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The 905R is still 460cc - the maximum size allowed under the RoG, but the classic head shape masks this very well. It has a slightly flatter lie angle than most other drivers too - even those with adjustable hosels. The one thing I would say about the 905R though is that it tends to generate a bit of spin. It's not as low spinning as some current offerings from Titleist or any other OEM. It does perform well though for those that like it - a classic pairing with the UST V2 (to keep spin down coincidentally) for example is still a bomber and the feel is solid. A custom fit session on a launch monitor should reveal that some of the newer drivers will keep a decent launch angle with reduced spin compared to the 905R, but if you like how the old 905 series performs and the ballflight, then why swap? I would put the 905R in my all time top 5 drivers no question.

Oh lighten up. If anything, your response only affirms the trait which every forum sadly is awash with.

Maybe alternate the 5 7 9 one week and the the 6 8 W the next? See which scores the best. Good for you for getting back into golf btw - enjoy it :)

More often than not, TM use the "real deal" shafts with their own graphics - so the difference is zero. Even Titleist use more "real deal" shafts than not these days. Because this topic has been beaten to death over the last ten years, I'll attempt to summarise in brief: "Made for" shafts are intended to fit the largest possible potential target audience paired to the stock OEM club. It works pretty well. "Real deal" aftermarket shafts are intended to fit a smaller percentage of specific player requirements who fit into their playing characteristics. Money - and I know it's hard to grasp for most Americans - has absolutely nothing to do with performance.

It's easier to cut and copy each word and read them back one at a time. In. the. same. order.

Holy crap on a cracker. With responses like these, it's little wonder that there is so much confusion about shafts in general. I've never heard such a load of BS in all my 30+ years of building clubs. Unless of course you were being sarcastic - which is unlikely if you're from the US.

If you knew the torque figures, then what difference do you think it would make to your game? Sorry, that's a personal opinion. If you want to know the figures, then simply visit the respective websites of TM, Titleist and Mitsubishi Rayon and the specs are all laid bare for you to cast a critical eye over.

Forget the magic beans, it looks like Tinkerbell has waved her magic wand and given you a fairytale ending. What can I say? I'm happy for you. But if you're asking me to endorse your selection process or your startlingly naive customer logic, then that really would be fictional story.

At what point did you think to yourself "maybe getting fitted to a club I haven't hit yet over the phone isn't such a great idea"? And at what point do you think the shop is going to say "hey, you ordered the wrong shafts and we'll replace them with different ones free of charge, no problem"? If you can't see the obvious, then maybe you deserve what you get. Would you like to swap them for some magic beans?

Lots of options, but most folks take the easy not-so-smart option. That means walking into your nearest golf superstore and expecting them to give you a fitting based on what you need - the only trouble is, they tend to give you clubs based on what they have in stock and what they think they can push in terms of cash. That doesn't always make for a happy combination. Better option is to see a certified club fitter who can look at your swing, listen to your concerns, advise you based on your needs and budget and quite possibly save you a lot of time and effort in the long run. It's no secret that people play golf on golf courses - and on most golf courses you have professionals - and some of these professionals are very good at fitting clubs. So which option do you take? The quick and easy option, or the do a bit of homework, ask around, find out which pros are recommended, test demo clubs and hit real golf balls outside, which may be a bit further out than your local golf store - option? Hmm...that's a tough one.

Would anyone put them into play? Probably not. Japan does tend to produce a lot of status symbol golf equipment and these seem to be right up there with the tackiest. I dare say you could also buy a set of platinum nut crackers encrusted with diamonds, but at the end of the day they still serve the same purpose. As for their actual integrity as golf clubs? Well, there's an old saying: "you can't polish a turd, but you sure can sprinkle glitter on it"

Without going into the finer details of club fitting, it's worth considering that you can only compare apples to apples. That means one OEM "flat" lie angle can be different to another's - simply because the specs are different from their "standard". It's therefore better to compare the specific measured lie angle (and length) to make any judgement about what you need in an iron. Lie board testing can reveal a certain amount, but your attack angle into the ball has to be taken into account too - a flat lie angle can sometimes be mis-diagnosed for instance. Heel hitting is a classic sign of wrong length - you didn't make any mention of getting fitted for correct length?? If you are forced to alter your stance, then you have not been fitted properly. And lastly - look at the physical difference in irons. Your previous MP-32's are a classic blade set up with minimal offset - i25's have noticeably more offset and toe weighting to enhance forgiveness. A bit of a culture clash with what you are used to perhaps? i25's have Pings notorious low swing weight too. Next time, make sure you get fitted properly before dropping a wad of cash on a hunch - it's can save you money in the long run.

A superlative that sadly can't be applied to Jim Nantz though.

Hmm, yes. The Masters has always been a show littered with phoney traditionalism and contrived and "made up" heritage. Rather lacking in history when compared to the other majors (it's the youngest), they soon set about creating a bit of exclusivity by making limited fields appear to be the ultimate title to have. This is reflected by their historic TV coverage where the viewing was limited to maintain the aura of exclusivity. Butler cabins, green jackets, caddies in white, green paint, blue dye in water, frozen flowers....it all adds up to a major trying to make up for lost time by creating their own tradition. Personally, I like the tourney - but the schmaltz that goes with it...not so much. The handover of the green jacket at the end is probably the pinnacle of this faux-heritage. "Why Jim - I can hear them coming now..." Give us a break.

This is true. It's ANGC's tournament and they can do what they damn well like with it. In response to the OP, I don't think the Masters snub anyone - they simply lay down a criteria for qualification which seems the least tenuous of any of the others. But I also agree that the field could have a bit more depth - let the old winners play in the par 3 competition by all means, but I fail to see how letting the likes of Larry Mize contend in the tournament proper adds any weight to a limited field in the first place. That leaves about 60? Maybe 40 if we're honest? It's all about protecting the course if you ask me - but why change that either?

All of them? Each player in one form or another has exemption status to play at certain events.

Chad Cambell Michael Cambell Todd Hamlton Ben Curtis Padraig Harrington Tiger Woods (lol) Rich Beem Shaun Micheel Retief Goosen Justin Leonard Paul Lawrie David Duval Lee Janzen Geoff Ogilvy John Daly David Toms Davis Love III Thats about the same number of players who actually qualify who have no hope of winning anyway.

Els is not playing? He still has an exemption.

I think it was Ben Hogan who once said, "Every day you don't practice, you are one day further away from being good". Plenty more adages could apply to anyone looking for inspiration, motivation or plain reassurance. "Every day is a school day" is another pearl of wisdom. The point is, if you you exercise any one (or all 3 of you quoted options) on a regular basis, then you will get better in one way or another. This means fitness, experience or learning from your mistakes, course management, feel and touch and even swinging it better for those dedicated enough to put all they have learned into practice. And the more you practice, the luckier you get (another one? lol)

Tried it - didn't like it. I actually got to hit it outside for real - maybe you should too before making any decision.

I don't know what the big mystery is about. They're identical to MP-33's, just rebadged.

What you have there is an old Titleist persimmon driver. It's from their "micro balanced" range (hence the funny symbol). The "swing rite" only relates to the make of golf pride grip - again a classic of the era. Certainly not exceptional or rare, but still a good club in it's day. Probably dating from the early 70's.

Liking the newer look Tour Chrome better than the older version. Having said that, the Black Oxide finish looks pretty cool too. The Gold Nickel probably is my least favourite, but if I got one for free I'd rock it Trying out the 60 L grind tomorrow

Yardage books mostly. Sometimes I'll add my own notes to particular holes as well.

On second thoughts, just buy a club off the rack and be done with it. It's what everyone does anyway