New R 11 in my bag and I need some Help

Fellow golfers;

I was recently professionally fitted with a new set of irons. I choose the Taylor Made R 11's simply because they felt the best of all the irons I tried. I tested several different clubs to include Ping, Callaway, Mizuno, Taylor Made RBZ's and the R 11's, Titleist API 2.

My previous clubs were Ping G 10's and I was pretty successful with them.

I liked the lighter feel of the R 11 and I felt I was more consistent.

My fitter determined that I needed 1/2" over length and standard lie.

The problem thus far is that I seem to be getting thick on my divoits to the point that it's affecting my ball flight.

My previous clubs were standard lie and length.

Any thoughts of suggestions?

Grip down 1/2" and see if it rectifies itself.  It's possible that you have become accustomed to having a certain posture with your old shorter clubs when addressing the ball, so maybe you are crouching a bit.  I can use standard length irons, but longer shafts allow me to fit into my "comfort zone" when I address the ball, if that makes sense...... On days where I find myself consistently catching it fat, I just choke the grip a bit.

Are you taking a divot before striking the ball, or after?

Took the opportunity to hit some balls on the range yesterday and I determined exactly what you predicted. It was all in my poor posture. After about 10 shots with my 8 iron I began to develop the correct posture for the longer clubs and the accuracy began to reappear. After about forty more balls I was consistent with distance and direction.

I very much appreciate your input as well as all the other contributors in the Sand Trap.

I had a bit of a breaking-in period myself when I first went to 1/2" over-length irons.  Eventually, I found my sweet spot with my last set by extending them a full 1-1/4" and working my way down (gripping down and marking with tape) until I was comfortable.  I ended up with most being 7/8" over, with the 3 and 4 irons just a bit shorter.

Stop buying new clubs?

Insightful.

The mystery is solved and it had absolutely nothing to do with my new Taylor Made R 11 irons. The problem was that I was attempting to play solo and too eager to see my ball flight. I was simply striking the ball poorly to say the least. My beautiful bride went along for the cart ride today and it made a world of difference. My shots were awesome. My new Leupold GX-4i range finder made a tremendous difference as well. One of the better rounds that I have played recently. Thank God for the seasoned golfers who offer a lending hand or great advice.

Thanks Bobby K.

Good luck, and keep your focus.

You can't swing well in excitement or anticipation.