TaylorMade RAC CGB Irons

TaylorMade RAC CGB Irons 

DESCRIPTION

The rac CGB, which stands for "Center of Gravity Back," features a low and deep center of gravity that helps make possible a remarkable combination of distance, control and forgiveness.

USER REVIEWS

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[Jan 02, 2024]
minami


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Wonderful Article!
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RATING
5
[Dec 27, 2023]
arissaaqila


Strength:

Whether it's about performance, design, or any particular aspect that stood out to you, additional details could be helpful for others who may be considering the same product. If you have any specific questions or if there's anything else you'd like to discuss, feel free to let me know in tstoto

Weakness:

No weaknesses. All very good.

Purchased:
New  
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RATING
5
[Mar 11, 2011]
practise makes perfect
Shoots in the 80s
Model Reviewed: wilson staff ci7 irons

Nicely made clubs that fly high and straight. Ideal for a mid handicapper i would say.

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RATING
4
VALUE
RATING
4
[Dec 01, 2008]
jjloans
Shoots in the 70s
Model Reviewed: RAC CGB

A really nice set of irons... got my set slightly used for $200, with R flex graphite. I love them, but the R flex is a little weak, which leads to some hooks... they would be darn near perfect if they had S flex shafts, but got a deal, so...

I might have them tipped or try to find a set of S flex shafts, or maybe trade these, but this is a great hitting head... very accurate, soft feel, lots of forgiveness, and one of the easiest irons to hit I have ever tried, and I have tried way too many!

These are about a full club longer than most other older sets, so a AW is advisable.

If you can find a deal on these, pull the trigger!

Customer Service

NA

Similar Products Used:

Darn near everything.

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RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
5
[Sep 06, 2007]
joaquin
Shoots in the 70s
Model Reviewed: Callaway X-18

I was going to buy the TM r7 XD, but changed my mind over the last minute.
These clubs are nice! perfect.
They are pretty good looking, and they have a great feeling, even on miss-hits.
They are not the longest clubs, (7-iron, about 165-175 yards), but you can control them.

Customer Service

No need

Similar Products Used:

Callaway X-12
King Cobra FP
Ping G2
Taylor-Made r7

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RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
5
[Aug 23, 2007]
Dave
Shoots in the 90s
Model Reviewed: taylor made rac OS2

I've been playing golf for 5 years now, shooting in the low 100's for about the last two. I recently made the switch from xpc irons to the os2's. I now routinely shoot in the high to mid 90's and just last night shot an 85. I'd love to say that my skill level imroved that much over a 2-3 month period, but who are we kidding. My distance is up at least 15 yards per club, and it's just really hard to hit a terrible shot anymore. I would definitely recommend these clubs.

OVERALL
RATING
4
VALUE
RATING
4
[Aug 04, 2007]
Tim Brooks
Shoots in the 70s
Model Reviewed: Taylor Made RAC CGB irons

got these in mint condition on Ebay for $209.00. I was looking for LT 2 irons but could not pass up the deal on the cgb's. I hit the ball fairly low and the cgb's are advertised as a high flighted club,so I figured "what the heck". The soles are a little thick but they hit the ball great. They are lower lofted than standard irons but they have a much higher ball flight than all my other irons, just as advertised. I'm hitting the 4 and 5 irons longer with a high flight pattern which is great for landing it soft. Wow, more distance but higher flight, what more could you want! My only drawback is that they are slightly closed at address so if you lose shots to the right, these will set up great, but I like a square set up. I have to be careful not to draw the ball too much, not yet sure if I can work a fade with them. They are a definite game improvement club for a mid and high handicapper but they hit the ball so well (long and high) that I will have to keep them for at least a season. I love them. I would recommend them highly....oh yeah, I don't care for the TM grips. don't know why TM has a standard grip that is smooth rubber with no texture to it. they need to completely ditch that line of grips. The inferior grip does not match up with their superior clubs. doesn't make sense to me!

Similar Products Used:

Ping Eye's --- Bertha's and newer Callaway models -- Wilson Deep Red's ( very good clubs for the price) Mizuno's etc.

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
4
[Jul 03, 2007]
JKB
Shoots in the 80s
Model Reviewed: Taylor Made rac CGB

The Taylor Made rac CGB irons are the ABSOLUTE BEST clubs on the market. I hope Taylor Made NEVER STOPS producing this set of irons.

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RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
5
[Mar 06, 2007]
YTS
Shoots in the 90s
Model Reviewed: TaylorMade RAC CGB Irons Stiff Graphite

I was using the RAC LT2 in steel shaft Reg flex but suffered a lack of distance, as much as 1 to 2 clubs. The LT2 are really good looking set of irons but the lack of distance meant that I am always putting pressure on my 40 - 50 yard pitching game. Since I do not carry 3 and 4 irons, the distance gap between my 5 iron and 23Deg rescue club is 2 clubs length. However, with the RAC CGB, I've gained my distance back, and the combination of using Stiff flex & Graphite shaft help to reduce the dispersion. Heck, at my level and frequency of play, I don't even hit it sweet all the time to justify using the LT2. The distance and forgiveness of RAC CGB allows me to get pin-high most of the time. The transition from my 5 iron now to my rescue is more even. Now, if only it looks as sleek as the LT2... hmm... Folks out there, get the CGB today (the R7 Draw is kinda pricey now) and gain you confidence back to your iron game!

Customer Service

Not required.

Similar Products Used:

TM LT2, TM 360, Callaway X14, X16, etc.

OVERALL
RATING
4
VALUE
RATING
4
[Aug 25, 2006]
sisk168
Shoots in the 90s
Model Reviewed: Taylormde RAC CGB

I can't be more happy for the confidence RAC CGB has brought me. I was shooting 90s with TM Burner LCG and thought I need a forged blade to improve my 100 yard game. So I switched to Nike forged pro combo, which is 5-10 yard short compare to Burner LCG. I was wrong!!! With my level of skill to hit forged blade, my 150+ yard game significantly hurt my score and confidence. So I was on the market for a new set of iron. I found this set at golfsmith for $699 closeout. After serious comparison with callaway X-16 and RAC HT(both are on sale at golfsmith now), I found RAC CGB gives me best launch angle plus longer distance(10-15 yard). CGB is extremely forgiving, feels very soft(maybe too soft and lack of feedback for higher skill level player), key point is ball goes loooong....even on mis-hit. With my slow swing speed(90 mph), the stock graphite regular shaft gives me rocket high launch angel which made drop and stop on green easier even with lower spin rate compare to forged blade irons.

About confidence, in my experience, along with callaway HX HOT golf ball(5-10 yard additional gain), I used to hit 5 iron on Nike pro comb from 150 yard, you do the math, 10 yard gain from CGB, 5 yard gain from HX HOT, and HX HOT is not famous for high spin so give a margin of 5 yard roll up to green, I am hitting 7 from 150 yard, which gives great confidence to hit green without thinking of 'what if I miss hit on my 5 iron' when I manage my par 4 game.


In a word, a long and forgiving club in my level of play, easy to hit straight(harder to work the ball left and right). Less feedback and spin compare to forge blade, but in my level of skill, I get my confidence back with rocket high launch angel and better distance for course managemenr along with a great ball, Callaway HX HOT(longer than HX Perl, but feels harder, green side spin is about the same). And unbeatable price now. I recommend this club to beginner like me.

Customer Service

No need so far

Similar Products Used:

Taylor made Burner LCG(Great club but not as forgiving as CGB), Nike Pro Comb(I think I am not as skillfull to play this set now), Callaway X-16(same level of forgiveness but lower launch angle, little bit short in distance for me), touredge JMAX(customed to shorter shaft which hurt my distance), Henry-Griffifth(custom fitting but not that impressive compare to CGB)

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
5
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