Brand: Taylormade
Model: GAPR Mid
Type: Utility Iron
Loft: 18 Degree
Shaft: KBS Hybrid FST 80 | X
Shaft Flex: Extra Stiff
Shaft Material: Graphite
Length: Standard
Adjustments: No
Grip: Golf Pride Z Grip Align
Grip Size: Standard
Headcover Included: Yes
Wrench Included: No
Condition Guide
Head: 7/10 - Good
Shaft: 7/10 - Good
Grip: 7/10 - Good
The TaylorMade GAPR MID Utility Hybrid is a versatile, iron-inspired golf club designed to bridge the distance gap between traditional long irons and fairway woods. Combining the controlled appearance of a driving iron with the forgiveness and launch characteristics of a hybrid, the GAPR MID offers an excellent solution for golfers seeking greater consistency and versatility at the top of their bag.
Featuring SpeedFoam Technology, a hollow-body construction, Speed Pocket and adjustable Loft Sleeve, the TaylorMade GAPR MID delivers a powerful combination of ball speed, forgiveness and trajectory control. Its medium-width sole and confidence-inspiring profile make it equally useful for controlled tee shots, long approaches and demanding fairway shots.
Versatile Iron-Hybrid Design
The TaylorMade GAPR MID combines characteristics of a traditional long iron and a modern hybrid.
Its iron-inspired topline and face profile provide a familiar appearance at address, while the deeper body and wider sole offer additional forgiveness.
This combination makes the club particularly appealing to golfers who prefer the control of an iron but want greater launch assistance.
The GAPR MID is designed to fill a specific distance gap without requiring golfers to choose between a conventional driving iron and a larger wood-shaped hybrid.
Advanced SpeedFoam Technology
The GAPR MID incorporates TaylorMade's innovative SpeedFoam Technology, also featured in the brand's premium P790 iron designs.
A specially engineered foam material is injected into the hollow clubhead, supporting the thin face construction while managing unwanted vibrations.
This allows the face to deliver strong ball-speed performance without sacrificing impact feel.
The result is a responsive, solid sensation that combines the power of a hollow-body club with the feedback associated with an iron.
Hollow-Body Construction
The TaylorMade GAPR MID features a hollow-body design engineered to improve launch, forgiveness and distance.
Its enclosed construction allows weight to be distributed strategically throughout the clubhead, helping create a more effective centre of gravity.
The hollow structure also supports a flexible face, contributing to strong ball-speed performance.
For golfers who struggle to generate consistent distance with traditional long irons, this design provides additional confidence and playability.
Speed Pocket Technology
A key feature of the GAPR MID is TaylorMade's renowned Speed Pocket, positioned along the sole behind the clubface.
This engineered slot allows the lower portion of the face to flex more efficiently during impact.
The technology is particularly beneficial when the golf ball is struck low on the face, a common occurrence with longer clubs.
By helping preserve ball speed on these strikes, the Speed Pocket contributes to improved distance consistency and forgiveness.
Adjustable Loft Sleeve
The TaylorMade GAPR MID features an adjustable Loft Sleeve, allowing golfers to fine-tune the club's performance.
The sleeve provides approximately ±1.5° of loft adjustment, with corresponding changes to face angle and lie characteristics.
This allows players to optimise launch, trajectory and distance gapping according to their swing and course requirements.
For golfers seeking a more personalised utility club, the adjustable hosel provides valuable fitting flexibility.
Medium-Width Sole for Improved Playability
The GAPR MID features a medium-width sole designed to provide stability and effective turf interaction.
Compared with a narrow traditional long iron, the wider sole offers additional forgiveness when striking the ball from the fairway.
Its shape helps the club move through the turf more confidently while maintaining an iron-like appearance.
This makes the GAPR MID particularly useful for golfers who want a versatile club for both tee shots and approaches.
Controlled Launch & Trajectory
The GAPR MID is engineered to provide a balanced flight that combines strong distance with useful trajectory control.
Its construction offers more launch assistance than a traditional compact driving iron while retaining a penetrating, controllable ball flight.
This makes it suitable for golfers who need a dependable option on tighter driving holes or longer approaches.
The adjustable Loft Sleeve also allows players to fine-tune their preferred launch window.
Forgiveness on Off-Centre Strikes
Long irons can be demanding when contact occurs away from the centre of the face.
The GAPR MID addresses this through its hollow-body construction, SpeedFoam support and Speed Pocket Technology.
These features work together to maintain more consistent ball speed and improve the club's overall playability.
For golfers who want long-iron-style control without the same level of difficulty, the GAPR MID offers an attractive alternative.
Confidence-Inspiring Appearance
The TaylorMade GAPR MID combines a relatively compact iron-inspired profile with the added substance of a hybrid.
Its clean topline and familiar face shape appeal to golfers who prefer the look of an iron behind the ball.
The slightly deeper body and medium-width sole provide reassurance without creating the appearance of a conventional fairway wood.
This balanced design makes the transition from mid-irons to longer clubs feel more natural.
Ideal for Tee Shots & Long Approaches
The GAPR MID is designed to perform in a variety of situations.
From the tee, it offers an alternative to a driver or fairway wood when accuracy and controlled trajectory are priorities.
From the fairway, its hollow-body construction and wider sole help golfers launch longer approach shots more confidently.
Its combination of distance, control and forgiveness makes it a useful option for golfers who regularly face demanding long-game situations.
GAPR MID vs GAPR LO & GAPR HI
TaylorMade developed the GAPR family to provide different levels of launch assistance and forgiveness.
The GAPR LO features a more compact, driving-iron-style profile intended for golfers seeking a lower, more penetrating trajectory.
The GAPR HI offers a larger, more hybrid-like design for golfers prioritising easier launch and additional forgiveness.
Positioned between the two, the GAPR MID provides a balanced combination of iron-like control, hybrid-style forgiveness and versatile launch characteristics.
Key Features
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TaylorMade GAPR MID Utility Hybrid
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Versatile driving iron and hybrid combination
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Designed to bridge long-iron and fairway-wood distance gaps
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Iron-inspired face profile and topline
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Medium-width sole for improved playability
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Advanced hollow-body construction
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TaylorMade SpeedFoam Technology
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Foam-filled head for refined sound and feel
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Responsive, powerful impact sensation
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Flexible face construction for ball speed
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Speed Pocket Technology
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Improved performance on low-face strikes
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Enhanced forgiveness and distance consistency
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Adjustable Loft Sleeve
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Approximately ±1.5° loft adjustability
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Customisable launch and trajectory
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Balanced combination of distance and control
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Confidence-inspiring profile at address
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Versatile performance from tee and fairway
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More forgiving than traditional compact long irons
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Controlled, penetrating ball-flight potential
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Suitable for demanding long approach shots
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Excellent alternative to conventional long irons
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Mid-launch positioning within the GAPR family
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