That says so much as the 815 was the best I had played in awhile.
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That says so much as the 815 was the best I had played in awhile.
In my opinion it is better in every single way. Having played both, I would never ever look back
TLeishman34
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That is what I figured. I really enjoy my XR so I'm excited to see the improvement in distance and forgiveness
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Oh jeez I finally got around to testing this outside at my local huge outdoor range/pro shop (Haggin Oaks - Sacramento, CA) and yep, gonna have to justify some budget for it and find my 9.5/11.5 X-Hot's and various shafts new homes.
I'm going to try to hold off until late November then I can justify an "early Christmas present." I'll be lucky to make it to Nov 1. :act-up:
Only had choices to try 9.5/10.5 with KK 50 in R/S or Speeder 65 in R/S and I greatly preferred the KK 50 in either form over the speeders.
I'm going to try to hold off until late November then I can justify an "early Christmas present." I'll be lucky to make it to Nov 1. :act-up:
Only had choices to try 9.5/10.5 with KK 50 in R/S or Speeder 65 in R/S and I greatly preferred the KK 50 in either form over the speeders.
Sanzabar
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The Kuro really really surprised me.
It surprised me too. I had played the KK (non tini) in a nike covert 2.0, but this one is a different (better) beast.
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Well my driver came in today and with it brought some disappointment. The club itself is great feeling and performed well. However, it looks like I am a victim of the sliding weight not staying in place after several shots. I took it to the range and after probably 15-20 balls the weight had slid out of the position I set it at. I made sure the wrench clicked when setting it. The really bad part is I bought it used so I don't have a store to bring it back to. Hopefully the seller will work with me on this...
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Contact Callaway. Seriously.
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Best driver I have ever tested. Ever. I've got pages and pages if data that confirm it compared to others that have come across my doorstep. Its silly.
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Thanks Jman. Do you think they will do anything since I bought it used from an individual? I completely understand that's the risk you take when buying used and it unfortunately appears I may have lost on this deal. It's a pretty sweet club, which makes it that much more of a bummer.
You'd be surprised. Regardless of how you procured it, they stand behind their product.
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Their CS is fantastic. Won't know until you ask dude but I'd be shocked if they didn't take care of you.
Call 1-877-723-5218. Explain to them the situation and they will make sure you are given all your available options. What have you got to lose, other than a 5 minute phone call.
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That's great to hear. I appreciate your feedback guys! I'll reach out to them shortly.
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I bought a MXM putter on eBay and the weight kit only had 10 and 15 grams. Missing the 20's. I called Cally to inquire about buying the 20 gram weights. They transferred my call to a lady who said she couldn't take my money but could take my address and that I'd have a new full kit in 3 days. Sure enough the package arrived with a free shine my weight kit.
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Third round completed today with a 45" GBB with Rogue I/O 60S in it, absolutely destroying this driver. Legitimately 10-20 yards longer at times than my Big Bertha Alpha/Fubuki combo. Spin rate has to be in the 2200 range with 12 or so degrees of launch. This one is a keeper, and not only long, but extremely forgiving on mishits. Well done Callaway......makes me want to try the 3 wood.
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This is a complete cosmetic issue, but has anyone else noticed chipping of the paint/coating in the weight track?
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Mine has tiny marks from where I secured the weight into various places for my testing for the homepage review, but theyre hardly noticeable unless I look closely.
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went to get fitted for the M1 and ended up getting the great big bertha, was getting tired when i was hitting the bertha, but i was getting better ball speed with the bertha off a slower swing speed and the mishits went well to.
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now that is impressive right there.
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Well, it is looking like I may be out of luck on getting the club fixed by Callaway. I spoke to their customer service department and since it wasn't purchased at a certified retailer they will not repair it. I can completely understand where they are coming from and I knew this was a risk with buying used. The only other option they gave me was to take it to a local retailer and see if they would send it in under their account. I guess that will be the next step.
On a positive note I did take it out for 12 holes last night and was pounding it toward the end of the round. I had some bad shots with it but that was purely from my faulty swing. It really does have a great sound to it when you put a good swing on it!
On a positive note I did take it out for 12 holes last night and was pounding it toward the end of the round. I had some bad shots with it but that was purely from my faulty swing. It really does have a great sound to it when you put a good swing on it!
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If the club is authentic (I'm not suggesting it isn't) the onus is on them to fix it. It's only just come out on the market, ffs. All that said, I bought one yesterday.
Tadashi70
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Have you tried moving back away from the ball a touch?
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Yes. I used to be way too far away from the ball so I've been trying to stand a little closer. The heel miss comes when I'm a little too close. When I rush my set up at address its when it bites me the hardest. Just gotta make sure I go through my routine
And to add, not only is it a heel miss but it's a trap hook and I'm doomed. Set up and takeaway are key for me and I have to make sure I don't rush either
Yes. I used to be way too far away from the ball so I've been trying to stand a little closer. The heel miss comes when I'm a little too close. When I rush my set up at address its when it bites me the hardest. Just gotta make sure I go through my routine
And to add, not only is it a heel miss but it's a trap hook and I'm doomed. Set up and takeaway are key for me and I have to make sure I don't rush either