August 21st, 2008, 02:02 AM
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iron suggestions
Hello, im a mid handicap golfer and im looking into getting some new irons. I'm going to get fitted this weekend, and im looking for some suggestions on irons I should hit.
I'm looking for a combination of forgivness and workability. Basically something I can grow with and keep around for a while. I know im not ready for blades, but any suggestions are welcome. Even older models. Thanks : ) 
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August 21st, 2008, 11:23 AM
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Re: iron suggestions
Just purchased Mizunos mx25s and they are a fine looking club because I sure looked at plenty before I bought them. They are well made without any of that tinny look I have been seeing. Most manufacturers seem to be adding tinfoil inserts or some type of plastic to the backs which were a turnoff to me. Besides I'm smoking them
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August 21st, 2008, 01:58 PM
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Re: iron suggestions
All I can offer for club advise comes down to one word...
 My first set of irons was a set of PING Eye 2's (Mid 90's)...I then went to Cleveland TA3's (early 2000)...I went back to PING I5's (around mid 2000)...then I tried Mizuno MP 60's (2007)...and here I am again in 2008 (this time to stay) back to PING I10's...simply the best club I have ever played from a playability and forgiveness standpoint...just my 2  ...Good luck with what ever you decide...
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August 22nd, 2008, 01:13 PM
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Re: iron suggestions
If you are looking for something to grow into and you are a mid handicapper look at the Mizuno MP-57. I am also a mid handicapper (12) and just purchased a set. I hit the MX-25s as well, but the 57s just set up nicer, they give you better feedback if you miss the center, you can work them better, and there is no feeling like it when you hit one on the screws. Plus they are really sexxxxxxxxxxy!!!
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August 22nd, 2008, 02:45 PM
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August 22nd, 2008, 03:31 PM
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I hope you r going to a golf shop with a launch monitor.Then and only then will u be properly fitted.Try every club possible.
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August 22nd, 2008, 04:00 PM
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I10's I went through the following:1) PING Static fit 2) Then using the club (7 iron) that met my static fit (silver dot, +1/2 inch) I hit on a launch monitor but mainly to warm up and becuase I was at Edwin Watts (inside) 3) Then put tape on the bottom of the club and swung the club using a hitting baord which showed if I was to upright or to flat (I was perfect...middle of the tape) 4) Put tape on face of club and hit balls to see if I was in the sweet spot (most were in the sweet spot or a little toward the heel...which I like) 5) Finally using the launch monitor I observed ball flight and the angle of the flight (7 iron) and using the stock PING Z-Z65 shaft I was hitting the ball a littel higher then I wanted...around 28-29 degrees...so I went with the Dynamic Gold S-300 shafts to bring my ball flight down some (PING WRX )...So only the last part using the launch monitor helped me decide on the shaft but if I was hitting these clubs outside I would have probably noticed that I was hitting them very high...the rest of the fitting process (for irons only) could be done outside...just my
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August 23rd, 2008, 09:10 AM
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Re: iron suggestions
The individual real -life golf swing is such a complex thing that buying clubs off the rack because of their look, sexiness, sales price, or reputation is like gambling in Vegas-- you are destined to lose.
Invest a few bucks to have a pro fit you on a driving range. He/she will first look at your swing and abilities then make recommendations of club types to consider. You can then hit the irons off of real grass to get their feel and ball flight characteristics. You can then decide which specific brand/model of clubs you want to go with. The fitting will include the pro's recommendations for the proper shaft type, length, lie, and grip size -- four critical element for the success of your golfing future. Like clubs, not all pros are alike. Get some word of mouth recommendations for an experienced and reputible pro in your area. Considering how much money you will be spending on green fees during the life span of a new set of irons, the few bucks that you will pay to a pro for a proper fitting is a great investment.
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