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War Eagle said:
Thanks.

Still haven't hit it, that will change soon.
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You'll enjoy it. I really think so.

Poor drivers at #ClubClash have no clue the cutter workout you and I will be putting them through.
 
War Eagle said:
I'm a big TM fan, as well, but their drivers for quite some time have just been, well, miserable.

I need to hit this one. Need to spend some time with the M1.
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Honestly, the SLDR was the big misstep for TM for me. Just so unforgiving that it really hurt their rep.

I dug all the R-series clubs. Some hated the r1, but I loved it. I loved my r15, and was perfectly happy with it until I looked on the launch monitor yesterday.




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Jman said:
You'll enjoy it. I really think so.

Poor drivers at #ClubClash have no clue the cutter workout you and I will be putting them through.
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Lol.

Left to right.
Left to right.
Left to right.

All day
 
Anyone have any experience with the Fujikura Pro 53 and Pro 60 shaft offerings ?
 
I agree.. the M2 is very misleading to me. My initial reaction was - they replaced the M1 already? then i looked and yeah its a fixed shaft - non-adjustable version (aka Aero or Burner class). Looking to see if the M1 is worth it in the future (over my R15 430).
 
Yahash said:
I agree.. the M2 is very misleading to me. My initial reaction was - they replaced the M1 already? then i looked and yeah its a fixed shaft - non-adjustable version (aka Aero or Burner class). Looking to see if the M1 is worth it in the future (over my R15 430).
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The shaft is adjustable, but only that. It is more forgiving than the M1 and feels better for me.
 
I am dying to try this driver. I currently have an M1 and love it -- this looks like it could be even better. I have an appointment next month at the Taylormade Performance Center at TPC Sawgrass. I will share my findings.....
 
I think this is the most excitement I've seen around a TM release in quite some time.
 
There is a good chance this will be hit during my driver fitting on Friday and I have to admit I am looking forward to trying it
 
TheDoctor said:
There is a good chance this will be hit during my driver fitting on Friday and I have to admit I am looking forward to trying it
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Looking forward to your feedback.
 
War Eagle said:
I think this is the most excitement I've seen around a TM release in quite some time.
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Which when you think about it, is kind of crazy (considering lower price option), and goes to show that marketing is key here.
 
JB said:
Which when you think about it, is kind of crazy (considering lower price option), and goes to show that marketing is key here.
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I agree. Seems this is getting more hype than the M1.

It seems.
 
jubess said:
Anyone have any experience with the Fujikura Pro 53 and Pro 60 shaft offerings ?
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Through my research on my M1 driver, I believe the Pro 53 is not as high launching as the Pro 60 version and has a higher bend point than the 60 based on the Fujikura specs. I'm gaming the Pro 60 on my M1.

I personally was fit into a 9.5 head that I have tuned to 11 and the Pro 60 R shaft and I'm loving how it is working for me in my winter range sessions. I seem to be hitting it far more consistently than my previous Fly Z. I would assume the M2 would react similarly.
 
gmiller598 said:
Through my research on my M1 driver, I believe the Pro 53 is not as high launching as the Pro 60 version and has a higher bend point than the 60 based on the Fujikura specs. I'm gaming the Pro 60 on my M1.

I personally was fit into a 9.5 head that I have tuned to 11 and the Pro 60 R shaft and I'm loving how it is working for me in my winter range sessions. I seem to be hitting it far more consistently than my previous Fly Z. I would assume the M2 would react similarly.
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Thanks for the input. In looking at the specs I saw the same thing. Just hard to figure why the Pro 60 weighs less and has higher torque than the Pro 53. Don't understand their numbering convention.
 
jubess said:
Thanks for the input. In looking at the specs I saw the same thing. Just hard to figure why the Pro 60 weighs less and has higher torque than the Pro 53. Don't understand their numbering convention.
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The Pro 50 & 60 are OEM Shafts. They are certainly great shafts, but when you move to the Pro 53, you get lower torque, lower launch and low spin.
 
mbradley said:
The Pro 50 & 60 are OEM Shafts. They are certainly great shafts, but when you move to the Pro 53, you get lower torque, lower launch and low spin.
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The Pro 60 is on the Fujikura website. Must also be available after market.
 
bobcat said:
It is a very underrated driver, for sure!

It is long, straight, solid, and forgiving, and looks great in the new gloss black color.

I love mine!

If you don't like the stock C-Series headcover, you can always choose a different one...I actually found the original SLDR Driver's headcover uglier than the C-headcover, so I use Leather ones from Stitch that match my golf bag.


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Bobcat, I'm another proud owner of the SLDR-C and love it. Like you said, it's long, straight, looks good.....and it costs a lot less than the standard SLDR.
If you don't need the adjustability, why not?
So, as related to this thread, if the M2 works for you at a lower cost than the M1, go for it!

Maybe we all tend to get a little too brand/model sensitive at times?
 
jubess said:
The Pro 60 is on the Fujikura website. Must also be available after market.
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Definitely available aftermarket as the 50 will be, but ask Fujikura how many they sell. They are still good shafts, The reason that I have a Pro 53 in my Great Big Bertha is that I liked the Pro 60 in the M1.
 
If time permits I'm gonna see if my local golf store has a demo M2 tomorrow.
 
Not yet. This week for sure. As soon as I get store credit for some clubs I'm returning. By the way, I'll probably have an extra M2 head for sale once they release if anyone is interested.
 
jubess said:
Not yet. This week for sure. As soon as I get store credit for some clubs I'm returning. By the way, I'll probably have an extra M2 head for sale once they release if anyone is interested.
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Not that I need to replace my driver, but I assume the M2 head has the same adapter as the R15 and M1....if so, I'll bite on your extra M2. Send me a PM and let me know what you are asking for it.
 
RJS622 said:
Bobcat, I'm another proud owner of the SLDR-C and love it. Like you said, it's long, straight, looks good.....and it costs a lot less than the standard SLDR.
If you don't need the adjustability, why not?
So, as related to this thread, if the M2 works for you at a lower cost than the M1, go for it!

Maybe we all tend to get a little too brand/model sensitive at times?
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Thanks for your post....The SLDR-C is indeed a much better Driver than most of the people on this forum will ever know, hence it is still kind of a "Sleeper". However, when a Driver is as Long, Straight, Forgiving, and Looks this good, it is also a "Keeper". Good to know you love the SLDR-C as much as I do!

As you and I have learned, sometimes LESS, (adjustability and price), can provide MORE in terms of Performance! Perhaps TM's latest M2 Driver will help others learn that lesson!

:D
 

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War Eagle said:
I agree. Seems this is getting more hype than the M1.

It seems.
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That may have to do with the success and tour acceptance of the M1. Has to mean good news for the M2 right?
 
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