Many thanks to the Titleist staff at the Eagle's Nest National Fitting Center !!!
It was an awesome day to get a chance to try out the new 716 line of irons, and in particular the new 816 line of hybrids. The new SM5 Vokey Wedges certainly got me thinking that I may be giving them another look. In particular I liked the 56 degree that I spent the most time with. The Futura X putters were nice as well. Unfortunately I think everyone struggled with the down hill putts and the speed of the practice green :)
There is definitely going to be a new 816 H1 in my bag next year. I will have to go for a fitting with Chris first to make sure I select the correct loft, lie angle, and shaft of course.
I would like to thank Andre for his tutoring following the demonstrations. It was really nice to be able to spend some quality time with Andre and get to know some of the Titleist staff in person. What a great company to give us the chance to spend time with their staff, and to give the staff the opportunity to spend time with the users of their product.
Thanks to Wendy and Tom as well. It was a great day and a lot of laughs !
(Wendy - I think there were one or two bunkers you did not visit so perhaps we will have to try again another time)
Darius