PXG Gen 1 vs Gen 2

[Kaexo]

Seeing how I can't really test them against each other. Enjoyed the Gen 1s so leaning on going PXG.

 

Through their hereos program I can get their Gen 1s now for $935 shipped or pay the extra coin for the Gen 2s. Price isn't a problem but if the Gen 2s arent worth an extra $2500.

 

Thoughts?

[SEP1006]

"Worth an extra $2500"

No one here can tell you that, only you can decide that. I had the Gen 1's and now play the Gen 2's, absolutely worth every penny to me. But that's for me.

[the bishop]

Personally I've never had a problem playing previous generation's golf technology. If it were my money I'd say go with the Gen 1's and when the Gen 3's come out maybe you can score some Gen 2's through the Heroes program. I've never played or hit either but an old saying goes "price is what you pay and value is what you get". And insofar as this situation is concerned only you can determine that.

[Kaexo]

Thanks for the advice.

[Clambake]

Check with PXG, but I recall seeing a press note on Facebook yesterday that GEN2 will also be available on the Heroes program for a limited time.

[Kaexo]

Check with PXG, but I recall seeing a press note on Facebook yesterday that GEN2 will also be available on the Heroes program for a limited time.

 

Only the SGI Gen 2s are going to be in it for the foreseeable future.

[prouse25]

I have played the original gen 1’s for three years. Tested the gen 2 “p” version on trackman side by side with my set. Absolutely no performance difference. Same distance and groupings. I actually prefer the gen 1’s over the gen 2. Regardless of price, my preference is for the originals.

[chal0072]

Hit XF gen1 6i today at club champion. Awesome feels so soft and maybe a club and a half longer than my cf16. I think I will get it especially at that price. I went in and want to try Mizuno 919 and Ping i500, but these are super solid.

[ssfranny]

Seeing how I can't really test them against each other. Enjoyed the Gen 1s so leaning on going PXG.

 

Through their hereos program I can get their Gen 1s now for $935 shipped or pay the extra coin for the Gen 2s. Price isn't a problem but if the Gen 2s arent worth an extra $2500.

 

Thoughts?

 

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Seeing how I can't really test them against each other. Enjoyed the Gen 1s so leaning on going PXG.

 

Through their hereos program I can get their Gen 1s now for $935 shipped or pay the extra coin for the Gen 2s. Price isn't a problem but if the Gen 2s arent worth an extra $2500.

 

Thoughts?

 

I have Gen1 have compared to the Gen2 at demo days dont see a material diff in distance or forgiveness.

[BirdieBob]

Here’s the breakdown of what PXG says makes its GEN 2 better than the original:

• Longer Distance (faster ball speed)
  
• Higher Launch
  
• Lower Spin
  
• Higher Peak Height
  
• Steeper Landing Angle
  
• Improved Dispersion
  
• Better turf interaction
  

[Kevinnz]

Cosmetic changes and Yes Im keeping my gen1 0311t for a long time.

[Pleasedwith3putts]

I think only you can define what is worth the extra $2500

 

For some it might be saving one shot a round, for others three shots and for some it is preferring the look even though the performance is no different.

 

My experience was that the changes were fairly modest and I would think that getting the right shaft and having the clubs correctly built to your exact needs would make a bigger difference than performance changes through merely changing heads.

 

FWIW if I had that particular decision I would stick with Gen 1s, simply because the Gen 2's would not be worth the extra $2500 to me. I still find the players model to have too much offset for my liking and I view the Gen 2 changes as having the least impact on the tour model

[clark827]

As others noted it's really about you. But my twist will be on your ball flight. Some people will see an advantage from the lower spin higher launch promised with Gen 2. Others may be hurt by that. It's about what is best for you versus value of purchase.

[ssfranny]

Here’s the breakdown of what PXG says makes its GEN 2 better than the original:

• Longer Distance (faster ball speed)
  
• Higher Launch
  
• Lower Spin
  
• Higher Peak Height
  
• Steeper Landing Angle
  
• Improved Dispersion
  
• Better turf interaction
  

 

How do irons get higher launch and lower spin?

[ShortGameJunkie]

Here’s the breakdown of what PXG says makes its GEN 2 better than the original:

• Longer Distance (faster ball speed)
  
• Higher Launch
  
• Lower Spin
  
• Higher Peak Height
  
• Steeper Landing Angle
  
• Improved Dispersion
  
• Better turf interaction
  

 

How do irons get higher launch and lower spin?

 

Not sure if you are being sarcastic but the answer to your question would generally be lower CG

[SwingMan]

Here’s the breakdown of what PXG says makes its GEN 2 better than the original:

• Longer Distance (faster ball speed)
  
• Higher Launch
  
• Lower Spin
  
• Higher Peak Height
  
• Steeper Landing Angle
  
• Improved Dispersion
  
• Better turf interaction
  

 

 

Yes, they must sell the Gen 2, but it seems for many golfers and reviewers, the changes are not noticeable.

 

But some want the latest and greatest, while others look for value.

 

Be Bob's guest as to your choice and have fun.

[clinkinfo]

"Worth an extra $2500"

No one here can tell you that, only you can decide that. I had the Gen 1's and now play the Gen 2's, absolutely worth every penny to me. But that's for me.

 

 

What specifically does gen 2 do better that's worth an additional 2.5 times the purchase price? 2.5 times the distance? 2.5 times the accuracy?

 

Sorry, it's just hard to believe it's anything other than marketing and some tiny tweaks.

[GoGoErky]

Performance pro a lu won’t chabge much between them but for me the difference was in feel. Gen2 felt better enough to me.

 

The cost difference and the worth will be up to you. If you plan to game them fit 2+ years and play a significant number of rounds/year probably 25ish or more then the cost is worth it imo

[BirdieBob]

"Worth an extra $2500"

No one here can tell you that, only you can decide that. I had the Gen 1's and now play the Gen 2's, absolutely worth every penny to me. But that's for me.

 

 

What specifically does gen 2 do better that's worth an additional 2.5 times the purchase price? 2.5 times the distance? 2.5 times the accuracy?

 

Sorry, it's just hard to believe it's anything other than marketing and some tiny tweaks.

 

 

Just about everything! And the latest always will cost more just like a new driver is more than last years model.

 

http://www.golfwrx.c.../#entry17909358

[Tiptx1122]

"Worth an extra $2500"

No one here can tell you that, only you can decide that. I had the Gen 1's and now play the Gen 2's, absolutely worth every penny to me. But that's for me.

 

 

What specifically does gen 2 do better that's worth an additional 2.5 times the purchase price? 2.5 times the distance? 2.5 times the accuracy?

 

Sorry, it's just hard to believe it's anything other than marketing and some tiny tweaks.

 

 

Just about everything! And the latest always will cost more just like a new driver is more than last years model.

 

http://www.golfwrx.c.../#entry17909358

Wow! that has got to be one nice looking set of clubs that you have, and very expensive

[Tiptx1122]

"Worth an extra $2500"

No one here can tell you that, only you can decide that. I had the Gen 1's and now play the Gen 2's, absolutely worth every penny to me. But that's for me.

There is nothing worth an extra $2500 worth it when it comes to golf equipment especially when it's only the next release to come out. I'm sure they are nice but seriously. Everyone who just went out and bought the Gen 1's thru the Hero's program are very happy with their purchase and feel the same way since they are much more reasonably priced then what the Gen 2's are. I understand that no one likes to be told how they should spend their money as we all work hard for it.

[dunn]

Seriously doubt gen 2 is worth 2k more than gen 1

 

Slightly better feel maybe but pretty much same club

[Lobber]

You can order Gen 1 to your specs directly from PXG at prices comparable to big box brands.

[dunn]

$175 a club for last month or so

 

Or gen 2 for $400 a club...

 

If I was gonna try PXG this is a no brainer.....and I thought about it and still am.....

 

Just have too many sets currently....

[Cuja444]

Im getting fit thursday and going to give gen 1 a try. My buddies are going to rip on me hard when im shooting over 100 with these in my bag.