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Larryd3

 
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  1. I mainly use range time to warm up before playing. now short game is different, take time around the chipping green, practice sand shots and then time on the putting green. But for me, just banging balls on the range doesn't accomplish much.
  2. Finally posted my review of the shoes. Apologize for the delay. I'm sorry about the extra set of pictures at the end of the review, I can't figure out how to make them go away. Short version is that they are the most stable golf shoes that I've worn and the comfort is great. Really like the extra space in the toe area. Anyways, I'm open for questions.
  3. Spiked only for me. I've been testing the Sqairz shoes and they are very comfortable (and I have difficulty finding comfortable shoes) and they are extremely stable. They are somewhat heavier than spikeless but it doesn't bother me in the least.
  4. Well, we need to meet up for a round of golf. Please send me a PM and we can plan something.
  5. I'm in the Tampa Bay, FL area and haven't noticed that as an issue. I honestly haven't found any negatives with the shoes thru 7 rounds.
  6. I've played 6 rounds or so with them. I'm really liking the shoes, extremely comfortable and better stability for sure. For my feet, the extra bit of space in the toe area really improves them greatly, at least for my feet. These shoes are good enough that I'd buy another pair or 2 and replace some of my older shoes. I just haven't found any downside to them. Well built, nice looking and really comfortable.
  7. Thank you so much. And happy birthday to the others.
  8. Use whatever you're most comfortable with. I switched to left hand low years ago and it made a big difference for me. I use it for all putts. It does take a while to get used to.
  9. I actually did ask for a frogger golf towel and a couple dozen Prov1s. A driver fitting would be nice.
  10. I forgot about the laces. They just don't come undone or get loose. The rubber implants in the laces (I don't remember what they call them) really do work. The guys at Sqairz really thought all of this through.
  11. So far I've been really impressed with the shoes. And really enjoyed speaking with Bob before he sent the shoes to me. I've got to agree with above postings that these are the most stable shoes on the golf course I've ever felt. I've played them in dry conditions and thought they were good but yesterday played in the mist on some fairly wet areas of the course and never felt any slippage or concern with footing. And for me comfort is king. These felt amazing right out of the box and their socks rock. So more testing ongoing over the next weeks. I'm using these exclusively for the next few weeks. And what's cool, you can get a new set of spikes for the shoes for $5.95 which is just shipping and handling, no charge for the spikes. I don't know if you've priced soft spikes recently, but they aren't cheap so this is a great extra. Also the square toes do help with alignment, I even noticed it on the putting green. So far, 2 thumbs up! As a side note, got some ribbing from my golf buddies on several putts that I hit during our Saturday group. I sometimes have a tendency to leave putts a little short but on Saturday there weren't any short ones, several a couple feet past. Guys said it must be the shoes, you know the extra distance!!
  12. which spikes will fit adidas shoes?
  13. I'd suggest calling Jason at Sub70 golf and talk to him about what you're looking for. He's great to talk with and very knowledgeable. They also have a demo program so you can try out some clubs prior to purchasing. And they have a 60 days return policy if the clubs don't work out. Highly recommend them.
  14. I'm going to disagree on this. I thought the same until I had my putter fitting and really learned about my stroke and what type of toe hang, etc is best for me. Made a huge difference in my putting once I got the new putter. It's been in my bag for 2 years now and I haven't even looked at others which for me is really unusual. I used to think a center shafted and/or face balanced putter was best but turns out I need some toe hang so heal shafted is most effective for me. But ultimately use whatever you feel comfortable with and make putts with if that works for you.
  15. Are these the next thing in golf equipment or just hype or somewhere in between? About me, I play golf 3-4 times a week and am fortunate to live in the Tampa Bay area so golf is year-round. My handicap index hovers between 7.5 and 8.5 so usually shooting around 80 or so with some rounds in the 70s, more of those have been happening recently. Is it the shoes? My swing tempo is smooth with driver in the lower 90s. My usual ball flight is medium high with a small draw but my misses are the big high pushes that are just killers. Not sure why but every once in a while, out of the blue I get one of those. I’m not particularly long so my chipping and putting has to be good or my scores will creep into the higher 80s. For my usual shoes, I’ve been wearing Addias 360s with spikes, no spikeless ever for me. Overall, my number one priority for a set of shoes has to be comfort. My feet are fairly sensitive to certain types of shoes so when I find a kind that feel good right out of the box, I stick with those whether it is for street or golf shoes. Just a one brand and model guy. Before I received the shoes, I spent probably 30 minutes on the phone with the founder of Sqairz, Bob Winskowicz. He’s really easy to get hold off and very interesting to speak with. His passion and belief of the shoes is quickly apparent. We discussed my current shoes, shoe size and discussed my concern about comfort and fit. I (we) decided to stick with my basic size 10 shoes, although in the adidas I wear a wide but in the Sqairz just went with the 10s. Upon receipt of the shoes, they were packaged in a nice box along with a pair of their branded socks, which are really awesome by the way, the shoes and a Sqairz hat. Quick note on the socks, the right and left are differently shaped but I have trouble figuring which is which. It would be nice if they put an R and L on them to make it simple like some other golf socks that I have. The brim on the hat is square like the shoes, imagine that! It’s a really nice quality made and feeling hat. Now, back to the shoes. These things are really built well, the quality is quickly apparent. No details weren’t considered when they were designing these, even down to the shoe laces which have these rubber patches on them every so often so they really grip when tied. Not sure why nobody else has done that, at least that I’m aware of. Really just brilliant, tie them once and they are good for the round. Obviously the interesting or different thing about the shoes is the shape of them. As you’ve seen in all the pictures the toes are square. Took me a little time to get used to them but now other golf shoes just seem different looking. And talk about comfort, the extra space in the toe area makes them so comfortable, I haven’t had any comfort issues with them from the first time I put them. One of the points that Sqairz marketing is that they increase stability and will actually help you increase your swing speed and get some distance gains. For me, they are the most stable shoes I’ve every worn. I’ve worn them on dry days and rainy days and never felt a bit of slipping or feeling like I could slip. I am hitting the ball further now than a few months ago but I have no way of conclusively saying it’s the shoes, I’m going to assume that I’m just making more centered contact on my shots. Since the shoes are so much more stable, they very well could be playing a big part of all of that. I usually ride when I play, one of courses requires cart due to the distances from some of the greens to the next tee box but the other course does allow walking. I made a point of wearing these shoes for a walking round recently and had no issues. The shoes are somewhat heavier than the Adidas and other shoes that I’ve worn recently but they were so comfortable walking that I never noticed the extra weight. So for me it’s not a concern. I almost forgot to mention that Sqairz will supply you with replacement spikes for $5.95 per set (covers shipping as the spikes are free) for as long as you are using the shoes. I ordered a set to check it out and received them within a week. I think it’s a really good value since soft spikes are pretty pricey at the store. I changed mine out once so far and it was just like changing spikes on any other golf shoes. I usually soak the spikes and soles in water to loosen the grime that gets packed around the spikes before removing them. Found that trick on a YouTube video. Looks 9 out of 10 points The shape of the shoe is unusual but I got past that quickly. I’ve had a few good-natured ribbings from my golfing buddies about them at first but they’ve all asked a lot of questions about them. Once things about the shape is that the square toes really help with alignment especially on the putting green. My putting has definitely improved and I think the alignment has helped me quite a bit. Sqairz offers the shoes in black with gray trim, gray with gray, white with navy, black with red, white with red, and gray with blue. I chose the white with red trim and I’m very happy with my choice. I’ve worn them for probably 20 rounds and they have held up great. Here they are after the 20 rounds. Fit and Comfort 9 out of 10 points As I’ve mentioned several times above, the fit and comfort of these shoes is outstanding. No issues at all for me. Some may find them heavier than what they are accustomed to so that will come down to an individual’s preference. Sizes offered start at 7 and go up in ½ sizes thru 13. Their website says since there is extra width in the toe area to go down a ½ size if you’re in between or unsure. I didn’t do this and found the size 10 to be perfect for me. I’m going to give these a 9 out of 10 due to the weight even though for me it isn’t an issue. Features 20 out of 20 points The shoes are water proof and I tested this several times in wet conditions and my feet stayed dry so they live up to what the manufacturer says. Just wiped them off after the round and they cleaned up really nicely and dried fast. I mentioned the unique shoe laces above but once again they rock totally. They just won’t come loose or undone during the round, the rubber nubs on them work great. If you need replacement shoe laces, they can be ordered from Sqairz, might be a good idea to put them on other shoes to get their benefit. Playing in the Tampa Bay area on hot days, you want a shoe that doesn’t cook your feet while wearing them. I didn’t have them during the most heat of summer but we’ve had some days in the 80s and had no issues with my feet getting uncomfortable. On the soft spikes needing replacement, I’m pretty hard on spikes on all my golf shoes and these wore similarly to the Adidas shoes. On-Course Performance 25 out of 30 points As I mentioned above, the stability of these shoes is awesome. In both wet and dry conditions, I’ve had absolutely no slipping and have so much confidence in the grip of the shoes that I don’t even think about it. I’m hitting the ball more squarely and longer and really the only thing that’s changed are the shoes with no other equipment changes. Are the shoes the only reason, I doubt it but they’ve played a role in my improvements. I’ve had 4 rounds in the 70s recently with a 74 last week which is the best I’ve had in probably 20 years. Also, my putting has improved a lot which I attribute some of to the Sqairz design which aids in alignment. It’s really hard to pinpoint one thing that has caused my improvements but it’s happened during the time I’ve been wearing the Sqairz so they have to get some credit. Has my swing speed increased or is my clubface contact better? I don’t have a way to measure club head speed and no access to a launch monitor but I’m definitely getting many more centered hits and the shots are more consistent and somewhat longer. The stability of the shoes gives me the confidence to swing faster and go after the shots better which is paying off in lower scores. Miscellaneous 10 out of 10 points The little things are important and with Squarz being able to speak with the founder/owner of the company is so important. He’s very interesting to speak with and passionate about the product. The packaging was great including the pair of socks and the hat, extras that were unexpected but appreciated. Play it or Trade it? 20 out of 20 points These shoes have played a part in my improving and have given me more confidence to play my best. I have no regrets at all to wear these shoes and will be purchasing an additional pair in the near future. The price $199.97 is more than what I pay for shoes, I’m more in the $125-$150 range but for me, these are worth the extra money. Conclusion 93 out of 100 points After having these shoes for several months now, they are the real deal. I can’t say that they gave me 2.2 MPH increase in swing speed or driver distance of 8.8 yards more as they advertisements state but I have noticed an increase in distance and am definitely hitting the ball more centered in the club face and gained some length and accuracy. My confidence has improved tremendously and my putting is much better, I attribute to the design of the shoes and assisting in alignment. If the price point isn’t a sticking point for you, I highly recommend giving them a try. I haven’t regretted it and I don’t think you will either. To answer my question at the beginning of this post, I think the shoes fall much more towards the next best thing in golf, they are not just hype but really perform.
  16. curious if the clubs are the same length as your old ones and as noted above, have the lie angles checked.
  17. very seldom. would be highly unusual for me to have the same score on both 9s.
  18. Hit: Callaway Mavrik driver. I see so many of them in the bags at our club. Seems everybody but me is playing one. Guess I need to try one out at some point and looks like a $100 price decrease now. Also another plus this is year are Sub70 clubs.
  19. The way I learned about them and what's best for me was during a putter fitting on a SAM lab at Club Champion. Well worth the cost.
  20. Saturday round started off bad with a 46 on front nine with 5s on 2 par 3s, then recovered with 40 on the back 9. Sunday was much better 38 on front nine with 1 birdie, 1 double and 1 bogie and then pooched the back 9 with a 41 including a total blowup on a 104 yard par 3 with a 5 and another double bogey due to sculling an easy chip shot over the green. Then went back out for another 9 and shot 38. My game is all between my ears unfortunately.
  21. another golf towel suggestion that I'd like personally would be a frogger golf towel. https://www.froggergolf.com/products/amphibian-towel/?attribute_pa_color=blue&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&utm_campaign=shopping&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIyPfFzbqH7QIVMPLjBx37VwRhEAQYAyABEgL2hvD_BwE As others have noted, stay away from golf balls unless you can find out for sure what type and model balls he plays. Guess you could give him $50 gift card to one of the big golf shops and he could buy the golf balls of his choosing.
  22. I think if you called up the Scotty custom shop and asked them if you send in a putter that turns out to be a fake, will they return it or trash it, you'll get the answer. I honestly don't know, just have heard it from numerous sources that companies will not return fakes.
  23. Downside is that if it's fake, believe they will destroy it. But a coa should add some value for resell. Also the custom shop is backed up right now, I sent a putter for restoration and a coa and it look like 5 months. not sure on just the timing for a coa though.
  24. I really like my Vessel 14 way stand bag. It's not the lightest, nor cheapest but really a nice bag. The white/black one would look great with the covers you described. or even the all black one.
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