-
Posts
121 -
Joined
-
Last visited
Contact Methods
-
Twitter
na
-
Instagram
na
Profile Information
-
Gender
Male
-
Location
Pacific NW
-
Interests
Golf [of course], salt water fishing, NHL [Go Kraken!], wood working
Player Profile
-
Age
60 and over
-
Swing Speed
101-110 mph
-
Handicap
9
-
Frequency of Play/Practice
Multiple times per week
-
Player Type
Competitive
-
Biggest Strength
Driver/Off the Tee
-
Biggest Weakness
Putting
-
Fitted for Clubs
Yes
Recent Profile Visitors
The recent visitors block is disabled and is not being shown to other users.
GolferXY's Achievements
(1/14)
255
Reputation
-
TPT Golf Shafts - 2024 Forum Review
GolferXY replied to GolfSpy_APH's topic in Forum Testing Reviews
So you got the shaft twice! -
I had a driver fitting with them and it was okay until I found out that they were charging me $100 for the fitting and $150 more for the club than I could get at a golf store with the same specs. A couple years later I bought a fitting for my son and he never used it, so I went in for an iron fitting. The young man who worked with me had a great attitude but wasn't interested in my input and pushed me toward a brand rather than try to fit me appropriately. Seemed more salesman than fitter. Late last year I went to PXG, paid $25 for an iron fitting, and I was frankly astounded by the professionalism and courtesy, not to mention the accuracy, of the fitting. My friend also got fitted, and he was fitted into the Gen 5 while the Gen 6's were sitting on the shelf. I thought that was indicative of a company that is trying to fit you into the best club for you instead of the best club for them to sell. Also, unlike Club Champion that charges you $100 [minimum] for the fitting whether you buy or not, PXG applies your fitting fee to the price of the club[s] you buy.
-
I ordered a set of Ping i525's a couple of years ago and was fitted for them. They came out way out of spec from the factory. Never buying Ping again.
-
Absolutely critical and believe me, I've done it twice! I dropped a member-review a couple of years ago on the Mezz Max - fairly comprehensive I think. Just got knee surgery in February and bought a Mezz Max broomstick to help me with my recovery. Absolute nirvana! Lady I spoke with told me they're coming out with a DF3 broomstick in a couple of months, I think that may be the one I've been waiting for cuz you can literally pick up those gimmes while still getting 90% of the DF2 advantages. I'm going to be selling the first putter, though it breaks my heart. The broomstick is just easier to use, more consistent set up and stroke, and I like the way my eye sets up over the ball, too. Hope you find the right putter for your game, just remember if you're gaming a LAB you have to let the putter do the work. Interesting thing to me is that if you hit the ball toe or heel side it typically goes the same distance as a center strike, but will go a little right or left. If you are within 5 feet your chances of bagging that birdie are still very good. If you miss the center from 10' of beyond the ball will more likely miss.
-
Sunglasses! What do you wear on and off the course?
GolferXY replied to Swood1994's topic in General Equipment Talk
EEEeeeyup! Got the lens replacement surgery last January, and it is the bees knees alright. Found out my truck is actualy light blue, not white!!!! -
Sunglasses! What do you wear on and off the course?
GolferXY replied to Swood1994's topic in General Equipment Talk
I've got both the dark and regular Prizm lenses. Dark works better for bright sunny winter days here in the North West where the sun is lower on the horizon all day, making it more likely you'll look up from your shot and into the sun. Regulars are great for spring and summer. Still take them off for green reading, though. -
Sunglasses! What do you wear on and off the course?
GolferXY replied to Swood1994's topic in General Equipment Talk
Oakley sport glasses with "golf" lenses for the course, Ray Ban for driving to the course. Vuarnet are my favorite sunglasses, but I can't afford them any more! Best lenses for driving, period. -
Unofficial Review: The "Putting Thing" by WhyGolf
GolferXY replied to BallsLeon's topic in Member Reviews
Nice stats, Balls! -
There is no easy answer. If you want to listen to something on the course you can use athletic ear buds. Although you can't use them in competition, you can for a friendly match and they don't cost any more - sometimes significantly less - than Bluetooth speakers. And if blasting music while in competition, I imagine tournaments would deal with it directly. On the other hand, speakers allow more than one person to enjoy the tunes and share whatever. Music can be a tool to create a mood, to remember a shared past, to add enjoyment to the round with friends who share whatever is on the play list. As long as you don't force me to listen to your choice of music or become belligerent to the point of negatively impacting my game, I'm happy to keep my mouth shut and play. My experience has been that the majority of folks who use speakers are considerate and keep the volume low. Those who blast it tend to be quick to take offense when you ask them to turn it down. Whether personality quirk or ingestion of something that loosens inhibitions, these folks create an uncomfortable and unpleasant experience and should be dealt with by course management.