bigvivec Posted July 3, 2008 Report Share Posted July 3, 2008 i was at my fitter today getting my 51* wedge bent to 53* and a tourstage wedge caught my eye...didn't get the model name but it looks the same as a Bridgestone J33 forged wedge, just the Tourstage model...I did a few practice swings with it, checked the lie, rolled it to see the bounce and really liked the feel...the hosel is extra long and adds a nice heft to the wedge, nice big grooves and though I didn't hit it, I have played my friend's set of Tourstage clubs and they felt better than my mizunos...anyhow, it will most likely be in my bag within the week, just wondering if any of you have seen or tried one... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gocchin Posted July 3, 2008 Report Share Posted July 3, 2008 Great wedges from Tourstage. If you're talking about the one that looks like the J33 forged then it's the old X-wedge from nearly 4 years ago that the Bridgestone's were designed after. I'd highly recommend the new X-Wedges from 2007 or any of the premium forged Tourstage irons... quality stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idrive Posted July 3, 2008 Report Share Posted July 3, 2008 About a month a go I gave my nephew a 58* 2007 x-wedge to compare against his Taylormade wedge that he said was the best wedge on the Planet. The TM wedge is in his garage collecting rust now.... I've never seen a club improve someones game as much as this wedge has improved his. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xchangmanx Posted July 4, 2008 Report Share Posted July 4, 2008 I like the maru x wedges. 53 and 59 are awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wmclarenf1 Posted July 4, 2008 Report Share Posted July 4, 2008 Not very soft for a forging. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigvivec Posted July 4, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2008 Great wedges from Tourstage. If you're talking about the one that looks like the J33 forged then it's the old X-wedge from nearly 4 years ago that the Bridgestone's were designed after. I'd highly recommend the new X-Wedges from 2007 or any of the premium forged Tourstage irons... quality stuff. Yeah...the shops around here (Jakarta) are funny...they will have the latest clubs right next to some old stock from years ago...not familar with the tourstage line so they could potentially unload on a guy like me...did some research here on the site and at varions locales on the net and it seems that the epon wedges are very well received...personally I didn't like the look at address of the 208kgx and thought that there was too much bounce (confirmed by looking up the stats) but the older kgx look like a better fit as do the technictys...might have to take a second look...I believe that they have the x wedge (saw a picture on another site) in the shop as well...liked the leading edge in particular on the older model, will have to investigate...there were also some tour seidas, YuRuRi raw wedges (again, had no idea what they were but liked both at address...after net education I have a better idea) and some fourteens (which I HAD heard of before)...basically I'm a former cleveland then vokey user looking to go forged...luckily there are lots of quality japanese offerings that I can put my hands on...any input would be appreciated but at this point I'd have to say that my first choice would be the x wedge from tourstage if it is anything like the old model I looked at... BTW...thanks guys...this is a great forum! Now I just have to contribute more rather than just lurk all the time... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigvivec Posted July 6, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 6, 2008 Yeah...the shops around here (Jakarta) are funny...they will have the latest clubs right next to some old stock from years ago...not familar with the tourstage line so they could potentially unload on a guy like me...did some research here on the site and at varions locales on the net and it seems that the epon wedges are very well received...personally I didn't like the look at address of the 208kgx and thought that there was too much bounce (confirmed by looking up the stats) but the older kgx look like a better fit as do the technictys...might have to take a second look...I believe that they have the x wedge (saw a picture on another site) in the shop as well...liked the leading edge in particular on the older model, will have to investigate...there were also some tour seidas, YuRuRi raw wedges (again, had no idea what they were but liked both at address...after net education I have a better idea) and some fourteens (which I HAD heard of before)...basically I'm a former cleveland then vokey user looking to go forged...luckily there are lots of quality japanese offerings that I can put my hands on...any input would be appreciated but at this point I'd have to say that my first choice would be the x wedge from tourstage if it is anything like the old model I looked at...BTW...thanks guys...this is a great forum! Now I just have to contribute more rather than just lurk all the time... So I checked around some more and have settled on getting the xwedge 07 after visiting a few shops around town...I had no idea that there was a Bridgestone/Tourstage store here in town (that's all they carry!)...Who knew? The shop is located around the corner from a golf store that I frequent, but it is on the second floor above a restaurant serviced by an open door and an unmarked stairwell...the new things you find out...but have some questions for the experts... Where are the clubs made (Endo?) Is the difference between the black wedge and the satin finish purely cosmetic or is there some different properties involved? Looking forward to getting my hands on it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigvivec Posted July 12, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 12, 2008 I picked up the xwedge in black, 58*/8* today...great first impressions and chipped a few around with it...can't wait to get it on the course tomorrow... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idrive Posted July 12, 2008 Report Share Posted July 12, 2008 That's the exact Wedge I gave to my Nephew. It was a gift.... After using it for a couple of weeks he was so worried I would want it back he paid me for it!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigvivec Posted July 13, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 13, 2008 So I took it out on the course today...nice club...definitely a good choice...the difference between forged and cast wasn't readily apparent on the first few three quarter swings...felt good but nothing really noticable...short shots I could really tell a difference in feel, and control was very good...I was able to go after the pin a little more aggressivley 90yds and in with this club as it was pretty confidence inspiring...I hit this club more than I wanted to today (missing GIRs like it was my job...) but was able to test it at a variety of distances, lies and approach situations...I need to get used to the club but the great feel coupled with good spin and confidence at set up has me very pleased with the purchase...my first pitch into a green today, a 80 yd three quarter swing, zipped back 15 feet...whoops! It was nice to have to work to take spin OFF of a club...one thing I need to get checked is the swingweight...the club was too light at the beginning of the round so I slapped some lead tape on it and it played better...need to regrip to a round with two underwraps and get the swingweight checked and add lead tape accordingly (not a fan of swingweighting via shaft weighting...feels funny to me...) I love this club and am looking to replace my 52* now... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aperture Posted July 17, 2008 Report Share Posted July 17, 2008 Hi Bigvivec. I am also a big fan of tourstage product and living in Jakarta. I own the 2007 wedge 56* 14 bounce.. great wedge tons of spin. I love it around the green for the spin and control. Whereas the high bounce really works well on soft turf ( most of the course I played are soft). I am very happy with it and it will be in my bag for a long time. Bytheway from your previous post you mention that there is a store that sells the older version of the tourstage wedge (not the 2007). May I know the name and location of the store? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigvivec Posted July 19, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 19, 2008 Hi Bigvivec.I am also a big fan of tourstage product and living in Jakarta. I own the 2007 wedge 56* 14 bounce.. great wedge tons of spin. I love it around the green for the spin and control. Whereas the high bounce really works well on soft turf ( most of the course I played are soft). I am very happy with it and it will be in my bag for a long time. Bytheway from your previous post you mention that there is a store that sells the older version of the tourstage wedge (not the 2007). May I know the name and location of the store? Thanks AddThirty ...between Senayan and Blok M...Ask for Budi and tell him Mr. Harlan sent you... Phone:0217392518 ...and if you are ever looking for a game, I play Senayan 4-5 times a week early mornings... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aperture Posted July 19, 2008 Report Share Posted July 19, 2008 Thanks for the information . I will call them up to check on the wedges. .. and thanks for the invitation.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurboSport Posted July 28, 2008 Report Share Posted July 28, 2008 I just bought an x-wedge by TourStage as well, 60 deg loft, 8 deg bounce. There is a chain of Japanese owned golf shops. They are at PGA driving range, above Papaya supermarket at Blok M, on Radio Dalam and inside the MidPlaza office building. Right now they have a sale and the prices beat those Tourspecgolf ... I paid US$108 equivalent. Your quote US$159 after discount. I think Jakarta has the best prices in golf equipment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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