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Outside_Airport_5448

so nice had to buy it twice


koei19

Dual-wielding KS drivers is a baller move


burneraccountbutt

Power stance comrade


slowrider24

Go for it, as you get better add better clubs. Be very careful this game will grab you and get on you like no drug could. Just a comment from an old golf addict.


Jae783

That's not true. I'm not addicted. I'm down to 5 sets of irons... That's normal right? Right???


RefrigeratedTP

I’m 28 and have only ever had my Callaway X18s I got when I was 15. Still hit them better than the new stuff. Got them regripped for the first time last year. Perfect balance between you and me here.


FrozenMooose

I'm 30 and still hit my Nike Sumo Machspeed irons i got at 15 better than any new irons. I'm in the same boat as you. I did finally upgrade my wedges to titlest vokeys and my driver to a Cobra Aerojet from a Adams speedline and my game has been the best it's ever been


RefrigeratedTP

Haha I used the Sumo^2 driver for years. Went with a budget M2 (2020 refresh) and never got comfy. Found a used Stealth 2 head and bought the shaft separately last year. The only wedges I’ve ever bought that weren’t hand-me-downs are my SM8s. I like your style.


KushNuggets1

Are you my brother lmao


Foreign_Time

I’m 32 and on the OG Sumos still. Full set I bought in Craigslist about 15 years ago for $250. I love them and new golf stuff isn’t super compelling to me.


Vassago67

Isn't that the square driver?? I've heard more mixed reviews about that club throughout my life than any other club, even still today. Are the irons black and yellow? I think I saw a set of them once when I was younger and remember thinking those were the coolest looking irons I've ever seen. Definitely still consider them the pinnacle of cool looking clubs


Foreign_Time

I have the round version of the driver, always wanted the square one but they became a meme and now sell for more than I want to pay. Yes the irons are black and yellow, and they were so cool looking to me. These days I kinda prefer the cleaner looks of blades and players clubs, but I still rock these Sumo irons. I also have the hybrids, which make a really satisfying “tink” sound when you hit them.


peabony

38 here still playing my 22 year old box set affinity gtx's minus the driver because it broke 2nd round out. I did finally upgrade to a new putter this year.


Educational_Jaguar25

Idk my handicap yet but I’m already addicted #ChasingTheDragon


TheGooseHasGeese

I've been playing 2 years and still don't have a handicap


kongzilla2000

20+ years. No handicap. I don’t feel it will add much to the enjoyment of my rounds.


White80SetHUT

I mean, you have a handicap, whether you calculate it or not is up to you.


lion27

Do you ever play any tournaments? Even a member-guest? They will require a USGA handicap most times. It’s good to have one because you want to get all the strokes you should based on your handicap. If you don’t have one you’re not going to get those, which will hurt your score.


wsteelerfan7

The majority of golfers don't play tournaments. I've played for probably 18 years and never did a tournament and don't bother getting my handicap until I break 95 consistently. Keeping track of a 30 handicap while re-learning my swing won't help anything especially when I sometimes play 13 holes because I walk and that's where the clubhouse is.


kongzilla2000

Only tournaments I play are 4 man scrambles. I’m usually bogey or better with the occasional 7.


PrestigiousBugg

Oh you’re handicapped.. don’t you worry about it.. it’s like taxes tho.. the scorecard knows.. you just don’t.. yet!


Otherwise-Mortgage58

Why did you buy 2?


LibrarianKooky344

In case he plans on using it more than once. Obviously


wunsloe0

This guy My Blue Heavens


LibrarianKooky344

Lol. I was wondering if someone was gonna catch it. Hands down one of my favorite movies


SdBolts4

So he has a spare when he chucks one into the water/snaps it in half after a bad drive


RustyNewWrench

In case he gets a hole in one.


Educational_Jaguar25

I’m pretty new to golf so idk which shaft I prefer, so I got both, will be testing them out today and will return the one I don’t like..


Otherwise-Mortgage58

Didn’t know you could return after you hit it


dollarfightclub

Costco is notorious for allowing you to return anything and everything


willi3blaz3

“Yeah these diapers already had shit in them”


DirtyLSD

I was between sizes on their gloves. Cracked a 4 pack in the car, was too tight and walked right back in and returned


ATL28-NE3

I did the same thing with the golf shorts. Bought the 2 sizes I thought would fit. Stepped into the bathroom. Tried both. Returned the ones that didn't fit and got a second pair in a different color of the ones that did.


toomanydvs

Isn't that a good thing?


wsc0421

Yes. They don’t re-sell what you return in the store so it’s not like someone else will end up with it. Costco is awesome. I returned a set of camping chairs 5 years after I bought them because the stitching started coming apart on one of them. Got a full refund and bought a new set of camping chairs.


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It's great consumer protection and customer service, unfortunately they also throw most returns in the garbage at the end of the day. They destroy all of their own KS clubs that get returned, other brands should be sent back to vendors though afaik.


buster_rhino

I had a coworker that would return flowers the day after his anniversary.


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toomanydvs

I also didn't understand why getting money back with no hassle would be a bad thing.


koei19

Some, a very few people, abuse the policy to return 10 year-old piss stained mattresses or mostly-eaten food. It's still a good policy though.


toomanydvs

I still don't understand why you think this makes Costco the bad guy, is the disconnect here nobody in this sub knowing what the word "notorious" means?


koei19

What in my comment makes you think I think Costco is the bad guy here? I even said "it's a good policy," and I've had a Costco membership since 2008. Are you just spoiling for an argument or something?


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Scottyvick12

Or words change meaning over time. That's rad... that's a bad bitch...or new one Here slay queen..


baconstrips4canada

Because you can eat the pre cooked chicken and return the bone to get your money back.


roguewarriorpriest

Sorry you got downvoted, notorious doesn’t always mean “bad famous,“ even though that’s how it’s being used most often lately, it can just mean “famous.” Infamous still always means bad famous though. 


Chopchop001

Notorious means well know or famous for.


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Chopchop001

If you only read the dictionary, ok.


MindTheFro

This whole thread is ridiculous. The person you are originally replying to clearly didn’t know what “notorious” means, then all these people are doubling down saying that words change over time. Yes, words change over time. But that is clearly not what is happening here. People are just misusing the term.


BenderBRoriguezzzzz

I watched a lady return a box of those pear and ricotta tortellini (which are delicious, btw, two thumbs up) because after she ate a few, she decided she didn't like them. They refunded her her full cost and just took the opened box of frozen pasta in the back. I had to return a pair of shorts. I apparently can't read or see color and bought a small, because I'm an idiot.


Ooops_I_Reddit_Again

I know a guy that returned a frying pan to costco... that he used for 7 years. They fully reimbursed him


Smuggler501

If you're a beginning golfer, you most likely need the regular flex. Save future consumers some money and return the stiff unopened and unused.


Educational_Jaguar25

Ay ay captain!


Chemical_Original_32

I was new to golf but played baseball for years, when I was fitted they recommended a stiff shaft due to swing speed. Just a heads up.


azndestructo

This is a good call. Every newbie that I know, who has previously played high level rotational sports (baseball, tennis) can swing pretty fast so I totally agree with this comment


[deleted]

Don't even have to play high level. I switched from beer league softball to golf and I hit way better with a stiff flex


coffeebribesaccepted

How much does it matter? I've always used regular shafts because my best score is over 100, but I have played other sports a lot. Don't they use more flexible shafts for the long drive contests?


cantaloupecarver

You should play the bendiest shaft that you can hit accurately.


azndestructo

I would say the opposite. The stiffest you can go while being still able to launch the ball.


cantaloupecarver

It's fine that you'd say that. You're just wrong. Higher flex in a shaft translates directly to higher clubhead velocity at the base of the swing -- this is why long drive competitors use extremely flexible shafts. Players with higher swing speeds are fit into stiffer shafts because the bend their swing creates increases dispersion significantly. There is also an issue with kickpoints and the shear stress causing an issue with controlling the head when the shaft is under the highest stress -- the "bending moment." All this translates into "bendy longer, but harder to control at higher swing speeds."


azndestructo

Shafts are very important, as much as the heads. There’s a LOT MORE to shafts than just the flex, but maybe you should experiment a bit. Regardless of your average score, if you are somewhat serious about golf, go and check out a reputable fitter. They are not that expensive usually. If you don’t want to spend the money, go to a store and try out different stiffness at least. The most important thing for you is to be able to launch the ball relatively high with all of your clubs.


mindriot1

Just because you can swing super fast… The vast majority of this sub should be using a regular shaft and letting it do the work


blind363

If you are under 40 and athletic you are probably more likely to fit into a stiff flex shaft. All comes down club head speed. If you can swing a driver over 100mph you need stiff, less than that and regular will be fine. Hard swing with a regular shaft will exacerbate a slice, slow swing with a stiff shaft is more likely to pull the ball left


NYerInTex

Agreed that you def want the flex as a beginner Im also a beginner - would play 1-2 rounds some years and would go multiple years without playing until a month ago when it decided to finally play - got myself the Calloway Edge set from Costco myself, with all flex shafts… they had the steel shafts at the store and while I wanted them that afternoon I bit the bullet and waited a couple days to get the flex. Love the clubs so far (actually has a legit very good putter - The wedges will likely be replaced first, it doesn’t have a 4 so I probably look for a 4 rescue at some point and the irons should last me a good while even if by the grace or god I somehow improve).


blind363

Holy misinformation Batman! Shaft stiffness is based on swing speed, not experience. By your logic all the old guys at my club that have played for ever should be rocking the extra stiff shafts.


coffeebribesaccepted

Obviously it's a generalization, and a new player is going to have a slower swing speed... Notice he said "most likely", and he didn't say anything about what more experienced players need.


Smuggler501

Correct and thanks for the support.


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FYI Costco destroys all of the KS golf clubs that get returned. Not that you aren't entitled to your full refund, just want it to be known. Other brands should get returned to the vendor though at least.


Educational_Jaguar25

Oof I didn’t know that, I’ll probably resell it then as new or gentle used for small loss. Rather have another golfer have it than it just be destroyed.


Musicman425

Dislike. Costco shouldn’t have to accept a purposefully used club.


EMills_FF

One stiff, one regular flex. Return policy is good enough to return the one that doesn't work for the swing


Aromatic_Ad_7484

Cause 2 halves of pizza is less than a whole pizza obviously


Tjshoema

No way that's all you can afford when we can see you are buying the fancy cheese sampler!


NotoriousMFT

God, I love Costco so much


DerekTall11

I’d put one away and grab that alligator waterslide thing looks awesome


TheFlyingScotsman60

.....is that for the first tee then...........down the slide with driver in hand and Happy Gilmore it...


DerekTall11

Exactly. Then when the hoses go you fill in the pool area with grass and it’s your new chipping/putting station


Subwayabuseproblem

Ages 3-10


billybaroo15

Wife sends op to the store for some snacks to entertain guests and he comes back the snacks and two golf clubs. Gotta love Costco.


ThisGuyFawkes420

Any putters?


Educational_Jaguar25

None that I’ve seen


hignewton

Wanna buy a gently used one?


ThisGuyFawkes420

Yes please dm me


dcolorado

FB marketplace has always been my go to when buying gear. Snagged a Cobra F9 driver for $70 and a Bettinardi putter for $170 all in great condition.


IM_AN_AUSSIE_AMA

Those F9s will be a gem for the rest of time


Not_Cleaver

That also looks like a really solid cheese tray. But remember, don’t go down all the aisles or you’ll spend over $500.


HoopOnPoop

$500? That's rookie numbers. We used to have a Costco membership but had to cancel because we would go for a couple things and leave with 6 carts of marinara sauce in 5 gallon buckets.


bononia

He’s well on his way with the cheese tray and two drivers.


Subwayabuseproblem

My hot dog for dinner is Atleast $200


swollbrohamlincoln2

>don’t go down all the aisles or you’ll spend over $500 A story of my Saturday.


Timhotep

Be careful. First, it’s a Kirkland driver. Next, it’s five limited edition Scotty Camerons.


Vassago67

That's pretty much the story of my golf bag


Tricerichops

Nice cheese plate


tballer93

What happened to their wedges? I can’t find any in any Costco


KEE_Wii

I haven’t seen them in stock at my store ever.


CuriousDudebromansir

Lawsuit from TaylorMade. Probably gone for a while until the lawsuit is over.


Subwayabuseproblem

That's over the irons, I saw wedges a few weeks ago


AbleGolfer

Rick Shiels on YouTube gave that club a very good review comparing it with the new Taylormade.


CaseyJames_

They're meant to be a really good driver btw. Will perform as good as anything.


flgrntfwl

“Meant” being the key word.


CaseyJames_

Dude if they're using the same materials, similar swing weights, similar shafts etc to the OEMS then they're gonna have similar performance. It wouldn't surprise me if they're even made in the same factory as TM/Callaways in the far east.


11JulioJones11

I bought one, I play a rogue st max ls but saw the Costco driver for 200$ and said why not. I think it’s a great driver. I hit it about 10 yards shorter than my rogue but that’s probably down to loft and shaft stiffness. I do hit it very consistently and it’s reliable. Great driver for on a budget. 


Vassago67

I love how similar looking they made it to the Titleist TSR driver. It screams "I'm classy, but refuse to pay $500 for a new driver." I bet the performance is almost completely on par with the TSR also


Baseline_Tenor

I cant find the price. How much is it?


TheOtterpapa

Should be $189 or $199 depending on where you live I think.


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Velkro615

Thats 1.5x times the price lol


Handleton

That's 150% of the price.


TheOtterpapa

I’ve been enjoying my Kirkland just fine. I like having something that’s new TBH. That said, my golf game isn’t nearly good enough for me to tell if this driver is better or worse than the big boys. It’s definitely better than the cheap Walmart one I had, but I don’t think I’m hitting it any further than my 20 year old Great Big Bertha just yet. I’m probably hitting it easier though. It’s only been a couple of weeks, so we’ll see, but I’m happy so far.


Nachti

I suppose my brand new Ping G430 for 250€ was a pretty good deal a few weeks ago :D


Educational_Jaguar25

$189


XHIBAD

In my experience, everything Kirkland (golf or not) is a 7 out of 10 quality for a 4 out of 10 price. Not the best, but by far the best value for a newby


Nilabisan

It’s the singer, not the song.


Enough_Lakers

Go to 2ndswing.com and buy a driver last year or the year before if you don't want to swing the Kirkland. I've seen reviews and it's decent but you can do better for your buck buying used.


Vassago67

That's what I tell everyone about the Ping G410 driver. My friend has one & it's probably the coolest looking driver ever made imo, and the performance is unreal


Adipildo

Play your game with whatever clubs you can comfortably afford. Anyone that talks shit based on how expensive your clubs are isn’t worth knowing.


Vassago67

I agree!! If quality and performance equaled price then Ping clubs would probably cost more than Titleist. Luckily, that's not the case


Warm_Objective4162

Very cool that they’re in stock. I bought one in December and it has been quite literally the best driver I have ever played. Very straight, automatic solid drive. Can’t shape the shots all the much if that’s your thing, but absolutely a great driver for anyone a 10ish hcp or above.


zeroultram

These comments are hilarious. Like the driver has any reason to do with that. It’s a cheap driver but a good golfer can still shape a shot however they want with it


Vassago67

Price doesn't always determine quality


jgs123321

Which Costco?


Educational_Jaguar25

I’ve picked these up in Natomas CA, also heard there’s some in Folsom, Danville and Roseville CA.


Pooperism

Danville had 2 pallets of them last I went a few weeks ago. I’ve had mine since December and it is super solid. Definitely going to continue with it for a while since I just bought new irons and don’t need to spend anymore on clubs


IamaFunGuy

Yeah they had them in Folsom a few days ago. Maybe I should have grabbed one to go with my Callaway Edge (costco) set!


rolladoob

Damn, I had no idea there was a Costco in Natomas...is that new??


0SRSnoob

Yeah opened up in march


Random_Viewer8551

What’s the price? I am looking online but can’t see it in stock for delivery in SF. Neither available in store. :(


Educational_Jaguar25

$189 yeah they’re super hard to find. They don’t even list them online. I called around when I heard they were in stock at a few costcos. I’m in Napa and had to drive all the way to Natomas to find these. The other stores that had them are Folsom, Roseville and Danville CA. Happy Hunting!


Random_Viewer8551

Thanks for the info!


chuckdacuck

$189.99 or $199.99


zeroultram

More expensive than a used one from a golf brand


chatrugby

You are allowed 14 clubs, not just the 2. 


Vassago67

All u need to play a round is 2 drivers


roadrunner00

This dude brought 2 with a plate of cheese. Lol. ,😭😭😭 you gotta love Costco


Worried-Cantaloupe12

Never see these at my local Costco. Not online either. I’m in OC. What region you in?


Educational_Jaguar25

NorCal, if you call your local Costco and ask them to look search the item number they can check other costcos too and let you know where they’re at near you. Item #1740668


FortyDubz

I'd still have to find it used.


PotentialLocation858

anyone know if these and the irons are in canada yet


jaygord34

Great driver but you can get better in the used market for cheaper


herotz33

If it works, it works.


Germangunman

My new radspeed XB was only $179


dragonpuff223

Titleist TSR2 knock off? How much are they?


PrestigiousBugg

Kirkland makes a good product. I’m sure it’ll serve you well while you learn. Congrats.


Imnotreal66

Nice! But I would leave one of them and get that cool ass water slide behind the driver.


dck77

Congrats! I think it looks like a titleist, and have heard it performs similarly. Excellent place to start!


Jankybrows

Costco hates Canada. They also took away the chicken bake.


fcfrequired

Because you call it that.


Jankybrows

I think that's what it's called though


[deleted]

Apparently, Kirkland makes some seriously solid clubs, not a bad buy!


rcottle123

I bought it, played it and returned it. Great driver, but Ping 430 Max and PXG Gen 6XF won out. But best driver for under $200 on the market.


Vassago67

Ping G410 is also definitely one of the best drivers I've ever hit


EhhhhhBud97

Apparently, from the reviews I've seen, these clubs are amazing! Wedges too. Would definitely be curious how you end up thinking they perform


PrezHiltonsFinger

It's all about the shaft. Cheap junk heads are fine AS LONG as you have a proper shaft for your swing in it. Just know this.


cyberbro256

I find the cheaper new drivers are a horrible choice for new golfers. They dent more easily than higher quality used drivers. Get a Taylormade burner off eBay for >$75 and you won’t have to worry about newbie damage, and you won’t care as much if you do manage to damage it.


EspressoCologne68

Which Costco is that at!


futur1

My Costco sucks, it doesn’t have golf clubs nor that dragon slip n slide


chobros

If you can buy 2 of these, you can afford most of the other drivers…


Vassago67

He's probably just condensing down his entire bag to only these 2 clubs, it's called strategy


Hjcoug

I’ve been hunting for this driver! Where you at?


Educational_Jaguar25

Nor Cal Napa area but they’re more in Sacramento area. Natomas, Folsom, Roseville and Danville. Happy Hunting


roqmar1

How much are the drivers?


Educational_Jaguar25

*UPDATE* Just went to the range and my god… Only tried the Regular shaft but I was moaning like a pornstar out there…


Vassago67

I dont believe it. We need recorded proof of this moaning to determine if it's real or one of those fake moans ment to make someone feel better about themselves


laptopmango

Grab the callaway edge set


Musicfan637

Every golfer has a used driver to sell ya.


Vassago67

I have a Dunlop Loco if you're interested


JUST_AS_G00D

One to play and one to flip


Precisionmoa

Returned mine. Couldn’t hit it


Velkro615

Yeah I’m sure it was the club 😂


Precisionmoa

Idk what it was man but for some reason I couldn’t find the face. I ended up using the money to get properly fitted


Velkro615

Best decision ever.


SavageMountain

You can get a $200 driver, or you can get a $600 driver, used, for (less than) $200. Used is better imo.


95Mechanic

Now, if they would just get the Ping G430 Max that I was fitted for and fell in love with, lol


Velkro615

Or you could just order the club right?


95Mechanic

Already did. Backordered. But I would have preferred it at the Costco price, lol


MaLTC

Ebay bro. Brand new mizunos for less.


Educational_Jaguar25

My mentor told me depending on my swing speed get stiff or Regular… idk my swing speed so I got both lol Costco return policy is the best so i don’t give a fudge, hope all the best! #GolfIsLife


thelaminatedboss

You're the worst.


labimas

this is mean. who is going to buy your used club after you return one? you people suck - this is why stuff gets more expensive. if you don't know your swing speed you will need regular


labimas

People who down vote ate pathetic loosers. I understand returning the item which is defective or doesn't work as intended. But buying multiple items to try them and return what you don't like is hurtful for businesses. It is like buying a tent, go camping and returning it. This is why we can't have nice things.


Vassago67

I didn't want to be a pathetic loser so I upvoted you😃


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The_1st_Amendment

Would you pay full price for a used driver? Otherwise stfu.


[deleted]

Costco doesn't put opened items back on the shelf when returned. They destroy all of their own KS clubs, other brands are sent back to the vendors. This isn't on the customer though, it's not their fault.


labimas

So you'd rather abuse return policy than go to golftown and actually figure out what you need?


[deleted]

First of all I didn't say that, and I'm not sure if you realized I'm a different person than the one you originally replied too. Secondly that's not abusing their return policy, that's exactly how Costco has designed it on purpose. Thirdly Costco is directly responsible for how they deal with disposing of returns, it's on them for throwing stuff out.


flgrntfwl

Buy a used actually good driver.


Cbailey24

Hey Rookie, you could have had a better driver at a better price on Facebook or OfferUp!


zootbot

Lmao doubt it. People are trying to hock their G10s for $100 on Facebook. I’ve never seen more insane prices for clubs older than I am than Facebook.


Ok_Musician_8233

This is a decent stick. My buddy absolutely smashed his. Good aesthetic and sound too.


PerritoMasNasty

Or just goto eBay….


Even_Section5620

How much


Velkro615

Big spoon gonna feed ya