Callaway Epic Flash Fairway Woods Review | Standard & Sub Zero

[@RealJohnMc]

Your content is so refreshing compared to the other KZbin golf channels. Thanks for everything and keep up the good work!

[@shaunm80]

Video Idea for TXG: If memory serves me, I believe Ian answered a question during a live Q&A where he suggested to use a lower lofted 3 wood off the tee as driver replacement instead of cutting down a driver shaft. I think it would be awesome to test out super hot 3 woods and turning down the loft as far as possible and comparing those shots to driver shots. Ideal test would be at different swing speeds to see what swing speed group would benefit most from such a bag composition. Like this comment if you agree!!!!!

[@ianfrasergolf]

Shaun Matai great idea Shawn!!

[@paulsholtis805]

Got fit for the Sub Zero on Friday with Chris at TXG. This video is making it really hard to wait for it to be built...can't wait to swing it. Another great video from you all. Thanks for the information and education you provide

[@nicholasolson3862]

Great informational videos. I went to my local fitter this past week to get fit for the Epic Flash Sub Zero Driver and 3 Wood thanks to the great information in your videos. I picked up 2 MPH in head Speed and 10 MPH in ball speed, up to 170! The videos provide all of the information I needed to see in order to convince me to take a look at the product! Thanks for the great content, keep it up!

[@Goathockey10]

Came here to say I’m absolutely loving mine!!! With an even flow green I carry it around 275 off the tee and 255 off the fairway and for me that’s unheard of with a wood.

[@qnpmh]

ALWAYS PLEASURE WATCHING TXG VLOGS; AWESOME DATA!!!

[@glennwiebe5128]

Seeing Ian a little bit befuddled was worth the price of admission! It needs no saying but Matty is no mere mortal. Wow! It sure would be nice to have access to such toys to work out the kinks. Living vicariously through you two. Great video!

[@-TroyStory-]

I just got fitted for G410 LST 14.5 3 wood... w/ a hybrid shaft. =) picked up 7 yds of carry and dispersion was INSANELY tight over the 3 wood shaft from the same mfctr' as the hybrid shaft i went with in the end. Finished length was 40.5"! I talked the fitter into trying it and she was blown away with the results hahaha !

[@InsuranceSpecialist]

I have this 3wood in the sz with a fuji pro 95x. Absolutely a 👹! best I've ever had or hit. To the point I don't even try any other fairway. Great review and I concur 👍

[@Rick102667]

I tried m6, epic flash, cobra f9, Titleist TS2, Ping g410 3 wood, all very good. For me I hit the Ping the best and I liked the feeling of the Ping better out of all of them. So the G410 is what I went with.

[@MXJEFF94]

And that's all that matters.

[@fredlist7091]

Thursday's fairway wood fitting is going to be a workout! So many options! Thanks guys!

[@austinlauer1910]

I really like the flash sz. I'm gaming it right now. You guys are right that it's easy to hit off the deck. I decided to put the 14g in the back to get a little more dialed in distance wise.

[@mikecook8059]

So glad these are at least as good as the G410 because I hate looking down at one!!! Great review guys!!! Quality info for everyone involved!

[@nasrullah3698]

I think you should do another video comparing a fitted G410 LST vs fitted Epic Flash Sub Zero 3 wood. Flash was giving better ball speeds since Matty was swinging it a bit faster compared to the LST. LST was giving off better efficiency as well. Hope to hear from you guys soon. Keep it up!

[@Hutchps]

Found TXG last week and have watched several of your videos... really great stuff! In all honesty, can't stop watching them....I've been gaming a full set of Nakashima for years and am ready to get fit again. Piecing together shafts, fairway, drivers and blades has my head spinning but will continue watch and learn, thank you! Epic Flash 3w is now on my radar! Do you have a video that illustrates spin rates for each club? Cheers

[@wmbishop22]

After seeing the performance of Ping G400 LST in Matt’s hands, was curious to see his delivery numbers and strike point. In one of your fitting videos could you show viewers how your thinking goes for adjusting outcomes with heads, shafts, grips, etc. and what golfers should be asking to get better results with equipment purchases or adjustments? Thanks again and keep up the great video content.

[@parnopsiripornpak428]

For real? I had to re-read the title just to be sure that it's a 3 wood. Great video.

[@scotty_teee4226]

Recently had the Callaway fitting day and I absolutely loved the sub zero driver and fairway. The driver sounds very similar to my g400 max, which surprised me but I can't argue against the performance. Knocked that little extra spin off that gave me some great numbers. And that's against the driver that I already really feel comfortable with. The apex hybrid is also fantastic. That will definitely knock my M3 hybrid out of the bag. I think Callaway have nailed it this year and the only thing for me is the sound of the driver, which I personally don't have a complaint with but I can tell some people won't like it. I'm looking forward to Matty getting dialed in with all these and see what makes the bag

[@davidlambert6849]

I agree with,Ian!! 300 yard carry 3 wood,we are all against it. Unless,Matty is our best ball partner.

[@ArmyGolfBC]

Another beauty guys! I freaking adore my Flash SZ 3 wood/IZ-7x combo. A true game changer for me with its ease of use, killer speed, and perfect flight. For me it has a serious "straight bias" as well.

[@ianstyring9602]

I have the same set-up but the Rogue SZ. Is the Flash a lot better?

[@ArmyGolfBC]

I didn't spend a ton of time with the Rogue stuff. I jumped from 816 Alpha 3 wood to Epic Flash - and the improvements are noticeable on every shot.

[@joshheiden4332]

What are the criteria you typically look for when deciding to put a player in a 4 wood loft (16.5-17) vs 3 wood loft (14.5-16)?

[@clubchampionmedia]

Need for more launch/spin, either for yardage gapping, distance, ball flight stability, etc. Some players may actually get more distance from a 4 wood if they can't launch a 3 wood high enough

[@erichicks6713]

I went with flash sz driver and 3+ wood. The 3 wood is unbelievable. I was more excited about that than the driver

[@mightyzorro]

On the sub zero model, if you put the moveable weight to the back, to get it launching higher&spinning less, but then deloft it to 14 degrees to negate the distance loss by moving the weight to the back, isnt that best of both worlds?

[@jaimebavis4543]

Think I just found the next club I'm getting fitted for! Love the content guys, keep it up!

[@DivineStyleGaming]

Had to compare the club head speed of this and g410lst manually, swing speed was around 3-4 mph higher would explain the difference in ballspeed. Would love to have seen a same day comparison

[@robbiewhite323]

174.5 ball speed, 330 total.... I can hear Feherty saying “he has absolutely mangled it.”

[@jminisci]

Have you guys testing the standard Epic Flash 3+. Callaway always builds that for better players and seems to be quite popular on tour.

[@golf007sd2]

Callaway has all the bases covered....very impressive performance on all their equipment for 2019. At this stage of the game, it is going to come down, from my perspective, what equipment manufacture a player prefers: Callaway, TaylorMade, Cobra, Titleist, Ping, Mizuno all perform so close to one another, that a player cannot really go wrong...and you guys haven't even address what PXG or Honma Golf have up their sleeve.

[@JuanRodriguez-wk7mm]

Great video guys! How do these distances translate to the course for you during testing? For me i find that i am not as aggressive with my swing on the course when the shot matters and i lose a bit of distance. Do you see similar results not only with your own testing but with fitting others?

[@zacharymilos392]

410 LST vs Flash SZ vs F9 Tour is going to be a monster video. Hopefully you guys have that one in the works.

[@LeprechaunGinger]

Glad to see Matty crushing the ball properly and also love seeing him tee the ball up for that performance. Everyone should hit their 3 wood 330. Good lord man stay out of the gym!

[@wallstreetoneil]

With a 174.5mph ball speed, 12 degrees launch & 1800 spin, Henrik Stenson may actually finally switch 3woods. You are also not going to see a lot of Drivers being played at the US or British Open if those numbers are now possible with a 43" 3 wood

[@jasonswan9183]

Great vid guys. I’m a Mizuno guy myself and keen to see what comes with the fairway woods. Matty, every time you say you are going to fade one in, you seem to absolutely rip it. Ever considered playing with a fade? Awesome stuff guys 🇦🇺👍⛳️

[@jaredfernandez1990]

As a mere mortal I agree with you Ian. #3WoodShouldntFly300

[@DexterBoots09]

If you bought the strong 3 wood and adjusted the loft to 15 degrees. Would it make it flatter or more upright than a standard 15 degree 3 wood?

[@jessewaddell5510]

When mentioning the st190 fairway, did you mean the regular, or the TS version being open and a spin reducer?

[@ianfrasergolf]

Jesse Waddell TS Version

[@duffymoon5912]

I suppose I’d better go for a epic flash 3 wood fitting as I don’t use (can’t hit) driver.

[@IMon503]

Hi Ian, hope you had a good festive period. Does the callaway neck work similar to the titleist and can you change the lie angle independently of the loft on the callaway??

[@EvalHellBF3]

Great video again guys, top notch content 👍🏻

[@ericherring3321]

Great Content again boys!

[@jamesjohnson6816]

Love that sound. Sounds so solid. Defs sounds better than the big brother. 🤙🏽😎

[@matthewpriestley7202]

I wouldn’t have expected Matty to like a 65g shaft but it looks like those who don’t struggle with over the top can go light as you like ;)

[@serveitup911]

Great video as always! How much of the extra ball speed over the G410 LST do you think came from this shaft being 65 grams vs 85 grams in the Ping?

[@clubchampionmedia]

Could've been a factor, but also tested on a different day so swing delivery likely wasn't identical

[@ksillin]

Do you think the g410 or sub zero fairway sits flatter on lie angle

[@ianfrasergolf]

ksillin G410 I think

[@robertbrown8425]

How does the "Flash" compare to the prior EPIC version? The paintwork on my "old" EPIC drivers and 3 wood are barely dry, and here is the next generation that go further and straighter and sounds better and and and... Am I wasting time and money (fitting) and money purchasing the new generation, or should I look to get a Rogue version at now discounted prices (here in the UK)? I hear you gentlemen mention suiting the "better" player, and I certainly don't live on Mount Olympus or inhabit anything like it's rarefied atmosphere. Then I hear mention of the ST190 Mizuno the M5 and Titleist and I'm going round and round in ever decreasing circles. How much better really is Flash over the current model/s?. A recent very candid review of CF 16 to CF 19, agreed improvements exist, but were marginal over current (my CF16 are barely 18 months old,) and a golfer rationalising a 20% price hike, for the marginal improvement would or should struggle. Help please!

[@ianfrasergolf]

robert brown Rogue was definitely better then Epic but Epic Flash has the best of both worlds. The “value” option is Rogue.

[@jasoncarter7565]

Would you recommend the sub zero as a driver replacement for a mid handicapper. As have always struggled with drivers. Currently using 917 f2. Also use it off the tee as well.

[@joshcotton4452]

Maybe have lesson or two with driver? I struggled for years but after about 4 lessons it's now a really reliable club. IMO

[@jasoncarter7565]

Yeah did think that but hit my 3 wood well and straight. Just wondered if a stronger 3 wood like this would work also.

[@joshcotton4452]

It maybe would work but it's harder to hit off deck if you think of it as mini driver then would need 2 woods. It's an idea

[@natebuyze4368]

Ian and Matt, Awesome videos as always! I noticed you said that callaway drivers have retained ball speed well over the past few years on low strikes. What new or recent drivers retain ball speed on high strikes? I rarely visit the bottom half of my driver.

[@dciccoritti]

EvenFlow Black 15g heavier? Really nice ball flight on these fairway woods 👍

[@jballoregon]

Looking at the AoA numbers. Matt seems to be slightly up with the 3 wood off the deck. I've noticed with my gamer (orginal epic) I'm about 2up, but when testing the G410 (same loft, length) I was closer to .8 up...which is obviously a better number. Do you feel this is a shaft lead deflection issue, or is there something in head DNA that will produce better AoA with fairway woods off the deck? I presume lie has an element to AoA too.

[@clubchampionmedia]

Lead deflection difference based on head weight or balance is possible, also possible the launch monitor was reading your attack angle differently due to the shape of the clubheads

[@stlc3415]

Awesome review and content...

[@JamesThompson-zl2sk]

Interesting video Ian do you think they is much difference to Rogue sub zero apart from adjustability

[@clubchampionmedia]

Probably not a massive difference aside from the adjustability (although that is a great addition)

[@kevinfouquierii6732]

Can you please tell me how much this shaft was tipped before installed into the 3 wood?

[@son21387]

Can you guys please do a video where you compare different models for a brand golf manufacturer? Example: Test Callaway Epic Sub Zero 3 wood, Callaway Roge Sub zero 3 wood, and Callaway Epic Flash Sub zero 3 wood!

[@Chadly643]

I tested the 5 wood in this line last week. I hit it too good! It didn’t fill my gap as it was just soo much longer than my 4 iron, nearly as long as my 3 wood. How would you combat this issue in a fitting?

[@scottsimpson3551]

7 wood

[@realyahtzee]

Do you guys know what the head weights for each of these are?

[@GQ-ry1vp]

Help! I've just lost my 7 iron. I cannot find an exact replacement online. Would you guys recommend I get a new set of irons or just buy a used 7 iron with the same loft as the one I lost?

[@ianfrasergolf]

george quinonez what type of 7 iron is it?

[@GQ-ry1vp]

@@ianfrasergolf thank you for responding. It is a taylormade sldr 7 iron with a kbs tour 90 shaft.

[@TTT-Turbo]

Hey Ian, have u guys ever tested the 5wood sub zero. Thanks.

[@Nitroscion]

Great test guys. I just realized, I'm at a point where I know Matt's numbers better then my own. Does anyone else have that problem? :(

[@banditbaker1675]

OMG, is that thing Legal! That's it I'm going on Matty's BigMac Diet Plan!!!!!!!

[@golf007sd2]

I second the BigMac Diet....just make sure you get the apple pies too :P

[@banditbaker1675]

@@golf007sd2 Nice! Thanks for the advice that will definitely work LOL

[@Lurksz]

Hey guys, what kind of fitting adapters are you using?

[@TTT-Turbo]

Great video again guys. Have U tried the cobra tour head 3 wood yet. Can't recall seeing it if you have. Ian

[@clubchampionmedia]

Not yet but hopefully soon!

[@TTT-Turbo]

@@clubchampionmedia nice 1 guys. Looking forward to seeing your views on both the normal & the tour 3 wood.

[@jonathanbalangon9671]

Did Matt have the heavy weight in the back or front of the sz? Thanks

[@raginasianinvasion]

ST-190 was great off the tee for me but very difficult to launch consistently off the deck, may have been the wave technology getting in my head with that huge cutaway on the bottom but I just found it more difficult to get consistency with. The M5 and Epic Flash gave me the best numbers out of all the new 3 woods but my CBX still came out on top 💯 Awesome video guys!

[@kmaloy2278]

Are you guys going to review the tour edge cbx or cbx 119 fairway woods or hybrids?

[@clubchampionmedia]

If Tour Edge ever decides to send us them, then we will

[@theandersson55]

So when would this fairway wood be viable for someone to have in the bag when it basically performs like a driver and there's only a 10 yard difference in carry?

[@clubchampionmedia]

We would look to have a bit more stabilizing spin if we actually fit this club to give better dispersion, more consistent distance control and a more usable yardage gap. This video was more to just show the characteristics of the heads, it would be up to the fitter to use them as tools to give a player the right balance of distance, accuracy, control, etc. that they need.

[@phiily7golf]

Matty, grass tee that on the course. It will be perfect.

[@TTT-Turbo]

Hey, did U ever do a fitting with this club on Matt.

[@ericroy9703]

Is the sub zero the 15 degree or the 13.5?

[@gregwayne6785]

Matt’s bag got a bit lighter. 3 wd, wedge, putter ought to do it.

[@stevevetovich6771]

Another great, "high IQ" club breakdown. In your testing did you prefer this to the Cobra F9 fairway ?? I'm interested in these 2 but my main concern is ease of launch and forgiveness. I watch all of your videos, truly top-shelf.

[@Aaronfps2]

What’s the epic flash hybrid like ?

[@MrSphillipst]

Mizuno ST woods coming? Thanks guys!

[@clubchampionmedia]

Yup!

[@justinstephenson9360]

170mph ball speed, 11-12 degree launch, 2500 rpm spin - that is a driver. We now have the odd situation where irons are getting stronger in loft and what is now a 7i is really a 6i and we woods going the other way where a 3w is producing the ball flight, spin and launch characteristics of a driver. What next a 5w that plays like a 3w? A 19 degree hybrid that plays like a 5w (actually I think we already have that!)

[@clubchampionmedia]

Outlines the importance of getting fit for sure, performance of a lot of clubs is geared towards distance but if fit properly players can get the right balance of distance, consistency and yardage gapping

[@coltongibson9081]

Is Matt using the Super Speed system, or is this the product of working out? He has gained 7-10 mph easily.

[@chriselerick5674]

Colton Gibson i think he said combo of working out, but also getting comfortable with swing changes and swinging more confidently

[@chriselerick5674]

174 ball speed on a 3w????? that’s craziness. i much preferred tm m6 3w in my testing vs standard flash.

[@clubchampionmedia]

Looking forward to testing taylormade's 2019 woods for sure!

[@djjdhay]

What is the shaft length ?

[@peterrod16]

Would love to see another gaping session with matty in june. No need for a driver when the 3 wood goes 300+

[@brandanbutchart2248]

You need to do a fitting for callaway

[@golf007sd2]

Trackman is truly best suit, in my humble opinion, better for outdoors ball distance results once you have been properly fitted. It lacks the ability to show where on the club face you make contact. In addition, when fitting is done out doors, you are hitting range balls vs ones you would play with. Moreover, outdoor conditions will effect balls spin, direction of travel, etc etc given weather conditions. There is a reason so many high qualified fitters, such as TXG, usE CG Quad.

[@mitchma9027]

true spec or club champion, which is a better place to get fit

[@golf007sd2]

They are both great companies. Just make sure the fitting facility uses the GC Quad. In addition, have your fitting done with a ball you like the most.

[@mitchma9027]

@@golf007sd2 What if they use trackman? is trackman inaccurate indoor?

[@wardjohnson590]

Hi guys I love your channel and have been watching for quite awhile. How can I get signed up and scheduled for a club fitting with you?

[@clubchampionmedia]

Feel free to give us a call or email: txg.ca/locations-contact/

[@TC-ps9sd]

When you guys get excited, I know it's not just hype. My only input is that I have difficulty relating to Matty's speed. I know that you need to have a consistent swinger in order to draw conclusions/comparisons, but there are high single digit handicappers with slower swing speeds who are consistent ball strikers. I've forwarded your tests to a few of my friends that discount the results due to Matt's abilities. Matty's a top 2% player!

[@beto5.020]

How is Matt getting faster? Is it with super speed training ??

[@clubchampionmedia]

Lessons/gym routine

[@johnnymullins1346]

Maybe my new 3wood next year

[@pekkalaaksonen8384]

Wow!

[@phoenixkarma1118]

Wow, that was awesome! Would Matty need to consider the 5w for better gapping?

[@clubchampionmedia]

Probably, we would want to have a bit less distance through less ball speed and/or a bit more spin

[@djjdhay]

What is the flex and weight of the shaft used ?

[@NA_Hemi]

Why don't you use the stock shafts that the rest of us would use

[@chrisfreitag2603]

This is criminal. Rocket launcher Matt hitting a 3 wood, 300 plus yards off the deck and it’s not yet fully optimized. Yikes. For us mere mortals, can you please spare 50 - 75 yards? Are you eating at a special McDonald’s that we don’t know about. Well done.

[@austinlauer1910]

🤣🤣 need Matty to do a US vs Canada McDonald's comparison now. I'm pretty sure they don't have that lol

[@golf007sd2]

Golf manufacturers have, without question, stepped up their shaft selection for the golfer. Ian said it just a few videos ago, "a stock shaft' just might be all you need. The key is, having yourself fitted will surely answer which one to go with. Hence, do not pick without knowing which is best for you.

[@sebastiannachilly500]

You will have to rip my TS3 4 wood with my Speeder 857TR out of my cold, dead, hands

[@golf007sd2]

I love my TS3 3--wood. I have always enjoyed the manner in which Titleist does things.

[@billryan8707]

Gentlemen please. Listen carefully. I Luv your stuff However it now has become useless for 99% of us mortals what Matty does is of no use to us players at large he is more powerful than most pros So i fail to see how moving forward as much as it is very impressive WOW Factor +++ Matthieu you make us feel. Inadequate and sad But still happy for you you will get old and you WILL SEE LOL🏌🏼‍♂️⛳️🇨🇦✌🏻😩. Will still watch and hope for a fountain of youth 💪💪

[@clubchampionmedia]

Bill, whether or not a player has the same ball speed as the viewer doesn't change what's been established in the test: ball speed relative to other fairway woods, performance on mishits, launch and spin profile of each head, ease of use of the deck, looks, sound, feel, etc. Whether a player swings at 80mph or 120mph, those observable and measurable characteristics are going to show up and allow us to make a relevant video. We will be (and have already started) integrating slower swing testing into our video schedule, but viewers need to understand how difficult it is to get relevant and consistent data from a player when the cameras are rolling. Not even to mention the logistical issues of involving a third person in our filming schedule on a regular basis.

[@billryan8707]

Ian Matty is better then the robots and I do get it however MAT is an anomaly to say the least please do not take me wrong I luv it all but can feel so inadequate watching such easy power he shows Much Appreciation for your work

[@timothydaniels504]

This may sound strange, but, even as a senior golfer, I find Matt’s swing and his results very instructive. I could watch that simple, powerful swing all day long. Of course his numbers are off the charts but they do indicate the inherent characteristics of each club. Being able to watch a consistent ball striker test these clubs and have Ian talk about what’s going on is invaluable, especially if you’re thinking about parting with some hard earned dollars.

[@golf007sd2]

LMFAO....Bill wait tell you are at a driving range and see pros hit balls. At my local driving range, the fence is 275 yards down range and it is about 35-45' high. I have seen pro's hit shots that fly over it. The entire range hitters stop hitting and surround such a golfer in amazement.

[@albertoy4]

it’s a big swing with monster numbers for sure. but watch that swing all day long?? no thanks