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Ok. So it sounds like an empty tin can. Look like a flattened driver. But boy does this 3 wood launch easy and go straight and long. Head only. RYOMA f3 15 deg loft. Nicks in the back as pictured. Light scratches at topline. Face does have wear as pictured. NO headcover. $260 shipped. DROP TO $240 shipped !!! Would be willing to ship international. PM FOR PRICE for shipping.

Anybody looking to sell their tour ad shaft pulled from the Ryoma Fw?

Latest Ryoma P3 putter in silver, 33" length & 520g as per Ryoma website. Almost new, only putted indoor. Original grip, head cover and shaft labels. $OLD paypal net to me, inclusive of air post with track.

So I just saw that Ryoma is finally making a left handed driver. I don't know much about it since they have never made left handed drivers. I have a Crazy 435 and like it for all the obvious reasons, but would love to find a driver with better forgiveness, sound and feel. I know I will be giving up distance on well struck shots, but, I am ok with that. My questions: How is overall performance? How does it perform on off center strikes? How is the feel? How is the distance? How is the sound? Thanks for your help!

Finally, the new products by RomaRo are beginning to roll out. I just received the new Type-R driver and have had a chance to game it a couple of rounds and get some good range time in with it, and it's a beast. Based on the way it looks I was expecting it to play very closely to the 460HX that performs admirably and much to my surprise the two clubs play very different from each other. Let's wrap up the info before we move on to my review, The Type-R is 450cc's large available in 9.5 and 10.5 lofts, it comes standard with a square face angle and 59* lie angle. Total weight with the stock shaft is 303 grams and with its 56 gram stock shaft has a D2 balance in stiff at 46 inches. It features SP-700 titanium forged cup face and a 6-4ti body making it a 2 piece structure. One of the new features on this driver is its more shallow face, the older 460HX and the 430cc 435LX had deeper faces. One could expect a higher ball flight with the new Type-R which isn't really the case as RomaRo seems to have maintained the same trajectory as the HX yet by adding real estate on the heel and toe side have made this driver considerably more forgiving. The Type-R series started off with a utility wood that came out mid 2013, it won many fans and at one point made RomaRo the number 1 component company in Japan. While they no longer carry that title they are in the top 3, and I wouldn't doubt the release of their new 2014 models will give them a big boost. RomaRo has reduced the spin rates compared to the previous models kudos to them as going shallower can sometimes increase spin. Ok, so It's beautiful to look at but how does it play? I was able to test the Type-R against a variety of other clubs such as the Ryoma Maxima ST, Modart S&D, EGG1, Air KM200, and JDM SLDR. Now keep in mind all clubs had different shafts and specs which means this review carries little weight, but it was fun, and I wish some of you guys were there to help out. The club that I wanted the Type-R to go up against was my current gamer the Ryoma Maxima ST (very non-conforming) so I decided to compare the two on the range, on the course, and in appearance. I think a better visual comparison would be the Maxima Type-V because it has that all black finish, this is getting confusing Ryoma, RomaRo, Type R, Type D... Anyway while it's black like darth vadars helmet the face was kept free of the Ip finish I think that's a smart move on RomaRo's part because when black IP is applied to the face it seems to feel a little firmer at impact in my opinion. I don't have the measurements of the Type-R's face depth but the difference is quite substantial. One would assume the deeper face plays a more stable and penetrating ball flight but not in this case and for some the Maxima is hard to tame and or high launching this could be due to its hosel depth not being very deep or as deep as the D1 which means the shaft tip will play more active in this head. If you ever find yourself in this situation with the Maxima, I suggest you try a heavier, more tip stiff, longer length shaft. On the other hand, I have seen Tatsuro hit the Maxima in any flex dead straight and long for days, I've had my longest drives with the ST and it's a raging bomber. The better distance driver was the nonconforming Maxima because for the most part head to head on the same par 4 the Maxima ate the RomaRo's lunch by about 10yds or so. I didn't have a conforming version so again take this all with a grain of salt, not to mention while both are stock stiff flex shafts they still differ in specs, but yes the Maxima ST and I stress "nonconforming" was about 10yds longer on that day. The more forgiving club was the RomaRo Type-R, which I could hit much straighter, and bad shots really didn't seem as punishing in direction as the Maxima. In fact on this day this driver was the most forgiving for myself and others, whereas with the maxima you need to catch it square squared to reap its benefits. On some days, I can't hit the Maxima at all but the Type-R is so easy to square the face up at impact, I can't imagine how good it would be with a shaft like the TRPX Air. In the image above the RomaRo Type-R is on the left while the Maxima on the right, first big difference is the finish, the Maxima has a metallic effect that looks luxurious while the RomaRo is your basic black metallic. Keep in mind anytime photos are taken of top lines side by side the right always tends to look better and more straight but I think this picture shows the two perfectly. On the right the maxima is a hair closed while on the left the RomaRo is square, it's actually more square than the pic shows but it's handicapped visually by being on the left side. Feel all day goes the the RomaRo, see where I'm going with this? The Maxima ST may be longer, but this RomaRo feels so good and is so playable it truly is the Type-R Hybrid but driver version. It feels better than both of it's predecessors and the Maxima, and I will be gaming this now... but before it captains the bag it must first make it through the others... Bring on the MA01S and MA01D!

Thanks e&b and of course tsg

Hi, have anybody plays with these 2 drivers? How do these two compare for forgiveness, feel, distance. Which do you guys like better? Many thanks in advance

WITHDRAW ON 22 MAY 2014:

selling F3 and F7 both with stock GD SR shafts w/ Ryoma HCs, $SOLDeach.

Up for sale is an excellent condition Ryoma D1 Premia 10.5* loft with the standard Ryoma Graphite Design shaft in R flex. The longest of the D1 family. A few marks on the face from hitting the ball, no sky marks or chips. Picked this up from Tario a few months ago, and had a few hits during a practice round. It is very long but goes too high for me with the R flex shaft. Been sitting in the corner so its time to go to a new home. Will suit the smoother slower swinger around the 80-90mph. Headcover included. Because of the length I can't ship outside Australia so if anyone in Oz wants this drop me a PM. If anyone outside of Australia is interested in head only that could be an option so drop me a PM. $430 + shipping

Help me buy a Gold's Factory Putter Sale! 1) RYOMA MAXIMA TYPE V 10.5* with CRAZY BLACK 50 7.4 LS 45" LENGTH D2.3 SW 268 CPM SQUARE FACE ANGLE MUZIK DRY COMPOUND GRIP Purchased from member YOURPRESSED. Super carry. Good feel. Easy to hit. Just tad too high. Mint condition, some scuffing on sole but overall face, crown great condition. $775 SHIPPED $700 SHIPPED 2) MARUMAN CONDUCTOR 9.5* with GD BB7S 45" LENGTH SQUARE FACE ANGLE GOLF PRIDE PINK NIION GRIP Purchased this from Stu. You can read more about it in this thread. Has not been gamed on the course since purchasing, few range sessions (at most 50 balls hit). Same mint condition as was purchased. Goes straight and nothing else. Just did not like the feel at impact. http://www.tourspecg...__fromsearch__1 $350 SHIPPED $300 SHIPPED 3) JBEAM 425 TOUR 10.5* BLACK IP with CRAZY CB50 NOIR 7.4 45.25" LENGTH D2 SW SQUARE FACE ANGLE Golf Pride Multi Compound Purchased from member YOURPRESSED. Longest driver bar none. Just couldn't hit it consistently enough. Good condition. Only played 2 rounds and a few ranges sessions after purchasing. $425 SHIPPED SOLD 4) 2004 GAUGE DESIGN CB BLACK TEFLON 3-PW Project X 6.0 (These are the LEGIT PX's that Kim Braly designed not the newer ones that True Temper killed) 5 iron 37.75 Will need re-grip 3 and 4 iron never hit. 3 iron still in plastic. Purchased these to try the black teflon finish out. Rarely played, sat in storage. Nice muted feel at impact. Wear mostly on sole but face, topline, cavity all have held up great. Black teflon finish is pretty awesome. $450 SHIPPED $375 SHIPPED 5) PRGR EGG 2010 (2nd Gen) 15* PX-03D 3W Fairway Wood HEAD ONLY no HC Bought this off a forum member. Shafted it up with CRAZY FW80. Had to try it out and did not like it at all. Everyone raves about this model egg even over the 1st gen and HD. Condition is fair, has a nick on the back everything is the way I bought it. Hit about 15 balls with it. Head weighed in at about 208 grams. $175 SHIPPED $150 SHIPPED 6) GAUGE DESIGN PUTTER 1/100 PROTO MIRROR FINISH 34" with HC Don't know too much about this putter. I bought it years ago from TSG. Probably gamed once. Has a nice mirror finish only on face and sole. Really soft feel. $125 SHIPPED $100 SHIPPED Some other items if anyone is interested

Here are 2 INCREDIBLE items for any JDM connoisseur. First is a set of Miura Baby Blades (5-PW) These have only been played for 2 rounds and are in GREAT 9+-10 condition These are shafted with the very sought after Fujikura MCI Graphite 120 gr Stiff Shafts The 5 iron is 37.75" and goes down from there in 1/2" increments These were bent 1* flat The shafts were purchased from The Tour Spec Pro Shop about 2 months ago These also have brand new Iomic Sticky 2.3 grips w/ reminders The were custom built and weighted by a Tour Trailer club builder I have $2000 invested in this set Get this AMAZING set of clubs for only $1499 $1449 shipped in the U.S. Next up is a great driver shaft combo in GREAT shape This Ryoma Maxima Type V 9.5* was also ordered through Tour Spec I purchased this "Head Only" with the head weight at 201 grams This was played for 4 rounds and some range time This has been shafted with a Fujikura Motore Speeder Tour Spec 6.2 Stiff shaft It is 45 1/4" long and has a D3 swing weight The cover is brand new and has not been taken out of the wrapper $1150 invested in this combo SOLD

Ryoma Premia 9.5 with Crazy Boron S1 shaft w/ two tree logo. Plays 45.25, not sure of swing weight. I believe head weight is 197g. Shaft was original, never pulled. Asking $675 + shipping. $SOLD Will take better pictures tonight. I hate this place. Before coming to this site I was a 1 driver every 2 years kinda fellow. Now i'm a pump and dump Ho. In the last 1 1/2 season I've gone thru 7 JDM drivers. Not proud of myself, but misery loves company. This Ryoma is a low bomber. Favorite driver for out west because the ground is hard and this thing rolls for days. The premia is advertised as softer than the d1 and vpec and a bit more expensive. I think this is the best feeling driver face I've ever owned and I will eventually buy another one, but at 10.5 degs. Have a maxima type G on it's way.. hoping it's as soft as the premia. Anyone compare the type G to premia? thanks for looking.

If you have a Ryoma Maxima please PM me. Swing speed is 98-102 and I currently have a fade so I am hoping for a shaft/head that promotes more of a draw. Please no crazy shafts above 6.9.

I’ve had the Ryoma Maxima Type D 10.5 for a while now and have since put several shafts in it. But before I share experiences about the shaft, a bit about my swing and my views on the Maxima.. I’ve got a very imperfect swing that’s past parallel (think John Daly .. not size but swing) but a swing that’s rather consistently imperfect. Swing speed measured several months back on a PRGR red eye is 91 to 95 mph with more swings being closer to 95 so I average that out at 93mph. Misses are typically high push fades. Average driving distance is 220-225 meters or approx.. 241-246 yards. Driving is the weakest part of my game. Currently playing off an inconsistent 8.2. The Maxima head relative to the original D1 I feel gives better carry and better roll and for me, a longer head overall as well as should be the case if I feel carry and roll are better. Forgiveness wise, I find this head up there. Anywhere off center, you still get relatively little distance loss. For off center hits, its best (if there is a best for off hits) toe high I feel. It dislikes heel misses the most. For dispersion, that is very much up to the shaft as well so I’ll comment on that later. Trajectory wise, for me, loft for loft, it launches a tad higher than the D1 but not super high like one or 2 have found. My thought for a slower swing speed like mine is that I need a generally higher as opposed to a generally lower trajectory which will give better carry and better distance for the slower swing speed. The subjective part…Feel is a tad less solid than the D1 and sound at impact less muted. Not tinggy by any means but just not as muted as the D1. It’s a tad more triangular in shape and while some have found it less eye appealing, I’m ok with it. The paintwork has a nice fume effect in the sun. Head is about 3mm shallower than the D1 and a tad longer from face to back. Mine weighs in at 196 grams and is slightly closed face as what the Type D is supposed to be. The first shaft I put in was the Roddio M:6 SR flex. This is a very smooth feeling shaft and I would say up there with giving me some of the longest drives with the Maxima. Now although long, it was not the tightest in the Maxima for me but it did enough to show me the potential of the Maxima. I am ruthless about heads and feel that I can assess the potential for me swing early enough. While the Kamui TP07S, S-Yard 388 and Epon 102 and 103 were in and out before a speck of dust could even settle, the Maxima for me immediately showed its potential with 435 matching distance and roll. But again, the M:6 while long, was not the tightest. I am looking for the Maxima to bridge the distance gap between the D1 and 435 with the fairway finding confidence of the D1. Next up was the Crazy CB46 6.4 which I tipped half an inch. Found that I could not launch this high enough consistently and get enough spin consistently. It did indeed help to bring down trajectory. I then tried a Crazy LY02 6.7 in her. Lower trajectory than the M:6 and higher than the CB46 for me. Dispersion, it improved over the M:6. It was however stiffer than I prefer. I was on the lookout for a LY02 6.4 flex. Then I stumbled on the WBQ55 SR flex. This is not a low low shaft contrary to what some may think. It’s a mid kick shaft and I think or feels to me, a tip stiffer shaft than the TJ46 which I game in my 435 and D1. Not as tip stiff as my CB46 but I did tip the CB46 half an inch. I need to indirectly thank Chiromikey who although swings much faster than I do from what I gather here and has a stronger game than I do, it was Chiro’s postings on WBQ that got me looking at it. The Quadra Composite Fire Express WBQ 55 is a great feeling shaft.. I would perhaps say the best feeling shaft for me so far. Provides great feedback and you can feel it load so to speak. Its got a quirky color scheme of white, yellow/gold and a brown/black carbon effect at the lower end which goes well with the fume finish of the Maxima I feel. I have it playing at 45 3/8 finished length grip on and SW of close to D2. So how does it play… I think by now, you know I like this shaft and that it is working for me in the Maxima. Great carry for me and its got roll as much as the 435 and several times more. I’ve had 2 range sessions with it and 45 holes so far. I can safely say, it matches my 435 distance wise on average but where the Maxima WBQ 55 is better for me is on long drives in the fairway. Does it find close to 90% fairways like my D1 can? Well, as I get more used to it, I think it can and if it can do so with longer drives, then objectives met with the Maxima. So far, my longer drives measured with a Leupold GX1 rangefinder with the Maxima are 256 meters, 241 meters and 239 meters or 280 yards, 263 yards, 261 yards. Now again, this is short compared to quite a few on this board but for me with my 93 mph swing speed and average distance of 220-225 meters or 241 to 246 yards, this is massive for me. Trajectory to my definition is mid high. I would say with this shaft, it launches similar to the D1 with TJ 46 bearing in mind that the TJ 46 is a low-mid kick and the WBQ55 is a mid kick. So a happy camper I am… by shaft changes, the Maxima is probably the most expensive driver for me but from first hit, I felt it had potential and worth the trials and tribulations. It seems to be paying dividends now and long may it do so. From my experiences with the Maxima, I would recommend that for anyone interested in it, bear in mind that loft for loft, it is likely to launch higher (not ballooning high) than your existing driver and going down 1 degree may be advisable especially if you are planning a low or low mid kick active tip shaft. If you are staying in the same loft, I would suggest a mid kick (and not higher launching) and a tip stiffer shaft is probably a good calculated bet. Just like any driver, the Maxima is not for everyone but if the head profile suits your swing and you get the shaft loft combo right enough, I think you will find a very forgiving and long driver.

Hey guys decided to sell this bad boy RYOMA D1 9.5*, crazy long carry and a ton of roll. In VGC I'll let the pics do the talking, currently shafted with a Crazy but selling as HEAD ONLY. Need to sell as I have decided I'm a 10* loft type of guy so interested in trading for a Yammy Driver Head 10* or another Ryoma 10* so let me know what you got. But if you just want to buy then the price is $420 OBRO shipped with tracking.

**SOLD** Ryoma D-1 Premia 10.5 driver with Crazy Noir TJ-46 shaft 6.7 flex **SOLD** original head cover and original Graphite Design Tour AD Premia 45g S/R flex stock shaft on side bought at end of last year, and can see from pics, it's spotless. Original paid value of $1,995.00 FOR SALE @ $1,295.00 PayPal only -- shipped to US domestic only PM me.

ALL SOLD. Price includes shipping and shipping worldwide via EMS. 1.Ryoma Special Tuning 10.5* Driver with stock SR Flex Ryoma shaft with headcover - Used for 2 rounds only. Near Mint condition SOLD 2. PRGR Red Eyes - SOLD - Good as new.

Winter has been keeping me busy in buying some new equipment, but time to clean up and get ready for the playing season!! 1. Ryoma V-Spec 9.5* Driver w/ Fire Express Proto 75 X flex 198g head 45.5" overall length Slight scuff on heel of sole. Other than that it is very clean. Headcover looks a bit worn from sunlight but still functionally good. Head is Sold. 2. Epon AF102 8.5* Driver w/ Diamana X 70 X flex 202g head 44.5" overall length Sole has some brush marks from normal usage. Crown is free of any noticeable scratches or marks. Headcover is in excellent condition. Off the market. 3. Odyssey Japan White Ice ix #7 Center Shaft 34" head has been used lightly but with a different shaft, The original shaft/grip is brand new in wrapper has been installed back on the head. Excellent overall condition. Comes with original magnetic head cover SOLD shipped within US with PayPal gifted 4. Yonex EZone EZP-001 S25C forged and deep milled putter 35" Reshafted with NS Pro Heavy shaft Grip is an Ekta leather grip in excellent condition. Excellent overall condition. Comes with original head cover in mint condition. Softest feeling non-insert putter head due to the deep milling on the face. Asking SOLD shipped within US with PayPal gifted 5. Mizuno Limited Edition 56 deg wedge Yoro made Fujisan stamp. Satin finish. Unique grind. Still new condition. Only hit a few times on carpet. DG Wedge shaft / DD2 ribbed grip $175 shipped within US with PayPal gifted

*** SOLD *** Up for sale is a mint 10.5* loft Ryoma V-Spec Head. weight: 198g Headcover included Photos speak for themselves.

Up for sale a Diamana X 60 stiff shaft, awesome shaft that list for 795 in the pro shop. I ship in a hard cardboard tube so shaft will arrive safely. $450 shipped and pped in the conus, others pm for shipping quote. Thanks

I have a couple of drivers just built, Ryoma V-spec 10.5 with Diamana X 60 stiff at 45" and a Kamui Pro Titan 430 10 with Fujikura 7v05 stiff at 44.75". I'm off to the range to try them out.

As new, not a scratch or mark. All prices are plus fees and shipping Ryoma D1 VSpec 9.5 (199g) + headcover Traded RC 305V 18° 2012: As new + headcover: sold Epon: sold Yam: sold

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