Barley Spargewater

Great question! I dropped a 19 deg hybrid for a 5w, pulled my 3w and replaced it with a TM mini driver. This fixed some gapping issues at the top of my bag. I also got new irons and made a few tweaks to make my gapping of the scoring clubs more in line with the rest of the bag.

I have the OG Skytrak and the SC200. I like both for what they do. I love the ease and portability of the SC200. The ST is great for my garage simulator. The range and play and improve package are really good and are pretty accurate. My only complaints are that E6 does not play well with my unit and I have a lefty in my house so game play is a pain to switch and align every time. I will probably replace it in the next couple years with the Bushnell LP or Golfzon wave. The LP doesn't solve the lack of ambidexterity but it is more simple to flip around. The subscription price is similar to ST but I don have to rely on 3rd party software.

I just got lucky and found a Tm 300 Mini at 11.5 with a Diamana 60S+ (stiff) in very good condition with the headcover in the used club bin at my local golf discount store. Marked 200, they gave it to me for 180, plus another $20 off for a veteran discount. So out the door for 160. Incredible deal. I bought it thinking I may flip it on Ebay....Then I hit it. You will have to take it out of my cold dead hands. HA!

If you have been playing this game for a while, you probably have a few clubs that are still in your bag but shouldn't be, or you wish you still had for no reason other than reminiscing and reflecting. I have 3, but today, I will focus on Maria ( Named after Jose Maria Olazabal). The first is MacGregor TOURNEY 608 Tour Forged PMB 60° Chrome Wedge. I loved that thing. It was perfect. It was just right. Feel, grind, look, playability. I felt like Seve or Jose. Not lie too tight or pin too short sided. ( I was wrong of course, but that is what I thought). It was a sad day when I had to admit the grooves were more of an implication and a reality. I have never had another that came close. What is your nostalgia club?

Not gonna lie, I have hit the current PXG line up and it is as good/better than anything out there in my area of needs. I would have to say PXG is my first with Srixon and Titleist as very close second. If we have to say full line-up with the ball and soft goods too, then it is Titleist all day.

Current irons 9i is 149 carry on the nose 151.5 total (regular green conditions. This will vary with temp and humidity, moisture, score on the last hole, how mad I am at the group in front of me, beer/hotdog/water intake ratios... you know, the usual stuff.

Good morning all. I am testing out the True Stroke Putting Trainer for MGS. The practice thread seemed like an appropriate place to share this. I love gadgets so this should be a fun one. Here is a link to the the thread and my intro and testing plan post.

Congrats! I cant wait to read the reviews and tester experience!

In general, lower compression balls tend to be lower spin than their counterparts. For instance, Pro V1 is spins less than Pro V1X. The AVX is an excellent choice as well. Personally, I really like the Srixon XV. It isn't the longest ball out there but I like the spin profile it gives me off of longer clubs while maintaining a lot of green side control. Having said all that, you really need to Check out the MGS Ball test and buyers guide. Your question is a big one and there are a lot of factors that you need to consider and then probably test for yourself. Your swing speed, delivery, course conditions, budget, etc. all will play a role in your decision.

Hi everyone, I recently commented on another thread and thought it may be a good idea to start a new one specific to practice games/drills etc. My focus tends to be on working with my own kids and players. Here are a couple of putting games that I like to do with my kids. 3, 10 putt rounds each of 3',4'.....8' The most makes each round wins a quarter. The overall winner of the 3 rounds gets a dollar. Ties are pushed. It is fun and adds a lot pressure. My 3 girls get into some heated battles! Horse: I place alignment stick in the green at 3' intervals and then slide a pool noodle over the stick. I generally make 4 -5 three foot spaces. Starting at 6' from the first noodle, the kids call their space. Standard "HORSE" rules apply. Wagon wheel: We set up tees in a 4' -6' circle around a hole. Player 1 attempts the first putt. If they make it they get to keep going. (Go till you miss.) If you miss you must make the comebacker to stay in your spot. If you 3 putt, you move back. It is now the next person's turn. The first person to complete the circle wins.

In the winter, my daughters and I like to play a putting game. WE start at 3' and have 3 rounds of 10 putts. We track how many they make each round. Winner of each round gets a quarter. Winner of all 3 rounds gets a dollar. We repeat this in 1 foot increments to 8' It get s expensive but it is fun. I like it because it is adding a little pressure to their putts. Tomorrow we will do speed work and long clubs on the simulator.

I know it is petty, but I hate it when people sit in their carts and fill out the score card while sitting by the green. DUDE! Just do this on the tee box. I actually get a kick out the "excuse on every shot" guy as long as they aren't slowing things down.

I would add that investing in something like a swing caddie SC200 is a good idea too. Not only is it super portable, and easy to use, it is also pretty darn accurate. If you have and use some sort of personal launch monitor, you can have a much better idea of your tendencies going in to the fit. Quantifiable data that provides a baseline is a pretty helpful tool for you, the fitter, and your overall game. Knowing your numbers will only make you better. Think of it as having the Carfax printed off before you negotiate on a used vehicle. Just my 2 cents.

Try this out. Seriously best I have tried and the price is amazing Here is a pic of my kid standing on the mat. it is 5'x10' but you cant see it all in the image. I got mine for under $400 shipped plus they gave a me a veteran's discount. It takes a regular tee, no fatigue, and poor strikes are punished accordingly. https://www.allturfmats.com/product-p/5x10ttgolf-atm.htm

Hi all, I put in a Skytrak with an 8x10 bay. As typical, I laid down a couple layers of puzzle mat , covered it with AstroTurf from HD an started the search for my mat. I tried a few before I got it right and I thought I would share it here to maybe save some time and money for you. I ended getting the 5'x10' tee line turf from Allturf in Georgia. This is designed to be used outdoors on the backside of grass hitting areas at the range. I couldn't believe the price ($391!!) and quality. It will take a regular tee, super comfortable to hit from (no soreness) and it reacts appropriately to your contact. By that I mean, if you hit it fat, you can feel it and the ball flight is affected accordingly! Shipping was fast and they even gave me a veteran's discount. I could not be happier with the product, service, and overall customer experience. Here is the link! https://www.allturfmats.com/product-p/5x10ttgolf-atm.htm