Three Swing Challenge: Testing the L.A.B. Golf DF3 putter
GolfWRX’s resident Club Junkie, Brian Knudson, puts the L.A.B. Golf DF3 putter to the test in our new Three Swing Challenge.
Why three swings?
Many years ago, the legendary Barney Adams, founder of Adams Golf, told us this:
“My formula as a fitter was three shots only. I discounted No. 1 just because it was the first one, counted 100 percent of No. 2, and discounted No. 3, because the player was starting to adjust.”
This is in line with our experience, and we believe golfers can make a meaningful judgment about a club in just a few swings.
Let us know what you want to see in the challenge next!
Read more about the L.A.B. Golf DF3 putter here.
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Whats in the Bag
Nick Bienz WITB 2024 (July)
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- Nike Bienz — of “Golf Galaxy employee pounds 3 beers before playoff to qualify for Rocket Mortgage Classic” fame — WITB accurate as of the aforementioned. More photos from the event here.
Driver: Callaway Rogue ST Triple Diamond (10.5 degrees)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Tensei 1K Blue 50 TX
3-wood: Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Max HL (16.5 degrees)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Tensei 1K Red 70 TX
Hybrid: Callaway Apex UW (21 degrees)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Tensei 1K White 90 X
Irons: Srixon ZU65 (4), Callaway Apex Pro (5-9)
Shafts: Mitsubishi MMT HY 100 TX (4), Mitsubishi MMT 125 TX (5-9)
Wedges: Callaway Jaws MD5 (46-10S), Titleist Vokey Design SM9 (50-12F, 54-10S), SM10 (58-04T)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400
Putter: Odyssey Toulon Design Portland
Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet
See more in-hand photos of Bienz’s WITB here.
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Whats in the Bag
Hayden Springer WITB 2024 (July)
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- Hayden Springer what’s in the bag accurate as of the Rocket Mortgage Classic. More photos from the event here.
Driver: Titleist GT3 (8 degrees, A1 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Diamana GT 70 TX
3-wood: Titleist GT2 (13.5 degrees, D1 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Diamana GT 80 TX
5-wood: Titleist GT3 (18 degrees, D1 SureFit setting)
Shaft: Project X HZRDUS Black 80 6.5
Irons: Titleist T150 (3-PW)
Shafts: KBS Tour C-Taper 125 S+
Check out more in-hand photos of Hayden Springer’s clubs here.
Wedges: Titleist Vokey Design SM10 (50-08F, 52-10S, 60-08M)
Shafts: True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400
Putter: Odyssey 2-Ball 10 Tour Lined
Grip: SuperStroke Zenergy Tour 1.0
Grips: Lamkin Crossline Cord
Ball: Titleist Pro V1
Check out more in-hand photos of Hayden Springer’s clubs here.
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Equipment
Mitsubishi launches Diamana BB shaft
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Mitsubishi has today launched the second in the latest generation of the brand’s Diamana Series, the smooth-feeling, mid-launching BB profile.
We originally spotted the BB at the U.S. Open in June where Phil Mickelson was seen testing the shaft.
Like its lower-launching counterpart, WB, the Diamana BB features the latest proprietary material and structural technologies – including Consistent Feel Design for greater fitting efficacy and Xlink Tech Resin System in design to enhance structural strength – all wrapped in the flower and surf iconography synonymous with the brand since the original launch in 2004.
As with all “blue” color-coded Mitsubishi shafts, Diamana BB – the ‘BB’ designation stands for “Blue Board” – is a mid-launch, mid-spin profile most suitable for golfers looking to increase the launch trajectory off the tee while also maximizing speed and distance.
To ensure the “pure feel” distinction, Mitsubishi has utilized its proprietary Xlink Tech Resin System to increase overall strength and durability of the shaft while also driving carbon fiber volume up. That carbon fiber – both 80-ton Dialead pitch fiber in the handle and 46-ton throughout the angle plies – not only increases energy transfer, but also lowers torque for greater stability.
“We are humbled by the level of excitement we’ve seen from consumers and industry partners alike for this new generation of Diamana. Though people do really love the new look, this new shaft series goes beyond just its retro cosmetic, said Mark Gunther, Senior Director of Sales and Marketing at Mitsubishi Chemical Sporting Goods Division. “Golfers who try DiamanaTM BB will immediately recognize the performance characteristics and feel so often associated with the Diamana Blue Board franchise. The Diamana brand originally started with a mid-launch blue board profile back in 2005 and we believe this new BB profile to be a worthy modern-day, successor.”
The all-new Diamana BB will be available for pre-order at select retailers beginning in mid-July and at authorized online retailers and club fitters worldwide beginning September 6, 2024 with an MSRP of $400.
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Chatsworth Osborne Jr.
Jun 8, 2024 at 9:51 pm
Looks like it’s staying in your bag!
Color looks great.
Heading down to Eugene is a few weeks and trying one out At Fiddlers Green!
Hey, did you say’ Del Boca Vista!? ?
Chatsworth Osborne Jr.
Jun 8, 2024 at 9:41 pm
Looks like it’s staying in your bag!
Color looks great.
Heading down to Eugene is a few weeks and trying one out At Fiddlers Green!
Hey, did you say’ Del Boca Vista!? ?