Golf Talk Tuesdays 2015-2020

[zinger1457]

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Originally Posted by frayne OK sports fans, cast or forged irons ? Thinking about picking up some new irons and looking at some Mizuno JPX 900 hot metal forged irons. Turning 66 in a few weeks and still hitting the ball pretty solidly, play at least twice week and shoot anywhere from the mid 80s-mid- 90s depending on course difficulty and tees. What do you all think ?

I tried a forged 'blade' iron set years ago a found they weren't for me, they were really good when I was striking it good but there was a noticeable loss in distance in off center hits. I have noticed that some of the manufacturers, including Mizuno, now offer forged irons that use a perimeter weight design for more forgiveness so they might suit my game better but haven't tried them yet. My playing partner just picked up a set of the non-forged JPX 900 irons and really likes them. Maybe test both the forged and non-forged JPX 900 irons and see which ones you like better.

[golfnut]

Did not know the hot metal irons were forged. Late last year, I picked the jpx ez forged irons. Very forgiving and one still buy them on ebay new for approx. $350.

[frayne]

Guess I might have missed something but I thought all three variations of the JPX 900s were forged.

[zinger1457]

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Originally Posted by frayne Guess I might have missed something but I thought all three variations of the JPX 900s were forged.

The JPX 900 Hot Metal irons are cast, a little more forgiven and ~$300 cheaper than the JPX 900 forged.

[golfnut]

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Originally Posted by frayne OK sports fans, cast or forged irons ? Thinking about picking up some new irons and looking at some Mizuno JPX 900 hot metal forged irons. Turning 66 in a few weeks and still hitting the ball pretty solidly, play at least twice week and shoot anywhere from the mid 80s-mid- 90s depending on course difficulty and tees. What do you all think ?

Your scores are pretty much the same as mine. Another alternative (which many don't know about) is the Maltby TE or DBM irons at Golfworks. Both of these heads are forged and forgiving to hit. Can pretty much get any shaft/grip from them, they will assemble per your specs at less than 1/2 the cost of the major OEMS. I have a set of the TEs and I alternate them with the Mizuno jpx ez forged.

If interested in Golfworks, do a google search. Their clubs (esp. the irons/wedges) are highly regarded.

[garyt]

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Originally Posted by Midpack Went to a PGA Super Store for my first time. Wow on the size, inventory and tech. Every piece of golf gear you can imagine, 10-20 times more extensive than a big Dick's or Golf Galaxy. The biggest golf store I've ever seen by far. On the other hand, service was lacking despite plenty of people on the floor. Some were tied up with lessons and club fitting, some restocking, and some just walking around doing nothing much. I was trying out putters, along with others, and no one ever came by to see if anyone needed help. I finally asked the cashier to send someone over, she asked in her lapel mic. After 10 minutes I looked over at her and she mouthed 'I asked again.' After another 10 minutes, she asked a third time and one of the floor walkers came over. He didn't tell me anything I didn't already know, didn't ask any questions or ask me to see my putting stroke or setup. He asked me what brands and styles I liked, when I told him he said they were all good putters. Was aware of toe hang, just barely. Asked me my height and said the length I was looking at was probably right. He basically said try as many as you want and pick the one you like best, 'that's what I do.' Good thing for them I'd narrowed it down to a few brands/styles and after trying them and others, I knew which one I wanted. I might have thought I could get a little guidance for a putter that cost more than all three of my woods. I bought despite the poor service because they're the only dealer for miles - I usually don't overlook poor service. The online reviews said their service was indifferent or worse, but I didn't believe them. Now I do...

Most places now do "putter fittings" but it will cost you. Some take the cost out if you buy from them. Might be worth it. The advice you're likely to get on the sales floor is worth the price you paid for it,usually.

[Midpack]

Just coming back to the game after a 15 year hiatus.

I've had one eagle on a par 3 and several on par 5's, but none that I remember on a par 4 - until yesterday. I hit a big drive (for me) to within 35 yards on a short par 4, and then chipped in for a 2! Lofted a sand wedge over a hazard and the ball broke right to left about 5 feet on the green - and rolled in. Obviously 98% luck but still fun to watch. Those are the shots that keep players coming back out to play golf (and erase the bad ones from memory).

[Midpack]

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Originally Posted by garyt Most places now do "putter fittings" but it will cost you. Some take the cost out if you buy from them. Might be worth it. The advice you're likely to get on the sales floor is worth the price you paid for it,usually.

I bought an Evnroll ER-2 putter, and my putting has improved considerably. It's a much heavier head than my old Odyssey which makes it feel like it swings itself. Of course I realize it's not the putter, but I just feel a lot more confident over the ball. And I've been practicing and reestablishing a more consistent setup and stroke, the real reason I'm putting better I'm sure. Even though I know better and I'm painfully logical with most things, golf is more mental than physical IME.

[zinger1457]

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Originally Posted by Midpack Just coming back to the game after a 15 year hiatus. I've had one eagle on a par 3 ...

That's an interesting way to describe a 'hole in one' .

[golfnut]

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Originally Posted by Midpack Just coming back to the game after a 15 year hiatus. I've had one eagle on a par 3 and several on par 5's, but none that I remember on a par 4 - until yesterday. I hit a big drive (for me) to within 35 yards on a short par 4, and then chipped in for a 2! Lofted a sand wedge over a hazard and the ball broke right to left about 5 feet on the green - and rolled in. Obviously 98% luck but still fun to watch. Those are the shots that keep players coming back out to play golf (and erase the bad ones from memory).

I too had my first eagle on a par 4 last week. After a good drive, I was about 115 yds out uphill. Hit my pw and thought I hit it fat. Said same to my partner. Ball took one bounce and plunk!

Only the 4th eagle I've ever had and only one was a conventional.

[Big_Hitter]

rare bird, that eagle - at least in my regular game

I actually reached a par 5 in two in a tournament saturday - yeah I pared it

[Music Lover]

About 5 years ago, as we waited on the next tee box, we saw a guy in the group behind us lip out a hole in one. Normally, that's nothing special...except that in this case it was on a 310 yard par 4!!

[Big_Hitter]

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Originally Posted by Music Lover About 5 years ago, as we waited on the next tee box, we saw a guy in the group behind us lip out a hole in one. Normally, that's nothing special...except that in this case it was on a 310 yard par 4!!

tell me he made the putt...

[Music Lover]

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Originally Posted by Big_Hitter tell me he made the putt...

Of course...it was less than a foot.

[Big_Hitter]

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Originally Posted by Music Lover Of course...it was less than a foot.

just checking - I've missed those before

[Revlefty]

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Originally Posted by Midpack Just coming back to the game after a 15 year hiatus. I've had one eagle on a par 3 and several on par 5's, but none that I remember on a par 4 - until yesterday. I hit a big drive (for me) to within 35 yards on a short par 4, and then chipped in for a 2! Lofted a sand wedge over a hazard and the ball broke right to left about 5 feet on the green - and rolled in. Obviously 98% luck but still fun to watch. Those are the shots that keep players coming back out to play golf (and erase the bad ones from memory).

I thought an eagle on a par 3 was called a hole in one!?!?

[Huston55]

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Originally Posted by Huston55 Well, I signed up for a short series of lessons @ my local course. I concluded that I just couldn't fix my swing by myself. So, I'm giving up a playing day every other week for this lesson series. But, I actually like to practice so, it's not a big sacrifice. I've done the first lesson (short 30 mins) and it's helping; at least it's helping on the range. I was taking the club back way too open & my shoulders were open in my setup. Correcting those two things is helping; the ball is going straight or has a baby draw. Now, I just need to ingrain that so it comes naturally.

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Originally Posted by Huston55 Second lesson today; worked on club path & face rotation. It's interesting with lessons; for me, I don't always get it right away. So, the pro explains it several different ways until it resonates, then he reinforces it when I give him what he's looking for. One step back, two steps forward. [emoji849]

Third lesson two days ago. Making progress on the range (I think ) but, still having trouble with consistency during a round. On the range, I can actually draw the ball (a new experience for me), especially well with short irons (P-7). Think I need more practice to ingrain it.

In the meantime, my HI has gone up 3 strokes.

Maybe it's one step forward, two steps back...at least for a while.

[Midpack]

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Originally Posted by Revlefty I thought an eagle on a par 3 was called a hole in one!?!?

Obviously it's both. In that post I was sharing my overall experience with eagles, and I haven't had a hole-in-one on a par 4 or 5...

[frayne]

Just scored myself a set of used, one year old Mizuno JPX 850 forged irons for $225 off of Craigslist. Now to try them out !

BTW, everyone knows what an eagle is but do you know what an albatross is ? Golf trivia question of the day.

[Big_Hitter]

albatross is a 2 on a par 5 or an ace on a par 4