Hey everyone, it’s your boy back again with another one of my little experiments. Today, I’m diving into something a bit different – “Zach Johnson WITB.” Yeah, that’s right, we’re talking golf gear. Now, I’m no pro, but I love hitting the course, and I’ve always been curious about what the pros are using. So, I got my hands on some of Zach Johnson’s setup, and let me tell you, it’s been a wild ride.
First off, I started with the driver. The PXG 0811 XF Gen4 Driver is what Zach’s been swinging. Let me just say, this thing is forgiving. I’m talking about a huge sweet spot. Even on my off days, when my swing feels like I’m trying to wrestle a bear, this driver still managed to send the ball pretty darn far. I spent a good few hours at the range just whacking balls with this bad boy, and I gotta say, I felt like a mini Zach Johnson myself.
Next up, I moved on to the woods and hybrids. Now, I didn’t get the exact models Zach uses, but I got something similar from PXG. It took some time to get used to them, I’m not gonna lie. My first few swings were all over the place. But once I got the hang of it, oh boy, the precision and distance were something else. I felt like I could hit any target I wanted. I even managed to impress a few old-timers at the range. They were like, “Son, you got some skills there,” and I was just grinning ear to ear.
- Driver: PXG 0811 XF Gen4 – Super forgiving, massive sweet spot. Made my bad swings look halfway decent.
- 3 Wood and Hybrids: Similar to what Zach uses. Took some practice, but once I got it, the precision was insane.
Then came the irons. These are a bit tricky. I’m used to my old set, so switching to something new always throws me off. But I persevered. I spent days just practicing my iron play. And you know what? It paid off. I started hitting the ball cleaner, more consistently. I even started to get that satisfying “thwack” sound when you hit it just right. It’s like music to a golfer’s ears.
The wedges were next on my list. Let me tell you, getting the feel for these was a challenge. Chipping and pitching felt completely different. But I’m nothing if not stubborn. I practiced my short game until my hands were sore. And slowly but surely, I started to get it. I was landing the ball closer to the pin, getting that nice spin. It was awesome.
Last but not least, the putter. Now, putting has always been my Achilles’ heel. But using a putter similar to Zach’s? It felt different. I felt more in control, more precise. I practiced my putting for hours on end. And you know what? My putting actually improved. I was sinking putts I never thought I could. It was a revelation.
Final Thoughts
So, there you have it. My adventure with Zach Johnson’s WITB. It was a rollercoaster of emotions, from frustration to elation. But one thing’s for sure, I learned a lot. And I had a blast doing it. Would I switch to Zach’s gear permanently? I don’t know. It’s tempting, but there’s something about my old clubs that just feels right. But hey, who knows what the future holds? Maybe one day I’ll be a full-on Zach Johnson convert. Until then, I’ll keep swinging, keep experimenting, and keep sharing my adventures with you all. Catch you in the next one!
