David Leighton Reid

A couple of years ago, I joined some other golf junkies on our forum and participated in an unofficial test of lightweight and flexible driver shafts. For those that haven't read the thread it is called Shaft Hack The Otto Phlex Journey started by @azstu324. At the time I participated in this test, I had a Fuji Ventus Velocore shaft in my driver and 3 wood. Now I have 2 driver shafts: a UST MP5 in Ladies flex and a ProLaunch Blue 45 in stiff flex. Both of these shafts were around $60 and I hit both very well.....enough so that I am not looking for something better. I still have the Ventus Velocore in my 3 wood and I won't be changing that one out any time soon.

Congrats to all the testers, especially my buddy @chisag. I look forward to reading all the reviews.

If I am playing solo, I am usually the first one off the tee box, so I don't arrive early. However, if I am playing in a group, I like to arrive 30 - 45 minutes early so I can chip and putt.

Good morning, golfers! More rain, so my wife (SWMBO and financial supporter), gets her housekeeper today. I hope everyone has an enjoyable weekend.

Good morning, golfers. The weatherman said no rain until 2:00, but I am sitting here watching it rain instead of teeing off. Not all bad, because we need the rain and being retired, I can play tomorrow. Hope everyone has a great day.

Good afternoon, golfers. I was a 3rd grade teacher today and thankful to have my day completed. I am not sure where it disappears to and why, but I found my swing again yesterday in league play. Maybe I should stay away from 4 person scrambles???

Congratulations testers! I look forward to your reviews on the Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke drivers.

Good morning, fellow Spies! Today, I am different type of sub as I fill in for a friend in the Tuesday league at our course. I need to redeem myself after a poor iron striking round on Saturday in a 4 person scramble tournament.

Good morning, golfers! Today I am an art teacher for K - 1 grades. My good play on Friday unfortunately did not carry over to a 4 person scramble I played in on Saturday. The only club I hit well was my driver and I made some putts, but just didn’t hit any approach shots close. Tomorrow will be a Mental Health Day as I return to the golf course.

I carry 4 - 6 golf balls.....more is just extra weight.

Thanks DSB….it was definitely sweet payback.

This morning’s round was very therapeutic, even though the temps were low and the wind was cold. The sun was shining, birds were chirping, and turkeys were gobbling in the distance. Needing to finish early, I hopped on the senior tees and proceeded to birdie 3 of the first 4 holes. I finished my round with 6 birdies, 5 bogeys, and 7 pars for a 71. I set a new personal best record with the 6 birdies, eclipsing my old record of 4 birdies in one round.

Good morning, Spies! It is golf therapy day for this old man and it is much needed after a busy week.

Good morning, Spies! I am subbing at our Middle School again today. Please send positive vibes and prayers that I am patient and even keel working with 7th graders. Sorry, but no cartoon again today. I am still unable to load the files from my phone.

Happy Wednesday, golfers! For some weird and unknown reason, I am unable to upload my daily cartoon. I will try again tomorrow.

I have played three rounds with my new Ping G430 Max 10k and I have to say that I am very impressed. The Max 10k just seems to be a fairway finder. And I do believe it is longer than my Ping G425 Max. I am using a UST MP5 ladies flex shaft or a ProLaunch Blue 45 in stiff flex and both work well in this head. My swing weight is at D1, which is the same as I was playing with the G425 with some lead tape added. My misses with the Max 10k aren't straying far from the fairway and retaining good distance. As advertised, impact sound is muted compared to the G425 Max. So far, I am a happy buyer.

Good morning, fellow Spies!

Fred Couples and Chris Kirk....both are so smooth.

Happy Monday! I played an early 18 this morning and I have a 1/2 day of subbing at the Middle School.

Happy Friday, golfers! I walked 18 this morning in blustery conditions and immensely enjoyed myself. The new Ping driver is a keeper.

Good Thursday morning! Today, I am hanging out with high school students in History class. I think my first question will be “Where and when did golf originate?”

Happy Hump Day, fellow golfers! Today, I am PE Coach Reid for Kindergarten and 1st Grade. My round of golf yesterday was much better since my irons and putter decided to play nice. My driver has been performing very well, probably because I have a Ping G430 Max 10k head on the way.

I have purchased a G430 Max 10k head that will arrive this week. I couldn't help myself after the community call discussing this driver. My plan is to use the shafts I currently have for my G425 Max.

Congrats to the testers. I look forward to your reviews on these shafts.

Okay, I drank the Kool-Aid. After the community call where the Ping G430 Max 10k was discussed as #1 on this year's driver list, I went to google and watched some videos regarding this driver compared to the Ping G430 Max. In one particular video, the statement was made that Ping should refund money to those that purchased the G430 Max. The 10k model is supposed to be significantly longer and more forgiving than its predecessors. A G430 Max 10k 9° driver head will be delivered this week. My G425 Max driver and PXG Gen 5 driver will have to find new homes.