TaylorMade Stealth utility irons £219
GM verdict
Replacing the SIM UDI and DHY, the new Stealth models look to be an evolution rather than a revolution. Still, either will be a great addition to the bag for golfers seeking a forgiving club to replace their long-irons or hybrids, or even slot in between.
Utility irons can sometimes be hard to hit consistently well, because a lot of effort and speed is required to ensure they perform as advertised and levels of forgiveness tend to be low, meaning they can sometimes land you in more trouble on days when you’re not quite at your best. That is certainly not the case here, though. The forgiveness on offer, which becomes apparent after a few shots, gives you the confidence to try risky shots on the course and fully commit to them.
The Stealth UDI flights the ball noticeably lower than the DHY. You can still get it up when you need to, especially when the ball is sitting up in the rough, but the run you get on landing is more suited to tee shots than it is approach shots. The topline is the same width as SIM, but the face and back of the club are slightly less square and sharp, making it visually more appealing at address. If you like to see a little more clubhead behind the ball, the wider and longer Stealth DHY might be more suitable, but for those in the market for a tour-inspired shape that still looks relatively inviting to hit, the Stealth UDI is
