davidnz

Thanks everyone for the replies. I've been trying to find used Adams/Nickent hybrids so it seems like I'll just keep my eye out for one that has the loft and shaft flex that I need. I can understand the comment about Mashie's appearance. Maybe it's like buying a car - it's not only about how well it works but how it looks and everyone has different tastes. I was leaning toward the Mashie for its lighter shaft (59g) to promote higher swing speeds/higher trajectory but I guess at my level I won't be able to take advantage of this so much. I'll start off by looking for a 23* hybrid to replace my 4i and go from there. I don't know enough about the TM line (Burner, R11, RBZ, etc) but does anyone know if a larger club head size (130 cc) for a hybrid or whether the size of the face plate (bigger sweet spot) would help higher handicappers?

Hi everyone, This is my first posting so I'm hoping to get some advice about buying hybrids/rescue clubs. About myself: I started playing 25 years ago but have become enthusiastic about the game after moving to New Zealand. As a result, I'm currently a high handicapper although I manage to get a few pars or birdies every time I play. My main challenge is hitting woods off the fairway in bad lies, rough, etc. Instead of using my 4 iron or 3 or 5 woods, my friend suggested I get a hybrid to get a comparable distance (like a wood) but easier to swing with its shorter club length (like an iron), especially for those bad lies. My tendency now is to hit a safe shot back on to the fairway. Club options: After reading a few Internet articles and visiting a few shops, I've got my eye on 2-3 hybrids. #1 option is Cleveland Mashie for its glide rail and lighter shaft. #2 is Ping Rapture V2/G10/G15/G20 or Callaway Razr X HL for their forgiveness/ease of getting a high trajectory. #3 TaylorMade Rocketballz because of the reviews and its white crown. I've also read great reviews about other hybrids (Adams, Cobra T-Rail, Mizuno JPX-800, Titlelist 910h, Diablo Edge, Nike, Nickent, Bobby Jones) but they are either hard to find, too expensive, not appropriate for high handicappers, look more like a wood than a fat iron, or I simply don't like the look of the crown/alignment aid at address. Question: Although I think I would be happy with any of the 3 options listed above (i.e., I just need to play more and have fun), my question is which degree loft (23 or 26/27) should I start off with (to help me with those bad lies)? A local salesperson recommended a 23 degree loft (considering the clubs that I already have) and then add clubs as needed. What do you think? David