Mizuno’s JPX One range marks a significant step forward for the brand when it comes to metal woods for 2026.
Having already been impressed with the driver, the JPX One fairway wood arrives with its own suite of performance technologies designed to deliver speed, forgiveness and improved turf interaction.
The key question is whether the JPX One fairway wood can compete with longer and more versatile fairway wood options. Read our full review to find out…
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NCG SUMMARY
If you’re a club golfer in need of an easy to hit fairway wood then you are in the right place. It is particularly easy to hit from the turf and produces very straight shots with minimal movement.
While it may not be the longest fairway wood available, it excels in usability and consistency. Golfers who prioritise forgiveness and ease of launch will find plenty to like here.
PROS
- Strong ball speeds
- Extremely easy to launch
- Forgiving from the turf
CONS
- Higher spin rates reduces distance
Mizuno JPX One Fairway Wood Review: First Impressions
Mizuno has a knack of producing premium golf clubs. The Mizuno JPX One range has certainly continued Mizuno’s rich history in that regard.
To me it actually sits a touch shut at address. It doesn’t have this feeling that it is going to produce a fade which I think will give a bit more confidence to those who struggle with losing the ball out to the left.
I like the alignment aid here. The line on the head of the crown does help to square the club face up more efficiently.
Elsewhere, the carbon crown is clean and modern. The sole design is equally eye-catching and features Mizuno’s new Speed Bevel sole shaping.
NCG Verdict
Ball speed was an area where this fairway wood delivered impressively for me. It produced an average ball speed of 143mph, with a peak of 146mph.
The fastest fairway wood I have hit sits at around 150mph, so not a million miles away from being one of the quickest.
From a pure speed standpoint, there is little to criticise. The club is capable of generating strong ball speeds across the face.
There are quite a few similarities between this and the driver equivalent from the JPX One line-up. The main one is the high spin rates. Like with the driver the higher spin rates made the club extremely easy to launch and control.
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There was barely any sidespin which makes it an easy fairway wood to use. However, the increased spin did reduce the distances compared to some lower-spinning alternatives.
For golfers who struggle to launch a fairway wood or who prioritise forgiveness and accuracy, this higher spin will likely be seen as a benefit. For players chasing maximum yardage, it is likely to be a hinderance.
In terms of what’s new on the technology front, Mizuno has re-engineered its Cortech Chamber. They have strategically varied the internal gap between the sole and the chamber wall to increase face flexion, particularly towards the toe.
The club also features a multi-thickness MAS1C steel face, which is engineered to maximise COR and produce high ball speeds across the hitting area.
NCG Verdict
The Mizuno JPX One fairway wood is a strong all-round performer that combines impressive ball speed with high launch and excellent forgiveness. It looks premium, feels stable, and delivers consistent, straight ball flights.
However, its higher spin profile means it cannot quite compete with the very longest fairway woods in the market for outright distance. As a result, it earns a very solid but not class-leading score.
Mizuno JPX One Fairway Wood Review: The Details
RRP: £315.00 / $350.00
Loft Options: 3 wood, 5 wood and 7 wood
More information: Clubhouse Golf / Mizuno US
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