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Bridgestone Tour B JGR HF1 Irons Review

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The Bridgestone Tour B JGR HF1 irons launch the ball easily.  Long.  Almost impossible to hit them fat.

Introduction

When golfers talk about forgiveness, they typically mean how well a club preserves ball speed on hits that are off center.  Go to any range, however, and you can hear that the problem often isn’t mishits, it’s hitting the ground before the ball.  With this in mind, Bridgestone put an uber-forgiving sole on their JGR HF1 irons to help higher handicap players hit more greens in regulation.

At address, the Bridgestone Tour B JGR HF1 irons create a new category: the refined super game improvement iron .  With a chunk of the sole sticking out behind the top line, there’s no arguing that these aren’t SGI irons.  That said, the top line isn’t that thick and there’s not a ton of offset.  The blade length is about average, and the contrast between the two finishes on the face makes it appear smaller.

Sound & Feel

Just like the look, the sound and feel of the HF1 irons blends polish with power.  There’s a “snap” to impact that makes it feel like the ball flies off the face , but it’s not very loud.  Because it’s quiet, impact feels much softer than you might expect from an SGI iron.

Performance

When you look at the JGR HF1 iron’s wide sole, you expect a high-launching iron.  When you read the technical notes, your expectations go from “high launch” to “moon balls.”  What counters these design elements are very aggressive lofts.  The final result is a strong, medium-high ball flight with a boatload of ball speed.   Even when I tried to add loft and hit big cuts, I could not get the HF1 to balloon.

While Bridgestone’s focus is on the forgiveness and high launch, which are noteworthy, what really got me was the way the sole cures fat shots .  The range where I usually go is very sandy.  Any shot that’s even a little fat goes nowhere…unless you’re swinging the HF1 irons.  With these clubs, the sole skates through the turf and puts a charge into the ball.  If you struggle with hitting behind the ball, the HF1 is the best quick fix I’ve seen.

It’s not too often that a new club can surprise me, but the Bridgestone Tour B JGR HF1 did just that.  I was expecting high launch and a lot of forgiveness, and it delivered.  I was expecting massive distance, and it delivered.  What I was not expecting was the way it turned fat shots into good results.  For the high handicapper, the HF1 gets a strong recommendation from me.

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Sounds sweet for the higher capper, but those clubs lengths! 39.25 in for a 5i? I hope a high capper can handle it. Interesting sole.

Hurry up and review the HF2. I’m searching for something to replace my PTx irons and are interested in hearing about the Bridgestone’s. Trying to find a game improvement iron that has a look closer the a players distance set. Am I dreaming?

919 Forged? For low to mid cappers.

We’ll have a full review of the JPX919 Forged next week.

Much as I love Bridgestone clubs, I really wish they hadn’t gone the “jacked lofts”/“5-iron is really a 4-iron” route. A 22° loft on a 39.25” shaft is a 4-iron no matter what you stamp on the toe and simply won’t be played by most high handicappers.

Matt nice review, but is there much distance between the 6 and the 5 with the gaping? Thanks,Robin.

Yes, about 10 yards.

Didn’t Adams or Cleveland or so have clubs with soles like this a few years back? Much difference? Anyway, Bridgestone seems to be popping up more again. Silly to call them “Tour” when they won’t get close to any players on the tour..

Well now, these comments sounds really good but playing them will tell the truth. HF2 sounds cool but standing in the fairways 185 to the greens, 4 irons are you with me?

Being a short golfer I have trouble getting the ball high enough to get the distance I need. I have a 11.0 handicap index. I have a very good short game, that’s because of not hitting a higher ball flight and missing greens. The JGR HF1 will help me improve my ability to hit better shots.

Well, I am new to the world of golf (I am 70 and just started playing 9 months ago) and have discovered I hit a lot of “fat” shots. If Matt is right, I may have to try the Bridgestone Tour B JGR HF1 irons. They sound like what a high handicapper like me needs.

Sounds like what my game needs. Lost some speed and strength with age, these would help me compensate for that.

I want to win the HF1 irons, from the review I read, this will fit me perfectly!!

Would love to have HF1 for improvement Thank You.

Jgr hf1 will maybe provide the consistency im looking forward too

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I would give anything for a set of clubs like these. I’m a vet and have back problems from surgerys and I hit a lot behind the ball. Maybe these could help Matt

These clubs look amazing

As a high handicapper I look forward to trying the HF1 irons.

Like the looks of the HF1. The specs bother me. The lofts seem to be very strong and some very close together and others far apart. Is this spacing required to keep the same distance gaping? Length seems long for metal shafts. Would have liked to see what different shafts are available. Looking forward to having them in my hands to satisfy my curiosity.

The lofts do seem oddly spaced, but it seems to work within the context of the club – low CG, hot face, etc.

Both the Hf1 and 2 look awesome and Bridgestone have been thorough and thoughtful with the two models. Both models I believe can be used to improve one’s game and my personal preference is the HF2 as they just look awesome. A true winner from a company that I believe think of us and not just the commercial benefit to them. Their range of golf balls have a great synergy giving all golfers the opportunity to try the best without compromising their game.

In essence Bridgestone have given a wide range of golfers the opportunity to use a club that will not only suit their game but actually give one the confidence to improve on their handicap. I personally love the fact that Bridgestone as usual have given all golfers the resource to improve and enjoy their game.

Great review! I would love to when these irons. Eddie, Springfield Missouri.

The HF 1 look nice but with their wide soles I would like to know how they handled heavy rough. Any experience with hitting them in heavy rough?

As I have become older and endured some feet and leg injuries, I have had trouble with fat shots. It would be interesting to see if the “almost impossible to hit fat” designed iron would help me.

I’ve played with “fat” sole irons before and got the same results talked about in this review. Need to range test these asap!

Are the HF 2 irons suitable for a mid-high handicap golfer ???

I don’t like to tell anyone they can’t play a certain piece of equipment. That said, if you’re talking about a 20+ handicap, I think the HF1 is a better choice in most cases.

I hit my irons (Ping Eye 2) all over the face and on the sweet spot occasionally… it feels like hitting a marshmallow when i do hit the sweet spot…… Would the HG 1’s help me to find the sweet spot more??? Any suggestions?? I need help. Thanks for your reply in advance.

No iron is going to help you hit the sweet spot more but a more forgiving club will lessen the difference between a good strike and a poor one.

I am interested in the JGR HF1s. It looks like Tour Edge’s EXS irons are direct competitors in the SGI category. Any feedback on how the two compare?

We haven’t tested the EXS iron, so we can’t offer a comparison.

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These are expectional clubs in many ways. To bad the loft and shaft lengths make these play about two clubs long than the number. I would have to add at least 2 wedges just to compensate. Does not make much sense but that is the way they sell irons now.

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Bridgestone 213 HF Irons

Introducing Bridgestone 213HF Iron. comes with SP-COR (suspension core) Technology, which was developed by "scientific contact", has been evolved and installed in this iron. The high initial velocity area has been further expanded. The polymer mounted inside absorbs the extra impact, giving a comfortable feel.

High-strength Ultimate Strong Metal 2.0 is used for the face material. An L-shaped face that improves the resilience performance of the hitting area at the bottom of the face with a dimple face that uses a thick face. And power slit is also installed. With these technologies, the ball is easy to lift and the flight distance to aim at the green It is a model that also has performance.

New SP-COR (suspension core) with new structure further expands the high initial velocity area. With a high initial velocity and high launch trajectory. Pursuing distance performance that can be aimed with carry. Also, compared to JGR HF3, the shallow shape of the semirage, which has a longer face length but a lower face height, gives a sense of security. Pursuing ease of flight.

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REVIEW: Bridgestone Tour B JGR HF2 Irons

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• Spin: 6295 rpms Launch
• Angle: 21.9*
• Dispersion: 3.2 yds
• Club Head Speed: 92.3 mph
• Ball Speed: 123.4 mph
• Total Distance:  183.9 yds
• Carry Distance:  177.3 yds yds

If you are a mid-handicap golfer, a weekend warrior, or a higher handicap golfer looking to transition lower, the  Bridgestone Tour B JGR HF2 would be an ideal set.  They offer great forged feel and stunning looks that are often reserved for better golfers, yet launch it high and long with lots of forgiveness for a wide cross section of golfers.  Just because you don’t shoot par, doesn’t mean you want game improvement irons, these however are the perfect blend for the mid handicap golfer.

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ブリヂストンの飛び系Bシリーズ 213HFアイアン　試打レビュー

ブリヂストンのBシリーズのアイアンは上級者向けのモデルが多いイメージですが、今回紹介するのは、アベレージ向けの飛び系B、213HFアイアンです。

飛び系ですがヘッドは軟鉄。ストロング ロフト であることはもちろんですが、良い意味でブリヂストンらしくないテクノロジーが搭載されており、興味深い仕上がりとなっています。

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より良い打感のために、内部に搭載したポリマーが余計な衝撃を吸収するテクノロジーが搭載されています。

ブリヂストン製のアイアンの中で最薄の肉厚です。

213HFアイアンで測定をしました。番手は7番。シャフトはN.S.PRO 850GH neoです。弾道測定器はスカイトラックで、使用球はタイトリストのProV1です。

※左右ブレの平均は算出していません。例えば、左に5ヤードと右に5ヤードの平均が0（まっすぐ）となるからです。

オーソドックスな飛び系アイアン、といった感じのクラブです。グースが強めで スウィートスポット が広めのストロングロフト。しかし、軟鉄のヘッドということもあり打感は柔らかめ。他の飛び系アイアンと比べてやわらかい方なのではないでしょうか。

ストロングロフトですが、打ち出し角を見る限り、球が上がりにくいということはありません。ただ、飛び系らしくスピン量は少なめですね。

楽に飛ばしたいけど、かたい打感は苦手で、やわらかい打感が好みのゴルファーにおすすめのクラブです。

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Taste of the Masters: Bringing Augusta National's food experience to patrons at home

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From start to finish, the Masters Tournament has an identity all its own. Whether it’s the drive up Magnolia Lane or the green jacket donned by the victor, the Masters is known for a multitude of things: azaleas in full bloom in early spring, Rae’s Creek, Butler Cabin and the quintessential selection of food and drinks enjoyed exclusively by patrons in attendance. Or rather, that used to be the case.

Insert "Taste of the Masters," a food and beverage initiative spearheaded by Augusta National in 2020 when the tournament took place at a non-traditional time, in November, with no patrons on-site due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The pandemic challenged the sports and entertainment industry to adjust and adapt, and the Masters was no different. It began with a simple question from the team at Augusta National: What are some ways to help bring the experience to fans and make this a memorable tournament?

Aside from opening an online patron shop that allowed ticketed patrons to purchase Masters merchandise from home (the Masters only sells official Masters merchandise on the grounds at Augusta National), the team also came up with the idea of selling Masters food and drink kits to those ticketed patrons, which they dubbed "Taste of the Masters."

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For 2024, the Augusta National team continued to look at ways to evolve and perfect the project. One enhancement for this year: Fans have had a say in what's included thanks to their feedback. Bar-b-que potato chips, Georgia pecan caramel popcorn and Masters coasters are included in the kit, with the popcorn’s inclusion a direct result of fan feedback. The team even added a smaller tasting kit as an option this year, also a direct result of fan feedback, which also includes fun accessories like food item placards and miniature Masters flag toothpicks to hold sandwiches together.

Pork bar-b-que sandwich with bar-b-que potato chips. (Courtesy of the Masters Tournament)

For Augusta National, the kits are yet another opportunity to go above and beyond for fans across the country while also paying homage to the tournament's roots in Augusta, Georgia. The food and beverage experience is part of Masters history, which started with the vision of Bobby Jones and Clifford Roberts, who believed that food was key to the Masters’ evolution as an elite sporting experience for patrons. The two tournament pioneers wanted the menu to reflect a southern-style picnic, with sandwiches as an easy option that locals could create in their homes and bring to the course for the patrons.

The menu has come a long way since the Masters inception in 1934, with the Taste of the Masters as simply the next step in its evolution. What originally started as an almost regional, exclusive offering for ticketed fans in 2020 has now grown to a nationwide fan favorite in households across the country. As for whether the Masters pimento cheese sandwich has made its way to all 50 states, it’s hard to say, but 2024 is the first year where shipping to Alaska and Hawaii is available. And why stop there? Fan interest north of the border suggests that "Taste of the Masters" could be headed to Canada as well.

While nothing is guaranteed, "Taste of the Masters" looks to be around for the long haul.

Justin Lemminn is a member of the PGA TOUR's digital content team. A native of Jacksonville, Florida, he went to college at the University of Central Florida in Orlando and is passionate about his hometown Jaguars and the UCF Knights. Follow Justin Lemminn on Twitter .

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See all that Moscow has to offer by choosing one or more of our incredible Moscow day tours. Visit Red Square , St. Basil’s , the Kremlin or perhaps a vodka museum and the fantastic Moscow metro system , we have it all. Our expert, informative and fun guides will help you get to know Europe’s largest city. Please click on the day tour details to learn more or contact us for more information about our Moscow tours using the form at the side of the page.  You can also schedule a call with one of our Russian travel specialists to learn more.

Head to the heart of Moscow with a professional guide on a 4-hour private walk through the city center. See Tverskaya and Old Arbat streets, Theatre Square with the world-famous Bolshoi Theatre, and the former KGB headquarters...

• Schedule Daily 09:00 - 20:00
• Languages English-speaking guide is guaranteed. Other languages are on request.
• Walking tours Transportation is not included
• PRIVATE TOUR This is a private tour, there won't be other people in your group

Panoramic City Tour. This Moscow tour is a great start to your trip and the best way to get acquainted with many of the city’s major highlights. Our professional guide will escort you on a route that includes Vorobyevi...

• Schedule Daily 09:00 - 18:00
• Tours by car Transportation by private car/minivan is included

This tour offers a detailed look into the history and present-day life of the Jewish community of Moscow. On the tour, you will visit sites connected with the cultural and religious life of different Jewish families, as well...

• Schedule Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday 11:00 - 20:00 Friday 10:00 - 14:00 Saturday not available

The tour begins with a drive or walk down Tverskaya Street – a Soviet masterpiece. In the years of Soviet power, Tverskaya began to undergo a transformation: it was widened to two and a half times its original size,...

This is a very interesting and insightful tour. You will visit places connected with Stalin’s terror - a time of great repression and fear. You will be shown monuments to the victims of the repression. You will then...

You will be told of the street’s interesting history and view the street’s artisan culture. You will also have the opportunity to view and purchase souvenirs from the street’s many craftsmen....

The Kremlin is truly a fascinating structure, at the same time it is an ancient tower, the city’s former military fortification, a palace, an armory, the sovereign treasury and the workplace of the Russian President....

• Schedule Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 10:00 - 17:00 Thursday not available

This world-famous gallery contains masterpieces of Russian art beginning in the 10th century up until today. You will view exquisite Russian icons and paintings from the 18th and 19th century including works by Rublyov, Karavak,...

• Schedule Monday not available Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday 10:00 - 17:00 Thursday, Friday, Saturday 10:00 - 20:00

Tour of the Novodevichy Monastery. Founded in 1524 by Grand Prince VasiliIoanovich, the original convent was enclosed by fortified walls and contained 12 towers. The structure served as a convent for women of noble birth...

• Schedule Daily 09:00 - 17:00

The Moscow Metro is one of the largest and most grandly built metro systems in the world. It was meant to be a showcase of the Soviet Union’s achievements for both the Russians themselves and for visitors from abroad....

• Schedule Daily 10:00 - 17:00

The history of Kolomenskoye stretches back for centuries. In 1380, Dmitri Donskoi’s army passed through Kolomenskoye on their way to the Kulikovo battlefield, and it was here that Donskoi celebrated his victory over...

• Schedule Monday not available Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday 10:00 - 17:00 Saturday 11:00 - 18:00

Considered by some to be the Russian Vatican, Sergiev Posad is the temporary residence of the Patriarch of the Russian Orthodox Church. The Trinity St. Sergius Monastery (Lavra) was built in the first half of the 1340s by...

The Tsaritsyno Estate is located in the southern part of Moscow. The estate was constructed for Catherine the Great by the Russian architects Bazhenov and Kazakov in a romantic gothic style. The complex includes a landscape...

• Schedule Monday not available Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 11:00 - 17:00 Saturday 11:00 - 19:00 Sunday 11:00 - 18:00

The Kuskovo Estate often called the Moscow Versailles due to its perfectly preserved French park, is an example of an 18th century, luxurious Moscow summer residence. Its history dates back to 1715, when the village of Kuskovo...

• Schedule Monday, Tuesday not available Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 10:00 - 18:00

Vodka is an important component of Russian life, an element of national identity and everyday culture. We invite you to visit the Vodka Museum and feel the atmosphere of long-gone centuries. You will get to know the story...

• Schedule Daily 10:00 - 19:00

Take this opportunity to learn more about the Russian writer Lev Tolstoy. During the visit to the museum you will see part of a vast collection of exhibits connected to Tolstoy and his family including books and personal...

• Schedule Monday not available Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 10:00 - 17:00 Thursday 12:00 - 19:00

This apartment museum located close to Patriarch Ponds became the prototype of the "bad apartment" described in the novel "The Master and Margarita." Currently the museum's collection includes more than three thousand...

• Schedule Monday not available Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 12:00 - 19:00 Thursday 14:00 - 21:00

Express to Russia specializes in Moscow city excursions, an essential part of your Moscow travel itinerary. We offer a large variety of day excursions throughout Moscow and its suburbs. From  Red Square  and the  Kremlin  to a city tour of Moscow’s  Old Arbat Street  or the  Moscow metro , an excursion specializing in Stalin and the KGB and much more. No travel to Moscow is complete without taking a few of our day tours that most meet your interest in Russia.

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Our Moscow day excursions can be organized on foot or with transport. All of our excursions are led by an experienced guide, specializing in the subject matter of the tour. Excursions are privately run and can be booked for 1 traveler all the way up to large groups of travelers. We run our Moscow city tours in every season. This is because travel to Moscow is excellent in any season. In the summer take a stroll through  Gorky Park  or take a riverboat tour along the Moskva River. In the winter, see Moscow’s winter wonderland of ice and snow and then settle in for a cozy lunch or dinner with a hot bowl of borsht. In winter, spring and fall, you can beat the crowds at all of Moscow’s main attractions and museums. Regardless of when you come, Express to Russia will make sure that your trip is one of your best vacations ever.

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