Replace long irons with a hybrid?

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I was having trouble getting out the ruff yesterday with my woods. I never use my 4 and 5 irons as I don't hit them well. If I wanted to get a hybrid which ones would I get and would they/it help me get out of the ruff?

stinkinggenius2003 · Accepted Answer

I've replaced all my long irons with hybrids 

and I love them and they are great from the rough

M V · Answer

You should be able to hit a 5-iron.  Practice.  To replace the 4 and 3 iron, look at a 20 degree hybrid, perhaps 22 degree.  I have the Callaway Heavenwood 20 degree and it rocks.  Many companies make great hybrids, so don't be afraid to carry a couple.  One of the best golfers I know carries two.

green_lantern66 · Answer

The short answer is, get the hybrid lofts that replace your 4 and 5 irons.  Hybrids are made with longer shafts than irons- this is why they hit farther than their counterparts.  Having a more forgiving head helps, but longer shafts aren't a neccessity.  

Yes, they'd help- the heads are a little heavier- couple that with the wide soles and you'll be able to plow through the thick stuff with more ease.

The Jeff · Answer

Most TOUR Pros don't even carry a 3-iron anymore-get a hybrid!
Round-sole or V-shaped soles are better for hitting out of the rough (such as Taylormade's Raylor or Bobby Jones' Hybrid); flat-soled hybrids are better off the fairway (such as Adams Idea Pro series).

SHAQBLACK · Answer

DEFINATLY!! get hybrids, as they are easier to hit, and are much easier to hit out of the rough. unless you are under a 10 index, dont carry higher than a 6 iron

outlaq_19 · Answer

Right now I am problems with my woods.  the last couple holes that I played, I was only using my 3 hybrid.  

Since you will be buying them individually, get one and try it out.

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