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Ryan H is back with his latest review and this one is on a popular device right now.
http://thehackersparadise.com/home/?p=13261
http://thehackersparadise.com/home/?p=13261
TaylorMade TR3 Speed Stik Review
TC
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Nice review Hawk. I think aids like these are killer. I love the fact that it's collapseable, portable, and that it provides one with swing speed. Over time and with a regiment this would have to substabtially increase clubhead speed. Did you ever get sore from using it?
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I think the key is definitely using it similar to the way you'd approach a weight lifting regemin. It's hard for me to find time to do that every day some weeks, but there is no doubt in mind that it would increase ones swing speed if utilized properly. As for soreness, I didn't really get any. At first, I was babying it due to a minor shoulder issue I had going on. After that, I normally would take in the area of 20-50 swings with it and didn't notice any discomfort.
It is definitely great for warming up, but I found the weight and length did help my tempo with the driver. In the past, I would often forget to finish my backswing due to a tempo that was too quick. You tend to swing much more deliberately with the TR3 due to it's length and weight and the fact that you can feel it throughout the swing. I really think the swing speed and release indicator were awesome.
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Would you consider this product to just be an upgrade from the speed sleeve, as the weight, and overall motion helps you with tempo and conditioning? I really think the clubhead speed monitor on the stik is a great idea.
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Great review Hawk. I can see the benefit of managing your tempo I just wonder if it justifies the cost. I was really hoping it would help more with the swing path side of things. Sounds like it would be perfect though for someone who needs more help with their tempo and whatnot. I hope long term it helps with swingspeed as well.
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Great review Hawk, I have been interested in the speed stik since I saw it, I have yet to pull the trigger on one. Will you have yours at the outing?
In my opinion this isnt an upgrade to the sleeve but more like something different to train with. I find the sleeve more versatile and honestly more effective. This thing is really long so its harder to swing indoors unlike the sleeve which can be put on any iron. I have both and use the sleeve a lot more. This is good to check your SS though.
Good write-up. One thing I have found is that I use my speed stik a lot for stretching before a round like the stretch poles that are also collapsable like this but you can swing this one and get a lot of instant feedback as well.
Being so rigid 46", I can use it to stretch out my arms and shoulders before a round. Because like Ryan said, I don't always get time to do a full warm-up at the range so this can get me ready in short time.
Being so rigid 46", I can use it to stretch out my arms and shoulders before a round. Because like Ryan said, I don't always get time to do a full warm-up at the range so this can get me ready in short time.
bogey_russ
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great review hawk!
Mardin
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It just seems like a lot of $$$$$ to check your swing speed.
taccwil
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good review. Let us know if you notice any long-term improvement.
Adam0304
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Not to hi-jack but since I've started using my speed stik, I've seen my swing speed go from 92 to the mid to upper 90's. I'm not sure if the speed stik is to thank or my loss of a couple pounds but I continue to use it every couple of days.
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Definitely some good info. How often do you train with the Stik?
EDIT: Lol I meant as in swings and whatnot per session.
EDIT: Lol I meant as in swings and whatnot per session.
Hanks
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Awesome review Hawk....I really like the fact that this can be broken down for increased portability. A solid training device
Dr. Teeth
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Great review! I was intrigued by this from the first moment I saw it. I was able to use it while at the Kingdom and I was sold. I put the order in for one last week. I can't wait for it to get here!
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I've never used the Speed Sleeve, so I can't comment, but it sounds like Kevin has some good feedback.
I can certainly try to pack it in my bag. It's fairly small, so shouldn't be a problem at all.
That's very cool to hear!
Good luck with it, Doc. Please stop back and let everybody know what you think about it.
mariusvt
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This is definitely something that I've been interested in since I saw it a few months ago. I just am having a hard time justifying the price, however this little review has definitely nudged me more towards wanting to give it a go.
dhjkelly
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great training aid and an even better review. my only question is for someone like myself who has never really bought any training aids would this be a lot of money to be spending on my first training aid average price i can see around $130. i do see the benefits this would have to my game but am not sure about taking the chance on spending the money
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I will definitely post my thoughts on it. I am really excited for it to get here!
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To me, the price is pretty steep. I don't know that I can see myself spending that kind of money, but I'm cheap. A good training aid that really helps your game can be invaluable.
Puttin4Bird
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Excellent review Hawk, I really liked how you gave it to us straight on the fact that it didn't work wonders on your swing path but I'm glad you found it valuable in other areas. Thanks for the review!