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Tue, Jan 14 2014 6:24 AM (11 replies)
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  • alosso
    21,073 Posts
    Mon, Jan 13 2014 6:34 AM

    The discussion on beginner's equipment next door made me think about those low level irons which come to disposition of new players. Unfortunately I haven't played any of them. Nevertheless, some thoughts, based on the descriptions.

    First of all, a short list of levels and XPs for orientation:

    Lvl 10        590 XPs
    Lvl 15     1,500 XPs
    Lvl 20     3,000 XPs
    Lvl 25     5,300 XPs
    Lvl 32    13,000 XPs
    Lvl 36    20,000 XPs

    Lvl 59    88,000 XPs (G20)


    Between levels 10 and 17, we find three sets below 1000 crs.

    They have very similar characteristics, equal in (fast) meter speed, spin and precision. Top lengths vary from 188 to 193 yds, not too much gain from the Starters @180 yds.

    The RBZ "wins" IMHO with 1/2 dot forgiveness but better choices are coming soon.
    Don't buy any



    The second bunch ranges from 1100 to 1400 crs, levels 15 to 35, showing no significant difference in length.
    The first, Rockebladez lvl 15, is my winner due to low level, low meter speed and high spin. The others may be a personal choice for price or forgiveness.
    Buy or wait? (edited)



    These are the "top guns" in the low level area, 190 to 205 yds
    MAX (lvl 23), R11 (lvl 32), K15 (lvl 36)
    (add Lvl37 RBZ, looking very similar to the elder R11)

    Choose either MAX for early comfort (level, forgiveness, meter)
    or R11 for attack (length, spin)
    or K15 as a late comfy decision (a bit better in dots than MAX, 50 credits less in price)
    The R11 got almost unanonymous votes in former discussions.

    Comparing the two winners, RBZ and R11, is difficult.

    Some advantage in spin and precision would favour the R11, forgiveness, meter speed and price favour the RBZMAX. And then there are the unmeasurables and the individual feelings - who knows which is better for you?

  • Joshnosh
    548 Posts
    Mon, Jan 13 2014 8:14 AM

    i wouldnt bother buying any low level gear its a waste of credits just wait till your in the 50s

  • alosso
    21,073 Posts
    Mon, Jan 13 2014 8:26 AM

    That would be level 59  for the G20s.

    How long do you need for 73.000 XPs?

  • DaddysKat
    3,554 Posts
    Mon, Jan 13 2014 9:43 AM

    Extremely good presentation, Alosso!  I had the R11 set and took me all the way to Tour Master and the level 59 G20s.  Great clubs that I recommend to all lower level players.

    I also had the level 15 Rocketbladez ... they play like used irons that need to have the grooves milled ... you get a few more yards than the starters, just no real stopping power.  I'd say, play until you get to the 30's ... I loved the ATV wedges offered in the high 30's.  I never tried the Pings so I can't comment on them at all.  The ATV's were in my bag until I got to the high level Cleveland wedges.

  • alosso
    21,073 Posts
    Mon, Jan 13 2014 2:17 PM

    Thank you!

    I appreciate your comment Kat - experience is much more than dot studies.

    I thought that the RBZ be an alternative for impatient players. Alas, it's "only" 11,000 XPs to the R11 - 11 days max with the CDP bonus.

    Regarding the wedges, I think budget. The Pings @200 credits each look like much better value for money since the Z-Satins (250 crs? each) have been replaced by the expensive ATVs.

  • Joshnosh
    548 Posts
    Mon, Jan 13 2014 4:55 PM

    alosso:

    That would be level 59  for the G20s.

    How long do you need for 73.000 XPs?

    These days 2 hours :)

  • alosso
    21,073 Posts
    Mon, Jan 13 2014 11:16 PM

    Got me!

  • alanti
    10,564 Posts
    Tue, Jan 14 2014 1:30 AM

    Superb presentation Paul.

    I tried a few sets of the low level clubs a couple of free  weekends  ago and would not recommend any of them (I tried so I could recommend for new players). My thoughts at the time was do not waste your money.

    However the R11s were pretty good, so for a player who does not mind  spending  a few quid to improve their game. would be my recommendation until the G20s are available. The only downside to the R11s is a faster meter over the others, but this is something a player will eventually have to adapt to to progress so do not shy away from them just because of that.

    I haven;t tried the Max or K15 clubs so cannot comment on those.

    This should become a point of reference for new players - great job.

  • alosso
    21,073 Posts
    Tue, Jan 14 2014 2:18 AM

    Thank you!

    Which are those without recommendation? Do you refer to the second comparison picture?

    My special interest goes to the lvl 15 RBZ.

  • Jimbog1964
    8,378 Posts
    Tue, Jan 14 2014 2:21 AM

    alanti:
    This should become a point of reference for new players - great job.

    +1

    Paul, a superb and valuable tool for lower level players.  

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