2 years ago I read up on Kirkland balls and found they were almost identical, if not better, than the Titleist ProV1. I bought 2 packs of 24 for around 25 bucks each in the fall ($50 for 48 balls). They were sold out before Christmas. The balls were excellent, a steal for the price. I tried to buy some last year, they were going for 64 bucks a dozen. Unbelievable.
In all the tests I've seen, the original batch of KSigs had been comparable to the ProV1. Controlled environment electronic data capture, as well as on course testing. The new one, which is a different manufacturer and design, may be different.
...or they're contracting with one of the big boys to white label. they already have a pretty cozy relationship with Callaway.
Selling more product without diluting their brand. But yes, knowing Costco's reputation for pushing out quality product vs DSG, who owns top flite and tommy armour, i would think that is the target market. Its not a stretch to say that very few Vokey players are going to switch over.
https://golf.com/gear/golf-balls/costco-kirland-four-piece-golf-ball-refund/
Shoddy Kameron Putters. Ha!
I am a Mizuno guy as well. Been playing their irons since 1990. I used to play the MP-33's and then switched to the MX-23's in the mid 2000's. I played the JPX 900's (my first set of non-forged irons) for a few seasons since I took a break from playing since I was coaching my kids and not playing as much. I figured I needed the extra help and was very inconsistent with them. Went back to the MX-23's and it was like throwing darts again. I got fitted a few years ago for the JPX 919 Forged. Love them. Mizuno is currently out of stock of 919 forged since they announced the JPX 921 will be released in September.
I'm a 14 and recently picked up a set of Taylor Made M4's. Much more forgiving and a bigger sweet spot. Very happy with them.
What days days do you typically play Sunset Valley? Before this year, I was usually there at some point almost every day of the week except Sunday. If you play there somewhat regularly I probably know you at least by face or swing LOL.
Holes 5 and 9 on the Ridge 9 are two of the very worst holes for me. On any course that I've played.
time for one of those extra distance top flite rocks...
You should try the MP20 HMB. Same specs (length and top line) as MX23. It’s cast 3-8 and forged 9 & per. I was going to get fitted for a set but won’t waste the money or time right now.
I was a member at Knoll many years ago but none of my buddies wanted to play there so I gave up my membership. Ironically, our (wife and myself) first home was a townhouse in the Deer Run complex. It is how I got addicted to the game. I worked in Morris Plains and raced home to play 9 holes everyday while she went to gym or did some extra work stuff. Been playing like that for 30+ years.
I was just reading about those in Golf Magazine. I assumed they were all forged but will check them online and at the PGA Superstore.
They are defining forged like Taylormade. It’s a hollow club like P790. A lot of people use it as a driving iron. My understanding is that the 9 & PW is forged. It is supposed to be less forgiving than MX 23. Let me know your thoughts after you hit them.
I understand your point of view, but technology makes a difference. Same with many other products, even grass seed believe it or not! There is measurable progress in many fields.
Not true. The original ball was a 4-pc ball that was excellent. The ball was being in South Korea by Nassau who also used to make TaylorMade balls. The ball was very similar but not identical to a Tour Preferred. I have heard it might have been a prototype design by TM that never was produced. Titleist sent Costco the usual nasty letter saying their typical BS which usually forces small companies to fold up shop. Costco said FU and sued Titleist. Titleist counter-sued claiming false advertising and some other BS. Nassau stopped making the ball for Costco so they got a new vendor who made a new 4-pc. The article you referenced was about that ball. It had cover cutting issues and Costco refunded everyone their money and told people to keep them. It was a decent ball but the cover had QC issues as it was poorly adhered to outer mantle layer.
