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No, I believe they are cheaply made aluminum headed drivers. Unless we are talking Airforce1 or the like. Those are a reasonable driver. If the driver lists for around 100$ or less walk away. Mark Shuman

I hit them last week with the TT 95's. Very ,very soft feel. Forged soft. Great high trajectory and good dispersion. Felt fantastic to me. Very forgiving on toe hits. Ping really did the homework on these. Fantastic irons. But sadly out of my budget. I'll keep bangin the G20's for a while. BTW the soft feel was with range rocks too! Mark Shuman

With those spin numbers you want to stay away from the LS. Try the SF or straight G30. Those are more suited to your needs. With 92 mph try a R flex and the softR as well. Good luck in your search. Mark Shuman

What he means is to have your swing speed measured. Also get static measurements of your hands and wrist to floor measurements. These are used as a starting point to fit you up. You would normally at a good fitting hit some balls and the fitter looks at your ball flight and makes a further detemination on length lie and so on. A few hits off a lie board would also be done. These are all things looked at during a fitting. Having clubs fitted to your swing and playing level are very important. Mark Shuman

I am firmly in the hybrid camp. I play D 5 and 7 woods, then 17, 22 and 31 hybrids. The gaps are Ok for me. The 17 may be swapped out for a 19 though. Hybrids are one of the best clubs I have. I only go to 7 iron and hybrids and woods from there down. If the 5 and 7 weren't so good Id bag 5 hybrids. Mark Shuman

Rule I've been away for a little while. You are correct. The G20's have 54 in sand. My Karsten is 55. I hit full shots with the sand wedge most times. The other 2 lobs are for in close. I find myself short sided waaay to often. I live in Central PA so hills are a fact of life. So many of the greens I hit into are raised. So at times I'm hitting uphill at least 8 feet. I've been shortsided and had to hit it up 12 feet to the green. The 64 has earned a spot in my bag. I had 60 for my highest wedge for quite a while. I had a bladed sand wedge to start. But the dispersion and fat shots really hurt me. I got the Karsten cheap used. It's going nowhere. The confidence it gives me is unreal. Gets the ball in the air easily and dispersion is great. Decent spin, there is no downside for me. I also use it for longer chips and the occasional bump and run. It is great having the option of a chunky sand wedge for bunkers and approach shots. And the versatility of a bladed wedge for in close. I hope you do well. Mark Shuman

Lots of good advice here. Used is a good way to go. But 200$ is kinda low for a full set. Would get you irons but not much else. Try Dick's they have some decent deals right now on older new clubs. Iron sets for 250 and drivers for 100 or less. If a set is where your heart is try a set of Wilson Reflex's. The driver and woods are not too shabby. I hit the irons for G&G;'s. They performed well but I didn't like the feel. for a beginner well worth a look. Mark Shuman

Hey Rule try this. Use the 20 sand and the Tour Lob. That is what I do. I play G20's in P&U; wedges. I play a Karsten sand wedge with carbon shaft. My lob is a Mizuno MPT12 60 and a Wilson harmonized 64. I use the sand wedge for full or 3/4 hits and the occasional bump and run or long chip. I find that the Karsten makes a great 55 yard shot every time. The 60 and 64 take care of all the touch shots. No need to play touch shots with the sand wedge. Also opening the face for flops is so much easier with a low bounce lob. My 60 is 8 degrees and don't know the Wilson's bounce. Both are superb at the short flip or flop. Try that combination you may like it.

Getting the Pings adjusted,great move. One of the best things you could have done. For me getting irons fitted for lie was a turning point for me. Made all the difference in the world. All of a sudden I could hit an iron straight. As for the huge head, embrace the shovelieness. Nice to have that big ol'e honkin chunk of stainless down there at address. Gives new meaning to the thought of "Comfort Zone". You'll love'em. I love my G20 grain scoops! Mark Shuman

I have carried and played both 9 and 11 woods. I just replaced my 11 wood (Cally Steelhead+) with a Ping K15 7 wood. Problem is I hit the damn 11 wood to damn far. If I step on it I can get all but 200 out of it. I need something shorter of all things. A regular hit with it is 180. Just too long. It works very well, straight and just waaaaayyyy to long. And to add insult to injury it's a stock "A" flex shaft. Never gonna sell it. But I'll rotate it in and out of the bag as necessary. Mark Shuman

Good on you. Hope you like them. Good irons, will serve you well. Mark shuman

My last purchase was from Dick's. But this will probably stop when my favorite store reopens in 3 weeks. I buy as much from my local Pro shop/driving range as I do from all other sources combined. I mostly buy used or discontinued stuff from Dick's and GG. But the bulk of new purchases are from my favorite store. I like to support the locals. Mark Shuman

No expert here, no kids but just an opinion. I'd say get her a putter from US Kids or similar sized to fit her or near fit. Find a bucket of the cheap coloured foam practice balls. I've seen them at Dunham's and Wally Worlds. She would probably enjoy the colours and being foam the possabilitys of Boo-Boo's dramaticly decreases. And finally giving said "gifts" at an appropriate time would be awesome. Birthdays come to mind foremost. It would be epic my man. It certainly would make an impression. And lastly enjoy spending time with the little one. Before you know it she'll be asking for the car keys if you know what I mean. I'm green with envy. I'd love to have someone to share with. Enjoy it my man enjoy the heck out of it. Mark Shuman

Good lord everybody always worrying about gaps. Gaps be damned. There is no point discussing 4W, 3H or what ever. What you need to do is decide on head type, wood,iron or hybrid. Then go hit them on the range. Then you will know what you need. You will know how far you hit each club. Not trying to be a horses arse here. Just trying to point out that some clubs work better for some folks. I hit irons very high and short. I hit woods the longest. And I'm more consistant with a hybrid. So for me I'm juggling flight and forgiveness. Another consideration is the courses you play. If the courses have very deep shaggy rough then hybrids are a better choice than woods. The opposite is also true. Short rough favours woods. My opinion would be 4 and 7 wood and an appropriate hybrid. These 3 would be a good choice even if you need to drop an iron to fit in the hybrid. It is nice to have a choice in club type to match the shot at hand. As to driver I'm the last person to seek advice from. I hit moon balls with a 7 1/2 degree driver with a PL Axis Red in it. But all things considered I'd look at the 10 1/2 if you can. Should be able to hit it straight more consistantly than the 9 1/2. With the right shaft I think that higher loft is better. MY opinion only. BTW my current gamer is a Ping K15 9 1/2 with a PL Red in it. Still a little high but works for me. Mark Shuman

I'm lovin' my G20's. Great clubs, I've got irons 6-U and 23,27 and 31 hybrids. Love that the hybrids can be lie adjusted. Made a big difference for me on how well I hit them. Try a set you won't be sorry. BTW I like the looks of the 20's over 25's. I guess I'm just a shovel lovin fool! Mark Shuman

If you can find one give a Ping K15 a try. Mine is an absolute cannon. My driver SS is right around 92. I launch that thing 200 off the tee and about the same from the deck. High and soft is the name of the game. I've loved the 5er so much I searched and got the 7 wood. The 3 wood is on the way. I'll have it this weekend. Ping makes some great woods. As an aside did you try the G25 series. The 4 wood is money in the bank. Before you settle give the 25's a try. Although I do like Cally fairway woods myself. Mark Shuman

Those are a quality Iron without doubt. Price is fair, but before you buy take a trip to Dick's or Golf Galaxy(same Company). They are selling some last years models really cheap. Don't limit yourself. Find something that works for you and looks good to your eye. I will state those Wilsons are fine irons and I'd bag them. Just don't rush into a decision. Look around and kick some tires so to speak. And have fun. Mark Shuman

I'm going to buck the trend and say you did the right thing. Especially since you got both drivers. If that 2 wood is indeed a 2 wood get that puppy on E-Bay. I may be wrong but that 2 wood has a cult following. It should net you some decent change. It would allow you to get some more clubs to fill the gaps you have. Heck see if you can trade for what you need. Get those Clevelands bent to your specs and have at it. I think you did well. Mark Shuman

I'd crank up those Adams without doubt. You have nothing to loose. I would however at least get staticly fit to them. By this I mean have your wrist to floor measurement taken. Then go to a deecentgolf establishment and hit them off a lie board. Then get the irons fitted to you. Get the lies set up properly. This would be a great starting point. With the irons at least lie adjusted and knowing Adams's reputation for hybrids I think you would be at a good point to really get started. As an aside if some of your current Nikes work better than the Adams don't be afraid to mix and match. Good luck in your endevors. Mark shuman

Dragon that is a sexy looking bag you got there! Me likey. I think later this year a new cart bag will be in order. Not that my old one is bad. I hate the way it fits on my Clickgear cart. I want one that fits and doesn't flop to one side like my current Nike does. May give Wilson a good look. Mark Shuman

NJ is spot on. I have played the soft. It felt great off irons and wedges. Had decent stopping power. Flew true and decent distance. I'm also going to give the U3 a whirl this spring as well. The whole Gamer series is the proverbial "Diamond in the rough". Not trying them would be a great disservice to yourself. Mark Shuman

That's a solid set right there. I think at least a sand wedge and some sort of fairway wood is in order. I'd find a nice used 5 wood and pick up a discounted older sand wedge. Try looking for a Cleveland sand wedge or something similar in a new older model. I wouldn't buy a used wedge, fearing worn out grooves. A decent stand bag and you're set. Good hunting. Mark Shuman

Yea total BS. I just looked in the GS catalog NV's are going for 45$ in that weight. Most stores buy from them for shafts. It's a good shaft, may not be for you. Go to a good fitter and have them try you out and see what shaft would fit you. As far as old equipment not being relevant is so untrue it just makes me want to scream. Older equipment is just fine. Find an old TMag VSteel 3 or 5 wood and hit it. Then tell me old equipment isn't relevant. This guy is a complete idiot. Reshaft that driver and enjoy it. You aren't loosing anything using it. A shaft change to the right shaft may make it a real weapon for you!!!! Mark Shuman

Tricky we are talking INCH POUNDS, not foot pounds. The screw size for hozle adjusting threaded into aluminum should be somewhere near 50 in/# or so. I'd have to measure the screw and check with the chart in the Machinists Handbook to be sure. Foot pounds is for screws much larger threading into steel. Just click it with the tool and you should be OK. If you are continually loosening up replace the adapter and screw. They can wear out if continually adjusting. Also a tiny drop of BLUE Locktite can help. And make it a very small drop. use a toothpick to make the drop. I'm a mechanic by trade with an engineering degree. Don't ask how I ended up here, a long story. But the tool should get you there. Don't want you to damage the club by overtorquing the screw. Mark Shuman

I am a very high handicapper. So take my suggestions with a grain of salt. I would not reccomend any of them. I f you must buy a set try Adams. They sell sets with better clubs. Some of the higher priced Wilsons are OK. But look for a set from a major manufactuer, Cobra, Calloway, Adams ect. However the real smart way to go is to piece up a set of clubs. Used is a great way to go. Calloway used, and the usual TGW, Golfsmith and so on are good places to go. For new at great prices try Dallas Golf, Hurricaine Golf and Rock Bottom Golf. If you shop smart, you can end up with a set of quality last years models for the price of a set of boxed clubs. One last idea. Try Hireko, Pinemedow and Giga Golf. Hireko and Giga have a sterling reputation for customer service and quality clubs. Pinemedow has great service. But they want to use thier own shafts in thier clubs. I read they are not up to some available at Hireko and Giga, who use regular Aldilla , Graffaloy and so on. I bought some used clubs (Nike) and am adding and changing up clubs to fit my game better. Good luck in you're search. Mark Shuman