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    Any Ray Cook wedge Love?

    in Golf Clubs

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    About a year into playing I picked up some Ray Cook wedges (52 and 60 degree) and have been gaming them since. I really like them and have since added a TM milled grind 56 degree. From the TM milled grind to either of my Ray Cook's I can't tell much of a difference in them when it comes to performance and feel. Any other Ray Cook wedge users out there? What has your experience been with them?

    Club Head Coming Off?

    in General Q&A

    Posted

    22 minutes ago, Kenny B said:

    It sounds like the shafts were not prepared properly when assembled.  This same issue was discussed a couple of months ago, so it does happen.  See...

    https://forum.mygolfspy.com/topic/38017-ferrule-creepwhy/?tab=comments#comment-623925

    The Jaskanski post in this thread describes what can be done.  He's the expert.  It has to be done carefully to not damage the ferrule.  It doesn't take much heat to soften the ferrule, and anything you grip it with can leave marks.

    If you can't get it back in place and secured or the ferrule is damaged, then the head will need to be pulled, a new ferrule put on and the head re-installed.  It's not difficult if you have the tools and knowledge, but if not done right, a graphite shaft can be ruined.  Steel is easier.  If you are not comfortable with it, might be worth seeking a qualified golf repair shop.

    Thank you so much for the response this is really helpful. Now to get some epoxy!

    Why can't I get any spin on the ball?

    in General Q&A

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    51 minutes ago, PlaidJacket said:

    Improving ones game is always a good thing. However, as a 25 hcp player what you're asking about would usually be considered a more advance skill. Here's my advice. Work on other more basic skills (low hanging fruit) and advance from there as your scores/handicap begins to lower. Just one man's opinion.

    IMO it generally boils down to how you strike/make contact with the ball. And the lie you're playing from. I urethane ball will spin easier than say a surlyn. Tight lie more spin - fluff not so much. I'm not a spinner of the ball most of the time by choice. But depending on the desired shot I can spin the ball +/- when I want. Usually. For example if I'm playing an approach and I need the ball to stop rather quickly; I'll try and "Pinch" it some thereby imparting more spin. Around the green I might choose to nip the ball a little to create some extra spin as opposed to stroking it and letting the ball run out. Spinning the ball can be a double-edged sword. It takes practice and skill to be able to control it on demand. Like all things golf and for me... some days I have it and some I don't.

    I understand. Thank you for the response! I believe I will revisit this when I have my game more under control. 

    Why can't I get any spin on the ball?

    in General Q&A

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    45 minutes ago, The 19th Hole said:

    First question would have to be what ball are you playing and how hard are the greens on the course you play? On some courses the greens are so hard nobody can get it to check.

    Since I am a ball-finding fiend I usually play with found Pro-V1's but if not I regularly use either the Callaway Chromesoft, or the TM TP5. I guess I am not sure how hard the greens are I play on! 

    Club Head Coming Off?

    in General Q&A

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    12 minutes ago, Kenny B said:

    It may not be easy.  If it is, then just place a little epoxy between it and the clubhead.  If not, it's easy to damage the ferrule.  Might be best to take it to someone to repair, if you aren't comfortable with do it.

    Is the shaft steel or graphite?

    The shaft with my hybrid is graphite. I have been noticing this a little on my newer irons as well which are steel. 

    Club Head Coming Off?

    in General Q&A

    Posted

    5 minutes ago, cnosil said:

    Is the clubhead loose or is the ferrule rising up the shaft? Without seeing the club it isn’t easy for us to diagnose. Don’t try to twist the head because if the epoxy has failed you could damage a graphite shaft.

    If the ferrule might be rising up the shaft would this be an easy fix with just pushing it back down to the club head? Not home right now to confirm this but your reply is giving me some slight hope right now. 

    Warm-up?

    in Lessons, Drills, Mental Game, and Fitness Tips

    Posted

    It is easy sometimes to forget that golf is a physical sport. I've been of the mindset that warming up before a range session or a round is key to playing your best. But sometimes, either due to arriving later to a tee time or a rushed range session, it gets missed. Do you guys warm-up too? Is this something that you find you don't need as much with golf? Am I hurting my game by not doing a warmup in these cases?

    Club Head Coming Off?

    in General Q&A

    Posted

    I've started to notice that the head of my hybrid seems to be pulling away from the ferrule of the club. The space between the two has started to get noticeably bigger the past couple days. Should I be taking this in to get repaired? I don't want my club head to go flying on a random shot and lose it. Or worse, hit someone.

     

    For the Love of the Walk

    in General Q&A

    Posted

    Hey everyone,

    When I first picked up golf I despised walking a full 18 due to not have a bag with good straps or a stand. A cart was convenient, easy. Finally, almost three years later after picking up the game my fiancée gifted me a new golf bag with great straps and stand. A major upgrade over my thrifty Goodwill bag! And for the first time in my extremely young golf life, I found my love of the walk. For so long, I always thought a cart was superior and walking was just a hassle. I could not have been more wrong. Who knew a good bag could turn me into such a walking fiend. Besides my own philosophy of walking keeps your legs activated and ready for the next shot I love being outdoors. Although it is more of a pedicured nature walk, I'll take any time when I can hear the birds chirping and the person a hole away swearing at another duffed iron shot. 

    I feel like I may be alone in my thinking as a lot of my friends who golf always want to take a cart. What does everyone else prefer? 

    Best wedge to chip with?

    in General Q&A

    Posted

    4 hours ago, TimoTe said:

    There are a couple, or a thousand, schools of thought on chipping. 

    1. One club with different length swings to control distance - like the clock system
    2. Two or three, maybe 4, swings and use the club for a distance with one of those swings - like putt stroke, 1/4 stroke, 1/2 swing = interval system

    The answer is what you feel more confident to get you closer to the hole more often. 

    1. One club Clock system - popular with Dave Pelz, is to pick a club you like to use around the greens and learn how far it goes with varying lengths of backswing as if your lead arm is the hour hand on a clock. 6 is the address position, 7 is slightly back, 8 is about 1/4 swing, 9 is left arm parallel to the ground and so on. The typical execution of the shot is to control the length of the backswing and follow through equal amounts, and use a smooth motion that is a simple gravity acceleration that doesn't flip the club nor decelerate. 

    2. Swing checkpoints using various clubs - seems to work well from 100-50yds better than 50yds to the green for me. Basically you practice 3 partial swings you feel you execute best, and practice that swing with all your short clubs to your 8 or even 7 iron. You put together a spreadsheet of your yardages with your clubs at different length swings. Even up close to the greens this can work if one of your swings is short enough - for me it is about 2 feet back where the clubhead is just outside my trail foot. 

    Eventually, you figure out what works best for your skill and personal style. The more options you have can turn into option paralysis, so some people have one club as their go-to around the greens. Other people have a club and swing for every situation. 

    Personally, I use a different club based on how much green I have to work with. Lots of green let's me roll it to the pin so I pick a less lofted club. Less green requires a shot with little run. I hit 2000 balls a month at the range. Half are less than 100 yds to practice these shots to save par around the greens.

    Thank you such an in-depth response! I just recently watched a video with Rick Shiels explaining how he handles 30yd-100yd shots and the use of the clock system. The equal parts back and equal parts through is something I know I need to work on for confidence and consistency. 

    Best wedge to chip with?

    in General Q&A

    Posted

    2 hours ago, palvord said:

    Honestly, any club in the bag will work for chipping. It depends on the scenario and what you want the ball to do.

    If I want the ball to get on the green and start rolling quickly, I will use my 52, 9i, or 7i.

    If I want the ball to carry over something and land soft, I will use my 56 or 60.

    Here are a few good videos that I have referred to for learning different chipping techniques:

     

     

    The best thing that has helped me learn is just going and trying different things at the practice green. The fun part and challenging part of the short game is that there is no one "correct" answer, but there are principles that matter. Happy learning!

    Thank you very much for your reply and the videos too! I found the rule of 12 to be quite interesting when it comes to deciding what club to use around the green when chipping. Definitely going to be referencing these videos when I feel lost in my chipping. 

    Best wedge to chip with?

    in General Q&A

    Posted

    Hello everyone! Just a green recruit over here wondering what everyone's thoughts are on this.

    Every time I am near or around the green in scenario's in which I need to chip the ball, I am always wondering what the best wedge in each case would be? I currently have a 52, 56, and 60 degree in the bag. In most cases I always default to the 52 since it should be the easiest club to chip with but I've been wondering if there are clear cut instances in which I should be switching to a different given wedge?

    Appreciate all the feedback in advance!

    Midwest: MN, WI, MI, IL, IN, OH, WV

    in Introduce Yourself/ WIYB (What's In Your Bag)

    Posted

    Hello everyone! Excited to become a part of a passionate golfing community! Thank you very much for having me.

            1.How long have you been playing golf? What’s your handicap or normal score?

    I have been playing golf for about 3 years now! From the rounds I have played I have calculated a handicap of 25.9. 

             2.What do you love about golf?

    There is nothing more peaceful, challenging, or rewarding than playing golf. For me, someone who loves being outdoors and in nature, this has become one of my favorite activities. I wish I had picked golf up sooner.

              3. What brings you to MyGolfSpy? Do you already know any other Spies?

    I have been thinking about joining a golfing community that shares the same passion and vigor the sport as I have. Learning that this is a dedicated community that loves testing and comparing the best equipment piqued my interest right away! Sadly, I do not know any other spies but I love making new friends and I hope to learn and cultivate my game along with all of you!

              4. Where are you from? What is your home course?

    Originally I am from Lacrosse, Wisconsin but currently live in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. My home course is Blackstone Creek Golf Club in Germantown, Wisconsin. 

             5. What are the best and worst things about golf in your region?

    The best things about golf in my region is that I have a lot of options of different courses in a close area. I also love not sweating through all of my clothes when I can play rounds in the spring and fall! The worst things about golf in my region is that some courses can become very wet even from a slight rain. Oh, and the humidity too! Makes holding onto clubs challenging at times!

             6. What do you do for a living?

    I am an Environmental Health Specialist for a local health department

             7. How’d you pick your user name?

    Simple and effective, like I hope my golf game will become one day!


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