The Golf Thread - Page 130

BigPapaVol · 05-20-2008, 11:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Volsguy12

can you link that for me BPV? i can't seem to find it.

will tomorrow from my laptop. no can do from this handheld

Volsguy12 · 05-20-2008, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by BigPapaVol

will tomorrow from my laptop. no can do from this handheld

thanks big guy

volfanbill · 05-21-2008, 05:34 AM

i'll save ya some time BPV...

Callaway Golf Clubs: Callaway X460CC Tour Driver

or the non tour model:

Callaway Golf Clubs: Callaway X460 Driver

volfanbill · 05-21-2008, 05:39 AM

however, I love this driver. The YS6 isn't my shaft of choice, but it's not bad in the Titleist either. It's also WAY less than I paid for mine just one year ago.

Used Titleist Golf Clubs - PREOWNED 905T W/ GRAPH

vol_in_ar · 05-21-2008, 06:34 AM

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Originally Posted by volfanbill

however, I love this driver. The YS6 isn't my shaft of choice, but it's not bad in the Titleist either. It's also WAY less than I paid for mine just one year ago.

Used Titleist Golf Clubs - PREOWNED 905T W/ GRAPH

wish that was the 905R

volfanbill · 05-21-2008, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by vol_in_ar

wish that was the 905R

I overwhelmingly prefer the smaller T, but to each their own I guess.

BigPapaVol · 05-21-2008, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by volfanbill

I overwhelmingly prefer the smaller T, but to each their own I guess.

I have always preferred smaller clubs, irons and woods, but there is no disputing the added value in the larger heads. The big boys have all even begrudgingly switched over time on the woods. Most are holding firm on the irons because the benefits just aren't enough to overcome the look and feel comfort zone.

volfanbill · 05-21-2008, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by BigPapaVol

I have always preferred smaller clubs, irons and woods, but there is no disputing the added value in the larger heads. The big boys have all even begrudgingly switched over time on the woods. Most are holding firm on the irons because the benefits just aren't enough to overcome the look and feel comfort zone.

the 905T is still 400cc and I can control and hit it just as long and consistently fade it just like I do with the 460s. There were several Ts on tour before the D2 came out.

BigPapaVol · 05-21-2008, 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by volfanbill

the 905T is still 400cc and I can control and hit it just as long and consistently fade it just like I do with the 460s. There were several Ts on tour before the D2 came out.

I don't think the larger clubs are dramatically better, but incremental differences to those guys is everything. I think the reduced spin rates, higher flatter flight and better mishits makes all the difference.

FWIW, I'm still hitting a 390cc job.

volfanbill · 05-21-2008, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by BigPapaVol

I don't think the larger clubs are dramatically better, but incremental differences to those guys is everything. I think the reduced spin rates, higher flatter flight and better mishits makes all the difference.

FWIW, I'm still hitting a 390cc job.

The R just felt flat to me. I had no feel with the club whatsoever. The S was even worse.

If i had the spending money a D2 would be in my bag right now. I've never felt a spring like effect from a Titleist before that club. Had the feel I was missing from the R and S as well.

BigPapaVol · 05-21-2008, 05:18 PM

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Originally Posted by volfanbill

The R just felt flat to me. I had no feel with the club whatsoever. The S was even worse.

If i had the spending money a D2 would be in my bag right now. I've never felt a spring like effect from a Titleist before that club. Had the feel I was missing from the R and S as well.

and I just ordered the new TM Tour Burner with Diamana TS shaft. Fired up about it.

volfanbill · 05-21-2008, 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by BigPapaVol

and I just ordered the new TM Tour Burner with Diamana TS shaft. Fired up about it.

Keep us updated on how it performs. For now I'll stick with my 905T (N65 shaft). One day I'll make big bucks and step up.

BigPapaVol · 05-21-2008, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by volfanbill

Keep us updated on how it performs. For now I'll stick with my 905T (N65 shaft). One day I'll make big bucks and step up.

I do this once a year and end up back with my 'old faithful'. Hence, I end up giving away a driver every year.

I did go hit this stick however after reading GAVol's comments. Love the setup and the ball flight.

**GAVol** · 05-21-2008, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by BigPapaVol

I did go hit this stick however after reading GAVol's comments. Love the setup and the ball flight.

I played with it again yesterday and had the same results. I love that driver. The only problem I have is I think I could have gone with less loft. 10.5 may prove to be a little too much; especially since it tends to launch the ball high to begin with. I can see potential problems with ballooning the ball into the wind.

BigPapaVol · 05-21-2008, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by GAVol

I played with it again yesterday and had the same results. I love that driver. The only problem I have is I think I could have gone with less loft. 10.5 may prove to be a little too much. The wind was blowing yesterday and I had some problems ballooning the ball into the wind. It launches the ball much higher than my old driver.

I think that was the main difference in the TP and non TP line. I got the non TP because I can control the height with the shaft. I just like the lesser lateral movement, which I can absolutely live without.

These new clubs with their high sweet spots can keep the ball under the wind well by hitting it lower on the face. I know that's always been the solution, but it's even more pronounced today and you still get a rocket off these things.