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    Posted

    This feels like the PERFECT opportunity to compare v2021 T-Series to the v2023 T-Series. Thankfully I know a guy who can give such a comparison and note the minutiae with a thorough review 😉

    Also curious why the new naming conventions beyond just partial differentiation. Feels like the GI peeps are getting dunked on with the 300-> 350 change, but maybe the new design looks better than the old! 

    Shot Scope V3

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    Posted

    8 hours ago, JerryB said:

    I'd like to throw out a quick update to my review...

    I'd worried about wearing a rubber watch during muggy summer days; no issues there.  I'm a sweaty fella and the watch has held up just fine and has been unobtrusive.

    I've had to email about a couple little issues regarding my home course and they responded with course updates literally within minutes!

    Whether you're looking at this or the newer H4 currently being tested, they've released some updates and there is more detailed information available in all the data.

    A couple times my watch will get a little wonky and "lock up" for a few minutes or on a hole.  I'll have to add that stroke or strokes in during the post-edit.  This has happened three times over 60+ rounds, so it is very rare.

    Otherwise I have to do very little editing.  The only strokes I need to add is when I duff a shot and have to walk a few feet to the next one.

    I'd mentioned that sometimes it's frustrating to be stuck on the putting screen when you're not quite on the green yet, forcing you to wander away waiting for the X to pop up to get back to the regular screen.  I've discovered that you don't necessarily need to do that; if you make a stroke with a club it still registers even if you're still on the putting screen.

    Roughly half way through another season and my original review still stands.  This is a great product!

    Thanks for the followup!!

    I also added a SS v3 to my game and have loved it! I barely notice it when playing in VA during 90+ heat, haha. 
     

    Posted

    Jumping back into this a little less than a year with the clubs in play and the accuracy/dispersion issues persist, so if you are not the best irons player I might skip these. If you have a solid swing and need a good feel, good distance, and some really snazzy looking clubs then definitely add these to the list! 

    Also, I found out, through use of my new Shotscope V3, that my irons game is the weakest part of my game...so I might be looking for something a little more forgiving and accurate...jury is still out while I reconstruct my swing this season. 

    Posted

    13 hours ago, ncwoz said:

     

    Is the P790 the closest TaylorMade comparison to the T200's, or would the P770 be a little closer?

    Just looking at the spin numbers @GolfSpy_THV seems like the P790 had substantially lower spin than the T200's for you, just made me think.

    Had the same question about the 790 vs. the 770. Didn't have time to swing side-by-side, so unsure. I would think that the 770 is more like the T100/s, though, based on the construction characteristics. 

    Posted

    13 hours ago, zsmithku said:

    @GolfSpy_THV I've been following your posts in this forum, as I was fit for Titleist T200 irons back in mid-August; I should be able to pick up my order this weekend, so I'm excited to get the set in my hands and on the course! Based on your latest post, if you were doing a normal fitting, do you think you would choose the T200 as your iron of choice? For me it was between the T200, Callaway Apex 21, and the new TM P790. 

    Wasn't able to try out the Apex, however the P790 was almost identical in feel and distance...a little wider dispersion that the T200's, though, however it didn't have the same shaft/grip combo so it would have been a tight contest between those two with the same setup. Honestly, I don't think you can go wrong with the T200 or the P790. 

    Edit: one thing I forgot to mention was the spin rates. the P790 was a touch longer, on average, than the T200, however it had less spin. So, it's really up to you and what matters most for your game - the ability for the ball to grab a green, or those extra yards? 

    Posted

    Went to the range today and was able to borrow the shop's Trackman! First, huge shout to Mulligan's Golf Shop for letting me bum their Trackman for this test, and to Jay for helping come up with some fun clubs to test. These guys seriously rock and if you're in VA, definitely worth stopping by to check out the gear and have a great conversation. In fact, they just received a Cameron Triple Black the day I was there!

    It was a rainy afternoon, but thankfully the covered decks made it a non-issue

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    Titleist ready for action!

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    Two main takeaways before we get into the data.

    1) Get FIT! The difference I was having with demo clubs "close" to my fitting specs vs. the clubs actually fit for me was pretty astounding. 

    2) Seriously, GET FIT

    On to the Data!

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    Legend:

    Blue = Titleist T200 - DG Tour Issue X100 shaft

    Red = Wilson D7 - KBS Tour 105

    Purple = Mizuno 921 Forged - DG X100

    Light Green = Srixon ZX5 - Nippon Modus 120 S 

    Grey = TaylorMade - 790 KBS Tour 130 X

    Dark Green was a smattering of random shots from all the clubs

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    Individual Iron Data - note the Avg in the corner of each box:

    TaylorMade P790

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    Titleist T200

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    Srixon ZX5

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    Mizuno 921 Forged

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    Wilson D7

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    Testing Notes

    Closest iron to the Titleist T200 is the P790 - with out a doubt. The weight, construction, feel, just everything about it was so similar to the T200 that it was uncanny. Even the ball flight was very similar to the T200. If I had to replace my T200s today, the P790's would be my next choice.

    Outside of the P790, the Mizuno was second. A bit head heavy, but had a nice crisp feel to it when striking the ball. The Mizuno also had the tightest dispersion (in purple) and I think with the right grip/shaft it might has been a solid contender.

    The Srixon was just too light, so my strikes were a bit all over the place. Widest dispersion and most mis-hits. Sill felt nice, though, and I think if I had the right shaft/grip combo it would have been better.

    The Wilson shined in what it does best - low spin, long carry. If you have trouble getting the ball up and out, this is still a great choice for you. It's not for my game anymore and the turf interaction and weight just amplified my swing speed effects. It did have the longest distance, though...

    Feel free to ask any questions you wish and I'll do my best to answer!

     

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    Posted

    8 hours ago, ncwoz said:

    I'm just curious what the other testers experience has been with the spin these irons produce?

    The T100's have been really nice for me - not only in a good spot quantity wide, but super super consistent. I'm honestly not sure if I've had a single jumper that's gotten away from me during all my testing so far. 

    Spin has been solid. More so than my D7's, which is probably on purpose given the T200 is built for a different player and one who doesn't need more distance and height - on average - than a D7 player. So, with that in mind, I would say, very unscientifically, that the spin has been good and still producing solid ball flight with good stopping power.

    One other thing I forgot to mention in my earlier post - I got time with the trackman this coming Wednesday! What are some other irons you guys would like to see the T200 compared again? I'll take my best 5 shots from each to get a good idea of performance from iron to iron. Maybe the new P790's? What about the ZX5? Welcome any thoughts! 

    Posted

    Another Range session in the books with the T200's and they are continuing to prove their worth in accuracy and distance! 

    Also, one note that maybe @MDGolfHackermight agree with - Whenever I hit it a touch thin, I get instant audible feedback rom the club, due to what I think is the "cap" on the back covering up the innards. There is a kind of metallic "clack" sound if I am a little, to a lot thin. Case in point, I missed a couple grooves and definitely heard it...onetime I picked me head up and topped it bad and also heard the sound. Kind of interesting and not an annoyance...just a note of feedback for those in the market for T200's.

    Posted

    Another range session in the books, this time off mats. 

    One shot I have struggled with mightily is the 95-105 approach shot. My game just wouldn't allow it. 85 and in, no problem, 125 and out, also good to go. Rarely found myself at 115, so moving on.

    Spent about 75 balls with just the T200 PW and a 50-60% swing motion and was drilling the 98yd flag on the range to within 10-15 feet, almost every time. The effortless ball flight, the ease of launching it, the crisp sound, the feel in hand, and the repeated accuracy are just sublime.

    Well done Titleist!

    Posted

    Went to the range yesterday and had a great session. I was +/- 5yd off my aiming line with almost every shot (few shanks...but I mean hey, even the pros shank the balls in tournaments from time to time). Really liking the improved accuracy and consistency these irons are providing. 

    Hoping to get some time with a Trackman next week. Any irons you guys think I should compare the T200's to? Mizuno's come to mind and maybe the Ping G425's, or would the i59's be a better comparison - maybe the 59's stack up better with the 100s? Welcome all your suggestions that a typical shop would have in their fitting carts!

    Posted

    1 hour ago, ncwoz said:

    Just curious where you measured from? I do know there are discrepancies across the industry as to how lengths are measured, which can result in two irons that "should be" the same length but aren't. 1.25" feels like a lot

    That's the point of contention. Titleist measures from a different point vs many of the other OEMs. Can't find what point they use vs others, but that's what my fitter told me and it looks like it's holding true. Could be top of hosel vs top of club or something like that

     

    Posted

    I definitely wanted to called out the sizing with Titleist. They are NOT the same as other OEM's. Case in point, take a look at the pics below:

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    Both clubs are the same length, however the Wilson's are measured @ +.50" per the specs I submitted, while the Titleist irons are +1.25" So, for those who might be placing an order without a proper fitting, keep that in mind! 

    Posted

    57 minutes ago, Rickp said:

    Are any of you getting fitted for the irons?  

    Already got my fitting - but I cheated, since I knew I would be a tester. Really looking forward to irons that fit my swing vs. my current gamers that I overpower. Will keep track of Strokes Gained (for what it's worth, since it's not an apples to apples comparison) and hoping to put them up against the competition on a Trackman to give you all some better data points. 

    Posted

    4 minutes ago, GIRplus3Putt said:

    Oh man. Poor @GolfSpy_THV! His Heels have the best quarterback in college football, AND he is forced to participate in this test?! I thought I had bad luck! Hahaha again, congrats to everyone picked, and THV, I have been saying for the better part of a year that I hope my Detroit Lions end up in a spot to draft Sam. That dude is TALENTED! 

    Haha, thanks buddy! Hoping our QB has a Heisman worthy year and we stick it to the tigers come Dec in the ACC championship!

    Posted

    9 minutes ago, Tom the Golf Nut said:

    The sign up process is much easier now. Great work. My only comment would be on the swing speed drop down box. I think you need to specify. Swing speed with the driver or swing speed for the club being tested.

    For everyone that replied to this thread with the info. Looks like it is not entered. Click the box next to the club image. 

    Hear ya, and I should have noted that in the original post - referring to driver swing speed to keep it consistent. Plus most folks only know their driver swing speed off the top of their head, not a FW or Iron swing speed.

    Posted

    1 hour ago, yungkory said:

    Can you guys stop posting your addresses? I'm scared for your privacy... holy moly don't put that kind of stuff on the internet for everyone to see.

    agree!

    with the signup, we keep your address secure in our database with numerous protections...posting it in a comment is not secure, nor wise


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