Cleveland 588 RTX CB Wedges Review - Forum Testing
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I was a big fan of the CG14's for the cavity since I'm a big full-swing wedge guy, the CG16's were just a little "off" to me. From pictures and early feedback it sure seems like they've gotten back to that CG14 type that so many were such big fans of.
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- #203
I'm actually hoping she will want to put some swings on it. She has a cg14 in the bag.
Was spending sometime with the flash drive that came with the club. Some great info and pics on the drive.
Letter from the President of Cleveland/Srixon
Ad for the club Cleveland will be using
588 RTX face
Grooves up close
Laser Milling
Rotex Pattern
Reverse C Sole
RTX Cavity Back
Little something for the ladies.
Letter from the President of Cleveland/Srixon
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Ad for the club Cleveland will be using
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588 RTX face
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Grooves up close
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Laser Milling
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Rotex Pattern
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Reverse C Sole
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RTX Cavity Back
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Little something for the ladies.
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So made it out to the range last night after weaseling my way out of a work dinner. Some good news and some bad news. Good news is that I finally got to swing some for the first time in over a week, even better I got to swing my new RTX wedge :rockon:. Bad news is that it was 42 degrees according to the thermometer in my truck, and it was too dark for the short game area to be open. Worst of all, the grass tees were closed (jerkfaces), probably because I was one of three people there...
Not to be deterred, I grabbed a large bucket, made myself comfortable and got started. I only took my J40 and the RTX wedges with me as I wanted to focus on wedge shots only. Started by warming up with the J40. Immediately found the hosel. After tweaking my setup a little bit I was striping balls pretty good. There was a little wind in my face, and I noticed that I was getting some really high shots.
Next I grabbed the RTX. After swinging the J40 for a bit, I will say that I did notice the heft a little bit more this time around. Oddly enough, I saw the same thing as Cookie and struggled with heavy contact a little in the beginning. Odd because this wedge is shorter than what I've been playing. Moved the ball back a touch and was good to go. Took a number of swings to get comfortable.
Next I moved on to some partial swings, starting with the J40 and moving to the RTX. This continued on to pitch shots and messing with ball position.. After a while though, I just started using the RTX exclusively and messing around a bit.
Control. I was seeing a similar flight that I was to my J40. A little high in the beginning (think I was flipping), but I was able to get it down a bit. I also messed with ball position a little bit and was able to hit some lower shots by moving the ball back to my rear foot. Initially it looked like I was losing a few yards on full shots compared to the J40. That could be attributed to the slightly longer shaft, but it wasn't much and I did have a couple get out there, so I'm thinking with time, I should be fine. I very rarely take a full swing with my 56 on the course anyways. Distance control was not an issue once I started to get used to it. I took aim and was able to come close to pretty much all of the intermediate targets I tried for. Struggled a little with pitches in the beginning, but that was a user error.
Feel. As I said, the RTX did feel a little heftier this time around. My hands were a touch numb (I need weather gloves lol), but I felt like I always knew where the clubhead was during the swing. This should be helpful for touch shots. Since I was off a mat I can't really speak to turf interaction. Sound was actually a little duller than the J40 for me using range balls. I'll save judgement for my regular game ball though.
Unfortunately being at the range I was unable to make any judgments on spin. I will leave you with this though; These grooves are no joke!
Forgot my brush...
I've already got a round planed for this weekend. Weather's supposed to be gorgeous and I'm hopeful to at least get in a good practice session as well, so definitely more to come! Let me know if you guys have any questions.
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So made it out to the range last night after weaseling my way out of a work dinner. Some good news and some bad news. Good news is that I finally got to swing some for the first time in over a week, even better I got to swing my new RTX wedge :rockon:. Bad news is that it was 42 degrees according to the thermometer in my truck, and it was too dark for the short game area to be open. Worst of all, the grass tees were closed (jerkfaces), probably because I was one of three people there...
Not to be deterred, I grabbed a large bucket, made myself comfortable and got started. I only took my J40 and the RTX wedges with me as I wanted to focus on wedge shots only. Started by warming up with the J40. Immediately found the hosel. After tweaking my setup a little bit I was striping balls pretty good. There was a little wind in my face, and I noticed that I was getting some really high shots.
Next I grabbed the RTX. After swinging the J40 for a bit, I will say that I did notice the heft a little bit more this time around. Oddly enough, I saw the same thing as Cookie and struggled with heavy contact a little in the beginning. Odd because this wedge is shorter than what I've been playing. Moved the ball back a touch and was good to go. Took a number of swings to get comfortable.
Next I moved on to some partial swings, starting with the J40 and moving to the RTX. This continued on to pitch shots and messing with ball position.. After a while though, I just started using the RTX exclusively and messing around a bit.
Control. I was seeing a similar flight that I was to my J40. A little high in the beginning (think I was flipping), but I was able to get it down a bit. I also messed with ball position a little bit and was able to hit some lower shots by moving the ball back to my rear foot. Initially it looked like I was losing a few yards on full shots compared to the J40. That could be attributed to the slightly longer shaft, but it wasn't much and I did have a couple get out there, so I'm thinking with time, I should be fine. I very rarely take a full swing with my 56 on the course anyways. Distance control was not an issue once I started to get used to it. I took aim and was able to come close to pretty much all of the intermediate targets I tried for. Struggled a little with pitches in the beginning, but that was a user error.
Feel. As I said, the RTX did feel a little heftier this time around. My hands were a touch numb (I need weather gloves lol), but I felt like I always knew where the clubhead was during the swing. This should be helpful for touch shots. Since I was off a mat I can't really speak to turf interaction. Sound was actually a little duller than the J40 for me using range balls. I'll save judgement for my regular game ball though.
Unfortunately being at the range I was unable to make any judgments on spin. I will leave you with this though; These grooves are no joke!
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Forgot my brush...
I've already got a round planed for this weekend. Weather's supposed to be gorgeous and I'm hopeful to at least get in a good practice session as well, so definitely more to come! Let me know if you guys have any questions.
CharlieMoy
Well-known member
Good thoughts Jon!
I wont touch on the USB as others have already, but I am seriously going to use this USB. It fits in the wallet and it isnt locked so you can put files onto it and pull them off. Thats pretty neat.
Probably going to play tomorrow AM if its warmer than 40*!
I wont touch on the USB as others have already, but I am seriously going to use this USB. It fits in the wallet and it isnt locked so you can put files onto it and pull them off. Thats pretty neat.
Probably going to play tomorrow AM if its warmer than 40*!
SW
Grinder
Jon, that's pretty aggressive shredding you've got there. I'm guessing you were using range rocks though?
It's so nice to have the credit card USB, already started using it daily.
It just adds another layer to the quality Cleveland has put into this club. I like reading the technical side of things so this is great for someone who likes to analyze. It also allows you to see some things up close you may not notice just looking at the club regularly
golfdawg
Well-known member
Can't stare at it too long, makes me dizzy
The grooves look crazy sick on this thing from the pictures you guys keep throwing up there. Looks great!
Thanks, thought it was a cool picture. Sorry GD. I'll send you some dramamine if you need it!
SW
Grinder
This one is getting dirty tomorrow. I had hoped to get out after my doctors appointment today but I suck at daily savings time.
I'll be playing this wedge only, should make for an interesting round. Baptism of fire!
I'll be playing this wedge only, should make for an interesting round. Baptism of fire!
SeeMoreGuy
They Make 'em. I Buy 'em.
Tried these at the store today and was quite impressed. From what I can tell on this site the RTX my guess is the RTXs will be a hit. I ordered a set in Chrome but they wont be released until the 16th so I may not have them until near Thanksgiving. Really looking forward to all the testing and comments on these.
Tadashi70
Well-known member
Did they perform as good as the 588s?
SW
Grinder
Keith, pga down here has them on the racks. No luck in ATL?
Scrap Iron
On The Eh Team
These look like they can spin the cover off the ball. Very nice wedge
SeeMoreGuy
They Make 'em. I Buy 'em.
They did not have Chrome. Edwin Watts said the Chrome was not going to be release until 16th. You have the Chrome on the shelves?
SW
Grinder
No and that I'm aware of these are only satin and black pearl. I haven't seen anything mentioning a chrome finish. I'll be interested to some comparison with the jpx wedges you had.
SeeMoreGuy
They Make 'em. I Buy 'em.
I still have the JPX. The wedges have been great with the DC Spinner shafts. They have been very forgiving with high spin so I am interested in how the RTXs compare also. No complaints at all with the JPXs.
SW
Grinder
Good to hear buddy. I expect that'll be a fun shootout.
