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I though it was very interesting and entertaining, unlike some playoffs that last 7+ holes and start to lose my attention fairly quickly. This is one of the most exicting tournaments of the year, and it finished that way keeping all the fans watching one of the most famous holes in golf. This is more for the fans than the pros and they derserve some pizzaz, even if some of the players get a little upset. Although it was kinda dull having to watch Goydos finish off after Sergio's shot when everone knew it was over. Very interesting to say the least.

I really don't understand what I said to just piss you off like that, but I was just explaining the issues of my game. As for being a country club brat, I didn't see how I came off like that because I was recalling one of my faults and also I worked part-time to be able to play at a local muni course to improve my abilites and my entire bag cost less than most of these rich kid's drivers who get everything in life handed to them. And for ego, maybe a little bit, but I would feel more comfortable hitting a long iron than a hybrid or wood on a tight hole with lots of trouble on the sides. I didn't mean to raise any tempers, just wanted some of other people's views on a particular club. Thank You.

No, their clubs are actually pretty nice. I'm still using their 3 wood in my bag and my dad uses all the woods by them and also has that putter. Kinda strange design with the "Power Sphere" thing but looks pretty good in person and you can store a golf ball in there if you're really bored

HOGAN! Ever since Callaway bought them out, production has been stagnant. Very good quality clubs though. Hit an Apex and a Mizuno MP33 back to back, and while the Mizuno was very nice and I understand why so many people love their irons, I just smashed the lights out with the Hogans. So consistant, smooth and very classic and elegent design. Also some of the custom build clubmaking products are very nice but often overlooked.

Yes I am serious. My iron play is the best part of my game along with chipping right now, but that should drop drastically through spring of this year. Its the putting that was really holding me back, with constant easy par and birdie putts being missed. As for my game, I have a very smooth and consistant swing that I get complemented on constantly (not just saying this too make myself look better) and already hit a very high launching ball naturally while being one of the longer hitters on my course at the age of 15. Also I am somewhat of a "purist" and love the look and feel of a blade at adress rather then a massive chunk of metal behind it, with the expection of a driver. And in response to elchene, the only real chances I get to hit a 2-iron my dad is always there watching at the range or on the course, because its his club and he knows how well I hit it. He is just trying to convince me since so many people are using hybrids now that it has a more forgiveness, which isn't an issue for me since I don't miss the center that often and when I do, I WANT to pay a penalty, so I can aviod starting any bad habits at a young age. Anyways, thanks for all the replies so far. I would love to still hear others opinions on this.

I usually only go to the range when there's really something I need to work on or else I'm just beating balls and most likely making my swing worse due to lack of focus. Playing and competeing against people (even if it's only for $1 a round) tends to help me to execute the best shots I can. Unfortunately playing can often cost a lot more than the range

Here's one setup: r7 Superquad Burner TP 3 woods Apex 2-E or rac TP MB 2-PW rac Satin/Black TP wedges Imola putter Pro V1 Then theres a Titleist bag setup...

Right now its a 3 iron, but the weather hasn't even hit 60* when I've been able to play. So given normal spring condtitions, a 4 iron works most the time.

Wow, I thought a lot more people would be hovering . I'm still getting used to it, but I have found that keeping the club hovered prevents me from getting stuck in the grass and ruining my backswing and timing. Also I will never have to worry about moving the ball with my clubface. Remember Bobby Jones in the 1925 US Open?

There's a point where no matter what technology companies use, nature will still play a major factor. I don't know if this analogy will help but I saw on Top Gear (A fun little car show on BBC America (get a little obssesed after dark with all these channels ) ) that it took like ~200 hp to go 150 mph but almost 900 hp to go 250 mph. There's just a point where technology can only go so far and I doubt there is too much more the clubs can do.

Is it possible to haggle on used clubs? Like in a store such as Golfsmith or Golf Galaxy, can you bargain on the price like in car sales or is it only retail? If I can get a used set of irons I would like to save some extra cash, but I don't want to look like a complete dumbass asking to lower the price. Also I'm not going to politely ask a salesman if store policy allows haggling b/c I don't know what legally sane person that would say yes.

True, I'm 15 and like how classically designed their drivers/woods still are (not talking about thier 2008 iron likeup though ). Once I start to get better within the next few years and start playing some major junior/amateur tournaments, I would not mind playing all Titleist, aside from the irons which will most likely stay Hogans. Very elegant and classic. A few people on my golf team already have full Titleist bags, just a little steep pricewise for me right now, ESPECIALLY the Scotty putters. But overall great clubs.

To me it's more how they work together with their caddies. "146 to the front, 152 to the pin, green slopes back, grain faces east, ect... Fly it 157 yards to the back left edge and let the ridge take it back..." So much presicion compared to amateurs: "Uh... about 150." That's really what I'm really impressed about because I'm starting to be able to do all the other stuff at the beginning of this season but their immaculate preparation is staggering...

I'm psyched for 2 years from now when Couples turns 50. That will be incredible to see him really compete again now that he'd be playing with people of the same body issues as he does. I will tivo every single swing he ever makes and follow that religiously. So smooth, it makes me cry a little inside every time he falls apart because of his back...

These guys really are Champions. Seriously, 3 playoff weeks in a row! I find this tour so much more enjoyable than the PGA, aside from major weeks (when Tiger DOESN'T have a 12 shot lead going into Sunday). They seem to have so much more fun just playing and the competition is always down to the very last putt. Also I'm just plain old sick of everyone bowing down to Tiger as if he is the next messiah. Is anyone else with me on this one?

Does anyone know who makes the Ben Hogan Apex shaft? I know for the most part that most companies only make the heads and commission other people like TT and Golf Pride to make the shafts and grips. Also as part 2: what is the major difference between Dynamic Gold and Project X shafts? I know that the PX's are $20 more a pop more and that they'll never be in my bag anytime soon.

I go with sandwedge. I'm just tossing it at the pin and depending on the type of shot it stops within 3 feet (back, forwards, side to side). Also now that I'm playing better courses with faster greens, these new Y-cutter grooves really help checking up with the short shots.

True, 8 Majors, 5 of them Open Championships and 4 of them with Jack in 2nd place. Although not quite "underrated" I don't think Bobby Jones is getting the respect he deserves as the "Greatest Golfer of All Time". C'mon he only played in 31 majors and won 13 in 7 years, including the REAL Grand Slam, while going to law school. Now thats skill.

But there has to be a damn good reason why they are the most played ball in the world. Which in turn, from the numbers and severe amounts of wins they have over the next ball, does make you think a little bit that they are doing something right with their equipment. Just something else to chew on

I don't understand why people constantly want newer and more technologically advanced equipment every year. Do you guys really want to be hitting a 185 yard 9-iron by 2010? I personally want my game improvements to be from better course management, swing technique and mental attitude. Just my thoughts but for me its more the journey, not the destination. ...now I'm gonna get it though

My dad used to go out on Sunday mornings with two of his friends and came back every week at about 12-2pm. So one day I just decided I wanted to play with him so he got me a 7 iron and a putter and I would just mess around with those until I got used to it enough to play a few rounds with him. He was my main teacher and after a few years of playing, only found this out fairly recently, I was constantly getting offered free lessons because of my smooth, easy swing but only trusted me with a few people to influence my game. Now with his help I'm the only freshman on my golf team and am starting to break par with the come of the new season. So basically just a small father-son bonding story

Wow thats tough. Hogan for his immaculate understanding and near machanical perfection with his swing. But Snead had one of the smoothest tempos that I have ever watched and have studied both thoroughly... I'm stuck Edit: I'll vote Hogan because I trust him with my irons

What tours players still use a 2-iron? I'm pretty sure Tiger and Sergio still do but I'm not aware of who else does. I want to try and convince my dad to let me use one instead of spending $150+ on a hybrid when I have no problems puring a blade 2-iron 220+ yards dead straight.

Where I live there is a lot of rich kids, especially on my golf team (unfortunately not me ) but I win them over by being polite, funny and with a smooth swing and low scores. Also its always fun to beat someone who's brand new 460cc driver cost more than your golf bag and everything in it . Its all about the player not the clubs.

For me the newest clubs I have are my wedges which are 2-3 years old and then my driver which is about 5. Then my irons which are older than me and my putter which is older than my mom. And I just broke par today and out drove and played all my teamates. The moral is its the player not the clubs. So if you already like your clubs I would suggest getting the right shafts and lie angle adjustments, but if you want new clubs go for it. Also since you seem to be a good player find a good tour ball because that is what really matters. So ProV1s, HX tours or Tour i/ix, or Taylormades ect... You can usually buy a sleeve of most any ball you want at your local golf store or proshop. So go keep practicing, find what fits your game and good luck.