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RoosterLefty

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  • Birthday 11/30/1982

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  1. RoosterLefty

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  2. I know, this is a topic straight out of 2006/2007, but I scored one of these cheap on eBay and wanted to give some thoughts on it. First off, I used to be a big Titleist guy years ago. In high school its all I played, starting with DCI golds and a 975D. The ballflight was superb and those irons were forgiving...actually I still have them in the basement...sorry thats a bit off topic. Anyway, I drifted away from the game for a few years in college, and when I started playing again I invested in some more 'game improvement' clubs, since the ballstriking wasn't what it used to be and I didn't practice. The last few years I've been working harder on my game and I'm down below a 10hcp, and worked my hook/draw into a nice high fade. A high fade to the point that with my R7 Limited (9.5) I was losing about 15-20 yards because too much spin and too high a launch angle. I know Titleist is better for the penetrating ball flight and workability, so after a bit of research I decided to look into a 905 series. It sets up alot like my old 975, but the deeper face and slightly larger clubhead are much more pleasing to my eye, especially in the era of 460cc monsters. Some reviews said it looked small-ish, but I don't necessarily agree. It definitely instills confidence over the ball, looks sleek and powerful. Only took about 3 swings to know I made a good decision. The ball comes off hotter and more penetrating, even with a fade. In comparison to the TaylorMade, it flattens out much earlier and carries as far, if not further, and with much more roll. In Nebraska where the wind is always a factor, this is a much more suitable ballflight for me. I was even able to turn over a couple draws, and it still maintains good carry and the flatter, more penetrating flight. The feel is alot different than the TM. Very solid feel and plenty of feedback. The solid feel and sound at impact are different than those off of the TM, I think the TM feels more springy while the 905 feels hotter at impact. The 905's deeper face is a plus, usually my misses are high/low on the face more than heel/toe, so I can see the benefit there. I did hit a couple off the toe and didn't notice a huge distance loss, but the club lets you know you didn't strike it well. I've never been on a launch monitor, so I don't have any super-techy numbers to validate the review, but I'm positive my launch is down, and I can tell the spin rate is down because the ball never ballooned. I had no trouble carrying the ball 240-250 and will have a nice rollout. Hopefully looking to upgrade to a 910 down the road, but if this one keeps working out like it is that may be a year or two. For a 4-5 year old driver, I feel like this will really aid my driving of the golf ball. Trajectory control and spin control are A+.
  3. Dr: 285 4w: 245 3h: 225 4h: 210 5i: 195 6i: 180 7i: 170 8i: 160 9i: 150 PW: 140 GW: 130 SW: 115 LW: 100 P: 6 feet past the hole everytime :D
  4. typ3 - I don't hate the Huskers, but I don't take as much interest as a typical NU fan. I've played Indian several times, it is about as nice as there is around town. paxtonman - I played Quarry for the first time a few weeks ago, I was definitely impressed. Will definitely go back.
  5. Hello all, I'm a noob from the Cornhusker State (but not really a Husker fan LOL). I'm about a 10 handicap and improving the more I play, I've been playing for quite a few years but only in the last few have I really tried to get better. About my game: I hit it a ton but struggle with accuracy off the tee, and my short game (wedges & putting) is definitely my strength. I love trying new clubs but have done a good job sticking with my current set for over a year. Haven't played golf away from home very much, I've played alot in Eastern Nebraska, and got a few rounds in in Florida and Las Vegas. I've been reading the equipment section of this site for a long time and just now joining up in the forum section. Glad to be here, and hope to continue to learn more about the game! Oh and Rooster in no way means 'cocky', it is a softball team I used to play for! Jeff in Omaha
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