I had one of my best competitive years in 2026. Here’s how my gear helped me

This past year was one of my best competitive seasons, and it came after I made wholesale changes to my golf bag.

By Ryan Noll · Golf

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 1:05 AM

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Jack Hirsh reports that a comprehensive equipment overhaul fueled his best competitive golf season in 2026.
Hirsh lowered his handicap index below 1.0 and qualified for his first Pennsylvania Mid-Amateur in five years.
Switching to Nippon Modus3 Tour 120 X shafts in Cobra 3DP irons significantly reduced Hirsh's left miss.

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GOLF equipment editor Jack Hirsh credits an extensive multi-manufacturer equipment fitting with fueling his best competitive golf season since high school in 2026. Hirsh lowered his handicap index below 1.0, shot 71 twice in tournament play, made an albatross, and qualified for the Pennsylvania Mid-Amateur.

The most pivotal adjustments included switching to Nippon N.S.Pro Modus3 Tour 120 X shafts paired with Cobra 3DP irons, which helped reduce his left miss. Hirsh also highlighted crucial additions such as a Titleist GT1 hybrid, Titleist Vokey SM11 wedges with an A+ grind, and a Ping Scottsdale TEC Ally Blue Onset putter.

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