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

    in The Daily

    Posted

    Handsome tees indeed, 'divot.

     

    Since I tee my ball so low, I usually look for broken ones strewn about the tee box and use them.

    Yeah, I'm a used tee scrounge as well.  I found one of these flag tees this past winter and really liked it.  It was really special since our foursome was comprised of two Yanks and two Canadians. I tried to find some of these tees with the Canadian flag as I was going to buy a pack and give them to those guys this next winter season.

    Are drugs the golfers best friend?

    in Lessons, Drills, Mental Game, and Fitness Tips

    Posted

    Cannabidiol. It's the non-psychoactive part of marijuana. It has been shown to treat inflammation, control seizures, and a variety of other health benefits. It's 50-state legal and can be derived from marijuana as well as hemp.

     

    I eat a 10mg edible nightly. I have shoulder issues from surfing and sitting at a computer all day for work and entertainment. I have pretty much eliminated the need to take Advil/Tylenol, where before I was taking them almost daily. I am convinced about the inflammation relief, and the side effects are that it makes me sleepy. I've gotten all of my coworkers except for one to stop popping Advil/Tylenol, even one of my coworkers who was going to PT for his shoulder, admitted that CBD helps him more than anything.

     

    No long term side effects from constant use - or is it too early to know for certain? At 57, I too have frequent aches in my shoulder/neck.  I use Ibuprofen sporadically when it's really bad and know that constant use of this can have adverse effect on the kidneys.  I'm interested in this legal Cannabidiol but would want to know more about any long term issues.  I subscribe to the "no free lunch" axiom.  

    College Football

    in The 19th Hole

    Posted

    Well, as if I need state the obvious, Notre Dame :) .  Grew up watching and rooting for them with my Dad.  No one in the family attended, but we're German-Irish Catholics and that's my team. The Fighting Irish have arguably the most storied past and I believe still own the highest winning record in college football.  I also like Ohio State and Florida State.  Ohio State because I like their helmet badges, Florida State because I grew up in Florida and my brother attended FSU.  Both because I always root for state colleges when they are not playing Notre Dame.

     

    I absolutely love college football.  I rarely watch the NFL even before the latest round of non football related bullshit started (don't even get me started!). College ball has an energy level that I don't find in any other sport.  This will be a fun thread.  Thanks for starting it and "Go Irish"!!

    Former Ping Eye 2 Players

    in The 19th Hole

    Posted

    I will be a former player on the 31st when my new clubs arrive. Kind of sad actually as they are great conversation pieces.

     

    Question is...do I sell? I have twp sets so one will go bye bye.

     

    Probably missed it in another thread, but what are you switching to?  I would definitely keep one of the PE2 sets.  If I do end up changing, I'll keep mine - at least until such time that I'm certain the new clubs are keepers.

    Former Ping Eye 2 Players

    in The 19th Hole

    Posted

    @fixyurdivot

     

    I'm rooting for you to keep using your Ping Eye 2's. They've been with you for so long it seems a shame for the world to lose another Ping Eye 2 player.

     

    Just keep swing Karsten's masterpiece!

     

     

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    I see what you are doing here.  Are you by chance a psychologist?  BTW, my wife agrees with you 100%.  :lol:

    Golf gloves

    in Fashion & Style

    Posted

    MG Golf has the best deal on gloves that I can find anywhere.  And at $6 or $7, they hold up just as good or better than many gloves costing 3x as much.

     

    The Callaway, one piece, Cabretta leather gloves through Costco are $6.25 each. I used one of these for the first time this past winter and it's just now wearing out.  Perhaps I'll give the MG a try next time.  For me, it's usually the thumb that wears through first, quickly followed by the heel of the palm.  

    Former Ping Eye 2 Players

    in The 19th Hole

    Posted

    I have the G irons in my bag 5-9 irons. An i200 PW and a G400 crossover. Everyone who sees me hit the 4 iron crossover asks what it is, mostly because when I hit it it just goes and goes better than any 4 iron I've ever played, with the same or better workability. So maybe that is a compromise for you if you don't want to give up the 4 iron, but want to try something different that I would highly recommend.

     

     

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    Had not heard of these until your post.  I did mention that I'm a little behind on the latest in golf club developments, right?  :) They sure look more like an iron than the hybrids I've seen - which aesthetically I have a hard time with. 

     

    If you want the 4 iron and think it helps you game, get it.

    If you get the 4-PW set plus the 5W that gives you 10 clubs(I think maybe 11 depending on you set up).

    But you then should invest in 3-4 wedges. The PW for your new set is 45.5. I would get a 50,54,58, for sure and maybe a 64*. This then fills out you bag quite nicely. I am not sure if you have a brand loyalty to Ping(if so the glides are great IMO) but if not get fit by the same fitter and have him do a wedge gapping and wedge fitting.

     

    Four wedges in the bag  :o, I have a a hard enough time getting one to do what I ask.  With all those wedges, do you guys ever use your 8 and 9 irons?  

     

     

    LM data does not always translate to on-course performance ...  one suggestion is to find a pre-owned 6/7 iron to test on-course.   I recently picked up a second swing g400 7 iron in my specs for future testing in off-season.

     

    I like this idea and now on the hunt. The visual display on the LM, showing the final ball positions of the various clubs (in different colors) certainly was most consistent with the G400's.  I played yesterday and was hitting my PE2's nicely but, having just completed the fitting exercise, the lateral dispersion stood out a bit more.  Just buying a used G400 and then going to the range and hitting that side by side with my club would be a good next step.

    Former Ping Eye 2 Players

    in The 19th Hole

    Posted

    Interesting data but not surprising IMO.

     

    Only you can answer the question about spending the dough. Given what I see here plus what you got out of the fairway wood I would be stunned even you needed the 4 iron. Doing the numbers the distance you hit the fairway is the distance you'll hit the 4 iron.

     

    Something else to think about.

     

    You will also need to redo your wedges. :)

     

    When I went away from the Eye 2 I kept the wedges for a long time because they just slide right in to the bottom of my bag

     

     

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    He did mention the 5-PW option as well, but I've played long irons for so long my bag would look naked to me without at least a 4 (currently have a 2). Also, looking at the G400's sole/face design, I would think it a challenge to hit out of first cut?  I'm not getting what your saying with the wedges - perhaps that you started hitting longer and that required a different or other wedges?  I have only used the standard PW that came with my set.

    Former Ping Eye 2 Players

    in The 19th Hole

    Posted

    Thank you for posting your data.    IMHO, the distance gain is nice (if you gap well with wedges) and the dispersion is more important - it can be the difference between green and bunker.   I came to similar discovery in moving from PE2 to new technology after several decades.   The new tech will likely result in slightly better ball position and improved scoring opportunities (which is satisfying), but will only translate into lower scores if you can take advantage in short game (my current weakness / focus).    LM data does not always translate to on-course performance ...  one suggestion is to find a pre-owned 6/7 iron to test on-course.   I recently picked up a second swing g400 7 iron in my specs for future testing in off-season.

     

    Great idea!

     

    Updated data with ball height and dispersion.

    ForesightReport.CSV - ForesightReport.CSV.pdf

    Former Ping Eye 2 Players

    in The 19th Hole

    Posted

    Was height measured also? I'd think that a whole club, plus better dispersion coupled with more height for softer landings would make the upgrade worth it. Even at these numbers I think you've proven that the new irons are an upgrade.

     

    As far as costs vs lines - I haven't hit Ping irons since the G30 line but I know the G series were very highly reviewed.

     

     

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    Yes, max ball height was measured.  I've reached out to have that and the lateral dispersion data added. It was pretty similar to my PE2' if I recall - and ball height/soft landings has never been a challenge for me. Presuming that the lower irons data would show similar results, I suppose that is a key factor in the decision?

    Former Ping Eye 2 Players

    in The 19th Hole

    Posted

    Well fellow Golf Spy's, here are the results from today's fitting session.  Love to have the forums swing mechanics and data geeks review and comment.  Go ahead, I'm thick skinned, let me have it.  :lol:  This data was taken using the Foresight Sports GC Quad launch monitor and distance numbers are at sea level. (Note that the Mizuno JP3 was a 6 iron).  

     

    Presuming these LM systems are as accurate as they advertise, what a fantastic tool for assessing clubs!  Old news to many of you no doubt, but all pretty new to me.  I just have not stayed very current with golf industry technology in the last couple of decades.

     

    My takeaway is that the newer iron and shaft technology will yield about 10+ yards more carry and total distance.  Also, (not shown in this data) is that, with the exception of the Taylor Made M3's, lateral dispersion was less than my PE2's. 

     

    From this data and Woody's review of my swing, he feels I'm on the borderline for needing the +1/2 length and recommends I change to standard length.  The standard felt just fine to me and I was making nice contact.  

     

    I also spoke with him about my 3 wood and he immediately asked if I'd ever considered a 5 wood instead (I hadn't).  So I tested the G400 and was pretty impressed.  While I did not have my Warbird 3 to compare, I know it's usually good for about 190-200 yards.  Throwing out a couple of poor hits and that 5 wood was nearly matching that.  

     

    So now what?  The G400's will run me $112/club and he recommends 4-PW.  Is $784 (no sales tax in MT) worth 10 more yards and a little better lateral dispersion? Will this likely yield lower scoring?

     

    Some earlier posts have suggested considering previous G series irons. The thought being considerable $$ savings while still getting improved numbers.  Since the numbers between my PE2's and the irons tested today are not that significant, IMO, (or perhaps some think they are?), would opting for an older series iron not make much sense?  Decisions, decisions...

    Bill Iron Fitting Data.pdf

    Preferred Putter Grips?

    in Golf Clubs

    Posted

    The original one that came on my Ping B61 (1988).  I cannot believe how long it has lasted and still feels and looks great. While on company travel some years back, I tried another putter with the jumbo grip on it and never like the feel. I think my current putter grip will outlive me.  :)

    Former Ping Eye 2 Players

    in The 19th Hole

    Posted

    Topline happy to have your thoughts but it seems you want to argue your thoughts v. Data - I will stop at fact because we may disagree on the data.

     

    Are you familiar with the Maltby Playability chart? It provides a starting point for comparing forgiveness club to club. The Eye 2 finishes middle of the pack when you compare it to today's models - around the same as the Mizuno JPX 900 hotmetal for comparison sake.

     

    That's incredible for a club of its era. There was a reason why people of all skill levels loved it - I loved it - but modern irons are better - they are more specialized which means an individual player can find a much better fit for his or her game.

     

    While the video test was interesting and I was happy to see the Eye 2 hold its own it left out two extremely important data points. First was dispersion and second was the fact that the tester was far from an average golfer.

     

    If a guy wants to keep playing his Eye 2's great! It's when he wants to say that it's because there's nothing better that I take exception. That's a false statement.

     

    Should I really upset people by writing that very few people here have the chops to play the i200. It's rating is down in the 400''s.

     

     

     

     

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    I excited about this coming Thursday and getting some comparative data.  As I stated earlier, the G400's I tested at the Ping Demo sure did feel good, but no data.  The shop I'm going to has custom fitting equipment for; Ping, Callaway, Mizuno, Taylormade, and Tour Edge.  

     

    I am not familiar with the Maltby Playability Chart, but heard it referenced a handful of times on the forum.  I'm going to do a little i-search on it to see which irons among the brands listed above (and that this shop likely has on hand) scores highest in playability.  Would like to hear suggestions from the forum on which models of these brands you would have on the short list.

     

    I'm presuming most (all) of these "fitting systems" allow various heads and shafts to be assembled?  

    Rube Goldberg

    in The 19th Hole

    Posted

    Yeah, I've always been fascinated by these as well. They are really fun to watch and amazingly creative. Some considerable hours go into designing, constructing, and troubleshooting these machines.  We sponsored a couple of contests while I was at Boeing to promote math and science in schools - the only caveat being they had to have an aerospace element in them.

    Former Ping Eye 2 Players

    in The 19th Hole

    Posted

    I played PE2 with ZZ lite shaft in 80s and 90s.  Loved them.  Then 16 years away from game.  When I came back, I wasn't entirely satisfied with PE2 performance (and offset) as I re-learned to swing and tested other irons.  I picked up Callaway XR pro irons which have served well for 2 years.   Looking to move on from those within next 6 months.  Will look at Pings again.

     

    Sounds like quite a few of us were part of the "Ping Mania" of the 80's. I'm scheduled for a fitting with the outfit in Bozeman next week.  He uses the Foresight Sports Quad Pro system (looks to be a quality system from what I've read) and will perform physical club fit measurements, swing and ball flight data, and key swing adjustment lesson/tips for $95.  He definitely wants me to bring my PE2's to serve as comparative data and is quite confident I will see benefit from newer technology irons.  Stay tuned to see which side of the fence I fall on  :lol:.

     

    Forgot to include this review/endorsement by MGS. 

    https://mygolfspy.com/first-look-foresight-gcquad-launch-monitor/

    Former Ping Eye 2 Players

    in The 19th Hole

    Posted

    Good call Russ!! Here's the link:

     

     

    Any chance I get to "pimp" Randy at Fried Eggs is a good day!

     

    fixyerdivot, enjoy this. It will maybe shed some light on your journey. Cheers!

     

    Good review, thanks for the link. He seemed a bit surprised that 30+ year old technology matched up so closely.  Thanks @russtopherb for the suggestion.

     

     

    The guy in the video should have shafted the Eye 2 with the same shaft as the other clubs.

    Without all the irons having the same shafts, this video is not worth much. Specifically, the ZZ Lite is a brute of a stiff-rigid shaft, while the Ping AWT is relatively soft.

    Also, one of the reasons for the Eye 2/Eye 2+ popularity was its capacity and versatility for playing shots off of a wide range of lies. Playing shots from a level lie synthetic turf mat does not include this relevant factor.

    I think it's great he took the time to make a video and raise some question (s) about new vs. old, but because of the shaft differences, and the synthetic mat testing, the video falls short of being especially helpful.

     

    Anyone know if re-shafting PE2's is done very often?  Also, your comment about the zz-lite being a stiff-rigid shaft has me wondering if those are still correct for my average swing speed (98 mph)?  At the Ping Demo, testing the G400's, the fitting spec sheet provided lists "Project X 5.0"  I believe these are "regular" flex?


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