I've got C Taper X in my 64s to try something different. It doesnt sound like much but the X7 greatly improves control when fast swing speed players load and unload the shaft. Do these lines sound familiar? I found 3-pw x100 tour issued shafts on ebay for $249. At least then I'll know. If you have a dispersion problem attributable to flex, and your swing is somewhat/mostly in check, these could help tremendously. I just laugh at everyone who is scratch who think they are pretty good. Good luck! I'm more going off experience from club fitting hundreds of players, very rarely have I ever had a steel shaft change of a same/similar flex change spin by greater than 300 rpm of spin. Your email address will not be published. [quote name='J.W.' Length: Dynamic Gold X7 vs X100 Another major difference between these two shafts is the length. A player who struggles with getting the ball in the air should look towards a higher trajectory shaft, while a player who struggles hitting the ball too high should look for a lower trajectory shaft. [/quote] How about Project X LZ 5.5/6.0 vs. Nippon Pro Modus 3 Tour 120 S vs. KBS Tour 120 S? Been doing some research on the Tour Issue DG's and they are weight and frequency sorted. Mickesgolf The OP has been playing golf less than 2 years and made another thread about wanting to play S300 in short irons and X100 in long irons but now wants to jump into X7's a day later. GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, April 24, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, April 17, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, April 10, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, March 27, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, March 20, By You just cant help yourself when you hear such stupidity from people who havent fit hundreds of talented people. Overview. You just have no idea. Testing the KBS Tour C-Taper 130, Project X 7.0, True Temper Dynamic Gold X100, and True Temper Dynamic Gold X7 to see the differences in feel, timing, ball flight, spin rate, launch angle, and more! Currently have X7's in my apex pros but was recently thinking about giving the x100's a shot. I don't know where my swing speed is right now - I am no slouch, but I am pretty sure it isn't consistently over 115 either. Just hitting outside. Scratch ain't s***. I know PX's are supposed to launch higher, but I'm having trouble believing something at FCM 7.5 lauches THAT high. Unless you can honestly say that you launch X-100 too high and spin it too much, they won't be worth your money. I just laugh at everyone who is scratch who think they are pretty good. An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. No trackman or anything. Just do what everyone else does and tell me to "F" myself. To figure out whether or not the About the author! Dynamic Gold Tour Issue is the Gold Standard by which all other iron shafts are measured. I know PX's are supposed to launch higher, but I'm having trouble believing something at FCM 7.5 lauches THAT high. They were born out of the Black Gold series (TT first ever frequncy matched set) when players started asking TT if they could get a frequency matched set of DG's. Miura TC-201 Irons Review - Are They Forgiving? Honestly, I really liked the x7's. A friend of mine, who has PX 7.0 in his forged Callys, and I hit them against each other along with C Taper X. I tried them and absolutely loved them. It's built to provide a lower spin, ball flight, and higher speed. Dynamic Gold is weight sorted to +/- 2.0 gram tolerances. Woods : Callaway Razr TA, Titleist F3-05 Hybrid : Adams LSP XTD Irons : Fourteen TC910 3&4I, Nike VRProCombo 5-PW Wedges : Fourteen RM-11 54/60 Putter : Nike Method 003 Oven dlefty Founder of Pure Distance Golf and theDrive 400 Swing-Speed Program. [/quote] [quote name='J.W.' That's quite a bit for a steel shaft change but its not a dramatic difference at the end of the day. To players who fight to keep spin down, any gain might be considered way less. Chris Umbrian. If you are looking for a slightly lower launch trajectory and a bit more control over your shots, the X100 is a better fit. You dont need to do LD to swing these though. [quote name='MadGolfer76' timestamp='1355701735' post='6078121'] I'm the first to say it may be a swing fault first, but I wonder if equipment like the x7 would help support more consistancy and minimize the extra spin and higher than desirable launch I often get from my short irons. Thanks again! They both have a low launch angle which means that they are designed for distance. I found GD TI's for about $300 and x7's for $400 OBO, which probably means 350 at best. Copyright 2020 GolfWRX Holdings, LLC. Mizuno ST200G 9 / Aldila Synergy Black Proto 75-TX Validation at its finest. [quote name='J.W.' They were born out of the Black Gold series (TT first ever frequncy matched set) when players started asking TT if they could get a frequency matched set of DG's. Both are designed with the same step pattern (tapered) but the DG Tour has thicker steps and a larger butt section that X-100. I think the real question is how does the x7 stack up against PX 7.0. Cool video, but maybe do another with shafts regular mortals use. 2023 HomeTown Lenders Championship (Korn Ferry Tour) - Discussion and Links to photos, 2023 Zurich Classic - Discussion and Links to Photos, 2023 RBC Heritage - Discussion and links to Photos, 2023 Valero Texas Open - Discussion and links to photos, 2023 WGC Dell Technologies Match Play - Discussion and links to photos, 2023 JM Eagle LA Championship (April 27-30), 2023 Hanwha Lifeplus International Crown, May 4-7, T200/t100s combo with LAGP shat, tour issue cobra wedges, Cameron CX-01, and more, F/S Scotty Cameron Circle T headcover (SOLD). timestamp='1355704696' post='6078353'] Me and My Golf: Hole more putts by doing this! The OP has been playing golf less than 2 years and made another thread about wanting to play S300 in short irons and X100 in long irons but now wants to jump into X7's a day later. [/quote] Put simple: stiff. Good luck! Feel Better. Ok. For example, after recently switching to x100's, breaking par is only a couple of strokes away now. LACROSSE. This season I backed off in flex a little (not playing as much, and am as big as a house), but am working towards replacing all my shafts. Powerful, penetrating flight. I have a [i]little. The x100's did what I wanted them to do 9 times out of ten. [quote name='driverwedge' timestamp='1355716718' post='6079367'] The Dynamic Gold X7 is really only for scratch players and amateurs with 95+ MPH swing speeds. [/quote] [quote name='savoyspecial13' timestamp='1355701646' post='6078117'] Lee Janzen played them, that's how much it matters to really worry about iron shafts. Not true- if you read my posts, it is clear I'm not 'wanting' to play anything one day nor do I want to 'jump into' anything the next day. True Temper golf shafts are in the bags of more players on the PGA, Korn Ferry, Champions, European and Japan Tour than all other shaft brands combined. If you have a moderate to fast tempo and a swing speed at or above 95 MPH, you will likely love the control you get from this shaft. LEARN MORE. With the X7, you have many shorter options. Also, to answer Savoy's question about being able to still hit shots high and low- yep. Their results may vary from yours - context is key. Had them installed in Miura heads (5i - pw) @ $35/iron + $6 / tour velvet grip. savoyspecial13, December 16, 2012 in WRX Club Techs. Now on DGx100 tipped 1.5 play like X7.. resounding no. if people are paying that they need to shop around in this economy..can save alot of cash! This might be a longshot, but can anyone compare the X7 to Nippon NS Pro Prototype C10 shafts? No issues with that. Thx Also, to answer Savoy's question about being able to still hit shots high and low- yep. I'd love to try X7, but reality is telling me that my next set will have 7.0s. They are on par with the PX 7.0's in terms of firmness. You can find x200/x300 shafts on eBay for like 50-70 bucks per set. Guys. Thx. Thanks brother No, but I've fit hundreds of players and some very talented. If I had 4 bills lying around I would try them again. I found GD TI's for about $300 and x7's for $400 OBO, which probably means 350 at best. Irons : Fourteen TC910 3&4I, Nike VRProCombo 5-PW well assuming you get your old iron shafts pulled, from golfsmith it costs 19.99 + grip which is about 7 bucks, from golf galaxy it's 17 to install, about 4 to pull, 3 to put on a new grip, plus the 7 dollar grip. All rights reserved. No trackman or anything. The launch slightly lower than X-100 but definitely reduce spin. HXRDUS SMOKE BLUE RDX. What is WAY less? Feel wise, it's almost like going from S200 to S400, they feel stiffer but not a crazy amount. Unless you have a really late release, they won't make any difference although they may feel good (or not). To me, the X7 is another flex up. Going from Burner 2.0 stock 85 gram regular to X7, sure the difference in feel is so great that a player that needs something much stiffer will make manipulations in his swing. The Tour Golds are even more closely weight matched. Happy to help! Specific questions..I'll try and answer. The strength of this shaft is really outstanding. [/b] That may help paint a picture of how they work based on a known swing, tempo and player in general. In fact, the Dynamic Gold X7 is the heaviest shaft in the Dynamic Gold line, checking in at 133 grams. No trackman or anything. This is the most overlooked detail on why you cant stay with your swing and come over the top; follow this simple blueprint towards solid strikes and compressed draws! I've got C Taper X in my 64s to try something different. [/b] That may help paint a picture of how they work based on a known swing, tempo and player in general. Butt: .600". So, if you are not used to hitting with a 45 inch shaft, you may want to consider choosing a shorter option with the X7. GOLF.com and GOLF Magazine are published by EB GOLF MEDIA LLC, a division of 8AM GOLF. [/quote] Youd be surprised how often I get this question on social media. Putter : Nike Method 003 Oven. For long irons, the Dynamic Gold X100 will add distance to your shots. They're in my 62s right now. What do you game now out of curiosity? [b]Would you happen to know what names in the pro golf world play them? Dam, 4 bills? These would fit someone with a really hard transition, wants to lower their ball flight over the X100s, or just likes really stout shafts. Your other post you wanted S300 short irons and now wanna jump into X7? Another major difference between these two shafts is the length. Adam Scott, Miura collaborate on limited-edition AS-1 irons | First Look, FIRST LOOK: Miura CB-302 forged irons offer more forgiveness and stronger flight, Adam Scott spotted with a must-see Miura iron set at Players, Its a feat of engineering: How Bryson DeChambeaus Ping irons came to life | Wall-to-Wall Equipment, Are you good enough for forged irons? For the S300 golfer, you may see slight distance increases and a higher ball flight because of the difference in shaft flex. Taylormade Stealth Plus (9) - Tensei 1K Pro Orange 60, Taylormade Stealth Plus (15) - Tensei 1K Pro Orange 70, Taylormade Stealth Plus (19) - Tensei 1K Pro Orange 80. [/quote] We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. The launch slightly lower than X-100 but definitely reduce spin. [/quote] [/quote] Do the black gold shafts compare at all to the x7 and tour issue (weight sorted)? The Dynamic Gold X100 is ideal for wedges. Just quoting and paraphrasing a bit. Some with 190 ball speed with a driver go from S300 to X100 and the spin change was 300-400 rpm's and this is a guy that can't keep it under 3000 with a driver. GEAR UP // FOR THOSE OBSESSED WITH BEING THE BEST. I make sure that each article is accurate and deeply researched. The main difference is in the diameter of these shafts. Generally I like heavier offerings. The .610 diameter is really what makes a huge difference in performance. I mean almost no one on TOUR uses the X7 (except for Jason Day) or the PX 7.0 (except for Rory). [quote name='rybo' date='01 February 2010 - 10:55 AM' timestamp='1265039741' post='2218949'] They launch slightly lower than X100s but spin a bunch less. [quote name='CallawayLefty' timestamp='1355714457' post='6079137'] "The Dynamic Gold X100 is one of the Tour Issue shafts in the Dynamic Gold series." This is a tour-weighted steel shaft that gives better players the accuracy and distance they need. I appreciate your input. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. I have not read anything that says the Tour Issue DG's are frequency sorted, can anyone provide any proof of this? To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. Sounds like you're just having fun so if that's the case you may like them. Even our mid handicap testers had a bit of trouble loading the Dynamic Gold X100 for tight shot dispersion. [quote name='CallawayLefty' timestamp='1355714457' post='6079137'] Manage Settings [/quote] GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, April 24, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, April 17, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, April 10, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, March 27, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, March 20, By
