Golf Dawg

I’m currently carrying a 3W, 5W and 3H to see what works best in combination

I currently have an SC200 Plus, upgrading from the first version. If money were no object I’d have Rapsodo MLM2PRO. I’ve had some issue with my SC 200 Plus with accurate readings lately. I need to reset it and try again.

As a ‘putter ho,’ I’ve amassed a decent collection over the years. Some that didn’t work with me were sold. I’ve paid in the $200-$300 for quality, pre-owned SCs and Toulons. Given the importance of the putter, I could see justifying more if fitted with a specific $$$ putter.

My dog ate my Smart Ball…

BEST: 1 Mizuno JPX 919. Custom fitted birthday present from my bride. 2 Srixon Soft Feel balls. Work great and love them off club faces. 3 Vokey SM 7 wedges and online fitter. Still not consistent, but work better than stock set or “gimmick wedges” (see below). 4 ANY Sun Mountain golf bag. 5 Cliqgear 3.0+ cart - pimped out, with Alphard Golf Club Booster V2. The only way to fly for a push cart mafioso! WORST: 1 “Gimmick wedges,” including Callaway, Tour Edge, and *gulp* The Alien. They didn’t help my short game. 2 Recycled golf balls. YRMV, but don’t work for me. 3 Too many golf “how to” books. Bought most of the biggies, screwed my mind into my shoulders. Still seek consistency by mantra now is “just hit the ball.” 4 Cheap golf gloves. ‘Nuff said. 5 Go Golf Skechers (1st gen). Clunky, hot, no arch support and NOTHING like Go Walk versions for comfort.

I switched to Golf Pride CP2 Pro midsize three years ago. I like the solid feel and tackiness. I like Winn for the ‘padding,’ but found a SS that’s similar and cheaper. I’ve had SS 3.0 putter grip forever!

My 2015 GBB 10.5* remains the solid gamer. Have Epic Flash, XR and a 12.5* 2015 GBB on the shelf. None of them compare, or are as consistent for me.

I’ve had two pair of FJs with BOA for over three years now. I’ve never had an issue with either pair, and love that they’re easy to use and stay snug. I will only consider discounted shoes with BOA laces now. I’m completely sold!

My three rescue pups. Roscoe, Cammie, and Margie.

Done. TW is the ultimate golf influencer. His clothing brand grew from design and quality. Why not rebrand and fill closets with NEW items. Logo is unique and will become easily identifiable. Makes perfect brand sense.

I grew up on this course in the 70’s. My parents bought a house off the member’s 14th green (#4 for the event). Ironically, Tony Jacklin bought that house from the folks who bought it from my folks. I wasn’t into the CC snobfest, but played JR club and HS events there. I also brushed tennis courts and worked on the groundskeeper crew in those days (much to the dismay of the silver spoon spawn I knew). It was nice to see the improvement, especially removing the pines for coquina areas (less likely to find a snake when the pine straw was gone). Seeing the cart path on #6 reminded me when two ladies drove their cart over a sunning gator, right by the red tees! . The bridge from #5 to #6 was after my time. You used to be able to drive between the pond and green to #6. It was a mixed bag for me down memory lane, but I was glad to see amother great Donald Ross course made even better and shown off, for her century anniversary.

My SC 5.5M has been the most consistent gamer. However, being a putter ho, I have a bunch of options. In December, on a whim, I pulled out a Bobby Grace (not McGregor) “The Fat Lady Swings,” 35” with original grip and knit cover. Not wanting to lose the original issue specs, I took off the grip and replaced it with a SS 3.0+, leaving it at 35” (2” longer than my “fit size.”). I putt more upright, which helps my cranky back, with the heel up. Being more upright keeps my arms and elbow more in a pendulum format - another bonus! Now, all I need to do is determine pace, load, lock and putt. My lags are better, hindered only by the pace. So far, so great!

I would rather walk for the health of it. I’m considering a motorized bag cart, but already have an equipped Cliqgear 3.5. Does anyone use an Alphard on their Cliqgear 3.5? If so, what do you think about the setup - good and bad?

I think “fun” is dependent on age, ability and competitive nature. When you’re younger, ability and competitive nature should be at their highest level - with one or both likely declining with age. That said, “fun” is what you make it. If you golf for exercise, friends and “mental floss,” “fun” should be easy. On the other hand, if you’re focused on performance/outcome than pleasure - YRMV.

Having done both, I feel there are advantages to both. Obviously, private lessons are focused, but there is synergistic benefit in group sessions. I tend to learn from my questions, as well as questions from others - that I didn’t think of. Seeing others try the same technique also helps to reinforce the lesson, even if they aren’t “getting it.” Seeing others perform/correct flaws helps me get the point.