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[ChipMonster]

View attachment 1654060I already did own the purple one but I’m waiting for few more

The bag is here and I love it! Did not know that the VAT and customs were included in the price so that was a very happy surprise

That looks so good and love the swag cover with it!

 

[btbmason]

Seeking opinions from those who golf a lot.

I have a set of Ping i3 O-Size irons that I picked up from my brother-in-law about 15 years ago. He’s 5’7”, I’m 6’0”, needless to say they don’t quite fit me. They're still in good shape, just too short.

Is it worth getting new shafts and grips on these clubs, or should I just get rid of them and get a new set?

I haven’t golfed in about 10 years. I live in a golf course community now which comes with a couple rounds per year and a membership, and a lot of the neighbors golf. I’m coming off of a torn rotator cuff and broken hand, so just now starting to get some range of motion back. I’m not going to move past casual golfer just due to not having the time or money, but I can’t comfortably play with the set as-is.

Any opinions appreciated, thanks!

 

[GamingWithChips]

Seeking opinions from those who golf a lot.

I have a set of Ping i3 O-Size irons that I picked up from my brother-in-law about 15 years ago. He’s 5’7”, I’m 6’0”, needless to say they don’t quite fit me. They're still in good shape, just too short.

Is it worth getting new shafts and grips on these clubs, or should I just get rid of them and get a new set?

I haven’t golfed in about 10 years. I live in a golf course community now which comes with a couple rounds per year and a membership, and a lot of the neighbors golf. I’m coming off of a torn rotator cuff and broken hand, so just now starting to get some range of motion back. I’m not going to move past casual golfer just due to not having the time or money, but I can’t comfortably play with the set as-is.

Any opinions appreciated, thanks!

I’m not sure how much those clubs are worth. But depending on condition I’d guess $100?

If that’s true, definitely not worth new shafts and grips unless you are attached to the clubs sentimentally lol

Are the clubs standard length? Have you been fit for golf clubs? Typically speaking the difference in shaft length for a “short” vs “tall” golfer only ranges +/- 0.5” from standard. So maybe they aren’t actually too short for you? I’m 5’11” and play standard length.

If they feel too short and you want to add 0.5” or so you can always get them extended with new grips which would be a lot cheaper than new shafts. Should only cost about $10-15 per club.

Lastly, if you don’t mind spending a little bit on clubs I would go the used route and look for a decent deal online. I wouldn’t buy used from big box stores as they usually way overprice those clubs.

Good luck on your future rounds!

 

[btbmason]

I’m not sure how much those clubs are worth. But depending on condition I’d guess $100?

If that’s true, definitely not worth new shafts and grips unless you are attached to the clubs sentimentally lol

Are the clubs standard length? Have you been fit for golf clubs? Typically speaking the difference in shaft length for a “short” vs “tall” golfer only ranges +/- 0.5” from standard. So maybe they aren’t actually too short for you? I’m 5’11” and play standard length.

If they feel too short and you want to add 0.5” or so you can always get them extended with new grips which would be a lot cheaper than new shafts. Should only cost about $10-15 per club.

Lastly, if you don’t mind spending a little bit on clubs I would go the used route and look for a decent deal online. I wouldn’t buy used from big box stores as they usually way overprice those clubs.

Good luck on your future rounds!

Fair point, I have not been fitted. They just don’t feel quite right, but I don’t have a recent comparison point either.

$100 is probably about right for the value of the irons. I guess the point of contention would be the cost to put new shafts/grips on something that should still “work” for a novice vs cost of buying a new (to me) set.

Honestly I think my preference would be to start over, but some of the prices flying around for sets are a bit shocking, and I’m a realist in terms of how little use I’ll probably get from either type of set.

Technology also changes a lot in 15 years, so I’m not sure if the older set is worth “saving” from that point as well.

Thank you for the feedback!

 

[GamingWithChips]

Fair point, I have not been fitted. They just don’t feel quite right, but I don’t have a recent comparison point either.

$100 is probably about right for the value of the irons. I guess the point of contention would be the cost to put new shafts/grips on something that should still “work” for a novice vs cost of buying a new (to me) set.

Honestly I think my preference would be to start over, but some of the prices flying around for sets are a bit shocking, and I’m a realist in terms of how little use I’ll probably get from either type of set.

Technology also changes a lot in 15 years, so I’m not sure if the older set is worth “saving” from that point as well.

Thank you for the feedback!

Honestly for irons, technology hasn't changed that much (***big asterisk here lol) but the point is irons can and do last people 10+ years easily. I played TaylorMade burners from 2001 up until 2 years ago and they are still amazing clubs! I only upgraded as I wanted new irons, fit to me. But I played with those irons just fine at a 9ish handicap at the time.

Clubs are expensive, so I would still look for a decent deal online, but if nothing pops up you can probably get away with spending ~$100 on extensions and new grips. But, if you don't want to invest that much into them and your only other option is throwing them out, I would upgrade like 2 clubs to see how they feel when extensions and new grips (9i and 6i). Then you can play with only those two irons and decide if you should upgrade further depending on how much golf you play and what need you might have for more than just 2 irons.

When I play 9 hole rounds I only use 6 clubs (Driver, Hybrid, 6i, 9i, SW, Putter), so I say it's worth the small investment to get them up and running and then you can always ditch them and upgrade further if needed/wanted.

 

[ChipMonster]

Seeking opinions from those who golf a lot.

I have a set of Ping i3 O-Size irons that I picked up from my brother-in-law about 15 years ago. He’s 5’7”, I’m 6’0”, needless to say they don’t quite fit me. They're still in good shape, just too short.

Is it worth getting new shafts and grips on these clubs, or should I just get rid of them and get a new set?

I haven’t golfed in about 10 years. I live in a golf course community now which comes with a couple rounds per year and a membership, and a lot of the neighbors golf. I’m coming off of a torn rotator cuff and broken hand, so just now starting to get some range of motion back. I’m not going to move past casual golfer just due to not having the time or money, but I can’t comfortably play with the set as-is.

Any opinions appreciated, thanks!

I think you’ll be impressed by how much game improvement clubs have improved for higher handicappers (assuming you are given you haven’t played in 10 years). They have a much larger sweet spot and much more forgiving on mishits. Probably not a whole lot different for lower handicappers but a newer set of clubs will absolutely make the game more enjoyable to you. It’s worth getting fitted just to see where you’re at but you could reasonably watch used listings on fb or eBay to get any standard set made within last 5 years and get a huge upgrade from what you have now. I wouldn’t put any money into your current set. You know you don’t like them because they feel off and you need confidence in your clubs when standing over the ball. Any money you put into them will be more than they’re likely worth.

 

[TX_Golf_N_Poker]

Fair point, I have not been fitted. They just don’t feel quite right, but I don’t have a recent comparison point either.

$100 is probably about right for the value of the irons. I guess the point of contention would be the cost to put new shafts/grips on something that should still “work” for a novice vs cost of buying a new (to me) set.

Honestly I think my preference would be to start over, but some of the prices flying around for sets are a bit shocking, and I’m a realist in terms of how little use I’ll probably get from either type of set.

Technology also changes a lot in 15 years, so I’m not sure if the older set is worth “saving” from that point as well.

Thank you for the feedback!

If you are cost conscious, and reasonably handy, learn to do your own reshafting and regripping. Not that hard, and no expensive tools or supplies required. (razor blade, propane or butane torch, club epoxy, mineral spirits, grip tape, etc) Bench vice or workmate table is also helpful.

 

[croatan]

I think you’ll be impressed by how much game improvement clubs have improved for higher handicappers (assuming you are given you haven’t played in 10 years). They have a much larger sweet spot and much more forgiving on mishits. Probably not a whole lot different for lower handicappers but a newer set of clubs will absolutely make the game more enjoyable to you. It’s worth getting fitted just to see where you’re at but you could reasonably watch used listings on fb or eBay to get any standard set made within last 5 years and get a huge upgrade from what you have now. I wouldn’t put any money into your current set. You know you don’t like them because they feel off and you need confidence in your clubs when standing over the ball. Any money you put into them will be more than they’re likely worth.

True that. I had no intention of upgrading my decade old PXGs--because they're fine--until I left my 5 iron behind at my club and then went to play with some buddies somewhere else, had to borrow one of their new Mizunos for a few shots, and now I'm going to be getting new irons.

 

[GamingWithChips]

had to borrow one of their new Mizunos for a few shots, and now I'm going to be getting new irons.

#TeamMizuno

 

[ChipMonster]

True that. I had no intention of upgrading my decade old PXGs--because they're fine--until I left my 5 iron behind at my club and then went to play with some buddies somewhere else, had to borrow one of their new Mizunos for a few shots, and now I'm going to be getting new irons.

I just bought some Mizuno 241s end of last season on blowout sale. Love them

 

[TX_Golf_N_Poker]

True that. I had no intention of upgrading my decade old PXGs--because they're fine--until I left my 5 iron behind at my club and then went to play with some buddies somewhere else, had to borrow one of their new Mizunos for a few shots, and now I'm going to be getting new irons.

Which Mizunos? I had a 20 yr old set of forged, cavity back, player's distance clubs that I thought were pretty nice. But reading about new technology as I was prepping to retire and start playing multiple times per week, I resolved to get something newer. Ended up with the JPX 925s. Like night and day. Longer, straighter and I hit them way more consistently. Old clubs I would occasionally hit the 5 iron 175, but lots of mishits. JPXs? Consistent 185 and 195 when I put a really good swing on it. Yes, I know they are lofted higher, so have the loft of my old 4 iron. But I rarely hit that thing well. These are almost automatic if I make solid contact. It's so nice to be outside of 150/160 and still feel confident that I can put the ball on or close to the green.

I just bought some Mizuno 241s end of last season on blowout sale. Love them

Always dreamed to one day own a set of beautiful forged Mizunos. But alas, at my age that day has passed me by. I did buy a lovely Pro T-1 56 degree and a Pro T-3 52 degree pair of wedges. Outstanding clubs.

 

[GamingWithChips]

Old clubs I would occasionally hit the 5 iron 175, but lots of mishits. JPXs? Consistent 185 and 195 when I put a really good swing on it. Yes, I know they are lofted higher, so have the loft of my old 4 iron.

My comment early was mostly related to this about technology. Definitely more forgiving, but also definitely loft jacked.

Ultimately though, if you are getting good distance with proper height (usually around 100 feet) and good spin numbers then the loft doesn’t matter.

My gripe is with companies selling clubs every year that are “longer than ever” with 1 deg less loft…

 

[ChipMonster]

Always dreamed to one day own a set of beautiful forged Mizunos. But alas, at my age that day has passed me by. I did buy a lovely Pro T-1 56 degree and a Pro T-3 52 degree pair of wedges. Outstanding clubs.

They’re gorgeous and feel like butter when you pure them. Still getting used to them, but that’s part of the fun.

I gamed old Hogans for about 20 years and honestly regret selling them. I went to AI Smokes after and was surprised how easy they were to hit, but it felt like I lost all feel and shot shaping. Distance control was the biggest issue. Same swing, same contact, and one goes 20 yards long.

That’s what pushed me toward something forged.

I did keep the AI Smokes as a backup set, but I also added the Mizuno Fli-Hi long irons to keep the feel consistent through the top of the bag.

 

[croatan]

Which Mizunos? I had a 20 yr old set of forged, cavity back, player's distance clubs that I thought were pretty nice. But reading about new technology as I was prepping to retire and start playing multiple times per week, I resolved to get something newer. Ended up with the JPX 925s. Like night and day. Longer, straighter and I hit them way more consistently. Old clubs I would occasionally hit the 5 iron 175, but lots of mishits. JPXs? Consistent 185 and 195 when I put a really good swing on it. Yes, I know they are lofted higher, so have the loft of my old 4 iron. But I rarely hit that thing well. These are almost automatic if I make solid contact. It's so nice to be outside of 150/160 and still feel confident that I can put the ball on or close to the green.

They were JPXs, but I don't think they were the newest ones. And yeah, there was a night and day feeling difference there!

 

[TX_Golf_N_Poker]

My comment early was mostly related to this about technology. Definitely more forgiving, but also definitely loft jacked.

Ultimately though, if you are getting good distance with proper height (usually around 100 feet) and good spin numbers then the loft doesn’t matter.

My gripe is with companies selling clubs every year that are “longer than ever” with 1 deg less loft…

Have you actually hit some of the newer GI clubs? It's kinda hard to explain, but there's a lot more going on than just jacking the loft. The clubs still hit, fly and land like you'd expect. Let's say I'm comparing my old 7i to my new one. Even though the loft is much stronger. (5-6 deg, not just a couple) Old 7i, I'm lucky to get 150 yds. Flies high and lands soft. New 7i flies just as high, maybe higher, and angle of descent is actually better. (when I compared on a Trackman at PGA Superstore) And when you get up to the 6 and 5, no comparison. Better in every regard, much easier to hit, and still goes high, long and lands soft. So my 7i has the distance of like a 6.5, but hits like an 8. Win/win.

 

[GamingWithChips]

Have you actually hit some of the newer GI clubs? It's kinda hard to explain, but there's a lot more going on than just jacking the loft. The clubs still hit, fly and land like you'd expect. Let's say I'm comparing my old 7i to my new one. Even though the loft is much stronger. (5-6 deg, not just a couple) Old 7i, I'm lucky to get 150 yds. Flies high and lands soft. New 7i flies just as high, maybe higher, and angle of descent is actually better. (when I compared on a Trackman at PGA Superstore) And when you get up to the 6 and 5, no comparison. Better in every regard, much easier to hit, and still goes high, long and lands soft. So my 7i has the distance of like a 6.5, but hits like an 8. Win/win.

I haven't personally, but I do love watching golf equipment videos. And you are right, it's not simply less loft, there is definitely a lot more technology in 2026 irons vs 2000 irons lol. They do work small miracles, and wait until you get a 7W/9W

In my original comment to btbmason I was trying to provide some advice and assist based on him saying he didn't have a lot of time/money to be spent on it, so I was trying to downplay buying a new/expensive used set of irons. I'm also a big believer in it being "not the gear, but the player".

When I upgraded from my Burners to the Mizuno 245s I saw a lot of great differences in my ball flight. Mostly better distance/height and stopping power as you mentioned. And I think the burners were technically GI from the early 2000's whereas my new clubs are players distance irons. This year I want to try out one of the T-series wedges to see if it can do better than my set PW as well.

 

[Gunnar]

In my opinion there are three types of irons

Those who punish bad shots (older blades, older CB’s and some newer blades.

Those who tolerate bad shots (newer tech blades, newer CB’s and older players improvement irons)

And those who forgive bad shots (newer players improvement irons)

The best ball strikers might want to play the first category but really there is little gain. Good ball strikers with occasional miss hits should be in the middle. And those how miss hit more often than not should be in newer improvement clubs.

But the numbers on the clubs don’t matter, the distance with your “7” iron don’t matter. Gapping matters, lofts and tech make some irons hit it further than before and that is okey as long as you control your gaps. Hitting a 160 7 iron is quite troublesome If your 8 iron is 135 and 6 iron 165 for example.


The tech has changed a lot in recent years and that is mainly due to bigger sweetspots and tungsten spread around the club sole for easier strikes. I could argue that a modern CB is just as “forgiving” as a 10 year old improvement irons.

 

[TX_Golf_N_Poker]

The new Mizuno wedges are FIRE! I went to a Mizuno demo/fitting (I had to have an appointment) and hit them all. The rep recommended the T-3s but the 52 and 56 both had the same bounce, which didn't thrill me. Also the T-3s have less options for grind variations. I agreed with the T-3 for my 52 which I mostly use for 3/4 to full swings. But I wanted a little higher bounce (12 v 10) and a bit more aggressive grind profile in my sand wedge. I purchased the T-3 52/10/S and the T-1 56/12/P.

 

[pokercole]

Ive been using mizuno irons almost 20 years now and will never change. Best set of irons you could ever ask for. Their fittings are also super well done

 

[Gunnar]

Covers are here

 

[Gunnar]

So as an experiment I changed all my grips from midsize to jumbo solely to try to eliminate my left miss. First training session had amazing result. Interesting to see if I can follow this up or if the weekend will be a wake up call

 

[TX_Golf_N_Poker]

Look, I understand that the metric system is awesome for measuring and all. But not for golf. The game was invented in the UK, and distances should be universally spoken of in yards only. I'll die on this hill.

 

[Syzygyy]

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Man I need to do some speed training… like, I cranked a few into a SIM last night and furthest carry was like 256 yards. Admittedly the flimsy stock tees they give you are not optimal height, and after roll out (especially in summer) that’s pushing 300 yards total, but still! Honestly not sure how I’d get another 20-30 yards carry as getting a pretty centred strike but it’d massively change a few par 5s if I could.

Massive respect to get those numbers

 

[Gunnar]

Look, I understand that the metric system is awesome for measuring and all. But not for golf. The game was invented in the UK, and distances should be universally spoken of in yards only. I'll die on this hill.

How many yards is that hill?

TBH I wish there was a unified system, even as it is usually enough to use the 10% rule it is harder to play courses where all your distance numbers don’t match the scorecard.

 

[Gunnar]

Man I need to do some speed training… like, I cranked a few into a SIM last night and furthest carry was like 256 yards. Admittedly the flimsy stock tees they give you are not optimal height, and after roll out (especially in summer) that’s pushing 300 yards total, but still! Honestly not sure how I’d get another 20-30 yards carry as getting a pretty centred strike but it’d massively change a few par 5s if I could.

Massive respect to get those numbers

Well to reach scratch hcp they say that 260-280 yards total is enough. I did some speed training to start but then the rest just came and the grip change seems to have added few extra and that was a pleasant surprise but not the goal.

Main thing is the angle of attack and smash factor. If that is consistent you are golden

 

[TX_Golf_N_Poker]

How many yards is that hill?

TBH I wish there was a unified system, even as it is usually enough to use the 10% rule it is harder to play courses where all your distance numbers don’t match the scorecard.

Agreed. There are many sports even in America that exclusively use the metric system worldwide. Track and Field, Swimming, Cycling, weight lifting, and a few others. We've adjusted to those. No reason why Euros and a few other countries can't adjust to using yards for golf. And it's not just America and the UK that use yards. Japan and South Korea do, and they are considered the second and third largest golf markets after the US. Also most of the rest of SE Asia, most of South America, and Canada and Mexico.

 

[Gunnar]

Agreed. There are many sports even in America that exclusively use the metric system worldwide. Track and Field, Swimming, Cycling, weight lifting, and a few others. We've adjusted to those. No reason why Euros and a few other countries can't adjust to using yards for golf. And it's not just America and the UK that use yards. Japan and South Korea do, and they are considered the second and third largest golf markets after the US. Also most of the rest of SE Asia, most of South America, and Canada and Mexico.

I have no problems with yards but feets fuck me up

 

[GamingWithChips]

I have no problems with yards but feets fuck me up

I’m only used to inches/feet/yards because it’s so ingrained in Canada, but I would love everything to use the metric system, it just makes too much sense.

But as TX golf and poker said, I’d be ok with only golf using Yards as I’m used to it and for most people a long “stride” is about a yard, so it’s a convenient way to measure the golf course, especially for putting

 

[ktran]

Made a DIY shaft extractor! Used with a vise for graphite shafts!

 

[Sparty]

Check me out at the 24:49 mark of the video (standing just to the right of Bones)!
When he said that a right-hander probably couldn't pull that shot off, I should have said, "Hold my beer and watch this!" ...I've hit plenty of slices that big in my life.