Srixon ZX MKII Driver Review
The new Srixon ZX MKII drivers offer an upgraded version of their Rebound Frame technology and a slightly redesigned aesthetic to offer golfers incredible ballspeed and control. An added optional benefit of Arccos sensors is available when ordering this driver, adding value to what is already a great driver option.
Srixon ZX MKII Technology
The upgraded version of the Srixon ZX driver family offers subtle yet important changes from the previous model. The most obvious from a look standpoint is the MKII’s clubhead crown, which replaces the previous rendition’s carbon fiber with a matte grey titanium material to reduce glare.
Rebound Frame technology makes a return to the MKII, with notable adjustments. Each driver head features what Srixon calls “Dual Flex Zones”, or two levels of flexion from the face toward the middle of the head. This creates the rebound, spring-like effect that flexes inward at impact and immediately out toward the golf ball to redistribute force in milliseconds. The result is a boost in ballspeed and longer drives.
Srixon stabilizes all of this flexibility within the head with their Star Frame crown. Comprised of a matrix of ridges and latticework, the club’s crown helps with redistributing mass to an area that benefits golfers most without compromising the added benefits of the Rebound Frame tech.
For a full rundown of the new tech in the ZX MKII drivers, visit the Srixon website here.
Srixon ZX MKII crown.
Srixon ZX MKII toe and face.
Feel and Performance
At address, the Srixon ZX MKII driver looks great. The clubhead shape has a traditional pear-like construction that almost seems more round than the previous model. The matte titanium crown with minimal alignment aid markings is perfect for golfers who don’t like a lot of distracting graphics when looking down at the ball.
The MKII is a bit loud at impact while emitting a sharp, solid sound when hit. Golfers who made have tried the Cleveland Launcher reboot from a couple years ago will hear similarities with the MKII. Impact feels very solid yet soft enough to provide adequate feedback on where contact was made on the face. This is a characteristic Srixon has maintained for years, and it is a huge positive.
Distance and ball speed were impressive, especially during our review conditions (January in Chicagoland). Even in colder weather, the Srixon ZX MKII driver offered higher-than-normal ballspeeds in relation to our swing speed average. There’s no doubt this driver will be a monster in warmer conditions.
Our review model was equipped with a HZRDUS Smoke RDX Red shaft, which aided in producing higher-than-expected launch. While this might not be the ideal fit for our reviewer’s swing, it was abundantly clear that the MKII has no problem getting the golf ball airborne. The adjustable weight and hosel in the clubhead can be fine-tuned to adjust for any golf balls that ballooned into the air, for example.
Srixon ZX MKII adjustable weight.
Srixon ZX MKII driver face.
Overall Impression
Even with only a few swings during the offseason, the Srixon ZX MKII driver was impressive and seemed to deliver on the promise of higher ball speed, higher launch, and adequate forgiveness. As with any new driver, dialing in the proper shaft and clubhead combo is vital in order to reap maximum benefits from this excellent driver upgrade.
