[What Have You Built Recently?]

35 minutes ago, StrokerAce said:

for those interested in swapping out ferrules I thought this was a great description of how to do it.
He doesn't use any fancy/expensive tools (i.e. belt sander) except for what he calls a "hotbox". I hadn't even heard of such a thing; I just boil some water on the stove and dunk the ferrules in a glass bowl. The water isn't hot enough to melt them but hot enough to soften them up.

 

I always like his video's

[Any tips for someone looking to regrip their own clubs]

15 minutes ago, dlygrisse said:

using a heat gun is a game changer. 

I always used a heat gun and it was still a pain.  I just hated it.

[Any tips for someone looking to regrip their own clubs]

37 minutes ago, Statuskuo02 said:

Removing and cleaning off the residue from the old grip tape is the toughest part.  Using a heat gun helps a lot with this.....

This is the part that I hated so much!!  Doing that 13 times just made me crazy.  This is one of the main reasons I switched to blowing them on.

[Any tips for someone looking to regrip their own clubs]

16 hours ago, jayyarr said:

second video is also super helpful. I have been playing MCCs for a couple years now so looks like solvent is the move....

I play MCC+4 and have not had any issues with twisting.  I do use 2 layers of build up tape.  And it's not a thin tape.  I know that some mention using blue painters tape.  From my checking, the blue and plain masking tape seems to range from 4 to 5 mill thick.  

The stuff I use from GW is 15 mil, and I use two layers.

 

[Any tips for someone looking to regrip their own clubs]

You don't need a big expensive compressor.  A simple tire inflator will work.  Or a cheap harbor freight compressor.  I have a large compressor for woodworking, etc.  But I have this one that I use at  boat storage for tires.  https://www.harborfreight.com/air-tools-compressors/air-compressors-tanks/3-gallon-13-hp-110-psi-oil-free-hot-dog-air-compressor-57572.html  It will do the job for  grip for sure.  They go on sale from time to time.  And I got mine in the bargain bin for $30 I believe.  It just has a leaking fitting.  A little Teflon tape and it was fixed.

I like blow on for the simplicity to remove and install.  I used solvent for years.  I finally got sick of removing the old double sided tape each time I needed new grips.  Or If I needed to work on a club and reuse the grip (did this often trying various putter grips.  It is just so much easier.  I can blow off a grip and add a second layer of build up tape and test it out.  If I don't like it, I can blow it off, remove the tape and put it back on.

 

[What Shot Tracking System Do You Use?]

Arccos w/link for several years.

[Sam's Club Golf Gloves]

I tried a set once, still have 3 left.  Didn't wear it long enough to check durability.  I just find them to be undersized and overly tight.  I wear XL and these were tight and uncomfortable.  I lost if mid round some where (maybe a subconscious, "get rid of this glove" move) and threw the other 3 in the closet.  I also found the Costco gloves to be undersized as well and have not tried them again either.

The best low cost glove that I have found are the MaxFli Tour Glove.  They can be had for $20 for 2.  Not too bad a price.

[LAB Putters? Yea or Nay]

Hey all you DF3 owners.  I need a favor.  I'm still waiting on my putter to finish production and deliver.  In the mean time I'm looking at some alternative head covers.

Would anyone of you with a DF3 mind measuring the overall dimensions of the head.  Basically the "face width", "face thickness", "depth from face to back" and finally "face to center of shaft"

Thanks in advance!

[DO NOT BUY SKYTRAK]

I only see 2 listing for this with the protector on Amazon.  They both are the same.  "Ships from Amazon" , "Sold by SkyTrak Golf" and "Free Returns".

Sometimes what suppliers send to Amazon may be missing something, stuff happens, nobody's perfect.  But the situation is still the same, pack it up and submit a return.  Take it to your local Kohls, UPS or whatever options you have and send it back.  The refund will be processed within a day at worst.

Or you can submit it as an exchange.  Send it back and they'll send a replacement.  For the most part Amazon is pretty easy to deal with when stuff like this happens.  It is really important for their business model to make returns and exchanges easy.  That is why so many people shop Amazon.

[DO NOT BUY SKYTRAK]

Box what you received up and send it back and they'll refund your money.

[Painting / Wrapping Shafts]

2 hours ago, mongo312 said:

It would be cool if someone had a shrinkable vinyl wrap for golf shafts

https://www.shaftskinz.com/

https://shaftskins.com/

https://shaftwraps.com/

Im sure there are others as well.

[What Is Your Next Planned Golf Equipment Purchase?]

I have a LAB DF3 on order, hope to have it at the end of April.  Sold a bunch of unused gear and putters to pay for it.  It better be good as this is the most Ive ever spent on a putter.

I'm also planning on a Vessel Player IV Pro DXR 14-way for my birthday in June.

[Mizuno 221 4 iron possibly broken?]

The shaft is bent.  It will need to be replaced.

[LAB Putters? Yea or Nay]

20 minutes ago, cnosil said:

Some of the grips are designed for specific putters based on the built in shaft lean.  In a face on video, they can see how much forward lean you add.  Virtual fitting is just measuring angles.  

I get that, but the fitting does not ask for a face on shot, down the line only.

[LAB Putters? Yea or Nay]

9 minutes ago, StrokerAce said:

One thing I didn't realize is that the grip is also fit. There is a tilt in number of degrees depending on how much forward press you use. I have to say, these are very meticulously built and customized EXACTLY for you.

And I'm wondering how they make this judgment in the online fitting based on the short down the line video you send them.  Or is it up to me to decide which grip to choose.

[LAB Putters? Yea or Nay]

I did the online fitting submittal, still waiting on the feedback.  I went ahead and placed an order for a DF3.  I think it have played with one every time I see one in the golf store.  Each time I think this is the putter for me.  I hope I'm not making a mistake, this is a lot of money to invest in a putter.

[What is your driver for 2024?]

Callaway Rogue ST Max LS 9 degree set to +2 draw.  Fujikura Ventus Blue 6X Velocore

[Would you rather... Masters edition]

Have to go with play!

[Shout out to TaylorMade for the free 2024 TP5/TP5x samples]

Not yet, mine just arrived yesterday.  I may put some in play next week.

[What Golf Technology Do You Use On The Course?]

Arccos Caddie and sensors with Link for shot tracking.  Nikon Coolshot Stabilized range finder.  I have a Garmin G80 that I rarely use, but find the Arccos Caddie is good enough of a GPS.  I like to see the hole layout, distances to hazards off the tee.  After thank just range finder to the flag.

[A medicore golfer's unoffical Kirkland Signature Driver review]

20 minutes ago, fezzerino said:

It’s definitely eligible for a refund, but replacement seems out of the question while the driver has been out of stock for some time. 

My response was to the warranty question.  

[A medicore golfer's unoffical Kirkland Signature Driver review]

Costco has the most generous return policy.  They'll refund or replace it, your choice.

[Upgrading from Kirkland - recommendations]

If you have a Sam's Club membership, the Vice Pro is a comparable ball with lower spin and more distances.  You can get them 24 balls for $50.

[What Is On Your Golfing Bucket List?]

My list is to play at least 9 holes in each of the 50 states.  I am up to 19 states.  I retired 1 1/2 years ago and need to get busy playing.  Hoping to get in at least 10 states this year.  Of course Alaska and Hawaii will be the hardest 2 to get.

[What is your go to grip - irons / woods / hybrids?]

Right now it is GP MCC+4 red/white teams.  With 2 wraps of tape, blown on.  All 13 full swing clubs.