I've seen literally hundreds of times, steel shafts just flat out don't change the numbers that much. Scratch ain't s***. I'm off to hit scratch!.yes, in less than 2 years! Same results for both of us- 7.0 highest. As for paying $400 for a set because they weight sorted them, most good clubfitters will have an adequate stock of X-100 shafts to allow you to get the tighter tolerances. This is where I post all of the interesting things that I have learned about the game. [/i] I have gamed the x100's in the past and have hit a set of irons with the X7's in them. Your email address will not be published. [/b] That may help paint a picture of how they work based on a known swing, tempo and player in general. I've got C Taper X in my 64s to try something different. [/quote] Any feedback and/or reviews of the x7's in general would be great! 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. DG X7 vs DG TI x100 - WRX Club Techs - Forums - GolfWRX Paste as plain text instead, Try everything and see what fits you. Do the black gold shafts compare at all to the x7 and tour issue (weight sorted)? I know perfectly well that the shaft doesn't lower spin as much as people would like to think or hope. As long as I'm still improving, it should continue to be fun. Had them and really liked them and like an idiot, got rid of them. Honestly, I really liked the x7's. KBS Tour VS Project X VS Dynamic Gold | Iron Shafts - YouTube Tipping an x-100 like that, screws up the dynamics of the shaft. 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. True Temper Dynamic Gold X Seven By Russ Ryden, A Golf Digest America's 100 Best Clubfitter Fit2Score, Dallas Fort Worth, Texas What new product can a company offer to strong golfers when they already have two of the most popular shafts in play on the PGA tour, the Dynamic Gold X100 and the Project X? The True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue shafts are available in two flexes and one weight category. They are on par with the PX 7.0's in terms of firmness. I'd love to try X7, but reality is telling me that my next set will have 7.0s. You are looking at less than a 1CPM increase. The strength of this shaft is really outstanding. Trajectory is the flight of the ball and the peak height that the ball reaches. Dynamic Gold X7 Golf Shafts| True Temper Golf I hope True Temper is spining the shafts before they apply the silk screen. I also didnt realize how expensive they were. [/quote] [/quote] Clear editor. I'm glad to hear you like the x7's and you have something you found that works for your game! Titleist 917 D3 8.5* (C1), GD Tour AD IZ 7tx
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Ping Glide Stealth 50ss, 54ss, 60es. Happy to help! Honestly, I really liked the x7's. With tighter tolerances, Tour Issue is offered in just S400 (132 grams) and X100 (130 grams) flexes. It really doesn't matter. The Dynamic Gold S300 vs. X100 is a decision that many golfers will face. 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. All of them 170+ with the driver and the difference betweem S300 to X100 is small, unbelievably so. I hope I can get dialed in soon! This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. I think the real question is how does the x7 stack up against PX 7.0. link to Are Kirkland Golf Wedges Discontinued. What do you game now out of curiosity? I still do. Honma Bezeal 535 Irons Review Are They Good for High Handicappers & Diamana DF Shaft Review Specs, Flex, Weight, Diamana BF Shaft Review Specs, Flex, Weight, Diamana PD Shaft Review Specs, Flex, Weight, Project X HZRDUS Smoke Blue RDX Shaft Review Specs, Flex, Weight, Aerotech Steelfiber i95 Shaft Review Specs, Flex, Weight. I have not read anything that says the Tour Issue DG's are frequency sorted, can anyone provide any proof of this? You can differentiate the two models by their shaft bands and weight tolerances. Same results for both of us- 7.0 highest. The S400 shaft model weighs approximately 132-grams and is stiff flex. The main difference is in the diameter of these shafts. Skip to the beginning of the images gallery. Wow. They do not play as stiff as they are. [quote name='sbguard9' date='01 February 2010 - 04:49 AM' timestamp='1265021399' post='2218550'] They aren't for everyone. You've fit hundreds of players into x7's? In fact, the Dynamic Gold X7 is the heaviest shaft in the Dynamic Gold line, checking in at 133 grams. [/quote] Currently have X7's in my apex pros but was recently thinking about giving the x100's a shot. Dynamic Gold has black screening on the tip section of the shafts saying something to the effect of "True Temper Made in USA". Irons : Fourteen TC910 3&4I, Nike VRProCombo 5-PW What Handicap Range Are They for? They were noticeably firm, and launched low, but overall the feel was really nice and the performance was manageable. [quote name='stage1350' timestamp='1355698199' post='6077849'] No issues with that. Compared to. Also, to answer Savoy's question about being able to still hit shots high and low- yep. Mizuno St-Z 220 9.5/PX Hzrdus Smoke Blue Rdx 6.5. I have a [i]little. Wow, so the X7's are 400, plus about 25 a club to get installed with a grip X 8 clubs = $600. [quote name='MadGolfer76' timestamp='1355714317' post='6079127'] [/quote] In other words, with a longer shaft, like the X100, you will be able to hit longer shots, but they will likely be less consistent or accurate. Tipping X-100 1/4" is not worth your time. Lee Janzen played them, that's how much it matters to really worry about iron shafts. Tip an X100 by 1.5 inches and you've got yourself a very stiff shaft. But if you have a fast swing speed and at least a moderate tempo, you will love the distance and accuracy of this shaft. TC Callaway XHot 3DEEP 13 / Graphite Design DI-10 TX, TC Callaway X2Hot 5DEEP 18.5 bent to 17 / Fujikura Ventus Black 10x, Callaway X-Forged UT 21 / Fujikura Ventus Black 10-TX, Callaway X-Forged UT 25 / Nippon Super Peening Blue X hs1x, Raw Mizuno MP-32 6-PW / Nippon Super Peening Blue X hs1x, Titleist Vokey SM8 Black 50.08F /Nippon Super Peening Blue X Stage-stepped timestamp='1355712569' post='6078973'] [/quote] For most articles, I utilize the resources given by the USGA and R&A. The launch slightly lower than X-100 but definitely reduce spin. timestamp='1355712569' post='6078973'] You just cant help yourself when you hear such stupidity from people who havent fit hundreds of talented people. The move to X7 for me was based on the fact that I was ballooning X-100. Dynamic Gold X100 Review - Specs, Flex, Weight [/quote] You can find x200/x300 shafts on eBay for like 50-70 bucks per set. Also, to answer Savoy's question about being able to still hit shots high and low- yep. No, but I've fit hundreds of players and some very talented. [/quote] XXIO X Series 5 Wood! No trackman or anything. I make sure that each article is accurate and deeply researched. Their results may vary from yours - context is key. I have to track down some x7's now to try. Dam, 4 bills? Scratch is like 10 times further away from a tour player than a 30 capper is from scratch. x7 would be suited for a person? Thx The Dynamic Gold 120 shaft delivers the tour-caliber accuracy of Dynamic Gold in a lighter weight steel shaft. Thank you! I play the X7's but would not dream of playing x100 tipped 1.5 inches. The most successful shaft in the history of golf, Dynamic Gold is a tour-weighted shaft that is designed for players seeking a penetrating ball flight with optimum control and accuracy. Yeah, it's fun to meinteresting to me. For the past five years I've played the Dynamic Gold x100 and just ordered a new set of iron. [quote name='driverwedge' timestamp='1355711483' post='6078861'] [/quote] Read More. I have a [i]little. These would fit someone with a really hard transition, wants to lower their ball flight over the X100s, or just likes really stout shafts. :wacko: :lol: are you saying that the X7s are not as stiff as the X100 s tipped 1.5 inches or vice versa? The Dynamic Gold X100 is a famous golf shaft for PGA Tour players. TOUR DOMINATION. Stage and DriverWedge have experience with both. timestamp='1355712569' post='6078973'] What is WAY less? [quote name='stage1350' timestamp='1355698199' post='6077849'] You will feel much better. LEARN MORE. What is WAY less? A player with a quicker backswing and more aggressive transition will have a faster tempo, while a player with a slower backswing and smoother transition will have a more deliberate tempo. You are looking at less than a 1CPM increase. I think the real question is how does the x7 stack up against PX 7.0. I just rang my buddy who does long drive and I didn't realize he has x7's in his Naks. For me, they helped me remove the equipment variable and instead work on my swing flaws. 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? They're super stable and if you're able to work the ball anyway, you shouldn't have any problems. Wow. Any idea how the Dynamic Gold Tour Issue is different than the Standard Dynamic Gold? DGTour vs DG if you go by the website there does not appear to be much of a difference other then they are sorted better and thus held to better specifications. For long irons, the Dynamic Gold X100 will add distance to your shots. [quote name='MadGolfer76' timestamp='1355718783' post='6079509'] [quote name='chiva' timestamp='1355728871' post='6079885'] All fine shafts. I love learning about different rules and equipment surrounding the world of golf. Woods : Callaway Razr TA, Titleist F3-05 You can post now and register later. I think you may have misinterpreted the threads as such and you yourself have 'jumped into' a critical conclusion. If I had 4 bills lying around I would try them again. [b]Would you happen to know what names in the pro golf world play them? FIND A . 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 What is WAY less? 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. I am a very average golfer, but love to learn about the rules, equipment, and stories of golf. Scratch ain't s***. X7 has the exact same step pattern, but the steps are much thicker, allowing for increased butt stiffness to go along with the stiff tip that has been the hallmark of the Dynamic series of shafts. You can find x200/x300 shafts on eBay for like 50-70 bucks per set. Otherwise, save your money. [quote name='J.W.' Also, lower on both fronts than X200/X300. I know I know. All rights reserved. [quote name='J.W.' Stage and DriverWedge have experience with both. [quote name='savoyspecial13' timestamp='1355707253' post='6078523'] I've never had any issue spinning anything so I thought I'd give them a shot. BTW, in hope the shafts work out. At least then I'll know. I've got some to hit this week now. [/quote] and Quite frankly, only scratch players and amateurs. [quote name='MadGolfer76' timestamp='1355718783' post='6079509'] I ask because the first thing I noticed when I switched to x100 from s300 was how many more shots I was able to put in my bag on command. How about Project X LZ 5.5/6.0 vs. Nippon Pro Modus 3 Tour 120 S vs. KBS Tour 120 S? Putter : Nike Method 003 Oven. All of them 170+ with the driver and the difference betweem S300 to X100 is small, unbelievably so. As long as I'm still improving, it should continue to be fun. [/quote] [quote name='J.W.' No one is forcing you to post, comment or get involved. IMO having hit X7 enough you're not gonna all of a sudden bounce a short or mid iron forward now instead of ripping it back 20 feet to the fringe. Now if you are scratch and can hit you irons percise distances on command, then pay for having the regular DG shafts spine aligned. [quote name='MadGolfer76' timestamp='1355714317' post='6079127'] They aren't for everyone. 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. True Temper Dynamic Gold X100 .355 Tapered Iron Shaft I'll learn this game soon enough. X100's vs 6.5's : r/golf - Reddit Related Products. Modus 120 X is not really stiff for an X-shaft and is, for example, softer than the KBS C-Taper Lite 110 S or Project X 6.0. While it may not seem like that big of a difference, there may be some minor changes that these shafts make to your game. The Dynamic Gold X7 is really only for scratch players and amateurs with 95+ MPH swing speeds. DW actually told me there isn't a stiffer shaft to be found, but the x7's are performers. . Manage Settings timestamp='1355712569' post='6078973'] I hope I can get dialed in soon! I've only been playing for a yr n a half now and so far golf appears to be one sport where equipment has had such a directly large influence on my results. Nothing to either especially with steel shafts. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. Your previous content has been restored. If you are looking for a slightly lower launch trajectory and a bit more control over your shots, the X100 is a better fit. Chris Umbrian. Also, would a normal DG x100 shaft tipped an inch or 1.5 inch play the same as the X7? I am a self disclosed dynamic gold fan and have essentially played S300, S400, X100 and X7. 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. The x100's did what I wanted them to do 9 times out of ten. That's quite a bit for a steel shaft change but its not a dramatic difference at the end of the day. It really doesn't matter. Yikes. [quote name='driverwedge' timestamp='1355716718' post='6079367'] If I had 4 bills lying around I would try them again. 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. Could be wrong. -I was considering tipping my x100's 1/4" is why this thought crossed my mind. It allows faster swingers to load and unload while losing almost nothing in the way of accuracy. Dynamic Gold X100 Vs Dynamic Gold S300 - The Ultimate Golfing Resource Because the weight can differ slightly during production and because Dynamic Gold is a weight-sorted product the standard stiff flex is broken out into three sub-flexes: S200 (127 grams), S300 (130 grams) and S400 (134 grams). Enjoy! These guys are so full of crap its scary. I've got C Taper X in my 64s to try something different. It doesnt feel much heavier than other Dynamic Gold shafts weve tested; but then again, none of us are hypersensitive players. What is WAY less? I would agree with that but the X7's are almost a full flex stiffer (6.7 in the X100 vs. 7.5 in the X7's). [quote name='J.W.' Cleveland TA milled 1i. [quote name='J.W.' Nothing personal. That's quite a bit for a steel shaft change but its not a dramatic difference at the end of the day. I was just trying to help, sorry MadGolfer!!!!!! [quote name='savoyspecial13' timestamp='1355701646' post='6078117'] $400.00. Hope you find a great fit! Iron Shaft Comparison: How to find the right shaft for your game I have a [i]little. I'll say this- the X7 absolutely launches lower and spins WAY less than the C Taper. Mizuno M-Craft I Blue Ion 365g / Stability Shaft. True Temper's Dyanmic Gold X7 shaft coming to retail - PGATour I've got C Taper X in my 64s to try something different. Crazy huh? Thanks brother I'm off to hit scratch!.yes, in less than 2 years! 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. Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100 vs. Dynamic Gold X100 - GolfWRX Their results may vary from yours - context is key. Thanks again, callaway epic max ls MMT x I just laugh at everyone who is scratch who think they are pretty good. [/quote] KBS C-Taper vs Tour Issue Dynamic Gold - Team Titleist You are looking at less than a 1CPM increase. On short approaches, you will get the spin control you need. They weigh the same +/- 1g but don't spin less than X7. Thanks again! Your previous content has been restored. Clement: How to smoke the golf ballwith your eyes closed, Clement: How to GENTLY hammer your drives 300 yards, Clement: Infallible release drill to add 30 yards to your drives. [/quote] I've got some to hit this week now. I'm glad to hear you like the x7's and you have something you found that works for your game! Both are designed with the same step pattern (tapered) but the DG Tour has thicker steps and a larger butt section that X-100. [/quote] I tried them and absolutely loved them. Miura TC-201 Irons Review - Are They Forgiving? My name is Al, I have been golfing for about 15 years. (E.g., pulling a pw or 6i back to the fringe from pin high can be disheartening at times). I'm backing up everything Stage said. Honestly, I really liked the x7's. Now on DGx100 tipped 1.5 play like X7.. resounding no. But some have asked the question if the LPGA ever played there as well. Many of my articles are deeply researched using the resources provided by the USGA and R&A. Regular (R300), Stiff (S200-300-400), X-Stiff (X100). My hope is that the differences in shaft profile is overcome by the additional stiffness on the 7.0 so that the two fly pretty much the same but lower spin on the 7.0. timestamp='1355712569' post='6078973'] Upload or insert images from URL. For example, after recently switching to x100's, breaking par is in sight. [quote name='J.W.' With the X7, you have many shorter options. Now on DGx100 tipped 1.5 play like X7.. resounding no. With S300 acting as the standard stiff flex, anything that comes in over or below 130 grams is deemed to be a lighter (S200) or heavier (S400) version. It comes as a 130 gram shaft in extra stiff flex. Titleist Vokey SM8 Black 54.12D / Nippon Super Peening Blue X Stage-stepped, Titleist Vokey SM8 Black 58.14K / Nippon Super Peening Blue X Stage-stepped True Temper's standard Dynamic Gold steel shaft. timestamp='1355716836' post='6079379'] Ok. Good luck! They spun about 200-300 rpm less than X100 for me in a 6 iron. 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Do the black gold shafts compare at all to the x7 and tour issue (weight sorted)? It's a game and it's unfortunate you feel negatively about it. DYNAMIC GOLD 95 VSS PRO. The X7 has a range of length options spanning from 37 inches to 40.5 inches. timestamp='1355720559' post='6079617'] The X100 only has a 45 inch option. It's a great piece that has proven its efficiency in improving performance and feel. It is the most successful shaft in the history of golf and still continues to dominate on professional tours each and every year. The design of True Tempers basic Dynamic shaft hasn't changed in decades. This will increase distance and accuracy for better players for sure. So, no matter which one you go with you are going to be limited to the extra stiff option. Tour Experience Golf is a club fitting studio located in Toronto, producing in-depth golf equipment videos featuring founder and master club fitter Ian Fraser. I tried them and absolutely loved them. The equipment rules even apply to golf shafts. timestamp='1355707584' post='6078545'] Wow, so the X7's are 400, plus about 25 a club to get installed with a grip X 8 clubs = $600. They are on par with the PX 7.0's in terms of firmness. Tempo will affect how you load and unload the shaft and is a big factor in which shaft will best suit you.