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

[Rob Person]

57 minutes ago, azstu324 said:

No shame on the double post game! (See Maltby thread)

Just built these last night. Maltby adjustable 7 wood and Mallet putter. 

Thats a nice looking shape for that putter

[TG8]

4 hours ago, chris_ said:

I used to play a 3 hybrid for my 250 yard club but I hit it very low and fairly inconsistently. Now I play a Ping G430 7w at 19.5* and it will hold a green at about 245. Perfect for what I need. 

Holy smokes how far do you hit your putter?  I mean driver

[cksurfdude]

4 minutes ago, TG8 said:

Holy smokes how far do you hit your putter?

Several years ago was at a charity outing where at one hole was a WLD Champ (forget his name, sorry) who would hit any shot shape on demand .. and about 300 yds .. with a putter!!!

[Dog Faced Pony Soldier]

On 3/25/2024 at 9:04 AM, Mike10487 said:

My latest purchase is a boring one but supremely important. Living in Florida, good socks can be one of the most important items that you never really think about. I've always just bought whatever was available, normally Footjoy brand. Wool anything in Florida is out of the equation. Well, I have purchased some Kentwool WOOL socks. I am super impressed by them. Granted this is not summer, but so far they are the best socks EVER!

Feetures’ “Merino 10” series socks are my strong preference mostly because they offer Marino wool socks both thick “max cushion” and thin “ultra light” variants. I have yet to find a thin wool sock option like the Marino 10 series offers. I wouldn’t wear anything else on a hot sweaty day. Plus they’re Made In USA! 
 

https://feetures.com/collections/best-sellers?filter.p.product_type=Merino 10&sort_by=best-selling

Edited March 27 by Dog Faced Pony Soldier

[chris_]

25 minutes ago, TG8 said:

Holy smokes how far do you hit your putter?  I mean driver

I might run about 290 most of the time. But my average is probably 260 counting the tops and shanks. 

[jbern]

I posted this in the good morning thread but I thought I’d post it again here with more detail. I got some new golf shoes for my birthday. True Linkswear OG Feel spikeless shoes! I’ve been wanting a new pair because I’ve converted all of my other shoes to zero drop or “barefoot” style shoes except my golf shoes. I walk most rounds so it was really bugging me. Someone on the forum posted a link to the True Linkswear zero drop shoes (sorry, I can’t remember who) and I showed my wife and she ended up getting them without me knowing! They even come with a nice little carrying case!

[BreakfastBall15]

38 minutes ago, jbern said:

I posted this in the good morning thread but I thought I’d post it again here with more detail. I got some new golf shoes for my birthday. True Linkswear OG Feel spikeless shoes! I’ve been wanting a new pair because I’ve converted all of my other shoes to zero drop or “barefoot” style shoes except my golf shoes. I walk most rounds so it was really bugging me. Someone on the forum posted a link to the True Linkswear zero drop shoes (sorry, I can’t remember who) and I showed my wife and she ended up getting them without me knowing! They even come with a nice little carrying case!

True makes some of the most comfortable golf shoes out there. As someone who also walks most rounds you won’t be disappointed with these shoes

[Big C]

Hello spies I know some of the guys been asking about that Jupiter shaft I bought one it arrived n 3 days I bought a ping 425 driver put that Jupiter 5.5 regular shaft with 4 degrees torque man let me tell I hit it straight r a baby draw this shaft is amazing it’s feel whippy but when u hit its a high draw r straight I love it it takes right completely out of play 

[taylorjonasher]

1 hour ago, jbern said:

I posted this in the good morning thread but I thought I’d post it again here with more detail. I got some new golf shoes for my birthday. True Linkswear OG Feel spikeless shoes! I’ve been wanting a new pair because I’ve converted all of my other shoes to zero drop or “barefoot” style shoes except my golf shoes. I walk most rounds so it was really bugging me. Someone on the forum posted a link to the True Linkswear zero drop shoes (sorry, I can’t remember who) and I showed my wife and she ended up getting them without me knowing! They even come with a nice little carrying case!

I rock Altras as my running shoe in conjunction with a forefoot dominant form - my knee pain has been significantly reduced!

[RoyN]

23 hours ago, hoppman said:

I really want to buy the Scotty Scheffler putter without trying it, I have a problem. 

This is golf. Spending endless amounts of money on new shiny unnecessary equipment for no reason is the cornerstone of our game. I fail to see the problem.

[RoyN]

23 hours ago, TSauer said:

Welcome to the club. The first step is admission. 

Yes, admit we all need more clubs!

[chisag]

8 minutes ago, RoyN said:

This is golf. Spending endless amounts of money on new shiny unnecessary equipment for no reason is the cornerstone of our game. I fail to see the problem.

 

... Clearly you don't understand the meaning of the word. I, and all my purchases are pretty offended by unessential.  I have 3 sets of iron heads obviously essential sitting in a box. I have 3 more not needless sets shafted and leaning against a wall. Then a plethora of wood/hybrid/iron shafts that "unessential" doesn't even come close to describing. 


unnecessary:

[ uhn-nes-uh-ser-ee ]

adjective

not necessary or essential; needless; unessential.

 

[RoyN]

13 minutes ago, chisag said:

 

... Clearly you don't understand the meaning of the word. I, and all my purchases are pretty offended by unessential.  I have 3 sets of iron heads obviously essential sitting in a box. I have 3 more not needless sets shafted and leaning against a wall. Then a plethora of wood/hybrid/iron shafts that "unessential" doesn't even come close to describing. 


unnecessary:

[ uhn-nes-uh-ser-ee ]

adjective

not necessary or essential; needless; unessential.

 

I did say new shiny unnecessary equipment! So anything old, used, dull, or dirty was obviously exempt! 

And the only 2 things essential in golf are 1. A desire for more equipment and 2. A means in which to pay for said equipment. You can figure out everything else later. 

[jbern]

2 hours ago, taylorjonasher said:

I rock Altras as my running shoe in conjunction with a forefoot dominant form - my knee pain has been significantly reduced!

I use the Altra running shoes also! And Xero for everyday wear. I can see a difference in my knee issues also (and ankles).

[Jonknowsgolf]

On 3/19/2024 at 9:02 AM, thaprof said:

I have been looking to purchase this grip but I keep hearing it will not be available till april. Do you have some additional details you can share on purchasing now?

Here is a link for pre-ordering one. They are supposed to ship mid-April

https://store.golfpride.com/store/golfpride/search?Ntt=reverse+taper&utm_source=rt_email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2024_reverse_taper&utm_content=pre_order&elqTrackId=79917d4430784394824fb15909adf7fd&elq=5da84774d6bd4f488a945890a807820c&elqaid=703&elqat=1&elqCampaignId=588

[Shrek74]

I posted on the "what am I thinking about" page of a putter I was in fact thinking about. Well, I pulled the trigger on it Monday.

Maltby Moment X Tour putter, TrueTemper black steel shaft, Malbty 2.5" slant hosel, and SuperStroke Tour Pistol 2.0 grip. Plus they threw in the SuperStroke weight kit, free.

Hopefully it'll be here in about 2 weeks or so.

[ejgaudette]

10 hours ago, jbern said:

I use the Altra running shoes also! And Xero for everyday wear. I can see a difference in my knee issues also (and ankles).

 

12 hours ago, taylorjonasher said:

I rock Altras as my running shoe in conjunction with a forefoot dominant form - my knee pain has been significantly reduced!

Been rocking barefoot style for about 13 years now and feels great. Usually in Merrell trail gloves just so they last longer. Looking at the True Linkswear as well (might have posted about them earlier but maybe not). They look great and I agree would like to align the style.

[StrokerAce]

2 minutes ago, ejgaudette said:

 

Been rocking barefoot style for about 13 years now and feels great. Usually in Merrell trail gloves just so they last longer. Looking at the True Linkswear as well (might have posted about them earlier but maybe not). They look great and I agree would like to align the style.

If you're thinking about true I suggest checking out the second chance section - https://truelinkswear.com/collections/second-chance-footwear?

the shoes are very expensive and you can save a lot of $ on shoes folks have returned that didn't fit and are in nearly new condition.

low drop/zero drop shoes take a bit of getting used to but I find them very comfortable. 

[Erin B]

I haven’t bought anything lately except the Newton shaft. I’m thinking about a launch monitor and have narrowed to Rapsodo and Garmin. Anyone have any recommendations? I’m interested in mostly range use. I don’t have a net or sim and am not getting one anytime soon. I’ll be hitting range balls. Thoughts?

[ejgaudette]

1 hour ago, StrokerAce said:

If you're thinking about true I suggest checking out the second chance section - https://truelinkswear.com/collections/second-chance-footwear?

the shoes are very expensive and you can save a lot of $ on shoes folks have returned that didn't fit and are in nearly new condition.

low drop/zero drop shoes take a bit of getting used to but I find them very comfortable. 

I saw that and have looked through there stuff there are for sure will be going that route. And yes back when I first started running in them my calves were on fire for about 3 months straight

[KOG]

Today I got a special delivery from Japan. 

I love this shape and the short slant with mid mallet is my fav type of putter. I found this on Golf Partner on ebay for $80 shipped which is a crazy deal for this putter. I never ordered from Japan on Ebay but to my surprise, it arrived 3 days later and with a perfect magnetic headcover, club head in plastic still. This seller is going to be getting a lot of my business as I love Japanese obscure stuff. 

The putter face is Aluminum milled and the body is carbon steel. Very soft, very balanced. Goin right into the bag.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Edited March 27 by KOG

[jbern]

9 hours ago, StrokerAce said:

If you're thinking about true I suggest checking out the second chance section - https://truelinkswear.com/collections/second-chance-footwear?

the shoes are very expensive and you can save a lot of $ on shoes folks have returned that didn't fit and are in nearly new condition.

low drop/zero drop shoes take a bit of getting used to but I find them very comfortable. 

 

8 hours ago, ejgaudette said:

I saw that and have looked through there stuff there are for sure will be going that route. And yes back when I first started running in them my calves were on fire for about 3 months straight

I’m not sure where my wife got them, but she did say she got them over 50% off (she likes to boast about her good deals)! If you’re interested I can ask her. 

[sman3115]

Picked up this beauty on eBay yesterday. Similar to my current Big T blade, but it's a broomstick so I can try out the technique before I commit to a particular style LAB that I've already talked myself into purchasing.

[ChiefMikeOfficer]

On 3/26/2024 at 8:28 AM, SCFlyGuy said:

Well, I’ll say that’s a good start!! I’m ashamed to admit how many putters are kicking around my house (and now my son’s house)!!  I will say that the L.A.B. MEZZ.1 MAX has really tamed my ‘wandering eye!’  But, my pro did just get a Jailbird Cruiser in and I pick it up every time I’m in the shop!!  The thing is sweet!

Oh, that's not all of them...this is just the putters that I would consider using for practice or putting in the bag for any given round (minus Happy -- that's just for show, and doesn't seem like it's actually built to strike a ball. Yes I have tried). The putters missing are: a Guerin Tour Spec blade to match the mallet (5th from left - blade is in my office for use with the Perfect Practice), a Golf Gods...umm...phallic putter (only game in joke rounds or as a group punishment for things like not getting it past the forward tees, felt like I should keep it out of the picture), and a handful of Scotties that my dad gifted to me last year (he thinks they're "valuable" and collected them over time, but they're all pretty well used -- technically could include them with the gamers because of condition, but I'm kinda anti-Scotty on the course). Might be missing a few others too. 

On 3/25/2024 at 9:51 PM, Syks7 said:

I hate to be that guy, but by my count you still have three more L.A.B models to buy....

That's why I said this probably won't be the last putter purchase. I'm eyeing up a DF3, but want to try it and actually get fit for length/lie/loft before pulling the trigger. We have one local shop that is listed as a L.A.B. fitter, but still need to go explore to make sure they have all the right tools for the fitting (definitely trust them with TaylorMade, but L.A.B. seems very specialized for their shop, so we'll see). 

[DiscipleofPenick]

Had to get some new pants to start the year- Got Puma in black & red, and a pair of Adidas in royal blue.

[Syks7]

I'm selling some stuff to tidy up the garage and stumbled accross something I'd forgotten about.   I bought these thinking they were going to go on a set of 0317T's when I raised the funds...   I think they're going to go on my ZX7s instead.  

[GolfSpy SAM]

55 minutes ago, Syks7 said:

I'm selling some stuff to tidy up the garage and stumbled accross something I'd forgotten about.   I bought these thinking they were going to go on a set of 0317T's when I raised the funds...   I think they're going to go on my ZX7s instead.  

Yes! Those are spectacular.  I have these coming in either this week or next for my as-yet-to-be-determined next iron, lol, along with (potentially) the white Star-Grip tour 360 wrap.  I think that could be just an epically good-looking set.
 

Which, when combined, would look SOMETHING like this:

 

[downeyjr]

Pre-ordered the GP reverse taper putting grips, hoping they allow me to putt like a pro golfer. 

[ZJeb67]

Got a little spendy at Callaway pre-owned.
I had some gift money, so I naturally used it (and then spent 3 times more, D'oh!)

I picked up a Mavirk driver and 3 Hybrid.  
My swing speed has been improving.  So that obviously necessitated clubs with stiff flex instead of my existing regular flex. Trying to justify my buy.

Very pleased thus far.  Getting additional 10-15 yards with the driver.

The 3 hybrid replaced the 3 wood.  A little shorter on distance but much more consistent striking.

Nobody tell Costco that I've almost completely replaced my bargain Callaway Edge complete set.
I'd hate to be banned from my exclusive members only (warehouse) club (with dining facilities).

[Thomas 2024]

12 minutes ago, ZJeb67 said:

Got a little spendy at Callaway pre-owned.
I had some gift money, so I naturally used it (and then spent 3 times more, D'oh!)

I picked up a Mavirk driver and 3 Hybrid.  
My swing speed has been improving.  So that obviously necessitated clubs with stiff flex instead of my existing regular flex. Trying to justify my buy.

Very pleased thus far.  Getting additional 10-15 yards with the driver.

The 3 hybrid replaced the 3 wood.  A little shorter on distance but much more consistent striking.

Nobody tell Costco that I've almost completely replaced my bargain Callaway Edge complete set.
I'd hate to be banned from my exclusive members only (warehouse) club (with dining facilities).

I picked up a used Mavrik driver recently as well. However last Monday was the first time I swung a club since last October. Holy Moly was I bad! We don't play during winters here in Canada.