched from the JPX HM's. 🥰

[@77japey]

Good stuff. Would it be difficult to include an at address view of your club reviews in the future?

[@VKBKK]

Really waiting for these forge tec to come to Thailand in 3 months time. Had the gen2 black with AMT S300 black shafts n they are great, forgiving n soft feeling despite it being a cast head then

[@chrishartman5383]

I actually adjusted lie angle on my current set of Ping Gmax irons to be the same from 6-GW. I settled on 63* as that seemed to be the sweet spot for hitting it straight with my 8 iron on the yellow dot. 6 and 7 a bit more upright, then 9/P/G progressively flatter to match. It really helped keep the P/G from going left, and kept the 6 from starting too far right.

[@michaelbyrne5428]

I bought them a month ago and love them. i have to say they are a beautiful iron to hit.

[@dutcheees]

How about a video review on the X version???

[@brianbernstein7754]

Thanks for the great review Ian. Is the Cobra Forged Tec X larger than the standard Forged Tec...or does is just have stronger lofts and more offset?

[@nicolascrescimone]

All of the above

[@stevenrobertson1416]

"I could break 80, single digit handicap" AS A RIGHTY!?!?!? We mortals are calling for your retirement now 🤣 Love these swing speed/handicap specific videos though. Extremely helpful since a lot of this demographic doesn't commit to fitting. Thanks lads!

[@seancook2264]

interesting point on the lie angle. I play my irons 2* flat to ensure a one way miss. One reason I play the G410 in driver for the flat setting. Same thing looking to take out the left side of the course.

[@danielcohen3159]

Great to see this, guys. I'm haven't seen too many reviews of this new line, which surprises me a bit. I have ordered 5 and 6 iron (with Nippon 950 GH R) in these to complement my PXG 0211 STs in 7-PW. Love the reduced offset and compact shape, but with plenty of help with the hollow body and weighting. The slightly rounded sole also works very well for me as a picker - a lot of irons in this category have a wide, flat sole, and it doesn't seem to work for my delivery.

[@markjames4926]

“The hearts of thousands broken as you hit from the wrong side of the ball” never a truer word spoken! Omg.

[@ooojonooo]

Could you guys compare this to the Mizuno Pro 225?

[@MrWubzHD2]

can you guys do a comparison of the LTDx irons vs the forged tec x irons? I don't see anybody on youtube comparing them when I thought they would be the most similar between cobras irons

[@adamw9764]

I have a set of the Cobra Forged King One Length irons (2020 model) I have been messing around with and they are a lot of fun, this new version seems very promising

[@joshuawebb6586]

Good break down. Playing the 2020 version and like a lot about them but they are a bit bulky. Looking forward to giving these a go tomorrow and see if they have made enough improvements to upgrade to them out of the old line

[@xuhanwen97]

Would love if you all could show a photo or two of the comparison of the top line of the club versus more common club

[@dominiquevanvoorhis5162]

Tried these at a recent demo day. Agree with the characterizations of the head size, shape offset. I just found that there was no feedback at all on where I hit it on the face. Pretty darn sure I didn't middle them every swing. Nice irons but not for me.

[@deepee1544]

That's interesting. There was a shot or two in the video when Mac said he didn't know where he hit it.

[@michaelhudson4080]

I have the older model and I really want the new set. Forge tecs for me are just flawless.

[@keithkatz1350]

These should definatley go in Mac's righty bag absolutley an amazing talent great job guys ! Cheers from Norcal

[@keithfinley2939]

Can you bend a 4, 7, pw to 62° as an experiment?

[@johnk.atchley5079]

Freeze the action exactly at 0.10. Nice image of Ian meditating, perhaps on the perfect club.

[@bradyvannest3770]

Idk why, but every time i see Mac... i can't get Wyett Langmore for Ozark out of my mind

[@greatwhite3676]

This cat is so talented. I'm a 5 handicap. Not super long but long enough and this guy hits the same irons i would be hitting with his non dominant side. If i had to give righty Mac a shot or two i would have my hands full.

[@wolfyand1]

These irons look the business. Definitely going to be testing these later in the year when they reach us here in Australia.

[@clintellis8731]

I am very intertested in them. I play older Mizuno MP-64 and Cobra Driver Hypbrid. I feel like i need something with a little more forgivness and a touch more distance. I prefer the slim top line and little to no offset.

[@J_pearce01]

Once I get a little better I’m going to get fit for some irons and these are definitely on the list of clubs I want to test

[@deepee1544]

You should get fit no matter your skill level.

[@J_pearce01]

@@deepee1544 I’ve only been playing a few months so I think my swing will change some over the following months. I’ll go when I can break 90

[@omcg334]

Are these much bulkier in shape than the cobra amp cell pro irons ?

[@Woodsy.CRF450]

Could you please compare these with the MP225’s

[@scottrivkin3307]

Would love to see these against the Cobra King MIM Tours !

[@RPGfitness]

@bryangolf when can we test these?

[@DizzyGoat44]

Traditionally single length irons are supposed to have all on lie cobra adjusts it throughout the set as they say people unknowingly swing fast for the lower lofted clubs but others like Edel and Wishon have the same lie throughout it would be cool to see a review of those. Especially Eden’s as they have a different shaft for lower and higher lofted clubs I would love to see the effect on ball flight as that is a major concern for some who switch over to single length.

[@happyspearo4334]

What happened at the 12:25 mark? Something was wrong with the club and neither of you commented on it. You could see the concern on his face.

[@ianfrasergolf]

Lol, this video was 2 years ago!!! I don’t know what I had for dinner last night never mind something that happened on a video 2 years ago. I watched the 12.25 mark back again, the club looks absolutely fine to me.

[@charlesrohl7635]

Where would you consider the cut off is on the short iron ? 6 or 7 ? I got the 6-gw all 2*up. Somebody told me that these cobra irons(tec x)are a little more on the upright side to begin w/than say the jpx 919 hm's ?

[@Mornerudmangolf]

Hey Gents I love Cobra. I know this might be a long shot but can you guys test the one length hybrids from Cobra. Maybe the Radspeed vs LTDX in the one length hybrids?

[@simmi352]

Wow he can swing right hand too and really good as well 👌

[@duvall408w]

Is this similar to t100 as far as size and shape?I havent got to see the cobra in person. I play the cobra driver and t100s. I want a matching bag.lol Cobra driver is staying in the bag.

[@austinbedford9758]

One lie angle is probably the most golden thing I think I’ve ever heard Ian say, I recently did a gaping session and discovered that I hit the ball the best when my lie angle between my 4 iron and my 50 are 3/4 a degree off from each

[@devonmccalla498]

Are you guys going to demo the tec X irons?

[@gmbsantabarbara]

love the "constant lie angle" idea.

[@wnfakind9197]

I wanna know how these stack up to the Mizuno Pro 225’s

[@lawbinson]

I think Adams had constant lie angles. But, does the effective lie angle change with length?

[@stevebrozowski1823]

I’m still playing Adams UC-10 irons and they aren’t constant/consistent lie angles. No idea about their other lines/series but the for the UC-10, no.

[@austinlauer1910]

Notice Mac is less in to out with the 4 versus PW. I'm the same way. Ian could you explain why?

[@muntjunk-plk3171]

Longer shaft

[@jacobmccain8082]

We need to see a course vlog. Boucher 1 man scramble. 1 shot lefty one righty. Maybe against Barath and Mikey.

[@dzaino1986]

Ryan is exiting the TXG team, as it would appear from yesterday's live. He'll be missed.

[@ianwilson225]

What brand is that long sleeve polo?

[@ohhdanni9422]

his swing is just as good as his lefty swing... how cool

[@crazyluuk]

I would like to know which shoes Boucher is wearing..

[@justgettinby8260]

Goatlane

[@crazyluuk]

@@justgettinby8260 appreciate you

[@whocares3986]

Mac righty vs Mikey righty 9 hole course vlog please.

[@vznyt]

Please make Mac playing a 2 ball scramble one ball righty one ball lefty a video on the channel, that would be so entertaining

[@theeyesurgeon1]

Mac is just a freak athlete

[@clubchampionmedia]

He really is, it’s way more impressive in real life too!!

[@JmacGolf]

Can anyone weigh in on how these are with toe hits?

[@How2HateYT]

I preferred the look of the previous Forged Tec Iron, but they still look good.

[@Crib200]

Mac reppin KRUX polo 🔥 🔥🔥

[@RogueSquidward]

If I come for a fitting, will I leave ambidextrous??? Lol hearing Mac say he breaks 80 off hand hurt.

[@JMSBeale]

Please do a video with single lie-angle iron set...that would be an amazing experiment. Would this be appropriate for hybrids and fairway woods/metals too?

[@seancook2264]

Cobra equivalent of Ping i525? 🤔

[@aaronm3531]

3/4 into the video before I remember he’s NOT right-handed! WOW!

[@aidangriffiths5075]

Tried these in the shop, tbh i wasnt hugely impressed by them, feel or look wise for sure and the performance wasn't a standout.

[@paulbooij7594]

I have titleist blades and was thinking of trading to these for some forgiveness.

[@frankvuletin8700]

I wonder how they compare to the 225 and the new 790’s

[@martyboysation]

better than both

[@adamprice9231]

Makes me sick to watch you button the 4 iron the wrong way round when I can’t even hit my 5 iron in the forged tecs on the right side 😢😂

[@killacamfoo]

I love these

[@theeyesurgeon1]

It doesn’t make any sense that Micah went to these irons when they have real players irons at cobra. His game was getting SO GOOD

[@kevinconnolly754]

have you hit them ? you'll have surely noticed micah is playing with a lot less left turn with the forged tech. i went the same route a year before micah because Callaway have a tendency to go left way to much, some of it is offset and some being lie angles. cobra also have the toe weight to keep it straighter for those of us that have a tendency to overdraw our shots.

[@robh316]

Wow boucher hits it better right handed than matty both got skills

[@brodyconroy3284]

I literally remembered halfway through the video he’s not actually a righty 😂😂😂

[@johnv4866]

I want them

[@DuxEtRex]

Canadian lefty gang gang

[@nickgraham9936]

1 iron golf (single length) do the same lie angle for all of the irons.

[@vntgstks]

Ayo wtf? Isn’t Bouch a Lefty?!

[@peterfebbraio250]

Put it head to head with the 223's.

[@OSS976]

This dude could beat me by lk 15 strokes playing opposite hand… I suck

[@TZOID08]

I love your content but why have a natural lefty demo Right handed clubs? I know Matt is talented but rather see Ian demo right handed clubs.

[@aaronhawkins8922]

Is it just me or is he trying to look like Ricky Fowler?

[@MacBoucherGolf]

Not “trying” to be anyone. I am who I am man.

[@Sid-np3hf]

Ugh, I hate anyone that can both play right handed or left handed!

[@InbredJed82060]

My golfing partner had 2 sets of cobra irons. The heads snapped off both sets. Never buying cobra.

[@patrickbeach5915]

Doesn't sounding a cobra problem if they are snapping

[@InbredJed82060]

@@patrickbeach5915 id agree if he wasnt my 9 year golf partner and never saw the issue with any other brand

[@patrickbeach5915]

Still craziness. Never owned cobra irons myself