TaylorMade Stealth 2 Fairway Wood

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Players Distance Fairway Wood

TaylorMade built the Stealth 2 to add distance without turning your irons into shovels. It lives in the players distance category, which means a thinner topline and a more compact head than a full game improvement iron, matched with the ball speed a mid handicapper actually wants. You get help on off-center hits, but the look at address won't embarrass you next to better players.

The engine is the Cap Back Design with toe wrap construction. TaylorMade extended the cap over the toe of the head, which frees up weight to sit low and toward the perimeter. Behind the face is a polymer damping piece they call the intelligent sweet spot, and the long irons get a Speed Pocket cut through the sole that holds ball speed when you catch one thin. You feel these details on mishits more than on flush strikes, which is exactly where most of us need the help.

Launch is the headline. The progressive center of gravity, labeled FLTD CG, sits low in the long irons so your 4 and 5 iron climb into the air, then moves higher through the set so the short irons and wedges stay controlled. If landing a long iron softly has always been a problem for you, this design is built to fix it. The lofts run strong, so plan on relearning your gaps before you trust a number on the course.

• Mid handicappers who want more distance and a higher flight without moving up to a bulky game improvement iron.
• Players who fight to get long irons airborne and land them soft on a green.
• Anyone coming off an older set who is willing to recheck their yardages, since the strong lofts shift every number.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are the TaylorMade Stealth 2 irons forgiving?

Yes, they are forgiving for a players distance iron. The Cap Back Design pushes weight low and to the perimeter, and the Speed Pocket in the long irons protects ball speed on thin strikes. You won't get game improvement levels of help, but heel and toe misses hold their line and distance better than they would with a blade or a true players iron.

What handicap are the Stealth 2 irons for?

They fit best for golfers from roughly a 5 to a 18 handicap. Lower handicaps get the ball speed and high launch without an oversized head, and mid to higher handicaps get real forgiveness on mishits. If you carry a 20 plus and want maximum help, the Stealth 2 HD set is the more forgiving option.

Do the Stealth 2 irons have strong lofts?

Yes, the lofts are strong, which is normal for the players distance category and a big reason these irons hit it far. The 7 iron sits around 30 degrees, several degrees stronger than a traditional set. That extra distance is real, but it means your 7 iron now flies like an old 6, so check your carry numbers on a launch monitor before you set your gaps.

What is the difference between the Stealth 2 and Stealth 2 HD irons?

The standard Stealth 2 has a more compact head, a thinner topline, and a flatter, more workable profile aimed at better ball strikers. The Stealth 2 HD adds offset, a wider sole, and a deeper center of gravity for higher launch and more help on mishits. Pick the standard model if you want a cleaner look and the HD if your priority is getting the ball up and straight.

Are the Stealth 2 irons adjustable?

No, irons do not have an adjustable hosel the way the Stealth 2 driver does. You dial them in through fitting instead, which means loft and lie bending, shaft choice, and length. A good fitter can bend the heads a degree or two to match your launch and turf interaction, so the set is adjustable in the build, just not on the course.

Alternatives to the TaylorMade Stealth 2

Other players distance fairway wood models from different brands, closest to its model year.