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 Cleveland TA7 (steel shafts)
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Cleveland TA7 (steel shafts)
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Average Rating: 4 out of 5
No. of Reviews: 8
RRP: £529.99
Year: 2004

Description: Cutting-edge technology blends with a great looking clubhead in the new all-ability. TA7s featuring Micro-Cavities. Players of all skill levels will benefit from the feel and accuracy of the new. TA7s as much as Tour players Joe Durant and Chad Campbell Pat.

 REVIEWS
 
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The23rdman 
Posted: 24/05/07
'INSPIRING PERFORMANCE AND FEEL.'
Strengths:
I demoed quite a few second-hand sets of irons before I picked up a set of these. They were head and shoulders above anything else. The set I eventually bought were the Tour version with a slightly reduced offset. I went for these for workability and because my old set had minimal offset. I've never got on well with offset clubs.

As other reviews have stated these irons have a wonderful buttery feel and excellent boring trajectory. Mine, being the tour model, have Dynamic Gold shafts for a lower ball flight and more control, which I really like.

All the irons, and I have 2-PW, look wonderful behind the ball with just the right balance between playability and classic looks. They simply inspire you to hit good shots.

Another important factor for me in choosing irons is how easy they are to chip with. My old cheap irons were a nightmare. These instantly allowed me to feel the ball properly resulting in a return to my old standard in chipping.

the vibration dampening system leads to a really really solid feeling at impact without any loss of feel. a tough one to get right.

I picked these up in perfect condition with brand new grips for £103 on eBay.
Weaknesses:
None I can think of. Oh, yeah, they don't make a very good cup of tea.
Overall:
A joy to use.
 
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Paul Wilson 
Posted: 29/10/02
'VAST IMPROVEMENT OVER MY LAST CLUBS (STATUS PGF) '
Strengths:
Easy to produce a high, fast stopping flight and very very forgiving. Even on a bad day I will hit two or three mid-iron shots that would be cheered on TV.
Weaknesses:
High irons could give a little more feedback.
Overall:
For the first time I have been able to buy clubs I really wanted. I even preferred these clubs to Mizuno MX20 which I also tried. I haven't tried them in heavier winter conditions yet but hope to continue to improve. Best rounds since buying these clubs have been two 77's one 8 over par and the other 9 over (two different courses)current handicap 13.7 playing 14.
 
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73%
 
malcolm easton 
Posted: 10/12/02
'SUDDENLY FOUND THE "OOOH" FACTOR'
Strengths:
These clubs produce a real punchy shot path in the low irons which fizzles to the pin which is perfect for all playing conditions. The feedback is incredible and all the clubs are perfectly matched with sensecore shock absorbing shafts. They are so forgiving I now feel confident to attack the pin, whereas before I would have just played safe.
Weaknesses:
They are so well crafted that I have to slow my swing speed down to get the best from them. That is coming but if I don't slow down the shot is so vile its as if they are saying "look - you don't need to do this - swing like a pro not a rooky"!
Overall:
Real confidence builders. Like the other reviews I tried the Mizunos and Callaway X-14s. They are similar in price but not in performance. I found TA7s to drive straight for the flag where the others seemed to lob the ball to get a similar result. And these are longer - 10-15 yds on each club. Because they make you more energised when you look down at them I now take long irons where I used to have to rely on 5 woods for length. But you can't "work" a five wood like you can a four or three iron in the TA7s. They ache to be payed and they just bring a smile to your face when you do. I play off 14 but not for long.
 
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93%
 
Gabriel Luitgaarden 
Posted: 11/03/03
'VERY CONFIDENT AND CONSISTENT'
Strengths:
The club is very stable, provided you do not overdo your swing, but that is probably the case with most clubs. Excellent length and control.
Weaknesses:
None that I am aware of.
Overall:
Very happy with these clubs, I have got them now for 5 months. I even bought myself a #1 iron with remarkable results.
 
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Joe Simmons 
Posted: 01/05/03
'OOOH BABY, BABY, BABY, BABY.'
Strengths:
When I first demoed this club I didn't know that hitting a range ball could be so satisfying. The feel was indiscribable. The distance gained with these clubs are longer than my previous set. I've gained about 5-10 yards on each of the irons (something to do with the lofts). They are forgiving, and have what I consider to be a good flight. I've gained extra confidence when going for the pin, as I now expect aim at the green, hit it and have the ball stay there!
Weaknesses:
The set comes in 3-PW so you'll have to buy at least another wedge to put in your bag. The PW comes in at 45 degrees so I opted for two extra wedges. One at 51 (gap)the other at 55 (sand). The chrome job could have been better maybe.
Overall:
They look good and feel good. After an initial settling in (8 or 9 rounds and several visits to the driving range) I find myself swinging more smoothly than I used to and this has allowed me to make improvements in my game no end. The ball now goes in the direction I expect it to even if I sometimes get the length wrong. When I do have a dodgy shot (you can't get rid of everything) I tend to know what I've done wrong, or maybe I've gotten more experienced? I'm a shade under 6ft and had the standard shafts lengthened by 1 inch and lie increased by two degrees. The set took 10 days to arrive. This was four and a half weeks quicker than originally quoted.
Keeping the micro cavities clean is accomplished with a small soft (tooth)brush and soapy water.
Prior to buying these I tried Callaway X-14, X16 (and pro versions), Ping oversize and Mizuno MX20. For one reason or other they didn't do it for me, although the X14 pro series came close.
All I have to do now is improve my putting.
 
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Overall Rating
 
87%
 
Ian Walton 
Posted: 02/07/03
'GREAT CLUBS- '
Strengths:
Standing over these clubs inspires you to better shots. They look elegant and deliver what they promise- a great package. All clubs through the set inspire you to take them out and hit them, no more the feeling of dread reaching for the long irons!
Weaknesses:
You can't get the loft or lie altered once you've bought them. So make sure youi get them custom fitted-goes for most clubs though!
Overall:
A great set of clubs and an excuse to buy a cleveland wedge-just to complete the set!!!!! They take a bit of time to get used to as you feel as though you have to slow your swing down but without losing any distance or accuracy.Tried mizno range, titleist range and callaways but these shone through, don't know what it is but they have that feel about them straight away. Having the sensicore shafts really helps with knowing when you have middled it and when youy have miscued. Would recommend these to everyone!!!
 
Performance
 
80%
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80%
 
John Vaughan 
Posted: 28/05/04
'HIGHLY RECOMMENDED'
Strengths:
When I address the ball these irons give me so much confidence, Somehow they make me swings lower giving a better result..
Weaknesses:
none
Overall:
excellent quality iron for both high and low handicapper..
 
Performance
 
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Overall Rating
 
93%
 
Bill Gerry 
Posted: 31/05/04
'BEST IRONS IN THE GOLF MARKET AT A REASONABLE COST. '
Strengths:
Have had these clubs for 4 months and having played Golf at various levels over many years, without a doubt thse are the best Irons I have ever used.
Their appearance are visually great and the 'assist' they give you when striking the ball is just fabulous. They allow you to be confident and much more sure of what you are trying to achieve in the shot....great clubs.
Weaknesses:
Have not found any.
Overall:
Playing these Clubs can only make Golf easier for all Golfers. In my opinion a must buy.
 
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