Is XXIO Japanese?

XXIO [zek-si-oh] is a Japanese premium golf brand which is a part of Dunlop Sports Co. Ltd. owned by SRI (Sumitomo Rubber Industries).

What country is XXIO from?

XXIO, the brother brand of Srixon under Dunlop Sports Co. Ltd. of Japan, has the reputation for designing popular clubs in Asia (nearly two decades as Japan's top-seller). Its XXIO Prime line also has the reputation for offering clubs at big ticket prices, like $800 drivers and $2,000 sets of irons.

Who is XXIO owned by?

XXIO [zek-si-oh] is part of the DUNLOP SPORTS CO. LTD family and brings the #1 golf brand in Japan to America. With a long standing tradition of premium golf clubs in Japan, Dunlop Sports is proud to announce the introduction of the XXIO brand to America.

Where are XXIO clubs manufactured?

Made by XXIO in Japan, the SP-900 promotes faster head speed. The unique layered structure and materials allow the SP-900 graphite shaft to be extended to 46 inches, and it is also 2 grams lighter than the previous shaft model. A powerful draw bias.

How is XXIO pronounce?

We're proud to announce that Dallas Golf has signed on to become one of the newest XXIO equipment dealers. (Pronounced: ZEK-SEE-OH.)

What does XXIO mean in Japanese?

Mizuno is an obvious exception, and another name hoping to establish itself in the US market is XXIO (pronounced zek-si-oh) whose name comes from the Roman numerals for the 21st Century and the 'O' sound which in Japan means 'king' and signifies a leader.

Do any pros use XXIO clubs?

XXIO, the premium brand sibling of Cleveland and Srixon, does not make golf equipment for tour pros or elite golfers. You will not see it on the PGA Tour, the Korn Ferry Tour or the European Tour because the Japanese company does not make clubs for fast-swinging players.

Is XXIO a Dunlop?

Though originating in DUNLOP, our Sports Business now offers sporting goods under a wide range of brands, including XXIO, SRIXON and Cleveland Golf—each with its own unique character.

Is a XXIO driver worth it?

It's a lightweight driver made of premium materials with exceptional feel and performance. If your game is a good match for XXIO's target audience and you're willing to invest in a more expensive driver that will last for years to come, the new XXIO Prime driver is definitely worth it.

Is Srixon a Japanese company?

Srixon is a company owned by SRI Sports Limited which is a subsidiary of Sumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd. This is part of the Sumitomo Group based in Japan.

How much do XXIO grips weigh?

Each club comes with its own unique XXIO Prime Weight Plus grip. The driver grip is feather-light at 26.5 grams while the fairway metal grip is 27.5 grams. Hybrid and iron grips are heavier, at 40 and 42 grams respectively.

Are Cleveland Golf clubs made in China?

To remain competitive in the golf club industry, Cleveland outsources the manufacturing of components to specifically the Asian market whereafter the components are delivered to the Cleveland Golf Headquarters in Huntington Beach, California.

Is Cleveland Golf owned by Callaway?

Cleveland Golf is owned by SRI Sports Limited, a subsidiary of Sumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd., specializing in golf equipment. Based in Huntington Beach, California, Cleveland Golf began as a company known for producing replicas of classic golf clubs.

Who owns Srixon balls?

Srixon is a brand owned by Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd. Srixon offers a full range of golf clubs, golf balls, and accessories, which are distributed in nearly all major golf markets. Srixon is dedicated to improving your game.

Are Srixon irons made in Japan?

For example, Mizuno and Srixon irons are made in Japan, but what about their woods and Mizuno's wedges?

Who plays XXIO on tour?

Ernie Els joined XXIO in 2018 to serve as Global Ambassador. A native of Johannesburg, South Africa, Els has amassed 70 career professional victories around the world, highlighted by capturing the U.S. Open in 1994 and 1997 and the Open Championship in 2002 and 2012.

Which golf ball does Ernie Els use?

Golf Ball: Srixon Z Star XV.

What driver does Ernie Els?

Els has yet to finalize his bag, but we hear he'll be gaming Srixon's current Z series irons – likely a Z 765/Z 965 mix – Cleveland RTX-3 wedges, the Srixon Z Star XV ball and an as yet determined driver from the Srixon-Cleveland-XXIO Stable.

Is Cleveland Golf Japanese?

Cleveland Golf is an independently operated subsidiary of Japan-based SRI Sports. SRI Sports also owns the Srixon and XXIO sister brands.

What brand of clubs did Payne Stewart use?

One example of taking the money and running backward was Payne Stewart, who left Wilson to sign with Spalding in 1994. Stewart's deal not only required him to change from forged blades to cast, offset irons, but to play Spalding's two-piece Top-Flite ball--a far cry from the wound ball he had used.

How far should you hit a 7 iron?

A standard amateur golfer can hit a 7 iron from 128 yards to 158 yards. The lower range will be for women and senior golfers. To hit the ball over 150 yards in total distance with a 7 iron club, an amateur golfer will have to have a good swing and be physically fit.

Are Cobra golf clubs made in China?

Who Makes and Where They are Made Now? Cobra Puma Golf designs all their clubs at their head office in California whereafter the manufacturing of heads, shafts, and grips are outsourced to companies in China. Final assembly and quality control are performed at the Cobra Puma Golf head office.