Quint
Footballguy
I’m more of a blade guy than mallet, and it came down to the Ping Anser 2 vs Cameron Newport 2 for me a few years back. Went Newport because it felt better. Never wrong to go w feel.
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Apple Jack
Footballguy
I'm a Newport 2 lifer. But would be willing to cheat on it with this:
https://mobile.twitter.com/BettinardiGolf/status/1109224764906844161/photo/1
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Mario Kart
Footballguy
The Ping I mentioned previously does feel pretty good. I don't want a lot of stuff going on with my putter, hence the shape and cleanliness of it. Saw this one and hit a few putts. Awesome and would have bought it... but the price. Also saw this one. Thing sounded awesome... like no noise when making contact. But the odd shape ain't for me. No Sigma 2 putter has a similar shape to the Shea. I'm starting a Go Fund me page.
TLEF316
Footballguy
So what kind of putter is everyone using?gump said:
I've always been a mediocre putter at best, and the Odyssey blade that I picked up 4 years ago is shot (the face insert popped out) and never really gave me all that much confidence anyway, so I'm in the market.
My stroke definitely has a slight arc (confirmed by a pro I talked to last year, who suggested I definitely should get something with some toe hang) and my contact is inconsistent for sure, so it seems like I would definitely benefit from a high MOI style putter. My brother just picked up the Taylor Made Spider and I think a similar style probably makes sense for me as well (although apparently it's face balanced, so I wont be going for that exact model) and would help me get a little more consistent. Obviously need to practice putting more too, but its very obvious that my stroke is all over the place, so I'm hoping a little more forgiving tech might help.
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Mario Kart
Footballguy
I'm certain I'm ordering the Ping putter with the hole in the middle. I've been cross handed putting since I was a teen. Not many do that. I'm hoping to shave off, at least, four strokes.
Zow
Footballguy
Zow
Footballguy
Should note I shot a 75 yesterday with no eagles/birdies. Probably the most consistent round of my life. 9/14 fairways, 6 GIRS, 26 putts, and 2 strokes lost to penalty. Best stat though was that I went 10/11 in scrambling around the greens. Aaron Baddeley would have been proud.
A couple months ago I told myself I needed to change my approach to the game. I'm fortunate enough that length isn't a problem so I've focused much more on just being in play off the tee. At my home course I now go 5 iron regularly off three of the tighter holes -- including a reachable par 5. I've also, since most greens slope back to front, have been intentionally playing to be a 1/2 club short (so if I nut it I'll be pin high). Lastly, I bought the Taylor Made hi-toe last fall and have made myself practice chipping with it several times during the week (even if it's just brushing the carpet in my living room) so I'm now chipping with tons more confidence and really enjoy chipping to a foot only to have the ball sent back to me without even having to stress over a putt. The end result of this seems to be the elimination of doubles or worse from my game and I can sip my beer and happily take stress-free putts at five footers for par.
A couple months ago I told myself I needed to change my approach to the game. I'm fortunate enough that length isn't a problem so I've focused much more on just being in play off the tee. At my home course I now go 5 iron regularly off three of the tighter holes -- including a reachable par 5. I've also, since most greens slope back to front, have been intentionally playing to be a 1/2 club short (so if I nut it I'll be pin high). Lastly, I bought the Taylor Made hi-toe last fall and have made myself practice chipping with it several times during the week (even if it's just brushing the carpet in my living room) so I'm now chipping with tons more confidence and really enjoy chipping to a foot only to have the ball sent back to me without even having to stress over a putt. The end result of this seems to be the elimination of doubles or worse from my game and I can sip my beer and happily take stress-free putts at five footers for par.
heckmanm
Footballguy
Warm-weather (finally for me) bump.
I used to be around a 14, but hardly played at all the last 2-3 years due to several factors (couple of injuries, kid graduating HS and moving to college). Got out once last August and played reasonably well despite the rust.
Played Sunday and only had time to hit a couple dozen warmups. Went out and shot 40 on the front, with really only a wobbly putter hurting me. I dropped 2 longish putts, but missed a bunch of short stuff. Shot 47 on the back, as my putting stayed bad and I mis-hit a few as the hilly course (we walked) started to catch up to my legs/hips.
I think I ended up with about 9 pars and a bird on the day, which made me really happy and wanting to play more regularly again.
I used to be around a 14, but hardly played at all the last 2-3 years due to several factors (couple of injuries, kid graduating HS and moving to college). Got out once last August and played reasonably well despite the rust.
Played Sunday and only had time to hit a couple dozen warmups. Went out and shot 40 on the front, with really only a wobbly putter hurting me. I dropped 2 longish putts, but missed a bunch of short stuff. Shot 47 on the back, as my putting stayed bad and I mis-hit a few as the hilly course (we walked) started to catch up to my legs/hips.
I think I ended up with about 9 pars and a bird on the day, which made me really happy and wanting to play more regularly again.
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[scooter]
Footballguy
:unintendedconsequencesofnewrules:
I was 230 out on a par 5, so I decided to take a shot at reaching the green in 2 (it was right at the edge of the range of my 3-wood). I couldn't see if the group ahead was off the green, but I could see the top of the flagstick. I saw the flag get removed for putting, then a couple minutes later the flag was put back into the hole. So I decided to hit.
Next thing I know, I hear a bunch of angry yelling. I walk up to the green and one of the guys in the group yells, "Next time yell 'fore', a##hole!"
It was then that I realized that they had been removing-and-replacing the flag for each individual player's preferences.
I was 230 out on a par 5, so I decided to take a shot at reaching the green in 2 (it was right at the edge of the range of my 3-wood). I couldn't see if the group ahead was off the green, but I could see the top of the flagstick. I saw the flag get removed for putting, then a couple minutes later the flag was put back into the hole. So I decided to hit.
Next thing I know, I hear a bunch of angry yelling. I walk up to the green and one of the guys in the group yells, "Next time yell 'fore', a##hole!"
It was then that I realized that they had been removing-and-replacing the flag for each individual player's preferences.
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heckmanm
Footballguy
Nicely camouflaged LOOK AT ME post here. :golfthreadclap::unintendedconsequencesofnewrules:
I was 230 out on a par 5, so I decided to take a shot at reaching the green in 2 (it was right at the edge the range of my 3-wood). I couldn't see if the group ahead was off the green, but I could see the top of the flagstick. I saw the flag get removed for putting, then a couple minutes later the flag was put back into the hole. So I decided to hit.
Next thing I know, I hear a bunch of angry yelling. I walk up to the green and one of the guys in the group yells, "Next time yell 'fore', a##hole!"
It was then that I realized that they had been removing-and-replacing the flag for each individual player's preferences.
TheIronSheik
SUPER ELITE UPPER TIER
I said early on that I thought because of this exact reason, it would slow the game down. The rule should state that the group all has to play the same way. Decide on the first tee or sooner. In our foursome, one of the guys wants it in. And of course he's the slowest putter to begin with. Doesn't like to hit out of turn, either. So we are always pulling the pin, then putting it back in. Pulling it and putting it back in. I hate the new rule for this reason alone.:unintendedconsequencesofnewrules:
I was 230 out on a par 5, so I decided to take a shot at reaching the green in 2 (it was right at the edge the range of my 3-wood). I couldn't see if the group ahead was off the green, but I could see the top of the flagstick. I saw the flag get removed for putting, then a couple minutes later the flag was put back into the hole. So I decided to hit.
Next thing I know, I hear a bunch of angry yelling. I walk up to the green and one of the guys in the group yells, "Next time yell 'fore', a##hole!"
It was then that I realized that they had been removing-and-replacing the flag for each individual player's preferences.
belljr
Footballguy
[scooter]
Footballguy
I didn't even reach the green! My ball was about 10 yards short, off to the right. But considering the fact that it had been stomped into the ground, I suppose it's possible that it actually did reach the green, but one of those hotheads decided to play footsie with it.Nicely camouflaged LOOK AT ME post here. :golfthreadclap::unintendedconsequencesofnewrules:
I was 230 out on a par 5, so I decided to take a shot at reaching the green in 2 (it was right at the edge the range of my 3-wood). I couldn't see if the group ahead was off the green, but I could see the top of the flagstick. I saw the flag get removed for putting, then a couple minutes later the flag was put back into the hole. So I decided to hit.
Next thing I know, I hear a bunch of angry yelling. I walk up to the green and one of the guys in the group yells, "Next time yell 'fore', a##hole!"
It was then that I realized that they had been removing-and-replacing the flag for each individual player's preferences.
matuski
Footballguy
[scooter]
Footballguy
I played with a guy who wanted it in-or-out depending on the length of the putt. On one hole, he wanted it in for the first putt, then out for the 2nd putt, then back in for the comebacker, then back out for the tap-in for 6.
Binky The Doormat
Footballguy
BWHAAAAA!!!!I played with a guy who wanted it in-or-out depending on the length of the putt. On one hole, he wanted it in for the first putt, then out for the 2nd putt, then back in for the comebacker, then back out for the tap-in for 6.
did he have a white belt and flat-brim golf hat?
Andy Dufresne
Footballguy
Recommendations for courses to play near Lincolnshire, IL?
TheIronSheik
SUPER ELITE UPPER TIER
Every year is the same for me. My driving is decent. Irons are decent. Putting is decent. What's this called? Chipping? Never heard of it. I spend the first month or two of the season either hitting a 5 inch chili dip or a bladed wedge 50 yards over the green. I don't understand how every winter my body totally forgets how to chip. I feel like Chuck Knoblauch out there every time it's my turn to hit a 10 yard pitch.
tommyboy
Footballguy
i practice off tight lies, goal just to pick the ball off the surface. helps with your confidence, makes all the other chips seem easier.
belljr
Footballguy
Playing tomorrow for the first time since November tommorow.... Excited and kicksrock
I'm still 2 years out from getting back to my normal rounds per year. My daughter's schedule right doesn't allow it.
I will either shoot a 78 or a 95 tommorow. That's usually how my first round goes
I'm still 2 years out from getting back to my normal rounds per year. My daughter's schedule right doesn't allow it.
I will either shoot a 78 or a 95 tommorow. That's usually how my first round goes
belljr
Footballguy
75!!! Really only hit two or three bad shots I should have been closer to 72
: excited:Almost had an ace
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joffer
Footballguy
just got back from Pinehurst trip. it lived up to the hype, a great time. #2 is the hardest course I've ever played. #8 was my favorite. also loved #4 and #7. The par 3 course was a blast. we played it 3 times in a row and were fairly hammered by the end.
highly recommend PH as a golf trip. next year....back to Bandon!
highly recommend PH as a golf trip. next year....back to Bandon!
TheIronSheik
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joffer
Footballguy
Cowboysfan8
Footballguy
Anyone have any tips on making older grips a little tackier/less slick ?
Quint
Footballguy
Ignoramus
Footballguy
I really suck at golf, but I do enjoy playing. I've been hitting some ####ty Zevo brand clubs that I picked up several years back for like $19.95 for the full set, including the bag.
Decided to buy some decent clubs and got a set of Ping G2 irons on FB marketplace and a XR 16 5W and Odyssey 3T putter from the Callaway pre-owned site... about $400 for everything. Really excited to finally have some quality gear, even if it's not the latest tech.
I know that equipment will only marginally help me so I'm also going to take some lessons. I've never had professional instruction but I feel like I'm pretty consistent with my swing so hoping a pro's eye can tell me what I'm doing wrong.
My goal is to be shooting in the 90s by year-end. Is that ludicrous for someone who has played two rounds in the last three years?
Decided to buy some decent clubs and got a set of Ping G2 irons on FB marketplace and a XR 16 5W and Odyssey 3T putter from the Callaway pre-owned site... about $400 for everything. Really excited to finally have some quality gear, even if it's not the latest tech.
I know that equipment will only marginally help me so I'm also going to take some lessons. I've never had professional instruction but I feel like I'm pretty consistent with my swing so hoping a pro's eye can tell me what I'm doing wrong.
My goal is to be shooting in the 90s by year-end. Is that ludicrous for someone who has played two rounds in the last three years?
Quint
Footballguy
Not ludicrous, but definitely a challenge. Lessons will help (do the drills your instructor suggests and practice with a purpose), but breaking 100 in the next 4-5 months will take more than that.
I’d focus on putting and short game as much as possible if your sole purpose is to score in the 90s. GL and stay positive.
Da Guru
Fair & Balanced
Get new ones if they are a couple years old. Washing them helps but only for a short time.
In my league last night skin pot was 200.00 I birdie the #1 handicap hole for what I think with be an automatic skin. 410 yard par 4 pond in front of green that was playing into the wind. The highest handicap player in the league also birdies it to cancel me...the Guy holes a chip from 80 out
Only one guy birdies the easiest hole on the course and takes it all.Gotta love this game.
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heckmanm
Footballguy
Good advice.
Also, learn when to take your medicine -
TheIronSheik
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heckmanm
Footballguy
Mookie
Footballguy
Played 72 holes last weekend. Great off the tee and great scrambling, but my iron game was atrocious. Having a lot of trouble making solid contact - fat/thin/pull/push. Four way misses from the fairway really have a way of putting a damper on your game. I think a lot of it is tempo (too quick at the top and down causes me to "jump" at the ball). Any suggestions/drills for how to work this out on the range?
Ignoramus
Footballguy
Thanks!
It's definitely not my sole purpose to score in the 90s, but a stretch goal. Above all I want to have fun.
TheIronSheik
SUPER ELITE UPPER TIER
If your main goal is fun but also want to get better, then I would suggest always fluffing your lie. And if your ball is in a really bad spot, like behind a tree or up against high grass, move it a clubs length. You'll get better by playing normal shots over and over. Trying to stick to the USGA rules will not only make golf less fun, it can hurt your practice. Once you start shooting better and consistent, then fluff the ball less. Or try your punch out shots. But don't waste time on these shots if you're not breaking 100. Just my opinion.
heckmanm
Footballguy
Yeah, as long as you're not in a competitive situation I like this thought, especially for really bad lies. Once you're consistently hitting shots cleanly, start doing yourself fewer "favors". Just don't go bragging to your friends about your score if you had 13 foot-wedgesTheIronSheik said:
TheIronSheik
SUPER ELITE UPPER TIER
Yes. Not in competitive situations with people you don't know. But if you're playing with friends of your same skill level, make a rule before the round that you can all fluff your lie, or something to that extent.Yeah, as long as you're not in a competitive situation I like this thought, especially for really bad lies. Once you're consistently hitting shots cleanly, start doing yourself fewer "favors". Just don't go bragging to your friends about your score if you had 13 foot-wedges
Quint
Footballguy
grab your favorite mid-iron (e.g. 7i, 8i) and put the ball in the middle of your stance, take 1/2 swings - low and slow - with a good tempo until you start making solid contact. don't focus at all on distance. then move to 3/4 swings with the same drill. if possible, do this on grass instead of mats.Mookie said:
tommyboy
Footballguy
tommyboy
Footballguy
this is one of the best drills period.
another one. Alternate between a pitching wedge and driver, try to keep the same tempo on both swings
tommyboy
Footballguy
played exactly 5 rounds this year. first round was may 5th. shot 87. then 84, then 82
played twice last weekend, shot 75 both times. that was after a week of hitting golf balls at the range at lunchtime and some light chipping practice one day last week.
the round on monday, that 75 was the highest i could have shot. I missed 6-12 foot biridie putts on 13, 14, 16, 17 and made bogey on the first and last par 5's from the fairway both times.
working on, keeping head from moving much either direction from start to impact. Keep hands ahead of ball down into impact. Shorten backswing. Working the ball both directions (i practice both cuts and draws). Hip turn (1) extension at impact (2).
these concepts are paying off quickly for me. Normally it takes me two months to get into gear because I don't touch the clubs for 6-7 months every year. Hoping i can continue to improve all summer
played twice last weekend, shot 75 both times. that was after a week of hitting golf balls at the range at lunchtime and some light chipping practice one day last week.
the round on monday, that 75 was the highest i could have shot. I missed 6-12 foot biridie putts on 13, 14, 16, 17 and made bogey on the first and last par 5's from the fairway both times.
working on, keeping head from moving much either direction from start to impact. Keep hands ahead of ball down into impact. Shorten backswing. Working the ball both directions (i practice both cuts and draws). Hip turn (1) extension at impact (2).
these concepts are paying off quickly for me. Normally it takes me two months to get into gear because I don't touch the clubs for 6-7 months every year. Hoping i can continue to improve all summer
That one guy
Footballguy
Anyone have opinions/experience with TaylorMade P770 Forged irons? New set on clearance at my local Golf Galaxy and I feel I’m due for some new sticks. They let me throw some tape on the face and swing a few with the 7-iron. For as light as they feel in the hand, they had a solid impact.
belljr
Footballguy
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That one guy
Footballguy
I’ve borrowed my friend’s AP2s before, but never actually owned. I was at a 14 last year, though haven’t input any scores into my GHIN account in months. One thing I noticed and confirmed with sales guy, they (the P770s) are slightly shorter than standard off the shelf club lengths. I like that as I tend to choke down a little on my irons
urbanhack
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