Iv recently put PXG Xcor2's in the bag after an amazing FREE 2 hour fitting experience at th Rudding Park. The results were amazing, longer, higher straighter (sounds like the Six million dollar man intro lol). The cost of this experience just £69 a club with PXG's Heros program. Nor was i upsold, i tried gens 5 and 6 but was fitted into the cheaper xcor2's because they simple worked better for me. When I went to pay I was greeted with " think about it overnight, make sure your happy with everything). I'm going again for fitting on probably Gen 5's ( currently on sale) to leave at my brothers in Spain instead of paying €75 euros for a rental set each time I go. I'm also doing my first ever putter fitting the same day. I have a number of putters based on the " that looks nice criteria". Then I'll round out with a proper woods fitting. I already game gen 5/6 woods but with random specs and length bought off ebay. Last 9 holes I played using random clubs with random specs was a depressing 54, my first 2 rounds with the xcor2's and leaving my wayward woods in the bag, teeing of with a 6 iron were 41 and a 44 in the rain. To say I'm hooked by a real quality fitting like PXG do is an understatement. Remember I picked these properly fitted clubs up for just £69 each with the hero's discount. But even at £99 currently on the website they are still less than half what these clubs your reviewing cost. The biggest suprise for me on the fitting day was that I am not as old, stiff and broken as I thought and require stiff shafts in my irons not the soft noodly senior shafts I believe I needed. I will never buy clubs in the future based on mmm they look nice, but will always be fitted. The difference is night and day. Other take away is there are some epic bargains away from the major brands. Peace out.
I recently picked up the hollow-bodied Dynacraft Prophet Muscle Blades from Hireko. A month or so in with them, and I am extremely thrilled. $300 for 5-PW and a bit of customization is really hard to beat.
Built a 7 iron as a demo. Loved it but lie angle was not bendable due to the particular steel and construction used, so I had to pass. I would need two degrees flat.
I recently got a used set of Gen3 PXG 0311XP's. Was never a big fan of the PXG looks, but saw these on the rack, gave them a try . . . and couldn't be happier. These are soft and crisp - if they can be both - but they are a joy to hit. I'm definitely a new PXG fan.
I have been playing the Sub 70 699 pros for going on 3 seasons now. Love them! Also the Sub 70's are more within my budget and I got fully fitted. Keep up the great work Chris, Cheers!
I love golf…I was a caddie for years, long enough to loop for some outstanding golfers and in different pro or semi pro type of leagues. I was probably 16 years old and was caddying for professional golfers in tournaments! Looking back on it, that was some of my favorite memories I have. I would’ve caddied for free if I was asked. I also played golf at a pretty competitive level during high school. In a way though, I feel like I played the game just so I could hopefully be a better caddy, which was correct to assume because it did help me. But now I’m almost 50 years old. And due to life and certain circumstances, I don’t even own any clubs anymore. It’s a huge loss for me, one that I doubt I’ll ever get past. The last time I played was at Camp Pendleton right before I was deployed to Iraq the first time. Since then, I’ve pretty much lost everything. Even if I could have clubs, I don’t know anyone that would play a round with me.. 🤷🏻♂️. It’s not something I think about constantly or anything. But I do miss playing and caddying especially. It’s just that once I got out of the Marine Corps, I lost any motivation to do anything that might make me happy. And no, I cannot explain it at all. But I seriously would love to caddying again! I just doubt they’d ever let somebody at my age to do it. They’d assume I want more money than other caddy’s. But the truth of it is that I would literally do it for free! I used to love it, then I loved it and started to actually be good at it! I’d even travel to a course just to caddy if someone asked me to. I just love being on the course and playing it “mentally” as the caddy. If anyone’s ever here in Michigan give me a shout! I’d love to caddy for someone again, whoever it is! And I’ve caddies at some of the best places in Michigan, which is saying a lot because we have some excellent golf here! Seriously though, I’d do anything to go back to those days caddying for someone.
I do love my P 790. But as it come to the purchase decision it comes down to budget , like of the brand and maybe the ambition to improve the game. There are surely some very good clubs available that are less expensive compared to the P 790. 😊😊😊
£189 per club! When I was a club pro, in the early 70's, 9 irons and 3 woods were averaging £200 a set. Ping brought out the Karsten 1's and they were £34 per iron and early graphite shafted drivers were £88! How times have changed, but, have average handicaps?
@@lethalb1247 My point was Karsten Solheim started the trend towards higher prices. Granted, the traditional British manufacturers are long gone. Everything is made in China or other low wage places.
i have two sets, and both are hollow bodies... Cobra Forged Tec and the Srixon ZX5 and i enjoy both... i like using the Cobras when i'm up north in softer surfaces like NY, NJ, CT, PA, etc... and i love the way the Vsole of the Srixons cut through the harder sand-based bermuda grasses in the south like we have in FL... i have been striking the ball very well and thinking about changing irons and maybe i will take a look at the PXG's... great vid...
The new Ping I530 seems very impressive, especially with the extra grooves to minimize those flyers and have a consistent ball, which any everyday golfer wants.
I have recently bought a set of Cobra Tec X irons and I love them. A hollow body construction with with a forged face. They don’t get mentioned much and there aren’t so many reviews but I think they’re worth a look
I bought some lightly used 2020 Forged Tec irons a couple of years ago for $580. Sold my Cobra F7 and Amp Forged irons which covered the cost of the Forged Tec irons.
Just replaced my Cobra F9 irons with a set of 101 Takomo irons. My Thursday league partner bought a set of 101 last year and I was impressed with the performance of the clubs. I play off 12 handicap and am very happy with the Takomo.
I have on Tuesday played my first round with my new 101s and I have to say what clubs and what an absolute bargain. My second best round this year out of 86 rounds played. Well happy with them
I play the New Level MODB1s, but am looking at getting a new set. Plan to get fitted and want to try the Titleist T200s, TaylorMade P790s and P770s, and Ping i530s. Currently play to an 11 HC index...but recently turned 69 and have started losing some distance 😞
I'm using the zx5 for the long irons and 7-PW zx7 and I absolutely love them, really good feel and precision,but these irons look stunning, would like to test them👍
I’m a Mizuno fan. Found the ST-X 220 Hybrids on sale for $88 US, in wrappers . I am stoked on their performance. Got the 6 & 5, 4 sold out. Liked them so much I got the 5W and it is amazing. That cost me $119 US. Saw the ST-Z 220 driver on sale for $169. That is in the bag now. Out performs my Ping G410 driver. Took the G410 3W & 3H out of the bag, for sale. The Mizuno’s are much better. My remaining irons are the old JPX Forged 900’s, not hollow. Like them just fine. Grooves are still good, so why change! I hit the Mizuno 245 7 iron at Edwin Watts and liked my 900 better for feel and sound. Not upgrading to them. Cost is just not worth it.
Ive been playing Mizuno MP20HMB for a few years great looking and performing sticks im keen to try Taylormade 790 or PXG but looks wise cant go past Mizuno
Almost bought that exact set to replace my s55s ....got lucky and found a set of i230s in my spec ....with only 3 rounds on them ....upgraded pured lz 120 6.0 shafts ....and got them for half what they cost new ....knowing your specs....can save you a ton of money .....but there Is nothing wrong with buying new......I did try the i525 but when I would catch them flush they would jump about 10 to 15 yards ...nothing terrible just not ad consistent as the i230....although at moment I am still gaming my s 55s .....
I’m struggling with my game right now so I’ve gone with the Ping i530’s. My swing speed is now slower but with the stronger lofts I’m not losing any distance. Forgiving too… ⛳️👍🏼😁
Try this review with just irons even on the par 4 & 5. It will show us a better view of these club. If your making par with irons on par 4 & 5 it would be a true test.
I have the PXG 0211 XCORE2 irons 5-LW and Trying to learn the short game with these hollow body irons is hard as the ball just JUMPS off the face making it hard to judge distances as distance control is all over the place.
Iv got the lynx prowler vt there small and unforgiving and iv lost a clubs distance to but look nice but im going back to a more traditional club next year
I find it strange that you and James are so dismissive of the Mizuno Pro 245.....IMO almost nobody buys sets of irons that include the 3,4 and sometimes the 5 iron.....
Play the ping I 500s hollow body forged face , traditional lofts , tried the p790 , 770s but the pings just felt better If changing now would go the way of pxg ( probably after testing everything else on the market 😁)
Iv recently put PXG Xcor2's in the bag after an amazing FREE 2 hour fitting experience at th Rudding Park. The results were amazing, longer, higher straighter (sounds like the Six million dollar man intro lol). The cost of this experience just £69 a club with PXG's Heros program. Nor was i upsold, i tried gens 5 and 6 but was fitted into the cheaper xcor2's because they simple worked better for me. When I went to pay I was greeted with " think about it overnight, make sure your happy with everything). I'm going again for fitting on probably Gen 5's ( currently on sale) to leave at my brothers in Spain instead of paying €75 euros for a rental set each time I go. I'm also doing my first ever putter fitting the same day. I have a number of putters based on the " that looks nice criteria". Then I'll round out with a proper woods fitting. I already game gen 5/6 woods but with random specs and length bought off ebay. Last 9 holes I played using random clubs with random specs was a depressing 54, my first 2 rounds with the xcor2's and leaving my wayward woods in the bag, teeing of with a 6 iron were 41 and a 44 in the rain. To say I'm hooked by a real quality fitting like PXG do is an understatement. Remember I picked these properly fitted clubs up for just £69 each with the hero's discount. But even at £99 currently on the website they are still less than half what these clubs your reviewing cost. The biggest suprise for me on the fitting day was that I am not as old, stiff and broken as I thought and require stiff shafts in my irons not the soft noodly senior shafts I believe I needed. I will never buy clubs in the future based on mmm they look nice, but will always be fitted. The difference is night and day. Other take away is there are some epic bargains away from the major brands. Peace out.
I recently picked up the hollow-bodied Dynacraft Prophet Muscle Blades from Hireko. A month or so in with them, and I am extremely thrilled. $300 for 5-PW and a bit of customization is really hard to beat.
Built a 7 iron as a demo. Loved it but lie angle was not bendable due to the particular steel and construction used, so I had to pass. I would need two degrees flat.
I recently got a used set of Gen3 PXG 0311XP's. Was never a big fan of the PXG looks, but saw these on the rack, gave them a try . . . and couldn't be happier. These are soft and crisp - if they can be both - but they are a joy to hit. I'm definitely a new PXG fan.
I have been playing the Sub 70 699 pros for going on 3 seasons now. Love them!
Also the Sub 70's are more within my budget and I got fully fitted.
Keep up the great work Chris, Cheers!
I love golf…I was a caddie for years, long enough to loop for some outstanding golfers and in different pro or semi pro type of leagues. I was probably 16 years old and was caddying for professional golfers in tournaments! Looking back on it, that was some of my favorite memories I have. I would’ve caddied for free if I was asked. I also played golf at a pretty competitive level during high school. In a way though, I feel like I played the game just so I could hopefully be a better caddy, which was correct to assume because it did help me.
But now I’m almost 50 years old. And due to life and certain circumstances, I don’t even own any clubs anymore. It’s a huge loss for me, one that I doubt I’ll ever get past. The last time I played was at Camp Pendleton right before I was deployed to Iraq the first time. Since then, I’ve pretty much lost everything. Even if I could have clubs, I don’t know anyone that would play a round with me.. 🤷🏻♂️. It’s not something I think about constantly or anything. But I do miss playing and caddying especially. It’s just that once I got out of the Marine Corps, I lost any motivation to do anything that might make me happy. And no, I cannot explain it at all.
But I seriously would love to caddying again! I just doubt they’d ever let somebody at my age to do it. They’d assume I want more money than other caddy’s. But the truth of it is that I would literally do it for free! I used to love it, then I loved it and started to actually be good at it! I’d even travel to a course just to caddy if someone asked me to. I just love being on the course and playing it “mentally” as the caddy.
If anyone’s ever here in Michigan give me a shout! I’d love to caddy for someone again, whoever it is! And I’ve caddies at some of the best places in Michigan, which is saying a lot because we have some excellent golf here! Seriously though, I’d do anything to go back to those days caddying for someone.
I've just got the PXG 0211 XCOR 1st hollow bodied irons I've had, and I love them.
I do love my P 790. But as it come to the purchase decision it comes down to budget , like of the brand and maybe the ambition to improve the game. There are surely some very good clubs available that are less expensive compared to the P 790. 😊😊😊
£189 per club! When I was a club pro, in the early 70's, 9 irons and 3 woods were averaging £200 a set. Ping brought out the Karsten 1's and they were £34 per iron and early graphite shafted drivers were £88! How times have changed, but, have average handicaps?
I mean. Inflation is a thing.
I’d say todays prices sound cheaper than back then if that’s factored in?
£88 in 1979 is like £420 today
@@lethalb1247the equipment didn’t improve so much as the marketing
True. But the cost is about the same.
@@lethalb1247 My point was Karsten Solheim started the trend towards higher prices. Granted, the traditional British manufacturers are long gone. Everything is made in China or other low wage places.
i have two sets, and both are hollow bodies... Cobra Forged Tec and the Srixon ZX5 and i enjoy both... i like using the Cobras when i'm up north in softer surfaces like NY, NJ, CT, PA, etc... and i love the way the Vsole of the Srixons cut through the harder sand-based bermuda grasses in the south like we have in FL... i have been striking the ball very well and thinking about changing irons and maybe i will take a look at the PXG's... great vid...
Just got rid of my 245’s for these after trying them. Feel is nearly 1 peace forged territory. Love them
I have the PXG Gen 5 0311XP. I love them.
The new Ping I530 seems very impressive, especially with the extra grooves to minimize those flyers and have a consistent ball, which any everyday golfer wants.
Thank you Chris, Dave needs a with these.
Those are some slow looking greens. They look similar length of our fairways.
I have recently bought a set of Cobra Tec X irons and I love them. A hollow body construction with with a forged face. They don’t get mentioned much and there aren’t so many reviews but I think they’re worth a look
I bought some lightly used 2020 Forged Tec irons a couple of years ago for $580. Sold my Cobra F7 and Amp Forged irons which covered the cost of the Forged Tec irons.
Weren't those geese in the same location for James' video yesterday? WTH?
They shoot multiples on the same day. They do have other jobs during the week, not just UA-cam.
i525 and love 'em. Played cavity back mizuno's for years, these Pings are so much more forgiving, especially on thin and toe strikes
Just replaced my Cobra F9 irons with a set of 101 Takomo irons. My Thursday league partner bought a set of 101 last year and I was impressed with the performance of the clubs. I play off 12 handicap and am very happy with the Takomo.
I have on Tuesday played my first round with my new 101s and I have to say what clubs and what an absolute bargain. My second best round this year out of 86 rounds played. Well happy with them
I use PXG Gen5 0311P irons. Love them.
I have the 317T in black, they are fantastic, absolutely fantastic
I play the New Level MODB1s, but am looking at getting a new set. Plan to get fitted and want to try the Titleist T200s, TaylorMade P790s and P770s, and Ping i530s. Currently play to an 11 HC index...but recently turned 69 and have started losing some distance 😞
I'm using the zx5 for the long irons and 7-PW zx7 and I absolutely love them, really good feel and precision,but these irons look stunning, would like to test them👍
I am using the Nike Vapor Fly Pro irons and I can’t see myself changing them anytime soon
I’m a Mizuno fan. Found the ST-X 220 Hybrids on sale for $88 US, in wrappers . I am stoked on their performance. Got the 6 & 5, 4 sold out. Liked them so much I got the 5W and it is amazing. That cost me $119 US. Saw the ST-Z 220 driver on sale for $169. That is in the bag now. Out performs my Ping G410 driver. Took the G410 3W & 3H out of the bag, for sale. The Mizuno’s are much better. My remaining irons are the old JPX Forged 900’s, not hollow. Like them just fine. Grooves are still good, so why change! I hit the Mizuno 245 7 iron at Edwin Watts and liked my 900 better for feel and sound. Not upgrading to them. Cost is just not worth it.
Just got Takomo 101's .. Only had one game with them but they feel excellent..
I love the 790 I don't think I've played with any other hallow body clubs besides the 790
Ive been playing Mizuno MP20HMB for a few years great looking and performing sticks im keen to try Taylormade 790 or PXG but looks wise cant go past Mizuno
P770. 2020 version
I'm using the 2019 p790 s I love em
P790 looks way better! Not even close. Also those copper ones make it not even a debate. I play them and love them !
Almost bought that exact set to replace my s55s ....got lucky and found a set of i230s in my spec ....with only 3 rounds on them ....upgraded pured lz 120 6.0 shafts ....and got them for half what they cost new ....knowing your specs....can save you a ton of money .....but there Is nothing wrong with buying new......I did try the i525 but when I would catch them flush they would jump about 10 to 15 yards ...nothing terrible just not ad consistent as the i230....although at moment I am still gaming my s 55s .....
Apex 21, love the feel and very forgiving.
I'm still using the apex pro 21, such an under rated set of hollow bodied irons especially if you prefer a sleeker profile behind the ball.
Im using 2020 Callaway mavrik pros. Love them, getting some nice wear marks on them now
King Cobra Forged Tec. Love them.
I’m struggling with my game right now so I’ve gone with the Ping i530’s. My swing speed is now slower but with the stronger lofts I’m not losing any distance. Forgiving too… ⛳️👍🏼😁
Try this review with just irons even on the par 4 & 5. It will show us a better view of these club. If your making par with irons on par 4 & 5 it would be a true test.
Yes Chris, please put them up against..........
I have the PXG 0211 XCORE2 irons 5-LW and Trying to learn the short game with these hollow body irons is hard as the ball just JUMPS off the face making it hard to judge distances as distance control is all over the place.
Ram fx77 are very similar and cheaper. I've been using them for 3 months and for the money I can't complain
Hollow body. For the regular golfer, is this the way to go? Have we reached the pinnacle for us mere mortals?
TourEdge C722 currently but going to upgrade to Tacoma 301 CB's ...
It's the price for a new set of irons that gets to me. I'd prefer Takomo, given the cost difference.
I totally got you confused with the Average Golfer UA-cam channel.
Ping G430’s,,,I love them,,,,very solid club,,,,USA Florida,,,an old Veteran 🏌🏻♂️🏌🏻♂️✈️🏌🏻♂️🇺🇸
If I close my eyes I’d swear this was James Robinson 😂
P760s .... absolutely best by far
Iv got the lynx prowler vt there small and unforgiving and iv lost a clubs distance to but look nice but im going back to a more traditional club next year
Nice clubs but you need a mortgage to buy them !! Ive just moved from 770 to zx7 wow what a difference !! Far superior !!
‘23 P790s
Love my Takomo 101's!
PXG 0311P Gen 6 Double Chrome, and they replaced 2023 Titleist T200s.
Play the PXG gen5 XP no complaints, great clubs
I find it strange that you and James are so dismissive of the Mizuno Pro 245.....IMO almost nobody buys sets of irons that include the 3,4 and sometimes the 5 iron.....
PXG Gen3 xp/p iron combo set.
Play the ping I 500s hollow body forged face , traditional lofts , tried the p790 , 770s but the pings just felt better
If changing now would go the way of pxg ( probably after testing everything else on the market 😁)
I'm using the Titleist T150 irons.
How about up against a Takomo comparison. Worth shelling ouch the extra K?
Cobra forged tech
Never had a hole in one club here also 🙋🏻♂️
Have you tried the Ping 530s ?
Maltby. Ever tried them?
Yes, are great feeling . You can build a set for under 1k or have them built for under 6 hundred. But there is a downside no trade in value .
@@brianday9216 thx for the feedback
I’m using Ping i530, I really like them!
I’m using p770 irons and can’t fault them
Costco baby
Instead of forging three time, how about getting better and forging just once!
Thank God. I thought this was gonna be the daily Tacomo shill.
I’m using p770 23
Sirixon ZX4's
Ping for me!
Takomo 101s
Obviously 😂🤪😂
Callaway paradym
pxg gen 3 p
It’s funny too each their own, but I think they are the ugliest clubs on the market
Ping 525
Okra cb s
They are ugly and overpriced