Taylormade M1 Driver - Anyone tried it?

[petethepilot]

As the title says!

Bloody expensive but looks Dead Sexy.
Anybody tried one? Comparisons?

Seen the Rick Shiels review - total love
But
The Mark Crossfield one is Ho Hum!

Pete

[benno_r]

As the title says!

Bloody expensive but looks Dead Sexy.
Anybody tried one? Comparisons?

Seen the Rick Shiels review - total love
But
The Mark Crossfield one is Ho Hum!

Pete

Certainly have. Looks beautiful, and sounds and feels better than any TM driver I have ever hit. Results no better or worse than my Nike or Cobra.

Reports of paint cracking on the crown - do your research.

Cheers,
Ben

[crayon]

I only tried this on a roque 7x and 8.5* head and I must say it was impressive. Averaging 2100rpm and 12* launch for my 100mph swing.

Sounds like a full titanium head totally unlike the sound made by callaway

[davidw88]

Mine should turn up tomorrow, hopefully early and will give it a go.

[mrbluu]

I only tried this on a roque 7x and 8.5* head and I must say it was impressive. Averaging 2100rpm and 12* launch for my 100mph swing.

Sounds like a full titanium head totally unlike the sound made by callaway
Is 12* launch a bit too low??

[JADO75]

What sort of $$ are we finding them for lads?

[crayon]

Is 12* launch a bit too low?? Yes but the demo club was a 8.5* and I clearly needed a 10.5* or more.

[Captain Nemo]

Korda used one to win the last LPGA event...

[billp]

The guy from Brisbane Golf Course Reviews has updated from his old SLDR to one, and seems to be loving it. He is an ex pro and pounds the ball a mile, so doesn't really relate to most of us meer mortals. Loving the sound on the latest blog post where they are reviewing Gainsbourgh Greens.

[davidw88]

What sort of $$ are we finding them for lads?

mine was 670, can't seem to find any much cheaper.

[benno_r]

Local shop in Darwin had them for $599. Pretty sure they had to be pre-ordered before a certain date. Going there today, will confirm.

[Gammon]

Local shop in Darwin had them for $599. Pretty sure they had to be pre-ordered before a certain date. Going there today, will confirm. Wow that's quite a discount. They will be $400 by January. TM clubs depreciate worse than boats. The reviews I've seen the M1 isnt going to change your trackman results compared to the last model but it looks cool and has a different sound, I'm looking forward to seeing one in the flesh.

[benno_r]

Wow that's quite a discount. They will be $400 by January. TM clubs depreciate worse than boats. The reviews I've seen the M1 isnt going to change your trackman results compared to the last model but it looks cool and has a different sound, I'm looking forward to seeing one in the flesh.

It is the first Taylormade driver, ever made, that I would consider parting with my hard earned for.

If it wasn't so damn expensive.

[3oneday]

I thought Day drove it better with the R15

[Gammon]

Day's biggest improvement was his putting stats, maybe Ill play better if I get the itsy bitsy spider putter, worked for him.

[Gammon]

I thought Day drove it better with the R15 He has hit it OB a few times thats for certain

[davidw88]

Had a hit with it this arvo, has a great feel off the face and got a few good hits out there. Probably the best feeling taylormade driver I've used and I found it fairly forgiving.

[aussieashley]

Had a hit with it this arvo, has a great feel off the face and got a few good hits out there. Probably the best feeling taylormade driver I've used and I found it fairly forgiving. Can it knock the D4 out of the bag? :)

[nudgee]

Can it knock the D4 out of the bag? :)

yep ;-)

[davidw88]

Can it knock the D4 out of the bag? :)

Could do.

[TheNuclearOne]

Day's biggest improvement was his putting stats, maybe Ill play better if I get the itsy bitsy spider putter, worked for him.

Sold out in the blink of an eye at $750usd. You can snatch one on ebay tho, going rate is about $4000usd :D

[Gammon]

Sold out in the blink of an eye at $750usd. You can snatch one on ebay tho, going rate is about $4000usd :D
Cheapest Ive heard so far in Sydney was $699 from drummond with negotiation from a very good customer.

[oldracer]

Cheapest Ive heard so far in Sydney was $699 from drummond with negotiation from a very good customer.check Boyles Golf, think it was $649????

[peter_rs]

Nudgee pro shop was $650

Drummond was rrp-10%

[Ferrins]

The Areoburner driver will be $199 at Christmas in a few of the big retailers.

[Hutchy]

Aus $ has bounced back slightly, saving equates to around $40 on a big ticket $600 item.

[mrbluu]

The Areoburner driver will be $199 at Christmas in a few of the big retailers.
Sounds like overs to me......

[TheNuclearOne]

Cheapest Ive heard so far in Sydney was $699 from drummond with negotiation from a very good customer.

Amazing price. The cutting off of the hosel and resulting hand weld sure didn't let them sell cheap.

[JADO75]

You can get them for $650 from Windsor pro shop & Wayne Kesby the pro

[Gammon]

You can get them for $650 from Windsor pro shop & Wayne Kesby the pro
Getting cheaper every day. Will be a bargain by January.

[TheNuclearOne]

I think we are talking about different putters. TM recently released 20 of J.Days exact putter at $750usd and they are instantly selling on ebay for around $2500-$4000usd. I should have got up early for that sale.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/BRAND-NEW-Jason-Day-Putter-Limited-Edition-Itsy-Bitsy-Spider-/281822240743?hash=item419dea1fe7%3Ag%3AkGsAAOSwKsR WFqS6&nma=true&si=soaUmfkEYOXFBkgIhoPnB165ZyQ%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557

[chappy1970]

Jon I understand they were only released in the TM vault with all 20 selling in less than a minute.

[TheNuclearOne]

Correct. Know of at least one person that planned to be on waiting and succeeded. You'd have to be lucky tho. Hopefully Day runs amok next year and they release more.

[3oneday]

Sorry, are we talking putters or drivers?

[JADO75]

Pretty sure I mixed it up, I was talking about the driver

[backintheswing]

Where are the mods?

[TheNuclearOne]

Sorry, are we talking putters or drivers?

Both.

Majority of reports and tests so far are great on this stick. Close to SLDR spin with loads more forgiveness, good feel and a big price tag.

[mrbluu]

Yes but the demo club was a 8.5* and I clearly needed a 10.5* or more.
Ok, sounded like u liked those launch conditions!!!

[TheNuclearOne]

Good reading and some information here -

http://www.golfwrx.com/330348/review-taylormade-m1-460-and-m1-430-drivers/

[davidw88]

D4 is sold this is in the bag for now. Great driver, best feeling driver I've had and gets the ball out there.

[FuzzyJuzzy]

D4 is sold this is in the bag for now. Great driver, best feeling driver I've had and gets the ball out there.Big call. Might have to try an M1...then try and afford it:).

[JADO75]

I'll be M1ing by the end of the week with the Rogue 70 but am looking forward to strapping my Oban Tour Blue in

[Ferrins]

Just bought a SLDR S driver, is that a bit behind the times. Jado said they are unforgiving is that true?

[AusOdy]

Just bought a SLDR S driver, is that a bit behind the times. Jado said they are unforgiving is that true?

congrats, my 14° is a fun weapon

[JADO75]

If you can hit the middle more often than not & can get the right loft /shaft combo then you'll be hard pressed to find anything longer than the sldr but heel & toe shots certainly are penalised.

[Captain Nemo]

Just bought a SLDR S driver, is that a bit behind the times. Jado said they are unforgiving is that true? You'll be ok former Champ. #flusher

[aussieashley]

D4 is sold this is in the bag for now. Great driver, best feeling driver I've had and gets the ball out there. Did an ozgolfer get the D4?

[davidw88]

Sold it on Ebay. Would of done to much money selling it on here probably only get 100 bucks for it.

[TheNuclearOne]

Sold it on Ebay. Would of done to much money selling it on here probably only get 100 bucks for it.

:D

[Ferrins]

When you adjust the SLDR draw fade blue sliding thingo does it have to line up wirh a line? Got it 1/2 way berween atm.

[Scifisicko]

If you can hit the middle more often than not & can get the right loft /shaft combo then you'll be hard pressed to find anything longer than the sldr but heel & toe shots certainly are penalised. According to the charts it has the furthest forward cog and therefore lowest moi of the current crop. This is the science behind what Jado said.

[FuzzyJuzzy]

Anyone got any more hands-on experience with the M1 driver they can report on? I'm warming to it...might have to try find somewhere to hit it soonish...

[Dangals]

Anyone got any more hands-on experience with the M1 driver they can report on? I'm warming to it...might have to try find somewhere to hit it soonish...

I will let you know after Saturday ;)

[petethepilot]

I have a fitting next week.
Will give a comparo between my SLDR and the M1.
Supposedly on a radar launch monitor not a crappy Drummonds thing!

Pete

[davidw88]

Anyone got any more hands-on experience with the M1 driver they can report on? I'm warming to it...might have to try find somewhere to hit it soonish...

Still going good for me.

[JADO75]

M1 460 9.5* with Rogue 70 just purchased, first hit will be on the 1st tee in 20 mins

[live4golf]

M1 460 9.5* with Rogue 70 just purchased, first hit will be on the 1st tee in 20 mins You are magnificent.

[8081travis]

M1 460 9.5* with Rogue 70 just purchased, first hit will be on the 1st tee in 20 mins Surely you've got some feedback after an hour!

[spanner039]

Surely you've got some feedback after an hour!

Thats if he still has it

[Dangals]

Made the right decision getting one of these - hit some bombs today and there were a few where the strike was poor but they still got out there. But when it was it close to middle it was miles past where my G30 was, had one measured at 287m today and our fairwarys don't run a hell of a lot compared to other courses.

Now to just get my rogue shaft fitted with a TM tip and it will be set.

[JADO75]

Mucking Phenomenal!

[3Puttpete]

Made the right decision getting one of these - hit some bombs today and there were a few where the strike was poor but they still got out there. But when it was it close to middle it was miles past where my G30 was, had one measured at 287m today and our fairwarys don't run a hell of a lot compared to other courses.

Now to just get my rogue shaft fitted with a TM tip and it will be set.

Please define miles?

[crayon]

I have a fitting next week.Will give a comparo between my SLDR and the M1.Supposedly on a radar launch monitor not a crappy Drummonds thing!PeteLooking forward to your review, Peter!

[Dangals]

Please define miles?

I know different days but when I played last we were off the forward tees compared to the plates but today's drives were bigger.

Main thing for me is it launches lower and has less spin which is the killer for the g30 I have found for me lately

[davidw88]

Worked well for me today, hit one drive on one of our par 5's and was about 15 metres past where I have been before. Wouldn't mind trying the extra stiff rogue in it.

[JADO75]

Not sure what people are paying but if you want an M1 for $630 pm me or let me know

[Shane788]

Not sure what people are paying but if you want an M1 for $630 pm me or let me know

Our local driving range is doing them for $640, playing partner bought one today. Is that a fairly good price is it? Anyone that buys one but doesn't need the shaft, order a rogue silver 70x and I'll buy it off you [emoji4]

[petethepilot]

Let you know Shane.
I may get one and fit my DI 6S to it.
In that case, would be happy to get you the Rogue 70X.

Will know by Tuesday!

Pete

[JADO75]

$640 is a damn good price.
I wouldn't mind trying the 70x either Shano, crunched the 70s a few times today & it failed to keep up but all in all its a super shaft. I'd absolutely love a 125msi 70 shaft

[Jazz18]

I see Jado has the 460 but has anyone tried or got the 430?

[Dangals]

I see Jado has the 460 but has anyone tried or got the 430?

Yeah I tried the 430 as well as the 460 and it is a completely different club, heavier and I'd say more like a sldr in that it is nowhere near as forgiving as the 460. You would want to be a super ball striker to use the 430.

I think the testing that rick shiels did had him getting higher spin with the 430 which is exactly what happened for me as well. In the end the 460 was just a much better club.

[Jazz18]

Yeah I tried the 430 as well as the 460 and it is a completely different club, heavier and I'd say more like a sldr in that it is nowhere near as forgiving as the 460. You would want to be a super ball striker to use the 430.

I think the testing that rick shiels did had him getting higher spin with the 430 which is exactly what happened for me as well. In the end the 460 was just a much better club.

Ok thanks. Haven't hit either yet and I guess it may be different for me but I just think the 430 looks much nicer. The 460 looks very big to me. Having said that, I'm not a great driver of the ball so the 460 would probably be the right stick.

[3oneday]

M1 460 9.5* with Rogue 70 just purchased, first hit will be on the 1st tee in 20 minsthis sold yet?

[Dangals]

Ok thanks. Haven't hit either yet and I guess it may be different for me but I just think the 430 looks much nicer. The 460 looks very big to me. Having said that, I'm not a great driver of the ball so the 460 would probably be the right stick.

I would game the 430 if it was based on looks but the numbers just didn't back it up...

[8081travis]

Anyone get fit for it at Pureform in Sydney, I know they were advertising free fitings for the M1?

[Captain Nemo]

I'm booked in at 3pm tomorrow, let's see what all the fuss is about.

[JADO75]

I'll write more up later on but the M1 is absolutely legit, probably the best feeling TM driver I've ever hit & the Rogue 110 70 is a sensational stock offering.

[Dangals]

Anyone get fit for it at Pureform in Sydney, I know they were advertising free fitings for the M1?

Yeah I did one just over a week ago with will there. Top bloke and it was a good insight into my swing currently and what works and what doesn't

[FuzzyJuzzy]

I'm booked in at 3pm tomorrow, let's see what all the fuss is about.

Are they still doing the free fitting L? Extended it beyond October? Thanks.

[JADO75]

How much did you pay Dan?

[Dangals]

Are they still doing the free fitting L? Extended it beyond October? Thanks.

Don't think so FJ - pretty sure it's finished now and only people who booked it in already will be done

[Dangals]

How much did you pay Dan?

About the same as you mate but didn't get it from pure as they wanted 700 for a stock offering or more for it to be pured etc. plus the rogue 70 stock was practically the same as my tour 60 so thought I would grab the kuro shaft for giggles and just get my rogue changed over

[TheNuclearOne]

I'm booked in at 3pm tomorrow, let's see what all the fuss is about.

So the account is safe? :D

[Jazz18]

I would game the 430 if it was based on looks but the numbers just didn't back it up...

Yeah I think I'm going to have to hit this thing at some point. I know it's all part of the marketing stuff they chuck out there but if Ryan Palmer is willing to change, it must be quite good. Another guy I know who hates TM also said to me the other day that it was really good. He thought it was their best driver since the R11 which is the last TM driver I bought so I feel like there's a good omen to this one. Is it better than SLDR? I'm assuming it is much more forgiving with similar or better performance.

[Captain Nemo]

Are they still doing the free fitting L? Extended it beyond October? Thanks.No idea?I just flicked them an email and asked if I could come in. I'd do the same, get in there site tonight.

[Captain Nemo]

So the account is safe? :DSportingbet, Waterhouse or Centrebet?;)

[FuzzyJuzzy]

Just booked in a Pureform M1 fitting with Will (who did my putter fitting last year or so) for this Thursday. If this thing is as good as you blokes say it is, there could be a mass exodus of my driver collection on the horizon...

[3oneday]

Can't wait, I can see the reasoning behind selling three drivers so I can pay for one :lol:

Better hurry, it's been out for what, 3 months? I'd be nervous :)

[Captain Nemo]

I'm not buying into the tmag marketing hype.
Couldn't hit this any better than what I'm currently using.
Tried the 460 in both lofts and multitude of shafts and settings.
Will said stick with what I have and fine tune my swing.
You'd have to be a halfwit imo to buy one of these off the shelf even if you had a lazy $600 lying around in your sock draw.
As always get properly fit or spend the $600 on lessons with your local pga pro.
Looks like I've got $600 to blow on cup day....


Disclaimer I'm a chopper so take this dribble with a grain of salt!
[emoji12]

[TheNuclearOne]

I'm not buying into the tmag marketing hype.
Couldn't hit this any better than what I'm currently using.
Tried the 460 in both lofts and multitude of shafts and settings.
Will said stick with what I have and fine tune my swing.
You'd have to be a halfwit imo to buy one of these off the shelf even if you had a lazy $600 lying around in your sock draw.
As always get properly fit or spend the $600 on lessons with your local pga pro.
Looks like I've got $600 to blow on cup day....


Disclaimer I'm a chopper so take this dribble with a grain of salt!
[emoji12]


http://s1.postimg.org/63dkv4itb/Emoticon_eating_popcorn_MH900437984.jpg (http://postimage.org/)

[mrbluu]

I'm not buying into the tmag marketing hype.
Couldn't hit this any better than what I'm currently using.
Tried the 460 in both lofts and multitude of shafts and settings.
Will said stick with what I have and fine tune my swing.
You'd have to be a halfwit imo to buy one of these off the shelf even if you had a lazy $600 lying around in your sock draw.
As always get properly fit or spend the $600 on lessons with your local pga pro.
Looks like I've got $600 to blow on cup day....


Disclaimer I'm a chopper so take this dribble with a grain of salt!
[emoji12]
Do u even play??

[TheNuclearOne]

Do u even play??

Just buys and sells!

[Captain Nemo]

Do u even play??
What's that got to do with this thread?

[mrbluu]

What's that got to do with this thread?
U seem to be very in tuned with the current clubs for someone who is not playing ;)

[JADO75]

Maybe you should have taken your bicycle riding gear off first although wearing lycra should've helped you swing driver over 80mph?

[Captain Nemo]

Maybe you should have taken your bicycle riding gear off first although wearing lycra should've helped you swing driver over 80mph? Maybe you should blow me.

[JADO75]

Nope, last time I replied to your Grinder message ( how could I resist you looked really cute next to T Rex in your profile pic) you promised me the world & a signed Bulldogs jersey but gave me nothing but heartache so I'll have to decline that offer sorry. Thank you for the offer though.
PS. Remember that time we role played & you wanted me to call you Lance, ah good times

[Captain Nemo]

I just think you'd be good at giving head jobs with such a big mouth and all.
That was my mates account, you must have had us mixed up.
He told me you actually enjoyed it?
What's your actual Grinder tag?

[JADO75]

No need to bring Bluu into this

[mrbluu]

I just think you'd be good at giving head jobs with such a big mouth and all.
That was my mates account, you must have had us mixed up.
He told me you actually enjoyed it?
What's your actual Grinder tag?


No need to bring Bluu into this
Bwahahaha.

[8081travis]

I'm not buying into the tmag marketing hype. Couldn't hit this any better than what I'm currently using. Tried the 460 in both lofts and multitude of shafts and settings. Will said stick with what I have and fine tune my swing. You'd have to be a halfwit imo to buy one of these off the shelf even if you had a lazy $600 lying around in your sock draw. As always get properly fit or spend the $600 on lessons with your local pga pro. Looks like I've got $600 to blow on cup day....Disclaimer I'm a chopper so take this dribble with a grain of salt![emoji12] I hit it today at PPL 3 metres on average further, looks nice feels good, not taking the 913s spot though

[Johnny Canuck]

Bwahahaha.

Yep. Good show.

[meh]

3 metres longer than a 913?!? Jado must be having a fit after reading that.

[JADO75]

If you game the 913 it tells me you need spin, the M1 or most other latest release drivers wouldn't suit either.

[Captain Nemo]

No need to bring Bluu into this

I thought he liked it each way?

[8081travis]

If you game the 913 it tells me you need spin, the M1 or most other latest release drivers wouldn't suit either. M1 spin avg 2400, 913 spin avg 2700

[Captain Nemo]

M1 spin avg 2400, 913 spin avg 2700
What time where you there?

[8081travis]

What time where you there? Early mate 9ish

[JADO75]

Got a 430 M1 this morning with a Rogue 70 stiff that's been pured/flowed etc, looking forward to testing it against the 460 head. Geez they're a great looking driver

[braddles]

Got a 430 M1 this morning with a Rogue 70 stiff that's been pured/flowed etc, looking forward to testing it against the 460 head. Geez they're a great looking driver

I do like the looks of the 430 heads. The 460 also looks great - much better than the R15 460. I will wait and try PTP's when it finally arrives!

[D22marshall]

Do u even play?? I thought he gave the game away??

[Hutchy]

I thought he gave the game away??

He will when he fits those monies up and realises they are too much stick...lol

[Hatchman]

Had a look at the 430 and 460 in Scummond Saturday. Was surprised at how big the 430 looked against the 460.
I'm a bit ambivalent with the appearance but think it looks better with shape change at the midpoint rather than being one straight line. Not sure if it's by design for cosmetics or to assist with the bonding of the 2 materials or for performance.
I didn't hit either in case I liked it. Easier to resist the burning desire to have some thing when you have no money if you don't know how good it is :lol:

[oncewasagolfer]

Had a look at these in Drummond's today and thought the 430 looked nicer of the 2. I also had a look at the new cobra driver and thought that looked better than the m1. I didn't hit any of them as I'm not looking to spend $600+ on a new driver.

[Shane788]

Anyone noticing big distance gains with the m1?

[davidw88]

Didn't see massive gains but seem to get more long ones than I used to.

[KristianJ]

Anyone noticing big distance gains with the m1?

Dangals made mention of some distance gains with his...can't remember how much it was though.

[Dangals]

Yeah I noticed some distance in the round I have played since getting it but haven't played since due to the course being closed on the weekend so haven't been able to back it up. The fitting gave me an extra 11m but I take that with a grain of salt until I have enough game time behind it to know for sure

[Jazz18]

What shafts are you all being fitted into with M1. Do the stock shafts cut it now or are you still getting upgrades. If I got one, I think the rogue 70s would be nice but I was never a fan of the 60s so I'm not sure.

[Dangals]

The rouge 70 is a great stock shaft and kuro Kage felt good as well before I swapped it out

[petethepilot]

I've been fitted for a 430 9.5 with the Rogue 70 Stiff!
Gained distance 11 metres on my fitting.
Yet to confirm on the course!

[Yossarian]

Maybe you should blow me.

38383

[TheNuclearOne]

Omg hahaha. some of your best work Yoss. I actually really did LOL.

[TheNuclearOne]

What shafts are you all being fitted into with M1. Do the stock shafts cut it now or are you still getting upgrades. If I got one, I think the rogue 70s would be nice but I was never a fan of the 60s so I'm not sure.

I find the 70 a LOT different to the 60 for whatever reason mate. It's a great shaft. Profiles very close to the BB7.

[Captain Nemo]

38383
You selling it, how much do you want for it.
Was it any good, plenty of tips?
If you don't want to sell it, got a link to where you can get it, certain guy on here would enjoy getting it in the mail for Xmas.....

[Jazz18]

I find the 70 a LOT different to the 60 for whatever reason mate. It's a great shaft. Profiles very close to the BB7.

Ok thanks. For whatever reason, I find that lighter shafts tend to feel more boardy. I have a diamana D+ in x-stiff that doesn't feel as stiff as my Attas 6star 5s (Attas is a great shaft though) so thought the 70s Rogue might not feel as much like a steel pole as the 60s even though it's heavier.

[davidw88]

Feels pretty smooth I reckon, I prefer it to the 60. I have the stiff but am after x stiff to try.

[Yossarian]

You selling it, how much do you want for it.Was it any good, plenty of tips?If you don't want to sell it, got a link to where you can get it, certain guy on here would enjoy getting it in the mail for Xmas..... http://www.amazon.com/50-Ways-Eat-****-AlternaTips/dp/148259143X

[TheNuclearOne]

http://www.amazon.com/50-Ways-Eat-****-AlternaTips/dp/148259143X

LOL@ some of the reviews hahaha

[3Puttpete]

Even if it's 10m longer, $60-$70 per metre gained seems a lot

[JADO75]

Don't mail it Nemo, I'll grab it next time I'm over at yours although you're not normally home when I'm there (smiley face)

[FuzzyJuzzy]

My M1 arrived this morning. Itching to have a hit of it this evening, but may not be able to make it to the course before it gets dark. I have a bit of a phobia about hitting range balls with black-faced drivers due to the marks they may leave on the clean black face. Does anyone else have a similar phobia? Is it legit? Thanks.

[JADO75]

Wipe the ball first or if they're painted don't hit them

[FuzzyJuzzy]

Wipe the ball first or if they're painted don't hit them

What are the yellow Srixon range balls at Sharkies mate? Painted on? Thanks.

[3oneday]

Never marked my black faced adams with those balls, but hopefully you get some of the newer ones.

[JADO75]

Nope they're ok, just shit balls that give you false confidence

[spanner039]

I have a bit of a phobia about hitting range balls with black-faced drivers due to the marks they may leave on the clean black face. Does anyone else have a similar phobia? Is it legit? Thanks.

I do now, I just use impact tape cheap and you could learn something

[Hutchy]

You selling it, how much do you want for it.
Was it any good, plenty of tips?
If you don't want to sell it, got a link to where you can get it, certain guy on here would enjoy getting it in the mail for Xmas.....

Hand delivered would be in the xmas spirit ;) In person in a santa suit, red is a good colour for you cap ;)

Hohoho.

[petethepilot]

Never used a driver where fitting is more important.
Tried my 430 with a Rogue 70S today!
Whimped out on the settings recommended to me by my fitting.
Went with more draw bias and rearward setting.
Hit mostly snipey mid level hooks. Not going to far either!
Adjusted the settings to 1 notch toward fade of neutral
and the front rear weight more forward.
Night and day on the result.
Started smashing long straight low spinning bombs!
Couldn't believe the difference. Looking forward to trying my DI6 in the head.

Pete

[3Puttpete]

Never used a driver where fitting is more important.
Tried my 430 with a Rogue 70S today!
Whimped out on the settings recommended to me by my fitting.
Went with more draw bias and rearward setting.
Hit mostly snipey mid level hooks. Not going to far either!
Adjusted the settings to 1 notch toward fade of neutral
and the front rear weight more forward.
Night and day on the result.
Started smashing long straight low spinning bombs!
Couldn't believe the difference. Looking forward to trying my DI6 in the head.

Pete

Like everyone else, would be interested to hear real course results

[TheNuclearOne]

Like everyone else, would be interested to hear real course results

I'm confuse, reading between the lines one half of me reads this may have actually been on course results? Hate to put my life on it tho.

[3oneday]

Looked more range results for mine.

This club superceded yet?

[Scifisicko]

Wipe the ball first or if they're painted don't hit them+1 if any ball has sand on it it will mark a black faced driver.

[TheNuclearOne]

Looked more range results for mine.

This club superceded yet?

There's that too.

[petethepilot]

Never used a driver where fitting is more important.
Tried my 430 with a Rogue 70S today!
Whimped out on the settings recommended to me by my fitting.
Went with more draw bias and rearward setting.
Hit mostly snipey mid level hooks. Not going to far either!
Adjusted the settings to 1 notch toward fade of neutral
and the front rear weight more forward.
Night and day on the result.
Started smashing long straight low spinning bombs!
Couldn't believe the difference. Looking forward to trying my DI6 in the head.

Pete

Very much on course results!!!
Played at Kew Golf Club yesterday!

[TheNuclearOne]

Very much on course results!!!
Played at Kew Golf Club yesterday!

Phew!

[backintheswing]

Very much on course results!!!
Played at Kew Golf Club yesterday!

Social hit was it?[emoji3][emoji3]

[petethepilot]

Yep!
Reciprocal.

[3oneday]

So results didn't count then.

[TheNuclearOne]

What if he finally conquered this game tho, in his finest hour.

[Wenz]

I played an M1 with UST axivcore black 89s (thanks hatchy) at Royal Adelaide.
Very good but nothing better than what I already have. Also wasn't as consistent with it as my BCP.
I couldn't get this thing in the air, I have a 9.5 head and was hitting knuckle balls. I cranked the loft up to highest it could go, results were much better.

Is this the same concept as the SLDR (loft up)?
Or could it just be the 89 gram shaft I was playing?

[3oneday]

I'd say a 90 gram driver shaft should be reserved for a PGA Tour player swinging at 130 :)

[Wenz]

True. Might try old faithful 6Q3.

[8081travis]

Is the M1 order only or is it selling on shelf at places?

[Hatchman]

Have seen them on rack in Drummonds.

[Wenz]

What is everyones setup?
Specifically the weights on the bottom.

[petethepilot]

M1 430 9.5 with Aldila Rogue 70S

Playing loft 10.9* (2 notches higher than Std)
Left/Right weight - 1 spot towards Fade
Front /Back weight - 1 spot aft of centre

Hope that helps

[oldracer]

M1 430 9.5 with Aldila Rogue 70S

Playing loft 10.9* (2 notches higher than Std)
Left/Right weight - 1 spot towards Fade
Front /Back weight - 1 spot aft of centre

Hope that helpswhat ball flight does that give u Pete?

[petethepilot]

Low spin mid flight with a 5 to 10 metre draw!

10 metres longer than my SLDR.

[mrbluu]

Low spin mid flight with a 5 to 10 metre draw!

10 metres longer than my SLDR.

You mean KJ's driver..../

[davidw88]

I have mine set up with the 2 weights in the middle of there slots and have a 9.5 on 1 line lower than standard.

[Hatchman]

I'd say a 90 gram driver shaft should be reserved for a PGA Tour player swinging at 130 :)

Why?

[andylo]

Looking forward to try mine :)

[Jarro]

Looking forward to try mine :)
Dibs [emoji14]

[oldracer]

Low spin mid flight with a 5 to 10 metre draw!

10 metres longer than my SLDR.just what I'm looking for, dibs when u done ;) having said that I'm very very happy with my current setup

[petethepilot]

The 815 Alpha head was great! I just never got the shaft/configuration set up right for me!

[3oneday]

Why?commonsense.

[petethepilot]

Why?

It is harder to get club speed out of a heavier shaft. If you are already swinging at 130, you don't need more speed.
The heavier shaft will have thicker walls and tend to play stiffer. That is a general rule of thumb.
Those players that use that Gerry Hogan counter balanced shaft (forgot its name) may disagree with that generalisation though!

[D22marshall]

just what I'm looking for, dibs when u done ;) having said that I'm very very happy with my current setup Won't be a long wait

[oldracer]

The 815 Alpha head was great! I just never got the shaft/configuration set up right for me!I found the BB6s and the Oban Gold to be very similar, both are great. Did you try the Alpha with a rogue??

[mrbluu]

I found the BB6s and the Oban Gold to be very similar, both are great. Did you try the Alpha with a rogue??
Have u tried the Oban Devotion 04 and a RedTie???

[Hatchman]

It is harder to get club speed out of a heavier shaft. If you are already swinging at 130, you don't need more speed.
The heavier shaft will have thicker walls and tend to play stiffer. That is a general rule of thumb.
Those players that use that Gerry Hogan counter balanced shaft (forgot its name) may disagree with that generalisation though!

Thanks Pete.
It does makes sense but does not explain why in my case I am more consistent without loss of distance with heavier shafts. My driver swing speed around the 97-98mph last time measured a year ago. The Driver I've found that bucks the heavy trend for me has been the BiO Cell+ with stock Red Tie.

[petethepilot]

Nunchux was the shaft in question that I couldn't remember the name of!

[JADO75]

430 9.5* with 110msi Rogue 70 stiff a click lower in loft, weight all the way to draw & least spin was the setting I gave mine a touch up with yesty arvo & will be using tomorrow morning. Ballflight was just above mid, low spin & dirty long. I haven't had the chance to hit the 430 too much but found I can turn it to the left a bit too much so I tried it yesterday with the face a little open & am very happy with what I was seeing.

[Wenz]

Fk me. Striped the thread on my adapter I just got put on.

[oldracer]

Have u tried the Oban Devotion 04 and a RedTie???no neither B, what flight do they offer, good shafts???

[mrbluu]

no neither B, what flight do they offer, good shafts???No secret I love the RedTie. I got the BB6 recently so will let u know soon.

[TheNuclearOne]

Fk me. Striped the thread on my adapter I just got put on.

Fake? Didn't use tool?

[Wenz]

Fake? Didn't use tool? From ebay. Used tm wrench

[Hatchman]

Fk me. Striped the thread on my adapter I just got put on.

Is that the new one I put on the other day? I have 3 from the same place on different shafts that have all been no problem.
Is it the thread on the screw or the thread in the adaptor that stripped.?

[3oneday]

Fk me. Striped the thread on my adapter I just got put on.club surely can't genuine, or adaptor at least. How could it be stripped, you only click it the once?

[Daves]

club surely can't genuine, or adaptor at least. How could it be stripped, you only click it the once?

Any adapter can strip if you don't watch what you are doing when tightening them up. If the adapter isn't sitting properly in the hosel slot, it can act like a puller on the screw that hasn't got full purchase.

[Captain Nemo]

Agree with Dave, only takes a little bit of grit in there to **** them up.
The non OEM Ping ones are ordinary IMO, had 2 mates **** there's up and I've had to replace with gen ones.

[Wenz]

Is that the new one I put on the other day? I have 3 from the same place on different shafts that have all been no problem.Is it the thread on the screw or the thread in the adaptor that stripped.? Thread in the adapter which is annoying.I've found another one in the bottom of my golf bag which is fortunate.I've used several ebay job adapters and never had a problem, 100% my fault, should be a little but more careful when adjusting it.

[Hatchman]

You need me to pull the adaptor and stick the other one on?
I'm out running errands for the Minister. Expecting to be home from 4pm onwards.

[JADO75]

Alrighty then, first round with my M1 430 9.5* with Rogue 110 70s yesterday.
Settings
Loft was on upright 9.5*, all the way to draw & spin weight all the way forward.
Ballflight
Was just above mid but it was sneaky in that it's apex height wasn't as high as a lot of other drivers I've hit but it still carried to my usual places & released upon landing.
Playability
My normal ballflight is straight or a little cut although I do have a pull hook in me occasionally too. Today I lost a couple right but they were crap swings. But I also shaped some both ways & was more than happy with the results.
Feel & Sound
Best feeling & sounding TM club I've ever hit, pretty sure it's the carbon fibre head that helps with the acoustics but the face is much softer than the SLDR (which I also love) & I love the muted sound it makes. The M1 reminds me of one of my favourite drivers, the Callaway Razr Fit but the M1 is on juice.
Forgiveness
Just like the R15 was a big improvement over the SLDR in regards to heel & toe strikes, the M1 even the 430 is better again. Sure you're punished somewhat but nowhere near as much as the SLDR.
Distance
No outlandish claims that this is the longest driver ever but it is very very long. Without wanting to come across as a tosser I'm lucky enough to hit be able to go long off the tee & there is no driver that is going to give me an extra 30m if the driver I'm using is close to my fit. I believe that if my swing is where it should be the only way blokes like myself can pick up more distance is by making sure I have the right loft head to get desired launch angle & making sure my spin is good. Add to that the way a club looks & feels which can make you more confident which may buy you some metres. Well I believe this club can definitely provide me with an opportunity to deliver some very very long tee balls as I did yesterday. When I'm swinging well my Sldr 10.5*/AD BB6s is absolutely perfect but the misses do hurt, the M1 seems to do what my Sldr does without the snap hook that the Sldr has the M1 misses aren't penalised as much. For mine the R15 had a fair bit of right side in it but the M1 is much more neutral.
Extras
I tried a few 60 odd gram shafts in it earlier in the week they all felt like crap, way too light so I'm not sure if I'm going to try my Rogue 125msi 60X in it. I'm keen to test some 70's & see how they go. I'm not sure if I prefer the 460 or 430 M1 yet as they feel similar but play quite differently although it is advantage 430 at the moment.

[icandy]

Damn it Jado75!
Exactly my thoughts at the moment. SLDR long, but snap hooks and forgiving sometimes.. R15 atm - hook gone, not as long as SLDR and little bit on the right side.
Hmmmmmmmmmmmm

Oh i'm playing black 460 R15 btw, you said white was better too hey..


Alrighty then, first round with my M1 430 9.5* with Rogue 110 70s yesterday.
Settings
Loft was on upright 9.5*, all the way to draw & spin weight all the way forward.
Ballflight
Was just above mid but it was sneaky in that it's apex height wasn't as high as a lot of other drivers I've hit but it still carried to my usual places & released upon landing.
Playability
My normal ballflight is straight or a little cut although I do have a pull hook in me occasionally too. Today I lost a couple right but they were crap swings. But I also shaped some both ways & was more than happy with the results.
Feel & Sound
Best feeling & sounding TM club I've ever hit, pretty sure it's the carbon fibre head that helps with the acoustics but the face is much softer than the SLDR (which I also love) & I love the muted sound it makes. The M1 reminds me of one of my favourite drivers, the Callaway Razr Fit but the M1 is on juice.
Forgiveness
Just like the R15 was a big improvement over the SLDR in regards to heel & toe strikes, the M1 even the 430 is better again. Sure you're punished somewhat but nowhere near as much as the SLDR.
Distance
No outlandish claims that this is the longest driver ever but it is very very long. Without wanting to come across as a tosser I'm lucky enough to hit be able to go long off the tee & there is no driver that is going to give me an extra 30m if the driver I'm using is close to my fit. I believe that if my swing is where it should be the only way blokes like myself can pick up more distance is by making sure I have the right loft head to get desired launch angle & making sure my spin is good. Add to that the way a club looks & feels which can make you more confident which may buy you some metres. Well I believe this club can definitely provide me with an opportunity to deliver some very very long tee balls as I did yesterday. When I'm swinging well my Sldr 10.5*/AD BB6s is absolutely perfect but the misses do hurt, the M1 seems to do what my Sldr does without the snap hook that the Sldr has the M1 misses aren't penalised as much. For mine the R15 had a fair bit of right side in it but the M1 is much more neutral.
Extras
I tried a few 60 odd gram shafts in it earlier in the week they all felt like crap, way too light so I'm not sure if I'm going to try my Rogue 125msi 60X in it. I'm keen to test some 70's & see how they go. I'm not sure if I prefer the 460 or 430 M1 yet as they feel similar but play quite differently although it is advantage 430 at the moment.

[dM.]

Alrighty then, first round with my M1 430 9.5* with Rogue 110 70s yesterday.
Settings
Loft was on upright 9.5*, all the way to draw & spin weight all the way forward.
Ballflight
Was just above mid but it was sneaky in that it's apex height wasn't as high as a lot of other drivers I've hit but it still carried to my usual places & released upon landing.
Playability
My normal ballflight is straight or a little cut although I do have a pull hook in me occasionally too. Today I lost a couple right but they were crap swings. But I also shaped some both ways & was more than happy with the results.
Feel & Sound
Best feeling & sounding TM club I've ever hit, pretty sure it's the carbon fibre head that helps with the acoustics but the face is much softer than the SLDR (which I also love) & I love the muted sound it makes. The M1 reminds me of one of my favourite drivers, the Callaway Razr Fit but the M1 is on juice.
Forgiveness
Just like the R15 was a big improvement over the SLDR in regards to heel & toe strikes, the M1 even the 430 is better again. Sure you're punished somewhat but nowhere near as much as the SLDR.
Distance
No outlandish claims that this is the longest driver ever but it is very very long. Without wanting to come across as a tosser I'm lucky enough to hit be able to go long off the tee & there is no driver that is going to give me an extra 30m if the driver I'm using is close to my fit. I believe that if my swing is where it should be the only way blokes like myself can pick up more distance is by making sure I have the right loft head to get desired launch angle & making sure my spin is good. Add to that the way a club looks & feels which can make you more confident which may buy you some metres. Well I believe this club can definitely provide me with an opportunity to deliver some very very long tee balls as I did yesterday. When I'm swinging well my Sldr 10.5*/AD BB6s is absolutely perfect but the misses do hurt, the M1 seems to do what my Sldr does without the snap hook that the Sldr has the M1 misses aren't penalised as much. For mine the R15 had a fair bit of right side in it but the M1 is much more neutral.
Extras
I tried a few 60 odd gram shafts in it earlier in the week they all felt like crap, way too light so I'm not sure if I'm going to try my Rogue 125msi 60X in it. I'm keen to test some 70's & see how they go. I'm not sure if I prefer the 460 or 430 M1 yet as they feel similar but play quite differently although it is advantage 430 at the moment.

My favorite feeling TM driver's has been the Tour Burner TP and the Original R11, everything else after that has felt tinny, hallow and awful from TM. The best feeling driver for me was the Razr Hawk, might have to give the M1 a go as from what you're saying it sounds like it should feel like the Forged Composite heads from Cally.

[FuzzyJuzzy]

Anyone need/want a KuroKage 60 S shaft for their M1? Or can trade for a Fujikura Pro 60 S? Thanks, FJ.
P.S., I know this is in the wrong thread, but this thread is where the M1 action is happening:).

[Wenz]

FJ, how much do you want to sell it for?

[petethepilot]

Don't discount the 70g shaft offerings guys.
I have alwYs played a mid sixty gram shaft but the 70S Rogue
offered here feels great. Not boardy at all.

Pete

[mrbluu]

Don't discount the 70g shaft offerings guys.
I have alwYs played a mid sixty gram shaft but the 70S Rogue
offered here feels great. Not boardy at all.

Pete
Shit does this mean I have to wait another week for the shaft ;)

[D22marshall]

Shit does this mean I have to wait another week for the shaft ;) Do you want my shaft? 😁

[mrbluu]

Do you want my shaft? 😁
Is this golf related ??? [emoji38]

[D22marshall]

is this golf related ??? [emoji38] no 😘

[mrbluu]

no 😘
[emoji33]

[Shane788]

My favorite feeling TM driver's has been the Tour Burner TP and the Original R11, everything else after that has felt tinny, hallow and awful from TM. The best feeling driver for me was the Razr Hawk, might have to give the M1 a go as from what you're saying it sounds like it should feel like the Forged Composite heads from Cally.

Have you hit the sldr? I think the sldr is the most solid feeling/sounding driver I have hit compared to recent offerings from the last few years cobra, Nike, titleist, callaway and so on. Yet to hit the M1 though.

[knighty92]

Anyone else noticing how loud(piercing) it is? lol. I left the practice range with my left ear ringing :?

[petethepilot]

Don't hit range balls with it imho.

Sounds fine to me and a Pro V.

[knighty92]

Don't hit range balls with it imho.

Sounds fine to me and a Pro V.

Ahh, i saw a few posts stating that some balls leave marks on the face. Would that effect the club?

Sorry for the noob questions, i've got a bit to learn :)

[spanner039]

Ahh, i saw a few posts stating that some balls leave marks on the face. Would that effect the club?

Sorry for the noob questions, i've got a bit to learn :)

Wont damage It to the point of unusable, just leaves crappy marks that will make it even more worthless in the future.

[knighty92]

Wont damage It to the point of unusable, just leaves crappy marks that will make it even more worthless in the future.

Ahk, fair enough. So, do many players use an old driver on the range and save the high end gear for the course?

Edit: Nvm, saw a suggestion of using tape over the face. Looks like i'll be doing that in the future.

[spanner039]

Nah just go to a range with decent balls, i have used impact tape but no matter how careful you will still leave a mark every now and again

[8081travis]

M1 arrived...got the Kurokage in stiff after being fit for it, still feels a bit soft. Going to not hit it and get fit again. Anyone have the Kurokage, what's it feel like?

[icandy]

Where did you guys get your M1s?

[JADO75]

One from Drummond & the other from a fella who just got the M1 but then got sponsored by Ping so he had to move the Taylormade gear on yeeha!

[andylo]

Finally get to hit mine today.

In compare to SDLR tour issue I bought:

Sound:
SDLR > M1

Feel:
SDLR > M1 if you hit the sweet spot, otherwise M1

Forgiveness:
M1 definitely > SDLR

Distance:
M1 > SDLR, I gained around 10-18 meters

[Jazz18]

M1 arrived...got the Kurokage in stiff after being fit for it, still feels a bit soft. Going to not hit it and get fit again. Anyone have the Kurokage, what's it feel like?

While it's not a large sample, I've hit the M1 460 once off the tee the other day. It had the stiff Kuro Kage in it. Felt like a banana so would need to go with the rogue if I was going to grab one. My mate who was with me thought the same for me straight away. He was hitting it off most tees and striping it. He quite liked the shaft so horses for courses I guess.

[3oneday]

Finally get to hit mine today.

In compare to SDLR tour issue I bought:

Sound:
SDLR > M1

Feel:
SDLR > M1 if you hit the sweet spot, otherwise M1

Forgiveness:
M1 definitely > SDLR

Distance:
M1 > SDLR, I gained around 10-18 meterswhat's your handicap these days aloho?

[rodders]

M1 arrived...got the Kurokage in stiff after being fit for it, still feels a bit soft. Going to not hit it and get fit again. Anyone have the Kurokage, what's it feel like?

I just got an M1 last week. Decided to head to the TaylorMade performance lab in melbourne.

I paid $60 for the fitting. Its a GC2 they use. My driver I was asked to take with me and I hit about 20 balls. Average was about 240m with a swing speed of about 97mph.

I then hit the 460 10.5 degree with kura kage. I was spraying it. The bloke then adjust the hosel to upright (no loft change) and adjusted the weights to pretty much middle on both. Instant change. Dispersion was great and apparently hitting it an average of 270m! I didn't believe the guy as I know I don't hit that far. I also forgot to look at the swing speed. He said stats were spot on.

Played Saturday at my home club. This club is amazing - easily i have gained 20m +. Dispersion was still good with a couple of tugs to the left the result of bad swing. When I got home I did a check on google earth to get an idea of length and it confirmed a few 260+ drives.

The shaft itself feels great. I thought i would get the Rogue as I had one in my 915 but Im really glad I didn't. An easy swing seems to produce great results. I haven't tried to bash the hell out of it yet due to limited outings.

[Wenz]

Got mine off gumtree.

[petethepilot]

K
I just got an M1 last week. Decided to head to the TaylorMade performance lab in melbourne.

I paid $60 for the fitting. Its a GC2 they use. My driver I was asked to take with me and I hit about 20 balls. Average was about 240m with a swing speed of about 97mph.

I then hit the 460 10.5 degree with kura kage. I was spraying it. The bloke then adjust the hosel to upright (no loft change) and adjusted the weights to pretty much middle on both. Instant change. Dispersion was great and apparently hitting it an average of 270m! I didn't believe the guy as I know I don't hit that far. I also forgot to look at the swing speed. He said stats were spot on.

Played Saturday at my home club. This club is amazing - easily i have gained 20m +. Dispersion was still good with a couple of tugs to the left the result of bad swing. When I got home I did a check on google earth to get an idea of length and it confirmed a few 260+ drives.

The shaft itself feels great. I thought i would get the Rogue as I had one in my 915 but Im really glad I didn't. An easy swing seems to produce great results. I haven't tried to bash the hell out of it yet due to limited outings.
Always thought you were a closet TM Fan Boy!

[petethepilot]

This club is all about the fitting imho.
I know it will be worth nothing in 12 months but I am enjoying it
big time atm.

[JADO75]

I've hit my M1's with a few 60-70 gram shafts whilst practising & didn't like them at all even though they have been shafts I've used successfully in other heads but last Saturday I used a Fujikura Pro 63 stiff in my 430 & apart from a couple of crappy blocks to the right, it was damn good. I hit some balls that were quite long but places I've been before with other combos but I love the launch window, flight, feel & sound I get with the M1.
I also gave the 430 a tickle with a Matrix 7M3 last Friday arvo & it nearly got the start over the Fuji it was that good. I've always thought the 7M3 is a great shaft that holds up well when you want to give it a big nudge. I was getting an above mid ballflight that was just so pretty to look at with muck all spin that released plenty upon landing.
I still believe this is TM's best driver to date, 2nd place goes to the SLDR & 3rd goes to the 07 TP Burner

[andylo]

what's your handicap these days aloho?

golf

[Johnny Canuck]

I've hit my M1's with a few 60-70 gram shafts whilst practising & didn't like them at all even though they have been shafts I've used successfully in other heads but last Saturday I used a Fujikura Pro 63 stiff in my 430 & apart from a couple of crappy blocks to the right, it was damn good. I hit some balls that were quite long but places I've been before with other combos but I love the launch window, flight, feel & sound I get with the M1.
I also gave the 430 a tickle with a Matrix 7M3 last Friday arvo & it nearly got the start over the Fuji it was that good. I've always thought the 7M3 is a great shaft that holds up well when you want to give it a big nudge. I was getting an above mid ballflight that was just so pretty to look at with muck all spin that released plenty upon landing.
I still believe this is TM's best driver to date, 2nd place goes to the SLDR & 3rd goes to the 07 TP Burner

Interesting. Having not tried the M1, my top two TM drivers are the SLDR and 07 TP Burner as well.

[TheNuclearOne]

Interesting. Having not tried the M1, my top two TM drivers are the SLDR and 07 TP Burner as well.

With your luck of late one will pop up with a Silver Rogue X flex for $275 :roll:

[icandy]

Got mine off gumtree.
Nice find.

[Lagerlover]

One on there atm

[Wenz]

Will be trying a Rogue Black 70s in my M1.
Should be a good combo with a little bit more launch. Have never hit this shaft or even the silver extensively for that fact.

Different topic.
I read on golfwrx an interesting stat that 5 out of 7 pros playing the M1 in a recent event had the back track in the high setting. Who else is using the high setting?

[petethepilot]

Mine is 1 notch back of middle!

[JADO75]

Got both mine all the way forward & haven't done any testing yet

[mrbluu]

I just got an M1 last week. Decided to head to the TaylorMade performance lab in melbourne.

I paid $60 for the fitting. Its a GC2 they use. My driver I was asked to take with me and I hit about 20 balls. Average was about 240m with a swing speed of about 97mph.

I then hit the 460 10.5 degree with kura kage. I was spraying it. The bloke then adjust the hosel to upright (no loft change) and adjusted the weights to pretty much middle on both. Instant change. Dispersion was great and apparently hitting it an average of 270m! I didn't believe the guy as I know I don't hit that far. I also forgot to look at the swing speed. He said stats were spot on.

Played Saturday at my home club. This club is amazing - easily i have gained 20m +. Dispersion was still good with a couple of tugs to the left the result of bad swing. When I got home I did a check on google earth to get an idea of length and it confirmed a few 260+ drives.

The shaft itself feels great. I thought i would get the Rogue as I had one in my 915 but Im really glad I didn't. An easy swing seems to produce great results. I haven't tried to bash the hell out of it yet due to limited outings.
WOW 270m from a 97mph swing. I need to get one as well!!!

[Icestorm959]

Asif you gained 20 metres...

[petethepilot]

He didn't hit it far before Iceman!
Hell, an old guy like me used to blow it by him!

I will say though, Every so often I make swing with this club and it seems to go forever!
Don't know why, just does!

[Icestorm959]

He didn't hit it far before Iceman!Hell, an old guy like me used to blow it by him!I will say though, Every so often I make swing with this club and it seems to go forever!Don't know why, just does! Haha ok, I guess I am going to have to try it to believe it!

[JADO75]

Used my M1 460 9.5* with Matrix Black Tie 7M3 stiff & apart from two big boys into the wind the rest was shite. The head felt great to hit, shaft felt really good (no homo), loaded well but it kept bleeding right & for the life of me I couldn't turn it over.
It was the the first time for awhile that I've used the 460 & it's a great feeling head, I think I'll try a different shaft in it next time.

[8081travis]

Boys does the stock grip feel thicker to anyone? Feels like it may have a wrap or 2?

[live4golf]

Had a round with a couple of blokes that had the 460 M1, both nailed them. One of the guys had 2 red weights in the front and 1 black one in the back, went very well.

[rodders]

Boys does the stock grip feel thicker to anyone? Feels like it may have a wrap or 2?

Absolutely feels thicker but it isn't the wraps. I expect the grips themselves is where the thickness lies. I have taken a couple of the stocks off and looks like a glue on one and wrap on another.

[Wenz]

They are probably the lamkins made for justin rose which have 2+ taper on bottom hand.

[gumby]

had a few shots with it today, felt as good as any new driver that's out there on the market.

[8081travis]

Absolutely feels thicker but it isn't the wraps. I expect the grips themselves is where the thickness lies. I have taken a couple of the stocks off and looks like a glue on one and wrap on another. Yeah had it replaced today was shitting me, standard grip much better

[icandy]

Golf world has 30% off everything. Mate picked up m1 $729 - 30% = $525

[JADO75]

Got the shits! Just smoked my M1 430, look down & the white paint on the crown has cracked

[Dangals]

Got the shits! Just smoked my M1 430, look down & the white paint on the crown has cracked

mine has done that as well - noticed after the round on the weekend.

where abouts on the crown did it happen - near the toe or hosel side?

[KristianJ]

I've read about stuff like that on GolfWRX...mainly around the T on the crown. But it's enough to make me wary about jumping into the M1/M2 pool.

[TheNuclearOne]

I'll sit back and wait for the second generation i think.

[FuzzyJuzzy]

Got the shits! Just smoked my M1 430, look down & the white paint on the crown has cracked

You're well too hardcore dude:). No cracks on mine yet...but I'm mostly softcore myself:).

[JADO75]

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[8081travis]

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This happened to me with my 460 sent it back replaced with a new head

[JADO75]

Sent it to Taylormade or where you bought it?

[Dangals]

Here's mine - http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160303/9c6a888b0eceeec817134f6d8fa64d31.jpg

Interesting they just replaced it. Did you go to the retailer or straight to TM?

[8081travis]

I just gave it to the proshop at the club where i bought it and they returned it

[Hatchman]

It would be interesting to see whats under that paint on the cracked area.

Either way, a fair bit of it happening if you read GolfWRX. Not good enough if your forking out $700 AU new. You'd just be waiting for the replacement to do the same.

[Johnny Canuck]

This would never happen if these drivers were made in Japan

[TheNuclearOne]

This would never happen if these drivers were made in Japan

Particularly if forged by Hattori Hanzo.

[spanner039]

Thats pretty disappointing from TM

Regardless if they are replacing them i would still be pretty pissed at spending that much and having to send it back

Didnt get a set of RSi2's for the simple reason they had issues with the faces

No TM for me ever