WITB

albatrosser · November 19, 2009

albatrosser's WITB

I finally got around to taking some pics of what I carry and thought I'd share. I debated on whether or not to do so because compared to some of the bags I've seen on here, well mine just isn't "all that". It does work for me though, and keeps my HDCP just under +3.

I've reshafted all of my woods/hybrids except for my 4H Cobra DWS. It's next to get Voodoo'ed ! SNV6 in my Cally Hyper X 9*, SNV7 in the r7 ST Tour Issue, and a SNV8 Hybrid in the Nike Sq2 18*.

6-P Titleist Z blend forged irons. I just got these to replace my Cleveland Reds. Went back to the DG S300's from the PX 5.5 that I'd put on the Cleveland's. Found these blades on eBay and a lady had them listed seperately for $80 each for the 6-W. Sent her an email asking if she'd sell the five clubs together and she agreed. Offered her $150 for the group and she took it. I was happy. I know many don't like the look of the "Z" on the back, but I like the business side of the irons quite well. They work for me. They're like throwing those old lawn darts in the back yard. Most accurate club I've ever played.

I figured when I bought the blades that I might not need a 5 iron, but soon after decided I had to have one to fill a gap right at 200 yds. I found that Precept "Tour Premium" (again on eBay) brand new and picked it up for $25 shipped to my door. It's a great club with a fantastic feel. I'd love to have an entire set of those irons.

I'm currently carrying 4 wedges. PW from the ZB's, 52* Vokey Oil can, and 54* and 58* CG10 Black Pearls. I do love the Rife putter line and recently removed my Black Barbados in favor of a Martinique that I just picked up (you guessed it.... eBay) for next to nothing. I've always preferred the blade to a mallet, but grew to like the Barbados quite well.

My favorite club in the bag right now is that r7 st 12.8* 3 wood. Club builder friend of mine got that head off a TM tour van, hot melted it for me and stuck the Voodoo in. Just got it last week, but it's the bomb. Why that head was never released to the public is beyond me. I'm carrying it 250-260. Just short of my driver and wicked straight.

jaskanski · November 19, 2009

Nice bag. Quick question: 52 [i]and [/i]54 degree wedges? Is that really a necessary gap?

elchene · November 19, 2009

Very nice!

albatrosser · November 19, 2009

[quote name='jaskanski' post='2073973' date='Nov 19 2009, 03:39 PM']Nice bag. Quick question: 52 [i]and [/i]54 degree wedges? Is that really a necessary gap?[/quote]

[i][color="#000080"]probably not, and I'm constantly thinking the same thing. I have another Vokey (50*) that I sub the 52* out for, depending on the course. I carry the 52 instead of the 50 for a specific hole on the course that I play most often. There's a nasty sloped green on a 123 yd. Par 3 that the 52 is perfect for, but the 50 is just a hair strong for. Sure, I could take a partial swing, or choke up a little, but it's easier for me to leave the 50 in the back of my car and carry the 52. The 54* is my "go to" for chips around the green (you know, in case I actually just miss the green :rolleyes: ).

I'm thinking I'll change them all out next season, but not sure with what or what gaps. I love the CG10's, but that "Black Pearl" looks like crap after a little usage. Not sure I'll do that same thing next time.[/color][/i]

ksavy17 · November 19, 2009

how or where did you get the nv voodoos from??

albatrosser · November 19, 2009

[quote name='ksavy17' post='2074290' date='Nov 19 2009, 06:05 PM']how or where did you get the nv voodoos from??[/quote]

[i][color="#000080"]I actually decided I wanted a voodoo when I first read about them. I'd never owned an Aldila, so the first thing I did was buy an "example". I picked up a Nike T60 17* 4 wood with an NV shaft in it off eBay. The head and shaft combination just worked for me, except for the occasional snap hook. I talked to a great club builder that I know and he assured me that the Voodoo with the NV profile would be the perfect fit in an S flex.
He had one that was a pull from a hybrid, so I started there. I've gotten each one from him, each one has been a "new pull", and they've been perfect. The fact that I'm getting them for $50, made it a no brainer to at least try one.
My understanding from him is that the NV profile Voodoo will officially hit the market in December.
I don't know if they work for anyone else, but they fit my swing perfectly.
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