Every golfer needs a hybrid (or two) in their bag in my opinion.
Why?
Because they are one of the most, if not the most, versatile club that you can carry to make the game a little easier. Whether you’re on a long par 3, a tough second shot on a par 4, or want to attack a par five in two, hitting a hybrid can help you a ton.
Unlike long irons, they’re easy to hit, launch high, are very forgiving, and most importantly, inspire confidence. Not to mention, you can even use them from the rough and even around the green too for some crafty short game shots too.
But as I’m sure you know, not all hybrids are created equal. In this post, we’ll review some of the most popular in the golf world to see if they’re right for you – the Titleist TSi hybrids.
Keep reading to learn more about the three versions of these rescue clubs to learn how they can help your golf game.
Titleist TSi Hybrid Review
If you read our review of the Titleist TSi drivers, you know we love these clubs. They’re possibly the best-looking line of clubs thanks to their all black, simple design. But they also have tons of incredible technology in the head and shaft to make them more than just eye candy.
The same can be said for their hybrids. Like the TSi fairway woods and driver line, they are a great all around golf club with tons of features too.
Let’s dive into what makes these clubs such a great fit for all types of players.
Features of the Titleist TSi Hybrids
While there are three different options to choose from, they do all have some common features as well, including:
Performance-Tuned Adjustability
Unlike some hybrids, these clubs all have a Surefit hosel that allows you to adjust the loft and lie to 16 different positions. This will help you find the right ball flight and can help offset a natural slice or draw that you might have.
Whether you want to set it to a draw, neutral, or fade, there is a setting for it. Plus, you can adjust the loft so you can gap them perfectly with your longest wood and iron. That way, you won’t have any huge distance gaps in your long game and are prepared for any shot you might face on the golf course.
SureFit CG Track Technology
To really separate themselves from competitors, these hybrids have a second layer of adjustability with the Surefit CG Track Technology. This allows you to change the weight and adjust the CG to the toe, heel, or leave it in a neutral position. Ultimately, you’ll have a club that will glide through the turf and feel amazing at impact.
Forged Fast Face
Speed is the name of the game. The higher your ball speed, the more distance you can get from any club in the bag.
These Titleist hybrids are very fast thanks to the Carpenter 455 forged face. These are the fastest clubs offered from them yet, which make them even longer and easier to hit.
Custom Shafts
While the clubhead itself is impressive, don’t forget about the amazing shafts, either. They didn’t just make a great club, they offered an impressive line of stock shafts in the TSi2 & TSi3 (only one shaft available in the TSi1).
Now, let’s break down what differentiates the three models…
Titleist TSi1 Hybrid
Similar to their TSi1 driver, this is the most forgiving hybrid of the bunch.
The TSi1 has the largest clubhead of the three and is made for players who need maximum distance and forgiveness. Shot shaping is not a huge priority with this club as they are designed for higher handicaps golfers.
This model is more like a small fairway wood than a long iron, and great for players with moderate swing speeds. It’s also the lightest of the three clubs and has a deep and low CG to optimize launch.
Meaning, even if you don’t produce a ton of natural clubhead speed, this club will help you out. The CG is there to help launch it higher and provides plenty of stability across the face. This helps with mishits by still keeping the ball speed high, even on less than perfect shots.
This is the highest launching hybrid from Titleist and available in a variety of lofts including: 20 degrees (4H), 23 (5H), 26 (GH) and 29 (7H).
With lofts this high, they’re more than just a hybrid, but an iron replacement (all the way to your 7 iron). So if you struggle with irons and love hybrids, you can put a lot of these in your bags for great results.
Finally, it comes with an Aldila Ascent shaft designed for higher launch (and only weighs 40 or 50 grams).
Titleist TSi 2 Hybrid
The second option from Titleist is the TSi 2 hybrid. This club is less forgiving than the previous model and does allow more shot making capabilities thanks to a smaller head design.
Titleist refers to this club as one for “Players with a sweeping delivery seeking a forgiving long iron replacement.”
It’s the hybrid that will perform best for most mid-level golfers. It’s just as forgiving as it is playable, so you get the best of both worlds.
One notable difference from the TSi1 hybrid are the four stock options you get to choose from. Here is a breakdown of each to help you better understand which one is right for your swing.
- Mitsubishi KURO Kage Black: This shaft is available in 55 or 65 gram weights in both regular and stiff shafts. The launch is mid-high and the highest of the four available.
- Mitsubishi TENSEI AV Raw Blue: This shaft is heavier, which makes the launch lower, as it’s considered “mid-launch.” You can get this in 65 or 75 gram weight in R, S, or X-flex.
- HZRDUS Smoke Black RDX: This has been a staple shaft in their long irons and hybrids for a few years, and it’s a great option for skilled players. It’s a low-mid launch and available in heavier shafts of 80 or 90 grams (only S and X flex).
- Mitsubishi TENSEI AV Raw White: Finally, this shaft is the lowest launching of the four and also the heaviest. You can get this one in 80 or 90 grams (which helps keep the ball flight lower) and only available in S or X flex. Stay away from this one unless you have plenty of natural swing speed!
If you’re overwhelmed with the selection of stock shafts and aren’t sure which to choose, here are two things to think about:
- Play the same flex as your irons. But use additional weight so it’s a smooth transition from hitting hybrids to irons.
- When picking a hybrid shaft, have it be 10 grams more than your fairway woods. For example, my driver shaft is 70 grams, my 3 wood is 80 grams, and my hybrid is 90 grams. If you already play one of these shafts in your woods, it makes it even easier to choose as well.
Titleist TSi 3 Hybrid
Rounding out the options from Titleist is the TSi3, which is made for the most advanced golfers. This is the smallest of the three hybrid designs and geared for players who want maximum shot shaping capabilities. It has the lowest spin and offers mid-launch characteristics.
Titleist refers to this club as a “iron-like hybrid” as you can flight it at different levels and work the ball both ways. Plus, it has Surefit CG track technology and you can adjust the hosel to cater it exactly to your needs. It also boasts the same impressive four shaft choices as the TSi2.
The one downside is that it’s only available in 18 or 20 degrees (in both right and left-hand options). It’s basically meant to replace your 5-wood or 2 iron, as they assume that advanced players won’t need a hybrid with additional loft. Instead, they will usually play a long iron or driving iron.
Overall, this is a great option for skilled golfers and easy to see why top players on the PGA Tour love this golf club.
Optional: Titleist Utility Irons
While there are three great choices in their line of hybrids, they do have some incredible utility irons as well. Both are smaller than their hybrids and can easily be hit from the turf or off a tee.
With this lineup, they updated from the previous year’s U510 and now offer two new designs.
You can choose from these two selections:
- Titleist U505 Utility Iron: This is the more forgiving option and resembles more of a driving iron than a traditional long iron. Titleist calls it the “Do It All Utility” club as you can hit it off the tee, fairway, and rough. It has a high launch and is available in four lofts (16, 18, 20, and 22). That’s right, you can play this as a 1-iron!
- Titleist T200 Utility Iron: This is the option for better players with more consistent swings. If you don’t want a hybrid to replace your 4 iron, this is a great fit. You can choose from 17, 20, or 22 degree loft options.
Both clubs offer three excellent stock shafts as well, including the HZRDUS Smoke Black and Graphite Design Tour AD. Similar to the hybrids, these are heavier shafts that range between 80 – 96 grams, so it’s a smooth transition to your regular iron shafts.
Paired with your hybrids, these can make your long game substantially better overnight! I replaced my 5-wood with a TSi3 hybrid and a standard 4 iron with a U505 and have been beyond impressed with the results.
You longer have to fear your long irons with these amazing choices from Titleist!
Choosing the Right Hybrid For Your Game
What’s great about Titleist is that they offer something for every type of golfer. They have a huge selection of drivers that is nearly identical with their hybrid choices.
There are four Titleist TSi drivers (TSi1, TSi2, TSi3, and TSi4) and a similar setup with hybrids. They offer the TSi1, TSi2, and TSi3 so if you play one of those specific drivers, it’s pretty easy to know which hybrid is best suited for your game.
For example, if you play the TSi1 driver, buy the same hybrid. The only side note is that if you play the TSi4 driver, the TSi3 hybrid is your best fit. They’re a great addition to your bag and pair beautifully with their drivers and fairway woods.
Final Thoughts on Titleist Hybrids
If you need to add a hybrid to your game or upgrade your existing ones, these are a phenomenal choice. I would argue that they are the best looking and highest performing hybrid offered from any club manufacturer today.
They’re easy to hit, have a sleek design, and have a model for every type of golfer. Plus, you can tinker with the loft, lie, and CG in a way that other hybrids don’t allow. The result is a club that feels like it’s custom fit for your game.
If you’re a higher handicap player who needs distance and forgiveness above all else, opt for the TSi1. If you’re a mid-handicap golfer and need some forgiveness but also some workability, opt for the TSi2.
Finally, if you’re a low handicap or scratch golfer, opt for the TSi3. It’s more compact clubhead is great to shape shots and attack long par 3’s or par 5’s in two.
Don’t forget, the shaft is just as important as the clubhead that you choose. The shafts should be the same flex as the rest of your bag, but 10 grams heavier than your fairway woods.
You really can’t go wrong with these Titleist hybrids, and I bet your long game will be better than ever.
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