Review: Callaway Elyte hybrids

If you struggle with long irons and need a bit more help, the Callaway Elyte hybrids could hold the solution.

Even though long irons and higher lofted fairway woods are becoming ever more popular, hybrids still take centre stage in the bag for many players, and for good reason.

They are amazing clubs, providing versatility, higher launch and forgiveness at the business end of the bag

Let’s see what the Callaway Elyte hybrids have to offer…

First impressions

I really like the look of these hybrids, especially the Elyte X, as it’s large in profile, has a deeper face, and it looks like it wants to get the ball in the air. The Elyte also looks fantastic. It’s slightly shallower in the face but has a more compact shape.

Both look great behind the ball, which is of course important, but let’s get into the tech to see what the Elyte hybrids have to offer. 

The Tech

Say hello to Callaway’s most adjustable hybrids. Both the Elyte and Elyte X feature a 13g tungsten and 3g aluminium weights, which can be swapped to let you toggle between a neutral or draw ball flight.

Not only are the weights adjustable, you can adjust the loft with the new OptiFit 4 hosel system, 

Like the Elyte drivers and fairway woods, the hybrids also feature an Ai10x face, using those Ai advancements for optimal distance, control, and launch. The new Ai10x face delivers 10x more control points, producing exceptionally fast ball speeds, tight dispersion, and optimised launch across the face.  

How do these two models differ you ask?

To simplify it, the Elyte is for golfers who want a neutral flight in a mid-sized profile, whilst the Elyte X is ideal for golfers looking for a semi-draw flight in an oversized profile, with a larger face and more forgiveness. 

The bunkered Verdict

These are so easy to hit, and that’s what a hybrid is all about. They sound and feel brilliant, come off the face really fast, and the ball speeds are great.

The standard Elyte has more of a mid-launch profile, so if you are someone who can get the longer irons in the air but not quite high enough, this is the ticket. 

If you struggle to get any airtime with your irons or even the current hybrid in your bag, look to the Elyte X. It launches high, is very forgiving and is low spin, making it long and easy-to-use.

All in, the Callaway Elyte hybrids are a brilliant replacement for a long iron or current hybrid that needs an upgrade.

RRP: Elyte & Elyte X £299

Available: 21 February, 2025

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