Ray Gin Posted October 31, 2016 Share Posted October 31, 2016 Had a few shots of my mates new Mizuno JPX 900 forged irons and absolutely flushed them every time. Can't get them out my head now. I was thinking about getting a set of these custom fitted next year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted November 1, 2016 Share Posted November 1, 2016 I was thinking about getting a set of these custom fitted next year. They are absolutely gorgeous. They're not big and chunky, but enough real estate to promote confidence. Think the satin finish and lack of chrome helped with that too. They felt and sounded superb. I was hitting them further than my AP2's but that's probably because the lofts are stronger. That said they were still flying as high as I'd expect and they were still stopping. Tempted for a fitting with Scott Gourlay next year if the misses allows it. I'd imagine there are folk blending these with the tours in the lower irons or the hot metals in the higher ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Gin Posted November 1, 2016 Share Posted November 1, 2016 Moist Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Armageddon Posted November 2, 2016 Share Posted November 2, 2016 Anybody got these non-tapered grips??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victorian Posted November 3, 2016 Author Share Posted November 3, 2016 Anybody got these non-tapered grips??? No but they are a bit of a waste of time anyway. If you get your clubs gripped you can ask for the lower end of the grip to be extra taped to ensure a thicker grip for your right hand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 (edited) Definitely going to upgrade the irons and maybe the wedges, Xmas present from the Mrs. ?500 budget (including trade in of existing irons). Really like the look of the Cobra irons. Got a Fly Z hybrid and 3 wood and get on quite well with those. Edited November 3, 2016 by hmfc_liam06 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irufushi Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 Hopefully upgrade my irons next year, had mine 6 odd years, will stick with mizuno I think, possibly titliest. Just so expensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Gin Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 I see the pro at Kingsknowe does Mizuno custom fitting. Anyone used him before? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuel Camazzola Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 I see the pro at Kingsknowe does Mizuno custom fitting. Anyone used him before? If it's Kurt, then yes. He was pro at Lothianburn for years and is excellent. The Mizuno fitting process is simple but very effective. Their irons are superb and are an investment you'll not regret. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuel Camazzola Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 Definitely going to upgrade the irons and maybe the wedges, Xmas present from the Mrs. ?500 budget (including trade in of existing irons). Really like the look of the Cobra irons. Got a Fly Z hybrid and 3 wood and get on quite well with those. Where would you get a fitting for those if staying in Fife, Liam? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 Where would you get a fitting for those if staying in Fife, Liam? Either the pro at my club or there's Cluny or Wellsgreen. I'll likely go over to American Golf for the double trade in deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuel Camazzola Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 Either the pro at my club or there's Cluny or Wellsgreen. I'll likely go over to American Golf for the double trade in deal. Cool. Do you know if American Golf conduct a fitting process which covers all brands or if they adapt a process provided by each club maker? i.e Mizuno use a method they call "DNA" and have their own fitting software and technology. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Gin Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 (edited) If it's Kurt, then yes. He was pro at Lothianburn for years and is excellent. The Mizuno fitting process is simple but very effective. Their irons are superb and are an investment you'll not regret. His name is Chris Morris according to their website Edited November 3, 2016 by Ray Gin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuel Camazzola Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 They likely have several professionals up there but Kurt moved there about three years ago to be Head Pro. I can vouch for him if he is available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuel Camazzola Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 His name is Chris Morris according to their website Wasn't he also a full back for Celtic? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigsmak Posted November 3, 2016 Share Posted November 3, 2016 Had a few shots of my mates new Mizuno JPX 900 forged irons and absolutely flushed them every time. Can't get them out my head now. Oh i got some fitted.. they are great.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyprus Jambo Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 I see the pro at Kingsknowe does Mizuno custom fitting. Anyone used him before? If it's Kurt, then yes. He was pro at Lothianburn for years and is excellent. The Mizuno fitting process is simple but very effective. Their irons are superb and are an investment you'll not regret. Guys, is Kurt not in charge at Kings Acre, not Kingsknowe. He fitted me when at Lothianburn, can't fault the experience and did end up with Mizuno although I also tried others too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 For someone who's only ever bought clubs off the shelf, what is actually involved in a fitting? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disser Pointon Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 For someone who's only ever bought clubs off the shelf, what is actually involved in a fitting? If you're going to get fitted, Scott Gourlay at Craigmillar Park is your man. Most fitting sessions involve the use of trackman technology or the like to monitor your ball flight and strike pattern until you get the shaft and head combination that works best for you. In the majority of cases it won't cost you anything extra as long as you are buying a set at the end and I wouldn't buy a club now without fitting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuel Camazzola Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 Guys, is Kurt not in charge at Kings Acre, not Kingsknowe. He fitted me when at Lothianburn, can't fault the experience and did end up with Mizuno although I also tried others too. Apologies. My mistake, I had King's Acre in my head instead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 If you're going to get fitted, Scott Gourlay at Craigmillar Park is your man. Most fitting sessions involve the use of trackman technology or the like to monitor your ball flight and strike pattern until you get the shaft and head combination that works best for you. In the majority of cases it won't cost you anything extra as long as you are buying a set at the end and I wouldn't buy a club now without fitting. I'm guessing you need a decent sized budget for a fitting? I'd be looking at around ?400 for a new set of irons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disser Pointon Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 I'm guessing you need a decent sized budget for a fitting? I'd be looking at around ?400 for a new set of irons. Not necessarily, if you're honest about that at the outset I'm sure Scott would try to work within your budget. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 Not necessarily, if you're honest about that at the outset I'm sure Scott would try to work within your budget. Great cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irufushi Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 My mizuno fitting cost me nothing extra Liam, I believe most if not all would be the same. I even got two free mizuno wedges iirc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuel Camazzola Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 My mizuno fitting cost me nothing extra Liam, I believe most if not all would be the same. I even got two free mizuno wedges iirc. Very good deal. Mizuno irons can cost ?110 to ?150 a time depending on spec so that's a bonus. I like the look of the new blue wedges Donald is using. They will likely be getting tried out soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victorian Posted November 4, 2016 Author Share Posted November 4, 2016 . The most I ever paid for anything club wise was about ?300 for the Wilson Fat Shaft irons just after Paul Lawrie won The Open with them. Those were diabolical clubs too and well overpriced. God knows how he won with those. I generally buy everything as used for a bit of value. If I put serious money into golf gear I would need to play more to justify it and I can't be arsed. Probably down to about 20 rounds a year now and quite content with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irufushi Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 Very good deal. Mizuno irons can cost ?110 to ?150 a time depending on spec so that's a bonus. I like the look of the new blue wedges Donald is using. They will likely be getting tried out soon. This was years ago tbf, think I was around ?600 for the irons, 3-pw, mp-62's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 (edited) For someone who's only ever bought clubs off the shelf, what is actually involved in a fitting? Scott Gourlay fitting here. http://www.youtube.com/shared?ci=6CNESNrFRhM Edited November 4, 2016 by Sten Guns Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StSow Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 Scott Gourlay fitting here. http://www.youtube.com/shared?ci=6CNESNrFRhM Good clip that, Top class service from Scott and his team. He fitted me a little differently, I told him I wasn't that bothered knowing about the figures and numbers as it messes with my head and swing (the same reason I make sure I never see my swing from someone else's point of view). I also didn't want to know what he was fitting me with incase I was biased towards certain brands. Ended up with a set of Callaway apex tours and they are tremendous. Highly recomend Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray Gin Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 Good thing it's the end of the season otherwise I'd no doubt be ?600 down this weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 Good clip that, Top class service from Scott and his team. He fitted me a little differently, I told him I wasn't that bothered knowing about the figures and numbers as it messes with my head and swing (the same reason I make sure I never see my swing from someone else's point of view). I also didn't want to know what he was fitting me with incase I was biased towards certain brands. Ended up with a set of Callaway apex tours and they are tremendous. Highly recomend Never heard anything but heaps of praise for Scott. I'm definitely going to go to him when I get new irons. Anyone fancy a set of 716 AP2's only few months old and cheap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sten Guns Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 Longniddry was looking fantastic this morning considering it's November! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irufushi Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 Looks lovely, got a great picture of the 6th at Castle Stuart the other day, but dunno how to post pictures, ( I've tried several times ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted November 6, 2016 Share Posted November 6, 2016 Hadn't played for pretty much all of October, had 3 games over the last week it's and the woods have turned to absolute shit!! Connecting with the ground a good 4 inch before the ball and duffing it. 5 times today, not good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irufushi Posted November 6, 2016 Share Posted November 6, 2016 Sounds like you're losing a lot of height on your downswing to hit so far behind the ball. I mind watching brandon grace on that open programme sky had, it was about hitting the ball lower, by standing more upright and swinging easy. Might be worth a try to stop the duffs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StSow Posted November 6, 2016 Share Posted November 6, 2016 (edited) Hadn't played for pretty much all of October, had 3 games over the last week it's and the woods have turned to absolute shit!! Connecting with the ground a good 4 inch before the ball and duffing it. 5 times today, not good! Sounds like you're dipping into the ball a bit. Keep you're height Oops, too slow, Irufushi has it covered Edited November 6, 2016 by StSow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StSow Posted November 6, 2016 Share Posted November 6, 2016 Played this morning in Horrific conditions. Soaking wet, constant 30mph northerly wind and freezing cold. Had one of those comedy moments when my 8 iron flew out my hands and landed head first in the soft fairway. Thankfully I was past the section of the course with cliffs. Team finished 2nd so was worth the hassle and hypothermia. Now, a week away to gran canaria, without my clubs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted November 6, 2016 Share Posted November 6, 2016 Cheers for the tips, it's come out of nowhere. Not having the issues with any other clubs, just the driver and 3 wood really. Where were you playing StSow? I was playing Kinross and it was fine, cold like but dry and not overly windy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irufushi Posted November 6, 2016 Share Posted November 6, 2016 I've tried to find the clip. Was on the open zone. No luck though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted November 6, 2016 Share Posted November 6, 2016 I've tried to find the clip. Was on the open zone. No luck though. I'll take a look. Though I booked a lesson a few weeks back for the end of November so I'm sure if it's still an issue then it'll get rectified. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irufushi Posted November 6, 2016 Share Posted November 6, 2016 I'll take a look. Though I booked a lesson a few weeks back for the end of November so I'm sure if it's still an issue then it'll get rectified. http://www.skysports.com/watch/video/sports/golf/10499021/the-open-zone-branden-grace Found it. The tracer on his drive Not exactly the perfect solution for your problem, but it may help, absolutely brilliant technique. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StSow Posted November 6, 2016 Share Posted November 6, 2016 Cheers for the tips, it's come out of nowhere. Not having the issues with any other clubs, just the driver and 3 wood really. Where were you playing StSow? I was playing Kinross and it was fine, cold like but dry and not overly windy. Eyemouth mate, wind howling off the sea. Was the winter league so if we didn't bother playing we can basically say goodbye to our chances of winning overall. Infact, the only chance of us winning a week of the winter league is if the weathers horrendous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StSow Posted November 6, 2016 Share Posted November 6, 2016 http://www.skysports.com/watch/video/sports/golf/10499021/the-open-zone-branden-grace Found it. The tracer on his drive Not exactly the perfect solution for your problem, but it may help, absolutely brilliant technique. I was loving that too when I first seen it. I've adapted a "fairway finder" based on it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irufushi Posted November 7, 2016 Share Posted November 7, 2016 I was loving that too when I first seen it. I've adapted a "fairway finder" based on it It's a thing of beauty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted November 12, 2016 Share Posted November 12, 2016 Anyone a member of Newbattle? Looking for a round tomorrow and was wondering if they're using mats/winter greens? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Samuel Camazzola Posted November 13, 2016 Share Posted November 13, 2016 Anyone a member of Newbattle? Looking for a round tomorrow and was wondering if they're using mats/winter greens? This will be too late for your intended game today, but my mate advised that usual greens are on but he was unsure of the mat situation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted November 13, 2016 Share Posted November 13, 2016 This will be too late for your intended game today, but my mate advised that usual greens are on but he was unsure of the mat situation. Yeah we went to Murrayshall instead, booked the main course but it was winter greens when we turned up so we went on the Lynedoch course which was full greens. Not a course for everyone but I loved it. Carved into the hill and it's a helluva climb but some of the holes were spectacular. The new personal best 82 (+13) obviously helped matters! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuel Camazzola Posted November 13, 2016 Share Posted November 13, 2016 Yeah we went to Murrayshall instead, booked the main course but it was winter greens when we turned up so we went on the Lynedoch course which was full greens. Not a course for everyone but I loved it. Carved into the hill and it's a helluva climb but some of the holes were spectacular. The new personal best 82 (+13) obviously helped matters! I played The Lynedoch last year as part of the Bunkered offer and enjoyed it a lot. The elevated hole on the back 9 (possibly 15th) was a great hole. It's the one under 300 yards but the smart play is to lay up and pitch on rather than go for it due to the fairway being heavily tree-lined. I think links golf is on the cards for the rest of the season as inland courses will be touch and go condition wise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted November 13, 2016 Share Posted November 13, 2016 I played The Lynedoch last year as part of the Bunkered offer and enjoyed it a lot. The elevated hole on the back 9 (possibly 15th) was a great hole. It's the one under 300 yards but the smart play is to lay up and pitch on rather than go for it due to the fairway being heavily tree-lined. I think links golf is on the cards for the rest of the season as inland courses will be touch and go condition wise. It is the 15th yeah. I went hybrid and then a flick of a wedge as you say it's the smart play. Got a cracking picture of it, I'll try post it. It become a bog as the rain got heavier, I don't think it'll be all that playable over the winter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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