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I would assume Japan only as the US has recently launched the MX500.

Due for release on January 16th. New Mizuno MP003 driver with two adjustable? weights - one in the heel and one in the toe. 420cc, square face, with a new Mizuno Quad 6 "quad-axial" shaft (as opposed to Fuji Triax engine?). I'm sure Chris will supply more details once available.

Damn. Wonder if Monty is playing them at the HK Open. Followed him around yesterday and his iron play was on fire. Played very well also today and lies at -9, 2 behind the leader who shot a course record 61 today. Mea culpa for not checking out his bag but it's Yonex after all... :tsg_smilie_tired:

Why would anyone be pissed off by your comment? To each his own. I love all Tourstage fairway woods and have never liked Sonartecs. Nonetheless, they are both undisputedly quality products. Different strokes for different folks... :tsg_smiley_yes:

I still don't like it. Won't come close to Bridgestone or Dunlop in the "players" segment.

Both play very similar but the Red does as it's designed to do which is promote a slightly higher ball flight with no loss of accuracy. I don't think you can go wrong with either one. Btw, I'm selling the Silver Diamana I pulled from my XST (factory installed, no tipping, played at 42.5") :tsg_smilie_whistle:

After one round in my 3 wood, I've decided to put one in my driver as well. As it was designed to, the Red Diamana gives a little more feel and a fraction higher ball flight. In spite of having a lower kick point versus the Silver, the torque ratings are actually lower so there's no concern over loss of control. Too early to chime in with a more detailed review on my end but it's just as good as the Silver if not better. Not sure how it might perform for hard, aggressive hitters but for smooth tempos like mine, the Diamanas are working out real well. In addition, if Tiger has settled on Diamanas, it only confirms the merits of the line. The Hong Kong Open is on next week and I'll try to observe which shafts are in play. Only going for the 2nd day so I might not get too much to feedback.

From the limited time I've had the Red, I'd say there isn't much difference between the two. If you want to keep the ball down, go with the silver.

I have to say the guy produces beautiful looking clubs. This new blade seems a little thicker than the ones I have. Love the stamping. I've sworn off blades for now so I don't think I'll be trying to source a set but it's still tempting! Anyone interested in my old ones?? :whistle:

Finally a driving iron I may be willing to try over my Airmuscle! But I would only try it if Titleist released it to retail - $800 is nuts.

XXIO is for higher handicappers - all their clubs are noticeably designed to that effect - whereas Srixon is geared towards the lower handicapper. If there's perhaps a similar structure in the US it could be Titleist/Cobra. This new XXIO driver is offered with a lowest loft of 9.5 which is 2.5 closed! No way I could hit that thing straight.

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The feel is quite different to the R7. Similarly, I had demo'd R7s a few times and found it to be quite harsh and unrevealing. The W505 has a great feel and will let you know exactly where you hit it. Agree with Chris that it isn't the most forgiving but it's a great driver.

LOL. Still trying to "pass on" that Patek! :mad: Sorted out the Patek. Changing it for a ref.5296 :cool:

I would definitely agree with the 1150 but if you want to maintain a lightweight feel to the shaft, the 1050s are not bad as well. Thanks for the review on the i505s. If only they'd custom install NS 1150s at the factory I would already have a set! :mad:

MAMA MIA! :surprize:

X-Drive 435 looks very nice - face seems real deep. Is it just the pictures or is there really a red hue to the finish on the clubs's sole? X-Blade CB2s really just look like ViQs. Haven't looked closely on the website but at first glance that's how they appear. My W505 is starting to work out really really well so I have to think twice about another driver. Still might order one as Tourstage is very easy to resell in the event it doesn't work out. Have to try the GD PT shafts but their torque rating is slightly higher than the M series or Diamanas. What I'm looking for from Tourstage is a revised Airmuscle! Fyi, there's also a new Tour bag and a whole range of gloves. TS gloves are awesome.

You're gonna need a 12" bag to fit that thing! Man is it fugly :finger:

Gauge has released 2 new wedges; GAS1 SQBT http://www.gaugedesign.co.jp/Products/GAS1sqbt.html GASII http://www.gaugedesign.co.jp/Products/GAS2.html I'm sure Chris will give us more details shortly but I like the looks. Already have custom Mizunos and RAC TPs on the way but I might have to order a 3rd set! :money:

Why go with Scratch wedges when you can also get custom Mizuno wedges?? Huge number of finish, grind, stamping, paintfill, swing weight options and probably for no more than Scratch wedges. Not saying Scratch is not worth it but if you're getting custom Mizuno irons then custom Mizuno wedges are the only way to go :cool: Gauge Japan putter is a good move.

LOL. Still trying to "pass on" that Patek! :mad:

I'll second that. Mine has a Diamana 83 stiff, D3 @ 42.5" and the club is money! Different to the F-ST+ in that it feels even more solid, is easily workable and just looks great at address, inspiring tremendous confidence. At this point I would say it's going to stay in the bag for a long time, like my Airmuscle. But then again a "long time" is all relative :whistle:

3XB Red X sold! Thanks ohms.

Pics sent.

905T and White Steel 5 sold. Make offers on 3XB Red X and NC4?