The Search for New Irons

[Magnum PI]

I spent yesterday hitting almost every iron at Golf Galaxy that I deemed to be in my skill range (Big Bertha, Ping G10, Cleveland HiBore, various Mizuno MX-s) and some out of my skill range (X-20s, MP-67) and fell in love with the Mizuno MX-950s. I had spoken to the Mizuno rep at an event a week earlier and he explained to me the details of each set they offer.

This is my first year of regularly playing golf - I play at least twice a week. I love the game and can't seem to get enough. I have been taking lessons and practice on my own.

My exisiting set is an old set of Taylor Mades that were hand me downs.

So, knwoing that - any reason I shouldn't get the MX-950s? I know they are expensive, but are they too much of a beginners club?

[ks8829]

When I buy a set of clubs I know that they are a stepping stone to another set.

The factors that I judge my purchase is cost, game improvement, playability.
Just remember that they will not be your last set of clubs.

I have bought used for the last 2 sets of club and I am very happy with my results.

good luck and happy golfing!

[caseycase]

get yourself a set of Callaway irons u cant go wrong. There the best for the avarage to mid handicaped golfer. I have the x18 and I love them. Playing some of the best golf ever.

[titaniummd]

I spent yesterday hitting almost every iron at Golf Galaxy that I deemed to be in my skill range (Big Bertha, Ping G10, Cleveland HiBore, various Mizuno MX-s) and some out of my skill range (X-20s, MP-67) and fell in love with the Mizuno MX-950s. I had spoken to the Mizuno rep at an event a week earlier and he explained to me the details of each set they offer.

I was in the same dilemma. You really need to hit them to see if they work out for your game, now. I don't personally feel that it is a beginner's set. It is a super game improvement set that is suited for a high handicap golfer however, they are in no means 'easy' to hit, either.

I had the same dilemma when searching for the set I have now. I considered the all hybrid sets by Cleveland, Ben Hogan, Hippo and some other non-major brand. It was really easy to hit and at the time, I had major flaws with the swing. However, I knew the level that I was and that I wasn't going to improve significantly beyond a certain point (at least at that time - I was shanking everything from wedge to woods). Looking at the MX-950s which are comprised of 2 hybrids and the rest of the irons, I couldn't justify the premium (although I can afford it, I have better things to spend another $500 on). Hitting the demos, I did not perceive a significant difference in distance or ball flight. I opted for the MX-900s which were 1/2 the price. I looked for hybrids that didn't have much offset and didn't have adjustable weights. I found 2 TM Rescue Mids that fit the bill. At about $70 for each hybrid plus the $520 for the 4 - PW, I opted for the MX-900s. In the end, you have two options, get a set that suits your fancy after trying them out. Get a custom set made specifically for you through a Master clubfitter or level 10 clubfitter. http://clubfitter.org/html/agcp_memb...fications.html