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90 mph or less
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I had new driver fever and planned on getting a new one since they've dropped the price on older models. On Thursday one of my buddies got a new driver so, on a lark; I played his old Callaway Epic Flash. It performed so well I bought after the round for $100. Hopefully, it continues to perform. It was nice being able to play a full round with the club versus hitting a few shots into an indoor bay.
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I've been thinking about buying a SIM2 driver. Yesterday our pro found an old demo for me to try. It was good, but really no better than my Ping G400. I think despite all the hype new OEM offerings aren't much better that the older models for the average player. They've pushed the technology as far as the USGA and the Royal & Ancient will allow. Maybe some people are able to gain thirty more yards with the "latest and greatest" offering, but I never have. Granted at 72 I'm fighting the calendar and my swing speed diminishes every year. If you are able to gain substantial yardage off the tee by trading your 2021 model driver for the 2022 model, I'm thrilled for you. I've just come to realize I have to be content with getting it out there close to 200 yards in the fairway.
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Which ultralight shaft works best in a Ping G400 driver? I looking for something lighter than the stock Alta 55 but in regular flex.
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Titleist Debuts TSR Drivers at The Travelers Championship
Hoganman1 replied to Golfspy_CG2's topic in Golf Clubs
I haven't played a Titleist driver in decades, but the TSi1 intrigues me. I'm 72 and losing distance with my Ping G400. I'm thinking a lighter club my help. I assume TSr1 will be for slower swing speeds. I might do a fitting at my club when they are introduced to the public. -
New Irons Finally arrived
Hoganman1 replied to SD1199's topic in Introduce Yourself/ WIYB (What's In Your Bag)
I know you're excited. Getting new irons is Christmas Day for us golfers. I got my Hogans in June and still have that "new club" buzz. -
I want to buy four Lamkin Midsize Z5 grips, but cannot find them anywhere (including Lamkin's web site). I'm thinking they've dropped that model from their line. If so, does anyone know which of their new models closely resembles the Z5 midsize? Thanks!
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I just ordered a set of the new EDGE EX irons. All the reviews I've read have been very positive and they are so similar to the Apex Edge Pros I played for years. I thought about waiting for the demo program, but decided to proceed with my purchase. I got the Recoil graphite shafts as my teacher suggested that would really help with my joint pain. Has anyone out there had a chance to try these? If so, please share your thoughts.
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Well, I practiced and then played with the Mizunos. They're clearly better for my game. I think it was both the swingweight and the offset of the Mavriks that was hurting my ball striking. I'll probably keep the Mavriks as a back up or see if I can sell them. They're good clubs. They just don't fit my game as well as the JPX 850s. Thanks to all that weighed in on my post.
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Thanks so much for your response. You're right, I did re-grip with midsize grips. It probably is a swingweight issue. I'm going to take your advice and head to the range with some spray powder.
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They're both steel, but the Mizunos have TT XP 95 R300 while the Callys have KBS MAX 80g Regular.
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I have been playing the Mizunos for about six years after a fitting by one of our pros. I like them, but as I age (turned 71 back in January) I decided to try some SGI irons. I found a set of the Mavriks on sale and have be playing them since early April. Save one round of 76 a few weeks ago, I haven't seen much of an improvement. I just cannot seem to get comfortable with the Callaways. They feel heavy to me and my ball striking is not consistent. I thought the SGIs would be easier to play and help with my bad swings. I've practiced a lot with the Callys, and have hit them well at times. However, cannot seem to achieve that same level of consistency on the course. Has anyone else out there had a similar experience while experimenting? I'm going to go back to the Mizunos the next time I play and see if it is, in fact; "the arrow and not the archer". Thanks in advance for any advice you care to share.