JW's Adams DHy review

[nova6868]

Shaft is 85 grams.

[Marks23]

Can anyone comment on the sound the club produces?

[halfsumo]

Played around with one at Golfsmith yesterday. Looks awesome at address. I owned a super hybrid last year and the weight on the bottom came loose and I would have to tighten it every so often as it would rattle. There was also a gob of glue in the bottom slot and it would collect dirt and grass and I couldn't get it out. First thing I noticed when picking up the DHY was that the weight on the back of the club was loose! I was like, "Come on Adams, tighten up your game...." I would probably get one, but the lack of quality (I've heard other stories as well) makes me hesitate. Minor issues, I know, but I am very reluctant to ever pay full price for anything Adams.

I'll probably get one soon, though, haha.

[nova6868]

[quote name='Marks23' timestamp='1373224570' post='7403636']
Can anyone comment on the sound the club produces?
[/quote]

I find the sound and feel to be quite soft.

[Dizz]

[quote name='halfsumo' timestamp='1373226096' post='7403718']
Played around with one at Golfsmith yesterday. Looks awesome at address. I owned a super hybrid last year and the weight on the bottom came loose and I would have to tighten it every so often as it would rattle. There was also a gob of glue in the bottom slot and it would collect dirt and grass and I couldn't get it out. First thing I noticed when picking up the DHY was that the weight on the back of the club was loose! I was like, "Come on Adams, tighten up your game...." I would probably get one, but the lack of quality (I've heard other stories as well) makes me hesitate. Minor issues, I know, but I am very reluctant to ever pay full price for anything Adams.

I'll probably get one soon, though, haha.
[/quote]

I own two of them and hit them quite a bit with no issues with the weight in the back.

[Dizz]

[quote name='nova6868' timestamp='1373226584' post='7403752']
[quote name='Marks23' timestamp='1373224570' post='7403636']
Can anyone comment on the sound the club produces?
[/quote]

I find the sound and feel to be quite soft.
[/quote]

I wanna call it a muted thwack...

[tomg1969]

Hey JW, how would compare distance and forgiveness to a GI iron? Say a G25 4 iron vs the DHy 24*?
Think I might want to give one of these a go, but would be great to hear your thoughts on a direct comparison with a GI iron.

[Dizz]

[quote name='tomg1969' timestamp='1373227803' post='7403820']
Hey JW, how would compare distance and forgiveness to a GI iron? Say a G25 4 iron vs the DHy 24*?
Think I might want to give one of these a go, but would be great to hear your thoughts on a direct comparison with a GI iron.
[/quote]

I think it depends on the player... For a high spin player I think DHy will go further because its so low spin compared to a normal GI iron design. Forgiveness for me is negligible but if you really miss toe side I think a GI or SGI is gonna be more forgiving. I much prefer the sole and offset of the DHy though... It's really a great club.

Looks like an iron, performs like a hybrid, ball speed of a 4/5 wood and the efficiency of a driver. Very unique club.

[tomg1969]

Thanks JW

[halfsumo]

[quote name='J.W.' timestamp='1373227332' post='7403792']
[quote name='halfsumo' timestamp='1373226096' post='7403718']
Played around with one at Golfsmith yesterday. Looks awesome at address. I owned a super hybrid last year and the weight on the bottom came loose and I would have to tighten it every so often as it would rattle. There was also a gob of glue in the bottom slot and it would collect dirt and grass and I couldn't get it out. First thing I noticed when picking up the DHY was that the weight on the back of the club was loose! I was like, "Come on Adams, tighten up your game...." I would probably get one, but the lack of quality (I've heard other stories as well) makes me hesitate. Minor issues, I know, but I am very reluctant to ever pay full price for anything Adams.

I'll probably get one soon, though, haha.
[/quote]

I own two of them and hit them quite a bit with no issues with the weight in the back.
[/quote]

....and I just bought one. Got a 25% discount from retail which is exactly what I needed to pull the trigger. Whoohooo!

[bjno1300]

3333, on 17 June 2013 - 12:39 PM, said:
JW,

What is your driver SS??? My driver SS is 105 and I'm wondering if I'm on that fine line of bagging the x flex. You said you initially tested the S flex and actually ordered the X flex. How does this particular shaft play to flex. Is the S a soft S or does it play to a true S flex.

To all of the other members, any input would help.

Thanks!!!

Any follow up on this as I would be interested to know as well?


Me too anybody comment

[coreyl]

[quote name='J.W.' timestamp='1373227367' post='7403796']
[quote name='nova6868' timestamp='1373226584' post='7403752']
[quote name='Marks23' timestamp='1373224570' post='7403636']
Can anyone comment on the sound the club produces?
[/quote]

I find the sound and feel to be quite soft.
[/quote]

I wanna call it a muted thwack...
[/quote]

i second this...i dont think it sounds much different than some of the GI irons out there

[Dizz]

[quote name='bjno1300' timestamp='1373235294' post='7404454']
3333, on 17 June 2013 - 12:39 PM, said:
JW,

What is your driver SS??? My driver SS is 105 and I'm wondering if I'm on that fine line of bagging the x flex. You said you initially tested the S flex and actually ordered the X flex. How does this particular shaft play to flex. Is the S a soft S or does it play to a true S flex.

To all of the other members, any input would help.

Thanks!!!

Any follow up on this as I would be interested to know as well?


Me too anybody comment
[/quote]

My driver ball speed is 160-167 depending on the day, my back that day, my swing that day, etc. I hate going strictly by speed numbers for club fitting that's why I didn't address the question the first few times I read it because I don't think a lot of people truly know their swing speed. I see so many guys posing they have 110-115 mph speed but hit 6 iron 180 yards.... Sorry if that seems harsh.

There are NOT that many guys out there that truly swing 110+ with the driver. My driver speed is 108-114 or so.

How about this... if you fly 7 iron over 175 yards you're absolutely in X. If you fly your under 165 yards you are more than likely stiff flex. IF you are between 165-175 it depends on a million factors... the loft of your 7 iron (LOL), your tempo, your current flight, your preferred flight, etc etc etc.

[J13]

"Looks like an iron, performs like a hybrid, ball speed of a 4/5 wood and the efficiency of a driver. Very unique club."

That about sums it up.

[matchavez]

[quote name='J.W.' timestamp='1373247616' post='7405660']
[quote name='bjno1300' timestamp='1373235294' post='7404454']
3333, on 17 June 2013 - 12:39 PM, said:
JW,

What is your driver SS??? My driver SS is 105 and I'm wondering if I'm on that fine line of bagging the x flex. You said you initially tested the S flex and actually ordered the X flex. How does this particular shaft play to flex. Is the S a soft S or does it play to a true S flex.

To all of the other members, any input would help.

Thanks!!!

Any follow up on this as I would be interested to know as well?


Me too anybody comment
[/quote]

My driver ball speed is 160-167 depending on the day, my back that day, my swing that day, etc. I hate going strictly by speed numbers for club fitting that's why I didn't address the question the first few times I read it because I don't think a lot of people truly know their swing speed. I see so many guys posing they have 110-115 mph speed but hit 6 iron 180 yards.... Sorry if that seems harsh.

There are NOT that many guys out there that truly swing 110+ with the driver. My driver speed is 108-114 or so.

How about this... if you fly 7 iron over 175 yards you're absolutely in X. If you fly your under 165 yards you are more than likely stiff flex. IF you are between 165-175 it depends on a million factors... the loft of your 7 iron (LOL), your tempo, your current flight, your preferred flight, etc etc etc.
[/quote]

You and I are exactly alike for speeds. It's a complete "tweener" situation. I went with stiff, and my driver speed is in that same zone -- 108-113. I did so because the flex of the club lets me play it smoothly. It has a much higher flight profile compared to my 4i with a c-taper S / 120 that's a little stiffer than anything "off the rack". I could play an X, but I like the way the ball lands. My hybrid is a lower flight and more roll, so this gives me a good option from 215-230 to not have a huge rollout.

[Dizz]

[quote name='matchavez' timestamp='1373250837' post='7406094']
[quote name='J.W.' timestamp='1373247616' post='7405660']
[quote name='bjno1300' timestamp='1373235294' post='7404454']
3333, on 17 June 2013 - 12:39 PM, said:
JW,

What is your driver SS??? My driver SS is 105 and I'm wondering if I'm on that fine line of bagging the x flex. You said you initially tested the S flex and actually ordered the X flex. How does this particular shaft play to flex. Is the S a soft S or does it play to a true S flex.

To all of the other members, any input would help.

Thanks!!!

Any follow up on this as I would be interested to know as well?


Me too anybody comment
[/quote]

My driver ball speed is 160-167 depending on the day, my back that day, my swing that day, etc. I hate going strictly by speed numbers for club fitting that's why I didn't address the question the first few times I read it because I don't think a lot of people truly know their swing speed. I see so many guys posing they have 110-115 mph speed but hit 6 iron 180 yards.... Sorry if that seems harsh.

There are NOT that many guys out there that truly swing 110+ with the driver. My driver speed is 108-114 or so.

How about this... if you fly 7 iron over 175 yards you're absolutely in X. If you fly your under 165 yards you are more than likely stiff flex. IF you are between 165-175 it depends on a million factors... the loft of your 7 iron (LOL), your tempo, your current flight, your preferred flight, etc etc etc.
[/quote]

You and I are exactly alike for speeds. It's a complete "tweener" situation. I went with stiff, and my driver speed is in that same zone -- 108-113. I did so because the flex of the club lets me play it smoothly. It has a much higher flight profile compared to my 4i with a c-taper S / 120 that's a little stiffer than anything "off the rack". I could play an X, but I like the way the ball lands. My hybrid is a lower flight and more roll, so this gives me a good option from 215-230 to not have a huge rollout.
[/quote]

See this is kinda what I'm talking about though... Your driver SS is 108-113? See I would say true 108-113 would almost always overpower stiff in that shaft. Obviously if you are and you don't then you're an exception. How far do you carry a 7 iron? The driver SS numbers you have from a launch monitor?

This is my opinion but I would say at 108+ it's not a tweener between S and X. I think about 99% of the guys playing on tour are playing X and there quite a few swinging under 108.

[matchavez]

[quote name='J.W.' timestamp='1373254448' post='7406520']
[quote name='matchavez' timestamp='1373250837' post='7406094']
[quote name='J.W.' timestamp='1373247616' post='7405660']
[quote name='bjno1300' timestamp='1373235294' post='7404454']
3333, on 17 June 2013 - 12:39 PM, said:
JW,

What is your driver SS??? My driver SS is 105 and I'm wondering if I'm on that fine line of bagging the x flex. You said you initially tested the S flex and actually ordered the X flex. How does this particular shaft play to flex. Is the S a soft S or does it play to a true S flex.

To all of the other members, any input would help.

Thanks!!!

Any follow up on this as I would be interested to know as well?


Me too anybody comment
[/quote]

My driver ball speed is 160-167 depending on the day, my back that day, my swing that day, etc. I hate going strictly by speed numbers for club fitting that's why I didn't address the question the first few times I read it because I don't think a lot of people truly know their swing speed. I see so many guys posing they have 110-115 mph speed but hit 6 iron 180 yards.... Sorry if that seems harsh.

There are NOT that many guys out there that truly swing 110+ with the driver. My driver speed is 108-114 or so.

How about this... if you fly 7 iron over 175 yards you're absolutely in X. If you fly your under 165 yards you are more than likely stiff flex. IF you are between 165-175 it depends on a million factors... the loft of your 7 iron (LOL), your tempo, your current flight, your preferred flight, etc etc etc.
[/quote]

You and I are exactly alike for speeds. It's a complete "tweener" situation. I went with stiff, and my driver speed is in that same zone -- 108-113. I did so because the flex of the club lets me play it smoothly. It has a much higher flight profile compared to my 4i with a c-taper S / 120 that's a little stiffer than anything "off the rack". I could play an X, but I like the way the ball lands. My hybrid is a lower flight and more roll, so this gives me a good option from 215-230 to not have a huge rollout.
[/quote]

See this is kinda what I'm talking about though... Your driver SS is 108-113? See I would say true 108-113 would almost always overpower stiff in that shaft. Obviously if you are and you don't then you're an exception. How far do you carry a 7 iron? The driver SS numbers you have from a launch monitor?

This is my opinion but I would say at 108+ it's not a tweener between S and X. I think about 99% of the guys playing on tour are playing X and there quite a few swinging under 108.
[/quote]

My 7i is at 172 right now. I usually play it to about 166-169. Can I hit it 185? Yes, but not accurately.

And I am an exception; I'm still trying to pin it down, but I could play an X in it. Maybe I'll switch, but for the moment, I'm happy with the performance. If I do anything, I'll go S+, and maybe I'll switch to the Red Tie instead of the White.

[Dizz]

[quote name='matchavez' timestamp='1373255884' post='7406650']
[quote name='J.W.' timestamp='1373254448' post='7406520']
[quote name='matchavez' timestamp='1373250837' post='7406094']
[quote name='J.W.' timestamp='1373247616' post='7405660']
[quote name='bjno1300' timestamp='1373235294' post='7404454']
3333, on 17 June 2013 - 12:39 PM, said:
JW,

What is your driver SS??? My driver SS is 105 and I'm wondering if I'm on that fine line of bagging the x flex. You said you initially tested the S flex and actually ordered the X flex. How does this particular shaft play to flex. Is the S a soft S or does it play to a true S flex.

To all of the other members, any input would help.

Thanks!!!

Any follow up on this as I would be interested to know as well?


Me too anybody comment
[/quote]

My driver ball speed is 160-167 depending on the day, my back that day, my swing that day, etc. I hate going strictly by speed numbers for club fitting that's why I didn't address the question the first few times I read it because I don't think a lot of people truly know their swing speed. I see so many guys posing they have 110-115 mph speed but hit 6 iron 180 yards.... Sorry if that seems harsh.

There are NOT that many guys out there that truly swing 110+ with the driver. My driver speed is 108-114 or so.

How about this... if you fly 7 iron over 175 yards you're absolutely in X. If you fly your under 165 yards you are more than likely stiff flex. IF you are between 165-175 it depends on a million factors... the loft of your 7 iron (LOL), your tempo, your current flight, your preferred flight, etc etc etc.
[/quote]

You and I are exactly alike for speeds. It's a complete "tweener" situation. I went with stiff, and my driver speed is in that same zone -- 108-113. I did so because the flex of the club lets me play it smoothly. It has a much higher flight profile compared to my 4i with a c-taper S / 120 that's a little stiffer than anything "off the rack". I could play an X, but I like the way the ball lands. My hybrid is a lower flight and more roll, so this gives me a good option from 215-230 to not have a huge rollout.
[/quote]

See this is kinda what I'm talking about though... Your driver SS is 108-113? See I would say true 108-113 would almost always overpower stiff in that shaft. Obviously if you are and you don't then you're an exception. How far do you carry a 7 iron? The driver SS numbers you have from a launch monitor?

This is my opinion but I would say at 108+ it's not a tweener between S and X. I think about 99% of the guys playing on tour are playing X and there quite a few swinging under 108.
[/quote]

My 7i is at 172 right now. I usually play it to about 166-169. Can I hit it 185? Yes, but not accurately.

And I am an exception; I'm still trying to pin it down, but I could play an X in it. Maybe I'll switch, but for the moment, I'm happy with the performance. If I do anything, I'll go S+, and maybe I'll switch to the Red Tie instead of the White.
[/quote]

There ya go, you have it totally under control then and that's why it makes fitting a shaft into a flex based on speed alone very difficult. There's a certain element of feel and temp that go into it too. Based on your speeds and distances (which match up) you can absolutely handle X but if you're happy with the flight and feel of the S then by all means enjoy it. For me the X just gives me a little flatter flight that helps... the initial high launch is already there so the flatter, hotter flight helps.

[halfsumo]

Regarding shaft flex. I was in the same dilemma so here was my thought process based on my experience with Matrix shafts:

I am a tweener (7 iron 170, Driver SS 103-105, late-release, fairly quick transition) and the Matrix 7M3 Black Tie in Stiff in my Razr Fit Xtreme driver gave me all I could handle. The Matrix progam shaft in stiff in my Adams Super hybrid from last year was fine, perhaps a bit too spinny, but it is a softer tip shaft. The Matrix X-con 6 stiff in my old Cobra S9-1 Pro driver gave me all I could handle. I play a 63X Whiteboard in my G25 driver just fine, so was tempted to go X in the White Tie but as you can see with my experience I feel like Matrix shafts generally do not play weak to flex.

I ordered a DHy in Stiff flex.

[RainShadow]

Just ordered the 27* from DD's.
Can't wait ! Haven't been this excited about a club in a while. Been struggling w/ my 5 iron a bit recently and was considering a 5 hybrid, but every one I demoed just hit the ball too high.
I play a 20 and 23 G25 hyb. currently, but I tried every 25-27* out here and just couldn't get over the height of the shots.
Tried the DHY and was very impressed. If the 27* works out I'll get a 24* as well.

[Dizz]

I holed my first bunker shot of the year today-- from 212 yards with my 24 degree DHy. These things are truly unbelievable clubs... I played 27 holes today and I hit them as much as I possibly can. I lay up with them on par 5's and hit them off several tees.. anywhere really.

Still waiting for my 3 wood to come in (it actually came today) I took my driver out and played with 21DHy, 24DHy, 5-PW, 52, 59 and putter because I was asked to sub in a men's league tonight and from the white tees the front nine is a fairly short par 35 around 3000 yards. I shot 32... Lol... these are the club of the year in my opinion.

Seriously anybody struggling with long irons or hybrids you owe it to yourself to try these.

[J13]

[quote name='J.W.' timestamp='1373335797' post='7413650']
I holed my first bunker shot of the year today-- from 212 yards with my 24 degree DHy. These things are truly unbelievable clubs... I played 27 holes today and I hit them as much as I possibly can. I lay up with them on par 5's and hit them off several tees.. anywhere really.

Still waiting for my 3 wood to come in (it actually came today) I took my driver out and played with 21DHy, 24DHy, 5-PW, 52, 59 and putter because I was asked to sub in a men's league tonight and from the white tees the front nine is a fairly short par 35 around 3000 yards. I shot 32... Lol... these are the club of the year in my opinion.

Seriously anybody struggling with long irons or hybrids you owe it to yourself to try these.
[/quote]

They truly are some of my favorite clubs in the bag at this point. Off the tee and deck they flat out perform. Adams is truly the king of hybrids.

[CEPick]

Its so ugly its hard to even consider it.

[sanjaygolf]

[quote name='CEPick' timestamp='1373372592' post='7415694']
Its so ugly its hard to even consider it.
[/quote]

Harsh. I'm not really loving the look either but it definitely could've been worse. That paint scheme definitely makes it look slimmer than it really is.

[tyro]

I bought a 21* on JW's recommendation and I'm getting a 24* too. I just love this club. Whether it is off the tee, from the short grass, or nestled in the rough, this thing get the ball up and moving. I don't even carry a 3 wood right now, because there is no point. Oh, and it really is a [u]rescue [/u]club too. I've hit some borderline "swing and a prayer" shots from gnarly lies that have ended up on the green.

As for the SS thing... Last time I checked I was ~100mph and I have the stiff in the DHY. I hit my i20 7 iron 155-160 yds and the stiff feels just right. I don't think these things warrant a reshaft with something boutique. The stock Matrix is a fine match for the head.

I get TONS of comments from people about this club too! The consensus is, "Wow! That is a wild looking club! I love the way it sits at address!" I've sold at least two of these things thus far.

[hayzooos]

[quote name='J13' timestamp='1373336513' post='7413748']
[quote name='J.W.' timestamp='1373335797' post='7413650']
I holed my first bunker shot of the year today-- from 212 yards with my 24 degree DHy. These things are truly unbelievable clubs... I played 27 holes today and I hit them as much as I possibly can. I lay up with them on par 5's and hit them off several tees.. anywhere really.

Still waiting for my 3 wood to come in (it actually came today) I took my driver out and played with 21DHy, 24DHy, 5-PW, 52, 59 and putter because I was asked to sub in a men's league tonight and from the white tees the front nine is a fairly short par 35 around 3000 yards. I shot 32... Lol... these are the club of the year in my opinion.

Seriously anybody struggling with long irons or hybrids you owe it to yourself to try these.
[/quote]

They truly are some of my favorite clubs in the bag at this point. Off the tee and deck they flat out perform. Adams is truly the king of hybrids.
[/quote]

I just got a chance to hit the 18* for the first time last night during a real quick range session. First thought is I need to cut it down a little bit to fit better in my bag (and it felt too long at stock length), but of the handful of times I hit it, great club.

I've been loving my 16* XHP hybrid, but it may have to come out of the bag to make room for this guy.

[CT1]

Tyro, can I ask you how far you are hitting the 21 degree? Weighing decision on 18 or 21. 18 can't be too much more difficult to hit than 21 I would hope. Thanks in advance.

[whileweareyoung]

[quote name='jedc' timestamp='1372272523' post='7329044']
Has anyone picked up the 27*? I'm in the market for a new iron set and thinking this may be the way to go for a 5-iron replacement. I really like my A12 Pro 20* and 23* so I think the DHY would slot nicely after those. Then I could do 6-Pw to complete the irons. Also how is everyone liking the stock shaft; how does it feel flex wise?
[/quote]


I have ordered a 27 Dhy and plan on trying exactly what you mention....... Irons to 6 iron, hope the 27 Dhy works for 5 iron replacement and than build from there.

Currently I have a Ping K15 27, 23 and 20 hybrid make up, if Dhy 27 works, get the 24 and than find a solid fairway wood from turf to replace the K15s.

Should be here this week, will advise and post review after a few rounds

[J13]

[quote name='hayzooos' timestamp='1373381843' post='7416752']
[quote name='J13' timestamp='1373336513' post='7413748']
[quote name='J.W.' timestamp='1373335797' post='7413650']
I holed my first bunker shot of the year today-- from 212 yards with my 24 degree DHy. These things are truly unbelievable clubs... I played 27 holes today and I hit them as much as I possibly can. I lay up with them on par 5's and hit them off several tees.. anywhere really.

Still waiting for my 3 wood to come in (it actually came today) I took my driver out and played with 21DHy, 24DHy, 5-PW, 52, 59 and putter because I was asked to sub in a men's league tonight and from the white tees the front nine is a fairly short par 35 around 3000 yards. I shot 32... Lol... these are the club of the year in my opinion.

Seriously anybody struggling with long irons or hybrids you owe it to yourself to try these.
[/quote]

They truly are some of my favorite clubs in the bag at this point. Off the tee and deck they flat out perform. Adams is truly the king of hybrids.
[/quote]

I just got a chance to hit the 18* for the first time last night during a real quick range session. First thought is I need to cut it down a little bit to fit better in my bag (and it felt too long at stock length), but of the handful of times I hit it, great club.

I've been loving my 16* XHP hybrid, but it may have to come out of the bag to make room for this guy.
[/quote]

The Xutility is a great stick but not as forgiving as the DHY. I also think the DHY is better out of the rough.

[hayzooos]

[quote name='J13' timestamp='1373389924' post='7417802']
[quote name='hayzooos' timestamp='1373381843' post='7416752']
[quote name='J13' timestamp='1373336513' post='7413748']
[quote name='J.W.' timestamp='1373335797' post='7413650']
I holed my first bunker shot of the year today-- from 212 yards with my 24 degree DHy. These things are truly unbelievable clubs... I played 27 holes today and I hit them as much as I possibly can. I lay up with them on par 5's and hit them off several tees.. anywhere really.

Still waiting for my 3 wood to come in (it actually came today) I took my driver out and played with 21DHy, 24DHy, 5-PW, 52, 59 and putter because I was asked to sub in a men's league tonight and from the white tees the front nine is a fairly short par 35 around 3000 yards. I shot 32... Lol... these are the club of the year in my opinion.

Seriously anybody struggling with long irons or hybrids you owe it to yourself to try these.
[/quote]

They truly are some of my favorite clubs in the bag at this point. Off the tee and deck they flat out perform. Adams is truly the king of hybrids.
[/quote]

I just got a chance to hit the 18* for the first time last night during a real quick range session. First thought is I need to cut it down a little bit to fit better in my bag (and it felt too long at stock length), but of the handful of times I hit it, great club.

I've been loving my 16* XHP hybrid, but it may have to come out of the bag to make room for this guy.
[/quote]

The Xutility is a great stick but not as forgiving as the DHY. I also think the DHY is better out of the rough.
[/quote]

Agreed. I've been hitting the X Utility wonderfully off a tee, but haven't been having much success with it when the fairways are firmer. I just shortened the DHy to 39.5" (0.75" under) which should fit better between the 4 iron at 38.5" and the 16* XHP at 41.25".