t425 Posted November 18, 2012 Report Share Posted November 18, 2012 Geotech Prototype RF700 a-Spec Hi Cor Has anyone tried it? Any reviews? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaleUK Posted November 18, 2012 Report Share Posted November 18, 2012 yep i used one this Year ....(from time to time) nice club for the Money,deffo long!!... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t425 Posted November 19, 2012 Author Report Share Posted November 19, 2012 Dale, how was the sound & feel at impact? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaleUK Posted November 20, 2012 Report Share Posted November 20, 2012 Dale, how was the sound & feel at impact? The sound was loud, maybe a little on the high pitch side???( tinny) The feel wasn't bad at all, it's no Epon BUT I've hot far worse for a heck of alot more Cash!! I've said it and ill say it again GeoTech make some very nice Gear! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMSTERFORGED Posted November 30, 2012 Report Share Posted November 30, 2012 Got a contact if in Europe if your interested in Geotech clubs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gocchin Posted December 1, 2012 Report Share Posted December 1, 2012 I touched on it a while back... for the money its a good buy though it may not feel or look as premium as the higher costing brands. It has a firmer feel and Geotech designs their heads to handle faster swing speeds as well unlike many of the new ultra thin faced Hi Cors today. <a href="http://www.golftoimpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/DSC_3769-1.jpg"><img'>http://www.golftoimpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/DSC_3769-1.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-17621" title="DSC_3769-1" src="http://www.golftoimpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/DSC_3769-1.jpg" alt="" width="648" height="248" /></a> Geotech sent me their new Prototype RF700 driver to check out. The great thing about this driver is its their Alpha Spec model which is Hi Cor/Non conforming at close to 0.88 COR. Non Conforming models seem to be making a come back of sorts these days after nearly reaching extinction with most major manufacturers moving to USGA conforming heads in the last decade. Recently however, many amateurs who play for fun and recreationally simply want more distance and don't mind playing a non conforming driver. <a href="http://www.golftoimpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/DSC_3773-1.jpg"><img'>http://www.golftoimpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/DSC_3773-1.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-17622" title="DSC_3773-1" src="http://www.golftoimpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/DSC_3773-1.jpg" alt="" width="648" height="429" /></a> The RF700 is finished in all black and it looks pretty good. It is aimed at the better player all the way up to average golfer wanting a head that maintains a traditional shape and has a square face angle. With a non conforming SP700 face, this driver is obviously aimed at distance performance but at the same time Geotech did not want to sacrifice control and stability. <a href="http://www.golftoimpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/rf700driver.jpg"><img'>http://www.golftoimpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/rf700driver.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-17623" title="rf700driver" src="http://www.golftoimpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/rf700driver.jpg" alt="" width="648" height="429" /></a> The SP700 face features variable thickness which provides pure feel when struck in the center. The CG point is located right in the center of the face and pushed back deeper in the head for a high launch but low spin trajectory. The face of the RF700 is actually on the deeper side which allows for control and workability. It's score lines do not go all the way across the face which seems to be preferred by those looking for less spin and distance. <a href="http://www.golftoimpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/rf700driver3.jpg"><img'>http://www.golftoimpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/rf700driver3.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-17624" title="rf700driver3" src="http://www.golftoimpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/rf700driver3.jpg" alt="" width="648" height="429" /></a> The head itself is 435cc and features a semi high back design. This allows the player to produce a level blow on the ball but still create a higher launch with low spin. The hosel insertion depth has be increased on the RF700 to create more stability and control. <a href="http://www.golftoimpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/rf700driver2.jpg"><img'>http://www.golftoimpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/rf700driver2.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-17627" title="rf700driver2" src="http://www.golftoimpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/rf700driver2.jpg" alt="" width="648" height="429" /></a> Players will like the look of the RF700 at address as its shape is on the compact side and face angle open to square. The 9.5* is spec'ed as 0.5* open and the 10.5* as a 0* square face. The 10.5* tester I had certainly appeared square at address and looked to have very little bulge. I spent a bit of time with the driver at the range here and it was more forgiving than I expected for a 435cc driver with deep face. Shots of the toe and heel did not lose too much distance and those struck in the middle launched very easily and with both good carry and run. As with most Geotech drivers, the sound is more muted. They never seem to make drivers that produce that high pitched metallic impact sound you can find in many drivers today. Like usual, the strength of Geotech's heads lie in its cost performance value. The RF700 is no exception as it provides pretty good looks, feel and performance for a fraction of what other top JDM Hi Cor heads cost. It is available in the <a href="http://www.tourspecgolf.com"><strong>our pro shop</strong></a> for those who want to try it out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xerobound Posted December 1, 2012 Report Share Posted December 1, 2012 Its a great driver for that extra pop and nice metallic sound. I think it's one of the best buy for your money! (If you're looking for that distance gainer) Love the traditional looks of the head. It's cool to see a "players" type head with a non conforming face! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoreBeerBetterGolf Posted December 21, 2012 Report Share Posted December 21, 2012 I just picked one of these up from vistancia, going to throw an Oban Devotion 7 05 Flex in it. I really am not sure why I bought it other than it was cheap, because I can't really use it for league or any competition, but I think it will be fun to mess around with for weekend rounds with buddies n beer. I will post a full comprehensive review on it once I get it built and have some time (and weather) to put it in play. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spoon Posted December 21, 2012 Report Share Posted December 21, 2012 for the price you cant complain. its bang for your buck. i am certain though i am not the target market. for some reason i dont get aroused when we talk about geotech. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swisstrader Posted December 21, 2012 Report Share Posted December 21, 2012 The guys I play with would be on the USGA conforming site in a New York minute if I ever pulled out a nonconforming driver. We enjoy our weekend golf but if there's cash on the line, no way you're going to pull that thing out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoreBeerBetterGolf Posted December 21, 2012 Report Share Posted December 21, 2012 The guys I play with would be on the USGA conforming site in a New York minute if I ever pulled out a nonconforming driver. We enjoy our weekend golf but if there's cash on the line, no way you're going to pull that thing out. All depends on who I'm playing. I've got hardcore buddies and ones that are more concerned with shooting the s**t than shooting under 90. And C I am a little concerned with your pseudo admission that some golf clubs arouse you! Lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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