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[COBRA PUMA GOLF]

> @Gehly said:

> Any difference structurally in the F9 driver between different lofts? or is 9* head same as 10.5*?

 

The heads are similar in structure but different in weighting and other specs. We designed the 9.0 head to be a spin killer, so we positioned internal weighting low and forward. In testing, the 9.0* spins on average 400 rpm less than the F8+. The 10.5 head has the weight positioned low and back to promote higher launch with optimized spin.

Thanks to CNC milling, we are able to design the bulge and roll curvatures differently between the lofts to account for different swing speeds and attack angles. The 9.0 head has less loft on the bottom half of the face to reduce spin on low shots, while the 10.5 head has slightly more loft on the bottom half of the face to promote higher launch.

The 9.0 head also has a slightly flatter lie angle compared to the 10.5 head. - TO

[COBRA PUMA GOLF]

> @ckeller52 said:

> Any thoughts of adding Baffler Rails to the F9 driver? Rickey does hit it off the deck every once in a while.

 

No. Rickie has not asked for Baffler Rails on the driver. Due to a shallower Angle of Attack for this shot they are not as beneficial.

 

TO

[COBRA PUMA GOLF]

> @n8rsgonnan8 said:

> Are there advantages or thoughts to expanding the MIM process from wedges to irons?

Yes MIM is a great newer technology for golf, and the industry has been using MIM for tungsten weights for many years. With the KING MIM wedge it's the first in the industry for clubs heads and robotic polishing in the way for the future. So we do expect it to apply to other types of products moving forward. - TO

 

[COBRA PUMA GOLF]

> @theboypinoy said:

> With the different personalities among Tour staff on Cobra Golf's roster, have there been any cool ideas that they contributed in terms of marketing the different innovations in the products? For instance, actors have contributed ideas to scripts or ad-libbed lines into the final product, anything similar with the Tour staff? Rickie, Bryson, and Lexi seem like they would have interesting ideas

 

 

Yes, we work super closely with our Tour pro's for innovation and marketing ideas. With Rickie, we focus a lot on the overall look and sound of the product when he sees initial prototypes. With the F9 driver, Rickie had some great input for the overall cosmetics of the driver. With Bryson our R&D team dialed in his ONE Length irons and commercialized it for the masses...no small feat :) We have been working closely with Lexi in developing some new prototype irons too. From a marketing standpoint, our players are always giving us great new ideas...especially for social. - LE

 

[hartrick11]

Any chance of offering power spec/retro spec lofts in future iron sets, or a more forgiving blended set than the King Forged CB/MB? I love my current set of the King Forged CBs and added in a Forged Tec Black 4i, with lofts on the 4 and 5 tweaked, but it seems like a bit of a gap in offerings when you look at how the competitive landscape has evolved even in the last two years since the Forged Tec Blacks were released.

 

Then again, maybe just a set of DBM Forged Tours would fit that bill! Keep doing what you're doing! The CBs are the best feeling irons I've ever played.

[COBRA PUMA GOLF]

> @bok006 said:

> Is there any chance of more clubhead choices for the single length irons (sgi, gi, cb, blade) both cast and forged.

 

Let's see, we have made them in most of our lineup, F7, F8, F9 (GI), F Max (SGI, last years model), Forged Tec Black, and Forged Tour (07) of which Bryson still plays the 6-P. For long clubs, also in F8/F9 hybrids and King Utility Irons (Bryson plays in #4 and #5). For now that is a pretty good lineup, don't you think?

 

TO

[COBRA PUMA GOLF]

> @QuigleyDU said:

> Hello, and thank you for taking the time to entertain us weirdo golf guys.

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> I would be curious to know, what was the single most successful product put out by cobra, and why you may think that is/was?

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> also, can you make me a modern set of these?? haha. Thank you!!

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Need a more specific question as we've had tons of successful models in metals and irons. We love our current lineup as well, and we work every day to make the next ones even better.

 

TO

[COBRA PUMA GOLF]

> @radiman said:

> You guys have been absolutely killing it lately! I am impressed at the dedication to providing a top to bottom offering for all skill levels.

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> Do you guys plan on completing the lineup and entering into the putter space or is that just not a focus at the moment?

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> Is there possibly any further advances than can be made upon the F9? Will it be current until there is a substantial improvement to be made?

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> I have to add that I hit the F9 for the first time this past weekend. Amazing feel off the face. I honestly don't have anything negative to say about it.

 

From the entire crew... thank you! I can tell you the people at Cobra PUMA Golf really love what they do and really, really care about making the best stuff possible for golfers.

 

As for F9 driver improvements... it is funny, we even wonder if improvements can be made when we make a great club. Truth is, the design engineers have a hard time "putting their pencils down" and could have thrown a few more improvements in the design. At the same time an innovation engineer is sitting 50 feet away working on a club head platform with new materials and/or new constructions that take all the good stuff from F9 to a new level. And that cycle continues... we have great jobs.

 

There are a few other Qs and As on putters... I will defer to those. - MY

[racebannon_42]

> @blackngold_blood said:

> Any thoughts on re-releasing the Long Tom Driver with updated aerodynamics and the milled faced?

 

Oh my... I randomly jumped into the thread at your post. As an ISU grad I am looking forward to continue battles with the Team Out East. Go Clones!

 

And... The Long Tom with a lower CG and better Aero would be a freaking killer! TO's recommendation of making a light F9 will be dang close!

 

 

[COBRA PUMA GOLF]

> @chungnjn said:

> I have been struggling to find a custom set (head weight & shaft) that works for me despite demos and nearby dealers. Where can I find an expert fitter for one length irons?

> Thank you from New Jersey.

 

Depending where you are in Jersey, go see Kirk Oguri, 2016 MET PGA Teacher of the year- Professional/Club Specialist-@petesgolfshopny Golf Digest Top in NY. You can also check out our demo day locator for fitting options in your area: https://www.cobragolf.com/dealer-locator?filter=demo_days

 

TO

 

[COBRA PUMA GOLF]

> @kcsf said:

> It seems like most clubs are extensions and evolutions of prior models, but the F9 took a new approach and direction. How long does the initial design-to-production process take when rolling out new, and hopefully revolutionary, products?

 

It depends on the innovation. The milled face took almost 3 years from concept to product.

The F9 design, good aero + good mass properties, was 8+ years in the making. We knew rounded leading edges and a raised trailing edge was great for aero during our work with Ferrari in 2011, but that shape would not yield good mass properties. Over the last 2 years we figured out how to combine the aero streamlining and low CG & high MOI. There were some pretty "interesting" concepts and prototypes along the way! - MY

[COBRA PUMA GOLF]

> @gentles said:

> Rickie and Bryson are two very different players who I suspect think about the game in a different way. How do you balance both their input into the F9 to get a product that both of them put straight in the bag?

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> Related: how much did the original prototypes of the F9 change following feedback from tour players? Do you test with amateur players as well?

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"You're correct, they do approach the game in different ways. That being said, they both have similar needs in the driver dept. So getting a design that both of them could implement right away was easy.

 

Our entire tour staff is involved in product creation so we get their feedback early and often. Head shaping and the SPEEDBACK design did not change much from early prototypes, but the crown design, cosmetics, and alignment aids all changed throughout the process due to their feedback."

 

TB

[COBRA PUMA GOLF]

> @getair23 said:

> What are your thoughts on the current state and the future of the Venom Vault?

What would you like to see improved with the Venom Vault? We love to be able to offer products when we have them - TO

[QuigleyDU]

> @"COBRA PUMA GOLF" said:

> > @QuigleyDU said:

> > Hello, and thank you for taking the time to entertain us weirdo golf guys.

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> > I would be curious to know, what was the single most successful product put out by cobra, and why you may think that is/was?

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> > also, can you make me a modern set of these?? haha. Thank you!!

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> Need a more specific question as we've had tons of successful models in metals and irons. We love our current lineup as well, and we work every day to make the next ones even better.

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> TO

 

I was wondering if there was a product that as a company kind of put Cobra on the map ETC. This years offerings are great, and I see regularly compete with anything that is out there.

[COBRA PUMA GOLF]

> @Warrick said:

> The F9 Tour fairway woods are the best fwy woods I have ever played ( thank you).

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> How about a 200cc 11.5 head with rails, mix between a mini driver and tour spoon, 43.5”.

 

"The LTD fw was a great product for this and much easier to hit off the ground.

 

We are always curious about new products and will keep an eye on this category. Why do you think this would benefit you and would it replace something in your bag today?"

 

TO

[COBRA PUMA GOLF]

> @Tekray said:

> Will the hybrids get a milled face at some point?

 

Hybrids present an additional challenge due to the offset hosel designs, so we are still working on those. Since we are still a 'for profit' business there are always economics to sort out. So it may happen some day, and it may not.

 

TO

[spur22]

Any plans for an LTD Pro successor?

I've tried a few of the modern offerings but that driver just keeps winning out.

[COBRA PUMA GOLF]

> @cz13X4 said:

> is it true there are putters in the works?

 

We are very focused on what we are doing to bring innovation to the market so it is always better than spreading ourselves too thin. This strategy has helped us to grow and we expect to continue those efforts. For those who haven't been in our line of work, it takes much time, energy and money to establish other categories; not only in creating, but also in supplying, marketing, selling and servicing these additional categories - especailly in the case of golf balls, a different business model in a myriad of ways. So for now we are maintaining our focus of bringing great innovation and performance to full swing clubs.

 

TO

[COBRA PUMA GOLF]

> @Redskinsfan said:

> Do you have extra weights other than the ones that come on the F9?

> Being able to change swing weight of the club with different shaft weights would be great

 

Yes we do, you can check out all the options on our website. - TO

 

 

[COBRA PUMA GOLF]

> @jcorna01 said:

> Have you had much feedback from tour players trying the F9 that are free agents or under contract with someone else?

 

 

Yes, for example Jason Dufner was playing the F9 driver as of the Wells Fargo.

 

TO

 

[COBRA PUMA GOLF]

> @a_gorilla said:

> Any chance of bringing the Tour length concept to fairways and hybrids (eg 42'' 3-4 wood with appropriate heavier weights)?

 

We know they can work for players and its all about the individual fit. Feel free to order through custom and tell us how they work for you. - TO

 

[COBRA PUMA GOLF]

> @molecularman said:

> Because there are designers/engineers and a marketing person - I think this is a good question for all of them:

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> How do you achieve a balance between club design that might be the best on paper vs. club design that might be more marketable? As a generalization, most amateurs would benefit from a shorter and heavier shaft in the driver, but it isn't really s.exy to market reliability. We see that distance is what sells. So how do you go about this process?

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> Thanks!

 

"We design together to get great performance and a great marketing story.

Since we are strong at Innovation, every launch is a well thought out experiment, and our internal goal is 'To suck a little less every year' Ha Ha"

 

TO

[COBRA PUMA GOLF]

> @timbo08 said:

> How much has your partnership with Accros and the information you've gotten from it about what clubs people are hitting, how far etc. has influenced the technology in the new lines?

 

The data has helped with set composition and gapping. Here is one huge nugget: Almost all (i.e. 95%+) of players have at least one potential club gapping issue in their bags. 60% have two or more!

The recent addition of club brand and model to the player data base will greatly improve the quality of the data, analysis and insights. Stay tuned.

In the mean time... Use the system, gain the insights, play smarter and shoot lower scores! - MY

[mightywingman]

Is it possible to purchase the F9 without the Arcos grip?

[COBRA PUMA GOLF]

> @"SeñorDrives" said:

> Is it all about the aerodynamics?

 

Speedback Technology is Aerodynamics with Low CG. There have been other drivers in the past with Aerodynamics, but they all had High CGs.

 

TO

[COBRA PUMA GOLF]

> @pdaero said:

> How has the CNC-milled face set Cobra apart from other manufacturers, and how can it possibly improve from generation to generation as it's now been in two models?

 

Yes the CNC milled face sets Cobra apart as it allows us to precisely control face thickness without having to hand polish heads. As far as improvements, you'll have to wait and see! - TB

[COBRA PUMA GOLF]

> @azkaevolution said:

> I have a few friends who are willing and able driver off the deck players. I find it interesting that they all play cobra drivers. Do you design your drivers with this use in mind at all?

 

While we don't specifically design with off the deck shots in mind, we DO try to design drivers with very low CG positions. We were early leaders in low CG, high MOI designs, which produce higher launch and low spin rates WITH forgiveness. Those same attributes also make hitting a driver off the deck easier, because the low CG helps with initial launch. So while not specifically a design goal, that makes perfect sense!

 

TB

[mightywingman]

What shafts do Rickie and Bryson have in their drivers?

[COBRA PUMA GOLF]

> @DatSliceDoe said:

> Hi! Big fan of your stuff. I play a near full bag.

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> Looking at the F9, what differences in head type suit certain swings? It used to be that the 9* was neutral/fade biased, while the 10.5* head was neutral/draw biased, is that still true?

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> Will you offer the King MIM wedge in other grinds/finishes?

> Any plans to have a successor to the Amp Cell Forged/Fly Z+/King Forged style irons?

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> Thanks!

For the F9 driver, you are correct, slight variations in weighting, lie angle and dual roll radii. - TO

MIM wedges: What grinds and finishes would you like to see? - RR

The King Forged Tour iron is still available for this need - TO

 

[mightywingman]

What role does Bryson play in golf club development? He's such an interesting character and is so knowledgable that I have to think he would want to be involved.