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Brand new to this forum but looking to get more into golf and take it more seriously so figured joining a forum would help somewhat

In the market for a 3 wood as the one im currently using is probably 15 years old. FWIW its a callaway X tour or something like that. I am a high handicapper (usually shoot between 92-97) and not looking to spend a ton of money. I have seen the Adams Speedlne LP, The Adams Speedline Fast, and the Adams Speedline Fast 12 and i havent been able to figure out the difference between them. I am assuming one is newer than the other? Any help would be greatly appreciated, as well as suggstions for a forgiving 3wood that is easy to hit off the deck. FWIW i also saw a Cobra mens Amp on sale as well.

Thanks


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When you test out different 3Ws, also try some 4Ws. Golf Digest reported that the average golfer can hit a 4W more reliably - and sometimes farther - than a 3W. A little extra loft really helps your launch.

Something to consider.

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Hybrid:  :callaway: Big Bertha OS 4H at 22°  ||  Irons:  :callaway: Mavrik MAX 5i-PW
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Off the grass it doesn't get much better than an Adams Tight Lies 3 wood. I got mine (the older version) for $70 from rockbottomgolf. Ernie Els uses the older version (with a non-stock shaft). The newer version has a blue "speed slot" on the bottom and seems to go a bit further.

As the season winds down I'm playing less and getting more inconsistent so I'm going to take my mini driver and 20* hybrid out the bag and put the 3 wood back in and tee off with the 3 wood. Less mental anguish more fun.


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I know Costco has Adams fairway woods / hybrids at a good price. Can't remember the exact price since I'm not in the market. I have a Ping K15 3 wood that is easy to hit off the deck. I have another 3 wood that I can't, so I know there's a difference.

Driver.......Ping K15 9.5* stiff 3 wood.....Ping K15 16* stiff 5 wood.....Ping K15 19* stiff 4 Hybrid...Cleveland Gliderail 23* stiff 5 - PW......Pinhawk SL GW...........Tommy Armour 52* SW...........Tommy Armour 56* LW...........Tommy Armour 60* FW...........Diamond Tour 68* Putter.......Golfsmith Dyna Mite Ball..........Volvik Vista iV Green Bag..........Bennington Quiet Organizer Shoes.... ..Crocs


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Brand new to this forum but looking to get more into golf and take it more seriously so figured joining a forum would help somewhat In the market for a 3 wood as the one im currently using is probably 15 years old. FWIW its a callaway X tour or something like that. I am a high handicapper (usually shoot between 92-97) and not looking to spend a ton of money. I have seen the Adams Speedlne LP, The Adams Speedline Fast, and the Adams Speedline Fast 12 and i havent been able to figure out the difference between them. I am assuming one is newer than the other? Any help would be greatly appreciated, as well as suggstions for a forgiving 3wood that is easy to hit off the deck. FWIW i also saw a Cobra mens Amp on sale as well. Thanks

Adams fw woods are becoming harder to find in my area as of late. All ive seen in stores was the tight lies. They were on sale for a steal of 39.99 new. I bought and re sold it two days later. DONT LAUGH, but i bought a wilson killer whale 4 wood brand new from academy for 49.99 and like it much better. Id strongly suggest a four wood esp considerring your looking for forgiveness and something you could hit off the deck. Good luck!

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Thanks for the responses guys.  I ended up getting a 2014 Tight Lies Tour 14.5* 3 wood for

next week so having it shipped right there and will report back  I got a regular shaft which from what i hear is a pretty decent shaft.  Ive attached a few pictures below.


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Awesome. Love my Adams driver,woods, and hybrid.  A handful of years old but they have improved my distances greatly.

  1. LPGA Square Two Melody driver 
  2. Callaway Steelhead Plus 5 W
  3. Adamsgolf Idea 4i hybrid 
  4. Answer 6 iron 
  5. Answer 8 iron 
  6. LH Golfsmith Tour Model IV PW
  7. AdamsGolf GTxtreme LW
  8. LH Ping Zing Magnesium Bronze

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Thanks for the responses guys.  I ended up getting a 2014 Tight Lies Tour 14.5* 3 wood for <$40 on ebay with shipping (brand new reputable distributer)  I was hesitant about getting the tour version as i feel it will be harder to hit, ...

Tight Lies FWs have the low profile head advantage, which helps get the ball up.

NOTE : If you find you're popping the ball up on tee shots, you might consider fluffing the grass and setting the ball down on it, rather than using a wooden tee. (This bothers some players with low-profile FWs.) But, if you do not have pop-up problems, ignore this note.

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  • Completed KBS Education Seminar (online, 2015)
  • GolfWorks Clubmaking AcademyFitting, Assembly & Repair School (2012)

Driver:  :touredge: EXS 10.5°, weights neutral   ||  FWs:  :callaway: Rogue 4W + 7W
Hybrid:  :callaway: Big Bertha OS 4H at 22°  ||  Irons:  :callaway: Mavrik MAX 5i-PW
Wedges:  :callaway: MD3: 48°, 54°... MD4: 58° ||  Putter:image.png.b6c3447dddf0df25e482bf21abf775ae.pngInertial NM SL-583F, 34"  
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Look at the speedline super s or LS. I have both and like them better than the Tight Lies they replaced.

DRIVER- Tour Edge EXS 220
3W- Adams Tight Lies 2
Hybrids- Cobra F8 19 *

Utility- Sub 70 699U #4
Irons - Sub 70 739 5-PW
Wedges- Tour Edge CB Pro 50, 54, 58
Putter- Cleveland Huntington Beach Soft #11

Ball- Titleist DT Trufeel


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Like what has already been posted. Try a 4W first before buy the 3W.

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A whole bunch of Tour Edge golf stuff...... :beer:

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I got the Adams Tight Lies Ti 3w. I doubt there is much difference between mine and yours other than aesthetics (and that I paid more).

Tee shots I just drop on the ground and smack. Get great launch from this club, and so it's very easy to hit off the deck. While I liked my Taylormade 3w (understatement), I have to say this one blows it out of the water on forgiveness.

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  bm85 said:

I got the Adams Tight Lies Ti 3w. I doubt there is much difference between mine and yours other than aesthetics (and that I paid more).

Tee shots I just drop on the ground and smack. Get great launch from this club, and so it's very easy to hit off the deck. While I liked my Taylormade 3w (understatement), I have to say this one blows it out of the water on forgiveness.

thats great to here thanks.  My 3W arrived in florida yesterday at my parents and i will be giving it a go thursday after i land


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