Alpha is the little company that could, and we’re happy to have a few more clubs for review. Normally a big player on the Long Drivers of America (LDA) circuit, Alpha introduced two new hybrids this year: the RX and the V5. We won’t see the big boys swinging these off the tee in the long drive tournaments, but you might see them pop up in bags of both high and low handicappers at your local club.
Don’t dismiss these clubs because they aren’t from TaylorMade or Titleist. Golf Digest mentioned the Alpha C830.2 (reviewed here last October) in their Hot List last year. Long-time readers will remember that I was surprised at the quality of the C830.2, but even the stellar driver could not temper my wonder at Alpha’s first foray into the hybrid market. After all, they’re known for their drivers, but hybrids are another beast entirely.
After a bit of testing, I’m happy to say that their hybrids match the level set by their drivers. Read on for more…
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