Weve picked the winner of a bridgestone j40 445 driver. While this makes a lot of sense for the company the real question is. Crown design, power milling technology and a variable adjust system, featuring a mitsubishi fubuki zt driver shaft. Jan 26, 2015 i think its fair to say that this will be a polarizing one its different, certainly from bridgestone golf who have traditionally gone the, er, traditional route with the aesthetics of their golf equipment. This driver is longer, accurate and more forgiving than any other diver that i have owned and i have owned a lot. The j715 driver comes standard with the mitsubishi fubuki zt shaft and custom yellow golf pride tour velvet grip. It has a more rigid sole than the j715 which generates 10% lower spin allowing golfers to launch the ball high without risk of it ballooning.
Bridgestone j715 driver clubs, grips, shafts, fitting the. Last years j715 and 815 had milled faces we wrote about it here, but the milling was horizontal with uniform spacing. The most important of those technologies could be the flex action speed technology f. Bridgestone s j715 driver for the 2015 season has key technologies that help players control their golf ball while maximizing their distance off the tee. Bridgestone j715 b5 driver introduction and the subtle. The closest thing to a gameimprovement iron though id be hesitant to call it that weve seen from the 2015 lineup is the j15dpf. Jan 05, 2015 from the factory, the j715 driver comes with a 10gram weight in back and a 4gram weight in front, but flipping them will lower launch angle by as much as 0. Four years after bridgestone golf brought its last driver to market, the company announced the arrival of the new j715 460 driver that incorporates four innovative technologies that produce a. Sneds, who plays bridgestone irons, has used a taylormade burner superfast driver since 2010. The j715 comes stock with a made for bridgstone tour ad shaft. All items 2018 2017 2016 2015 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005. Equipment is accurate as of the open championship 7817. Tell us your experience with bridgestone clubs or balls to be entered to win a bridgestone j40 445 driver.
Does anyone know if bridgestone will or is offering a sub 460 driver. The centre of gravity position can be altered to affect spin and trajectory. I just wound up grabbing a j40 445 again with a softer shaft than i normally would play as an experiment and it. The hidden cavity between the front and rear of the club features f.
Bridgestone tourstage has had a long time relationship with graphite design and their stock shafts, especially for better players are considered above average for an oem. The crown has been redesigned with new bracing structure for a more powerful energy transfer to the ball. Bridgestone j715 drivers b5 vs b3 japanese golf clubs. While this makes a lot of sense for the company the real question is how will they r. I just wound up grabbing a j40 445 again with a softer shaft than i normally would play as an experiment and it is not letting me down so far. The 12year old b330 name is being retired as a name its not nearly as iconic as prov or chrome soft but still. Jan 12, 2015 the j715 driver will be available in 8. For those who really want something in a smaller footprint, it very well could be worth waiting a few months to see if an alternative emerges. With this said, i have the 3rd generation diamana whiteboard 60 gram, tour addi 6s, and fujikura fuel shafts for my j715 driver. For now, bridgestone is only releasing one the 460cc model j15 driver. The j715 b5 driver features a power slit to improve flight combining a mid launch with low spin.
Bridgestone has updated the jgrs power milling as well. Let me start off by saying that the last model of driver i used with any long term loyalty was a titleist 905t 8. Entirely new design and technology has been implemented across a new full line up. Crown design, power milling technology and spin control technology to get the best out of your game and features a mitsubishi fubuki zt driver shaft. Golfers got a sneak peak of bridgestones 2015 equipment line this week at the wgcbridgestone invitational, where brandt snedeker was. The bridgestone j815 driver is suitable for all types of golfers, it does not matter whether you are a professional or a high handicap amateurthis club will help you hit more fairways than ever before. I had this driver for less than 1 week, found it used at golfsmith 10. I am a fan of bridgestone s offerings, old and new and the j715 is one i have only hit in the store but it kept up with the longest drivers i had hit that day.
Bridgestone didnt offer a 460cc model in the j40 series,so the suggestion is that bridgestone will be putting more effort into connecting with the average golfer in 2015. The adjustable j815 driver has been engineered to help golfers achieve more solid ballstriking. The bridgestone j715 driver will be available february 1, available in four lofts 8. Learn more about bridgestone golf clubs and the technology that drives them. Golfers got a sneak peak of bridgestones 2015 equipment line this week at the wgcbridgestone invitational, where brandt snedeker was testing the companys new j715 driver. I really like the look of the j715 driver, but prefer the sub 460 headed drivers. Ed travis is a national award winning golf journalist and has carried on a lifelong love affair with the game.
After developing a passion for the game bridgestone s founder, shojiro ishibashi, committed the company to producing golf equipment that lived up to his standards of excellence. Tony covey earlier this week, bridgestone golfs j715 460 driver became a reality in the usa. Bridgestone incorporated four new technologies into its new j715 460 driver that allow it to launch higher and spin less than its predecessor. I bought this club along with a 905r with a proforce 84g shaft. A driver better suited to lower handicap players given the compactlooking head and lack of forgiveness in relation to. Bridgestone j715 verdict golf monthlys paul ohagan casts his eye over the new bridgestone j715 range of drivers for 2015. The bridgestone j715 460 driver in the uk comes with a 45 inch red graphite design tour ad shaft that is 65g in a stiff flex and really helps add to the light and easy feel of the club. The bridgestone j715 b3 and b5 drivers comparisonso as everyone now knows the bridgestone has unified all of its labels into one, the most disappointing part about all this is that they are phasing out tourstage. J15 driving forged irons for professionals to mid handicap amateurs. Bridgestone is announcing its new tourlevel balls today the tour b line. The 460cc fast flex action speed technology crown is thin near the face and thick towards the back to enable. Bridgestones j815 driver is touted as targeting professionals. The first club in this series is the bridgestone j33r a driver from 2005 that was both hard to find and extremely sought after. Bridgestone do say that when dialed in to your specifications it does not matter if you are a professional or high handicap golfer you will be able to get the most out of this driver.
Bridgestone introduces jgr driver, snedeker immediately. Thp tv caught up with bridgestone golf to discuss the new jgr driver that sneds put into play and won with at the farmers. So, what is snedeker who has passed on multiple generations. Tags bridgestone golf bridgestone j715 driver about the author. Golf monthlys paul ohagan casts his eye over the new bridgestone j715 range of drivers for 2015. Bridgestone golfs j715, the companys first driver in four years.
Bridgestone golf clubs drivers, woods, hybrids, irons. From the first time i hit the j715 on the range prior to the round i liked the sound and feel at impact. Bridgestone launches the j715, its first new driver in. Pxg set, callaway driver, titleist project set pic. Golfers got a sneak peak of bridgestone s 2015 equipment line this week at the wgc bridgestone invitational, where brandt snedeker was testing the companys new j715 driver. We did some digging around and have come up with the most comprehensive look at the new clubs to date. Bridgestone discontinues b330 replacing with tour b. The indications are that bridgestone will launch 2 mens drivers in 2015. T in the crown, which will help golfers launch the ball higher and faster. Nov 21, 2011 weve picked the winner of a bridgestone j40 445 driver.
I think its fair to say that this will be a polarizing one its different, certainly from bridgestone golf who have traditionally gone the, er, traditional route with the aesthetics of their golf equipment. Due to manufacturer restrictions, all new not including closeouts items including logo overruns from adams, adidas, ben hogan, callaway, cleveland, club glove, cobra, footjoy, mizuno, never compromise, nike, odyssey, ping, sun mountain, taylormade. Jun 07, 2015 the j715 is without question the best driver weve ever made the j715 tested was the 10. Why it was great bridgestone j33r driver this video series breaks down why certain clubs maintain such a cult following, and what made them so popular to begin with. Get the best deals on bridgestone driver golf clubs when you shop the largest online selection at. Buy new and used bridgestone j815 driver from the best golf shop. The bridgestone j715 driver has a very traditional look at address that will be preferred by golfers who want to maximise workability and control spin and launch conditions. Mar 25, 2015 golf monthlys paul ohagan casts his eye over the new bridgestone j715 range of drivers for 2015. Bridgestone has been making great forged cbs for years, going back to j33s. In stroke play, a player is virtually certain that their tee shot has come to rest in a yellow penalty area. Find golf club tradein and resales values for over 4,000 models of used golf clubs at the pga value guide, from leading manufacturers such as callaway, taylormade, taylor made, titleist, ping, odyssey, nike, cleveland, mizuno, cobra, adams, wilson. New bridgestone j715 driver general equipment talk. Six golfers with handicaps ranging from 015 and driver swing speeds between 90 and 110.
Jan 05, 2015 bridgestone incorporated four new technologies into its new j715 460 driver that allow it to launch higher and spin less than its predecessor the recipe for more driver distance. Our golf clubs are crafted to be different so your next shot can be your best. Aug 01, 2014 the bridgestone j715 b3 and b5 drivers comparisonso as everyone now knows the bridgestone has unified all of its labels into one, the most disappointing part about all this is that they are phasing out tourstage. The face angle can be set on right, left, or neutral. Bridgestone drivers are made with the same focus on innovation and quality that drives all bridgestone products. I tried really hard to like the 905r, but after several rounds i put the bridgestone in the bag and am now putting the 905r up on ebay. The 715 b3 will be a 460cc offering, while the b5 is 445cc. New bridgestone j715 driver, j15 irons spotted golfwrx. Before playing the dropped ball and within 3 minutes the player. Bridgestone launches the j715, its first new driver in four. J815 driver for professionals to high handicap amateurs.
The face features what bridgestone calls power milling that further reduces spin rates and minimizes negative effects on humidity or dew on the. The j815 driver is designed with a low and deep center of gravity for a forgiving high launching distance and paired with the technology trifecta. J715 driver for professionals to mid handicap amateurs. This is probably bridgestones most technically advanced driver and certainly there most stunning. Bridgestone s new j15 range includes two drivers, a fairway wood, hybrid and four irons. Rogue drivers shine in golfwrx and mygolfspy revie. They just dont seem to get any love similar to cobra not getting any. Technology for increased ball repulsion and distance, allows for weight to shift for more forgiveness and has an incredible feel at impact. As we reported a few weeks ago, bridgestone golf will be launching no less than 3 sets of new irons in 2015. Make offer bridgestone golf j715 tour 460 adjustable driver 10. Let the j15 driving forged irons be your secret weapon. The tour b jgr driver features bridgestone s new power mill face design that effectively extends the time the ball spends in contact with the club, giving users lower spin rates and straighter. That is a savings of over 60% off of the original price. The player properly drops another ball backontheline under the penalty area relief rule 17.
From the factory, the j715 driver comes with a 10gram weight in back and a 4gram weight in front, but flipping them will lower launch angle by. Bridgestones new j15 range includes two drivers, a fairway wood, hybrid and four irons. Jan 08, 2015 the bridgestone j715 driver will be available at retail starting february 1st, 2015. The rogue drivers continue to dominate on each of the mens and womens tours. Before we get to the meat of why you might want to give the j715 a look, ill spare you any suspense and confirm that the j715 will be included in. It has a more rigid sole than the j715 which generates 10% lower. Mar 17, 2015 bridgestone s j715 driver for the 2015 season has key technologies that help players control their golf ball while maximizing their distance off the tee. Its a well balanced all around shaft as a stock shaft should be since it needs to fit a wide range of players. As you may recall, we covered most of the 2015 lineup when details emerged on bridgestone golfs japanese website several months ago.
Bridgestone golf new j715 driver, with unparalleled. The jgrs milling is arched in the center, with the milling spaced farther apart near the top of the face bridgestone says thats to maintain spin on high face hits. At golfwrx, we love golf equipment plain and simple we are a community of likeminded individuals that all experience and express our enjoyment for the game. Bridgestone incorporated four new technologies into its new j715 460 driver that allow it to launch higher and spin less than its predecessor the recipe for more driver distance.
Bridgestone j15 mb, j15 cb, j15 df and j15dpf forged irons. J715, bridgestone s first driver in 4 years, relies on a combination of 4 innovative technologies to maximize distance and accuracy off the tee. Only one coupon code is valid per customer per order. J715, the companys first driver in 4 years, relies on a combination of 4 innovative technologies to maximize distance and accuracy off the tee. The j715 driver features a power slit to improve flight combining a mid launch with low spin. Spy pics bridgestone j15 driver fairways and hybrids too.
Unlike most companies, bridgestone does not regularly introduce clubs in the united states, which makes the debut of its j715 driver its first new offering in four years noteworthy. Jbeam bm435 blackout 9 diamana x17 60x exotics cbx 119. The j815 driver features a 460cc head shape that when sat behind the golf ball will in still you. Bridgestone j815 driver general equipment talk mygolfspy.
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