Shankster Posted May 22, 2017 Share Posted May 22, 2017 We have the best of bests. The good, the bad, the ugly... what about the most underrated equipment? What brand gets a undeserved bad rap? Which brand surprised you the most when tested? What brand should be in the spotlight that isn't? What brand is overlooked in the Big Brand markets? For me, I think it's Cobra. I've hit pretty much all of their 2017 Lineup and from my testing, they perform extremely well. The King MB's are as pure as any blade I've hit. The Forged Tec irons dare to be different by giving you a hint of forgiveness but a huge Forged feel. I'm gaming the wedges and let me tell you, they are SWEET! (Talk about spin!) Both the F7+ and the KING LTD driver sounded, looked, and performed as well as I could expect. The fairways rock, haven't hit the hybrids or the DI. - Alan cksurfdude, JohnSmalls, EasyPutter and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miboy62 Posted May 23, 2017 Share Posted May 23, 2017 I still game the Fly z + Cobra driver & hybrid. Don't see to many on the course. I think they come in under the radar. GolfSpy_APH, Shankster, Canucklehead and 1 other 4 Quote ZX5 MKII LS 8.5 Stealth 2 plus 3 wood Stealth 2 plus 5 wood Stealth 2 plus 19.5 Hybrid ZX5 MKll 5 / AW Dart stiff MG3 black 52 9b 58 12b 7.5 Phantom 34” Z Star Diamond 2023 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canucklehead Posted May 23, 2017 Share Posted May 23, 2017 Cobra is definitely one of the top dogs. Not sure why they don't get some of the lovin Sent from my E6853 using MyGolfSpy mobile app GolfSpy_APH and Shankster 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted May 23, 2017 Author Share Posted May 23, 2017 The Fly Z Pro irons are the ones that got my attention. Those were awesome irons. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy GolfSpy_APH and GeekingGolf 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ole gray Posted May 23, 2017 Share Posted May 23, 2017 I recently picked up a Cobra King F6 and I am getting my jock blown off with the performance this bad boy is putting out. Funny thing is, I was a Cobra homer several years ago and inadvertently swayed to other brands. I'm really glad I'm back in the saddle and I now I remember whey I respected their drivers so much. Golfspy_CG2, GeekingGolf, Canucklehead and 2 others 5 Quote Ping G430 Max Driver 10.5 Degree Titleist TSR1 4, 5, & 6 Hybrids Titleist T350 Irons 7 - W48 Cleveland CBX ZipCore 52 56 & 60 Degree Wedges LAB Mezz Max Broomstick Putter / TPT Shaft (Platinum @ 45/78) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted May 23, 2017 Author Share Posted May 23, 2017 I recently picked up a Cobra King F6 and I am getting my jock blown off with the performance this bad boy is putting out. Funny thing is, I was a Cobra homer several years ago and inadvertently swayed to other brands. I'm really glad I'm back in the saddle and I now I remember whey I respected their drivers so much.When acusnet owned Cobra I really wanted the DCI cobra version. I think it was just the King Cobra irons. The local legend at the course Mr. Jackson games them. It was like playing with Greg Norman. He was scratch or better. I'll never forget that King Cobra head cover. I think these were it. And I think they were during Acushnets ownership. - Alan ole gray and dadivots 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr_Theoo Posted May 23, 2017 Share Posted May 23, 2017 Nike Undershooter, JohnSmalls, Jiro and 1 other 4 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 comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GolfSpy_APH Posted May 23, 2017 Share Posted May 23, 2017 I have to agree with you all there, I think cobra is seriously underrated and make an amazing product. I love their fly z+ which is my gamer. I also had the amp cell pro Irons which were a thing of beauty. I still regret ever selling them. Maybe one day another pro version will work their way back into my bag Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Bags and Shankster 2 Quote as of Nov 6, 2023 (Past WITB) Driver: Paradym TD w/ GD ADDI 6X Driver Shootout! Wood: F7 3 wood 14.5* w/ Motore F1 Shaft Irons: T Series - T200 5 Iron T150 6-9 Iron T100 PW/GW Wedge: Toura Golf - A Spec 53,37,61 degree Putter: Mezz Max! Balls: Vice Pro Plus Drip (Blue/Orange) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ole gray Posted May 23, 2017 Share Posted May 23, 2017 When acusnet owned Cobra I really wanted the DCI cobra version. I think it was just the King Cobra irons. The local legend at the course Mr. Jackson games them. It was like playing with Greg Norman. He was scratch or better. I'll never forget that King Cobra head cover. I think these were it. And I think they were during Acushnets ownership. IMG_1096.PNG - Alan Yea I remember those. I think Cobra may have been the first set of oversized irons? Anyways I'm happy to have a snake back in my bag dadivots, Shankster and Bags 3 Quote Ping G430 Max Driver 10.5 Degree Titleist TSR1 4, 5, & 6 Hybrids Titleist T350 Irons 7 - W48 Cleveland CBX ZipCore 52 56 & 60 Degree Wedges LAB Mezz Max Broomstick Putter / TPT Shaft (Platinum @ 45/78) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted May 23, 2017 Author Share Posted May 23, 2017 Nike Agree, I think they were under appreciated. - Alan Bags, GeekingGolf and JohnSmalls 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poprocksncoke Posted May 23, 2017 Share Posted May 23, 2017 Agree 100%. Another would be Tour Edge, haven't hit one in a while but they had some pretty nice fairway woods. Sent from my SM-G930V using MyGolfSpy mobile app Rtracymog, Webz59, HarryB and 4 others 7 Quote SLDR 10.5 Oban HB R11s Rip Phenom Ft. Worth Black Irons 588 RTX Rotex 2.0 54 CG10 58 EV 5.3 Duo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted May 23, 2017 Author Share Posted May 23, 2017 Nike Especially the engage wedges. I tried them when they first came out. Space age looks, consistent blade performance. - Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post hckymeyer Posted May 23, 2017 Popular Post Share Posted May 23, 2017 Cobra has been underrated for a while now, agree with all the comments on them. I can't believe nobody has said Wilson Staff yet though. Their woods are definitely coming around and their irons have been sleeper hits for a few years now. Rtracymog, Camcmart, Golfspy_CG2 and 7 others 10 Quote Driver: SLDR w/ Fujikura Ventus Black 3w: '16 M2 hl w/ Diamana D+ 82 5w: Launcher HB w/ HZRDUS Yellow Hybrid: 22 deg. Launcher HB w/ HZRDUS Black Irons: 5i - gap Launcher CBX w/ Nippon Modus 3 125 Wedges: 54 CBX & 58 Zipcore w/ Nippon Modus 3 125 Putter: Red 7s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiro Posted May 23, 2017 Share Posted May 23, 2017 I'll say Mizuno--at least for some of their offerings. They get a lot of love on the players end of the lineup but I think not as much for the GI end or wedges. For a company known for the feel of their irons I see a lot more Titleist and Cleveland wedges in people's bags. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Canucklehead, Smalls1588, Shankster and 4 others 7 Quote Launcher HB Driver 10.5* | Launcher HB 5W | Launcher HB 3H and 4H | Launcher CBX Irons 5-PW | CBX Wedges 50*, 54*, 58* | TFI 2135 Cero Putter | Q Star Balls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny B Posted May 23, 2017 Share Posted May 23, 2017 Cobra has been underrated for a while now, agree with all the comments on them. I can't believe nobody has said Wilson Staff yet though. Their woods are definitely coming around and their irons have been sleeper hits for a few years now. Definitely agree about Wilson Staff. At demo days I hit hybrids and driver and was impressed. Most new clubs I hit don't usually stand out much from others, but dang I hit them well. Bags and Shankster 2 Quote “We don’t stop playing the game because we get old; we get old because we stop playing the game.” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poprocksncoke Posted May 23, 2017 Share Posted May 23, 2017 Dont think i have hit a Wilson Staff golf club since my old Staff irons. Sent from my SM-G930V using MyGolfSpy mobile app EthanSterlingPrice, Kenny B, Honest Wes and 1 other 4 Quote SLDR 10.5 Oban HB R11s Rip Phenom Ft. Worth Black Irons 588 RTX Rotex 2.0 54 CG10 58 EV 5.3 Duo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EthanSterlingPrice Posted May 23, 2017 Share Posted May 23, 2017 I liked Nike's gear myself but if I had to pick a specific set it'd actually be Wilson staff's fat shaft two iron set. Still have them actually. Those suckers are still one of my favorite sets. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Shankster 1 Quote Right Handed 4.5 handicap Driver: Nike Vapor Flex with Mitsubishi Rayon Fubuki ZT60x5ct S-flex shaft and stock grip. 3-Metal: Nike VRS 15 degree with Mitsubishi Rayon tour issue Diamana S73x5ct X-flex shaft and GolfPride MCC midsize Black/White grip. Irons: Ben Hogan PTx 22, 26, 30, 34, 38, 42, 46 degrees standard length and lie with KBS Tour-V stiff shafts and GolfPride MCC midsize Black/White grips. Wedges: Ben Hogan TK15 54, 58 degrees with KBS Tour-V X-flex shafts and GolfPride MCC midsize Black/White grips. Putter: Nike Method Converge B1|01 with Superstroke Flatso 2.0 grip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattF Posted May 23, 2017 Share Posted May 23, 2017 Right now, in the big boy, I'd say Wilson. Overall, components (not clones)...Maltby, Wishon, KZG etc. PlaidJacket, Shankster and Jiro 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...
jayjay0808 Posted May 23, 2017 Share Posted May 23, 2017 I will jump in and say I am a big Tour Edge supporter. Yes they are expensive but they are great quality and I find that many of them are hidden under the headcovers of tour pros. pib, Webz59, HarryB and 1 other 4 Quote In my bag: Driver: Rogue ST Triple Diamond LS 10.5* (set to 9.5) UST Lin-Q Gunmetal 6f5 Wood: Tsi2 15* Project X RDX Black 70 6.5 Hybrids: King Utility 19.5* Diamana Tensei White Pro 90TX Irons: Cobra King Tour MIM 4-PW Dynamic Gold 120 X100 Wedges: Milled Grind 3 50*, 54*, 58* Tour Issue S400 Putter: Nashville Z1C 34" Ball: Pro V1x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparksjr Posted May 23, 2017 Share Posted May 23, 2017 my old bio cell+ driver was one of the most consistent drivers I have ever had. I also still game old Mashie+ hybrids because I have yet to find one that is more consistent, longer maybe but not more consistent. I absolutely love them Shankster 1 Quote Then Jesus told him, "Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed." John 20:29 WITB: Driver: 2017 M2 3/5 Woods: 2014 Big Bertha 4/5 Hybrids: Mashie+ Irons: Apex CF16 6-PW w/Recoil 110Wedges: RTX3 MB 48/54/58Putter: White Hot Pro #3 w/SS 2.0Ball: ​Z-Star Yellow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downlowkey Posted May 23, 2017 Share Posted May 23, 2017 Bobby Grace Putters. I'll also concur on Cobra; my s9-1 pro 3 wood is soooo good. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy golfer69 and Shankster 2 Quote PXG___0811 X 9* - Mitsubishi Diamana s60 Limited X Cobra___S9-1 Pro 15* - Matrix Ozik XCON 7 S Adams___XTD Forged 3i - Matrix Ozik Program F15 120 S Adams___CMB 4-PW - Matrix Ozik Program F15 120 S KZG___Tri-Tour 50.08__54.10__58.12 - Accra iCWT 2.0-95i S Nike___Method Converge B1-01 (copper insert) Maxfli___'23 Tour X "The most important shot in golf is the next one“ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDGolfHacker Posted May 23, 2017 Share Posted May 23, 2017 Adams and Wilson as a whole in the last decade made some fantastic equipment but not a lot of retail love. MDGolfHacker dadivots, Kenny B and Shankster 3 Quote TSssWhat's In This Lefty's Bag? Driver: TSR2 11° Project X HZRDUS Black 4G 60g 5.5 Flex Fairway Woods: F8 3W Project X Even Flow Blue 75g shaft Fairway Woods: Hybrid: TSR2 18° Graphite Design Tour AD DI-85 Shaft Irons: 2021 T200's 4-GW AMT RED shafts Regular Flex Wedge: Tour Satin RTX 4 Wedges in 52° and 56° 2 Dot Putter: Gray Matter TDP 2.2 32.75" Bag: Three 5 Ball: PRO V1 / Z*Star RangeFinder: In search of new range finder Social Media: Facebook: MD Golfhacker Twitter: @mdgolfhacker Instagram: mdgolfhacker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeekingGolf Posted May 24, 2017 Share Posted May 24, 2017 Agree, I think they were under appreciated. - Alan I still game the Nike Ignite 460 nothing touches it on distance so far but always looking Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Quote "Obviously my iron play is incredible, and when I get going I can get hot, but this course just fits my eye. The shaping of the holes, and just a couple of the doglegs, I'm able to shape shots." – Bryson DeChambeau In my Hoofer Lite Z765 9.5 with Miyazaka Kaula Mizu 6 Stiff Shaft (TrueGolfFit Recommended!!!) F8 3-4 wood 16* Aldilla Blue 70 Stiff shaft Rescue mid 2 iron 16* One Length Forged Tec 4-GW with AMT Black shafts Futura Phantom 2 Tour B330 RX Like Bass Fishing? Check out my one and only article!!! https://www.bassresource.com/beginner/get-started-bass-fishing.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philly Golf Guy Posted May 24, 2017 Share Posted May 24, 2017 Srixon and Tour Edge. Bridgestone used to be in there but they are now getting more love. Jiro and Micah T 2 Quote WIT Sta Dry Bag: Driver: '17 M2 Woods: M2 3W and 5W Hybrids: Apex 3h and 5h Irons: MP 18 MMC Wedges: MD PM Grind, 56* and 60* Putter: California Sonoma Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bullldog Posted May 24, 2017 Share Posted May 24, 2017 Thought Yes putters were Tbadfly, MattF and MDGolfHacker 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newballcoach Posted May 24, 2017 Share Posted May 24, 2017 I think you get srixon/cleveland and mizuno who are not considered enough. Srixon's offerings (this year especially) are excellent and mizuno irons seems to be tested by every pro not already on an equipment contract. I could fill my bag with srixon/cleveland products from top to bottom and be very happy with it. You couldn't say that about every equipment company Canucklehead and Micah T 2 Quote WITB Driver- PING G400 LST w/ Project X Evenflow Black Fwy- TM Aeroburner 16.5HL Irons- Callaway Steelhead XR (3-PW) Wedges- Callaway MD3 (50,54,58) Putter- Cleveland TFI Satin Cero Ball- Snell MTB-X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadivots Posted May 24, 2017 Share Posted May 24, 2017 As far as no love in days past Ram was a club that once played, stayed in many a bag. Lynx and Wilson Staff were the same. Cobra always made clubs that people fell in love with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDGolfHacker Posted May 24, 2017 Share Posted May 24, 2017 Anybody have any love for Tommy Armour clubs? I have a set of Tommy Armour Silver Scott Blades that I still love... MDGolfHacker downlowkey and jayjay0808 2 Quote TSssWhat's In This Lefty's Bag? Driver: TSR2 11° Project X HZRDUS Black 4G 60g 5.5 Flex Fairway Woods: F8 3W Project X Even Flow Blue 75g shaft Fairway Woods: Hybrid: TSR2 18° Graphite Design Tour AD DI-85 Shaft Irons: 2021 T200's 4-GW AMT RED shafts Regular Flex Wedge: Tour Satin RTX 4 Wedges in 52° and 56° 2 Dot Putter: Gray Matter TDP 2.2 32.75" Bag: Three 5 Ball: PRO V1 / Z*Star RangeFinder: In search of new range finder Social Media: Facebook: MD Golfhacker Twitter: @mdgolfhacker Instagram: mdgolfhacker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golfer69 Posted May 24, 2017 Share Posted May 24, 2017 Bobby Grace Putters. I'll also concur on Cobra; my s9-1 pro 3 wood is soooo good. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Just bought BG F-18 puttwr love it! Sent from my SM-N920V using MyGolfSpy mobile app downlowkey 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coachdoc Posted May 24, 2017 Share Posted May 24, 2017 One of the somewhat unheard of golf equipment makers is WISHON. Tom Wishon is a reknown club maker his clubs have always been TOP quality and leaders in new club design and technology. Wishon Clubs are available ONLY though accredited Wishon club makers/ fitters and are not sold in retail Outlets..These Wishon Clubs should be tested and compared with the "Big Boys I know the results would shock the golf industry. Sent from my SM-N920W8 using MyGolfSpy mobile app bullldog and Jiro 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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