SPY VIP GolfSpy_X Posted January 2, 2014 SPY VIP Share Posted January 2, 2014 Man...where do I even begin. Been an odd year for us and I am sure as a result an odd year for you on MGS as well. Lots of things have changed over the past 12 months. And unfortunately for you guys some of those changes resulted in less reviews, fewer labs and fewer of a lot of other things you originally came to MyGolfSpy to see and read. Part of me is incredibly ashamed, part of me hates that I have disappointed you guys and part of me wants to apologize. But, I don't believe much in apologies or sorries. If you say you are going to do something in my world you do it. If not, shut up and stop talking. I don't want to build a reputation on what I talk about doing, I want it built on what I do. And this year I think the readers perception might be that we talked more then we did. And that is what truly disappoints me. But, fortunately, behind all the talk about big changes there actually were big changes going on, problem is they took longer then I would have liked for them to come to fruition. And even worse if YOU the reader can't see those changes then they do no good for YOU. But that is all changing now and oddly enough it is coming all to a head basically as a brand new year starts. I haven't been this excited in quite some time. This past year was tough for me, it was stagnant and I don't deal with stagnant well. I want to give you guys what you want yesterday not tomorrow. But being the type of business we are I have had to come to grips with slower growth. Is what it is unfortunately. - So first, I want to say thank you for sticking with us around the forums in 2013 - Secondly, there is going to be a LOT of new and exciting things happening in '14 and beyond - "Phase 1" (first 5 years) of MyGolfSpy is over and "Phase 2" (next 2 years) is going to blow you away COUPLE OF NEW THINGS: Not going to list all of the changes that will be happening, want to keep some things a secret. But here are a couple things that will allow us to deliver more of what you want to see: 1. MyGolfSpy Dedicated Test Facility - Can not even begin to tell you how stoked I am for this. Starting in early 2014 MyGolfSpy will be opening our own "Test Facility". This will be a game changer that will allow us to deliver exactly what you guys want to see. You ask for it, we will test it and give you the data. Sound good? You want a head-to-head? Done. You want a "Lab" idea tested? We got you covered! You want to test a ball? A shaft? Done. 2. New & Revolutionary! MyGolfSpy Website - I want to revolutionize how the golfer gets his content. And I feel the new website I have in mind will deliver just that. Times have changed and so has how you guys want info delivered to you. Up to this point no other golf media outlet has delivered a site that fits those changes. I think you guys are gonna dig what we have been working on. 3. Tons of More Reviews - If it is made for the golfer we plan on putting it to the test to tell you whether it is worth your hard earned money. This plan is going to take a few months to show up on the site but you are alredy starting to see the early stages of the plan. 4. Entirely New Categories - some of these I am really excited about and you will learn more about over the next couple months. But I can say this, one of the categories is something no ones else is doing and it is all about giving you for free what others makes the industry pay hundreds of thousands of dollars for the right to see. 5. More Staff Members - Interested in being apart of the MyGolfSpy team? Well, we're going to be looking for a few passionate men/women. MyGolfSpy's "Proof of Concept" phase is ending, and the part about making actual industry wide change is now in motion. I have a plan on how I want to change this industry and I am going to be looking for other people that feel the same way. 6. What Seems Like Hundreds More # Items More - I don't want to bore you with the list that is sitting in front of me of things that are going to be happening on MyGolfSpy in "Phase 2" of our operation. So, let's just say that if you stuck around for 2013 you are going to definitely want to be here for 2014. I am incredibly excited for 2014 and even more excited for you guys to be a part of this change. P.S. - As always if there is something you want to see us try and change or see as coverage on MyGolfSpy, we are always listening and implementing your advice. So let's hear it. #TruthDigest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBones Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 Sounds exciting, can't wait. Follow @GolfspyBones Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jgolf Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 I like the sound of 100's more... This is really exciting, and I can't wait to see what happens! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr_Theoo Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 Looking forward to the changes! Driver: Epic 10.5 set to 9.5 w/ Tour AD-DI 44.5 FW: F6 baffler set at 16º Hybrid: NONEIrons: 3i 2014 TP CB 4-PW 2011 TP MC w/ TT S400 Wedges: 52º 56º 60 º w/ KBS C-Taper XS Soft-stepped Putter: Sigma G Tyne 34 inches Gold dot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dru_ Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 Oddly, I look at the last year as a growth cycle. Dru - Owner, President & Janitor, Druware Software Designs RH 13.1 Handicap in soggy Georgia WITB * 1W 10.5* @ PXG 0211 ( HZRDUS Smoke Black X-Stiff ) * 3W PXG 0211 ( HZRDUS Smoke Black X-Stiff ) * 5W 18* Tailor-made AeroBurner ( Stock Stiff ) * 7W Sub70 949x ( HZRDUS Smoke Black X-Stiff ) * 5i-PW @ PXG 0211 ( Gen 1 ) * 52 @ Hogan Equalizer * 56 @ Sub70 * 60 @ Hogan Equalizer * Carbon Ringo 1/4 * Vice Pro Plus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blade Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 Sounds exciting for sure! I'll be sticking around for it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hckymeyer Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 I'm giddy!! Where is the testing facility located? Driver: SLDR w/ Fujikura Ventus Black 3w: '16 M2 hl w/ Diamana D+ 82 5w: Launcher HB w/ HZRDUS Yellow Hybrid: 22 deg. Launcher HB w/ HZRDUS Black Irons: 5i - gap Launcher CBX w/ Nippon Modus 3 125 Wedges: 54 CBX & 58 Zipcore w/ Nippon Modus 3 125 Putter: Red 7s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnBarry Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 Exciting for sure, cant wait, you bet! An apology, not even remotely needed. This is, was and will be the best golf site on the web and the reason I no longer subscribe to Golf or Golf Digest! John Barry Bring the Funk, Back to Golf The Golfer's Trip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BK in TEXAS Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 I'm giddy!! Where is the testing facility located? Hopefully Houston Texas! MENTOR, L4 COACH & TRAINER FIRST TEE GREATER HOUSTON HDCP: 8.3 (GHIN: 3143312) In my bag, April 2023 TS3 Driver & 4 Wood Hzrdous Smoke Shaft (Stiff Flex) TS2 Hybrids Mitsubishi Tensei Shaft (Stiff Flex) MP-59 5-PW; KBS Tour (Regular Flex) SM8 Wedges EVNROLL ER2 Putter SRIXON Z-STAR DIAMOND BALL Sun Mountain Cart Bag 4.0 Push Cart (I'm walking 9 outta 10 rounds!!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4luvofthegame Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 Quite honestly, I love what you guys do. Now to be able to get MORE of it..............just might wet myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walkerjames Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 Sound great! I can't wait! The honesty and integrity is what keeps me coming back! Happ New year every one. MY BAG- Driver- Taylormade SLDR 12* (Speeder 7.2vc tour spec S) 3 Wood- Taylormade R11(bimatrix prototype S) 3 Hybrid- Ping I20(stock S) Irons-Taylormade Tour Perferred MC ( C Taper S) Wedges- 50, 54, and 58 SCOR4161( KBS) Putter-Taylormade Ghost Corza. All Left Handed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dean D Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 I'm not going anywhere, no one is perfect, we take the downs with the ups, learn from the downs and take the next step. I am with you 100% - no one else offers this kind of info nor has a member chat room as knowledgeable. Keep up the good work in 2014 and thanks for all you do... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickles Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 I am psyched about more content. The testing facility sounds sweet. I too would like to know where it is? I am also intrigued by the new staff additions. Are you going to let some of us hard core spies do more writing this year? I love my golf spy and am in! It's all about the short game, unless you can't keep it in play!What's in my Bag:Driver: Adams Speedline Super LS 10.5 with Excalibur T7+ tour stiff shaft3 Wood: Adams Speedline Super LS 13 degree with Excalibur TFW Tour stiff shaftHybrid: Nickent 6DT 19 degree Aldilla Voodoo NV Stiff shaftIrons: 4-9 KZG Tour Evolution with Nippon N.S. Pro Modus 3 tour 120 x flex shaftsWedges:49 degree Dave Pelz wedge with a Nippon N.S. Pro Modus tour 120 x flex shaft. 54,64 Dave Pelz wedges with Rifle spinner shafts 59 Degree Scor wedge with rifle spinner shaft.Putter: Bentinardi Ben Hogan Big Ben Center shafted 33 inches with best grips custom pistol putter grip. Ball: Titleist Pro V1X, Callaway Hex Chrome + Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny B Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 I joined last year because I thought it was the best site with good people and a reasonable approach to equipment testing. If it is going to be better, lucky me! “We don’t stop playing the game because we get old; we get old because we stop playing the game.” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joro3743 Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 You say shut up and stop talking. What kind of a forum is this. Very interesting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPY VIP GolfSpy_X Posted January 2, 2014 Author SPY VIP Share Posted January 2, 2014 Assuming you are taking this out of context by your response. This is regarding me personally as stated in what I wrote: "Part of me is incredibly ashamed, part of me hates that I have disappointed you guys and part of me wants to apologize. But, I don't believe much in apologies or sorries. If you say you are going to do something in my world you do it. If not, shut up and stop talking." You say shut up and stop talking. What kind of a forum is this. Very interesting #TruthDigest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickkimbrell Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 I'm not going anywhere either. I am hanging around and will welcome whatever changes take place. Happy New Year! Check out www.littlejohngolfleague.com a Greater Houston Traveling Golf League Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fozcycle Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 I am behind you MGS......... Driver: 0311 XF 10.5* w/Project X Cypher 40 gram Senior shaft or 0811 XF 12* w/Evenflo Riptide CB Senior shaft Fairways: 0211 5W & 7W w/ Evenflo Riptide CB regular shaft and Tour Edge E521 9W w/Fubuki HD50 regular shaft Hybrid: None in bag at the moment Irons: Titleist T300 5-PW w/Fubuki MV Senior graphite shafts w/Golf Pride Tour Wedges: Edison forged 49*, 53* and 57* wedges with KB PGI Senior shafts(80 grm). Putter: 33” Evnroll ER6R or ER2 or Bellum Winmore Model 707, or Nike Method Core Drone w/Evnroll Gravity Grip Bag: Vice cart bag(Black/Lime). Ball: Snell MTB Prime X, Maxfli Tour/S/X CG, Titleist Pro V1x or Titleist TruFeel Using Shot Scope X5 and Pinned Rangefinder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ANGRYGOLFHULK Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 Is it world domination? I'm guessing world domination...and we're on the right side so that's cool too. Awesome and I for one cannot wait Twitter @angrygolfhulk Instagram angrygolfhulkDriver-Callaway Razr Fit 9.5* Stiff3 Wood-Taylormade R9 15* StiffHybrids 3,4,5 Rocketballz RegIrons 6-Gap Rocketballz RegSW-Cobra Trusty Rusty 55*LW-Taylormade Rac Black 60*Putter-Odyssey Sabertooth 33"Back up irons-Taylormade Rac Muscleback Forged 5-GW Rifle Shafts 6.0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txgolfjunkie Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 Ha! An apology? This is like Natalie Portman or Scarlet Johansson apologizing for not being hot enough. Just keep doing what your doing. Test Lab? More Equipment Reviews? Good grief MGS, just keep it up and we'll come back for more!! Cobra Connect 5 Competitor - Team Chad King Radspeed 10.5* w/ Hzrdus RDX Blue 60 6.5 tipped 1/2" - Peacoat/Red King Radspeed Big Tour 3 Wood w/ Hzrdus RDX Blue 70 6.5 Tipped 1/2" King Radspeed Tour 5 Wood w/ Motore X F1 70 X Flex King Utility 4 21* w/ Tensei Pro White 100 X Flex King Tour MIM Copper Irons 5-G w/ AMT White X100 Onyx King MIM Black Wedges 55* & 60* w/ AMT White X100 Onyx Spider SR Pro V1x Left Dash Lefty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ANGRYGOLFHULK Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 The test facility sounds amazing. Maybe the first test can be to prove that off the rack clubs with inferior shafts will not keep adding distance year after year after year after year after...you get the point Twitter @angrygolfhulk Instagram angrygolfhulkDriver-Callaway Razr Fit 9.5* Stiff3 Wood-Taylormade R9 15* StiffHybrids 3,4,5 Rocketballz RegIrons 6-Gap Rocketballz RegSW-Cobra Trusty Rusty 55*LW-Taylormade Rac Black 60*Putter-Odyssey Sabertooth 33"Back up irons-Taylormade Rac Muscleback Forged 5-GW Rifle Shafts 6.0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nike7227 Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 Thanks for the past. Been very helpful and fun for myself as a regular golfer...The future looks bright for you guys as well...Having said that, I would like to see you guys create a section for products, testing, reviews, etc., that would help benefit a golfer that is in the 10-20 (or above) handicap range, such as myself. Perhaps this means bringing on a few staff members that have a knowledge and love of the game, but simply aren't able to shoot really low scores. In my opinion, it seems that a lot of information is more technical and geared towards those that shoot low scores. Perhaps there is something like what I'm asking for already, I just have not noticed it. I like all the information you have provided, but some product is not realistic for me (i.e. blades). But overall, great work and keep it going. I always look forward to seeing new products, no matter what skill level. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joezilla Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 Count me in!!!! Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wbealsd Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 No apologies necessary, the site just continues to get BETTER! What's In the Bag Driver - GBB Hybrids Halo XL Halo 18* & T-Rail 20* Irons T-Rail 2.0 Wedges 60* TS / SCOR 48* 53* 58* Putter Ball Bag Datrek DG Lite Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoSolitudes Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 This is the only golf forum in which I am still an active member. My seat belt is buckled and I am ready for the ride. In Play Driver: Cleveland Classic XL Custom 9.5*, Woods: Cobra Baffler T-Rail 5W, 7W, Hybrids:Callaway FTiz 27* Irons: Maruman Shuttle 7-S, Wedge: Cleveland Niblick 49*, Callaway Jaws CC 60*, Putter: Ping Scottsdale Wolverine Warming the bench Cleveland Classic 12*, Ping Rapture V2 10.5*, Ping K15 5, 7, Ping Rapture V2 6-S, Bobby Jones H3-H6, Cleveland Classic BRZ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whiskey golf Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 I'm glad to be part of this site and will happily stick around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoopy Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 awesome news, can't wait to see all the changes that will happen in 2014. i always visited this site and read the forums, but wasn't an active member until recently - seems like i joined at the right time! can't wait to see what the testing facility will look like. love the new logo design as well, all the best in 2014!! Driver: Looking for a new one for 2014! Covert? SLDR? Big Bertha? Any suggestions?! 3 wood: Taylormade RBZ 3-wood, stock Hybrid: Adams A4OS 3 hybrid (19 degree) and 4 hybrid (22 degree) Irons: Callaway X18 irons, 3-PW Wedges: Cleveland 588DSG 54*, Titleist Vokey SM2 60* Putter: Nike Unitized Leo Shoes: Adidas TOUR360 See What's in my Bag! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bumpandrun Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 Love the site and the the writers and can't wait to see what you have in store for us! Seems like almost every week someone says, "Hey, you haven't sent me a link to a good golf review or story in a while, what's up?" and I say, "mygolfspy.com!! It's out there, go get it!" 2016 M1 10.5 Fujikura Pro 60 Stiff Callaway X2Hot 3W Aldila RIP Stiff Callaway X2Hot 19° Matrix Radix S7 Stiff Ping i25 4i-PW KBS Stiff (soft-stepped) Titleist SM7 52 8° F Stiff Titleist SM7 56 8° M Stiff Titleist SM7 60 4° L Stiff Scotty Cameron Newport 2.5 34" Superstroke Flatso 2.0 Golf Pride MCC Plus 4 grips Snell MTB Red (Optic Yellow) Powerbilt TPS Cabretta Tour Glove Callaway RAZR Laser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanUsh Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 Everybody at MGS does such a great job. Really looking forward to MGS in 2014. Bag: Hoofer Vantage Driver: G25 10.5 Aldila NV 65 S 3 Wood: Fly Z+ 3 Wood 13.5* Rescue: XTD ti 18* set to 17* or Pro 23* Irons: Apex Pro 4-PW, KBS Tour S, Standard Length and Loft, 2* flat, Wedges: Mack Daddy 2 50* bent to 51*, KBS Tour S Spin Milled 56* bent to 55* Mack Daddy 2 60* U grind KBS Tour S Putter: Futura X5 MOTO Grips: PURE DTX Green Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mainuh Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 MGS - I was pretty taken aback when I opened my e-mail and read the initial sentences from you and heartened when the thoughts continued. Part of me is incredibly ashamed, part of me hates that I have disappointed you guys and part of me wants to apologize. But, I don't believe much in apologies or sorries. If you say you are going to do something in my world you do it. If not, shut up and stop talking. I don't want to build a reputation on what I talk about doing, I want it built on what I do. While not a frequent contributing poster / member, the info from your site has lead me, much to the delight of the major/minor oem's. to purchase equipment based on your exhausting reviews In addition your Fantasy Golf sponsorship, which I cleaned up on 3 years ago, is my crack. I can't begin too tell you what I had to go through while on the road to find an internet connection so that I could make or change my team and to also not miss a week. Wishing you continued success in 2014 and thanks for thinking that you need to set the bar even higher. By the way - Six Sigma sound familiar ? Happy New Year - Rob I Can't Help It If I'm Lucky... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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