Available specs:
Lofts: 17*, 19*, 21*, 24*
Shafts: Mitsubishi Rayon Diamana 'Ahina and Kai'li for Titleist (other options available via custom order from Titleist)
As tested: 21*, 'Ahina stiff-flex shaft
PROS: Larger than last years 909, SureFit Tour adjustability, hot face, great distance off the deck or the tee
CONS: Black face wears with use, SureFit Tour wrench is not included with hybrid or fairway woods
OVERALL: A worthy upgrade over the 909, and a great replacement for your ailing 3, 4 and even 5 iron(s)
MyGolfConcierge.net Review:
A model-line refresh did not overlook the hybrids at Titleist. The 'made-for' shafts are very good, the feel and sound are exceptional, and the option for SureFit adjustment make the 910H a solid performer and replacement for your long irons.
Address:
The 910H inspires confidence at address. The toe of the club is a little more square than the 909, which aids in squaring the ball in the center of the face. It's subtle, but natural. In the configuration I tested, the black 'Ahina shaft blended into the black SureFit hosel and ran uninterrupted into the black crown and face. I am really starting to prefer this look, because of the great contrast between the white ball and black face. The Adams I recently reviewed executed this concept very well, and the 910H does too.
Face/Sole:
This is one of the most attractive Titleist woods to date. The black face, although it will wear with use, is a work of art. Aside from a weight screw, the sole is no-frills, as is the face
Performance
To me, hybrids and rescue clubs were never accurate tools that facilitated scoring opportunities. They were crutches that I used when I was not hitting a 3-wood well, or a just a long club with a flat sole that I could really punch out of the rough with. My favorite shot with these clubs is one where I take my hands back to 9 o'clock, hold the release a bit, and hit a 160 yard slight fade that would put me within a sand wedge of the green. The 910 has changed that. I found the 21* model to be incredibly accurate and forgiving with an 80% swing and 200 yards in. To ensure this club wasn't a range queen, I played a few balls from a 180 yard approach on my favorite par 5 at my club...one that has a large oak tree about 100 yards in front of the green...meaning that not only would I have to get the ball in the air, I needed to carry about 120 to ensure I wasn't punching one out from under a tree branch. The 910 performed wonderfully. I could dial in the ball flight by opening or closing my stance slightly, which translated into a really nice running draw or a fade that actually would check up and stop. It's the first club longer than a 6-iron that I have had true confidence with. I would imagine that the shaft had something to do with it, as Titleist claims that the stock offerings are no longer the junk they sold as 'made for' in last years models. The "blueboard" in my 909 was an absolute joke, and before the club met its demise on craigslist I put a 3 iron steel shaft in it, to no avail. It was just not a quality club by any stretch. Again, the 910 changes that entirely by offering a quality shaft and consistent performance.
SureFit Tour Adjustability
I'd really love to write about the SureFit Tour hosel that offers 16 settings of adjustability for loft/lie, but Titleist does not include a wrench with the hybrids or the woods. Its a shame, because I feel like I only have half the story with this club. When I asked the guys in the pro shop, they told me that when the shipment of 910 gear arrived, they were only given 5 wrenches for the year, and to only include them with the drivers. I am going to scour ebay and try to find one that I can use for testing. But, based on looks alone, the hosel is only slightly fatter than a normal offering, and certainly does not detract from the looks of the club. Again, I am really taking a shine to the black shaft/black hosel/black head/black face look...contrasts very nicely with the ball. I am hoping to review the R11 TP soon to see how a white head matches up. Overall, Titleist gets an A for design.
Overall
More than just a model-line refresh, the 910 Hybrid combines an excellent stock shaft, visually pleasing head and fantastic performance from the tee or off the deck. It should definitely be at the top of your list when you're shopping for your next utility wood.
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