GB13 Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 If you are looking at the i210's don't over look the iBlades. They are more along the lines of the MP-18's and JPX Tours than the i210's.Good point, thanks. I normally don't consider myself a good enough ball striker to play blades but I suppose that the iBlades have a little more tech than normal blades. Shankster 1 Quote Wilson Staff C300 9.0* Fujikura Pro 58 stiff Callaway Rogue 3W Mitsubishi Diamana D+ LTD 80 stiff Mizuno MP-18 MMC FLI-HI 2 iron UST Mamiya Recoil 95 stiff Ping I200's 4-W Aerotech Steelfiber I110 CW stiff Ping Glide 52* and 58* stiff Bettinardi Studio Stock #38 Armlock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 Good point, thanks. I normally don't consider myself a good enough ball striker to play blades but I suppose that the iBlades have a little more tech than normal blades.Obviously the “get fit†thing will come up. And I see you are one of our younger members. I think you out of anyone would benefit from lessons and fitting the most. And I mean that in a good way. Just my thoughts on that. All it takes is patience and practice to become a good ball striker. cksurfdude, silver & black and GB13 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GB13 Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 Obviously the “get fit†thing will come up. And I see you are one of our younger members. I think you out of anyone would benefit from lessons and fitting the most. And I mean that in a good way. Just my thoughts on that. All it takes is patience and practice to become a good ball striker. Yes, I agree. I have promised myself that I will never get clubs OTR again. I have tried lessons with a few pros but all wanted me to have a "cookie cutter" swing. I don't have a "normal" swing and don't think trying to create one is how I will play my best golf. I have a shoulder turn to about 115 degrees and all of the pros have really tried to shorten that. I have been working on it myself and have lowered my handicap by about 8 this year so far. Thanks for the advice. Shankster 1 Quote Wilson Staff C300 9.0* Fujikura Pro 58 stiff Callaway Rogue 3W Mitsubishi Diamana D+ LTD 80 stiff Mizuno MP-18 MMC FLI-HI 2 iron UST Mamiya Recoil 95 stiff Ping I200's 4-W Aerotech Steelfiber I110 CW stiff Ping Glide 52* and 58* stiff Bettinardi Studio Stock #38 Armlock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 Yes, I agree. I have promised myself that I will never get clubs OTR again. I have tried lessons with a few pros but all wanted me to have a "cookie cutter" swing. I don't have a "normal" swing and don't think trying to create one is how I will play my best golf. I have a shoulder turn to about 115 degrees and all of the pros have really tried to shorten that. I have been working on it myself and have lowered my handicap by about 8 this year so far. Thanks for the advice. The Bubba approach. That's the route I took. I won't say not to do that for sure, just make sure it is right for you. It sounds like you love the game, keep at it! GB13 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattF Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 Thinking about a new driver what with the G400 series, ST180, F8 series out...I've now gone so far as to making an appointment with Club Champion for a driver fitting in October. deejaid, PAgolfer2017, BenjaminButtonz and 3 others 6 Quote In the bag: Driver: Darkspeed X 9° UST Mamiya LIN-Q M40X Blue 7F4 Fairway: Apex UW 19° & 21° Project X HZRDUS Smoke RDX Black 5.5 Irons: JPX 923 HMP 5-PW UST Mamiya Recoil 95 F4 Wedges: T-22 Denim Copper 48°, 52° & 56° UST Mamiya Recoil 95 F4 Putter Sycamore 005 Wide Blade Bag: Fairway 14 stand bag Balls: Chrome Tour Cart: CaddyLite ONE Ver. 8 God Bless America, God save the King, God defend New Zealand and thank Christ for Australia! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jbmullin Posted July 19, 2018 Share Posted July 19, 2018 I am looking at fairway woods and hybrids. I struggle to find one that I am comfortable with and able to consistently hit. tried some of the new offerings on the market last week at the golf shot but not feeling it. I am looking at the King Cobra oversize 3-4 hybrid. Quote DRIVER - Ping G425 SFT Driver Tensei AV 55 Orange Reg Flex Woods - Ping G425 7 wood Tensei AV 65 Orange Reg Flex Irons - Cobra Rad Speed 1 Length UST Recoil 780 Smacwrap Graphite Reg Flex WEDGES- Callaway jaws 52/56/60 PUTTER- Taylormade FCG spider putter 34" BALL- Pro V1x or Tp5X -- trying to figure this one out. Footjoy Tour S golf shoe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PAgolfer2017 Posted July 20, 2018 Share Posted July 20, 2018 Darn #CobraCONNECT challenge has me thinking all sorts of Cobra and now an ARCCOS set. Sent from my iPad using MyGolfSpy cnosil and richsgbox 2 Quote Bag: 4.5LS Driver: Stealth 9* w/ Aldila Red 60 Fairway: SIM 15* w/ Diamana 70 Fairway: GBB Heavenwood 19* w/ Fujikura Pro 72 Irons: p790 4-PW w/ C-Taper Lite 110s Wedge: MG3 50 & 54 Wedge: Hi-Toe 60* Putter: Spider X Ball: TP5 PIX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russtopherb Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 I'm thinking about maybe moving on from my X2Hot hybrid and getting something with a larger head that's a bit more forgiving. I have no issues hitting my Heavenwood, so maybe a bigger headed hybo will finally give me some confidence and help move me out of Hook City. cksurfdude 1 Quote In my carry bag: ST-X 10.5* Kai'li Blue R Flex ST-Z 15* Kai/li Blue R Flex ST-Z 4h Linq Blue R Flex Launcher 5h Launcher CBX 6i-PW CBX 54* & 58* Huntington Beach #10 e12 Contact CURRENTLY TESTING - Mizuno Long Game Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
null Posted July 23, 2018 Author Share Posted July 23, 2018 I'm thinking about maybe moving on from my X2Hot hybrid and getting something with a larger head that's a bit more forgiving. I have no issues hitting my Heavenwood, so maybe a bigger headed hybo will finally give me some confidence and help move me out of Hook City.A more forgiving hybrid without draw bias would be tough. Better off looking at a 5 wood cnosil 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russtopherb Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 A more forgiving hybrid without draw bias would be tough. Better off looking at a 5 wood And that's one of the biggest issues I've had with hybrids for years. I've even thought about getting an adjustable 24* and lofting it down to see if that helped. Quote In my carry bag: ST-X 10.5* Kai'li Blue R Flex ST-Z 15* Kai/li Blue R Flex ST-Z 4h Linq Blue R Flex Launcher 5h Launcher CBX 6i-PW CBX 54* & 58* Huntington Beach #10 e12 Contact CURRENTLY TESTING - Mizuno Long Game Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 And that's one of the biggest issues I've had with hybrids for years. I've even thought about getting an adjustable 24* and lofting it down to see if that helped. Why not a utility iron? Do you hit your long irons well? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
null Posted July 23, 2018 Author Share Posted July 23, 2018 Why not a utility iron? Do you hit your long irons well?He mentioned he wanted something more forgiving than his current hybrid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russtopherb Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 Why not a utility iron? Do you hit your long irons well? He mentioned he wanted something more forgiving than his current hybrid Yup, I need something I can hit off the turf on par 5s or as a tee club for tighter par 4s. Plus with a mid 90's driver swing speed, I'm a bit worried about not being able to really elevate a driving iron. Quote In my carry bag: ST-X 10.5* Kai'li Blue R Flex ST-Z 15* Kai/li Blue R Flex ST-Z 4h Linq Blue R Flex Launcher 5h Launcher CBX 6i-PW CBX 54* & 58* Huntington Beach #10 e12 Contact CURRENTLY TESTING - Mizuno Long Game Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GB13 Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 And that's one of the biggest issues I've had with hybrids for years. I've even thought about getting an adjustable 24* and lofting it down to see if that helped.+1 for the utility club. That should get rid of the hook bias. There are some pretty forgiving ones like the Ping G400 Crossover and Cobra Utility. Quote Wilson Staff C300 9.0* Fujikura Pro 58 stiff Callaway Rogue 3W Mitsubishi Diamana D+ LTD 80 stiff Mizuno MP-18 MMC FLI-HI 2 iron UST Mamiya Recoil 95 stiff Ping I200's 4-W Aerotech Steelfiber I110 CW stiff Ping Glide 52* and 58* stiff Bettinardi Studio Stock #38 Armlock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 Yup, I need something I can hit off the turf on par 5s or as a tee club for tighter par 4s. Plus with a mid 90's driver swing speed, I'm a bit worried about not being able to really elevate a driving iron. Maybe wait for those new GAPR's to come out. The Mid or the High might be your golden ticket. I believe that Callaway's Apex Pro hybrids had a neutral to fade bias if I remember correctly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russtopherb Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 +1 for the utility club. That should get rid of the hook bias. There are some pretty forgiving ones like the Ping G400 Crossover and Cobra Utility. Y'know, I don't think I ever really thought about the Crossover. Hmmmmm.... Shankster 1 Quote In my carry bag: ST-X 10.5* Kai'li Blue R Flex ST-Z 15* Kai/li Blue R Flex ST-Z 4h Linq Blue R Flex Launcher 5h Launcher CBX 6i-PW CBX 54* & 58* Huntington Beach #10 e12 Contact CURRENTLY TESTING - Mizuno Long Game Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wedgie Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 Yup, I need something I can hit off the turf on par 5s or as a tee club for tighter par 4s. Plus with a mid 90's driver swing speed, I'm a bit worried about not being able to really elevate a driving iron. You could try the Launcher HB 4 iron. Plays like an iron but gets up like a hybrid. No draw bias but I can't remember the loft on it. The other option I use is the Cobra single length 3H. Straightest club I have and if you've seen my swing that is saying something. Sent from my iPad using MyGolfSpy Quote Wedgie Driver - XXIO X Driver 9.5 - Launcher Turbo 2 hybrid - F9 One Length 3-L - ER 1.2 Top Flite Gamer Play Right Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 And, how much forgiveness do you need? Where is your miss on the club-face? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wedgie Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 And, how much forgiveness do you need? Where is your miss on the club-face? He reviewed the Wilson c300s and felt he needed more forgiveness. Sent from my iPad using MyGolfSpy russtopherb and Shankster 2 Quote Wedgie Driver - XXIO X Driver 9.5 - Launcher Turbo 2 hybrid - F9 One Length 3-L - ER 1.2 Top Flite Gamer Play Right Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russtopherb Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 You could try the Launcher HB 4 iron. Plays like an iron but gets up like a hybrid. No draw bias but I can't remember the loft on it. The other option I use is the Cobra single length 3H. Straightest club I have and if you've seen my swing that is saying something. Sent from my iPad using MyGolfSpy I had 4 & 5 Altitudes and I hooked the heck out of those too Quote In my carry bag: ST-X 10.5* Kai'li Blue R Flex ST-Z 15* Kai/li Blue R Flex ST-Z 4h Linq Blue R Flex Launcher 5h Launcher CBX 6i-PW CBX 54* & 58* Huntington Beach #10 e12 Contact CURRENTLY TESTING - Mizuno Long Game Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wedgie Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 I had 4 & 5 Altitudes and I hooked the heck out of those too Hmmm....so much for that idea. Sent from my iPad using MyGolfSpy Quote Wedgie Driver - XXIO X Driver 9.5 - Launcher Turbo 2 hybrid - F9 One Length 3-L - ER 1.2 Top Flite Gamer Play Right Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 He reviewed the Wilson c300s and felt he needed more forgiveness. Sent from my iPad using MyGolfSpy PING G400's might do the trick too. Good luck in finding your fit. russtopherb and Wedgie 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russtopherb Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 Hmmm....so much for that idea. Sent from my iPad using MyGolfSpy I know... honestly I think it's more mental than anything else at this point. I should just stick with choking up on my Heavenwood when needed, and keep the 4i in the bag for punchouts and tee shots. Quote In my carry bag: ST-X 10.5* Kai'li Blue R Flex ST-Z 15* Kai/li Blue R Flex ST-Z 4h Linq Blue R Flex Launcher 5h Launcher CBX 6i-PW CBX 54* & 58* Huntington Beach #10 e12 Contact CURRENTLY TESTING - Mizuno Long Game Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wedgie Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 I know... honestly I think it's more mental than anything else at this point. I should just stick with choking up on my Heavenwood when needed, and keep the 4i in the bag for punchouts and tee shots. If you hit your 7 iron straight you will hit the Cobra single length 3H straight. Sent from my iPad using MyGolfSpy cnosil and russtopherb 2 Quote Wedgie Driver - XXIO X Driver 9.5 - Launcher Turbo 2 hybrid - F9 One Length 3-L - ER 1.2 Top Flite Gamer Play Right Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nixlix26 Posted July 23, 2018 Share Posted July 23, 2018 Wilson 8813 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TSauer Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 Considering picking up some new wedges.. do I want a set of SM6s or Glide 2.0 Stealths? Quote Driver: Aerojet 9* | Hzrdus Black Gen 4 Fairway: G410 3W 13* | Alta CB 65 Hybrid: TS2 18* | Tensei AV Blue 70 S Hybrid: iCrossover 20* | Kai'li White 80 Irons: P790 5-PW | DG S300 Wedges: Vokey SM9 | 52, 56, 60 | DG S200 Putter: Link.1 | Accra x LAB --- LAB Golf Link.1 Review --- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GB13 Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 Why did I have to find these??? https://www.2ndswing.com/pv-942948733-mint-miura-pp-9003-straight-neck-iron-set-4-pw-kbs-tour-130-steel-x-stiff-right-handed-3775-in.aspx Quote Wilson Staff C300 9.0* Fujikura Pro 58 stiff Callaway Rogue 3W Mitsubishi Diamana D+ LTD 80 stiff Mizuno MP-18 MMC FLI-HI 2 iron UST Mamiya Recoil 95 stiff Ping I200's 4-W Aerotech Steelfiber I110 CW stiff Ping Glide 52* and 58* stiff Bettinardi Studio Stock #38 Armlock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PMookie Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 First time in over a year I hit a G400 and had 160+ ball speed, over 108mph swing speed, carry average of over 275, and had a dispersion of 30 yards (NO HOOKS).... Very interesting. The KZG got beat today... That's a first. That TPT shaft is legit, once they find you the right one. Well, and I finally start to swing like my coach is teaching me to!!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro cnosil, MattF, PING Apologist #9 and 2 others 5 Quote Driver: Ping G430 Max 9*, Ping Tour 70X Fairway: Ping G425 15*, Ping Tour 70X Hybrid: Ping G425 22*, Ping Tour 80X Irons: Ping i230 4-GW, TT DG X100 Wedges: SMS 50D/54V/58DModus 130 stiff, +1” Putter: EAS 1.0 Ball: Titleist 2023 AVX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pulledabill Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 Like another Vokey at 51 degrees to close wedge gap. Putter shopped today but bsck was killing me after getting buddies broken down truck home. Pointless to buy after that. Assistsnt pro tonight showed me an Itsy Bitsy in excellent shape. Hit it well but will try agsin tomorrow. 70 bucks is what I think i can get it for. Really hoped the Sigma G woukd feel better for me than what it did. Reshaft my hybrids to stiff or maybe xstiff. Carry bsg for excercise. A new swing Quote DRIVER: Cobra F9 10.5 Tensei AV Blue 65g 3W- Callway XR PRO 16 stiff 5W- Alpha- Mitsubishi Diamana Redboard w/band Irons- Mizuno JPX 919 Tours with S KBS Tour shafts Hyrbid- TM 4h mid-rescue Vokey- Vokey SM5 51 degrees, SM7 Wedges 54 and 58 1/2 half 3 degrees upright Putter- Taylor Made Rossa Monza Mini Spider Ball-ProV1 and AVX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattF Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 I could tell you, but then...you know the rest. Golfspy_CG2, tommc23 and MaxEntropy 3 Quote In the bag: Driver: Darkspeed X 9° UST Mamiya LIN-Q M40X Blue 7F4 Fairway: Apex UW 19° & 21° Project X HZRDUS Smoke RDX Black 5.5 Irons: JPX 923 HMP 5-PW UST Mamiya Recoil 95 F4 Wedges: T-22 Denim Copper 48°, 52° & 56° UST Mamiya Recoil 95 F4 Putter Sycamore 005 Wide Blade Bag: Fairway 14 stand bag Balls: Chrome Tour Cart: CaddyLite ONE Ver. 8 God Bless America, God save the King, God defend New Zealand and thank Christ for Australia! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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