I know I know. Thanks brother Generally I like heavier offerings. Dynamic Gold X100 First Impressions We actually thought the Dynamic Gold X100 was lighter than 130 grams. GIVEAWAY! No issues with that. It's built to provide a lower spin, ball flight, and higher speed. Did they make a difference for you? They aren't for everyone. Tour Experience Golf Testing the KBS Tour C-Taper 130, Project X 7.0, True Temper Dynamic Gold X100, and True Temper Dynamic Gold X7 to see the differences in feel, timing, ball flight, spin rate, launch angle, and more! That may help paint a picture of how they work based on a known swing, tempo and player in general. Ads are enabled on this website. They weigh the same +/- 1g but don't spin less than X7. I've seen literally hundreds of times, steel shafts just flat out don't change the numbers that much. MEMBER REVIEWS: Cleveland Frontline Elite Putters! I never got the feeling that the x7's weren't "do-able." Scratch is like 10 times further away from a tour player than a 30 capper is from scratch. Both are designed with the same step pattern (tapered) but the DG Tour has thicker steps and a larger butt section that X-100. [/quote] Morning 9: Another Tiger surgery | Ko looking to end major drought | Lexi playing hurt at first major, Controversial analyst says Phil Mickelson and LIV golf were the winners at 2023 Masters, Morning 9: Tour announced new fall schedule | Cowherd: LIV won Masters | Tiger 1997 Masters ball at auction. Regular (R300), Stiff (S200-300-400), X-Stiff (X100). Yeah, it's fun to meinteresting to me. timestamp='1355720559' post='6079617'] Has nothing to do w/ how much ss you have or your loading ability. I think the real question is how does the x7 stack up against PX 7.0. As long as I'm still improving, it should continue to be fun. They're super stable and if you're able to work the ball anyway, you shouldn't have any problems. Also, to answer Savoy's question about being able to still hit shots high and low- yep. After your first swing, you can feel how incredibly stiff and strong this shaft is. To me, the X7 is another flex up. [/quote] No one is forcing you to post, comment or get involved. Thanks again! My 7 iron is 88 mph so perhaps a little too much. I think you may have misinterpreted the threads as such and you yourself have 'jumped into' a critical conclusion. I've never had any issue spinning anything so I thought I'd give them a shot. A lighter golf shaft like the X100 will allow golfers to generate more swing speed in comparison, but may be a bit more inaccurate. The launch slightly lower than X-100 but definitely reduce spin. I don't know where my swing speed is right now - I am no slouch, but I am pretty sure it isn't consistently over 115 either. KBS C-Taper vs Tour Issue Dynamic Gold - Team Titleist The Dynamic Gold X100 shaft is clearly for low handicap to scratch players. While it may not seem like that big of a difference, there may be some minor changes that these shafts make to your game. IMO having hit X7 enough you're not gonna all of a sudden bounce a short or mid iron forward now instead of ripping it back 20 feet to the fringe. What do you game now out of curiosity? Dynamic Gold: Flex: Stiff (S200-300-400), X-Stiff (X100) Material: Steel: Tip DIameter.355 Taper Tip: Trajectiory/Spin . What is WAY less? I can be an a** sometimes. Many of my articles are deeply researched using the resources provided by the USGA and R&A. I'd love to try X7, but reality is telling me that my next set will have 7.0s. timestamp='1355716836' post='6079379'] Its a steel shaft, my posts on this topic are simply to get people that think that a steel shaft is going to change launch and spin by so much that it's going to make any change in on course scoring or performance. [quote name='driverwedge' timestamp='1355716963' post='6079391'] I've got C Taper X in my 64s to try something different. In need of a stiffer model with a lower flight, True Temper designed X7 a shaft that has a stiffer, heavier overall profile than any other shaft in the Dynamic Gold lineup. This high-flex, tour weight shaft is designed for skilled players seeking a low, penetrating ball flight for optimum control and accuracy. Join InsideGOLF for only $20 - includes instant $20 Fairway Jockey credit! When I was in better shape and didn't have a kiddo! [/quote] I'd love to try X7, but reality is telling me that my next set will have 7.0s. [quote name='MadGolfer76' timestamp='1355714317' post='6079127'] Know anywhere else that's cheaper? What do you game now out of curiosity? I believe they are MAP'ed at $400 per 3-PW set. Yikes. The Dynamic Gold X7 is really only for scratch players and amateurs with 95+ MPH swing speeds. They launch slightly lower than X100s but spin a bunch less. The Dynamic Gold X100 would be a good choice for low handicap players with swing speeds between 88 and 95 MPH. I'm the first to say it may be a swing fault first, but I wonder if equipment like the x7 would help support more consistancy and minimize the extra spin and higher than desirable launch I often get from my short irons. How about PX 6.0 vs DG X100 vs KBS Tour S+? All rights reserved. You've fit hundreds of players into x7's? 100 % of 100. I don't know where my swing speed is right now - I am no slouch, but I am pretty sure it isn't consistently over 115 either. You can post now and register later. Well I had the chance to swing on a monitor today and s300's are out! That's quite a bit for a steel shaft change but its not a dramatic difference at the end of the day. Technology & Features. Dam, 4 bills? Generally speaking, a heavier golf shaft will generate less swing speed, but it will be more accurate. I ask because the first thing I noticed when I switched to x100 from s300 was how many more shots I was able to put in my bag on command. You dont need to do LD to swing these though. DYNAMIC GOLD 95 VSS PRO. Also, to answer Savoy's question about being able to still hit shots high and low- yep. The X100 is an all-time great and I have tried it, but no go for me. This season I backed off in flex a little (not playing as much, and am as big as a house), but am working towards replacing all my shafts. This is where I post all of the interesting things that I have learned about the game. Titleist Vokey SM8 Black 54.12D / Nippon Super Peening Blue X Stage-stepped, Titleist Vokey SM8 Black 58.14K / Nippon Super Peening Blue X Stage-stepped I've got some to hit this week now. [quote name='J.W.' I hope I can get dialed in soon! X7 has the exact same step pattern, but the steps are much thicker, allowing for increased butt stiffness to go along with the stiff tip that has been the hallmark of the Dynamic series of shafts. [/quote] Ask an Equipment Expert: Should I switch to graphite iron shafts to gain distance? GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, April 24, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, April 17, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, April 10, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, March 27, GolfWRX_Spotted posted a topic in Tour and Pre-Release Equipment, March 20, By Please put and questions or comments here, Please put any questions or comments here, Dynamic Gold Tour Issue vs Dynamic Gold Tour (X7). [/quote] All fine shafts. [quote name='stage1350' timestamp='1355698199' post='6077849'] HOCKEY. So, no matter which one you go with you are going to be limited to the extra stiff option. C Taper (close 2nd) next then X7 as the lowest. The S400 shaft model weighs approximately 132-grams and is stiff flex. It's also about 8g heavier than a normal tapered tip X-100 shaft. [quote name='J.W.' Their results may vary from yours - context is key. The stiffest shafts are Nippon Modus 3 130 X and Dynamic Gold X100 X7. [/quote] All fine shafts. I was just trying to help, sorry MadGolfer!!!!!! By the way, what's a Lee Jazen? They basically have a high flex point and a softer grip. Just quoting and paraphrasing a bit. A player who struggles with getting the ball in the air should look towards a higher trajectory shaft, while a player who struggles hitting the ball too high should look for a lower trajectory shaft. Its a steel shaft, my posts on this topic are simply to get people that think that a steel shaft is going to change launch and spin by so much that it's going to make any change in on course scoring or performance. Swing Faster. :wacko: :lol: are you saying that the X7s are not as stiff as the X100 s tipped 1.5 inches or vice versa? I have 3 years of Golf blogging experience and always ensure that my articles are accurate and original. That's a whole nuther thread. They are on par with the PX 7.0's in terms of firmness. The game is hard enough when you're in equipment that fits much less stuff that doesn't. Dynamic Gold is weight sorted to +/- 2.0 gram tolerances. With tighter tolerances, Tour Issue is offered in just S400 (132 grams) and X100 (130 grams) flexes. Their results may vary from yours - context is key. On the putter side, Scotty Cameron creates Tour-only flatsticks out of high-end materials (German Stainless Steel) that cost far too much to mass-produce. They weigh the same +/- 1g but don't spin less than X7. I'm off to hit scratch!.yes, in less than 2 years! I've never had any issue spinning anything so I thought I'd give them a shot. [/quote] For most articles, I utilize the resources given by the USGA and R&A. I've had X1 and X7 behind a TrackMan for me and a buddy that was there, the difference between that and X100 was a couple hundred rpm's. Good luck! PROJECT X. Required fields are marked *. Then take the heads and the new shafts in and you saved yourself a good amt of money. I tried them and absolutely loved them. Dynamic Gold Tour has no such screening in the tip section for a cleaner look, and the shaft band is a screened on logo not a sticker applied at the factory. You are looking at less than a 1CPM increase. The OP has been playing golf less than 2 years and made another thread about wanting to play S300 in short irons and X100 in long irons but now wants to jump into X7's a day later. Also, to answer Savoy's question about being able to still hit shots high and low- yep. You can check my sig for specifics. [quote name='J.W.' Spin is the amount of backspin that the ball has. To help you make the right choice, we compared the Dynamic Gold X100 and Dynamic Gold X7 shafts. [/quote] Great shaft, the standard. This is for a set of Tour Issue Dynamic Gold Iron or Wedge Shafts As always everything we sell comes with a free gift, full warranty and a satisfaction guarantee. X100's vs X7's - WRX Club Techs - GolfWRX By Adam Scott, Miura collaborate on limited-edition AS-1 irons | First Look, FIRST LOOK: Miura CB-302 forged irons offer more forgiveness and stronger flight, Adam Scott spotted with a must-see Miura iron set at Players, Its a feat of engineering: How Bryson DeChambeaus Ping irons came to life | Wall-to-Wall Equipment, Are you good enough for forged irons? Put simple: stiff. LEARN MORE. If I had 4 bills lying around I would try them again. I never got the feeling that the x7's weren't "do-able." With the X7, you have many shorter options. To keep shaft weights as close to identical as possible, True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue is measured to plus-or-minus half a gram, which is as tight as you can get with a steel shaft in the industry. Couldn't find a recent thread comparing the . [/quote] The length of a shaft plays a big role in speed and accuracy. Your link has been automatically embedded. Length: Dynamic Gold X7 vs X100 Another major difference between these two shafts is the length. I've hit them all very close to each other.