Apex 19 hybrid

[Z1ggy16]

I didn't think it could be done but I think this thing might kick the 818h2 out of the bag. I love how adjustable the 818 is but it was never incredible performance wise, but it feels solid like an iron and gave me a pretty good flight when I turned it down to 18*. I primarily use hybrid off the tee as I just don't find myself in situations where I'm going for greens 220+ out. Too much trouble or the slow people in front won't get off the damn green.

 

I demo'ed the Apex 19 in 20* vs the 818 turned up to 19.75* and I couldn't believe how much ball speed Apex was getting. Normally I'm a 143 ball speed with 4200 spin or something on my hybrid but Apex was seeing 148mph ball speed with less spin than 818 was on that monitor. With my TP5X I think I could crack 150.

 

All in all, 818 was carrying around 225-30-ish rolling to 240 but Apex was getting out to 250 with about 240 carry. Topped out at 253. Jailbreak is legit it seems.


 

Don't adjust your screen, yes I golf backwards.

 

[BearQ]

New apex hybrid hasn't been as well received as I thought it would. Even on tour it seems everyone stuck to the previous model. The added MOI is a plus. Its hard for me to get excited for ball speed increases in hybrid. Ive always wanted to hit a number in that spot in the bag, not go far. Especially if it creeps up to my fairway wood and too far past my 4-iron. Ive also heard it feels quite tingy/metallic compared to the solid beloved feel of the previous model.

 

I also applaud Cally for offering to bend the apex hybrids flat if you so desire and they are already relatively flat to begin with!

[kiw1982]

Yeah. New Apex is legit.

Older Apex is also legit. haha.

[Z1ggy16]

My guess would be they stuck with it because it's predictable and dialed in. They don't likely use it like I would... they probably want to hit exact distances to reach tough par 5 greens. It's definitely leaving a little large of a gap between the 4i but I'm okay with it because my 4i is usually the longest club I ever find myself hitting into par 5 greens if I am even able to go for it.

 

Once I lower my HC there is 1 course by me that has 7000 yard tees in which I will probably need the hybrid, and then some.

 

 

[danman44]

I saw another thread discussing the non available 2hybrid for leftys.. I found if you go onto Callaway website and click custom shafts the 2hybrid magically appears. I ordered one on Wednesday and I havent had a message from Callaway saying they dont have it.. so I have fingers crossed

[Golf64]

A lot of ppl. have trouble 'hooking' hybrids. There are 3 out there that seem to help with this problem. Titleist 818, Apex19 and Ping G410. All great looking and feeling hybrids!

[Z1ggy16]

> @danman44 said:

> I saw another thread discussing the non available 2hybrid for leftys.. I found if you go onto Callaway website and click custom shafts the 2hybrid magically appears. I ordered one on Wednesday and I havent had a message from Callaway saying they dont have it.. so I have fingers crossed

 

Oh dang really? Interesting.

[danman44]

yep.. I ordered it with px evenflow blue 5.5 got a feeling its going to be a rocket

[danman44]

got an update from Callaway.. indeed the 2hybrid is avaliable for leftys in custom order however its 18 degrees. Bombs away

[Lip1337]

Im really struggling to Hit a Bad Shot with the Apex 19! So far so good

[Z1ggy16]

Honestly might not even need a 3w if the 20* was going 250 in the air for me. 18* I'd expect to carry around 258 and roll to 265 or so. I'd have to carry a 3+ probably but at that point... I won't even need a driver basically.

 

Then the issue becomes the yeeewjjj gap I'd be leaving between the 18* Apex and my 4i (around a 210 carry, roll to 215 or so). Being that long at the top of the bag means I might be forced to carry a traditional 3i or even an like an Apex in 22* that can carry around 225 and drop a wedge, which I don't really want to do.

 

In all honesty if I truly got the 18* to carry 255+, then I'd just drop the 3w and play a high launch 5w to get me the ~225 carry range, then the 4i gaps nicely. I rarely need to hit into a par 5 that's longer than 250. Heck... rarely ever longer than 225.

[G-Bone]

Apex 19 knocked out my trust XR Pro's that have been with me for five years I believe.

 

Apex was straighter, slightly longer and significantly more forgiving. All that and 'no left!'

[mizunoMX25]

I hit it yesterday and it almost had too little spin for my game. No hooks but just flat bombs that rolled forever.

[gmacgolfer78]

tried them today with the stock shaft - they were amazing. Set up perfect and long. a 2 / 4 combo would replace my 3 wood and 3 iron no problem

[steveoly32]

I have one in 20* with the stock 6.0 shaft and so far really like it. I couldn't hit the older Apex hybrid well but really dug the XR Pro. The '19 Apex is longer and more forgiving that the XR 16.

[youngunz5840]

I have a 18* and 23 * with evenflow black on the way. First hybrid I can draw and not hook and goes straight on most shots. Has a good soft yet springy feel for me.

[Jawyman29]

I got the 20* with the Rogue black shaft. Fills the gap perfectly between 4 iron and 3 wood. Hits it long and high and have not hit one left, yet.

[tigerfan23]

18 and 23 enroute

 

 

[Z1ggy16]

Yeah what was weird was how nice the stock shaft was. Normally I really make most S flex shafts feel a bit loose (normally use X) but the stock S was very nice feeling and not much different from my X flex Aldila Tour Blue. Even the slightly lighter weight didn't seem to be an issue. Would be a tough call buying bone stock with a glued hosel. I don't have a puller so if I did want a change, I'm looking at a fee to get the head pulled.

 

 

[Bunkersarebigcups]

The H2 just looks a hundred times better down by the ball. And I say that as an absolute Apex hybrid fan

[Z1ggy16]

IMo they look pretty similar, with basically the biggest difference other than color scheme is the Apex toe is higher, making it seem more iron-like. Overall, I felt it wasn't extremely noticeable. I also thought the Apex felt a little "better", which I attribute mainly to sound.

 

I'm hitting the 818h2 pretty good though so I'm not ready to switch. Unless I start having issues or suddenly find I need an extra 10 yards out of it, I'll likely save my $$ for more lessons.

[BearQ]

> @kgeorge78 said:

> probably the best hybrid Ive ever used - the stock shaft is fine feels great. 18 and 23 enroute

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Enjoy the clubs

 

[danman44]

been using my 18degree apex off the tee a lot this week.. averaging 245

[cardoustie]

The feel of the gen 1 is better for me

[gsrjc]

I heard these spin a ton. Is that true?

[uflorida1]

I play the first iteration of apex hybrid and I like it but certainly not as hot as others out there.. hoping this one of a touch spicier

[Z1ggy16]

> @gsrjc said:

> I heard these spin a ton. Is that true?

 

Not from what I saw.

[BearQ]

> @gsrjc said:

> I heard these spin a ton. Is that true?

 

I’ve heard and seen exact opposite only...

From txg as well

 

Where’d you hear they spin a lot. That’s 100% swing flaw or misfit club. One of the lowest spin hybrid heads.

 

[Ryan5508]

The 19 feels very solid at impact vs the older apex. There is an increase of ball speed and distance as well at the same loft. Mine is a very consistent club especially off a tee.

[tanker44]

> @Ryan5508 said:

> The 19 feels very solid at impact vs the older apex. There is an increase of ball speed and distance as well at the same loft. Mine is a very consistent club especially off a tee.

 

I agree. I went to a 5 wood at start of season thinking that would solve my hybrid illness. Then I hit the 3 HY 20* and it sets up so incredibly perfect. I am a 2 handicap and have fought with hybrids but these fly the distances w/ out hot spots and are workable. I ordered the 2 HY 18* as well. I'm going drop a wedge to 54/60 and just carry three wedges. I may not hit the 3w/2HY/3HY every round however those gaps are where my opportunities are - my wedge play is stronger than the top of the bag. If I see big numbers on the card its a forced tee ball on a moderate length hole where a runner 240 hybrid would be perfect. Or a long par 3/4 where wind has me trying to juice a long iron, etc. I am in mid-atlantic and the course have been wet for years and the wind is always howling.

 

Last comment - my Driver SS is about 105 and I have a slower/deliberate transition and these stock shafts fit perfect. Nice mid flex with enough control in the butt and head. Highly recommend.