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MGS Mailbag: The Truth About Iron Lofts

Just how much of a loft difference is there between models?

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 11:02 AM
MGS Mailbag: The Truth About Iron Lofts
Key Things to Know
  • MyGolfSpy detailed how iron loft variations and modern head designs impact club performance metrics and testing categories.
  • Iron testing evaluations weight accuracy at 50 percent, while distance and forgiveness each account for 25 percent.
  • Golf ball testing uses Foresight GCQuad to monitor robotic delivery and Trackman radar to measure downrange flight.
The Story in 60 Seconds

MyGolfSpy addressed reader questions regarding golf equipment testing in its latest mailbag edition, highlighting how iron loft variations across club categories impact ball flight and performance. The publication noted that modern design elements, such as center-of-gravity placement and face technology, work alongside static loft to influence launch and spin, with accuracy weighted at 50 percent of their iron scoring system.

The mailbag also covered the outlet's dual-system ball testing methodology, which pairs Foresight GCQuad launch monitors with downrange Trackman radar tracking. Additionally, MyGolfSpy discussed the challenges of creating repeatable golf ball durability tests and explained how shortening shafts and altering grip sizes affects swingweight and face delivery.

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