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Stealth

Stealth 2 HD

### Product Description


The TaylorMade Stealth 2 HD Hybrid bridges the gap between long irons and fairway woods, ideal for golfers who struggle with long irons or desire more forgiveness from their fairway woods. Key features include a large head design with a low-profile construction, which inspires confidence at address and offers a bigger sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits. The low-profile design contributes to a lower center of gravity (CG). This lower CG promotes a higher launch angle for more distance and better carry off the fairway or tee box. Despite its distance potential, the Stealth 2 HD Hybrid prioritizes playability. The larger clubhead size and lower CG can help launch the ball on a more controlled flight for stopping power on the green, especially when compared to a long iron. 

**Perfect club for:** A mid-high handicap golfer looking for complete forgiveness on longer shots into greens.


### Key features include:

- **Inverted Cone Technology:** Variable face thickness engineered to maximize ball speed across the face while maintaining conformance and improving durability in each individual hybrid.

- **Higher Launch:** A slightly larger overall profile with a low and deep CG promotes a high launch with easier playability for a wide range of golfers. 

- **V Steel Sole Design:** This TaylorMade technology stays true to its heritage by improving turf interaction and versatility.

- **Twist Face:** Helps golfers overcome inherent mis-hit tendencies for straighter shots.

- **Thru-Slot Speed Pocket:** Engineered to maximize ball speeds and produce additional forgiveness on low-face strikes.




### Top competitors comparison: the [Callaway Mavrik Max Hybrid](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/golf/clubs/hybrids/callaway/mavrik-max-7/l297025) and the [Titleist TSR2 Hybrid](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/golf/clubs/hybrids/titleist/tsr2-3/l323024)


Similar to the Stealth 2 HD Hybrid, the Callaway Mavrik Max Hybrid prioritizes forgiveness and high launch for golfers who struggle with long irons. It features a large head design with a forgiving sweet spot. Additionally, the Mavrik Max utilizes Callaway's Jailbreak Technology, which incorporates internal bars to stiffen the clubhead at impact. The Titleist TSR2 Hybrid offers a compelling alternative for golfers who desire a blend of performance, forgiveness, and adjustability. It features a larger head size for confidence at address and a forged L-face insert designed for a responsive feel at impact. Additionally, the TSR2 boasts Titleist's SureFit Adjustable CG Track System, which allows golfers to fine-tune launch angle and trajectory.

### Progression:

The TaylorMade Stealth 2 HD Hybrid takes the core forgiveness concept of the SIM 2 Max Hybrid and refines it for more distance and adjustability. Here's a breakdown of the progression and key improvements:

**TaylorMade SIM 2 Max Hybrid (2022):**

- Features a higher center of gravity (CG) due to the head design and weight distribution. 
- Does not have an adjustable loft sleeve.
- Incorporates V Steel technology in the sole for improved turf interaction.
- Offers a larger head size compared to the Stealth 2 HD.

**TaylorMade Stealth 2 HD Hybrid (2023):**

The Stealth 2 HD Hybrid builds upon the forgiveness foundation of the SIM 2 Max Hybrid with advancements in launch performance, forgiveness improvements, and a more streamlined design:

- **Lower Center of Gravity (CG):** Achieves a lower CG in the Stealth 2 HD compared to the SIM 2 Max, contributing to a higher launch angle and better carry off the fairway or tee box.
- **Forgiveness Improvements:** The Stealth 2 HD maintains a large head size for confidence at address. The overall design profile is slightly more streamlined.
- **V Steel Sole Technology:**  This TaylorMade technology remains a key feature. The V Steel sole design in the Stealth 2 HD promotes smoother turf interaction for better clubhead contact, even from uneven lies or rough.
- **Draw-Bias Design:** Similar to the SIM 2 Max, the Stealth 2 HD Hybrid incorporates a draw-bias design to help golfers who slice find the fairway more consistently.
- **Loft Adjustability:** A new feature for the Stealth 2 HD is the inclusion of loft adjustability, allowing golfers to fine-tune loft for launch and trajectory optimization.


### What people are saying (edited for clarity and brevity)

**PROS:** 

- The TaylorMade 2 HD Hybrids are awesome! It's way easier to hit than irons.
- Great club! It's lightweight and forgiving for off-center hits. It increased my average distance by 20 yards over my traditional 3-iron. 
- This is my go-to club for reaching the green in regulation. It has a high loft, a soft landing, and a slight rollout. I highly recommend this club if you are looking for a hybrid.


**CONS:**
- I don't claim to be the greatest ball striker, but even just when taking divots and regular hits out of the rough, there are significant paint chips on the entire club after three rounds of usage.
- I hit under the ball slightly, causing an impact on the upper edge of the club, which left a mark on the club. It seems that the piece is made from a rather soft material that looks like plastic. I'm not very happy. It’s permanent. 
- The club performs okay, but only when one strikes the ball correctly.

Kalea

AeroJet

Paradym

### Product Description


The Callaway Paradym Hybrid seamlessly bridges the gap between your longest irons and fairway woods. It boasts a powerful combination of distance, forgiveness, and control. Key features include Callaway's Jailbreak with Batwing Technology, an A.I. designed structure that promotes stability and face flex for maximum ball speed and distance. Additionally, the Cutwave Sole technology helps the club glide smoothly through various lie conditions, even thick rough, for improved versatility. Some models also feature an adjustable hosel for fine-tuning launch and trajectory. While distance and forgiveness are priorities, the Paradym Hybrid doesn't sacrifice green performance. The technology that generates ball speed also aids in accuracy, promoting a penetrating ball flight that holds its line well in the wind. 

**Perfect club for:** Golfers who want a mid-sized, wood-shaped hybrid that’s long with excellent versatility and control.


### Key features include:

- **Tungsten Speed Cartridge:** Incorporates high-density tungsten to push the center of gravity low and forward. The result is a lower spin with fast ball speeds. 

- **Jailbreak with Batwing Technology:** Increased stiffness in the body of the clubhead for increased stability at impact, while allowing the face to flex for more ball speed and distance.

- **A.I. Designed 455 Face:** Optimizes the face for speed, launch, and spin across the hitting surface. This personalized performance helps maximize distance potential and control.

- **Cutwave Sole Technology:** Features strategically placed grooves helping the clubhead glide smoothly through various lie conditions, even thick rough or wet fairways. 

- **Multiple Loft Options:** The Paradym Hybrid comes in a variety of loft options (ranging from 18 degrees to 27 degrees). 

- **Adjustable Hosel:** Optimize trajectory and control with an adjustable hosel sleeve.


### Top competitors comparison: the [TaylorMade Stealth 2 Hybrid](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/golf/clubs/hybrids/taylormade/stealth-2-inventory-api/l331361) and the [Titleist TSi3 Hybrid](https://sidelineswap.com/shop/golf/clubs/hybrids/titleist/tsi3-4/l177582)


Similar to the Paradym, the Stealth 2 Hybrid prioritizes distance and forgiveness. However, TaylorMade achieves this through Inverted Cone Technology (ICT) and a Thru-Slot Speed Pocket. The ICT creates a larger sweet spot for more consistent distance, while the Thru-Slot Speed Pocket allows for face flex on lower hits, increasing ball speed and forgiveness on mishits. The Titleist TSi3 Hybrid prioritizes a balance of distance, forgiveness, and playability. With the help of an Active Recoil Channel, the TSi3 flexes at impact, storing and releasing energy for more ball speed. It also features SureFit CG Technology, which allows golfers to adjust the center of gravity position to optimize launch characteristics for their swing. 

### Progression:

The Paradym Hybrid takes the distance capabilities of the Rogue ST Max Hybrid to the next level. Here's a breakdown of the progression and key improvements:

**Callaway Rogue ST Max Hybrid (2022):**
- Introduced Callaway's A.I. Flash Face Technology, a variable thickness face designed using Artificial Intelligence to optimize ball speeds across the hitting surface for more distance.
- Offered a titanium body construction.
- Featured a traditional sole design.

**Callaway Paradym Hybrid (2023):** Builds upon the distance potential of the Rogue ST Max Hybrid while incorporating advancements in forgiveness, playability, and performance through:
- **Jailbreak with Batwing Technology:** This technology replaces the titanium body with an A.I. designed structure that stiffens the body for stability and allows the face to flex for more ball speed and distance on off-center hits.
- **A.I. Designed Face:** Similar to other Paradym clubs, this hybrid features an A.I. designed face for optimized speed, launch, and spin across the hitting surface.
- **Cutwave Sole Technology:** With strategically placed grooves, this sole design helps the clubhead glide smoothly through various lie conditions, even thick rough or wet fairways, for improved versatility and playability.




### What people are saying (edited for clarity and brevity)

**PROS:** 

- I now have a club I can use to get out of sticky situations when my lie is less than desirable. The built-in performance is insane! 
- Great design. I switched to the Aldila 50 shaft, which is much easier to launch higher and farther for the slower-swinging golfer. It works!
- Excellent hybrid. Balanced, weighty, comfortable grip.

 


**CONS:**
- Unlike other hybrids, this club is very hard to hit, long irons are much easier for me. 
- This hybrid doesn't feel right in the swing of things. Maybe this will work if you are a very slow swinger.
- Too pricey for my pockets.

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