LeftyMatt89
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I play the majority of my rounds with the left dash. I would say compared to the XV it should spin a little less off the driver and launch higher on irons. I find the spin to be comparable on pitch shots and chips with both.
I do not mind a firm ball at all, so I am not sensitive to it. I think for me it helps me not zip balls off greens with my scoring irons because I am a high spin player. I find the ball to just hit and basically stop instead of zipping back.
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My go to after trying so many putters over the years from Scotty Cameron Newport 2 and 2.5, Phantom lines, Ping Tyne PLD, Mezz Max, Bettinardi blades and Mallet, Miura, Spider, I found I putt best with a plumbers neck with no sight line paint fill.
So I went with a Lajosi DD201 customized and it is the longest I have ever owned a putter.
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Most Points = Rory
Clinching Point on Sunday = Thomas
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1 hour ago, cbmc said:
The regular crossline cord and the TV v-55 corded grips didn't do it. I'm guessing it might be the actually ace rubber that is the culprit. The rubber shreds from my rough hands. This brings out the cord aggressively, but eventually leads to the picture above, the cord separating from the rubber.
Yeah that makes a lot of sense. Bummer the Lamkin grips didn’t work because the actual ACE rubber is very soft and makes a corded grip very comfortable for me.
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Another wet round this week with the grips and still even after over a month of play, same performance with the grips being able to stay “grippy” despite the poor conditions.
Let us testers know if there are any questions or pictures you’d like us to take of the grips
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14 hours ago, cbmc said:
Don't think it is a defect, just think it's my hands with the utx material. I have contacted lamkin, got some replacement grips and they are doing the same thing. I really like the grips, but within a month they start fraying on me.
Yeah I am glad you got the replacement grips but I am sure it is a disappointment they fray on you. What other grips do you try and maybe do not have the fraying issue?
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7 hours ago, cbmc said:
Anyone else notice lack of durability? My grips are fraying. I know that I have a tendency to dig my thumb into the grip, (and have callouses on my thumb right where the thumb contacts the grip from doing hook grip deadlifts) but have never seen this with other grips. It's like the rubber is shredding.
I did not notice fraying. That may be a grip defect? Potentially worth an email to Lamkin. My Driver grip had a little bit of wear on it, but not like those two pictures.
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On 8/16/2023 at 10:09 AM, GolfSpy BOS said:
@LeftyMatt89 that's great to hear they held up in that! After seeing the PGA guys last week I can't quite imagine the humidity you must also have been playing in. Throw in some actual rain and I'm impressed you were able to play without a glove on. Sounds like the UTX is a good fit!
Completely agree. I was at first worried that I was going to ruin my round on No 2 but the grips stood the test and they definitely were wet wet at points in the round so I am impressed to say the least.
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Pinehurst has been adventurous for sure. My Dad and I played No 4 first, then No 1. The 2nd day we did the Cradle and then No 2. On No 2 we got caught in a pretty bad lightning/rain storm. It was a definite test of the grips as all my gloves were wet from being on the outside of my bag and I played the last 16 holes with no glove and wet grips. Surprisingly on drives and longer iron/hybrid shots, my hands did not slip. The grips for being soaked at one point ended up drying relatively quickly and by around hole 12 I would say the grips were fully dry.
Here’s a few pics of the grips on course No 2 and 4 as well as a quick video of a 305 yard drive on 18 on Course 1 and a video of how wet it was out on course No 2
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15 hours ago, Wel-Done said:
I'm a member at Berkeley too! Would love to meet up some time for a round! I was surprised to see two locals in the same test group.
I’ll send you a message. I am headed to Pinehurst this weekend so I will probably not play Berk until the week of the 21st but we should for sure link up
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I got another round in today and it was very humid and wet out. The course was soaked and I had a few issues again with two topped drivers. Tops are definitely not my usual miss. I am curious if it is the grips and I slip or if I am just making really bad swings. It could be a combo of both and hopefully I get it worked out soon as I go to Pinehurst next Sunday.
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6 minutes ago, Headhammer said:
Funny, I had the same experience. I picked one up and expected it to have the tacky feel that many other grips have, yet I found it very slick. Maybe it was because it was dirty or maybe as you use them they get more tack. I guess the reviews will tell us.
I agree. There were times I would rub them down with a dry towel because I thought, “man these will definitely slip,” but I think it may be the texture because it stayed relatively the same and I did not slip in my swing even with the humid and rain conditions Saturday.
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Had an awesome time with @mikeanthony on Saturday.
As Mike stated, the conditions were perfect to really get a first on course impression of the grips. Beyond the rain, the humidity was really bad out there on Saturday. The grips almost initially felt slippery, but I never once had a hand slip during a swing. I even did all my touch shots 80 yards and in with no glove in rainy, humid conditions and did not notice any slippage. I was very impressed throughout the round that even though the grips felt a little slippery at times to the touch, in the swing I had stability.
I had a very off day driving with some tops and an OB shot on 6 but managed to put together a round of 82 because of 11 one putts. I think the grips are a lot to contribute to the low putting because I missed a lot of greens and my chipping for the most part gave me opportunities to knock in a putt. I chip with no glove and was impressed initially by the grips.
I have the opportunity for some range time and playing this week, so I will definitely add more thoughts. If anyone has any questions, let me know.
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9 minutes ago, mikeanthony said:
@LeftyMatt89 have you been able to get some cuts in with the new grips yet?
Rcvd mine on Tuesday morning, but then it was off to a work trip that afternoon … jonesing to get back home and hit the range to see how they feel. Initial impressions were positive and really liked the new swing weight with them.
Just dry swings. I am looking forward to the round Saturday together. Should be a good test with the dewy humid mornings out here right now.
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All grips are installed. The UTX grips were extremely easy to install even with extra wraps under each grip. I have a little video of one of the first ones and it went on super easy. I am excited to get these out on the course to do some first impressions on performance.
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I got my grips yesterday. I wanted to share some first thoughts on the unboxing. I am getting a fresh bottle of solvent and a new grip roll this Friday. I will post a quick video on how easy or not easy they are to attach onto my clubs.
Grip comparisons from the Green UTX Midsize:
MCC Midsize (red/black), Lamkin Full Cord (old release), and Mcc Standard
Lamkin UTX main standout from the MCC is the cord going throughout the grip. Not just the bottom hand portion, but also the upper hand. On the MCC grip, there are little breaks in the cord and rubber grip instead. From the Lamkin Full Cord old grip, the cord almost looks more but the standout is the technology of the ACE material on the grip under the cord. From the looks of the grip, the UTX should be as grippy or more as all of the different grips I had on hand and feels softer to the touch than the other grips. If there are any questions, I am happy to give more comparisons or pictures.
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Cut will be even par and highest score will be 83
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Intro posted. Looking forward to testing the UTX grips. If anyone has questions, I am happy to answer, especially once I get grips in hand.
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2 minutes ago, Preeway said:
Congrats fellas. I’m a big Lamkin fan and was actually looking at these when I got some new Golf Pride MCC grips this spring. Eager to hear your thoughts.
I currently have Mcc on all my clubs so I will be able to give a good comparison once I get the grips.
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