hpurey: Not sure I'd want to lose the same meter speed from driver through wedge just for 2 yards.
Slower meter speed is good for my old brain...lol
It has it's advantages.
That 2 yrd difference means your 2 yrds closer to pin, but it's slightly longer than that. Not all shots, like most clubs you will be outdriven.
If anybody can afford then get it... if not then stick with the old R1 as it's still a good club.
-Roger