About this Review: This review is my honest opinion of the golf club, which I tested for one day in August of 2022.

My take

The Tour Edge Hot Launch E522 Hybrid is a great club for attacking pins on those long par 3s and approach shots on par 5s. This club is geared for mid to high handicappers who need a club to help them with distance.

About the club I tested

• Model: 2021 Tour Edge Hot Launch E522
• Loft setting: 22 degrees
• Shaft type: UST Mamiya Tour Edge
• Shaft flex: Regular

About me

• Average score: 79
• Handicap: 7
• Experience: 22 years of golf
• Right/Left-Handed: Left-handed
• Typical ball flight: Left to right
• Golf ball used: Titleist Tour Soft
• Club swing speed: 97mph

Test conditions

• When I tested the club August 2022
• Days tested: 1
• Where I’ve used it: Simulator
• Weather and wind conditions: Inside

How it performs

What I was looking for

I was looking for a new hybrid that offered distance and forgiveness. My current Callaway XR16s are becoming more and more outdated and I don’t love their feel.

Why I didn’t choose this club

I tested this club because it was visually appealing to the eye with the glossy black head and the all-white shaft. I also wanted to see how it performed because it was on the cheaper side of hybrids, and I didn't want to break the bank buying a new hybrid. I didn’t end up buying this hybrid, as it didn’t perform best for my playing abilities. I was looking for something with a little more feel and forgiveness on shots on and off the tee.

What I love about it

• Distance: The distance is spot on with what my current hybrids are at, with a carry of 225 yards, and that is something I like when it comes to knowing my distances.
• Workability: I was able to move the ball left to right with a high draw pretty consistently, so I was pleased with the workability they have to offer.
• Adjustability: Straight forward with no adjustability. I don’t need anything fancy. I prefer standard stock items, so I was happy with how they performed.
• Shaft Feel: Lightweight and easy to swing as the stock shaft is 50 grams. I was able to swing through and create consistent contact.
• Aesthetic Appeal: Sleek, simple design looks cool from behind when addressing the ball.

Issues I’ve encountered

• Forgiveness: The forgiveness wasn’t consistent on shots hit on center and off the heel or toe, which affected the ball's flight and resulted in more shots going left.
• Feel: The feel wasn’t great. I could feel every ping in my hands on every shot, which didn’t give me assurance on purely struck shots.
• Sound: Average with more of a hollow sound. Nothing crazy about the sounds, but nothing to truly get excited about.
• Grip Feel: Standard. I like custom grips on my clubs, so I would replace them with new grips once purchased, as I believe Golf Pride grips offer a more tacky, comfortable feel.
• Launch Angle: The launch angle was a little high. I also hit a fade, so it felt like it was launching higher than I would like.
• Spin: Spin rate was a little higher than I would have liked at 4500rpm versus being closer to the 4000rpm mark. This creates more consistent approach shots and a lower ball flight for me.

Best shot with this club

I set up to hit a big cut and was able to move the ball right to the left 20-plus yards on the first try. I was surprised that moving the ball with this club was as easy as it was.

Value for the money vs. other options

I think this is a quality hybrid for the price. I wouldn’t recommend this club for the low-handicap golfer, as I believe the Taylormade Stealth Fairway Wood or the Callaway Epic Hybrid are better, higher-performing options.

Final verdict

The Tour Edge E522 is a decent option for the average weekend golfer looking to help improve those longer-range approach shots on par 3s or into longer par 5s.