I think the ZX5 looks so good, I'd rather have all the tech I can get because I know I will use it, more often than I like to admit.My thoughts exactly. Love the idea of a full bag of ZX5’s.
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I think the ZX5 looks so good, I'd rather have all the tech I can get because I know I will use it, more often than I like to admit.My thoughts exactly. Love the idea of a full bag of ZX5’s.
You can see the numbers in the article of the OP of the two designs and it shows a bit of what you’re talking about. The 5’s will be longer, but not earth shakingly so, the big story which is being missed by most because they’re both just so damn sexy, is the Mainframe design on the 5’s, it’s ball speed generation and retention across the face is much more noticeable than on the 7’s.
They will not adjust lofts, unless you request on the order. Whether one will need them tweaked or not is dependent on the location of the split imo. Most are going to put in 5’s looking for more launch and ease in the longer irons, and if that comes with a few more yards then that’s ok. Only way to know how they will gap for someone is to just hit them still.
Feel is similar, slightly sharper sound than the ZX7/785, in line with previous 5-series releases, which is to say a pleasant feedback to the hands and ears.Hello - Has anyone compare the z585 to the ZX5 as far as feel and forgiveness? Stay safe
That is great news as the 585s were already very forgiving on miss hits.Feel is similar, slightly sharper sound than the ZX7/785, in line with previous 5-series releases, which is to say a pleasant feedback to the hands and ears.
The forgiveness is an interesting one, I think on forgiving missing directionally they’re similar, but mainframe has made the ball speed on misses a totally different level (read: much better) from the 585s
Feel is similar, slightly sharper sound than the ZX7/785, in line with previous 5-series releases, which is to say a pleasant feedback to the hands and ears.
The forgiveness is an interesting one, I think on forgiving missing directionally they’re similar, but mainframe has made the ball speed on misses a totally different level (read: much better) from the 585s
I believe for directional, they’re super close, but the ball speed difference on the ZX5 is notable!Thank you JMan - So your initial thought is the ZX5 will be more forgiving than the z585's. Interesting.
Was thinking of getting a set of Z's before they are gone.
I believe for directional, they’re super close, but the ball speed difference on the ZX5 is notable!
Feel is similar, slightly sharper sound than the ZX7/785, in line with previous 5-series releases, which is to say a pleasant feedback to the hands and ears.
The forgiveness is an interesting one, I think on forgiving missing directionally they’re similar, but mainframe has made the ball speed on misses a totally different level (read: much better) from the 585s
Going 5's or 7's? Or combo?Just a little more than a month until it is “go time”.
ZX5 6-PW. Keeping my Launcher 5i for the forgiveness. I hear that the ZX4 is coming at some point and I will put that in as a 5i.Going 5's or 7's? Or combo?
I haven't decided yet.
I will hit both and should probably go with the more forgiving ZX5, but the 7's intrigue me a lot.ZX5 6-PW. Keeping my Launcher 5i for the forgiveness. I hear that the ZX4 is coming at some point and I will put that in as a 5i.
My friend with the 5's borrowed my 7's yesterday and today, and he has had a lot to say about how much harder it's been for him to get the longer ones in the air, and the forgiveness difference throughout. I know you're a good ball striker, but I would definitely try not to mentally commit to anything until you hit them. I've hit his a few times and the differences are fairly significant imo too. He said something along the lines of 'they're like 921 Tours without the spin'. It sounded odd and got me thinking, so I snapped a couple pics of the ZX7 today next to the 921 Tours that I'll post for yet another reference.I will hit both and should probably go with the more forgiving ZX5, but the 7's intrigue me a lot.
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This 100%...I think the ZX5 looks so good, I'd rather have all the tech I can get because I know I will use it, more often than I like to admit.
It's harder for me to judge forgiveness in irons until I get them out on the turf, but the comment, and what I saw and thought about when I put them next to each other, made me think that to him they might seem that similar in ways. Just stronger lofts and less spin. And I'm not sure which shape would inspire more confidence for people. Just food for thought.
Now when you say longer irons are we talking 4-5? I start at 6 so might not be an issue, but maybe where a combo set comes in play better and go 5-6 in the ZX5 and then 7-PW in the ZX7. Thoughts?My friend with the 5's borrowed my 7's yesterday and today, and he has had a lot to say about how much harder it's been for him to get the longer ones in the air, and the forgiveness difference throughout. I know you're a good ball striker, but I would definitely try not to mentally commit to anything until you hit them. I've hit his a few times and the differences are fairly significant imo too. He said something along the lines of 'they're like 921 Tours without the spin'. It sounded odd and got me thinking, so I snapped a couple pics of the ZX7 today next to the 921 Tours that I'll post for yet another reference.
He was talking about not wanting to play them in at least 4-7. He's about a 6 right now btw, with medium speed, and doesn't naturally sky the ball, btw. I don't know how much that statement would be based in some kind of 'this is where sets are combo'd' mentality, or if he's really breaking down potential shots and outcomes with less speed and forgiveness, 'speed robustnesss', if I can borrow callaways stupid term. I like to combo high in the bag because I don't like a transition in the scoring club area, and with the groove changes at the 8 I think 6-7 would be less dramatic. That's just my thinking though, and it's so individual. His reaction really just made me think about things a little bit because he's a good iron player. He mostly suffers on tee penalties and putting. And I guess I hadn't thought about what they could really seem like to someone with less speed who likes some more help regardless. Coming from your irons, I have no idea. lol Your 6 is stronger than the ZX7 5 though, with a lot more help, so I'm curious to hear how you feel about it when you get to try them out.Now when you say longer irons are we talking 4-5? I start at 6 so might not be an issue, but maybe where a combo set comes in play better and go 5-6 in the ZX5 and then 7-PW in the ZX7. Thoughts?
Having played the 765's I'm pretty sure I can handle the zx7's but who knows. Like you said, best to hit them both and make a decision. I also don't want to work hard playing.He was talking about not wanting to play them in at least 4-7. He's about a 6 right now btw, with medium speed, and doesn't naturally sky the ball, btw. I don't know how much that statement would be based in some kind of 'this is where sets are combo'd' mentality, or if he's really breaking down potential shots and outcomes with less speed and forgiveness, 'speed robustnesss', if I can borrow callaways stupid term. I like to combo high in the bag because I don't like a transition in the scoring club area, and with the groove changes at the 8 I think 6-7 would be less dramatic. That's just my thinking though, and it's so individual. His reaction really just made me think about things a little bit because he's a good iron player. He mostly suffers on tee penalties and putting. And I guess I hadn't thought about what they could really seem like to someone with less speed who likes some more help regardless. Coming from your irons, I have no idea. lol Your 6 is stronger than the ZX7 5 though, with a lot more help, so I'm curious to hear how you feel about it when you get to try them out.
I think he's going to join us here in a bit for the front 9, so I'll pepper him with questions like it's my job to disrupt his game (take his dollars).
I know, that's why it's so hard to even picture for you. Only you'll know whether you miss something or am like NOW WE'RE TALKING. I like a little different flight at the long end than I do in the rest and I'm not a huge fan of having to change my swing to get it, so I'd have no problem playing the 4 and maybe 5 in the 5's. I don't particularly love either honestly, but I'm a weird fit.Having played the 765's I'm pretty sure I can handle the zx7's but who knows. Like you said, best to hit them both and make a decision.
Give him a tree cake and get him hyped up on sugar.