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Cobra’s Darkspeed range made waves in the golf industry last year with its sleek design and premium visual appeal. The new DS-ADAPT range follows suit with a similar aesthetic, featuring subtle color detailing to differentiate each model. The DS-ADAPT X fairway wood, designed to cater to a wide range of golfers, has generated excitement among golf enthusiasts. I put the DS-ADAPT X to the test through an extensive practice session and on the golf course to see if it lives up to its hype. The Cobra DS-ADAPT X fairway wood boasts a symmetrical shape and striking white score lines on…

Cobra Golf has built a reputation for releasing impressive game-improvement irons in recent years, with the Aerojet, King LTDx, and Darkspeed models gaining positive reviews. The latest release, the DS-ADAPT irons, aims to build upon this success. The new irons are available in two models: standard and Max, with the latter featuring 2 degrees of extra loft and a lighter head/wider sole for improved launch ease. Designed for mid-to-high-handicap players, both models feature a hollow body construction filled with lightweight foam microspheres to enhance feel and improve speed and launch. The DS-ADAPT irons feature the PWR-BRIDGE weighting system to lower…

As manufacturers seek to address the common issue of slicing in golf, the competition for the best anti-slice drivers heats up. The new Cobra DS-ADAPT Max-D driver aims to stand out in the crowd by offering flight correction, ease of use, and a premium look. In a deep dive into the full Cobra DS-ADAPT driver range, Joe Ferguson explores the unique features of the MAX-D model. With weight positioned in the heel for increased slice correction and stability, the driver also boasts a new FutureFit33 shaft adapter that allows for more adjustments than ever before. One of the standout features…

In 2024, super-forgiving, high MOI drivers took the golf world by storm, with models such as the TaylorMade Qi10 Max and the Ping G430 Max 10K proving to be extremely successful. One brand that took note of this trend was Cobra Golf, who introduced the DS-ADAPT MAX-K driver to compete amongst the best golf drivers in the game. The MAX-K features a 10K MOI to deliver extreme forgiveness and consistency, making it a standout addition to the Cobra lineup. Positioned as the highest MOI model in the DS-ADAPT family, the MAX-K boasts a slightly oversized profile of 460cc and all…

The Cobra DS-ADAPT hybrid may not be as popular in the professional game anymore, but it still holds great value for club golfers looking for versatile and forgiving options at the top end of their bag. The club looks exceptional and is part of a visually pleasing 2025 lineup from the brand. In order to test its performance, the Cobra DS-ADAPT was put through its paces on the golf course in various scenarios. The hybrid boasts a compact head that is slightly larger than its predecessor, making it appealing for confident ball strikers. The glossy and satin black colorway gives…

Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau’s former feud has turned into a solid partnership as they gear up to compete for LIV Golf’s honor. The two players will be representing LIV Golf in The Crypto.com Showdown in Las Vegas, alongside Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy from the PGA Tour. Despite initial tension, Koepka has admitted that his original negative opinions of DeChambeau were wrong. The pair’s feud escalated after a video surfaced of Koepka rolling his eyes at DeChambeau during an interview at the 2021 PGA Championship. However, they buried the hatchet after winning the Ryder Cup together at Whistling Straits…

In 2024, the author discovered the Allbirds golf shoes and found them to be the best thing he used that year. Previously, he had disliked golf shoes due to discomfort and pain, but the Allbirds shoes were a game-changer for him. The author found the Allbirds golf shoes to be not only stylish but also comfortable, providing traction and protection against the elements. Despite his initial doubts, the author was pleasantly surprised by the comfort of the Allbirds shoes, which had a cushion-like feel that he and other wearers of Allbirds shoes appreciated. The author highlighted the affordability of the…

The Alfred Dunhill Championship is the second consecutive DP World Tour event hosted in South Africa, following the Nedbank Golf Challenge. The Nedbank, often referred to as ‘Africa’s Major’, had a substantial $6 million purse, but this week’s event at the iconic Leopard Creek Golf Club offers a slightly smaller payout. The total prize pool for the Alfred Dunhill Championship is €1.4 million ($1.47 million), with the winner taking home €255,000 ($268,000). Louis Oosthuizen, last year’s champion, is back to defend his title alongside his Stinger GC LIV Golf teammates Charl Schwartzel and Dean Burmester. Schwartzel, who has won the…