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It's important to noted that the 2020 AVX does have higher greenside spin, at least for me. I would definitely check it out if you've only played the previous version!
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I've had success googling specific clubs or heading over to https://forums.golfwrx.com/categories/classic-golf-and-golfers
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21 minutes ago, cksurfdude said:
Interesting side by side test! So..... is one of these now your gamer ball?
This was the test to decide... and I’m still mulling it over. I’m leaning Vice Pro if only for the slightly better 3-wood performance.
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Hi Everyone,
I'm stuck here in Minnesota where it has been unbearably hot or thunderstorming, so I thought I would do a review of two balls relatively new to the market. I have chosen the new Titleist AVX and Vice Pro because I've been looking for a ball with low-spin off of my longer clubs but that also retains spin from the mid-irons down to chips. Also, I'm a sucker for how the dimple-pattern on the AVX looks AND for how sleek Vice's logo is. As you will see, the review consists of a variety of different shots that were tracked using FlightScope Mevo:
1. 10-yard Bump-and-Run (Closed-face 54* SW)
2. 10-yard Chip (60* LW)
3. 50-yard Pitch (60* LW)
4. Full 60* Lob Wedge
5. Full 7-Iron
6. Full 3-Wood
(I know that the typical "driver" component is missing, but I haven't included it because I don't usually hit driver and instead use my 3-wood off of the tee. I hope this doesn't ruin the test for anyone!)
So, without further ado, here are the head-to-head results for each ball (I hit many shots with each ball and only chose shots that that represented good/typical swings):
10-Yard Bump-and-Run
AVX:
Ball Speed Carry Launch Angle Spin Height Time Airborne
Vice Pro:
10-Yard Chip
Ball Speed Carry Launch Angle Spin Height Time Airborne
AVX:
Vice Pro:
50-Yard Pitch
Ball Speed Carry Launch Angle Spin Height Time Airborne
AVX:
Vice Pro:
Full Lob Wedge
Ball Speed Carry Launch Angle Spin Height Time Airborne
AVX:
Vice Pro:
7-Iron
Ball Speed Carry Launch Angle Spin Height Time Airborne
AVX:
Vice Pro:
3-Wood
Ball Speed Carry Launch Angle Spin Height Time Airborne
AVX:
Vice Pro:
Conclusions:
Wow, what a similar ball! I really wasn't expecting so much overlap. There are a few stand-out statistics to me, though:
1. The two balls are basically identical on green-side chips.
2. The AVX launches consistently higher than the Vice Pro (except for the full LW).
3. The distance on full shots is generally comparable.
4. The Vice Pro spins a few-hundred rpm's more with the lob wedge, but a few hundred rpm's less with the 7-iron.
5. The Vice Pro carries farther with a more penetrating trajectory and less spin with the 3-wood.
- JKim2, AGutierrez7, Thin2win and 3 others
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How do you like the lightweight design? Unfortunately, us lefties are shut out by the X Series.
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This gapping makes sense if you hit full shots with each of those clubs; especially if you’ve had this gapping corroborated with yardage data.
Personally, I hit full shots will all of my wedges, but I use 4 degrees of separation between them (except for the lob wedge which I keep at 60). As long as it’s not a pain to get them bent, I don’t see why it should be unorthodox.
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What I've always liked about the Apex Pros is that they feel incredibly soft and nice, but are not presented in an intimidating package. I was between the Mavrik Pros and the Apex Pros, and I only went with the Mavriks because I could use the extra distance. The Apex Pros are, to me, one of the few Player's Irons that offer soft feel and consistency in a confidence-inspiring package.
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My personal experience with a driver fitting has been negative overall. This is not to say that the actual fitting process or the fitter was bad, only that the ultimate outcome was me moving on from the fitted driver within six months.
I recently got back into golf after not playing since high school, and, even back then, I wasn't a consistent or dedicated golfer. I worked on the range for about a month in order to get my swing back in sync and get used to hitting balls again. After I felt comfortable, I scheduled a driver fitting. I came into the fitting hitting the ball about 230 with a slice; I finished the fitting with a new driver that I consistently hit 260 with a fade. I was ecstatic with the results.
Unfortunately, after taking the driver home, going to the range, and playing a few rounds, I just couldn't hit the driver. The results were nothing like the ones I saw during the fitting. I went back to the fitter, and they reassessed the fit, but I could not come close to replicating my previous results. I left with a new shaft and, still, poor results. After a few months, I moved on to a different driver that I could hit better and felt more comfortable with.
All of this is to say: my main mistake in getting fit for my driver was not having a consistent swing. I was just getting back into golf and, although I felt my swing was consistent within a session, it changed between sessions. Therefore, my driver was fit perfectly for my swing on that day, but quite poorly for how my swing developed. After golfing for six more months, working on my swing, and lowering my handicap to 13, NOW would be an appropriate time for me to get a driver fitting. I made the mistake of thinking that the fitting would improve my game without a real understanding of the inconsistencies in my swing.
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Here you go:
https://golf.com/gear/wedges/cleveland-rtx-zipcore-wedges-first-look/
Not sure I love the look, but I'll give it time!
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I am loving the new TP5 Pix. As for as the actual ball goes, I love the compression: it feels like a great middle-ground between soft an hard. Feels like a rocket off of all club faces. The spin around greens is exceptional, too.
As far as the "Pix" design, I have found it helpful in lining up putts; nothing revolutionary, but an easy way to judge the accuracy of your strokes (you still have to be able to read greens, though!). I also like that it is easier to tell your ball apart when playing in a group. I have found, however, that the patterning makes the ball harder for me to see in the rough! For only this reason, I am considering moving to the yellow TP5's.
- ParFore74x, twyatt700 and Shankster
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Could I get a "Broke 90" bade please? Hopefully I'll be back soon requesting the <80 badge! Thanks!
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On 5/29/2020 at 11:41 AM, BennyLar24 said:
I've been playing the MCCs for the last few years, but one problem I have is if my hands start to sweat I find myself losing traction from time to time. Any recommendations?
I find the Winn Dri-Tac do great with sweaty hands!
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Any news on Cleveland updating the CBX wedge line? I think I heard something about them still planning to release them later this year. I currently game the 50, 54, and 60 full face and love them!
Don't be dissuaded by the cavity-back design!
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1 minute ago, jaskanski said:
Are you talking specifically about the Aldila Rouge Elite Blue 55?
Yes, but I was wondering if this is a general phenomenon, too.
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Over the past three months, I've had two identical driver shafts snap at the hosel. Barring manufacturer defects or poor treatment, have you heard of the following scenario contributing to this kind of shaft break: I have recently learned, through a lesson, that I am an extremely consistent ball striker, but I consistently hit the ball on the heel of the club. Could consistent heel contact over the course of some months (driving range sessions and on-course play) contribute to a shaft break at the hosel? Or do you think they were just freak accidents?
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Hey Everyone,
I'm going to start using Volvik S4's on the course because I need some more spin around the greens (and I'm a sucker for the playing card suits around the numbers). Has anyone had any experience, good or bad, with these or the S3's?
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I like the look of these irons the best of all of their offerings because of the lack of screw weights (coming from someone who games the 0811X driver!). Are these your first hollow-bodied clubs? How did the short irons perform?
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Here is a quick gif I made of my wife spying on me while using the Mevo. Hopefully this can give you an idea of the space required.
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Ditto on the ST200G! The adjustability looks amazing.
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As a lefty, there are plenty of clubs that I wish were made in left-handed options. I'll start with my first choice: Mizuno JPX 919 Tour. They look so sweet!
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Keep us updated. The clubs look great, and it would be great to get an honest opinion on the only set of their irons in my price range!
TaylorMade Truss TB2
in Member Reviews
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Center-Truss-Specific Pros:
1. The center-positioned truss frames the ball at address, creating confidence that the ball is well-positioned for a center strike
2. Extremely stable in back-stroke through impact
General Pros:
1. Look of a blade at address, weight and feel of a mallet
2. One of the few center-shafted putter options for lefties
3. Pure Roll insert feels like butter
Potential Cons:
1. Unconventional looks (not at address, however)
2. Relatively skinny grip
3. Face-balanced, so ideal for straight back and through strokes
Having used the Toulon Las Vegas for the past year, I felt it was time for a change. For the last few months, I have been unable to control the face through impact. I began testing putters, and I decided a center-shafted putter felt the best. Unfortunately, as a lefty, CS putters are few and far between, especially ones available to test.
Luckily, I happened upon the Taylormade Truss TB2 at 35” with 10g toe and heel weights. I specifically chose the TB2 model because it was a blade and because the truss is located towards the center of the head. Initially, I assumed this would only benefit stability and smoothness of stroke, but the real benefit I have found is the way the truss frames the ball at address. Here is an example:
With respect to the MGS Most Wanted Blade 2020 results, I was surprised that the Truss TB2 performed so poorly at 10ft. My personal experience has been improved accuracy from 5, 10 and 20 feet, and I have decreased my three putts from 7.3 to 4.9 per round since switching to the TB2.
Before discounting the Truss TB2 based on how it looks on the shelf, I would highly recommend testing it on a proper putting green. For me, it indeed looks like a blade at address, but it has the added benefit of the truss increasing stability and framing the ball.