Samson 34 Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 So... After a 10 year hiatus from golf due to school, I am back at it and absolutely loving it. Clubs are/were dated. Had irons fit 18 years ago, and my woods were.... Well archaic. So halfway through the summer I ended up buying a Bombtech Grenade in 9 degrees with their xstiff shaft. Love the idea of the company, really liked the look of the club. Problem is, I started doing some digging after noticing I really wasn't performing much better than I had been with my old driver (Precision 10.5). When I caught it just right it would go, usually in the 305 to 315 range, but it was really hard to make good contact, to a point where the Grenade was just staying in the bag. Having stumbled across this blog and site, I find that I'm quite disappointed in the product - given their advertising, and the results I have seen in most wanted testing. Anyways, I cracked the club face and haven't had the best time with their service folks. Borrowed a Cobra FLY Z from a buddy and the tee is suddenly a very nice place to be... Carrying 320 regularly and just very easy to hit. I was curious to see if anyone else has had any experience (good or bad), with Bombtech. Did I just pull a short straw, or is this representative of Bombtech's line of products? 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SPY VIP GolfSpy MBP 2,279 Posted January 17, 2017 SPY VIP Share Posted January 17, 2017 I have a grenade and I can crank it long for me (9° regular-plays stiff). However, I put my G30 in the bag and my regular playing partners after the first round commented on how much straighter I hit the ball. Honestly, I may have lost 5 yards, but I sure hit a lot more fairways. You'd be better served testing a few drivers on sale at your local shop and seeing which one goes best Quote Yo #JustPlayBetter Follow @GolfSpyMBP Link to post Share on other sites
BigtazzGolf 1,901 Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Sorry you pulled the pin on that one. I'm sure they have some good qualities, but I never thought to look or try them. I do like the advertising campaign they have going on though. Good luck with the cobra. Tazz Quote Grip n Rip it Chicks dig the LONG ball In my staff bag King F7+ Mitsubishi Tensei CK Pro White 60 - Graphite Tour X-Stiff CBX 13.5 3 Wood Atomic Irons 4-AW (reviewing) CG16 Satin 52* 588 RTX 2.0 56* and 60* Sentio Sierra 101-M Putter Proud tester of the Tommy Armour ATOMIC Irons Link to post Share on other sites
SPY VIP Tony Covey MGS 671 Posted January 17, 2017 SPY VIP Share Posted January 17, 2017 While there are some who love the Grenade, and I'm personally of the school of thought that almost anything will work for someone, I'd be inclined to call it bad design. The CG is EXCEPTIONALLY high (the highest we've ever measured), and that lends itself well only to guys who hit the ball consistently above the center of the face. In our tests we saw a pronounced right-side bias suggesting some had trouble squaring it up. The aerodynamics story doesn't pass the sniff test with a single one of the R&D guys I know who deal with aerodynamics in any capacity. From a design perspective, it's not too different from the Nike Covert series, but without the same level of R&D behind it. It will fit a small percentage of golfers. While MOI is above average, most drivers from the big guys will almost always outperform it. Take a look at our CG charts to get a better understanding of where it fits: https://www.mygolfspy.com/2016-driver-cg-advanced-data/ 4 Quote MyGolfSpy is only major golf site that refuses advertising from large golf companies. With your support we can keep it that way. Donate Today Follow @GolfSpyT Subscribe to the MyGolfSpy Newsletter Link to post Share on other sites
Samson 34 Posted January 17, 2017 Author Share Posted January 17, 2017 Those charts are part of what made me really start to think critically regarding the purchase, too bad I left my analytical side at home when I "pulled the pin". I'm interested to see how the reviews look on their iron line (which I likely won't be purchasing ). Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zeasy 383 Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Their sales approach is questionable. Pretty sure there are laws against 3 year long sales (woods) and always on sale (irons). 2 Quote <p><strong>D:</strong> 9* G400 Max w/Xcalibur TSL</p><p> </p><p><strong>F: </strong> 14* XR Pro 16 w/Hzrdous Red</p><p><strong>I:</strong> SLS-01 4-SW w/Paderson SL</p><p><strong>W:</strong> DGR 59 w/Dynamic Gold SL</p><p><strong>P:</strong> Artisan 0318 or Edel TB</p><p> Link to post Share on other sites
SPY VIP GolfSpyC 223 Posted January 17, 2017 SPY VIP Share Posted January 17, 2017 My experience was that due to the design (High CG) I couldn't get any decent numbers with it. It spun like a top and after about 3 swings there wasn't anything there I wanted to explore further. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jlukes 13,631 Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 What T said 1 Quote In my BR-D4 Stand Bag G410 LST 9* VA Nemesys 65X G410 LST 14.5* Tour AD DI 7X 818 H2 20* Tour AD DI 85X MP20 HMB 4 Tour AD 95X JPX 919 Tour 5-PW Oban CT 115 X(-) Vokey SM7 50F - 54S - 59D Phantom X 5.5 (2021) ProV1 Link to post Share on other sites
Samson 34 Posted January 17, 2017 Author Share Posted January 17, 2017 Anyone swung any of their other clubs? Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mr_Theoo 3,202 Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Their sales approach is questionable. Pretty sure there are laws against 3 year long sales (woods) and always on sale (irons). I've wondered that, if it's always on sale why not just call that the regular price? Quote Driver: Epic 10.5 set to 9.5 w/ Tour AD-DI 44.5 FW: F6 baffler set at 16º Hybrid: NONEIrons: 3i 2014 TP CB 4-PW 2011 TP MC w/ TT S400 Wedges: 52º 56º 60 º w/ KBS C-Taper XS Soft-stepped Putter: Sigma G Tyne 34 inches Gold dot Link to post Share on other sites
jlukes 13,631 Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Anyone swung any of their other clubs? Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Yes, I've hit the driver. Felt and sounded no Bueno and spun way too much for me Quote In my BR-D4 Stand Bag G410 LST 9* VA Nemesys 65X G410 LST 14.5* Tour AD DI 7X 818 H2 20* Tour AD DI 85X MP20 HMB 4 Tour AD 95X JPX 919 Tour 5-PW Oban CT 115 X(-) Vokey SM7 50F - 54S - 59D Phantom X 5.5 (2021) ProV1 Link to post Share on other sites
hckymeyer 6,305 Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Their sales approach is questionable. Pretty sure there are laws against 3 year long sales (woods) and always on sale (irons). A MN company (MyPillow) just got dinged for this. They've been running a "buy one get one free" campaign for about 10 years now. The BBB just discredited them and gave them an F rating until they fix it. Deceptive advertising. Quote Driver: Epic SZ w/ VA Composites Raijin 65 04 3w: '16 M2 hl w/ Diamana D+ 82 5w: Launcher HB w/ HZRDUS Yellow Hybrid: 22 deg. Launcher HB w/ HZRDUS Black Irons: 5i-UW G700 w/ X100 soft stepped once Wedges: 54 & 58 CBX w/ Nippon Modus 3 125 Putter: Red 7s Link to post Share on other sites
Zeasy 383 Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 A MN company (MyPillow) just got dinged for this. They've been running a "buy one get one free" campaign for about 10 years now. The BBB just discredited them and gave them an F rating until they fix it. Deceptive advertising. JC Penney just settled a lawsuit over the same thing. 1 Quote <p><strong>D:</strong> 9* G400 Max w/Xcalibur TSL</p><p> </p><p><strong>F: </strong> 14* XR Pro 16 w/Hzrdous Red</p><p><strong>I:</strong> SLS-01 4-SW w/Paderson SL</p><p><strong>W:</strong> DGR 59 w/Dynamic Gold SL</p><p><strong>P:</strong> Artisan 0318 or Edel TB</p><p> Link to post Share on other sites
BigtazzGolf 1,901 Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 A MN company (MyPillow) just got dinged for this. They've been running a "buy one get one free" campaign for about 10 years now. The BBB just discredited them and gave them an F rating until they fix it. Deceptive advertising.Do you not get 2 pillows if you order from them? Tazz Quote Grip n Rip it Chicks dig the LONG ball In my staff bag King F7+ Mitsubishi Tensei CK Pro White 60 - Graphite Tour X-Stiff CBX 13.5 3 Wood Atomic Irons 4-AW (reviewing) CG16 Satin 52* 588 RTX 2.0 56* and 60* Sentio Sierra 101-M Putter Proud tester of the Tommy Armour ATOMIC Irons Link to post Share on other sites
McaseyM 1,710 Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 I was reading their "reviews"'of the irons, all 5 star on their site, but they are only on pre-order and haven't been released yet I'd honestly be interested in giving them a swing sometime from driver through putter, but not gonna order and pay 10% restocking fee if I didn't like them. I've read a few people on the forum note that Sully wasn't 100% truthful on 100% made is USA though. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy 1 Quote What's in my bag: Driver : F9 10.5, Fujikura Speeder 757 TR Fairway F9 15.5° TBD Hybrid: King F7 18° KBS Tour PROTO Hybrid 95 S+ Irons: z585 4i - 6i, z785 7i-PW, Nippon Modus 120X Wedges: CBX 50.11, 55.11, 60.10 TT DG S400 Black Putter: Honey Badger 34" Ball: Q-Star Tour Link to post Share on other sites
Zeasy 383 Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 I was reading their "reviews"'of the irons, all 5 star on their site, but they are only on pre-order and haven't been released yet I'd honestly be interested in giving them a swing sometime from driver through putter, but not gonna order and pay 10% restocking fee if I didn't like them. I've read a few people on the forum note that Sully wasn't 100% truthful on 100% made is USA though. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy He's claiming made in the USA?! Quote <p><strong>D:</strong> 9* G400 Max w/Xcalibur TSL</p><p> </p><p><strong>F: </strong> 14* XR Pro 16 w/Hzrdous Red</p><p><strong>I:</strong> SLS-01 4-SW w/Paderson SL</p><p><strong>W:</strong> DGR 59 w/Dynamic Gold SL</p><p><strong>P:</strong> Artisan 0318 or Edel TB</p><p> Link to post Share on other sites
hckymeyer 6,305 Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Do you not get 2 pillows if you order from them? Tazz You do, but if it's always buy one get one free then it's not really a sale. It's just regular price. Quote Driver: Epic SZ w/ VA Composites Raijin 65 04 3w: '16 M2 hl w/ Diamana D+ 82 5w: Launcher HB w/ HZRDUS Yellow Hybrid: 22 deg. Launcher HB w/ HZRDUS Black Irons: 5i-UW G700 w/ X100 soft stepped once Wedges: 54 & 58 CBX w/ Nippon Modus 3 125 Putter: Red 7s Link to post Share on other sites
Samson 34 Posted January 17, 2017 Author Share Posted January 17, 2017 I had read somewhere on MGS (can't recall where) that Sully was really reluctance to have his driver tested.... Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Texas2cap 61 Posted January 17, 2017 Share Posted January 17, 2017 Absolute garbage is my opinion of the company. It is the new warrior custom golf. I'd stay away. Plenty of better clubs out there. Plus, I wouldn't want them to have my credit card info. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Samson 34 Posted January 17, 2017 Author Share Posted January 17, 2017 Absolute garbage is my opinion of the company. It is the new warrior custom golf. I'd stay away. Plenty of better clubs out there. Plus, I wouldn't want them to have my credit card info. With how their customer service is so far, I should probably just cancel my card. It's too bad, I really wanted to support the little guy instead of pouring my money into big business. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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