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What is the flex on the CB80LS La Bomba shaft?

I don't think you are wrong in any way here. The other ambitious thought I have and suspect others may have with smaller headed drivers is that over time and much use, I would naturally see improvement in my striking abilities. I heard that Tommy Nakajima made recommendations to Ryo Ishikawa several years back to use muscle back irons while he is still young. This is when Ryo requested Yonex to produce the Ezone MB's. I guess one could argue that his scoring abilities may have gone south since the switch. I know that I will never come close to becoming a pro in my life, but I still would like to think I can improve my ball striking skills in the coming years. And yes, if I was to enter a local tournament now, I might still choose to use a larger driver that day for the additional confidence.

Pm'd you on the La Bomba

The ordering process was definitely not something I would be crazy about. Very vague and hard to tell if they got all the information or not. I was thinking I would get contacted by a rep after submitting my order form , but no contact. Everything was done thru email by Mr. B himself. ( which was kinda cool ) But after seeing a bunch of his work online, I was intrigued enough to just go with his flow. I am actually happy that I took the plunge. As for feel, I would say it is actually slightly firmer than Carbon Steel. but not by a lot. Definitely not "clicky" so to speak. After getting used to the Kitada putter, I am really liking my putters on the firmer side. "Soft" definitely feels good in your hands, but I found that I get better feedback and much better distance control with firmer feeling putters. What is interesting is that even though the impact feels firmer with these stainless steel putters, I think I am feeling the ball sticking on the face for fraction of a second before it actually starts rolling, similar to what you feel at impact with forged irons. Anyway, I am really satisfied with how the putter came out. Most of all, it's 1 out of 1 in the whole world!

My latest addition of putters .... can't seem to stop!! Byron Morgan DH89 German Stainless Steel, High Polished Triple Oil Fade finish . First custom made putter I have ever ordered. Came out exactly how I wanted it.

I played a match this afternoon on St. Andrews Jubilee course using my T.388 driver. No, not in Scotland... I wish, but on an indoor simulator here in Bozeman, Montana. I have to say that I am really loving this driver. I think I am as consistent as my AF-102 I have been gaming last season.... well, at least on simulator.... Only slight issue is that when I go after the ball too much, I get a bit too high of a launch angle and lose overall distance by about 20 yards. When I can keep my swing smooth and in check, I get a nice mid trajectory with lots of roll. My T.388 is currently shafted with a BB7 S which is working quite well with this head. Guys, this driver is much more forgiving than the Zero or the Ezone 380 for sure. It is definitely worth a try if you are looking for a workable driver with more than reasonable forgiveness built into it.

Price dropped

Got a couple of putters for sale. I have added a few putters to my collection recently and need to sell some that I will not be using. 1. Mint condition Yonex Ezone EZP-001 forged putter 35" 550g overall 1deg flat lie Shaft is NS Pro heavy shaft but is extended at the butt 1.5" Black leather grip comes with headcover in mint condition. Deep milled face provides very soft feel at impact. This is the softest feeling forged putter I have had. $150 shipped with US PP gifted 2. Lightly used Odyssey Japan White Ice #7 CS ix 34" Head and head cover has been used for approximately 3 months last season. Shaft and grip was replaced when new with a different one while in use. Brand new stock shaft and grip has been put back on. Grip still in wrapper. One slight blemish on head. Hardly noticeable. ix insert has great feel and rolls the ball well. #7 CS is still my favorite of all Odyssey mallets. $150 shipped with US PP gifted

Looking for an Epon AF301 head to complete my set. please PM me if you have one to sell. Thanks!

Very educational diagram!! That explains why I like my ORA compared to the Modus3 120. Stops on the green so much better. Glws!!

You're right ... my bad...

Honma is coming out with some new irons. They are targeting non-senior low to mid handicap players for these. I really like the design of the MBs. release said is 2/20 Probably in time for the Golf Fair Also, Roddio is teaming up with both Miura and Zodia for some limited edition irons. These irons are calling your name Stew-san!! Could not find good pics on these though. Again official release looks to be at the Golf Fair. some pics here on this blog. http://ameblo.jp/yms...1453303733.html http://ameblo.jp/ga-...1409009319.html Notice the shape of the toe. Pointy toe from Zodia and rounded toe from Miura.

Right on Andy!! What head are you going to use with yours?

Sorry for the bragging post guys...... but I just won a set of their new Modus 3 130 shafts from Nippon!! Posted my Nippon shaft story on their Facebook page for entry. I guess there weren't much entries. I have not won anything like this in my life. I just might have to finally pull the trigger on some muscle back heads I have been looking for. I am so excited!!

I finally realized that weight thing on the sole is designed after a cog gear from watches!!!! Seiko being its parent company!!!!. I was thinking it was a steering wheel from a yacht or something :) I think I can sleep better at night now!!

Thanks for a great write up, Gocchin!! Good to know that altering weight may impact performance. ( I guess this is true with any driver, but probably pronounced more in a smaller head ) the design of the T.388 in my mind is similar to muscle back irons where all is about functional form. Simple, lean and pure with no additives!! There's a Japanese word "Kino bi" which means "functional beauty." I think Kino bi best describes the T.388 as well as Zero and Z:en. Looking forward to more great designs to come out of Kobayashi-san.

Nope. That ones 10 deg

I think I saw a white one on the bay...

OK. You all convinced me to give her a shot on the course this spring. :-) removing from market.

All standard. 71deg lie, 2deg loft, 34 inches, 528g overall weight. Not sure of head weight.

Price lowered!!

I just don't think I'd be gaming it anytime in the near future after getting my hands on a Gold's. I wish I could keep it as a desk side ornament :-) but I really shouldn't. Probably the most balanced feeling blades I ever had.

I have here for sale a very lightly used Epon Zen putter. I purchased it used but personally have not taken it outside. Protective tape on sole. Only carpet putting. Absolute mint condition! Retracted.

In case no one mentioned it, the matt black shows a deep maroon color under sunlight. Subtle but really cool!!

Face pics of T.388 and AF102 As you can see, T.388 face is not that deep.