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Just because of the time of year.

[What sport or hobby did you give up to focus on Golf?]

I’ve golfed off and on for many years. I never really dedicated a lot of time to it. But in 2019 my job was eliminated and that afforded me the opportunity of time. I’m now semi-retired, working 40 hours a month. I decided to give more time to golf and this year purchased a Monday thru Thursday membership at a local course. My wife encouraged it. I dabble in photography. When I lived in the Pacific Northwest, I was 10 minutes from the Boeing factory and Paul Allen’s Flying Heritage Museum so I’d spend time there taking pictures. 

[What Have You Bought Lately? (CHA - Club Ho's Anonymous)]

11 minutes ago, Tom D. said:

Beware the drug dealer offering free samples, or the printer manufacturer almost giving away the printer.  They get you addicted so you are on the hook for more drugs / ink cartridges / ongoing Arccos subscription fees.  I'll stay with Shot Scope which does not charge me anything after I've initially purchased the device and sensors.

I plan on canceling prior to the end of the free trial.

[Berg Ryman goes on a Putter Quest]

37 minutes ago, Berg Ryman said:

The post is coming later... I like it, I like it alot.

Will the opening of your post include a food review?

[What Have You Bought Lately? (CHA - Club Ho's Anonymous)]

It appears that I will be becoming an Arccos Caddie user. I have several Ping clubs in my bag and I got an email from Ping offering 14 free sensors for qualifying clubs. You submit your email address and the serial number of one of your Ping clubs. In my case I used the serial number from my G410 Crossover. That qualified me for the sensors and 45 days of Arccos Caddie. I was curious about the program so this I good shot at trying it out. I may invest in the Caddie Link now.

[What Have You Bought Lately? (CHA - Club Ho's Anonymous)]

In an attempt to get more sun protection this season I’ve joined team bucket hat. I went with an offering from the folks at Random Golf Club. And it made me think of a favorite hymn from church. 

[FW / Hybrid fitting scheduled for Friday the 19th]

On 3/5/2021 at 10:24 AM, bens197 said:

This won't reach BergRyman status but I feel pretty cool being able to share the experience...besides, the reward is a new club so, win win right?

I'm hoping to get a couple swings with the new Tensei Orange Raw to see how that plays / feels.  

@Berg Ryman has set the bar rather high on fitting reports, starting with the restaurant review.

[Happy Cameron Phantom X 2021 Order Day]

Thanks. I tried the 2020 Special Select at the Clay store but I’m a mallet player and they didn’t have any of the Phantom putters. I was thinking of taking a drive to Turning Stone.Oh and I just learned where Golf Galaxy is located. LOL

[Happy Cameron Phantom X 2021 Order Day]

I’ve been eyeing the Phantom X 11 but I’m also considering the 2019 X7.5 . What’s the general consensus between the aluminum face/body versus the stainless steel one? At this point I’m waiting until they hit my local store so I can compare them. I tend to like a softer feeling putter.

[What Have You Bought Lately? (CHA - Club Ho's Anonymous)]

7 minutes ago, Grand Stranded said:

Two days in a row of banging drivers, yesterday at a demo day featuring PXG, Callaway, Ping and Taylormade, and again today at the PGASS testing yesterday’s winner against the Cobra Rad XB I ordered a week ago.

I ended up canceling the Cobra order and took home a 10.5* Epic Max with Hazardous Smoke i-10 5.5 50g shaft. 

After using my gift card balance I could have gotten it for nothing out of pocket if I traded my G400 Max, but that club is a security blanket for me, and no way I was going to give it up for $125.

I can’t part with my G400 Max even after reading the Most Wanted Driver report. 

[Coffee Bar - French Press, Pour Over or Perk?]

2 hours ago, bens197 said:

Thanks Sam...I’ll definitely check these out. I was rotating between this, Counter Culture “big trouble” and the occasional Tim Hortons just because. I’ve always loved good black coffee and as I age I’d prefer to use money I’d spend on beer or other non essentials on a good cup. I discovered Peet’s on accident on a family trip / wedding to SF Bay. The Air BnB had a communal, non-perishable leftover policy that allowed us to try the prior tenants coffee preferences. That happened to be Major Dickason’s blend and the rest is history.  We were waking up drinking coffee to this view...(this is sunset but you get the point) 

 

 

Major Dickinson is a regular in Costco. I used to get it but I’m the only coffee drinker and it took me awhile to get through it. A few years ago Costco would roast coffee in stores. They stopped due to fires I believe. It was super fresh and amazing. After discovering that coffee drunk closest to its roasting date is the best I decided to try local in smaller bags. No going back. 

[Coffee Bar - French Press, Pour Over or Perk?]

I found a local roaster, FoJo Beans, when I volunteered at the Military Courtesy Room at Hancock Airport. They have a blend I’ve become addicted to, Dirty Morning. They describe it as a Radical Roast Blend of coffee the Americas and Indonesia. It’s my go to coffee. 

[Cooking]

3 hours ago, bens197 said:

Good to know, I love the west coast.  I have family in Alameda, Napa and my brother just moved back east from Oakland.

There's a couple more CNY guys here most notably @Berg Rymanif you weren't aware.  I'm a LeMoyne grad living in Rochester, if we can ever organize a round in the Cuse we'll send it out.

My parents and one of my sisters are in Sacramento. My other sister and son are in Southern California. 

I discovered @Berg Ryman through his exceptional putter post. 

I’m also a grad from a Jesuit school, Regis University in Denver.

A round would be great if you don’t mind playing with a hacker .

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2 hours ago, bens197 said:

I’ve only been there once in college and the pizza was incredible  

Another Upstate / CNY golfer . For some reason I focused on your photo and thought you were in the Bay Area. 

I was born and raised in the Bay Area, lived in the Seattle area for 17 years and now live in CNY. Utica Pizza has a restaurant in North Syracuse.

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4 hours ago, bens197 said:

Had some writers block with my work menu. I’m normally very ambitious and go overboard with work meals. Last night was not one of those menus. Chicken parm meatballs with Utica Riggie sauce for sketts. 
 

 

4 hours ago, bens197 said:

Had some writers block with my work menu. I’m normally very ambitious and go overboard with work meals. Last night was not one of those menus. Chicken parm meatballs with Utica Riggie sauce for sketts. 
 

Had Vodka Riggies from Utica Pizza the other night

[WITB - Headcover Edition]

5 hours ago, tchat07 said:

As you can see I enjoy my custom covers. These are all from brands instead of being made by a specific custom cover group. You've got Oahu Golf Apparel, Almigos and Oak & Anchor.

Sent from my SM-G950U using MyGolfSpy mobile app
 

Ohh, I forgot about Almigos. I have one of their ball markers. They did a “In-n-Out Burger” looking putter cover that looked awesome. 

[WITB - Headcover Edition]

I just finished reading the MGS article on custom headcovers. They didn’t mention the company that I purchased my headcovers from, Rose & Fire. That got me thinking that there must be a lot of small companies doing some really cool things with headcovers. I thought it would be cool to see the various offerings available in this area. So here are the headcovers in my bag. All from Rose & Fire. I have a couple of leather ones and a couple of cordura ones. I’m a native Californian and a veteran. That’s what influenced my choices.

[Cooking]

9 minutes ago, sirchunksalot said:

Sous vide ribeye with mashed potatoes and corn tonight. I also did pork chops for my wife. The steak turned out so tender and juicy. 

I have been long tempted by sous vide but have yet to take the plunge. No pun intended (ok so maybe there was a bit of pun intended) Did you finish it on the grill?

[Cooking]

Lasagna ready for the oven tonight. 

[Berg Ryman goes on a Putter Quest]

This thread is epic. Berg’s write up was well worth the wait. I may have take a ride just for the burgers. When my game gets better I will have to make an appointment for a putter fitting and will ask for John. Thanks for sharing your experience Berg. I loved the interaction within the community. I enjoyed the write up after clearing snow from 90 feet of driveway.

[Berg Ryman goes on a Putter Quest]

This is like watching TV when I was a kid. Episode cliffhanger and having to wait a week for the next episode. No bingeing shows. My prediction. Berg will wake up, look in the shower where he see’s his faithful Nickent Pipe and announce it was all a dream. (God please let someone be old enough to get that reference.)

[What are you listening to?]

I’ve been revisiting my youth with some Cheap Trick. I saw them live in Oakland, CA.

[What Have You Bought Lately? (CHA - Club Ho's Anonymous)]

Not sure if this belongs here but I just mailed a check for my first golf course membership. Dipping my toe in the water. I’m semi-retired and purchased a Monday - Thursday membership. My wife told I better get my check sent. 

[What equipment are you thinking about?]

I will be replacing my Dynacraft driving iron with a New Level Golf NLU-01 driving iron. Just waiting for the call from McGolf Custom Clubs that the head is in.

[What Have You Bought Lately? (CHA - Club Ho's Anonymous)]

I just received my clubs from the club builder with my newly installed BB&FCo ferrules. They look fantastic. They may not improve my game but at least after a bad shot I can look at them and feel good.