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Personally I hit the Egg longer than any other FW I have tried before. You have a swing speed close to idrive who is also using the Egg and can chime in. The Egg is shallower than the Fourteen and is also more forgiving. As a matter of a fact I think idrive replaced a Fourteen with the Egg.

As I posted on http://www.golftoimpress.com Yamaha has announced its all new line of 2010 clubs. Today I'll start by introducing its driver lineup. The Yamaha Inpres X Driver series has really dominated the Japanese market in recent years. A combination of awesome design, finish, performance and feel have kept them at the top of the sales charts in Japan. Yamaha has always released drivers to suit several player levels and styles and 2010 is no different as they will be releasing 4 new drivers up from their usual 3 models a year. The V series which has always been aimed at the athlete golfer or low handicapper and pro level player has gone from 1 model to 2 models with an introduction of a limited edition TOURMODEL. The D Series for the average golfer remains with 2 models a standard model and a Type S model. Here is a look at the breakdown of the 4 models and what kind of players they target. The V Series is aimed at control, for those who want to work the ball left and right, while the D Series is automatic in other words swing away and the driver does the work. The V Series features a higher and shallower center of gravity for a more piercing and controlled trajectory. Both models feature a 0* square face angle and neutral weighting. Interestingly, the V201 TOURMODEL has a lower CG placement than the standard V201 model which launches the lowest of all 4 models. The V201 TOURMODEL provides a mid trajectory and is easily workable left or right. The standard V201 launches low and straight. The trajectory of both V Series models can also be attributed to the stock shafts which are high end shafts from Graphite Design and Fujikura rather than OEM Yamaha shafts. The V201 TOURMODEL features the new Tour AD DI-6 shaft as its stock shaft. This is an all new design from Graphite Design featuring a touch softer butt than the EV Series but a much firmer tip area than the EV. This results in a lower trajectory and increased control than the previous EV series which launched higher. Paired with the Yamaha, this is a mid launch combo with low spin and the control that pro players want. The V201 features an all new Fujikura shaft, the Rombax J. The 6J10 is made only for Japan and compared to last years 6Y09 has a much stiffer mid section to tip area. The Rombax J features a 2 carbon ply overlay overlapping a 3 carbon ply weave. The softer butt provides feel but the stiff mid section and tip area make the launch low and piercing. The Inpres X D Series which is the number one selling driver series in all of Japan for 2009 features the standard D201 and D201 Type S. Like previous years, the standard D201 is weighted for a draw and the Type S for a straight to fade ball. The CG placement in both D series drivers is identical at 37.0mm deep and 33.5mm high. Only the weighting is different and the face angle as the Type S has a 0* square face and the standard D201 a 1.0* closed face. So these provide higher launch coupled with lower spin thanks to the new shaft and face design. There is a new forged Ti face for both the V and D Series, an evolution of Yamaha's X inface design. The 2008 had the X inface and the 2009 the multi X inface design. The 2010 models feature an all new Cross X design with a circle stroke around the X to create the biggest sweet spot ever on a Yamaha driver. The Cross and Circle create 8 sections of the face with variable thickness hence the name OCTAFACE. The shape of the cross as well as the thickness measurements vary between the V and D Series. The Cross pattern favors misses high and low on the face for the V Series as the better player doesn't miss as often on the toe or heel. The D Series Cross is rotated to create forgiveness high on the toe and low at the heel, typical miss spots for the average golfer. The OCTAFACE V on the V Series features a thicker sweet spot that caters to faster and harder hitters while the OCTAFACE D features a thinner walled sweet area to focus on distance performance. The D Series also features an all new shaft from Yamaha the "orbit". The oribit comes in two flavors, a Square Impact Design model and a Draw Impact Design model. The orbit focuses on creating stable kick and squaring the head at impact for optimal contact. Not only does the orbit square the face to the ball but it creates a plane where the head lines up to the ground creating a parallel line between the CG point and impact point on the face. This provides optimal launch and spin. The dual kick orbit creates a mid to high kick followed by a mid to low kick that creates an accelerating feeling as the shaft unloads. One of the reasons why the Yamaha drivers perform so well is that their heads always spin relatively low. Rather than focus on the high launch max carry concept, the Inpres X line has always focused on optimal launch (which is not necessarily high) with low spin for carry AND run. The combination of head design mated with the right shaft produce the type of trajectory that players today are looking for as shown in the chart below: So Yamaha looks to continue its streak of best selling drivers as they seem to always produce what the Japanese consumer is looking for, cutting edge designs, features and technology that simply perform and feel great. Look for the new drivers to be in our pro shop very soon for pre orders. Make sure you check out the blog in the next few days for my 2010 Yamaha irons preview.

People definitely love the ability to customize the specs and on top of it the performance and feel and forgiveness I must have helped more than 10 people already in the last month alone with their specs for the Kamui including one with a 57* lie and 2* open face at 9* loft and fade biased. If you need something specific (like idrive's 57* lie) feel free to contact me as I am in contact with Kamui regularly. I battle the right side so my specs were 11* 61* lie 2.0* closed Draw biased Black Pearl 0.88COR Motore Speeder VC3.0 lightweight specs 282g total weight C8 Swing Weight 44.5"

Yes B, they can also shift the weighting in the head since its built from scratch ie if you want it draw biased or fade biased or neutral. The CG is placed a touch back for a higher low spin launch but because the lofts are true to spec unlike many OEM's it actually launches lower for me even though I am using an 11* with Motore Speeder than say my PRGR GN502 10.5 with Griffin. There is no other custom built driver like this from any other manufacturer.

I've had one for a few weeks. I am very happy with it especially the feel. It's very soft and reminds me more of the 460ZR from Epon except more forgiving for me and longer. (I have the 0.88 COR one) It's been our best selling driver over the last few weeks and its not even close. Tourspecgolfer (Chris) tested one while in Japan here a few weeks ago and idrive has one as well so they may want to chime in.

I already did a quick overview and preview of the SP line as well here: http://www.golftoimpress.com/2009/10/geote...eries-overview/ Lots of pics and a sound at impact video.

The lofts are the same and they are better suited for a digger as the Proto actually has a slightly wider sole. The DP-2010 has no 60* loft though.

Any one who is interested in the Proto's can contact me as we have a few from the Three Luck tour van as described here: http://www.golftoimpress.com/2009/09/three...eam-jump-wedge/

ONOFF introduces their all new S-Forged wedge based on Prototype wedges used by pro golfer Shingo Katayama who joined ONOFF earlier this year. These premium Japan forged wedges feature mutli grind soles for versatility and micro milled face (on the 58* only) for awesome spin and control. The S-Forged focuses on feel and control with a teardrop like shape and minimal offset. The 52/6 S-Forged features a rounder grind sole while the 58/10 features a multigrind indented sole for that reduces friction and contact. The ONOFF S-Forged is finished in a soft Ni-CR plating and a satin finish. Both wedges are good for amateur play up to 2024 regarding USGA rules (they do not have v grooves). Available with NS Pro 950GH Stiff or DG S200 shafts. These are forged by Endo and are ultra limited. (I am trying to get a set for myself even). ONOFF S-Forged Wedge

Yes the new 2009 model complies with the new groove rules.

Actually 5 star has nothing to do with gold though yes you can add gold too. 5 Star equals work by the most senior Hon,a craftsman using top carbon for the shafts http://www.honmagolf.co.jp/item/shaft_e.ph...l_menu=10#grade and the following options to create pretty much your own custom irons and custom shafts: Irons 1. Changing head finishes 3. Putting name or Original logo 4. Changing face finish 5. Changing face thickness 6. Changing blade thickness 7. Changing center of gravity 8. Changing Grind 9. Changing Offset Shafts 1. Changing kick point 2. Changing torque 3. Changing flex 4. Changing weight 5. Putting name or Original logo 6. Changing color Grips 1. Putting name on grip end.

Mizuno's ultra premium bling bling monarch line. Been around a long time and for the rich folk who want premium bling. No where near Honma 5 Star though. That set is 6000.00+ Honma 5 Star irons are over 20,000.00 a set. And also Honma 5 Star is not necessarily bling bling. Maybe many years ago but Beres in in no way Bling. Note I removed the link (please don't link to competitors websites here guys (^_^))

Small brand in Japan. Relatively unknown. Uses open model catalog heads and restamps them with the Ikasu brand. Never used them myself so I cannot comment on finish and feel.

We can get all Sky Dream Jump putters but there really aren't that many outstanding models right now. They have not updated their putter line since 2007.

Well said G, now please email Epon the same words. (^_^) We have long tried to convince them of the advantages of selling on TSG and the marketing we provide but they have made their decision.

No problem R, you're pretty much echoing what I said and going a step further by actually mentioning "price control". (^_^)

Yes and he should since he's a great builder. (^_^)

Actually Epon will also eventually enforce the policy of no internet sales in Japan as well. It will just take longer to do so for them since there are many internet sellers of Epon in Japan. No conspiracy here. They want to build a network of retailers and protect those retailers ie buyer doesn't go to their own local retailer because TSG a company with low overhead can price lower just as golf 37 above said, and this makes local retailers hesitate to open an account if they cannot beat some online retailers price. As the manufacturer it is up to Epon to establish these rules, whether we like them or not (we don't and would of course love to continue selling Epon online). Also buying equipment that does not suit a player can hurt a company because an uneducated and unsympathetic consumer would immediately blame the company's gear ie these don't perform for me not because I didn't buy the right gear but because they are no good. Sad but true. While we here on this forum know clubs well and realize that not every club works for every player, some customers think just because people say a club is good it will work for them which is not always the case. So Epon has made their decision and we will abide by it even if we would rather not. (^_^)

Not a problem Doc, I will use this thread if you don't mind to answer any questions about the change for us and Epon.

We are definitely working together still and will be very much so in the future. As I noted in my other post, we are only complying with their new internet sales policy. So you heard through the "grapevine" incorrectly. (^_^) LC, that is the first time I have seen that driver and I highly doubt it is made at Endo. I think I will be sending Epon those pics to check out.

Hi Doc, You're not the only one who noticed so we should definitely let everyone know what is going on. Epon as a premium brand has always wanted their clubs sold through proper fitting methods and one to one dealings with customers. They have enforced a policy of no internet sales outside of Japan for their clubs. They asked us to help them set an example by complying first with their new policy so we being big supporters of Epon agreed to do so. While I do not agree with this move personally as I think it will reduce Epon's global reach and make it much harder for people to buy Epon, they do have their reasons and that is to grow their global retailer network and ensure that people are fit properly for their clubs. We will continue to support and work directly with Epon and still do believe it is a premium brand as you all know.

We should be able to get them for you. Let me check.

What you said is pretty much right. 3 4 5 for the AF-901. It depends on the set of irons you are playing. ie if your 5 iron has a 25* loft then the 25* AF-901 replaces the 5 iron.

It's interesting when PRGR first released this EGG Spoon it only came with shafts up to M-43 which is like 97mph. But suddenly low handicappers, fast and hard swingers as well as pros wanted it so thats why they offer it with upgrade shafts now. ] Shingo Katayama swears by this Egg Spoon!

J, the feel is interesting isn't it? It's not metallic or a tink sound like most FW's. Very solid.