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Tour Edge Hot Launch E522 Women's Irons w/ Graphite Shafts

The E522 Iron offers the game-changing Houdini Sole in conjunction with a super-shallow face, slice-fighting offset designs and heel weighting for added draw bias. These amped-up iron-wood designs put a major emphasis on ease of launch, playability and correcting miss-hits and slices to go straighter for the ultimate in ease of use.

Houdini Sole Technology

The raised steel mass area of the Houdini Sole at the rear of the clubhead reduces the amount of sole area to reduce drag and turf interaction. The Houdini Sole design element has proven to be one of the most effective technologies at getting balls out of tough lies by reducing turf interaction by 35%.

Hollow-Body Design

Hollow-body perimeter weighting produces distance properties of a metalwood in an iron design for maximum ball speed. The hollow-body design makes for an extremely low and back Center of Gravity, helping to create a very forgiving and powerful face.

Shallow Cup Forged Face

The super-shallow Cup Face design in the Hot Launch E522 Iron produces higher launch angles and extreme ease of launch. This super-thin forged face design produces the pinnacle of extreme ease of launch, increased apex heights, hang time and distance.

Slice-Fighting Offset Design

The offset design of the E522 Iron works in conjunction with the heel weight in the clubhead to help players avoid hitting slices and to increase launch conditions.

Premium Mitsubishi Fubuki HL and KBS MAX 80 Shafts

The E Series iron comes stock with a FUBUKI HL graphite shaft by Mitsubishi that ranges from 50-grams to 60-grams depending on the flex. It is also available in a KBS MAX 80 steel shaft.  

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Tour Edge Hot Launch E523 Women's Iron-Wood Sets

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These hollow iron-wood designs put a major emphasis on ease of launch, playability and correcting miss-hits and slices to go straighter for the ultimate in ease of use.

The improved hollow-body design of the Hot Launch E523 Iron features the game-changing Houdini Sole in conjunction with a super-shallow face, slice-fighting offset designs and heel weighting for added draw bias.

Houdini Sole Technology – The Houdini Sole is a raised steel mass area at the rear of the clubhead, as well as a curved leading edge under the face. The patented Houdini Sole reduces the amount of sole area to reduce drag and turf interaction by 35% and is instrumental in significantly altering the CG placement of the E523 Iron, making it one the highest launching and easiest to hit irons ever produced.

Hollow-Body Perimeter Weighting - Hollow-body perimeter weighting produces distance properties of a metalwood in an iron-like design. Hollow-body perimeter weighting produces maximum ball speed off an iron. The hollow-body design makes for an extremely low and back CG, helping to create a very forgiving and powerful face.

Shallow Face / Offset Design - The super-shallow face coupled with an offset design are designed for extreme playability and high-flying launch characteristics. The offset design acts as built-in slice fighting technology, squaring the clubhead at impact to produce anti-slice ball flights. The extremely shallow face produces higher launch angles and extreme ease of launch with extreme forgiveness.

Concave Body Design – A new concave design added to the E523 Iron creates our best-looking hollow-body iron-wood to date. The concave treatment to the shape of the E523 Iron creates a smaller topline, and a less visible backend for a more compact look at address, while still providing the forgiveness and ease of launch that our iron-woods have become famous for.

  Ultra-Light Premium Shafts - The E523 Iron comes stock with the super-light UST Mamiya HL-SST graphite shaft by that range from 45 to 60 grams depending on the flex. It is also available in a True Temper XP-85 steel shaft.

The UST Mamiya HL-SST shafts feature Stabilized Shaft Tech, a softer tip and a mid-range flex. Stabilized Shaft Tech is an added cross weave that reduces ovaling for better stability during the loading and unloading of the shaft.

Available Lofts in Right-Handed: #3/20-degree, #4/23-degree, #5/26-degree, #6/29-degree, #7/32-degree, #8/36-degree, #9/40-degree, P/44-degree, A/49-degree

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Tour Edge Hot Launch C522 Irons Review

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The Tour Edge Hot Launch C522 irons are long and consistent.  A great game improvement iron at an affordable price.

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Introduction

As we enter a new year, golf welcomes in a fresh crop of beginners.  At the same time, legions of longtime players are looking to remake their bags.  Almost everyone in both groups is searching for the same thing: more distance.  For all those golfers, Tour Edge offers the Hot Launch C522 irons.

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The stout top line is the dominant visual trait of the Hot Launch C522 irons.  There’s also a healthy dose of offset and a heightened heel, but everything is colored by the beefy top line.  Looking down at this iron makes me feel like I’m swinging a sledge hammer – in a good way.  I know that even an imperfect strike is going to do some damage.

In the bag, the Hot Launch C522 irons have a standard game improvement look.  There’s quite a bit of branding – Tour Edge Hot Launch across the middle, C522 on the toe, and Vibrcor closer to the sole.  A deep cavity is somewhat hidden among the numerous levels and finishes.  Two splashes of bright blue round out a fairly busy visual package.

Sound & Feel

The Tour Edge Hot Launch C522 irons produce a very enjoyable feel at impact .  Striking the ball well feels very solid with just a touch of quick .  This blends harmoniously with a low pitched, medium-low volume impact sound.

Feedback is clear but not painful in both the hands and ears .  The sound of mishits is thinner than pure strikes, but it’s not discordant.  Similarly, off-center shots aren’t as solid, but they don’t sting.

Performance

Tour Edge touts the Hot Launch C522 irons as “high-tech distance iron[s] with enhanced forgiveness for competitive golfers.”  This description is spot on.

The specs on the Hot Launch C522 irons are “Power Lofted” per Tour Edge.  You should understand this to mean that the lofts are very strong.  When you combine these strong lofts with a very low center of gravity, the result is extreme ball speed and distance.  I was hitting the C522 8-iron past my gamer 7I with playable spin .  That second part needs to be repeated: with playable spin.  That extends to the long irons which, when struck well, fly for days but don’t roll forever.

Of course, long is only good if it’s consistent, and the Hot Launch C522 irons are that.  Thanks to the 360 Degree Undercut Cavity and Toe Weighted Design, you can hit the ball thin or off-center and still get a great result .  Ball speed, launch angle, and spin rates were all very robust in my testing.

Tour Edge also notes the “Wide Sole Design” of the C522 irons.  I noticed the effects of this on both mats and grass.  This iron simply does not want to dig .  If you hit a lot of fat shots, these are definitely worthy of consideration.  The flipside is that the wider sole makes them slightly harder to flight down.

Similarly, the Hot Launch C522 irons want to go straight or draw slightly .  If you like point-and-shoot irons, these are going to hit the mark for you.  I was able to hit cuts and lower the trajectory, but it took some effort as that’s not what these are built for.

Tour Edge offers the Hot Launch C522 with two stock shaft options .  If you want steel, there’s the KBS Max 80, a fairly lightweight option.  For players seeking to cut even more weight, the graphite shaft is the Mitsubishi Fubuki HL.  Depending on the flex, this shaft weighs between 50 and 60 grams.

In the past, Tour Edge has bragged that “Pound for pound, nothing else comes close.”  I humbly submit a slightly modified version for the Hot Launch C522 irons: “The dollar-for-dollar distance champ.”  If you’re looking for a long, forgiving iron that isn’t going to break the bank, you are not going to find anything better.

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214 Comments

How would you compare these to the Cleveland XL launchers you tested in terms of dispersion, forgiveness, easy to hit, etc?

They’re both in the same range in most respects. I think the C522 will probably be a bit longer for most.

Getting back into playing more and been looking to update my 1992 Titlesist blades for a few years now but haven’t been able to decide…the C522 irons look like a perfect fit, l like to hit a tight draw and could definitely use a bit more consistency.*

The C522 look like great irons for an 80 year old golfer like me,

New irons are in my near future and I’m debating between these and TM M4’s. I know you’ve reviewed both. Any thoughts?

My advice is always to test both and get fit. Both sets are very good, very forgiving.

How would this compare with my Cleveland Launcher HB turbo irons with graphite shafts? I am 55 years of age.

I have a full review of the Cleveland Launcher HB Turbo irons here: https://pluggedingolf.com/cleveland-launcher-hb-turbo-irons-review/

You are better off getting pxg 0211 dualcore they are 77 a club right now or 770 for 4 they lw. 10 clubs they are great clubs. I’m sure these are ok but pxg took pings engineers and when you order your clubs they are built by those engineers in America not mass produced elsewhere like Titleist TaylorMade etc.

Price for a full set? Grafhite. 4,5,6,7,8,9 PW and SW. Delivered to Sweden

You would need to contact Tour Edge for the cost with international shipping.

Are these stiff shaft as thats all i use ???…whats the cost for a full iron set with stiff shafts please ???

I tested these irons with stiff shafts.

Whats the cost of shipping full set of irons to England/UK ????

You would need to contact Tour Edge for that information.

Thanks for the review. They look nice. I would prefer these over the other set.

Why is it difficult to get your edge irons in left handed Specifications

How would these compare to the Ping G425’s?

We have a full review of the G425 irons here: https://pluggedingolf.com/ping-g425-irons-review/

Thank you for your review. I’m a 25 handicapper, deciding on whether to choose the E522 or C522. Is the target of the E522 high handicappers like me or mid…….?

The E is the much more forgiving option. If you see yourself staying in that handicap range, I think the E will probably be more fun to play.

These sound like great fun, I’d love a set of the C522 irons.

Would love The C522 irons with kbs 80 max stiff shafts sounds like it would help my game as a senior player. With forgiveness and accuracy.

Thank for the review. Would love to win these have a buddy who is just starting out, would let him have them.

I have a horrible back. I got a set of the E522’s. Super forgivng and get the ball up in a hurry whithout digging in. Dispertion is excellent as is spin rate. And all their clubs are guaranteed for life!!! WOW. I dont care if a club looks “chunky”(the rear) as long as it performes and these do.

I’m in need of irons that will give me more distance while offering forgiveness. After 2 back surgeries I’m always on the lookout for any tech that will help my game. These cavity back irons with a wide sole sound like what I need! I’d use the KBS Max 80 stiff shafts with these.

Use really been trying to expand the brands I like, or we’ll atleast would like to demo. Tour Edge is really starting to grow on me. This review just nails it home for me. I’m at the point I don’t play nearly as much as I used to, but when I do I want to still have fun and be competitive with my friends. These irons sound perfect for that! Definitely on my list of irons I would love to swing. Thanks for a great review.

Great review on these forgiving clubs. I might have check these out and at that price point it’s a win win situation. Definitely could use more distance as I’m getting a bit older and losing speed. And forgiveness is always a big plus.

While as a 17 hdcp the E522 might still be the “smart” option, I’ve never seemed to get along with any sort of hybrid or hybrid style iron so the C522 sound like it would be a good fit. I’m currently using W/S D200 irons and I’m betting that newer designs/tech in this line would offer some more forgiveness.

These look promising

Would love to give these a place in my bag. I’ve owned Tour Edge woods in the past, but not the irons. The C522 seems to fit my game better than the E522’s.

I would love to e able to play the C522, this seems to be the greatest fit for me!!!!

These look good. I would think this set would help my consistency as I try to drop my handicap.

Tour edge is a very under the radar brand they are made in the u s a the hybrid model are very forgiving but seem to not quite go as far and a bit chunky around the green I have hit lots of brands tour edge can cater to low handicap and to high handicap players

Love the review of TE C523. Used to game Bazookas so very familiar with their product (Illinois bias). Gaming older AP1 710s, but the CE22 sounds like a great upgrade.

The C522’s would be a good fit for me. I need a bit of forgiveness but would like to keep some length as I age. I would like to hit these and see how they feel and react off the ground.

Enter me for the C522 irons please

Would love to get my hands on a set to help improve my game!

I like the c irons, I just can’t get used to the look of the E’s. I’d like the c for the contest

I’d love to try the C522.

C series please

How do these irons compare to the Srixon ZX5.

We have a review of the ZX5 here: https://pluggedingolf.com/srixon-zx5-irons-review/

Are the c522 and 521 midsize ?

I’d say they’re large game improvement, bordering on super game improvement.

Great review on the C522 irons. They sound very conducive to my game .

Sign me up for the opportunity to win a set of Tour Edge C522 irons. Thanks for all the reviews you provide us on golf clubs and accessories.

The C series would really help my game! Thanks!

Of the two the C522 fit my game the best. At my age the strong loft with thinner face and filled cavity are an advantage for slowing swing speeds. I liked the part describing “less dig”. I live in the Northwest where there is winter golf but there is also a lot of rain so courses are on the wet to very soggy side. I played last Saturday with a day of sun but not enough of them to dry the course. 80% of fairway irons were like playing bunker shots. Club soles that take a nice divot in summer dive deep in soggy wet taking a lot of club speed with it. C522 describe well to fit what I can use all around my iron game. Can use the 4-PW in senior/A flex.

It would be great to have a set of the C522.

Luv the c 522! Fits right in with my needs. I now use mavrixs which I find not so game improving and think that this left handed would do better with c 522 from tour edge!

I’d love to try the C522’s

I bought what I think was one of, if not the first, Tour Edge offering, the maroon headed Driver, 3 metal and 4 metal several years ago (maybe 25?) Still swing the 4 metal! Would love to try the C522’s with the graphite shafts, would seem to be a good fit for this aging golfer! Thanks!

I picked up a Tour Edge C271 hybrid last year and it is by far the best club in my bag. I absolutely crush that thing. I am interested in trying out the Woods and irons and as a 20 handicapper, I think I’m improving rapidly enough that the C series would be a really excellent step up from my Cleveland irons.

Very nice review, I’m especially interested that these irons retain spin well. I’d be curious to see how these work with the KBS shafts, even if they didn’t fit great for my they’d likely be perfect for my brother.

I recently purchased the Launch C522 3 wood and love it! At 69 years old, the high launch draw flight these irons and hybrids produce would suit my game perfectly. Do they come in a hybrid set?

As I’m coming off back surgery, I will need the added distance and forgiveness of the C522s. I’ve also noticed the feel of graphite shafted irons is a bit less jolting than steel. Thanks for review

Definitely enter me for the C522 set with the graphite shafts! Great looking!

I saw a review for these clubs on youtube recently and they looked excellent, i think the c522 80 g shaft would suit me.

I would love these C522s. I really like your review and currently can’t afford new irons. Currently using preowned Taylor Made from 3 generations ago.

Tour Edge C522 sounds like a great option for us Senior golfers, just the ticket for having fun.

C522 are what I have been looking for! I’ve had several Tour Edge woods and was pleased with the outcome but I do like to tinker with golf clubs so I’m always trying clubs out. Presently hitting PXG 0211dc and would love to have the C522!!! I always love your unbiased reviews

I would be a candidate for these irons. 18 handicap needing help and distance.

A loyal follower of PIG here, including podcasts. Have had Tour Edge woods over the years and currently have a hybrid. As I am on the cusp of turning 70 and would like irons with more forgiveness but don’t need a full set of hybrids, the c522s in graphite would be excellent. Thanks for the opportunity.

Put me down for the E522 with senior flex graphite shafts. Seventy-one years young and just started playing again after a 13 year hiatus. As a Clint Eastwood character says, ” a man has to know his limitations.”

Would love the C522 irons

If I win the contest I would love to have the C522s.

Tour Edge Hot Launch C522 Irons. Very nice irons. As a 72 year old, I would love to have a set of them. Thank you for the contest!!!*

at every turn I think that Tour Edge gets underrated for their performance. As far as this category of irons goes, it sounds like these will once again be an amazing set of irons that would help any golfer, namely me, have more fun and score better. I would love to bag a set of C522’s!

The sound like a good solid set of irons.

The C522s would be a great one for me! I would like to enter the drawing for those!

C522 for me.

I’d love a set of these Hot Launch C522 irons with the Mitsubishi Fubuki HL shafts. They’d pair nicely with my Tour Edge putter!

I would really like to have the C522 irons. I am a high handicapper and never hit irons that well. Trying to get over shoulder surgery now so I know my score will go up more.*

Based upon my game I believe the C522 to be a better option for me. Since I have a strong grip and I roll my arms a good bit, the offset might produce a bit too much draw/hook. A flatter lie than standard would probably compensate. Great looking clubs!

love to own the c522 irons*

The C522 irons are precisely the clubs I have been waiting for from Tour Edge. They look like distance/players irons (that’s right; not players distance – there is a difference) with a slightly wider top line than anything else in their iron line-up. As a 7 handicap 68 year-old, I must grudgingly graduate to a set of irons that gives me a bit more distance and, I trust, a slightly higher launch angle. I can still swing a stiff shaft, but now need the boost these irons appear to promise. Sign me up!

Looks like the C522’s are more my fit. I’d love to give them a try. It would be an upgrade for sure from what I’m currently playing.*

I was leaning towards the C’s .Now I’ve made up my mind with those Fubukis . Nice review.

Sounds like everything that I’d want in an iron: “maximum distance “, “consistent “, “very enjoyable feel”, “ with playable spin”, “does not want to dig”, “draw slightly “. The C522 irons would be a great fit. Please consider me in your Tour Edge Hot Launch Giveaway. Thanks!

Tour Edge has really targeted senior golfers. I think it’s a smart strategy and as I’m part of that demographic ( age 68) I’m always eager to read the reviews. I have a set of their wedges that I like better than old Callaway X16s. Having said that I’m in a very large senior golf league (160 players) and I don’t see many playing their irons or woods. I would be interested in trying either set but would lean toward the C522s with the Mitsubishi shafts. Call me old fashioned but I just can’t look down at a wedge and see the hybrid bulge.

C series iron sound great for me. Tour Edge makes great clubs at a great price; really a good value.*

Would love these irons to increase my distance and get on the par 4 greens in 2. Very keen to reduce my handicap. These clubs seem they would help me do that.

Please enter me in the give away for these C522s. They look great!

Definitely would go with C522 over the E522 for my game. Forgiveness, confidence at address, distance gains plus playable spin?! Great combination that should appease many golfers, including yours truly. Thanks for the review and contest!

Based on the specs for the C522 versus the E522, I got to say the C522 would fit my game better. I would definitely want the graphite shafts as I am 73 years old and my swing speed is slowing down a little more each year. I am currently swinging Callaways that are fitted to be two degrees flat with “senior” shafts. *

The C522 Irons with the Mitsubishi Fubuki High Launch Graphite shafts would fit my game the best! I’m 68 but have a good Iron Game and could utilize a New Set of Irons. Utilizing my OLD TaylorMade Irons presently. Thank You for the offer and Please continue the emails. JM*

Please enter me for a set. Thanks!

Haven’t hit tour edge in 12 or 13 years. When their drivers were the best! Full REFUND if not satisfied!! These irons look good, I will give them a test try.*

If the C522 irons can hit straight or even have a draw bias then these must be the clubs for me. I presume being a little older now with a slow swing club head speed the graphite shafts would also help for a better trajectory and a little more distance.

How do I enter for the giveaway irons*

Thinking the C would be a super set for a gentleman trying to lower his handicap/ thanks*

I’d love to try the C522 in a stiff flex steel. 5 handicap 71 years young…..*

The C522 irons would work great with my Tour Edge rescues.

The C series would be great in my bag. Two years ago I switched out my Ping Eye 2’s for a used set of Tour Edge HL irons. Wow! Straighter and longer! I know technology has made an even bigger difference. As a senior golfer and golf instructor/coach, I would very much appreciate using and promoting these irons.

I would love to have a free set of C522 irons especially since this great website has already cost me money. (Must resist reviews😀)

Great review on the C522 irons. These appeal to me.

I think the C series would be a benefit to me

The E522 irons are interesting, but I prefer these C522 irons more. I always appreciate the Plugged In Golf reviews. Thanks, Matt.

Reading your review has convinced me that these irons (C522) would be just what I have been looking for . Heres hoping My choice would be C522 with graphite lite flex shafts

I would like to enter the competition for a set of irons, and would choose to receive the Hot Launch E522 Irons, if successful, as I believe they would help a high handicapper such as me. I hope to hear from you.

I would love to have a set of the E522 irons, the looks are amazing and using the irons would be very intriguing.*

CS522 fits my game better

Hot Launch C522 definitely want to hit these. Look great and sound like a must hit.*

C522s for me please. Been a big fan of Tour Edge for a long time and have had their hybrids or 3 woods in the bag for years. Also have used their cb proh 4 iron. Dave Glod makes great stuff.

I would like to try the C522 irons.*

Thanks for the awesome review – clear and concise! I’d choose the C522s over the E522s any day. I haven’t gotten used to the hybrid design yet.

My years ambition is to go from 20 h/cap to get down to minis 12 , I believe the C522 irons fitted with a soft regular shafts .would be a great asset in me achieving my goal by the end of the year, ( 68 years young )

Thank you for the informative review.

I would be to be considered for a C522 set with my thanks.

C522 irons would really help my iron game.

C522 sounds right for me. The Statements that stood out to me in your review were Point and Shoot, Playable spin and doesn’t dig. I also appreciate a company that makes good products at a reasonable price point too! All things I am looking for. Thanks for the opportunity and review.*

C522 would be for me

Great reviews of Tour Edge irons. Please enter me for a set of the C522 irons with graphite shafts.*

C522s fit my game better. Graphite shaft with senior flex. I currently use Cleveland irons and they have always worked great but are over 20 years old so maybe the new technology would be even better.

C522s fit my game better. Graphit shaft with senior flex. I currently use Cleveland irons and they have always worked great but are over 20 years old so maybe the new technology would be even better.

C522s fit my game better. Graphit shaft with senior flex. I currently use Cleveland irons and they have always worked great but are over 20 years old so maybe the new technology would be even better.*

C522s fit my game better. Graphit shaft with senior flex.*

The C522 iron set would be a great addition to my bag. I had the opportunity to demo these sticks. Great irons. Hope to have them in my bag! The C522 are a better fit for my game.

The C522s sound like a good fit for my game. Need the extra distance as I’ve gotten older and I rarely try to shape a shot. Please enter me in the contest.

The E522’s are exactly what I’m looking for

The C model would be the set I am interested in

Of the 2 new iron models, the C522 is the one I would choose. It looks like a solid competitor in the GI category.

I would definitely rock the C series. Tour edge always makes quality clubs

I would love a set of the C522 giveaway! As a relatively new golfer, I think the E’s would still benefit my game as well… but as my game improves, these C522’s might be a great fit!

have seen the irons in the club house and really like there looks and feel still gaming my old 2013 mizuno ez irons and ready for a new set always look forward to your reviews, thanks a mil

As a senior golfer the blades I use fly shorter every season. It’s time to look into game improvement clubs. The C522 irons would probably help a lot.

I like the wide sole design.

Oh, how I NEED a set of clubs that “promise” loft and distance. And they look good too!

C522 please. Graphite

These would be ideal for my son. Is the power loft idea changing the idea of club gapping, or just marketing.

Would love a set of the C522 stiff shaft! Love this company that is local to me.

C522 irons look like a great option for my game.

looks like a great set if irons. would want the graphite shafts though for weight savings

C522 fits my game better. Graphite shaft senior flex. Currently using Cleveland irons and they have always worked great but are over 20 years old and the new technology could be even better.*

After reading both reviews, it sounds like the C522’s are similar to my current irons. And until I can break 100 consistently, I’d probably be better off playing with something like the E522’s. Wish me look in the contest!

Always looking for an edge. Excited to try the Tour Edge E522 Irons.*

The C522 sound like the exact replacement for my APEX hybrids and my Big Bertha irons. I play 3 times a week and on the Florida fairways the hybrids are hard to hit! Your review indicated the C522 irons have offset, which I need to reduce my fade, otherwise I play the ball further forward in my stance to help close the face during impact . As I continue to review and follow the Tour Edge clubs my impression is changing from a low cost set of clubs to competing with the larger marketing brands. I would like be an ambassador for Tour Edge clubs in the area of The Villages, Florida.*

Your description of the C522 irons made it sound like they would fit my game very well. I use Tour Edge hybrids for my 3 and 4 iron and have had good success with them – the irons would be a nice complement for my bag.

C522 seems like they would be a good fit

I especially like the forgiveness along with the extra distance. The C522 irons would be perfect for my game.

I’m looking for help with my game. The Tour Edge e irons might do the trick

These irons look awesome and put you in attack mode. I’d love to get more distance as I’m a senior and could use all the help they afford.

I would definitely like to win a set of C522 irons. My 22 year old Ping I3 Blades with X stiff shafts need to be donated to the Smithsonian! At age 66, I’m needing a little love from my irons. Plus I like the available custom length, like angle,and grip size options.

I would love a set of the C522 irons.

Excellent review. Will definitely take a serious look at these clubs.

The review of the C522 from Tour Edge seems like a tool I could use to lower my 19 handicap. I would love a set with graphite shafts.

Leaving a comment to shamelessly enter the iron set giveaway 😉😄😄

Tried a demo of a Tour Edge iron a few years ago and unfortunately it came with the wrong shaft (steel, stiff and I play graphite, regular or even senior) so I couldn’t give it a fair shake…….

Have played their fairway woods and really liked them!

Would love to see if the new Tour Edge irons can best my PXGs!!??!! 👍

I’d love to win the C552. Thanks!

Would love to win the C522 irons. I just turned 68 and could use an upgraded set of irons that are easy to hit and give me some extra distance.*

All of my non-irons have ben Hot Launch by Tour Edge for 3 years now and I would love to have the C522 irons (6-SW) in my bag. As an 82 year old I think this would be a great way to start 2022.

C522, senior flex. Looks like a nice set.

I would love the Hot Launch C522 irons, I have used tour edge clubs over the years and always been a big fan of the hybrids and the fairway metals so this would be a nice addition to my set

Would love to try the C522 irons. I have a Tour Edge Putter I really like. These sound like they would be a good replacement for my 10+ year old Nike irons.

I choose the C522. The C22 looks like a good iron for my game. I like that they minimize sting, have a wide sole, and offer a graphite shaft.

Looking for a new set of irons my Mizuno are 6 years old. I am not getting any younger forgiveness is what I need. C522 will do .

Remind me of the Rogue X irons, but with slightly weaker lofts. My first irons were Tour Edge. They have come a long way and these look like they would be fun to play with.

Looked at tour edge irons a few times. I’m intrigued by their technology. Wide sole should help game or lack there of My driver is exs220 which I really like. Thanks for a chance plugingolf.

C522 please

First ever review on PIG, so here goes. You know how your wife brags about how much money she saves you when she comes home with a load of clothes or shoes. Now it’s our chance. Buy these wonderful Tour Edge clubs & tell her how much money you saved her. She’ll probably send you back out to get the Tour Edge driver to save even more. Honestly, the whole lineup of these Tour Edge clubs looks amazing. And as mentioned earlier the price is fantastic. Best “BANG FOR THE BUCK” out there.

PS, don’t enter me into the contest though as I’ve been blessed & actually have the C522s sitting in a cart at TGW.com right now. I’m considering what other Tour Edge stuff I want, I mean need.

Love your reviews, btw.

c522 is what I need as I get older, I need more distance and consistency.

The C522 irons would be the best fit for me.

C522s look like my kind of iron.

Definitely would like a set of c22 ladies right hand

Thanks for the dual reviews. I would live a set of the E522. Looks like that is the one tat would benefit me the most.

Your Edge makes quality equipment that performs exactly as advertised. Would proud to play them!!!

Would love a set of C522s to improve my game!

The E522 irons look like the ticket. I learned to golf in the high desert air in New Mexico and i still have trouble getting elevation on my irons. I think that these would help me get the elevation now that I have retired in Georgia.

I would lean towards the C522i rons. As I’m getting older, I’m not ready to LET THE OLD MAN IN! No offense towards anyone choosing the E522 irons, but I’m not quite ready to give up any extra distance if I can still gain distance from my irons. Great review!

Have the tour edge pro woods and are fantastic, these would round my bag out nicely! Great to see so many reviews

522s look very interesting

I like the look of these. I suspect the feel would be excellent.

The C522 ‘s appeal to me. I think these equipped with graphite shafts would be just the ticket for an aging golfer like myself. Would love to give them a try.

I would love to win the c522 irons. They look like a good fit

The C522’s look the business, would love to take them out for a round.

I am currently looking for a new set of irons to replace my old Adams. Tour Edge was one of the manufacturers that I was considering. After reading your review I could really see myself playing a set of C522’s. I think it’s great that they can offer a quality product at a reasonable price.

Matt, your review has me wanting to demo these irons badly. They seem to be just what would fit my game–need more forgiveness and distance–being a “Super Senior”. Sadly, there is no demo scheduled for anywhere near the Florida panhandle and the C522 isn’t yet available on Tour Edge’s Trial program. But, it’s still early in the season, so I have hope.

C522 would work well for me.

I am a senior golfer who took up the game late in life. The C522 irons would help me improve even more and maybe shoot lower scores, which would be great. I would be the envy of my golfing buddies if I won these irons.

I’d like the E522 irons

If I am lucky enough to win a beautiful set of Tour Edge irons, I would like the C522’s

Always been curious about the Tour Edge offerings, but have never had a chance to try them out. If I were fortunate to be chosen, I believe the appropriate set would be the C522 set with the graphite shaft stiff configuration, standard lie and length. Thanks for creating the opportunity for a lucky individual, and keep up the great work you all do, as always !

I would like the tour edge e522 set.

The C522 look and sound like an awesome iron. I’m sure these would be a real stroke shaver from the get go!

If love a set of the C522’s to help senior gain back some consistency…

Can’t believe how strong the lofts are getting. I’d love to have the C522s

I would love to win a set of the C522. Thanks!

C522 would be the ones that would fit my game

C522! 7 handicap currently gaming Titleist 718 AP1’s. Play a Tour Edge 5 wood. Only club that never gets changed out. Could use a little more distance, but for sure more height. Thanks!

I vote for the C522 . I have been learning with the Tour Edge H3 and HL4. I think the C522 could help me be a little longer. I hit the HL3 TourEdge 7 a very high 150 yds. I really want to try the new driver to see if I can get more yardage off the tee.

The older I get the more I like Tour Edge clubs, C522’s please.

I would enjoy playing the C522’s with the KBS max80 shaft. The clubs sound like a blessing for a trench digger.

My steel shaft EXS may need to give way to some graphite shaft c522, more forgiveness, higher launch, longer and better for my aging hands and wrists… I love Tour Edge!

I’d love to have the C522 iron in my bag. Those look like they’d produce a ton of confidence at address.

Presently, I use Ping G400 irons and have been considering the C522 irons to improve my distance and control. At 75 years old much distance and control has been lost. Of all the new iron sets for a high/mid handicapper, the C522 irons would greatly improve my game. Thank you for considering my request!!!

Senior graphite shafts would be the best for my slower swing speed.

great review as usual, have the TEE hybrid and love it. c522’s please

Tour edge please. My game needs a boost lol

The c522 sounds promising, especially because you noted the distance and spin gain from your seven iron versus eight iron shot. It sounds like a year 522 is a more forgiving clubhead. Think I’m past that. Thank you. Oh, and if you would like to ship the clubs to me this weekend I’d be happy to take them, lol.

The C522 certainly sound like the clubs I need to improve my game especially with the lighter graphite shafts. Without doubt these would look great in my bag and even better in my hands.

I’d like to see how the C522 with graphite shafts would help my game.

C522 would be my choice

I would love to win the Tour Edge C522 irons with graphite regular shafts, I am 74 with a high handicap. I play the short to medium holes in Dothan, Alabama. I have never bought a new set of irons. Tour Edge is an excellent brand.

I’d love to try the C522’s

The C522 look great. Have had Touredge fairways for years. Would love these irons in senior flex.

Not only are these good looking, the engineering premise fits a duffer like me.

I currently use the Tour Edge Exotic irons (2017?). Would like a full set of C522s. Might look at the C722’s @ a later date. 78 and still trying.

I recently purchased a set of C522 irons with the Mitsubishi Fubuki Senior Flex shaft. When I received the clubs, I was surprised the shafts were white. Is this unusual?

Look great! Where can I try them?

Any Tour Edge dealer should have them.

How do these compare to the Wilson steel D9 in your opinion for a bogie golfer ?

Thanks John

I did not test the D9, but Matt Meeker has a review of them here: https://pluggedingolf.com/wilson-staff-d9-irons-review/

I am just now getting into golf and have been playing with my husbands former clubs, I can’t even remember what they are, but he just purchased the C522 ladies irons, 5-PW plus AW and a hybrid. I have been able to hit his clubs but have not perfected them.

I am hoping these are going to help me improve my game.

Are these all female clubs?

No, these are not “female clubs”.

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"THE EASIEST IRON  YOU WILL EVER HIT."

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PATENTED HOUDINI SOLE DRAMATICALLY MOVES WEIGHT LOW AND DEEP FOR EXTREMELY HIGH MOI AND THE EASIEST LAUNCH POSSIBLE

HOLLOW BODY PERIMETER WEIGHTING CREATES DISTANCE PROPERTIES OF A METALWOOD FOR MAXIMUM BALL SPEED AND DISTANCE

NEW 524 SHAPING INCLU DES MORE WEIGHT LOWER IN THE HEAD FOR A HIGHER MOI AND A HIGHER LAUNCH

SUPER SHALLOW FACE COMPARED TO A TRADITIONAL IRON LAUNCHES THE BALL WITH EASE TO CREATE HIGHER-FLYING, LONGER SHOTS

HEEL WEIGHTED SLICE-FIGHTING DESIGN SQUARES THE CLUB FOR DRAW BIAS THAT KEEPS TEE SHOTS FROM GOING RIGHT

COMBO SETS COMBINE E 524  HYBRIDS AND IRON-WOODS TO CREATE THE PERFECT SET FOR YOUR GAME.

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The ALDILA ASCENT PL provides lightweight performance with faster club head speeds without sacrificing feel. ASCENT PL technology is designed to resist ovaling, keeping the club head in position and creating more center-face contact.

The True Temper Elevate MPH 95 steel shaft is designed to combat the low spin industry trend. Elevate MPH (Maximum Peak Height) is the lightest and highest launching Elevate shaft ever made, allowing for maximum speed and carry distance.

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Tour Edge Hot Launch C524 Iron Review

I had never struck a Tour Edge golf club before the Hot Launch C524 Irons arrived on my doorstep, so I was keen to see if they could perform as well as some of the best irons on the market for a fraction of the price.

Retailing for just $79.99/£65.00 per iron, the price tag certainly caught my eye as many irons in this category sell for far more than double that price. On first inspection out of the box, there were no signs of why that may be from an aesthetic point of view. Each iron was beautifully finished and looked great when I put them down in the playing position. A generous blade length and ample offset let me know that these were irons designed with playability in mind, but overall the dimensions and proportions were excellent and framed the ball nicely.

From a shelf appeal point of view, it is a case of nearly but not quite for me. I am generally someone who appreciates a minimalist approach to looks when it comes to golf equipment and the C524 irons are just a touch fussy for my tastes from the back. I don’t mind a subtle accent color but the bright blue badge just wasn’t for me, although that is just personal preference and some players may love it. I just feel that leaving that black or grey would have given the iron a slightly more premium look and feel.

In terms of the tech, there is quite a lot going on. At first glance, you could be forgiven for thinking that these were a hollow-body construction iron as there is no visual cavity, however, this is somewhat of an optical illusion. The cavity has simply been filled with Tour Edge’s VIBRCOR, which is a high-grade TPU designed to improve sound and feel. 

Additional toe weighting has been added to the set with the intention of stabilizing impact and providing additional ball speed on off-center strikes.

I tested the Tour Edge Hot Launch C524 irons at Saunton Golf Club , using my FullSwing KIT launch monitor and TaylorMade TP5 golf balls, both on the practice ground and out on the course.

Before I get into the launch monitor data, I wanted to give a special mention to the feel attributes of these irons. Impact provided a pleasant lively sensation but there was also a real depth to the strike that isn’t always present in the game-improvement iron category. For me, the Mizuno JPX 923 Hot Metal is still the gold standard in terms of feel in this genre, but quite honestly, when coupled with some excellent turf interaction, the C524 iron is not a million miles behind.

Launch monitor data was pretty strong across the board, with ball speed and distance competitive with just about anything else. With the 7-iron coming in at 29˚ it sits within the higher end of its peers loft-wise but still managed to produce a ball speed of 129.3mph for me with a mid-low launch and spin of 15.5˚ and 5412rpm respectively, which culminated in a healthy carry number of 188 yards. 

I did notice a slight right tendency in flight compared to some other game improvement irons which tend to feature more of a draw bias if anything, and I wonder whether that has anything to do with the additional toe weighting. It wasn't too severe, however, just something to note.

The Hot Launch C524 irons come with a stock steel option of the True Temper Elevate MPH95 shaft in R or S flex, and there are more weight and flex options with the Aldila Ascent PL stock graphite option. There are also three sizes of Lamkin grips to choose from.

Overall, I was very pleased with the performance and feel of the Tour Edge Hot Launch C524 irons, and when you factor in the price tag, I think there is some exceptional value for money to be had. In terms of raw performance data, I would feel comfortable putting them up against anything else in the game improvement category and be very confident they would hold their own.

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2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson predictions, expert picks, odds, field rankings, golf best bets at TPC Craig Ranch

The pga tour returns to the lone star state this week as the latest full-field event takes center stage.

A busy stretch of golf continues on the PGA Tour this week as players travel to TPC Craig Ranch for the 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson. Taking to the par-71 layout for the fourth time in tournament history, players should expect ideal scoring conditions and plenty of birdies with a winning score potentially approaching 30 under.

Last year, it was Jason Day who emerged victorious as the Australian jumped back into the winner's circle for the first time in over five years. Now, he hopes to become the first golfer since K.H. Lee in 2022 to defend his Byron Nelson title

Day leads a large international contingent which includes Adam Scott, Min Woo Lee, Sungjae Im and a couple of Dallas-area residents in Tom Kim and Si Woo Kim. The Kims aren't the only local flavor to be making a tournament appearance; native Texan Jordan Spieth will also be in the field.

Spieth enters the Byron Nelson, a tournament where he made his PGA Tour debut as a high schooler many moons ago, without a ton of form. While the game has been tough for him, Spieth should relish the opportunity to play on home soil, especially since he nearly won this event a couple years ago. 

While two weeks still separate players from the second major championship of the season, the CJ Cup Byron Nelson will represent the last call for preparation for some as next week's Wells Fargo Championship welcomes a limited field to Quail Hollow for a signature event.

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2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson field, odds

• Jordan Spieth (14-1): The hometown kid has come close to taking down the Byron Nelson but has yet to add this trophy to his mantle. Spieth has found a little juice ever since the tournament transitioned to TPC Craig Ranch; he notched a top 10 in his first go around and finished runner-up to K.H. Lee in 2022. What he does this time is anyone's best guess as his form has been lackadaisical and his wrist has been nagging him. In his last seven starts, Spieth has one top 10, three missed cuts and a disqualification. He needs to find something in his game and fast.
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• Jason Day (20-1): The defending champion has been hit-or-miss since claiming his second Byron Nelson crown. While he has a number of quality results over the last year, Day has struggled with some consistency and arrives at TPC Craig Ranch looking to find something in his iron play specifically. The former world No. 1 has lost strokes on approach in four of his last five starts but has been buoyed by a strong effort from the putter. If he hopes to keep up in this birdie barrage, Day will need to squeeze more out of those scoring clubs.
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• Sungjae Im (28-1): Im has been experiencing a difficult start to 2024, but he may be back on the upward trajectory following a quick trip to his native South Korea. The 26-year-old snatched a victory on the Korean Tour and continued a mini spurt of solid play that includes a T12 at the RBC Heritage. His game sets up well for TPC Craig Ranch, but between four straight weeks of action and worldwide travel, it may be a difficult ask.
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Cultural life of Moscow city is various and rich! Operas, ballets, symphonic concerts... Russian composers have created some of the most beautiful classical music. Russian classical music is very popular in Moscow. It is performed in many beautiful historical venues. Do not forget to include a visit to a concert hall in your itinerary when you are planning your stay in Moscow! And do it in advance.

There are almost no restrictions on dress code in Russian theatres. Visitors may wear jeans and sports shoes, they may have a backpack with them. Only shorts are not allowed.

A typical feature of Russian theatre – visitors are bringing a lot of flowers which they present to their favorite performers after the show.

Here are some practical advices where to go and how to buy tickets.

The Bolshoi Theatre

The Bolshoi Theatre is the oldest, the most famous and popular opera and ballet theatre in Russia. The word “Bolshoi” means “big” in Russian. You can buy a ticket online in advance, 2-3 months before the date of performance on the official website . Prices for famous ballets are high: 6-8 thousand rubles for a seat in stalls. Tickets to operas are cheaper: you can get a good seat for 4-5 thousand rubles. Tickets are cheaper for daytime performances and performances on the New Stage. The New Stage is situated in the light-green building to the left of the Bolshoi's main building. The quality of operas and ballets shown on the New Stage is excellent too. However, you should pay attention that many seats of the Bolshoi’s Old and New Stages have limited visibility . If you want to see the Bolshoi’s Old Stage but all tickets are sold out, you can order a tour of the theatre. You can book such a tour on the official website.

If you want, following Russian tradition, to give flowers to the performers at the end of the show, in the Bolshoi flowers should be presented via special staff who collects these flowers in advance.

In August the Bolshoi is closed.

The Stanislavsky and Nemirovich-Danchenko Music Theatre

This theatre is noteworthy. On one hand, it offers brilliant classical opera and ballet performances. On the other hand, it is an experimental venue for modern artists. You can check the program and buy tickets online here http://stanmus.com/ . If you are opera lover, get a ticket to see superstar Hibla Gerzmava . The theatre has a very beautiful historic building and a stage with a good view from every seat. Tickets are twice cheaper than in the Bolshoi.

The Novaya Opera

“Novaya” means “New” in Russian. This opera house was founded in 1991 by a famous conductor Eugene Kolobov. Its repertoire has several directions: Russian and Western classics, original shows and divertissements, and operas of the 20th and 21st centuries. It is very popular with Muscovites for excellent quality of performances, a comfortable hall, a beautiful Art Nouveau building and a historic park Hermitage, which is situated right next to it. You can buy tickets online here http://www.novayaopera.ru/en .

Galina Vishnevskaya Opera Center

The Opera Center has become one of the best theatrical venues in Moscow. It was founded in 2002 by great diva Galina Vishnevskaya. Nowadays its artistic director is Olga Rostropovich, daughter of Galina Vishnevskaya and her husband Mstislav Rostropovich, great cellist and conductor. Not only best young opera singers perform here, but also world music stars do; chamber and symphonic concerts, theatrical productions and musical festivals take place here. You can see what is on the program here http://opera-centre.ru/theatre . Unfortunately “booking tickets online” is available in Russian only. If you need help, you can contact us at and we can book a ticket for you. 

Tchaikovsky Concert Hall and The Great Hall of Moscow Conservatory

These are two major concert halls for symphonic music in Moscow. Both feature excellent acoustics, impressive interior, various repertoire and best performers. You can check the program here http://meloman.ru/calendar/ . You need just to switch to English. Booking tickets online is available only for owners of Russian, Ukrainian and Belorussian phone numbers. If you need help, you can contact us and we can book a ticket for you. 

Moscow International Performing Arts Center (MIPAC)

This modern and elegant concert hall houses performances of national and foreign symphony orchestras, chamber ensembles, solo instrumentalists, opera singers, ballet dancers, theatre companies, jazz bands, variety and traditional ensembles. Actually, it has three concert halls placed on three different levels and having separate entrances. The President of MIPAC is People’s Artist of the USSR Vladimir Spivakov, conductor of “Virtuosy Moskvy” orchestra. You can see pictures of the concert halls here http://www.mmdm.ru/en/content/halls . The program is impressive in its variety but is not translated into English. You can contact us at and we can find a performance for you.

Best things to see and do in Moscow

Moscow is the capital of Russia and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Asia. It’s rich and complex history is a constant reminder of its strategic position between Europe and Asia and makes it one of the cities you should visit once in your life. In terms of the many iconic landmarks, the delicious cuisine, and the characteristic, colorful architecture it has, Moscow is full of surprises for first-timers and seasoned travelers. Apart from the main attractions, it has like the Kremlin or Red Square, Moscow has many hidden gems for you to discover on your free walking tour with your local guide. 

On any of the free guided tours we offer in Moscow , you will be able to find a selection of many tours which are available in different languages and at different times of day, like the morning, afternoon, and evening. Since Moscow is such a large metropolis, getting your bearings by doing a guruwalk with a local guide who will show you all Moscow’s hidden gems is a great idea. This way you get to learn as much as possible about the local culture and way of life. A trip to Moscow wouldn't be complete without visiting iconic places like St Basil’s Cathedral, Lenin’s Mausoleum, the Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts, or the State Historical Museum, before getting some fresh air at Gorky Park, the medieval church of Kolomenskoye, or shopping at Izmailovsky Market. Don’t miss visiting the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, the Bolshoi Theater, or checking out the Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve. 

Many travelers have left their r eviews and opinions about the local guides , gurus, and the routes they walked. If you have any questions about the routes or what is included in the tour, check out their opinions. 

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Drone attacks in Moscow’s glittering business district leave residents on edge

People stroll at embankment of the Moscow River in Moscow, Russia, Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023, with the “Moscow City” business district in the background. The glittering towers of the Moscow City business district were once symbols of the Russian capital’s economic boom in the early 2000s. Now they are a sign of its vulnerability, following a series of drone attacks that rattled some Muscovites shaken and brought the war in Ukraine home to the seat of Russian power. (AP Photo/Dmitry Serebryakov)

A couple sit in a park in Moscow, Russia, Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023, with the “Moscow City” business district in the background. The glittering towers of the Moscow City business district were once symbols of the Russian capital’s economic boom in the early 2000s. Now they are a sign of its vulnerability, following a series of drone attacks that rattled some Muscovites shaken and brought the war in Ukraine home to the seat of Russian power. (AP Photo/Dmitry Serebryakov)

Police officers stand near the Red Square in Moscow, Russia, Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023. The glittering towers of the Moscow City business district were once symbols of the Russian capital’s economic boom in the early 2000s. Now they are a sign of its vulnerability, following a series of drone attacks that rattled some Muscovites shaken and brought the war in Ukraine home to the seat of Russian power. (AP Photo/Dmitry Serebryakov)

People stroll at the Red Square in Moscow, Russia, Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023. The glittering towers of the Moscow City business district were once symbols of the Russian capital’s economic boom in the early 2000s. Now they are a sign of its vulnerability, following a series of drone attacks that rattled some Muscovites shaken and brought the war in Ukraine home to the seat of Russian power. (AP Photo/Dmitry Serebryakov)

People sit in a cafe in Moscow, Russia, Tuesday, Aug. 1, The glittering towers of the Moscow City business district were once symbols of the Russian capital’s economic boom in the early 2000s. Now they are a sign of its vulnerability, following a series of drone attacks that rattled some Muscovites shaken and brought the war in Ukraine home to the seat of Russian power. 2023. (AP Photo/Dmitry Serebryakov)

A view of the damaged building is seen in the “Moscow City” business district after a reported drone attack in Moscow, Russia, early Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023. Ukrainian drones again targeted Moscow and its surroundings early Tuesday morning, the Russian military reported. Two of three launched were shot down outside Moscow, while one crashed into a skyscraper in the Moscow City business district, damaging the building’s facade. (AP Photo)

Investigators examine an area next to damaged building in the “Moscow City” business district after a reported drone attack in Moscow, Russia, early Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023. Ukrainian drones again targeted Moscow and its surroundings early Tuesday morning, the Russian military reported. Two of three launched were shot down outside Moscow, while one crashed into a skyscraper in the Moscow City business district, damaging the building’s facade. (AP Photo)

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The glittering towers of the Moscow City business district dominate the skyline of the Russian capital. The sleek glass-and-steel buildings -- designed to attract investment amid an economic boom in the early 2000s – are a dramatic, modern contrast to the rest of the more than 800-year-old city.

Now they are a sign of its vulnerability, following a series of drone attacks that rattled some Muscovites and brought the war in Ukraine home to the seat of Russian power.

The attacks on Sunday and Tuesday aren’t the first to hit Moscow — a drone even struck the Kremlin harmlessly in May. But these latest blasts, which caused no casualties but blew out part of a section of windows on a high-rise building and sent glass cascading to the streets, seemed particularly unsettling.

“It’s very frightening because you wake up at night hearing explosions,” said a woman who identified herself only as Ulfiya as she walked her dog, adding that she lived in a nearby building. Like other Muscovites interviewed by The Associated Press, she did not identify herself further out of fear of retribution or for her personal safety.

Another resident, who gave her name as Ekaterina, said Tuesday’s blast “sounded like thunder.”

“I think for the first time, I got really scared,” she said. “I don’t understand how people in a war zone can live like this every day and not go mad.”

The Russian Defense Ministry said it shot down two Ukrainian drones outside Moscow and had electronically jammed another, sending it crashing into the IQ-Quarter skyscraper that houses government offices like the Ministry of Economic Development, the Ministry of Digital Development and Communications, and the Ministry of Industry and Trade — the same building that was hit Sunday.

A cordon went up around the building and personnel from the fire department and the Russian Investigative Committee were at the scene. Hours later, residents strolled through the district along the Moscow River or sat on benches in the sunshine. By about 1 p.m. Tuesday, workers were already starting to replace damaged windows.

The business district, a 10-minute subway ride west of the Kremlin, is home to some of Moscow’s flashiest restaurants, offering far-reaching views of the capital and a menu of upscale fare like three types of caviar, shellfish from Russia’s Far East and French cuisine.

But there was no escaping the grim news.

While Russian state television has largely played down the strikes, one channel sandwiched a segment on how Moscow’s air defenses successfully intercepted the drones in between reports highlighting Russian attacks on Ukraine.

Mykhailo Podolyak, an adviser to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, said in Ukraine that Moscow “is rapidly getting used to a full-fledged war,” without confirming or denying Kyiv’s involvement in the drone attacks that in recent days have struck from the capital to the Crimean Peninsula .

After Sunday’s strike, the Kremlin said security would be ramped up.

Still, the size of the drone that hit the Moscow City district led analysts to question the effectiveness of the capital’s air defenses, suggesting it could have been launched from Ukraine.

“If this is the case, this would be rather embarrassing for Russia’s air defenses. If a drone has been in Russian airspace for hours, air defenses should have picked it up earlier and shot it down earlier,” said Ulrike Franke, an expert in drones and military technology at the European Council on Foreign Relations.

While they haven’t caused much physical damage, bringing the drone campaign to Moscow “blows holes in Russia’s narrative that the war on Ukraine is successful and that it is being prosecuted far away from any consequences for the Russian people themselves,” said Keir Giles, a Russia expert at the Chatham House think tank in London.

“That is something which is going to be harder and harder for Russia’s propaganda machine to explain away,” he said.

A Muscovite who identified himself to the AP only as Eldar summed up the strikes this way: “We attack them, they attack us. And it’s obvious that they will succeed somewhere, and we will succeed somewhere. We should try to strengthen the defense.”

In Odintsovo, where some of the drones were downed about 30 kilometers (18 miles) southwest of the capital, some residents discussed the events on their local Telegram channel.

One woman talked about hearing noises that turned out to be a car or improperly closed trash containers, and seeing what she thought were drones but actually were a flock of birds, a plane and a wind-blown plastic bag.

“How is it possible to live like this?” she asked the group.

“Stop creating panic,” one member admonished her.

“If you hear a noise, be happy because it hasn’t hit you,” added another.

Burrows reported from Tallinn, Estonia.

Follow AP’s coverage of the war in Ukraine at https://apnews.com/hub/russia-ukraine

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