Why did you join MGS?

[drb1956]

On 3/27/2017 at 9:04 AM, MattF said:

Why? No bullshit, flaming and big ego's. It's that simple, just people who enjoy the game, are respectful of each other and have a good time.

I'm not so sure about the above, because I have seen it all on these forums. Some golfers are so full of themselves, their "golf ego" is bigger than they are. And then, there are the players that just enjoy the game...

[OdinSnipes414]

I joined MSG because I was looking at reviews on DTC brands and fell in love with the content and conversation.

[golffun]

Great information from UNBIAS sources make it reliable.    THANKS   Giving people the opportunity to test new golf equipment is great.    THANK YOU   

[Ireland Golf Lover]

I joined because I enjoy reading the product reviews and reading the opinions of others.

[Djgolf24]

Simple, information backed up with facts!

[Fyrmedic]

I first joined because of the MGS YouTube and podcast. I quickly found as a high handicap relatively newer golfer that my questions were met with authentic responses rather than the typical you suck at golf responses on other forums. This is a great place to learn and comment about golf for me. 

[importcomps]

I've been thinking about it since 2018 and always wanted to visit bur always forgot. I keep hearing folks at work talk about mgs.  Definitely a great source of information, really my main source now 

[Don Figgins]

I look forward to MGS learning about new golf equipment and all things related to golf by reading the many reviews from our forum member testing. Now that I’m retired, I’ll have more time to respond to forum questions, provide feedback, and maybe participate in new product testing if asked to. MGS is the only forum that I follow and have no reason to look elsewhere as this forum gives me everything and more than I expected. I often tell my fellow golfers about MGS and the feedback from them is also very positive. Thank you MGS for all that you do for us! 

[Tbonia]

Love what y’all do to keep us informed on everything going on in the world of golf !! 

[Robert Everhart]

I joined MGS originally when I saw your articles on golf ball reviews and tests.  Then I saw an article on 2nd chance/cheap golf balls and how much effect they have on my game convinced me even more.  I was always buying the cheap/2nd chance golf balls not realizing how much it effected my game. I wasn’t breaking the 100 mark until I started buying a better quality ball. Now I’m purchasing Titliest,Taylormade or Vice balls and finally broke 90 last year.  I’m also looking to get a new set of clubs so reviews and tests on equipment are helpful in my decision on new clubs.

[Golf2Much]

I joined over two years ago.  I had been on a site that didn't make it and found I without it there was a void in not only getting information but also offering my opinions on various topics.  I stumbled upon MGS and I found a place that had unbiased reviews, great threads to learn and comment on, and administrators that played an active role in engaging the members.  The members are respectful to one another.  I also like the fact that the skill level of our members is diverse.  Sure, there are many great single digit or better golfers that are active here.  However, there are as many with handicaps and games that I can better relate to.  That diversity is important to me.  

I love the staff and member reviews.  I've enjoyed being part of two in the last year or so.  I truly enjoy the virtual tournaments that have been running over the last year.  Both the annual as well as the two special event two person tournaments.  It gives me a chance to play against and partner with golfers all over the world.  

Finally, I think highly of the comments that our members make, and I enjoy when the threads, comments and opinions I offer are appreciated.  MyGolfSpy is part of my daily routine, and I wouldn't have it any other way!

[FIRSTSHIRT]

Just new to MGS but enjoy reading about the do's and don'ts others have experienced and their interesting stories.  I like the reports from the 'testers' about the equipment they tried.

[milzen suazo]

all the golf related info for golfaholics are here.

no BS or one sided rhetoric, just pure golf plain and simple.

[CB Lobo 4 Life]

On 5/27/2023 at 3:06 PM, GolfSpy_APH said:

Okay I know it is late for me, but currently can't sleep so we are going to pump up some old threads because well we can!

Lots of new members here on the Forum and I would love to know what made you join the MGS forum?

For me, I would have to say that the biggest thing is being a part of an ever-active golf community. I love the instruction, information, and overall comradery that something like this brings. I love that for someone who is a desk warrior can still think of golf and be a part of something bigger. The calls are also a plus to "hang-out."

[Q22Golf]

I joined to be a part of the golf knowledge! The topics about ball testing, club styles- I love! I have always been so curious if the balls are actually worth the cost and are truly different. In my own way I want to give back & contribute!

[Chipmunk]

The main reason I started following MyGolfSpy was for the equipment reviews. After reading a number of those, I wanted to signup as I figured it was a quicker way to find out what reviews were coming. Then seeing the potential to be a tester just added to my interest.  The forum has been fun to be a part of.

[Threeputtgame]

I joined MSG for multiple reasons.  For one, questions can be ask and answers given without ridicule.  The atmosphere is great and it is things like MSG that is truly building the game of golf.  Another, are the unbiased reviews of equipment and accessories that are given by MSG forum members.  I feel they are more trustworthy than paid “professional reviewers.”  Then there is the added bonus of being given the opportunity to review products for the forum myself.  MSG is a definite win for the game of golf!

[Cotton Combs]

I joined MyGolfSpy as a result of a horrible experience I had at another golf equipment site. I was a long time regular of the site, they were heavily sponsored by Callaway Golf. After I posted some negative comments about Callaway's product cycle the owner of the site contacted me through the sites private message system and pretty much told me my opinion was wrong about Callaway. I pushed back and we went back and forth via private messaging. After a period of time, about a week, I realized that the owner had some how deleted our conversation. When I questioned him about it in an open forum, he denied ever having a conversation with me. Everyone kind of piled on, he had a group of hardcore regulars that sided with him. Another member contacted me privately and told me same thing happened to him - at that point I realized the owner of the site was looking at certain members private messages. Callaway was a heavy sponsor of the site, they had a tournament each year and provided equipment and the marketing VP at Callaway at the time (Harry) was heavily involved with the site. It all seemed unethical to me, that we were not allowed to say something negative about Callaway, so I've never been back - not once.

I love MyGolfSpy - I think they have the best golf reviews in the industry  - the annual golf ball review is my favorite.

Edited May 29, 2023 by Cotton Combs

[T.Sibley]

Like others, I was seeking unbiased information. I had started looking at multiple outlets for club and equipment reviews, and realized the articles and publication were nearly identical.  In many cases they were more marketing material than substance. Coming to MGS was refreshing and real as a source for information. I've learned a lot more about golf and equipment through the short time I've joined.  Thanks MGS staff.

[jaskanski]

Certainly a lot nicer bunch of folk on here than any other the other forums.

[Richard Fahrney]

Getting the truth about products

[Ro.]

I don’t really have anyone around me that loves golf like I do. I’m an equipment junkies and I just love all aspects of the game. It’s nice to log in and see random threats about golf and to see that there are thousands of people just like me!

[record1010]

I joined mostly because I’m a golf junky and love the ball testing. Kind of would like a bit more tour talk, but there is lots of other places to get that 

[BFitz]

I joined mainly to see the ball and club reviews, but have grown to appreciate many of the forums.  Unlike some other forums, I’ve found the MyGolfSpy forums to be very friendly in nature and full of fun, helpful exchanges.

[SVCRATES]

I like to watching (reading) people talk about golf equipment.  There is so much out there and so little time to learn about it on my own.

[EugeGall]

Cause it’s cool  

[calebmanning]

I stalk this place for the reviews on clubs and to see what everyone has in the bag.

[ChuckZ]

Informative golf forum and opportunity to test products.  

[Woody83]

I joined because it is a place to keep up-to-date on golf equipment, courses, ideas and other golf topics.  I enjoy reading the review other members chosen to test give to learn about new equipment.  It is also a forum to learn what other fellow golfers have on their minds.

[Randall Robbins]

Discuss ideas and topics in forums, chance to try new equipment, see evaluations of equipment by golfers just like you that you might be interested in.