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The Tour Edge Exotics C725 hybrid adds a movable back weight to its well-respected better player model. Designed for higher swing speeds, adjustability and shaft choices offer versatility for a wider range of competitive golfers.
Introduction
One reason I’ve always appreciated the Tour Edge Exotics lineup is their commitment to providing two distinct offerings: C models for competitive players, and E models for the more everyday golfer. The latter was typified in my review of the Exotics E725 hybrid [read it HERE] where forgiveness was the highlight. Slipping off the headcover on the C725 hybrid, I knew Tour Edge continued to exemplify distinctiveness – at least visually.
Looks
From every angle, the Tour Edge Exotics C725 hybrid screams “player.” At address, the compact size is evident both front to back and heel to toe. The shape is a bit more rounded than prior models, and I love the new matte finish.
In the photo above, the differences between the Exotics C725 and E725 are self evident.
The head of the Tour Edge Exotics C725 hybrid looks beefy from the toe view, while the fade/draw adjustability – called the Flight Tuning System – is readily apparent from the rear. The sole of the C725 is nice-looking, with modest branding and glossy finishes. The black theme from grip to toe creates a high-end, sharp look, although I would have liked to have seen a hint of red continued from the headcover.
Sound & Feel
At impact, the Tour Edge Exotics C725 hybrid produced a metallic sounding ‘crack.’ I’d give it a 4 out of 10 on volume, and I liked the staccato nature of the sound that communicated speed.
The feel was similar – quick and solid. I also noted that the head felt stable with reasonable contact. Feedback was clear but subtle.
Performance
So what does the ‘competitive player’ designation really mean for the Tour Edge Exotics C725 hybrid? Think of it in terms of a better skilled player, not just a spirited competitor. From a performance perspective the design is intended to produce lower launch and lower spin at faster swing speeds. A bit of forgiveness is exchanged for workability.
That’s not to say that the Tour Edge Exotics C725 hybrid isn’t suitable for the non-targeted golfer – the adjustability could offer a game changing experience. The C725 offers both a loft adjustable hosel (+/- 1.5°) and a moveable weight port in the rear of the head (draw/neutral/fade). Plus, Tour Edge offers no upcharge custom shafts.
I opted for the Project X Cypher 60i shaft, billed as high launch and high spin, that suited me well with the E725 hybrid. With the #4 model C725 loft being 1° less than the E725, my peak trajectory with the Exotics C725 hybrid was a bit lower comparatively – more in the mid-high range. The low spin head design combined with the high spin shaft put my ball spin in a compromised mid category – still good for holding a green. I’d rate my dispersion as acceptable, but state that the Tour Edge Exotics C725 hybrid does require solid strikes for solid performance.
As for the moveable back weight, what Tour Edge refers to as the Flight Tuning System, it’s meaningful. In the neutral setting, my ball flight was basically straight. In both the draw and the fade settings I saw about a 15 yard movement left and right respectively.
The Exotics C725 hybrid also features a new 3D Diamond Face. The Diamond Face technology isn’t new to the 725 Exotics line-up – it’s still 41 different shapes that act like mini-trampolines – but it’s been revamped to maximize ball speed and consistency across the face. The key takeaway for 2025 is an expanded sweet spot.
Also not new to the Exotics family, but re-designed for the C725 is what Tour Edge calls the RyzerSole. Extending from the leading edge to the trailing edge of the sole, basically where the “Tour Edge Exotics” badging is located, the RyzerSole adds weight to lower CoG, boosting launch. The design also aids in turf interaction, making the Exotics C725 hybrid equally viable from the rough and fairway as it is from a tee.
Conclusion
With more and more players across the spectrum of golfers turning to hybrids, it’s not surprising that Tour Edge continues to offer two distinct models. And while the compact size and low spin design might satisfy the better golfer, the adjustability of the Tour Edge Exotics C725 hybrid truly adds to the appeal. To me it’s amazing how much technology can be fit into such a small head. Whether you’re a true player looking for shot shaping or a good golfer needing some help with a undesirable tendency, the Exotics C725 offers versatility along with strong general performance.
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Great review. Thanks. This model looks pretty darn close to my Adams Idea Tech V3 hybrids. Which by the way are not leaving my bag anytime soon, even though I have had them quite a while. They work way too well for me.