Cleveland TA5 Irons
Cleveland TA5 Irons
[Feb 26, 2004]
doski19
Shoots in the 90s
Model Reviewed:
TA-5
These are some great clubs, extremely easy to hit and gives you confidence at address. I agree with most reviewers that you will need to purchase their DW (gap wedge) to fill the loft gap of your PW and SW. I also changed out the grips to Winn Excel's. These clubs will be in my bag for a long time (until the TA-6s come out :0) Customer Service Have not had to use them. Similar Products Used: Tommy Armour, Nickent Genex (very nice clubs too), |
[Jan 21, 2004]
Justin
Shoots in the 80s
Model Reviewed:
Cleveland TA-5
The cleveland TA-5's are great for everybody whether you are a begginer or have a lot of experience. They are forgiving, but not too much. They are very easy to hit and will definetely lower your scores. The best thing about them is the price. I've hit ping irons and titliest, and cleveland is right up there with them when it comes to quality. I would reccomend these clubs for those who want to save money and still have great irons. |
[Dec 04, 2003]
TwoUnderPar
Shoots in the 70s
Model Reviewed:
TA5
I've now played these clubs for 3 years. They are very forgiving and I would recommend them to anyone wanting a club that will help achieve the lowest scores possible. With that said, I only have 1 fault...the PW is 45* which is too little loft. A lot of irons have a 47* or 48* PW and the 9iron and 8iron are lofted with a 3* or 4* spread from there. You absolutely must have a gap wedge (or two) if you play these irons. They do hit great. The TA5 long irons are the easiest long irons I've ever played. I used a friends Ping G2's this fall and am considering a switch due to the better loft configuration. All in all, the TA5's are a very, very good club for someone that wants to get the most out of their swing. I've shot below par once and even par a couple of times and these clubs helped me do it. Customer Service Bought them off the shelf so service doesn't really apply. Similar Products Used: No legitimate comparisons other than using my buddy's Ping G2's just recently. |
[Nov 23, 2003]
Matt Thursfield
Shoots in the 80s
Model Reviewed:
Cleveland TA5 Gunmetal
Bought these as first set, based on reviews read here. The clubs feel great to hit with and are helping me to become a very consistent striker of the ball. The only disadvantage I do find with these clubs is the lack of playability which in time I know I will want in the future. These clubs are great to get you from a 28, down to a mid-teen handicap. I have had to change to Ping Orange grips which I would recommend to anyone with larger hands. Agree with many reviewers on the need for a gap wedge (eg 49/51 degrees) to play those short approaches to the green. Overall a great buy, which I would recommend to anyone on the lookout for a set of clubs with great feel, forgiveness, and a price to match. Customer Service Not Used Similar Products Used: N/A |
[Nov 17, 2003]
rzemborain
Shoots in the 100s
Model Reviewed:
Cleveland TA5
Incredible clubs, great soft feel and long and straight shots. I've noticed a tendency to draw when hitting the long irons. The PW is 45°, too long (about 120 yards for me) so you'll probably need another PW or a GW. I bought a Cleveland 588 49° PW that fits prefectly with my Cleveland 588 54° SW. Some reviews complain about the grips but they work fine for me. They're helping me to lower my scores. I've had them for about a month and they're saving me 5 to 10 strokes per round. They're worth what I paid and even more. Try them and buy them. |
[Nov 11, 2003]
Bill Anderson
Shoots in the 100s
Model Reviewed:
Cleveland TA5 irons 3-PW plus 2 wedges
After several years with a failing heart, I finally got a heart transplant and am now back to playing Golf. I had a set of Big Bertha clones and hit them pretty well. But being left handed, not a lot of choices are available in stock clubs. So when the Cleveland Tour Van came to town I decided to get some custom made irons. I fell in love with the Cleveland TA5 irons and with the senior flex graphite shafts I seem to hit more solidly and can fly the ball down the middle of the fairway better than with any other club I have ever owned.I also got a couple of wedges along with the 3-PW and all made to my measurements. At least now I can't blame by equipment! Customer Service Not needed as of yet. Similar Products Used: Old Wilson Staff FG-17 irons, Big Bertha Clones |
[Nov 04, 2003]
Shoots in the 80s
Model Reviewed:
Cleveland TA5 Irons
Finally accepted the fact that with a 10 and 8 year old, I would not be getting to the course as much as I would like. Moved the time-tested Tommy Armour 845s to the closet and visited the Cleveland Tour Van. Fitted for TA7 and TA5 at 2 degrees up and 1/2 inch long. Liked the look of the TA7 a little better but could not tell the difference between the two when hitting. At $399 v. $549, the TA5 won the match. The sensicore shafts really help with less than perfect contact. After three rounds, I have never hit my 3-6 irons as consistently straight and high. Gained maybe 1/2 club in distance, but that was not the true objective - forgiveness and distance control was and is. These clubs are not meant to finesse the ball left or right but as a solid 13 handicap, a predictably straight and high ball flight is better than blade-type feedback (loss of yardage) and control (draws to hooks and fades to slices). Very satisfied. It's a silly game, make it as enjoyable as possible. Customer Service Great - the tour van upgraded the grips to GP tour wraps at no charge. Similar Products Used: TA 845s - great clubs for ten years. I won't sell them but do enjoy today's technology. |
[Sep 18, 2003]
snail2002
Shoots in the 100s
Model Reviewed:
Cleveland Ta-5
Perfect irons. When I first started golfing, I played with some 30+ year old blades. Then I moved up to some 10+ year old cavity backed irons, but now I have the iron for me. These things are amazing. Even on mis-hits they will still launch the ball great distances. They should have named these clubs Launcher. The clubs look good, feel great, and perform perfectly. I don't have any problems with the grips though, I guess I'm just different. Thank you Cleveland for these great irons!!!! Customer Service No problems so far. Similar Products Used: None can compare! |
[Sep 02, 2003]
MR CHO
Shoots in the 90s
Model Reviewed:
TA-5
All I can Say is Wow! I had a GoldenBear set before I picking up these TA-5's and wow what a difference. I was shooting way over a 100 everytime I went out. My drives would carry me well over 285yards but that was it. My irons were killing me. I did some research and because of forums like this I found out about the TA series from Cleveland. Now I can hit 120+yards with my new pitching wedge before I would have to use a 9/8 iron. The vibration system is a great help along with the new shaft. Most people comlain about the big hard grips but my hands are a little bigger than normal and I love how the grip feels. Solid is the perfect word for these clubs. My dad hit my 7 iron once and he wanted to trade clubs with me(he owns Callaway's x-16 irons) Why pay twice what the other big name brands cost when you can get something better for half the price. Cleveland Rules!!!!!!!! Similar Products Used: Callaway X-14 X-16 TaylorMade series Titlest Mizuno Dunlop |
[Aug 31, 2003]
Wayne Alden IV
Shoots in the 100s
Model Reviewed:
Cleveland TA-5
I have been playing a limited amount of golf for just over five years. I had been playing with some very old (40+ years) Robert Jones, Jr. blades made by Spaulding. The clubs were my father's clubs and his father's clubs before that. I recently decided to buy a moderately priced set of irons so that I could find more consistency in my game. I have been very happy with the consistent trajectory of the Cleveland TA-5 irons. I hit the sweet spot very easily with these clubs. I have hit several thin or fat shots that still travelled over 80% of the normal distance. With my old blades, I would only get 25% of my regular distance. Even with my relative lack of golf experience, I still get feedback from the TA-5's. I can tell when I mis-hit a ball although I no longer get a painful shockwave up my forearms. These clubs have increased my distance and my accuracy with no effort on my part. I would highly recommend these irons as an entry level set. Customer Service n/a Similar Products Used: n/a |