Just tried out some new irons

[klaymon]

I just got back from Golf Galaxy where I hit a bunch of different irons. I narrowed down my selection to 3: Cobra FP, Taylormade R7 and Ping I10. I get to go back Saturday or Sunday and make my decision, get fitted and buy those puppies in a 4-GW set.

I'm also picking up a Ping Tour-W 60 degree lob wedge and a Taylormade 3W or 5W. As of this weekend, I'll have my own full set of clubs instead of a bunch of borrowed ones.

[gogolfing]

For what's it's worth, I love my Ping Tour W Wedges, and the i10's have been in the bag since September and are a very solid club; I'm very happy with them. Have fun with whatever you get.

[MasterOfTheBogey]

I am getting my i10's as soon as I can get my financial situation out of the stinker. The bank (parents) turned down a loan. No worries though, Cant really start playing around here for another month or so.

I tried the i10's, TM r7 TP's, and the new Cobras. The pings seem like the best fit for me though. Was suprised at what they suggested though. Thought I would need a stiff flex, but the recommended a regular.

Good Luck with your purchase.

[klaymon]

I currently have a Tour-W 56 degree wedge that I love. That's the reason I'm getting the same one in a 60.

They said I definitely need a stiff flex on mine. So, stiff steel shafts it is. Right now, I'm leaning toward the Cobras or the I10's but they all hit well. If I had to pick right now without hitting any more on the simulator, I would probably get the Cobras. They just felt right in my hands and I hit very well with them (plus they're $200 cheaper than the Pings which leaves more cash for the other clubs).

[Monsieurgolf]

I think you are headed in the right direction and I'm impressed with your thoughtfulness in considering Cobra irons and I feel they get overlooked a lot.

I too would be in the same boat and have often wondered about getting PINGS...but the dollars sure can make that decision easier.

[Guest]

Nice selection. I'm a huge fan of the Titleist 60 degree spin milled wedge. You can check that thing anywhere around the green.

Good luck.

[cpht]

Just don't base your decision on how far you hit the 5 iron. The manufactureres are strengthening their lofts all over the place. I think I even saw that the cobra ufi has a 43 degree pw (compared to 46-48).
http://www.cobragolf.com/irons/specs.asp
found it:

When you decide on a set, take the loft of the pw into account and be prepared to add a gap wedge or 2.

[klaymon]

I ended up with the Cobra FP's (4-GW set). I also picked up a Ping Tour-W 60 degree wedge and a Taylormade Burner 3W. Then I stuffed them all in a new Nike Sasquatch Tour stand bag. Happy birthday to me!