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Just received a set of Equalizer wedges in Black....to match my Ft Worth Irons. I've found that the black finish holds up better than anything else I've played. I'm concerned about the irons having more bounce than I'm used to as I've been gaming a set of Japanese Yururi Gekku wedges
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I just received a set in black. I have the Ft Worth Irons in Black and that finish seems to hold up better than anything else I've ever played.
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I just received a set in black. I have the Ft Worth Irons in Black and that finish seems to hold up better than anything else I've ever played.
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On 5/18/2020 at 11:51 AM, scooterhd2 said:
Really depends on how you play your 3 wood. If its mostly used off the tee, then yes, I could see a deeper face being preferred. There are still some new options out there that fit this sort of profile like the Cobra Big Tour. But if you using fairways woods off the fairway, then most people think a shallower face it easier to launch the ball high.
That is helpful. I find myself wondering if being able the 3-wood off the tee or the fairway is more important.
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I've been playing a set of Hogan Fr Worth Irons in black for a couple years now and am wanting a set of the new black Icon irons. These drivers and fairway woods have peaked my interest. They are a good bit less expensive than current offerings from Ping or Taylor made, they look great and...well I want some!
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On 5/5/2020 at 5:02 AM, Granata13 said:
Hey guys fairly new to the forum but curious who has used leather grips and what did you think? I know they are more expensive but I have also heard they last a lot longer. What are the other Pros and Cons?
I've been playing Leather grips for maybe 4-5 years. I've used ones from GripMaster and Best Grips. I will NEVER go back to rubber grips. NEVER!!! I think the grip is possibly the most important part of the club. It's where your body connects with the tool.
I don't wear a golf glove and the tackiness of the leather grips are highly valued. I think they become even more valuable in the rain as they become stickier. Most golfers tend to squeeze their grips even harder in the rain and the result is that they hit a bunch of shots thin. My favorite is the gripmaster Tour Classic wrap. OUTSTANDING!!!!
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A Ping G-15 3-wood with a Fujikara shaft has been in the bag for maybe 14 years. During this time I've probably replaced every other club in my bag 4-5 times. Twice I've purchased new 3-woods to match my current driver but I dislike the SHALLOW face profile and have gone back to that trusty DEEP FACE Ping.
I love it off the Tee Box and find myself hitting it more than ever these days. I've gotten much better with my irons and just really need to be in PLAY off the tee so I'm leaving the Driver in the bag often.
The questions in my head is this. Why have all the manufactures moved to such a shallow face on their fairway woods ? Do other people besides me find it easier to hit a deeper faced fairway wood?
I'm actually considering having that old three wood reconditioned by ping because....well she ain't so pretty anymore...
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To me it seems that the most important thing is that whatever they do....they must allow enough room for the ball to drop a little.
I've played more rounds with the sponge....and they seem inconsistent. Some are set too high. I think I prefer the upside down cub...but it must be set low enough.
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On 3/27/2020 at 10:42 AM, Briton said:
My next set i get, i will need to save up for, is going to be one of these 2 brands. Leaning towards Miura just because they are a little more affordable. Has anyone tried either of these and have opinions or thoughts on them?
Are they worth the money? Which set of Muira's do you recommend?
I haven't played either but I've been playing a set of Yururi 53*, 57* & 61* Gekku wedges for 3 years. I've replaced the 61 a couple times. They are forged in the same factory as the Miura....where Samurai swords were made hundreds of years ago. I've loved these wedges and think they are superior to offerings from the big companies. I would love a set of Miura blades and was pointed in that direction until I discovered the reincarnation of Hogan golf. Their blades are so nice and they cost a fraction of what Miura charges.
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On 5/5/2020 at 6:23 AM, nossagog said:
Well the old cleveland RTX3's finally had worn down to the point that the micro grooves were finally smooth. So it was time. Got the Cleveland RTX 4 wedges for replacement.
48 - Mid bounce, 52 Mid bounce, 56 Mid bounce and 60 Low bounce. Wanted the low bounce as I use the 60 around greens and on tight lies.
Irons are the Callaway Apex 19 forged 3-9-iron.
Adams Golf 2-hybrid
Callaway XR driver and 3-wood
Evnroll ER8 putter
Have to make a game day decision, depending on the course, if the 3 iron or 2hybrid goes in the bag.
I like that you chose a low bounce 60. When you first start using it, you may dig in a little more than you want but once you get accustom to it, you'll be parking those chips right next to the pin.
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I've played both balls and think they are both good. Both are a good value compared to premium balls sold retail.
I chose Snell because of the pedigree of the founder. He designed many of the worlds most popular golf balls including the Pro-V1.
I've been playing Snell My Tour Ball Black for about a year and a half and love them. I prefer a white ball....but have turned to the YELLOW when playing desert courses. It truly makes a huge difference in SUCCESSFULLY finding a ball in the rough.
NPG Episode 47: Should You Buy Used Golf Equipment?
in General Equipment Talk
Posted · Edited by bmcdonald
Despite what the manufacturers tell us Irons haven't REALLY evolved that much over the past decade or two.....maybe three. Are Blades today any different? The Ping Eye 2 came out in 1989 and cavity back irons haven't evolved much since. If your getting the same old technology albeit with new labeling…what is the point of buying new?
You can fund a very good set of well-kept irons for $300 on eBay that cost $1000 a year or two ago at the PGA superstore.
Has anybody every REALLY worn out a putter? Why not buy four or five different well-kept used ones for the price of one new one?