Best Golf Equipment According to r/golf

"When my Srixon ZX5 MKI need replacing I will be turning to Wilson. I love their balls too 😉"

"Had the same issue, switch to zx7 for scoring irons solved this for me. I hit my 8i 160-165 and would randomly hit it 200 with the zx5’s. Would catch so many flyers."

"Great set of irons. Srixon is highly underrated, but I truly believe their V-Sole gets through the turf better than any other iron. Currently gaming zx5s. So easy to hit and buttery soft feel."

"It took everything in me not to get fitted before swapping to the ai smokes. I was playing with some 20+ year old Ping G2s with regular shafts before. I told myself I'll get fitted after a year of playing and some improvement. I love nerding out on gear, so golf has been extra difficult not to burn money on."

"I somehow ended up with a hairline crack a couple mm's long on the crown of my Ai Smoke this summer. Called up Callaway, told them I didnt even know how it happened. Send me an Elyte within a week....for free. Amazing company"

"Everythime i’ve bought from them and everyone i know that has it’s been better than stated, I bought a 3,5 wood in Ai Smoke max in “Like new” condition and they were both literally brand new in clear plastic . That one there though looks horrid and I would send it back."

"I’m using a Bag Boy Nitron and it’s been treating me well. They recently been available at Costco as well at a good discount, but still a bit more expensive than the Caddytek one"

"Loved my Nitron, but the amount of times it tipped over was getting a bit too much. I ended up selling my Nitron and purchasing a ClicGear 4. Sits so much lower to the ground that I don't see it tipping."

"I have the BagBoy nitron and I like it. [bag boy nitron](https://www.dynamicbrands.com/products/bag-boy-nitron-auto-open-push-cart)"

"That is the most ridiculous thing I’ve ever heard. If you really have five handicap, and consistently can break 80 most courses, you can tell the difference between a ball that doesn’t spin, and a bowl that spins. You can tell distance off the tee and side spin tendencies. My handicap is a little better than yours, but I’m also 63 years old and my swing speed has dropped. The difference between the srixon zstar diamond and regular Z star is noticeable to me, don’t get me started on the Q star."

"I find the cover on Zstars starts to split along the seam after about 18 holes. They also seem to get super cut up from bunker shots. Prov1s seem much more durable and stay in my bag a lot longer."

"if you have a walmart nearby you’d be better off checking there the next few months for clearance balls. every year in january february they mark various dozens way down. last year i got 6 dozen srixon zstar for just under $100"

"You could get a matching RTX-6. They are really excellent wedges at a slightly lower price point than other brands. I have a mid bounce RTX-6 56° and it might be my favorite club in the bag"

"I have an old set of Mizuno irons, probably more than 10 years old now. I recently bought "new" 2nd hand wedges, a set of Cleaveland Rtx Zipcore's. From the first round I played with them I was blown away how big a difference "new" wedges made. For the first time I felt a bit of confidence hitting approach shots with anything higher lofted than a PW. I did have to Google my PW loft, which is 46°, so I decided on a 50,54 and 58 wedge, my old wedges were 52,56,60 and I think the better grouping also helps. One thing I didn't even know when I bought the Zipcores was that they are the same length shafts. My mind was blown when I played them for the first time. Approach shots feel so much better. My old wedges got shorter as the loft increased, and that was so uncomfortable for me bending low to the ball for approach shots. I would love a new set of irons, heck if I had the dough I probably would buy new irons, but I need to get better at more consistent ball striking. For me, then it would justify the purchase more. But you do you, just thought I would share my recent wedge experience."

"I was like you, went from players cavity mizuno jpx 921 tour. Switched to 2024 Wilson Staff Model blades. Tested against the srixon z forged and wilson won no contest. My favorite iron now ever probably. Gained my half club of distance back AND more spin. Also stellar looking blades."

"I've played in two regional matchplay events. Both times I got paired with guys playing Wilson Staff blades. Both times I made the turn at E/(1) and was sent home on 13. At this point, whenever I see these, I basically piss my pants."

"The only problem with the Staff Model blades is they have probably the most offset of any modern blade. Certainly a lot more than the new Mizuno Pro S-1s or last year's MP241s. I struggle with a left miss and too much offset makes that unbearable."

"Golf digest has a great video comparing the GT, TSR, TSi, and TS lines and the general consensus was that the performance gains were noticeable until the TSR2 and then much smaller after TSR2 going in to GT2 if I remember correctly so I would get the TSR2"

"Yeah my TSR2 got fucked up right before my yearly golf trip, so I had to use the head from my old 917D2 and it did as great as ever. Titleist makes great drivers"

"Titleist TSR2 7 wood with an orange Tour AD DI shaft. Hit it used at the PGA store and immediately ordered a new one with the same specs. 215-230 with gorgeous ball flight. Bought the 4 wood too but it’s not quite as magical."

"Got a new set of irons, Srixon zx7, and got an eagle the first round playing with them. Great drive, then a 7 iron from 178, with a roughly 10 foot putt."

"I'm not disagreeing, but that statement doesn't apply to everyone. I'm sure a pro could spin a plastic Fisher Price club and ball. FWIW, I switched to MP4 and now Miura blades, same ball, same swing +1k spin on 7i and have no problem holding greens like I did with the zx7i."

"I'm a big believer that iron category choice should be determined by how you swing the club and not handicap. Companies simply market GI irons to high handicappers because they tend to swing the club worse and that's the easiest way to do it. I've always had a decent iron swing and no trouble getting the ball up in the air, so after starting with a set of used Sub70 699s I got fit into Srixon ZX7s as a 30 index. I got down to 24 then 16 my first two years with them. I'm a big skeptic of iron forgiveness and I think the main difference between iron categories is just what ball flight you get for various swing deliveries. If you swing relatively fast with good shaft lean, players clubs with closer to traditional loft should be fine. If you swing relatively fast but with less shaft lean you might be better with more aggressive lofts on players distance irons. If you swing relatively slow and/or struggle to get the ball in the air, a GI iron is more likely to give you good flight. To actually answer your question, if someone goes from a swing that works with GI irons and learns to swing faster with better shaft lean, there's a decent chance they'd see better flight from more traditional players clubs."

"I second this. I have tried nothing that are as comfortable as G-Fore shoes. On my third pair and will be getting more in the future."

"I’ll always love the Sun Mountain C130 as it’s a great cart bag. My dad and I each had one that lasted like 10-15 years of heavy use. Recently replaced with a Titleist Hybrid bag which gave me a good mix of storage, lighter, and a stand. The double strap also disconnects so it’s not in the way."

"Ok here it goes. I spent weeks trying to decide on a new cart bag and also spent days deciding between SLC-130 versus 2024 T-Lock , I went with the T-Lock because many brands have that same top type of the SLC-130 it’s very common but have found many complaints that those rubber tops start folding and ripping apart and I saw that complaint from every brand that uses that same top. I have now owned my 2024 T-Lock and is freaking love it, highly recommend https://preview.redd.it/4hspsjy9fduf1.jpeg?width=1290&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=63986925ff1ac2505f4ff25147ffbe84f61e8372"

"Sun Mountain C130 14-way. With XL’s There are a few slots that require a very slight push to get the grip end thru, but they fit nicely. Probably some limited premature wear as a result but I’m not concerned about it. Anything less than XL probably no issue with this bag. I need to find a Sunday bag that works for like 5 or 6 clubs and a putter though. The huge grips really become a problem in Sunday bags"

"Went and got a phantom 5.2 went out to putt with it yesterday. The feel is so nice vs my Ping Anser D. Feel like I get better feedback and pace control."

"I’ve hit the 243s and for practical reasons, I’d advise against them. It gets really annoying playing a round of golf with a constant erection. "

"Happy to hear you like them! Would you recommend them for a 6 handicap? I would totally consider the 243’s but they’re just so ugly to me"

"If you want to buy blades, don’t let the internet stop you but I’d be more likely to look at a forged cavity back before going full blade. Mizuno 243s or whatever the new version is. A lot of tour guys don’t even play a full set of blades these days."

"Ping Anser putter from the late 70’s. Found at a pawn shop about 25 years ago for $3.99. Have only regrouped it once. Patina, the soft face, some character rust in the shaft. My absolute favorite club. Close second is an Adam’s Golf Tom Watson 60* lob wedge. The best feeling wedge I’ve ever used. The only club I am always 100% with. Chips, flops, backspin when needed. I love that thing."

"The Azaleas are very nice but the Japan-exclusive Masters edition pro 241s are on another level."

"Same, though I’m playing the gen 1 version from 1993 or thereabouts - and am likewise looking to replace them. What irons are you looking at? I hit the Mizuno S1 and they felt nice; the Wilson staff CB and Mizuno 241 less so. Have not been able to make friends with any modern hollow bodied clubs when I’ve rented sets."

"Hi. Been through this. Blades - I don't think anyone should go to a straight blade. Talking P-7TW, Mizuno Pro 241, just absolutely sexy ass butter knives. Rare exception if you are super pure +3 or better that has a ton of time to hit the range, then maybe. I think the players cavity is what we're talking about here. Think JPX Tour, Pro 243, P-7CB (770s are a tweener here and go up another level in my opinion). Titleist T100 (I feel 620CB goes opposite of 770 and is tweener there). Other brands certainly apply here. I think this is the broadest category of irons and where most guys who play 2x or more a week should be. Turf interaction is great here. Practicing over time will improve strikes. You don't get the fliers you do on other GI clubs. You see 10hcp all the way to tour guys here. I'm personally at JPX Tour, but I'm just a random idiot. Players distance is probably need 5. 770, probably T150 all apply here. Basically for the guys swinging a little slower that need help with distance. You aren't selling out completely for distance, but you do get some help. Anyway, switch when you notice you start hitting over greens. You got a p790 or whatever and start consistently air mailing your yardage by 15-20yards, that's a good time. Going smaller is all about distance control on fliers. If you never notice it, or you course doesn't heavily penalize going long, you may not need to ever."

"I've been loving my Cobra darkspeed. The contact feels so solid. Enjoy that beauty."

"I tried the darkspeed earlier this year and hated it. Long off the center but mishits were everywhere."

"I bought a Darkspeed for $300 at the end of summer, it’s an awesome driver you really can’t go wrong with it at around that price."

"I was playing Bridgestone RXS/ RXB (whatever the green ones are) religiously. Went on a kick of trying to find cheaper balls and I’ll be damned if I could tell the difference other than a little lighter off the driver, but my putting has improved dramatically."

"I love the Bridgestone RXS. Good greenside and one of the most durable urethane balls I've played."

"put your info into bridgestones ball fitter and try w.e pops out. for me it was tour b r xs."

"Bought a V6 shift on an Ebay auction. Only thing “wrong” with it was a bit of sand and dirt near the slope switch. Can’t think of anything I dislike. Very accurate. Not sure if it’s worth full price though!"

"I’ve had the top of the line bushnell, I’ve had the $50 Amazon ones. Minimal difference in performance, maybe one second difference in lock, +\1 yard in accuracy, and a premium vs cheap feel which doesn’t really matter, it’s a tool. I prefer the battery vs the usb charged ones. I’d recommend either a cheaper new one or a used premium one which won’t be that much more expensive, not like these things degrade over time assuming the lens hasn’t been fucked up. I went with a used bushnell V6, was like $150 on eBay. And don’t buy a black one if you’re going to magnet it onto the cart, or get a case if so."

"I can't really comment on temu rangefinders but I did own a Callaway 300 pro for a season. At $200 it would constantly struggle to figure out the exact distance. Depending on your skill level 5-10 yards makes all the difference. I lost that rangefinder and ended up splurging on the Bushnell V6 shift. So far it's 100% accurate on reads and the sight picture is way nicer. Is it worth $400? Idk probably not lol."

"It was an awesome experience. So far, the best fitting I have done. That King Tour with the DG Tour X100 with that added length was so good. Numbers were so tight that even my heel/toe strikes did not deviate much."

"I got into King Tours about a month ago. I love em. They had better feel and spin for me. "

"I went into my iron fitting thinking ZXi7, T150, P770 and walked out with cobra King Tours. Felt so much better and had significantly more spin than anything else I hit. "