Titleist GT1 Hybrid Review
Sam De’Ath takes the super lightweight Titleist GT1 hybrid onto the golf course to analyze its performance
The Titleist GT1 hybrid is the lightest and most forgiving hybrid in the GT lineup. Its large head and confidence-inspiring looks will be loved and appreciated by golfers of all abilities. The classic look and Titleist feel are matched with solid power and performance in a hybrid that is worthy of a place in your bag if you’re looking to upgrade in this area.
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Confidence inspiring large footprint
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Lightweight and easy to launch
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Adjustable weights and hosel for precise performance
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Not quite as powerful as the other models in the lineup
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The Titleist GT1 is one of three models in the GT hybrid lineup and has been designed to offer the highest launch thanks to a super lightweight design. Making up the other two models you have the GT3 which sits at the opposite end of the spectrum, providing a more penetrating flight and high levels of workability alongside the GT2 which is considered one of the best hybrids on the market, offering a mixture of forgiveness and power in a mid-sized head.
The first thing that stood out to me when taking the GT1 hybrid out to the course was the size of the head. The footprint is significantly larger than both of its siblings, offering what can only be described as a crossover between a hybrid and a high-lofted fairway wood. While many better players may opt for the smaller, more compact appearance of the GT3 hybrid, I’m someone who loves the look of a larger head when it comes to hybrids. I struggle to understand why (providing you receive the performance you’re looking for) you wouldn’t want the most confidence-inspiring head in these types of clubs, especially if using them to attack greens from distance.
Titleist has done an excellent job in providing continuity with the looks of the GT range, all the way from their drivers, through to fairway woods and then onto the three hybrids. The GT1 appears marginally different on the sole compared to the other two models due to front and back weight ports as opposed to the ones situated towards the heel and toe on the GT2 and GT3. This design has been implemented to offer a 5 percent increase in MOI compared to the TSR1 hybrid, providing even higher stability and forgiveness. If you enjoy the appearance of the GT1 but want a slightly lower ball flight with decreased spin, you can flip the 11g heavier weight in the rear with the 5g weight in the front to bring the CG forward or even use the adjustable hosel to change the loft.
While gathering my data for the GT1 hybrid using 2025 Pro V1x golf balls and a GCQuad Launch Monitor, I saw it launch significantly higher than the other two models, hitting 12.3° on average. The ball speed remained relatively similar at 146.2mph on average, just under 1mph slower than the GT2. However, from scanning my data it was the 45.2° descent angle that caught my attention and was clearly the main reason I found this club to be so efficient when striking the ball from the deck and playing into the green.
The lower and further back CG increases the launch with this club and therefore I saw an extremely high ball flight with plenty of spin, perfect for those golfers who may have a slightly slower swing speed or just want maximum height and launch when hitting their hybrids from the deck. For me, the GT1 should be considered one of the best hybrids for higher handicappers as well as one of the most forgiving hybrids on the market due to how well it then performed from the rough.
After testing the GT1 hybrid both indoors on one of the best launch monitors as well as out on the golf course, I can massively see the appeal and why this club could be a savior for those wanting a lightweight head that offers plenty of leeway on miss-hit shots. At $329/£299, the GT hybrids are not cheap but if you’re in the market for a new hybrid that’s versatile and user-friendly, I believe the GT1 is worth considering.
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Sam has worked in the golf industry for 12 years, offering advice on equipment to all levels of golfers. Sam heads up any content around fairway woods, hybrids, wedges and golf balls but also writes about other equipment from time to time. Sam graduated from Webber International University in 2017 with a BSc Marketing Management degree while playing collegiate golf. His experience of playing professionally on both the EuroPro Tour and Clutch Pro Tour, alongside his golf retail history, means Sam has extensive knowledge of golf equipment and what works for different types of golfer.
Sam’s current What’s In The Bag?
Driver: Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke TD, 9°
Fairway Wood: Titleist TRS2, 13°
Driving Iron: Titleist U505 17°
Irons: Ping Blueprint T 4-PW
Wedges: Titleist Vokey SM10, 50°, 54°, 60°
Putter: TaylorMade Spider Tour X
Ball: Titleist Pro V1
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