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PXG · Driver · 2026

PXG Lightning

2 reviewers tested · unanimous

89

Strongly recommended

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The takeaway

Quiet, forgiving step up from Black Ops.

They agree

  • +Tighter dispersion than Black Ops
  • +Carbon build keeps spin down
  • +Subtle, quiet, dense feel

The knocks

  • −Looks barely changed from Black Ops

Buy it ifyou want a fitted, forgiving PXG

Skip it ifyou want a dramatic visual upgrade

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The verdicts.

James Robinson Golf

Mid-handicap everyman reviews

Loved it

“It's such a step forward I think”

Brett's newly fitted PXG driver (embargoed, unnamed on camera) is a clear step forward from Black Ops, tightening dispersion and handling wet conditions better.

+ the facts · 4 pros · 1 cons
  • +Noticeably better dispersion than the Black Ops it replaced
  • +Etched face gives more control in wet conditions
  • +Carbon folding construction adds stability and a bit more speed
  • −Visually not a huge progression from Black Ops

For: Mid-handicappers who want a fitted, forgiving driver that shrinks their misses

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Golf Monthly

UK magazine, season-long testing

Liked it

A compact, quiet, deep-faced hybrid with lots of adjustability that performs particularly well off the tee.

+ the facts · 4 pros
  • +Carbon crown keeps spin down
  • +Tall, deep face suits tee shots
  • +Removable weights plus loft sleeve for flight tuning

For: A broad range of golfers, especially those who use a hybrid mostly off the tee

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