Just bought the R9 460! I love it!

[nutsnbolts]

Well I took the plunge. I demo'd it over and over again against the R9 and over and over, the R9 460 I hit more solid. I was also considering the 09 burner but the 460 felt much much better and was far more consistent. As always, it's probably the indian and not the arrow.

Nevertheless, I noticed that I tend to fade more with the 460 and the question I have is, if I put it on NU setting (Neutral Upper) which according to the directions will create more loft and draw bias, considering my fading swing, will it somewhat shift my swing a bit to go straighter?

Obviously, I rather correct my swing but I'm curious whether changing these settings will actually do what it's supposed to do. I haven't tried it out on course yet so I'm just inquiring about it for those who have changed the settings with more consistent swing.

[mdvaldosta]

Usually, playing the ball a bit more foward and teed up a tad higher will encourage more of a draw. But... if you play all your other shots as you like them (as far as ball flight) except your driver then yea - use that sucker's built-in adjustability... that's what it's for.

[wannabe]

dude, jealous...

congrats!

[deafheaven]

Good to know because I should have my 460 on Friday.

[hawkeye]

I hit a fade generally - the guys who custom fit me figured I should have it set to L. That's what I hit best at the fitting. So far results are decent at the range but only one game on the course under my belt - hitting it left a good bit. But going to stick with the L settup for the time being.

Interestingly, the less L you get (opening the clubface) actually decreases loft. So might be a good settup when playing the wind! Will try that too eventually but I like the L.

[golfinanuj]

can i buy your ft iq lol

[erwintrace08]

I got the 460 as well, TP X Stiff Shaft. It hits much better than the 420. Distance feels much longer and consistent, feels straighter and the sound is great. I love it!!!

[nutsnbolts]

QUICK UPDATE:

I took it on the range with the NU setting (neutral upper) meaning draw bias a bit. It works. Of course, you can still hit a fade if you want but if your swing is right on, which mine is a fade, it went straight and long.

[wrx_junki]

Hopefully something new comes out soon so I can snag it for cheaper.

[nutsnbolts]

Then you can wait for again when the R11 comes out so the R10 is cheaper.

[erwintrace08]

  nutsnbolts said:

Then you can wait for again when the R11 comes out so the R10 is cheaper.

Funny Taylor Made keeps doing this, but they are still the #1 Driver on Tour (of course by contract the tour players have to play the new ones or at least use the headcovers and wear the caps) and we keep buying them. LOL

I heard they already have the trademark registered on the "R11" I can't wait for it! LOL. In 5 years...maybe they'll put it with NOS similar to the Air Force One club. That thing may blow up in the face

[deafheaven]

Got my R9 460 today. Unfortunately I don't have time to break it in before tomorrow's club scramble.

[erwintrace08]

  deafheaven said:

Got my R9 460 today. Unfortunately I don't have time to break it in before tomorrow's club scramble.

I'm sure you'll do fine. It's forgiving. Just don't overswing it ;)

[svchiefs19]

  erwintrace08;304991[CODE said:

]I can't wait for it! LOL. In 5 years...maybe they'll put it with NOS similar to the Air Force One club. That thing may blow up in the face

Thats would probably be the sweetest thing ever! except for the fact that you would only get like one swing and then it'd blow up and you'd have to buy a new one... but it would be one awesome swing!

congrats on the R9. and remeber, you still have to hit the ball. the R9 isnt a magic, cure-all club. you're still the one swinging it.

[Dub]

Sounds like a very sweet stick.

Hope you smoke it!!!!

[DisturbedGolferFla]

Congrats on the purchase...I was down to a choice of 2. The R9 460 and the Cobra S9-1. I went with The S9-1M.

[nutsnbolts]

Definitely a sweet club. I took it out and omg omg omg is all I can say!

[deafheaven]

Well the jury is in on my R9 and I'm afraid it is getting the death penalty. I really wanted this to work but alas, it was not to be. I love the way it looks, love the way it sounds and love the way it feels but unfortunately the lost yardage is just too much to put up with. To make matters worse, because I'm not typically getting anywhere close to my normal yardage with this club I've tried to compensate with swing mechanic changes and overswinging and grip changes that all resulted in some really bad mechanics that seeped over into my other clubs. I'm just coming out of it now after a full month of truly miserable golf.

For now my Hibore XLS goes back in the bag. Thinking of trying the Adams Speedline next.