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I would guess every store is different depending on their backlog of work and how much staff they have. The easiest way to find out is probably a phone call to the store vs posting here.

I'm playing Srixon ZX5's and am very happy with them. It would be worth a demo of them. On the newer side you might check out the new Mizuno JPX lineup that was just announced. There's an article on the main MGS site about them. I'd also recommend checking through the most wanted lists for the past couple years if you are looking for ideas.

I agree, it's a money grab. On the flip side the trail fee is cheaper than the fee for a year long course cart with membership. Convenience usually costs money and this is one that I'm happy to pay. (well maybe not 'happy' but at least I feel it's worth it for my situation)

We live on a course in MN and they allow personal carts. I think the trail fee is around $350 but it's all bundled in my membership so not 100% sure how much it is. Yes it's an investment we made, we actually have 2 carts (a 2 seater and a 4 seater) and between golf and cruising the neighborhood we use them both a lot. Plus it's a much easier drive home after a few beverages

I've never tried the smaller portable compressors, I've always heard they work but are very very slow to fill anything. Instead I went with a 50' retractable hose reel and a spot my compressor can always sit and be plugged in. The hose reaches anywhere in the garage and most of the driveway so makes it very easy to just grab and pull to where ever you are working. On an unrelated note the Husky digital tire gauge on the end of the hose is one of my favorite tool purchases I've ever made.

I have one hole on our course with OB left and water right. I hit DOD there because it's the same shape every time, start it up the left and it cuts back to the fairway. I'm prob 90-95% success rate with that shot on that hole. Other than that specific instance I only bring it out on a scramble type situation.

Cut +1 Sun scoring average 73.3

They were started by one of the guys that started Oban shafts. They make a great product, but like any shaft it's more important that it fits your swing. I played the Raijin for a season and really liked it.

Club traders group on Facebook marketplace, golfwrx classified section, mygolfspy classified section. Last resort is always ebay. It's a great looking bag, I guarantee someone out there would love to buy it from you and put it in their man cave. Honestly the hardest part is going to be pricing it, and shipping is going to be expensive as well. I'm assuming you are keeping the covers and just selling the bag? If it was mine I'd probably start it around $1000 and list it as OBO. Our classified section doesn't seem to get a ton of traction so while I would list it here still, I would make sure to list it over on golfwrx and on the Golf Club Traders group on Facebook. Best of luck with selling it!!

@GolfSpy_BEN It finally happened, could I please swap out my Broke 80 badge for the Broke 70 badge? Shot 69 today!

I've also seen a lot of TM replacements outside the 2yr warranty period, but most all have been driver heads when there was a previous known issue with that head line. But let's talk about those irons. I've never seen an iron that installs "a couple inches" into an iron head. Most are about 1.25" insertion depth and anything over 1 1/8" should be plenty. So if you are getting 1 1/4" insertion depth there is absolutely nothing wrong with those irons. I think a better question to ask is does he keep those irons in his car or trunk most of the summer? I really don't think it's out of line that you have epoxy failure in 2-3 years if he is keeping them in the trunk most of the time. Not to question your club making abilities, but the question also has to be asked if the tips were cleaned/sanded and if the hosel's were reamed out and made sure you got all of the dust and debris out of there from glue residue. Was the epoxy measured evenly and mixed thoroughly? I'm not sure what the initial email to TM said, but if it was something along the lines of the shafts are only inserting 1 1/4" and the epoxy is failing then I can see how they might have thought the problem wasn't on their end. I guess the bottom line is that from what you are describing I don't think the problem lies with any sort of manufacturing defect on TM's part. I would just get some new epoxy, make sure everything is properly prepped and glue them back up. Then don't leave them in the trunk all summer in super hot weather

In men's league I'd go back and hit again. Any other round I probably just take net double and move on. Depends on the money game we have going on with the other guys in the group.

Me and two buddies started a for money (Calcutta) scramble a few years back. Nothing huge but we usually get up to the 6-10k range in the pot and pay out 3 places. ABCD format and then split that in to high A Low A etc. High A gets Low B, high C, low D and vice versa. Everyone tee's off but the same player can't hit a shot twice in a row. If you take A's drive then BCD hit the next one. Everyone putts except on Par 3's each have a designated putter. We try to make it as fair as possible. The biggest thing though is we play as 8-some's so there is two groups watching each other on every hole. It's the easiest way to curb cheating.

Honestly both are fantastic clubs. There's not really a wrong answer here and I would recommend either one. If you have the ability to hit both of them that's the best way to decide. Getting them fitted is even better. You may end up needing to tweak shafts, swing weight, loft/lie etc... Otherwise all things equal go based off price and budget.

Highly Highly recommend Bestgrips. Quality is amazing, has some cool "stock" covers but can custom make anything. I did a full matching set of Transformers covers prob 5 years ago and they still look and feel great with zero quality issues. I've since replaced/added a couple more fairway covers and they are also great. Zach is the owner and a great guy. All hand made in his shop in Texas. Best thing is his stock and custom head covers are the same price. https://bestgrips.com/

Cut: Even PGA Pro: Matt Dobyns

Great result Rev, happy you found something you like! Have you tried the new Ping wedge selector online tool? Of course a real fitting would probably be best, but from what I've read from people who've tried it the results are pretty spot on for a lot of people. https://wedge.webfit.ping.com/en/

Very true, I was just trying to keep it simple. I got a brand new Ventus black TR 6x folds of honor edition with an adapter but uncut for $230 when I lucked in to the right guy who was a dealer through the Facebook golf club traders group. There's definitely deals to be had but it's many times a matter of finding the right person and they don't advertise because of MSRP restrictions.

If you are looking to buy new I'm not sure it really matters where you get it. Most retailers are stuck at MSRP and not allowed to discount so it's going to be the same price just about everywhere. The used market is a different story and where the deals can be found, but also where you need to be an informed buyer. I stay away from ebay, but will buy used from golf forum classifieds sections (here and golfwrx) and also a golf club traders group on Facebook. Buying new at MSRP though can be done at any local fitter or a ton of different places online. Also if you want used but reputable without the hassle of dealing with classifieds I'd recommend mikesgolfoutlet.com

Just based on your WITB in your signature it looks like you already carry a 2i. Do you play it? Where does that end up distance wise? Like already mentioned you could look in to a 2h and see how that works out. You could also try a 3hl (basically a 4w) and see if that fills the gap. Where does your 4h in the signature fit in on your gapping as well? Then there's always the club ho in me thinking, well maybe you just haven't tried the RIGHT 3w yet ...

I wouldn't call it silly, but I agree that a match should be decided by continuing play. However tee times are limited, as is daylight. If all the sudden you have several match's going extra holes it gets harder to finish on time. I understand the need for scorecard playoffs. If everyone knew the rules going in, and technically it is based off play since you are starting with the hardest hole and comparing cards, then I don't see any issue with it. It sucks to lose that way, but I'm willing to bet if you had won that way instead we wouldn't have seen this post

Tiger was on the Today show this morning and had a great chat/interview with Carson Daly. They talked about growing up in SoCal and how Tiger never play country clubs except for some occasional tournaments. He grew up on public courses etc... After that I was hopeful he would've chosen an affordable line of clothing, but nope. Chalk this one up next to everything with a Barstool logo as things I won't be spending money on. Looks like I'll be sticking with Kirkland Signature and 32 Degrees from Costco

Strategy - Have fun, drink lots, go for everything. Rinse and repeat

There used to be one. Then they made it extra fancy with a bunch of options and everything split out by category. Then a site update broke it and it had to be taken down. I would also vote for a basic WTB section like we used to have though. I personally just liked looking through everything for sale (similar to other sites) vs having to pick different categories.

Unless you are playing in tournaments where technology is not allowed I don't see any need for a yardage book for amature golfers.