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A forgiveness revolution...

Perhaps needed because of longer shaft length ;-) ... at the same time, we could all use forgiveness.

TM introduces RSi -- 3 models of the same irons for different levels of golfers.

It's all about mishits and similar distance from toe and heel slots that you obtain from center hits.

RS1 - higher hc

RS2 - low to mid

RS3 - Tour

In the video, Mark Broadie (the new stat man) states iron shots are the #1 critical shot and 76% of iron shots are mishit (I believe the mishit stat).

See the robot hit center, toe, heel shots -- the same distance.

They are still using the guy who draws fast in videos ... reminds me of too many infomercials, but it's effective here because it's only a few seconds.

Rick Shiels has already reviewed the 1 and 2 models on youtube...

The ultimate irons?

Touring Pros give feedback at the end of the Vid.

Haven't heard about shafts or specs.

Rick Shiels' Review

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I might demo if I get a free hat or something. There's no way I'm going to be able to buy new irons. I am intrigued that off center hits go just as far as well struck hits. Wonder how the irons would handle my normal fade/slice? I want more distance but just can't afford to buy new clubs.

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Interesting. I wonder how the slots look at address?

For me I would be interested in the RS3. Taylormade has been making some pretty high launching irons lately. I prefer something that flights a bit lower.

Not sure I am in the market for new irons, but i'll demo them anyways :-D

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I would like to compare the RSi to the SLDR irons. On the SLDRs, a hit toward the toe or heel (but still within the horizontal grooves) seemed to maintain good distance, but pushed out to the right or pulled back left by the time it had landed. It's similar to the pattern of the wide toe and heel shots from the RSi video with Iron Byron.

I would want to see how much of a "correction factor" the RSi model delivers - on toe or heel hits - compared to the the SLDRs. Net linear dispersion would tell the story.

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BUT, if you don't make impact within the bounds of the horizontal grooves on the clubface, I'm not sure how much the side slots will help you. Moderate mishits yes, but I doubt the side slots will save a really bad shot.

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More information on the various irons:

RSi Lineup

RSi 1 features TaylorMade’s Advanced Face Design – an engineering feat that incorporates the company’s thinnest face ever, a deep undercut and Inverted Cone Technology (to extend the COR zone) in order to promote greater ball speed. In addition, a stabilized head structure and multiple dampening systems resulted in improved sound and feel. The new Reax 90 steel shaft from True Temper helps optimize ball flight for max distance and performance.

-NEW Face Slot Technology in the 3-8 iron provide uniform flexion across the face protecting ball speed and generating more consistent distance on off-center hits.

-Improved Speed Pocket with ThruSlot Technology in the 3-7 iron: Provides ball speed protection on shots below the center of the face and increases launch angle and ball speed on all shots

-Advanced Face Design—our thinnest face, deep undercut and Inverted Cone Technology combined promote maximum face speed and consistency.

-Improved sound and feel through advanced construction & multiple dampening systems.

-New Reax 90 steel shaft from True Temper helps to optimize ball flight for ultimate distance and performance.

RSi 2 ... The most resounding characteristic of the RSi 2 is the Progressive Multi-Material Construction. The 3-5 irons are cast from 450 stainless steel with tungsten weighting to promote a lower CG and slightly higher flight. The mid irons (6-7) are cast of 450 stainless steel, as well. The high- strength material allowed engineers to make the face thinner, undercuts deeper and accommodate slot technology. The short irons (8, 9, PW) incorporate forged faces to promote feel and accuracy; and the wedges are completely forged, giving them the look, feel and workability desired by better players. RSi 2 irons come stock with the all-new KBS Tour 105 shaft .”

-Revolutionary Face Slot Technology in the 3-8 iron provides more uniform flexion across the face that protects ball speed and generates more distance on off-center hits toward the heel & toe

-Speed Pocket with ThruSlot Technology in the 3-7 iron provides ball speed protection on shots below the center of the face and increases launch angle and ball speed

-Progressive Multi-Material Construction:

-LONG IRONS: Tungsten low in the toe for higher launch and more ballspeed

-MID IRONS: High-strength, thin-face steel construction for high speed and consistency

-SHORT IRONS: Forged carbon steel face with milled grooves for soft feel and control

-WEDGES: Fully forged 1025 carbon steel wedge for optimum feel and precision

-Exclusive KBS Tour 105 Shaft provides tour-caliber performance at a lighter weight for optimum blend of speed, stability and accuracy

RSi TP

The RSi TP irons combine the forged look and feel preferred by better players with Face Slot Technology. An advanced two-piece construction merges a premium 1025 forged carbon steel hosel/face with a 431 stainless steel back using plasma welding in the 3-7 irons. This construction provides the precision and feel of a forged iron with the advanced geometry of cast irons – delivering the best of both worlds. The short irons (8-PW) are classic forged heads with a slight muscle cavity. RSi TP irons come stock with the Tour-proven KBS Tour Steel Shaft.

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More info:

Release Dates:

Start the demo on October 15

Purchase on November 14

If we're talking mishits, why does TM give higher HC more shaft length (38.25 5i)  and lower HC standard shaft length (37.75 5i)?

Yes, I know ... for distance claims

I find the lack of bounce, especially in the RSi 2, appalling, given modern technology showing us how well-designed bounce helps golfers.

They might want to consider a hybrid/iron set to serve the higher HC market.... Specs below.

RSi 1

RSi 2

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There will be a lot of hate towards them just because they are Taylormade obviously.

I will check them out but I just bought new irons of theirs (speedblades) so won't be buying them. They did make the Speedblades drop $100 which was within 30 days of my purchase so I was able to go back and get that refunded so I like them already, lol.

My whole bag is TaylorMade except for 2 hyrbids and a Cleveland wedge but I don't like the idea of a technological advance that is based solely on mishitting the ball.

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I just got back from the future in my 2050 time machine. The new TM irons have:

- fusion reactors behind each club face to increase distance by up to 500 yards! Just adjust your swing speed and reactor power output to control distance.

- adjustable clubfaces that go from frictionless to sandpaper quality to control desired spin

- a 25 degree pitching wedge. The 2 iron is -5 degrees to assist with compressing the ball.

- electromagnetic field variance technology to ensure no off center hits ever happen again!

- grip pressure sensor technology that alerts you when your grip pressure varies by .023 foot pounds of pressure above or below your self-programmable pressure level.

- metal alloy shafts like the bad guy in Terminator 2 that allow you to adjust your shaft length at any time on voice command.

They're called the Taylor Made "I am the Alpha and Omega" irons 3.0. Call me at 1-800-555-1212 to demo them some time in an undisclosed, secure location :whistle:

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Reviewing early feedback, they launch higher than the Speedblades.

The yardage gap in the short irons and PW is wide, and hitting partial shots may be an issue when first purchased -they are inconsistent. Distance -- not longer than SpeedBlades. Read some comments about players expecting more forgiveness (and higher launch) from the rough -- perhaps it is the size of the #1 club head...

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Does anyone know of one of these demo videos where a guy demos an Rbladez iron, then a Speedblade, then an Rs1 on the same day in the same conditions? I think that would be more telling than looking back at launch monitor stats on YouTube video from 6 months ago.

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Reviewing early feedback, they launch higher than the Speedblades.

Which ones? The TPs? The RSi 1?

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I just got back from the future in my 2050 time machine. The new TM irons have: - fusion reactors behind each club face to increase distance by up to 500 yards! Just adjust your swing speed and reactor power output to control distance. - adjustable clubfaces that go from frictionless to sandpaper quality to control desired spin - a 25 degree pitching wedge. The 2 iron is -5 degrees to assist with compressing the ball. - electromagnetic field variance technology to ensure no off center hits ever happen again! - grip pressure sensor technology that alerts you when your grip pressure varies by .023 foot pounds of pressure above or below your self-programmable pressure level. - metal alloy shafts like the bad guy in Terminator 2 that allow you to adjust your shaft length at any time on voice command. They're called the Taylor Made "I am the Alpha and Omega" irons 3.0. Call me at 1-800-555-1212 to demo them some time in an undisclosed, secure location :whistle:

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What do I think?

I should have patented this 2 years ago.

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Which ones? The TPs? The RSi 1?


RSi 1

I haven't heard anything about the TP's yet as to reviews.

Ping G400 Max 9/TPT Shaft, TEE EX10 Beta 4, 5 wd, PXG 22 HY, Mizuno JPX919F 5-GW, TItleist SM7 Raw 55-09, 59-11, Bettinardi BB39

 

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I just got back from the future in my 2050 time machine. The new TM irons have:

- fusion reactors behind each club face to increase distance by up to 500 yards! Just adjust your swing speed and reactor power output to control distance.

- adjustable clubfaces that go from frictionless to sandpaper quality to control desired spin

- a 25 degree pitching wedge. The 2 iron is -5 degrees to assist with compressing the ball.

- electromagnetic field variance technology to ensure no off center hits ever happen again!

- grip pressure sensor technology that alerts you when your grip pressure varies by .023 foot pounds of pressure above or below your self-programmable pressure level.

- metal alloy shafts like the bad guy in Terminator 2 that allow you to adjust your shaft length at any time on voice command.

They're called the Taylor Made "I am the Alpha and Omega" irons 3.0. Call me at 1-800-555-1212 to demo them some time in an undisclosed, secure location

Depleted Uranium faces and titanium bodies for the ultimate hard/heavy face.

Don't forget about the exo-skeletal Iron Byron attachment for handicapped players who will dominate the field with their hyper-sonic swing speeds.

New golf ball designs that work properly at supersonic speeds.

They will use direct alpha wave interfaces, no need for speech, plus a shaft that alters during a round is against the ROG. :-D

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More information on the various irons:

[COLOR=000000]The RSi TP irons combine the forged look and feel preferred by better players with Face Slot Technology. An advanced two-piece construction merges a premium 1025 forged carbon steel hosel/face with a 431 stainless steel back using plasma welding in the 3-7 irons. This construction provides the precision and feel of a forged iron with the advanced geometry of cast irons – delivering the best of both worlds. The short irons (8-PW) are classic forged heads with a slight muscle cavity. RSi TP irons come stock with the Tour-proven KBS Tour Steel Shaft.[/COLOR]

Wow, Jerry. These look interesting after all. I watched all the videos and Mark Crossfields reviews. Might be my next major purchase next year, depending upon when they are discounted some.

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