Mizuno ST-MAX 230
Mizuno ST-MAX 230 (2024) is a distance-focused fairway wood. It is rated for swing speeds of 80 to 115 mph and handicaps of 0 to 36. It launches mid-height with moderate spin. It listed at $330 when it launched in 2024. It has been discontinued, so it is mostly a used-club buy now.
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Mizuno ST-MAX 230 specs
Specs come from the FitMySwing catalog. Ratings out of 10 are our own.
| Brand | Mizuno |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2024 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Approx. launch price | $330 |
| Loft options | 15°, 18°, 21° |
| Head size | 185 cc |
| Adjustable | Yes |
| Face material | Maraging steel |
| Type | Distance |
| Forgiveness (MOI) | High |
| Launch | Mid |
| Spin | Mid |
| Swing speed range | 80 to 115 mph |
| Handicap range | 0 to 36 |
| Key technology | Cortech Cell face |
No longer made: look for it used.
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- Ask for photos of the face, crown and sole.
- Fake heads and shafts exist. Be wary of prices far below the others and of sellers you do not know.
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Where these specs come from
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Specs read from 2ndswing.com
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Product page globalgolf.com
Where the fit profile comes from
All fit values here are our own ratings. We couldn't read Mizuno's page for this model.
| Type | distance | Our rating |
|---|---|---|
| Launch | mid | Our rating |
| Spin | mid | Our rating |
| Forgiveness on off-centre hits (MOI) | high | Our rating |
| Handicap window | 0-36 | Our rating |
| Swing speed window | 80-115 mph | Our rating |
Who the Mizuno ST-MAX 230 suits
- Golfers who want speed and carry from the fairway or the tee.
- It is discontinued. Check the condition before you pay, and compare used prices.
Similar to the Mizuno ST-MAX 230
Picked from the catalog for a similar player and similar numbers, from more than one brand.
- Cobra OPTM XCobra2026 · $369 · 80 to 115 mph
- TaylorMade Qi4DTaylorMade2026 · $380 · 80 to 115 mph
- Mizuno JPX ONEMizuno2026 · $350 · 80 to 115 mph
- Srixon ZXi RKTSrixon2026 · $380 · 80 to 115 mph
Mizuno ST-MAX 230: common questions
Who is the Mizuno ST-MAX 230 for?
It is rated for swing speeds of 80 to 115 mph and handicaps of 0 to 36. Golfers who want speed and carry from the fairway or the tee.
How much does the Mizuno ST-MAX 230 cost?
It listed at about $330 at launch in 2024. It has been discontinued, so the price you pay now depends on the used market.
Is the Mizuno ST-MAX 230 forgiving?
Its MOI rating is high.
What are alternatives to the Mizuno ST-MAX 230?
Similar fairway woods in our catalog include the Cobra OPTM X (2026), the TaylorMade Qi4D (2026), the Mizuno JPX ONE (2026) and the Srixon ZXi RKT (2026).
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