SOLUS GOLF - TOUR REPORT (3-10-10)

[Tony Covey MGS]

Really? I never knew that. So my 60 could actually be a 59 or 61? Weird. Why would the swing weight differ? If they are cast you would think they are all the same. Maybe impure metals?

 

Absolutely. I found that 2 of my wedges were off by nearly a full degree (both within manufacturer tolerance). It doesn't take much to affect a Swing Weight change. Impurities, the finishing process, shaft, grip...it all comes into play.

[jamo]

Absolutely. I found that 2 of my wedges were off by nearly a full degree (both within manufacturer tolerance). It doesn't take much to affect a Swing Weight change. Impurities, the finishing process, shaft, grip...it all comes into play.

 

Good to know, good to know.

[TeamPowers]

Those look really nice

[GolfSpy Dave]

Doe anyone know why they have chosen 59* and 61* for lofts rather than the more traditional 58/60? Does the 1* add anything to versatility, or is it just to set them apart?

[JohnBarry]

Doe anyone know why they have chosen 59* and 61* for lofts rather than the more traditional 58/60? Does the 1* add anything to versatility, or is it just to set them apart?

 

My guess would to be different, find a niche and claim it. If all the other companies are making 58 and 60s, it sets them apart a bit, and they can market it like that.

[GolfSpy Dave]

My guess would to be different, find a niche and claim it. If all the other companies are making 58 and 60s, it sets them apart a bit, and they can market it like that.

That would be my speculation too, but it seemed like a minor place to draw the line of distinction. Hopefully, they have a "our research shows" type of statement to back it up.

[Matt Saternus]

I've never actually hit a Solus wedge, and because of the infomercials I always thought they were a little gimmicky (although certainly not on par with THE HAMMER). I'm a bit more educated these days, and can't say I've heard one single negative thing about Solus wedges. It certainly looks like a versatile wedge.

 

Positive reviews and whatnot aside, as the resident spec-checker around here, what impresses me most about Solus is this:

 

Assembly / Manufacturing Tolerances:

• Length - +/- 1/16 inch +/-

• Loft/Lie - +/- 1/4 degree

• Swing Weight = about D-6 (+/- 1/2 point)

 

Most manufacturers have tolerances of 1 degree and a full Swing Weight or better. These guys are much tighter across the board. Makes you wonder why other companies can't meet such strict tolerances.

 

This is really great info. I've been aware of the "normal" tolerances for a while, but I didn't know the Solus had tigher standards. Definitely adds to my opinion of them.

[Steve-o]

very sweet looking wedge. any more pictures of INSIDE the trailer?

Check out the tour blog at the link below. Lots of pictures from behind the scenes and from inside the tour van!

 

http://solusgolf.blogspot.com/

 

This blog gets updated almost every day!

[Matt Saternus]

Cool blog. Very neat to see all the pros testing these out, a good "behind the scenes" look at tour equipment.

[Funkyfedora]

Hey guys. Didn't take pictures but I got to compare the forged and the cast 7.1. The forged has a smaller back bounce.

[jamo]

Hey guys. Didn't take pictures but I got to compare the forged and the cast 7.1. The forged has a smaller back bounce.

 

I didn't know they made 2 models, good to know. Which did you like better?

[Funkyfedora]

The have 4.1(cavity) and 7.1(blade) and now these forged ones. I loved the 4.1s. (Cavity)

[jamo]

The have 4.1(cavity) and 7.1(blade) and now these forged ones. I loved the 4.1s. (Cavity)

 

Oh, I thought you meant a forged and cast version of the same club.

[NGage]

I've never actually hit a Solus wedge, and because of the infomercials I always thought they were a little gimmicky (although certainly not on par with THE HAMMER). I'm a bit more educated these days, and can't say I've heard one single negative thing about Solus wedges. It certainly looks like a versatile wedge.

 

Positive reviews and whatnot aside, as the resident spec-checker around here, what impresses me most about Solus is this:

 

Assembly / Manufacturing Tolerances:

• Length - +/- 1/16 inch +/-

• Loft/Lie - +/- 1/4 degree

• Swing Weight = about D-6 (+/- 1/2 point)

 

Most manufacturers have tolerances of 1 degree and a full Swing Weight or better. These guys are much tighter across the board. Makes you wonder why other companies can't meet such strict tolerances.

 

 

I could have made this very same post. The exact same thoughts I've had. Infomercials are kind of an odd bird for me -- sometimes they help a product, and sometimes they just cheapen one.