The Strata Plus adds two clubs to the 12-Piece — a Sand Wedge and a 5-Wood — which sounds like a small upgrade but changes two real situations on the course. A dedicated sand wedge makes the bunker a manageable problem instead of a crisis. A 5-wood fills the distance gap between the 3-wood and the hybrid for the golfer who's started to distinguish what they need from each club in the bag. These aren't additions for the spec sheet. They're clubs that show up in actual moments during a round.
The 14-piece configuration is a full bag — the legal maximum — without redundancy. If you're the kind of golfer who's played enough to know you want a dedicated sand club, the Plus is the right starting point over the 12-piece. If you've never thought about that distinction yet, start with the 12 and you'll understand the upgrade when you need it.
What Don says: "The sand wedge turns the 14-piece into a round-ready set. I can hand this to a golfer and honestly say they have everything they need for any situation on the course. The 12-piece golfer is still borrowing a sand club. The Plus golfer has the right tool for it."
Who this is for: Golfers who've played enough to want a sand wedge and a 5-wood in their bag but haven't committed to building a custom set yet. A better entry point than the 12-piece for golfers who've moved past complete beginner stage. Anyone who's been borrowing a sand wedge from a playing partner and is ready to own one. Available Right or Left hand.
When NOT to buy this: If you're a true beginner, start with the 12-piece — fewer clubs means clearer decisions on each shot. If you're a serious player with established swing mechanics, individual club fitting will serve you better than any packaged set.
Key specs: 14 pieces — Driver (460cc), 3-Wood, 5-Wood, 5-Hybrid, 6-9 Iron, Pitching Wedge, Sand Wedge, Putter, Stand Bag | Available Right or Left | $749.99