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Yonex was kind enough to send us their new line early in the year. I was out of country for many months so I didn't get around to hitting them. Did today and was really surprised at how easy this UT was to launch clean off the turf, it had some legs too! Easily I can recommend to anyone who needs lift off the fairway. consistent and good distance the stock shaft was pretty decent as well. straight arrows. I know it's not new but I just wanted to give it some love. One of the better UT's for what it does although funky looking.

These feel like the standard MCI to me, they are just weight flow.

They are not like the TR500's these are a bit more chunky as stew mentioned. Will post pics to show you when it stops raining here.

Most Boutique brands could never afford to produce at Endo other than their own house label. Boutique brands tend to have handmade clubs so I wouldn't be worried about them at all. Endo used to be #1 at high quality mass production irons & drivers. There was a gap in quality between Japan vs China for years but with the rise of China's tech and capabilities Endo lost many of their largest brand clients due to cost and service, If you look for yourself at who used to be made at Endo vs who is now it's night and day. Golf equipment production is way down for all factories worldwide. Mold production, machine sales is down a lot too. brands are being way more cautious with their spending as well. This shift can be seen as a positive though, if harnessed correctly it can bring back handmade clubs and smaller companies helping club fitters over the big box stores.

Things have already changed and will likely continue to and while I cant say this story originated from me feel free to tell them you heard it here first. They know this has been floating around for a long time in the Japan Golf Industry and the whispers have become louder with recent events. I expect them to act surprised, say they have new products coming (which is true) and say they are growing and doing well.

Should be within 24 hours sir.

That's good news, maybe everything I'm being told is wrong. I hope that's the case.

Update: Went with a David August fit at their Orange County HQ in Classic Navy and Gray.

No spec differences but these reds sure are pretty. expected to sell out quick, in the pro shop today!

We have some crazy yoro 66's planned!

post in the blog, photos right here.

It's been a while since hitting them and they were prototypes but they are soft, not very forgiving, extremely workable and up there with the best true compact handmade players blades. The high price is because Suda-san value's and respects his own worth and that these are very rare.

Thanks! This post isn't saying Epon will close down it's golf business. It's that Endo will likely leave the golf business and Epon is available. Edit: I saw you made another post that included: That answer is expected right? It started as rumors months ago, then turned into a little bit more than rumors. I will not go into that but let's stay positive and hope both Endo and Epon pull through and thrive. There are also a couple other JDM brands in turmoil right now and they would say the same if asked. The Japanese especially always put on a good face staying quiet about these types of matters avoiding showing weakness at all costs.

These are starting to land in the hands of those who pre-ordered them early!

Played this a few days ago. Love it, looks a bit cheap but these twin rails do the trick. decently priced as well.

Got these in stock 10 - 10.5 if you need one get in touch.

Not sure if other sites are reporting this as well but there is a wide spread rumor that Epon is for sale. The problem is if they find a buyer it's almost certain the clubs will no longer be produced by Endo. The top man in charge of Endo's golf div left a couple months ago bringing nearly the entire golf operation to a halt. Endo is likely leaving golf which is something we knew they were working toward for a couple of years to focus on the medical and auto industry.

So you basically want a FW you can hit off the tee and get great distance. a few things: - shaft is a huge part of this equation. - face depth and size of the FW's head is of vital importance, too shallow and your screwed, too deep and (for most) it's not as versatile off the deck. - material of the face, imo stainless steel will not give you the distance you will require something a bit more thin and flexy - Ask yourself if this is a dedicated FW club and you have a spot for it in the bag along with a 3 wood off the deck because the length, specs, face depth and material would be different for a tee box bomber.

LOOP makes some outstanding shafts many TSG clients consider these up there with the best and since we have started selling Loop slowly but surely the group of brand loyalists has been growing. Today I'm going over their newest shaft the Prototype IP. It's a slightly tip stiff shaft that has a strong forward push movement kick, the mid section is slightly stiff as well while the butt is stiff, so yes it's for those who want to work the ball and produce a fade. The stronger, faster and more aggressive transition style player. Designed for low handicap players and the professional the performance concept reduces both back and side spin producing a strong medium trajectory. Two factors make loop shafts so great, the forward kick through the ball and the reduction of toe droop of the club head near the impact zone keeping everything down the line for a better result. The new prototype LOOP IP shaft is now shipping at TSG, in order to purchase any LOOP shaft it is installed only so you can send us your head or purchase one from TSG. We also as a precaution and benefit to the customer send them a 16 question form to fill out which we give to LOOP's owner and factory manager to help fit you into the proper shaft from within their line up. Please inquire to [email protected] if you want to purchase a shaft and for more info on the brand "click here"

Its like a thicker blade basically. I believe they used Oichi forgings and I know the grinder old man has skills and does the SDJ's and Toyoshimas for many years. Feel is very soft. I don't consider these blades but more so a compact players cb. very little offset, topline is a bit thicker than a blade, head length heel to toe is same as a blade. more forgiving than a blade. CNC back face looks great.

Finally got a full round in with these, I know it's not much but will be posting brief impressions on the blog this week.

Thank you, very good to know. Yes those R1's have a lot of fans. Good price too. CB1008 has been mixed reviews, we have many customers who love them but as you say some of our most knowledgable ones complain about the launch being to high and something clunky going on.

This is the opposite of good club design, you never want to reduce the weight of the sole as the goal is to keep it as low as possible. BUT customers buying these are very happy. It's confusing. Obviously internally they have placed a whole bunch of weight low. Many brands agree with keeping the sole plate heavy and as low as possible. Ryoma is the biggest believer in this. I was working on a driver variant with them and even moving the logo on the 2016 maxima caused changes in cg location.

After hitting this demo stock It could be the longest. Foamed head + 46.5" 7D shaft in the works.