Jump to content
IGNORED

CG4 Irons?


Note: This thread is 6061 days old. We appreciate that you found this thread instead of starting a new one, but if you plan to post here please make sure it's still relevant. If not, please start a new topic. Thank you!

Recommended Posts

As many of you may know, based on previous posts, I'm somewhat in the market for irons. I went out today and looked around, what I'd really like to get is either the MX-25's, or the Titleist 755's, however spending 750$ on irons just isn't worth it for me right now. I did come across the CG4's which were on sale, 400, from 700. I'm looking for an iron to grow with me, I know I'm not ready for a blade yet, but I don't want a straight CB either, thats why the the two clubs I mentioned appealed to me. So my question is what are these irons like? Is it something I'd probably be interested in?

In the bag:
Driver: r7 quad v2 stiff
3-Wood: XLS
Hybrid: X
Irons: CG Golds 3-GWSW: x forged 56/13LW: Vokey sm 60/.08Putter: Callie 35''Ball: pro v1

Link to comment
Share on other sites


When I was looking for irons I played a round with these I really like how forgiving they were, I didnt think they would big because of the size but they were. I didnt get them because I like the Apex FTX more.

In the OGIO OZONE Bag
Driver: SuperQuad 9.5
3 Wood- V steel 15 ALDILA NV s
Irons- Hogan Apex FTX
Wedges- CG14 52 56Putter- Odyssey XG model #9Ball- Pro v 1 xShoes- Adidas Tour Metal

Link to comment
Share on other sites


I owned them for approximately 3 weeks, worst iron I've ever placed in my bag. CMM was a disaster for Cleveland Golf, and you'll notice that based on how quickly they were replaced by their current line up.

My suggestion? Avoid them at all costs.
In My Bag:

Taylormade: Superquad 9.5 Aldila VS Proto 'By You' 70-S
Sonartec: SS-07 14.0 Aldila NV 85-S
Cleveland: Halo, 3i UST Irod 83-SPing: i-10 4-UW AWT-STitleist: Vokey Design Spin Milled 54.10 & 60.08Slighter: Handstamped Tacoma, 350G in Black Satin w/Sound Slot
Link to comment
Share on other sites


I owned them for approximately 3 weeks, worst iron I've ever placed in my bag. CMM was a disaster for Cleveland Golf, and you'll notice that based on how quickly they were replaced by their current line up.

Everyone has different experiences with clubs and I have had the completely opposite experience than the quoter above.

I bought a set 3 months ago and can only comment on how much they have helped me improve my game! I replaced my beloved Mizuno MP29 blades that I had for 8 years for a set of these (which was tough to do) because I was looking for a set that would help me out with a few game-improvement shots per round allowing me to break the 80's barrier a bit more often. Well I have played 9 rounds with them and I've shot 5 rounds in the 70's (two 76's, 77, 78, 79) and 4 82's. During my Mizuno era... I would shoot in the 70's a half a dozen times in a given year. Now looking back at my rounds I'm trying to gauge whether or not it was really the irons that helped me score low or if it was just an overall improvement in my game/swing and I have to say it was a little bit of both. I've had to buy an additional 'gap' wedge because the stock PW in the CG4 is lofted a little stronger (46 degrees) than traditional PW's (48/49) so my gap between my 52 gap wedge and this PW was a little too large. I hit the CG4 PW 140 yards vs 130 yards with my Mizuno PW. Essentially, I've realized 10 to 15 yards on all my CG4 irons vs my Mizuno's. That builds confidence, trust me. I also don't hit perfect shots 100% of the time and those times I've hit it a little fat or thin with the CG4's have definitely been less severe than with my Mizuno's. I can honestly say that these clubs have helped me save at least 2 or 3 strokes per round since I have had them in my bag. For a golfer with my handicap that can mean shooting 79 or 81. Which sounds better to you? You'll be getting different responses I'm sure but I wanted to let you know that I've had nothing but positive experiences with my CG4's. I too bought them at a discount price of $299 on eBay, brand new. Even better value! In addition to that, Golf Digest had these clubs on thier hotlist winning a Silver designation. I don't know how they test their clubs but I am sure they know a little more than we do since golf is their specialty. To comment on the CMM technology... yes it's not forged technology so the softness and buttery feel you have with a forged blade cannot truly be mimicked. But I tend to think that it does feel pretty darn good. It too gets a little scratched and or dinged with use but I had that 'problem' with my Mizunos'. If you want your clubs to always look like they are new then stay away from anything forged or this CMM technology.

What's In my bag:

Driver: TaylorMade R5 Dual 9.5* UST Proforce V2 77g S
3Wood: Mizuno F-60 13.5* Mizuno Exsar 75S
Hybrid: Adams Idea Pro 3/4 Aldila VS Proto 80SIrons: Adams Pro Forged (5-PW) True Temper Black Gold SWedges: Cleveland 588 (3) 50, 588 (DSG) 54 & 60Putter: Ping i-Series Craz-EBalls:.....

Link to comment
Share on other sites


I got a set (also off of ebay for $300) about a month ago. I really like them. I agree with Tigerwoo. I wanted something forgiving that would also move with me from my current high handicap to a low-mid handicap. I moved from 25 year old Wilsons so anything was going to be an improvement, but I'm really happy with the CG4's.

Best thing you can do is try them for yourself. You should be able to hit them on a launch monitor at a golf shop.

Bag: Grom
Driver: HiBore 10.5° Fuji Stiff
3W: V-Steel 15° Graphite Designs YS-6 Stiff
3h-4h: Bobby Jones Stiff
5i-PW: CG4 Steel StiffWedges: 588 DSG RTG 52°, 900 RTG 56° Low bounce, Reg. 588 RTG 60°Putter: Dead CenterBalls: Pro V1 Speed Cart V1Home Courses: Riverdale Dunes / Knolls,...

Link to comment
Share on other sites


i demoed them and didn't like them at all. They had too much height for irons, i was losing distance.

Usually use NXT Extreme's or HX Hot's
Soon to be Home Track : Grey Silo GC (71.5 / 128)

Link to comment
Share on other sites


As many of you may know, based on previous posts, I'm somewhat in the market for irons. I went out today and looked around, what I'd really like to get is either the MX-25's, or the Titleist 755's, however spending 750$ on irons just isn't worth it for me right now. I did come across the CG4's which were on sale, 400, from 700. I'm looking for an iron to grow with me, I know I'm not ready for a blade yet, but I don't want a straight CB either, thats why the the two clubs I mentioned appealed to me. So my question is what are these irons like? Is it something I'd probably be interested in?

Hey, I replied to your PM... As you can see what's in my bag.. Now I didn't try the Titleist 755's but heard they are good. But so far I've had the best performance and confidence in the MX-25's. I did hit the Cleveland's on the range, for only about 10 balls and gave them back. They weren't for me.

Link to comment
Share on other sites


Note: This thread is 6061 days old. We appreciate that you found this thread instead of starting a new one, but if you plan to post here please make sure it's still relevant. If not, please start a new topic. Thank you!

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now


  • Want to join this community?

    We'd love to have you!

    Sign Up
  • TST Partners

    TourStriker PlaneMate
    Golfer's Journal
    ShotScope
    The Stack System
    FlightScope Mevo
    Direct: Mevo, Mevo+, and Pro Package.

    Coupon Codes (save 10-15%): "IACAS" for Mevo/Stack, "IACASPLUS" for Mevo+/Pro Package, and "THESANDTRAP" for ShotScope.
  • Popular Now

  • Posts

    • I agree with @klineka, you're clearly doing something right.  Its always going to be a bit of a guessing game if you don't have any scoring history.  On the other hand, understanding that it takes only 54 holes to establish an actual handicap, and they have about 6 weeks in which to play and post enough scores, I don't think its at all unreasonable to require them to have an official handicap before they become eligible for prizes.  I don't know how you structure the fees for the series of competitions, but if its possible they'll play with the group without being eligible for prizes, you could consider a way to let them do that without contributing to the prize pool.
    • I run tournaments and want to put in a local rule that allows relief from tree roots and rocks that are not loose impediments. We have some really terrible lies in some of our courses in my area and nobody is getting paid enough to break clubs. Let me know if you think the verbage for this rule makes sense. Local Rule Roots and Rocks You may move your ball from a tree root or buried rock one club length for free relief no closer to the hole. However you may not use this rule to get relief from a tree, bush, boulder, or other foliage hindering your swing. Your only option here is to play it as it lies or take an unplayable for a one stroke penalty.
    • Makes sense.  Like I said, I wouldn't have been upset at their original offer either, and based on the fine print it seems like they've held up their end of the deal.  
    • If you've only had to adjust retroactively one time in 8 years and have around 5 people each year without handicaps, that's like 40-50 people total so it sounds like you're doing a pretty good job. I think your questions give enough to go off of. This might be a good way to get new people to actually post a few scores during the 6 weeks leading into the first event. Something like "New members will be eligible for tournament money once they have at least 3 posted rounds in GHIN" or something like that. If they can get 3 rounds in prior to their first event, then they're eligible. If not, they'll soon become eligible after an event or two assuming they play a little bit outside of events.
    • This is a loooooong winded narrative so if you don't like long stories, move on. 😉 Our senior club typically gets about 25 new members each year. We lose about 25 members each year for various reasons (moved to FL/AZ, disabled, dead, too expensive). Of the new members, usually 20 have an active GHIN handicap. About 5 each year do not have a GHIN handicap. When they join our club, we give each member a state association membership that includes GHIN handicapping services. We play a series of handicapped tournaments over the summer. When we sign up a new member who does not have a GHIN handicap, we attempt to give them an estimated index until they have sufficient scores posted to have an actual GHIN index.  Our first event typically is around May 15 so, in theory, a new member has about 6 weeks to post a few scores. Posting season in the Mitten starts April 1. Inevitably, several of the unhandicapped individuals seem  to either not play until the first tournament or can't figure out how to enter scores (hey, they are seniors). That situation then leads to my contacting the new member and asking a series of questions: a. Did you ever have a GHIN handicap? If yes, which State and do you recall what it was? b. Do you have an alternate handicap through a non-GHIN handicap service or a league? c. What do you think your average score was last year (for 9 or 18) d. What was your best score last year? Where did you play and which tee was used? e. What do you consider a very good score for yourself? Based on their responses I attempt to give them an index that makes them competitive in the first couple events BUT does not allow them to win their flight in the first couple events. We don't want the new members to finish last and at the same time, we don't want someone with a "20" playing handicap to win the third flight with a net 57. In the event some new member did shoot a net 57, we also advise everyone that we can and will adjust handicaps retroactively when it is clear to us that a member's handicap does not accurately reflect their potential. We don't like to adjust things retroactively and in the 8 years I have chaired the Handicap Committee, we have only done it once. So here are the questions to the mob: Any ideas how to do this better? Any questions one might ask an unhandicapped individual to better estimate their index/handicap? Would it be reasonable to have a new player play once (or more?) without being eligible to place in the money?
×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

Welcome to TST! Signing up is free, and you'll see fewer ads and can talk with fellow golf enthusiasts! By using TST, you agree to our Terms of Use, our Privacy Policy, and our Guidelines.

The popup will be closed in 10 seconds...