The original P790 irons were a huge success for TaylorMade becoming their best selling iron model. So what do we think of the upgrade? I went to Huddersfield Golf Club to find out how they’ve been improved. Watch my TaylorMade P790 2019 irons review below…
If you’d prefer to read what I have to say about them and for all the details including pricing and release date, read on…
TaylorMade P790 2019 irons review: First impressions
The most notable thing on first look is the re-shaping and styling TaylorMade have done with this model. In the long irons we see progressively less offset and the blade length has been reduced in the shorter irons for more compact players iron proportions.
Over the ball the top-line shaping looks narrower due to TaylorMade increasing the face height in the toe. The original irons were really attractive but TaylorMade have taken this version to the next level.
TaylorMade P790 2019 irons review: The technology
The all-new 2019 P790 features a 7% thinner face, designed to produce a faster COR.For the first time the irons feature progressive inverted cone technology improving accuracy by minimising the right tendency often found in the long irons. The thinner face also enhances feedback regardless of where the ball is struck on the face.
The P790 features SpeedFoam this serves the dual purpose of generating ball speed but also manages sound and feel. It is injected into the club to support the clubface and provide damping properties. They feature a thru slot speed pocket designed to generate high ball speeds while improving forgiveness on low face strikes.
The updated iron also features 15% more tungsten than the first generation P790. This was designed to help lower the centre of gravity increasing players launch angle.
TaylorMade P790 2019 irons review: The results
Currently I have the TaylorMade P760 irons in my bag and on average I was seeing just under 5 yards extra carry distance per club. I was expecting this is more of a players distance iron – so designed to provide more ball speed than the P760.
