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24 minutes ago, TylorJudd said:

This upcoming season will be 20 years on a set of Cleveland TA7's...... 

IMO, great irons.   I played the TA7 Tours for a long time and shouldn't have stopped using them.  

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2 minutes ago, cnosil said:

IMO, great irons.   I played the TA7 Tours for a long time and shouldn't have stopped using them.  

There was a time in the early 2000's when Cleveland was making really good clubs. They also had some.toir presence back then too, Vijay Singh anybody?!?!

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15 minutes ago, TylorJudd said:

There was a time in the early 2000's when Cleveland was making really good clubs. They also had some.toir presence back then too, Vijay Singh anybody?!?!

 

... TA1 Form Forged MB's were amazing but ignored by some because they weren't a true forging. I also think the 588TT's should be in the Iron Hall Of Fame as they combined the very best attributes of a GI and a Players Iron into one head. 

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@chisag I completely agree about the TA1. Those were really special back then, they were just a lot more money at the time. At my local course, Cleveland is an extremely popular option in the pro shop as most of the golfers, well the population of Penticton in general, is over the age of 65. It seems like their Huntington Beach putter line is going to become quite prominent but doesn't compare to my Scotty that replaced it. I wouldn't say they put as much money into R&D as the big 4 as my new SM8 vokeys are not in the same league as the 588 RTX wedges they replaced. The same is for the launcher driver I broke in may, it just doesn't quite match up my Callaway driver. BUT, I have a Halo Hybrid Gen 1 and it is the most reliable club I've ever owned. I have a sweet spot for Cleveland bit it is hard to send them in the field.

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23 minutes ago, TylorJudd said:

@chisag I completely agree about the TA1. Those were really special back then, they were just a lot more money at the time. At my local course, Cleveland is an extremely popular option in the pro shop as most of the golfers, well the population of Penticton in general, is over the age of 65. It seems like their Huntington Beach putter line is going to become quite prominent but doesn't compare to my Scotty that replaced it. I wouldn't say they put as much money into R&D as the big 4 as my new SM8 vokeys are not in the same league as the 588 RTX wedges they replaced. The same is for the launcher driver I broke in may, it just doesn't quite match up my Callaway driver. BUT, I have a Halo Hybrid Gen 1 and it is the most reliable club I've ever owned. I have a sweet spot for Cleveland bit it is hard to send them in the field.

 

... I am always amazed at OEMs that replace a popular clubs. AP2/TS100 are the best example of not changing for the sake of change. Cleveland should never have replaced the TA7 or the 588 series, just improved them. They of course will always be credited with bringing out the first stock after market Fujikura shaft in the Launcher 400. The launcher fairway woods were used by so many before moving to odd shapes and graphics on the crown. Brought out the Hi-Bore when it wasn't ready and suffered from excessive spin. Just one miss step after another. 

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2 minutes ago, chisag said:

 

... I am always amazed at OEMs that replace a popular clubs. AP2/TS100 are the best example of not changing for the sake of change. Cleveland should never have replaced the TA7 or the 588 series, just improved them. They of course will always be credited with bringing out the first stock after market Fujikura shaft in the Launcher 400. The launcher fairway woods were used by so many before moving to odd shapes and graphics on the crown. Brought out the Hi-Bore when it wasn't ready and suffered from excessive spin. Just one miss step after another. 

Couldn't say it better myself. They are the perfect example to the other companies that those choices have terrible consequences for a serious amount of their future. You think about it, Cleveland almost needed 2 decades to right that ship. Callaway IMO skirted that edge a ways back when Taylor made first disrupted the industry. But they pulled it in, with the acquisition of Odyssey, then when they sold top flite and Ben Hogan, got a hold of OGIO and Travis Matthew. But TM, Titleist, Cobra, and Callaway have incredible marketing departments now. TM actually never had a bad one. 

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While I don't think the Sub70 are in real danger of being knocked out of the bag I am super excited to have a set of Ping i e1 irons again. They will certainly get a shot to go back in the bag even if I may even look at the i230. Just something about Ping irons that I love. 

I don't often replace my irons, but I can now fully admit I go through phases where I have a few sets that go in and out till I settle in on one. 

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I just replaced my 2010 Callaway Xforged  this year  with Apex 2019.  I use iron covers on them and to be honest, the 2010s were in great shape.  Other than the fact that these are a club stronger loft, I really do not see much performance difference.  So no need to replace unless your grooves are shot (IMO) or if you have a change in swing speed.  I change Wedges every couple years when I notice spin is decreasing on pitch shots around the green.

Unless you are someone who needs the latest and greatest, I do not see a need unless some amazing technological improvement comes out.

Same with Drivers - I switch every 5 generations of Taylormade drivers to take advantage of technology off the tee atho I see no virtually  change from my M3 to the Sim2 so will probably stop there since I am 66.  Swing speed is still around 100 and handicap still around 5

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19 hours ago, TylorJudd said:

@chisag I completely agree about the TA1. Those were really special back then, they were just a lot more money at the time. At my local course, Cleveland is an extremely popular option in the pro shop as most of the golfers, well the population of Penticton in general, is over the age of 65. It seems like their Huntington Beach putter line is going to become quite prominent but doesn't compare to my Scotty that replaced it. I wouldn't say they put as much money into R&D as the big 4 as my new SM8 vokeys are not in the same league as the 588 RTX wedges they replaced. The same is for the launcher driver I broke in may, it just doesn't quite match up my Callaway driver. BUT, I have a Halo Hybrid Gen 1 and it is the most reliable club I've ever owned. I have a sweet spot for Cleveland bit it is hard to send them in the field.

I have a good friend who has Halo hybrids/irons and just loves them.  Not a great player, mediocre with the driver, not great with his regular shorter irons in the set, but he really nails it when he hits these clubs.

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47 minutes ago, JohnFP said:

I just replaced my 2010 Callaway Xforged  this year  with Apex 2019.  I use iron covers on them and to be honest, the 2010s were in great shape.  Other than the fact that these are a club stronger loft, I really do not see much performance difference.  So no need to replace unless your grooves are shot (IMO) or if you have a change in swing speed.  I change Wedges every couple years when I notice spin is decreasing on pitch shots around the green.

Unless you are someone who needs the latest and greatest, I do not see a need unless some amazing technological improvement comes out.

Same with Drivers - I switch every 5 generations of Taylormade drivers to take advantage of technology off the tee atho I see no virtually  change from my M3 to the Sim2 so will probably stop there since I am 66.  Swing speed is still around 100 and handicap still around 5

I got both the irons and driver as a retirement gift to myself 

To me there are three reasons to possibly replace irons

1.  Technological improvements.  Not sure that is happening these days to any real extent.

2.  Changes in my game.  As I get older do I need a different shaft or should I be getting rid of clubs like last time I went to a five hybrid rather than a 5 iron.  By contrast, if one gets better, maybe different clubs are appropriate.  I went to a 9 degree driver last year instead of a 10.5 and am hitting the ball further (mostly as a result of more roll).

3.  Grooves wearing out.  It is my understanding that as grooves on irons get older, the ball does not spin as much and starts to fly less far.  

Item 2 is pretty personal and something that happens to each of us differently.  A guy going from 30 to 35 probably does not have this issue.  I am 67 but playing more golf than I ever have before (have more time to play since retiring) so I am seeing things both ways in this regard.

It is the 3rd one that confuses me.  I have read things that one should replace irons every 400 rounds or so because of issue 3, but seems like people here are playing clubs for many, many years without seeing degradation.  Of course, being retired, I probably play more rounds in a year now than I did in a decade when working like a dog.

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21 hours ago, chisag said:

 

... I think we all know you only replace your irons when new irons are released. Sometimes before. 

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  I would have to agree that performance above all else determines the time for change.  Just think how long it takes to get used to the set.  I generally take about 500  range balls per club to know where my yardage range and trajectory will likely end up.  No accounting for mid-hits!!!  The best example I can give would be the set I bought in 2000.  Titleist 990’s 2-P.W.  These were incredible and custom for for length, loft, lie angle, shaft and grips.  Worked marvelous for years.  Then around 2011 I noticed a change in the wedges and short irons.  A year later I couldn’t get the same trajectory with my 2iron.  Time for a change, then it was on to my current set MP-64’s that I have gamed since 2013.  So, in closing I would say if it ain’t broke….

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35 minutes ago, HAC said:

To me there are three reasons to possibly replace irons

1.  Technological improvements.  Not sure that is happening these days to any real extent.

2.  Changes in my game.  As I get older do I need a different shaft or should I be getting rid of clubs like last time I went to a five hybrid rather than a 5 iron.  By contrast, if one gets better, maybe different clubs are appropriate.  I went to a 9 degree driver last year instead of a 10.5 and am hitting the ball further (mostly as a result of more roll).

3.  Grooves wearing out.  It is my understanding that as grooves on irons get older, the ball does not spin as much and starts to fly less far.  

Item 2 is pretty personal and something that happens to each of us differently.  A guy going from 30 to 35 probably does not have this issue.  I am 67 but playing more golf than I ever have before (have more time to play since retiring) so I am seeing things both ways in this regard.

It is the 3rd one that confuses me.  I have read things that one should replace irons every 400 rounds or so because of issue 3, but seems like people here are playing clubs for many, many years without seeing degradation.  Of course, being retired, I probably play more rounds in a year now than I did in a decade when working like a dog.

I believe your treatment of your irons has a role in longevity. 400 rounds would be a peak performance number also. That would also require us to have our swing in peak shape, and our grip, etc etc IMO. Good washing, clean your grooves before every shot, head overs on in bag while in use

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19 minutes ago, TylorJudd said:

I believe your treatment of your irons has a role in longevity. 400 rounds would be a peak performance number also. That would also require us to have our swing in peak shape, and our grip, etc etc IMO. Good washing, clean your grooves before every shot, head overs on in bag while in use

I tend to get new grips once a year.  Our club gives us wet towels on the cart so I generally clean my grooves between shots.  Swing in peak shape?????  What day of the week is it?

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Gosh, since I normally play around 20-30 rounds per year, I have kept my irons for a number of years. Recently purchased my Ping G425's in 2021 but previously played the G20's (now my backup or travel set) which I had for a decade. Then again, I still have my Ping Eye 2's, which I will take down from the rafters on occasion and play a round or two with them. I also contribute my lack of distance more due to the fact that I originally started playing in my 30's and now am about to hit 70.

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What is replacing irons? I mean, I've been playing mine since 1999. Maybe I want a new set that has a 45 degree PW, vs my 49 degree one, so I can say I can go on IG and say I hit it farther.

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I play 150+ rounds per yr, plus I'm very active at the range. For players who practice frequently, the range is responsible for the majority of wear and tear on clubs. So it's not about how many rounds. 

I'm playing 2-yr old Bridgestone Tour B HF2 forged irons with with 4-yr old Cleveland RTX-4 54° and 60°. Both wedges have been re-sharpened with a handheld sharpening tool multiple times.  And yeah, these tools 768640286_sharpeningtool.jpg.827a60d3ca34f0b3d8832ae24cb0d13f.jpg really work to extend the life of a wedge. I haven't touched my irons - grooves still look great. Plenty of spin. 

2 new Cleveland RTX Zipcore 54° and 60° wedges are in my basement ready for next year. Recently, I hit both old gamers and new at the range side-by-side. NEW wedges generate far more spin than SHARPENED wedges. New rips the paint off a ball and leaves white deposits in the grooves. But sharpened wedges are far better than dull wedges. USGA should allow hand sharpened wedges as they cannot exceed as "factory new" sharpness condition or performance. 

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On 10/17/2022 at 6:46 PM, HAC said:

I read something that suggested it should be every 300 rounds because grooves get worn after that. I have never replaced irons that quickly. Of course, since I retired, I am now playing a lot more, but for me that would every four years ago or so.  Thoughts?

There are pros keeping irons for years and they seem to do just fine. 

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The Iron Factory in Glendale AZ refinishes and regrooves irons.    

I have Ping I  500 and dont play enuf to wear them down for many years   luv them.  i dont even think about it. 

 

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4 iron:  Mizuno Fly-Hi, 24 degree hybrid iron, GFF, even tho it is a hollow body iron.

6,7,8,9,wedge: Ping I 500, on Recoil reg flex shafts.

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heres another lil tip.  i broke a long handle brush by accident and discovered it now fits easily in my pocket    so   i can brush the face after every hit if needed w/o any fumbling  looking or delay.  😉🤠🥸

4 minutes ago, tortise said:

Here’s a question would you be better off to buy cheaper wedges, a.k.a. Costco Wilson, whatever and replace them every year then to buy a Wolke and replace it every three years


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4 iron:  Mizuno Fly-Hi, 24 degree hybrid iron, GFF, even tho it is a hollow body iron.

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Gap wedges: 52 x 9 Mizuno forged S5, wedge shaft; 60 x 6 Mizuno forged T7, wedge shaft.

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Was up in Scottsdale AZ last week and they were holding the Champions Tour Q School at the TPC Champions course. Followed a few groups and it surprised me to see that two different players both had a set of Ping I15 irons in their bag, they must be over 12 years old. I also play with a guy who is a +1 handicap and he still uses the Ping Eye2 irons, just updates his wedges regularly.

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4 minutes ago, AzRoger said:

I also play with a guy who is a +1 handicap and he still uses the Ping Eye2 irons, just updates his wedges regularly.

Haha! I just re-gripped a set of Ping Eye 2 BeCus this week and am planning on using them this winter. So "technically" I am replacing my current irons but at no cost since we have had that set sitting in a closet for the last 30 years!

:mizuno-small: STZ 230 9.5* "Std" setting ➖ :mizuno-small: STZ 230 Hybrid 18* "lower" setting➖ :mizuno-small: Pro Fli-Hi 21.5* ➖ MALTBY TS1-IM 5-GW ➖ :benhogan-small: Equalizer II 54* ➖ :ping-small: Glide 4.0 (S) 58* ➖ L.A.B. Directed Force 2.1 
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I have been playing golf for almost 30 years but really only the last 15-20 have I gotten more serious about improving my game and playing competitely in tournaments, etc.   I am currently on my 4th set of clubs so I'm keeping my main irons & woods about 8-10 years.  I do however replace my wedges (3 of them) every 2-3 years as those wear out pretty fast.  I usually play about 60 rounds per year and clean my clubs after every shot with a wet towel so I don't hit dirty clubs ever.  Financially this has worked for me as I'll spend the proper money to get fitted with the right equipment and averaging it out over the years I still spend less per year than most golfers I know who buy a new club everytime they hit a bad shot! 

Hope this helps!  

PXG Gen1 Tour 0311 Irons 4-PW

Ping G425 LST 9 Degree Driver

Ping G410 LST 14.5 Degree 3 Wood

Exotics EX9 18 Degree Hybrid

Titleist Vokey SM9 Wedges - 52, 56, 60 Degrees

Scotty Cameron Newport 2 Putter

Titleist ProV1x Ball #14 

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I tend to change when I see a need to leverage club technology to stay as competitive as I need to be.  That is more frequent with a driver for (3 yrs or so) than with irons (5-6 years or so) unless significant changes happen that would accelerate that. If I did like new computers or cell phones and went with changes as they happen I'd have new clubs every six months but does that mean I make a magic gain in performance or club longevity?  Probably not.

I hit cast irons and cast clubs wear exponentially slower than forged clubs.  I check grooves a couple times a year but unless I hit something like a rock they don't change.  Grooves flatten faster on forged clubs but the lofts and lies change through use as well.  If you hit forged, check all your numbers across your clubs, not just wedges.

Im due to look at irons.  Current are 6 yrs old. Turning 70 is a different game than when I was 35.  I want to look at thinner faces/foam filled and get some of that game back through technology

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