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Age
50-59
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Swing Speed
91-100 mph
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12
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Frequency of Play/Practice
Multiple times per week
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Competitive
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Short Game
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Play a round. I believe it’s harder to get to play than to get to watch.
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Went to try out the latest irons that fit my "eye" per say at the Golf Town in the area I was in this week. The New Ping Blueprints looked awesome online so I was excited to see and try them out. I was also, very curious about the new Mizunos 245's. So, once I got into the Store and checked out these irons I couldn't wait to try them both out. I headed to the stalls and started to hit. Once I got warmed up I got the fitter to reset the numbers I was ready to go. Have to say that I was very pleased to say that they both felt amazing. The Ping Blueprint S Irons felt a little better than the Mizuno's but it was not very much. They didn't have the shafts that I wanted to use for the session but there wouldnt have been much of a difference as far as I could tell. After the session was over and I looked at the numbers I was very surprised. While I truly do believe that I am biased about Mizuno's I thought that the Ping Blueprint's had a slight edge for looks and feel. That said numbers don't lie, and the Ping's were almost 9yds short of the Mizuno's. While I got a slightly better spin rate the angles were almost identical. Another factor I struggled with was the direction. The Ping irons flew high with a bit of a fade while the Mizuno's were my solid ball flight of a fairly high draw. In the end of the session I felt a bit frustrated and maybe a little disappointed. Once the snow is gone here and the Ranges and Courses open I will be hitting these both again and possibly the Titleist 150's. Has any one has any input on either or all of these clubs please share your experiences.
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When does technology in golf clubs become obsolete?
StrikurJim replied to StrikurJim's topic in General Equipment Talk
I believe that is true. I have heard 3-5yrs and 5+yrs up to 7yrs. Beyond 7 and the difference becomes more ans more noticeable. Also, what I read in an earlier comment, some people enjoy traditional golf equipment and I think while I don’t it’s great to keep these things alive in the game. -
When does technology in golf clubs become obsolete?
StrikurJim replied to StrikurJim's topic in General Equipment Talk
I like what you have written here. I know as I age that I am losing a little distance. I agree with the 4i 4H comparison. I am thinking that a proper long game fitting is in order. Hopefully help me figure things out. Shafts/lofts/flexs…. After watching a friend go from 195 to 210 with a fitting with his 3wood it evened out his gaps again. He chose the Cobra LTDx. Whatever works right. -
I have noticed as of the last two Seasons that my woods and possibly my Driver are no longer meeting my expectations. Now I have played less golf and practiced a whole lot less, but I am really not happy with the trajectory and yardages of my 3 and 5 woods. So, with my 4i not performing as well as it used to, I bought a 4 Hybrid. It’s only been one session, but WoW!!!! I was happy with the 180yds I used to get with the 4i. I hit a few with the 4H that was around 185yds. The best one of the night went 191yds and was dead straight. The longest went just over 195yds. I guess what I am asking is…. Has technology passed me by my woods I mean…. Nike Covert Tour 3wood and Titleist 913 5wood.
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Do the "right" clubs matter? Even to a PGA pro?
StrikurJim replied to StrokerAce's topic in General Equipment Talk
I can see how different clubs and setups really make a difference. I was fitted for my irons but based my woods setup on clubs that I tried and liked. Right now I have just added 4 new clubs to my set. Fitting was again done for the wedges, but now the hybrid. After last nights session with the hybrid I am left wondering. Technology has passed me by for sure. So, I think getting a complete fitting (all clubs) is essential. -
Got mine and have to say that I am very impressed. They feel fantastic and I love the way the ball comes off the face. Yardages are great and I am hoping to get some more numbers to see what the spin is like and to see just how well they are flying.
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Thanks CNOSIL!!!
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I can see how that could happen. I started to figure out how the camera/ machine worked and adapted. I am just really trying to figure out if all Golf Sims are the same? I do understand the fact that launch monitors are much more accurate.
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Did move the ball around a lot. Talked to one of the staff there this evening when I picked up my prize package. He said that the camera has trouble picking up his 56* SW at times. Guessing that launch monitors would be much more accurate.
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I did have one complaint about the golf sim… it would rarely pick up my 58* wedge on a full swing or on lofted shots! Is this something that’s common?
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Recently played in an indoor Golf League. Had some real fun once I figured out the simulators. It was very well organized and the prizes were fantastic. The point I am trying to make is, are all the simulators the same or similar? Also, what does everyone think of Golf Simulators?
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Whenever I can tee it up I do. Adjusting heights as I con down through the clubs.
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The best putter I have ever had…. Odyssey Stroke Labs Double Wide. Was fitted a few years ago. Totally confident in my lines now.
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International
StrikurJim replied to GolfSpy MPR's topic in Introduce Yourself/ WIYB (What's In Your Bag)
How long have you been playing golf? What’s your handicap or normal score? I have been playing since 1990. At the time when I played 3/4 times a week and practiced daily I got down to about a 7/8 handicap. Right now I would say that I am about a 12/13. I could literally score anywhere now from a 77-90. What do you love about golf? I love almost everything about the game. Especially meeting new people. What brings you to MyGolfSpy? Do you already know any other Spies? I am here for the reviews and stay for the comments. Where are you from? What is your home course? I am from St. John’s, NL Canada. I don’t really have a home course. It was for a time Admirals Green and then The Woods/Glendenning. What are the best and worst things about golf in your region? Best thing about golf here is the diversity even within the city. What do you do for a living? I work for the Department of Justice. How’d you pick your user name? Picked it from an old nickname that I had. Used to be a good ball striker! as for WITB; Driver: Callaway Mavrik SZ 3Wood: Nike Covert Tour 5Wood: Titleist 913 Irons: 4-P.W. Mizuno MP-64’s Wedges: Mizuno S23 50/54/58 Putter: Odyssey Stroke Labs Double Wide Ball: Titleist Pro V1x