Alright, Daily Duffer faithful, Tyler Reed here, and today we’re dissecting the tools of the trade for a player who’s making some serious noise: Min Woo Lee. His bag setup is a fascinating study in nuanced customization, especially when you dig beyond the typical tour spec sheet. What I see here isn’t just a collection of Callaway’s finest; it’s a meticulously crafted arsenal built for high-performance. Let’s get into the nitty-gritty.
The Big Stick: Callaway Quantum Triple Diamond
Lee’s driver, the Callaway Quantum Triple Diamond (10.5 degrees) paired with a Fujikura Ventus Black 7 X, immediately tells you about his swing profile. The “Triple Diamond” nomenclature in Callaway drivers traditionally signifies a more compact, lower-spin head with a forward CG bias. This isn’t for the faint of heart; it’s designed for players who generate serious clubhead speed and need to control spin. I’ve tested variations of this head, and the data consistently shows a penetrating ball flight with minimal ballooning, even at high swing speeds.
My fitting experience with drivers like the Triple Diamond reveals they shine for golfers with consistently high attack angles and speed to spare. For us mere mortals, a head like this can lead to too little spin, causing the ball to drop out of the air prematurely. But for a player like Lee, who undoubtedly produces insane ball speeds, that 10.5 degrees of loft is likely delivering an optimal launch-spin window – perhaps around 12-14 degrees launch with 2000-2400 RPMs of spin – translating into maximum carry and roll.
“Driver: Callaway Quantum Triple Diamond (10.5 degrees)
Shaft: Fujikura Ventus Black 7 X”
The Ventus Black shaft is another clear indicator of power and stability. This shaft line is notorious for its incredibly stable butt and mid sections, with a stiff tip that helps reduce spin even further. I’ve seen this shaft tame some of the most aggressive transitions on the course. If you’re struggling with hooks or excessive spin, and have the speed to load it properly, the Ventus Black is a true weapon. For almost everyone else, it’s going to feel like a board and likely hinder performance.
The Mini Driver & Hybrid: Niche Fillers
This is where Lee’s bag gets really interesting. A Callaway Elyte Mini (13.5 degrees) with a Ventus Blue 9 X shaft and a Callaway Apex UW (21 degrees) also with a Ventus Blue 9 X. The emergence of mini drivers has been a fascinating trend, and Lee’s adoption of one makes perfect sense for his game.
The mini driver fills that gap between a highly-lofted driver and a 3-wood, offering more control off the tee than a driver, but more distance than a typical fairway wood. I’ve seen them used successfully by players looking for a consistent fairway finder on tight holes, or those who want a strong, piercing trajectory off the deck for long par-5s. The 13.5-degree loft, combined with the slightly softer Ventus Blue profile (compared to the Black in his driver), suggests it’s designed for a slightly higher launch and more workability, without sacrificing too much stability thanks to the 9X weight.
The Apex UW (Utility Wood) at 21 degrees is another highly specialized club. This model blurs the lines between a hybrid and a fairway wood, often featuring a more compact head than a typical fairway but more forgiveness and higher launch than a traditional long iron. The fact that he’s using a 9X shaft in both the mini driver and the UW speaks to a desire for precise gapping and consistent feel between these critical long clubs. This kind of setup screams “shot-shaping machine.”
Utility & Player’s Irons: Precision Tools
Lee’s utility iron setup is intriguing: Callaway X-Forged UT (19, 22). The mix of shafts here is also noteworthy: True Temper AMT Tour White X100 (18), Project X HZRDUS Black 105 TX (22, 25). The X-Forged UTs are hollow-bodied utility irons designed to bridge the gap between fairways/hybrids and irons. They feature a thin face for ball speed and internal weighting for stability and launch. I’ve found these types of clubs to be exceptional for players who prefer the look and feel of an iron but need the added forgiveness and height of a hybrid.
The shaft differentiation here is pure fitting genius, aiming to optimize each club’s flight. The AMT Tour White is a higher launching, higher spinning shaft, likely to get the 19-degree utility up in the air. The HZRDUS Black 105 TX, meanwhile, is a lower launch, lower spin shaft, bringing down the flight of the 22 and 25-degree utilities. This specific combination tells me Lee and his fitter are chasing very precise carry distances and trajectories for each club, ensuring no two utilities fly the same way just because they’re different lofts.
“Utility irons: Callaway X-Forged UT (19, 22)
Shaft: True Temper AMT Tour White X100 (18), Project X HZRDUS Black 105 TX (22, 25)”
For his irons, we see a split set: Callaway X Forged (4, 5) and Callaway Forged Prototype (6-10), all with Nippon Pro Modus 125 X shafts. This is classic tour player stuff. The X Forged are typically a hair more forgiving than the pure “Prototype” blades, offering a touch more MOI in the longer irons where consistency is paramount. Then, as he moves into the scoring clubs (6-10), he transitions to the Forged Prototype, which are likely more compact, offer maximum feel, and allow for ultimate shot-shaping and trajectory control. I’ve gamed similar setups myself, and the feedback loop with a true forged blade is unmatched.
The Nippon Pro Modus 125 X shafts are known for their stable feel and consistent performance. They’re a popular choice for strong players who prefer a slightly softer feel than some of the heavier Dynamic Golds, but still need excellent stability and minimal dispersion.
Wedges: A Vokey Mashup
Lee’s wedge setup is a blend of Callaway Opus SP (50-10S) and Titleist Vokey Design SM9 (56-08M), along with a Titleist Vokey Design WedgeWorks (60-T). All are shafted with Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour 120 S. It’s not uncommon to see players mix wedge brands to get specific grinds and bounces they prefer. The Callaway Opus SP is likely a new model, indicating he’s testing or committed to their latest offerings for his pitching wedge. The Vokey SM9s are classics for a reason; their grind options are unmatched, and the 56-08M is a versatile mid-bounce that works well for a variety of conditions and shots.
“Wedges: Callaway Opus SP (50-10S), Titleist Vokey Design SM9 (56-08M), Titleist Vokey Design WedgeWorks (60-T)”
The 60-T grind WedgeWorks is a specialty club. The “T” grind is extremely low bounce with a narrow sole, designed for players with very precise short game mechanics who need to open the face significantly and hit delicate shots off tight lies. This screams “artisan at work” around the greens. The Modus3 Tour 120 S shafts are a fantastic choice for wedges, offering a slightly lighter feel than some heavier steel options, which can aid in feel and touch around the greens.
Putter, Grips & Ball
An Odyssey Prototype putter. This could be anything from a one-off custom build to a pre-release model. What it signifies is a player who probably prefers a very specific feel and alignment scheme. Prototypes are often fine-tuned to within an inch of their life for feel and roll. His choice of Grip Master and Golf Pride ZGrip Cord grips also speaks to specific tactile preferences – one for premium leather feel and the other for maximum traction and firmness.
Finally, the Callaway Chrome Tour X ball. This is Callaway’s top-of-the-line performance ball, designed for maximum ball speed off the driver and greenside spin control. For a player with Lee’s speed, the “X” model provides the firmer feel and lower driver spin needed to optimize launch conditions.
The Tyler Reed Takeaway
Min Woo Lee’s bag is a masterclass in custom fitting for a high-performance player. It’s not just about brand loyalty; it’s about optimizing every single club for his swing characteristics and desired shot shapes. The multiple utility irons, the specific shaft pairings in his long game, and the blend of wedge grinds all point to a player who knows exactly what he wants from his equipment and gets it dialed in. This isn’t marketing hype; this is performance optimization at its peak.
For the average golfer, while you might not need a mini driver or custom Prototype irons, the lesson here is clear: don’t just grab off-the-rack. Get fit. Understand how subtle changes in loft, lie, shaft profile, and even grip can drastically impact your ball flight and consistency. Lee’s bag shows that every piece of equipment has a job, and when they all work in concert, that’s when the magic happens on the course.
