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[Northendzone]

I would like to get a little more distance out each club as I am that guy that struggles with finding the right club for anything 150 or out. If I was on a 170 years par 3 I am currently reaching for my 4 hybrid.

My current clubs are ping raptures, and I did have them restarted a number of years ago. I think I would like a club that feels a little softer at impact.

I hear ya though on the consistency. As when I was hitting at golf town, I was looking at dispersion, ball flight and consistent distance, rather than the actual distance number. When I went to the range, with the new clubs taped up, I flipped things around a bit, and was looking for distance.

I guess at the end of the day when I make a purchase like this, I always wonder, if I should have considered one more model.

[Weitz]

The clubs really aren’t going to add distance though unless the angles are different. For example if your new set set a 7 would be a 6 in your old set. Maybe 5-10 yards max.

[8sPOT]

My Dad is the type of golfer who struggles with about 170+ yards. I think it simply comes down to swing and power. He's got a bit of a gut on him, ok not a bit, he's got a full on gut. And it really prevents him from making a good back wing and a good follow through. At least thats his excuse to me.

When I upgraded my irons I noticed a remarkable increase in distance but the caveat is my previous clubs were like 20 years older. Technology had come a long ways. Year over year I'm not convinced there's a whole lot of improvement with clubs, its more incremental.

Also, I dont think you're alone. Most people I end up golfing with haul out a hybrid or wood for the 170+ shots. Regardless of their age or size. Having said that, I bet theres a brand or model of irons that would suit you perfectly and give you that consistent distance you're looking for. Just a matter of finding them...

[DoubleK]

Originally Posted by CarlLester

It is not unheard of for people to pick up 10 yards over their old set - but often if you look into it, their new irons have stronger lofts than their old irons so that new 7 iron has the same loft as the old 6 iron, for example. So the extra yardage is from actually just hitting a longer club.

Newer iron designs launch the ball a lot higher with a lot more spin than something 10 years older. Most manufacturers decided to increase the lofts to bring the spin rates down for amateur golfers.

[sec304]

I have RAC's from 2006 but I wonder if upgrading clubs will hurt my score for a year while I get used to them. Is upgrading from clubs that you're used to worth it? I haven't even had them regripped yet. Is it worth it? Be gentle.

[CarlLester]

Originally Posted by sec304

I have RAC's from 2006 but I wonder if upgrading clubs will hurt my score for a year while I get used to them. Is upgrading from clubs that you're used to worth it? I haven't even had them regripped yet. Is it worth it? Be gentle.

It's easy to spend other people's money - so yes it is always worth it to get something new and shiny!

In reality though - how often do you play? If you've only played a few times a year since you got them, the grooves might have a lot of life left. If you play a ton every year, probably not.

Lots of new tech since 2006 - launch, spin, forgiveness etc.

New grips are easy and probably worth it at least after 15 years (if you are going to keep the clubs)

[Dion]

Shot a 95 at Speargrass. The last 2 holes did a number on my scoring.

Course was very brown and is in need of a lot of moisture. Same with the greens.

[Winsor_Pilates]

Bought myself a new putter for my birthday today.
Taylormade Spider

[sec304]

Originally Posted by CarlLester

It's easy to spend other people's money - so yes it is always worth it to get something new and shiny!

In reality though - how often do you play? If you've only played a few times a year since you got them, the grooves might have a lot of life left. If you play a ton every year, probably not.

Lots of new tech since 2006 - launch, spin, forgiveness etc.

New grips are easy and probably worth it at least after 15 years (if you are going to keep the clubs)

Last year I had 25 rounds and I'm hoping to play that much going forward. I maybe had 25 rounds combined the previous 3 years before last year. I am comfortable with my clubs so I don't really want to change them unless it makes a difference in the right direction. I'm getting older now (43) so I've noticed my clubs don't quite hit as far as they used to, maybe a 5-10 yard difference

[Dion]

Originally Posted by sec304

Last year I had 25 rounds and I'm hoping to play that much going forward. I maybe had 25 rounds combined the previous 3 years before last year. I am comfortable with my clubs so I don't really want to change them unless it makes a difference in the right direction. I'm getting older now (43) so I've noticed my clubs don't quite hit as far as they used to, maybe a 5-10 yard difference

If you're comfortable with the clubs you got, I would say just stick with them. Especially given the amount of rounds you play a year. To me it comes to enoying the few games you play as opposed to the frustrations of learning to use a new set of irons. IMO of course

[CofR]

Elbow Springs opening 18 holes on April 13, the full 27 on April 14.

[TSXCman]

Do you guys play better or worse when playing casual rounds with friends?


I have some friends that will constantly drop a second ball if they shank the first (to practice), will pull back missed putts and go again, etc.



I'm trying to improve my game and like to use the round as a serious measure of my skill. It's tough when I don't take mulligans, re-shots, practice balls, etc.



I'm worried that I don't have something accurate to measure against. I know everyone says that you are just playing against yourself, but what's the point of trying to be a 80s or 90s player if the other "80s" players conveniently miscount and are playing the "worst round of their lives" every time...



I may just need to pivot and try to get out with the more serious players from now on.

[Winsor_Pilates]

That's just cheating.
We usually do 1 mulli per 9 holes and a breakfast ball on your first shot if needed.

But re putting and calling mis hits practice shots?? That's just silly

[TSXCman]

Originally Posted by Winsor_Pilates

That's just cheating.
We usually do 1 mulli per 9 holes and a breakfast ball on your first shot if needed.

But re putting and calling mis hits practice shots?? That's just silly

I don't mind the "hit until you're happy" on the first tee box, especially at a busy one like Heatherglen. I don't really get the point of mulligans myself. I just play on or take the penalty and play on.


The practice shot was meant to be the second shot, to show what they actually meant to do if they connected. They are supposed to play their first duffed ball and usually do. Re-putting is annoying, as I'm trying to line up my putt and all of a sudden there's a bunch of motion and balls streaming by.



I'm pretty vocal about stopping, but some of these guys are so used to doing it, that they just revert within a hole or two.

[Weitz]

Originally Posted by TSXCman

Do you guys play better or worse when playing casual rounds with friends?


I have some friends that will constantly drop a second ball if they shank the first (to practice), will pull back missed putts and go again, etc.



I'm trying to improve my game and like to use the round as a serious measure of my skill. It's tough when I don't take mulligans, re-shots, practice balls, etc.



I'm worried that I don't have something accurate to measure against. I know everyone says that you are just playing against yourself, but what's the point of trying to be a 80s or 90s player if the other "80s" players conveniently miscount and are playing the "worst round of their lives" every time...



I may just need to pivot and try to get out with the more serious players from now on.

I don’t care what other people do. But don’t compare yourself to them.

You have your real score. What else do you need?

[nfotiu]

Originally Posted by TSXCman

Do you guys play better or worse when playing casual rounds with friends?


I have some friends that will constantly drop a second ball if they shank the first (to practice), will pull back missed putts and go again, etc.



I'm trying to improve my game and like to use the round as a serious measure of my skill. It's tough when I don't take mulligans, re-shots, practice balls, etc.



I'm worried that I don't have something accurate to measure against. I know everyone says that you are just playing against yourself, but what's the point of trying to be a 80s or 90s player if the other "80s" players conveniently miscount and are playing the "worst round of their lives" every time...



I may just need to pivot and try to get out with the more serious players from now on.

Play for money, or don't keep score with them.

[Discoste]

Originally Posted by TSXCman

Do you guys play better or worse when playing casual rounds with friends?

I have some friends that will constantly drop a second ball if they shank the first (to practice), will pull back missed putts and go again, etc.

I'm trying to improve my game and like to use the round as a serious measure of my skill. It's tough when I don't take mulligans, re-shots, practice balls, etc.


I may just need to pivot and try to get out with the more serious players from now on.

Maybe "reframe" the scenario?
(I plan to do this, I'm not turning pro in any lifetime(s)):
When you play a "casual round" with friends, use it as a practice round? Be creative or play different (second/practice) shots for fun and not worry about scorekeeping (especially other people's scorekeeping ).

Decide before a round whether its going to be (your) serious round; or cheat harder, whatever works!

[DoubleK]

I really don't care if you cheat, take mulligans or get wasted on the course. But for the love of God, don't play slow.

[chedder]

Originally Posted by DoubleK

I really don't care if you cheat, take mulligans or get wasted on the course. But for the love of God, don't play slow.

This. Slow players absolutely ruin a day. I wish golf courses took it more seriously.

Cheat all you want unless we're in a match.

[TSXCman]

Originally Posted by DoubleK

I really don't care if you cheat, take mulligans or get wasted on the course. But for the love of God, don't play slow.

Definitely... I'm really fast and really like it! No practice on tee box (pretty consistent) and then 1 or 2 otherwise. get it done and don't overthink it.



I hate the talking in your backswing when you're fast and the excuse is that they think you're warming up.