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The X is a bit of a different beast. One that I seemed to get along with in the bay. 10.5 deg with the iMi Smoke shaft S. This is the shaft I have in my fairway wood from a fitting so I know I get along with it. I seemed to be able to square the face really nicely. I liked what I saw numbers wise for me. I’ll put them in thumbnails to not blownup the thread this go and you’ll see why I need to work on AOA…

It seemed to feel/sound a bit more muted and solid compared to the XB for me. I liked it. Didn’t have quite the crack I get sometimes on the XB.




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Put the XB on the same shaft and had the following. Anyone who plays with me will recognize those shots.
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Not to derail the thread, but how do you know that either of those fit you well or not with estimated spin readings from TM?
 
Jman said:
X is getting slept on hard in here!
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I typically gravitate toward the low spin head but the X is what I think I would go with. I saw some very low spin numbers in the videos I listened to today and I want the benefits of the zero CG and good MOI numbers.
 
The Dave said:
Not to derail the thread, but how do you know that either of those fit you well or not with estimated spin readings from TM?
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I take them with a grain of salt. Will likely get a formal fitting, but I trust the track man well enough to see big differences. Others can probably speak better to those details
 
Great write up, I haven't really gotten along with Cobra drivers (didn't try last years model) but will for sure be going to test this one out.
 
Ok @Jman and @jdtox I think the X is better for me now. Reading some more about it and doing some soul searching I can roll with the unicorn.

 
I typically see LMs as comparison only on the day of; my swing varies so much, I know I’m unlikely to see that in the field. So it’s much more of (all things equal, which wins)
 
Jman said:
I’ll add, I know on the internet the chase for obscenely low spin is still real, but most of us don’t need that at all. Likewise, 2500-2900 is NOT HIGH SPIN.
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I like easier launch and straiter ball flight.
 
I think the RADSPEED XB was the driver last year that anyone could pick up and play. LTDx has more speed and more stability. That's stupid. Take my money.

Question for @JB? What kind of selection will be available at retail on release date? Do they have a good supply of these?
 
Really want to try the LTDx. Love the matte black. The blue looks awesome too, but I sort of wish they would have gone matte there too.
 
Bryndom said:
I typically see LMs as comparison only on the day of; my swing varies so much, I know I’m unlikely to see that in the field. So it’s much more of (all things equal, which wins)
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Agree with this, especially with driver. I bring a lot of variability to the table 😁.

Being able to compare side by side on that helps me. Based on today, I would go with the LTDx. When I test with my fitter it could be another story. Also want to hit the Max to compare. Not 100% convinced I couldn’t use a touch more spin based on the above sample.
 
DataDude said:
Question for @JB? What kind of selection will be available at retail on release date? Do they have a good supply of these?
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I asked this question and they said most retailers they are in will have a decent stock, but they are planning on strong sales. I know Budget Golf will have them too.
 
Apologies if this is the wrong thread but I've seen mention of Tour Length several times. What are the advantages to a shorter shaft and heavier head?
 
thewilderside said:
Apologies if this is the wrong thread but I've seen mention of Tour Length several times. What are the advantages to a shorter shaft and heavier head?
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Many find the shorter shaft is easier to hit in the center. Hit in the center = more fairways typically. Heavier head is to balance swing weight lost from shorter shaft.
 
I just read the article and this thread from start to finish. The story behind the Unicorn is pretty compelling. I have GOT to try one of those! I like the HOT face, though I will say I thought Infinity Face was a great and unique look. The new finish option are both really good, I am going to have to see in hand to decide between the two.
 
jdtox said:
Many find the shorter shaft is easier to hit in the center. Hit in the center = more fairways typically. Heavier head is to balance swing weight lost from shorter shaft.
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Sounds like something that could be useful for me since I have a tendency to explore all sectors of a driver face.
 
thewilderside said:
Sounds like something that could be useful for me since I have a tendency to explore all sectors of a driver face.
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I am giving it serious thought as well. If I stay out of jail off the tee I can typically score pretty well.
 
I forgot to add to my previous post, that I tremendously appreciate the comments from the Morgan Cup guys in this thread. I loved reading some of the in-depth stuff that has been shared.
 
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