FORGIVENESS RATING
Hybrid forgiveness for a whole set of irons. A hollow-body takes stability to higher levels than cavityback irons, which Cleveland says means toe and heel hits fly higher, straighter and longer. A Hibore crown positions mass low and deep, a high-speed face insert flexes at impact to maximise ball speed.
Probably the most forgiving iron on sale this year, it has a forgiveness rating of 5! The stretched head (from toe to heel) and low and deep weighting contribute to an ultimate forgiveness and consistency recipe. Even though we know this, many won’t see past the head shape and wide sole. Anyone buying a set would do well to get an experienced fitter to cast their eye over how the HBS flights shots for them; Simon saw a gain of 800rpm in backspin (over his test average) which lost up to 10 yards of carry.