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2020 Official Member Review: SKYCADDIE SX400 GPS


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On 2/29/2020 at 1:23 PM, SteddyGolf said:

Played today in the worse conditions yet. The temps were in the low 40s but the wind was howling. The SkyCaddie proved once again to be a capable partner. I velcroed it to my cart which means a quick glance down was all I needed to confirm distance and club selection. My biggest gripe is really more self inflected than a design flaw. When I’m not deliberate when returning the S.C. to its perch or if I’m lazy and slip it in my pocket the extreme sensitivity of the screen tends to result in a little jumping around from my inadvertent bumping.

 

 

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If you click on the power button (right side of the unit, bottom button), it will lock the screen.  This way if you put the SX400 in your pocket it will keep the screen secure. 

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I'll try to get my review up by next week.  Have to travel out of town later this week and will play in a tournament with my Son on Saturday if weather allows.  Wish me luck on breaking 100.

 

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So with several reviews up now, I’m curious to know if anyone has questions not previously addressed or would like to see very specific product comparisons. ???

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Fairway Wood: :mizuno-small: ST190 15* Fujikura Atmos Blue 6S
Hybrid: :mizuno-small: CLK 17* Fujikura Speeder EVO HB
Irons: :bridgestone-small: J40 CB (3-PW) Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100
Wedges: :taylormade-small: Milled Grind 2 54* & 58* Dynamic Gold S200
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Hey Guys!!  Great job on the reviews. 

And Skycaddie has put a post on it's Facebook site promoting the MGS reviews with a link to this thead!   That's fantastic!  

Thanks as always for the committed work and honest and thorough feedback that MGS reviews are known for!

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1 hour ago, Golfspy_CG2 said:

Hey Guys!!  Great job on the reviews. 

And Skycaddie has put a post on it's Facebook site promoting the MGS reviews with a link to this thead!   That's fantastic!  

Thanks as always for the committed work and honest and thorough feedback that MGS reviews are known for!

Just liked their FB page and took a look at their post. Pretty neat!

Driver: :mizuno-small: ST190 9.5* Fujikura Atmos Blue 5S
Fairway Wood: :mizuno-small: ST190 15* Fujikura Atmos Blue 6S
Hybrid: :mizuno-small: CLK 17* Fujikura Speeder EVO HB
Irons: :bridgestone-small: J40 CB (3-PW) Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100
Wedges: :taylormade-small: Milled Grind 2 54* & 58* Dynamic Gold S200
Putter: :odyssey-small: Tri-Hot 5k Two 34"
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Ball: Maxfli Tour

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1 hour ago, Golfspy_CG2 said:

Hey Guys!!  Great job on the reviews. 

And Skycaddie has put a post on it's Facebook site promoting the MGS reviews with a link to this thead!   That's fantastic!  

Thanks as always for the committed work and honest and thorough feedback that MGS reviews are known for!

Awesome. I just wish I was not going through a full week and a half of snow every day!!!

Driver: Callaway Paradym Triple diamond 10.5 Ventus black TR 6x

3 wood ; Callaway Paradym triple diamond 15 degree, Ventus black TR 7x

Apex UW 19 degree, Ventus black TR 8x

Utility Iron: Mizuno Pro Fli Hi 4 utility, Ventus blue HB 90X

Irons: Callaway Apex MB 5-PW, KBS $ taper 130x

Wedges: Callaway Jaws Raw 50, 54, 58, KBS $ taper 130x

Putter: Wilson Staff TM22, hand torched, KBS cutter putter shaft, Super stroke Pistol GT 1.0

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Just caught up on the reviews.  As a former SkyCaddie SG-5 user, I have always liked their service and the hardware.  I'm now really intrigued if I should upgrade the mothballed SG-5 to SX400.  I noticed everyone had said how solid the feel of the SX400 is.  Does anyone know if it has any form of water protection ?  I've been caught in a few rainstorms and the SG-5 handled it with no issues.  Also, are the batteries replaceable ?

 

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Hybrid: :titelist-small: TSR2  18° Graphite Design Tour AD DI-85 Shaft

Irons: :titelist-small: 2021 T200's 4-GW AMT RED shafts Regular Flex

Wedge: :cleveland-small: Tour Satin RTX 4 Wedges in 52° and 56° 2 Dot

Putter: :nevercompromise-small: Gray Matter TDP 2.2 32.75"

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45 minutes ago, MDGolfHacker said:

Just caught up on the reviews.  As a former SkyCaddie SG-5 user, I have always liked their service and the hardware.  I'm now really intrigued if I should upgrade the mothballed SG-5 to SX400.  I noticed everyone had said how solid the feel of the SX400 is.  Does anyone know if it has any form of water protection ?  I've been caught in a few rainstorms and the SG-5 handled it with no issues.  Also, are the batteries replaceable ?

 

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I seem to recall that it has some rain protection and, looking at it, it seals all the ports and appears to be moderately capable of dealing with light moisture.  I doubt highly that it's waterproof, however.

The batteries do not appear to be user replaceable.

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Fairway: :callaway-small: Rogue ST Max 3 wood (16.5*) and Heaven Wood (20*)-- Tensai Blue 55g R shaft

Hybrids: :callaway-small: Rogue ST Max 5H (23*)--Tensai Blue 55g R shaft

Irons:  :callaway-small: Apex CF19 6-9, PW, AW -- KBS Tour Graphite  TGI 70 shafts R +1/2 inch 3* upright

Wedges: Edison 53* and  57* KBS PGI 80 Graphite +1/2 inch 2* upright

Putter: L.A.B. DF 2.1 -- BGT Stability shaft

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3 hours ago, MDGolfHacker said:

Just caught up on the reviews.  As a former SkyCaddie SG-5 user, I have always liked their service and the hardware.  I'm now really intrigued if I should upgrade the mothballed SG-5 to SX400.  I noticed everyone had said how solid the feel of the SX400 is.  Does anyone know if it has any form of water protection ?  I've been caught in a few rainstorms and the SG-5 handled it with no issues.  Also, are the batteries replaceable ?

 

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2 hours ago, CarlH said:

I seem to recall that it has some rain protection and, looking at it, it seals all the ports and appears to be moderately capable of dealing with light moisture.  I doubt highly that it's waterproof, however.

The batteries do not appear to be user replaceable.

I have the SX500 and unless I'm missing something it's manually rechargeable, not replaceable batteries.    I don't think it's waterproof, but I would generally always have mine ina cart or in my golf bag. 

 

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12 minutes ago, Golfspy_CG2 said:

 

I have the SX500 and unless I'm missing something it's manually rechargeable, not replaceable batteries.    I don't think it's waterproof, but I would generally always have mine ina cart or in my golf bag. 

 

Ah cool thanks.  Just thinking as long as the unit was water resistant, that should suffice.  As for the battery, I was more thinking in the long run how easy would the proprietary battery be to replace.  

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Hybrid: :titelist-small: TSR2  18° Graphite Design Tour AD DI-85 Shaft

Irons: :titelist-small: 2021 T200's 4-GW AMT RED shafts Regular Flex

Wedge: :cleveland-small: Tour Satin RTX 4 Wedges in 52° and 56° 2 Dot

Putter: :nevercompromise-small: Gray Matter TDP 2.2 32.75"

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Yeah, pretty sure that when the battery can no longer be charged, like a cell phone, the end user cannot replace the battery.  Perhaps factory replaceable or just get a new one with newer technology.  Hopefully, the rechargeable battery is good for many cycles before it can no longer perform for at least 18 holes.

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Fairway: :callaway-small: Rogue ST Max 3 wood (16.5*) and Heaven Wood (20*)-- Tensai Blue 55g R shaft

Hybrids: :callaway-small: Rogue ST Max 5H (23*)--Tensai Blue 55g R shaft

Irons:  :callaway-small: Apex CF19 6-9, PW, AW -- KBS Tour Graphite  TGI 70 shafts R +1/2 inch 3* upright

Wedges: Edison 53* and  57* KBS PGI 80 Graphite +1/2 inch 2* upright

Putter: L.A.B. DF 2.1 -- BGT Stability shaft

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I'll be the first to admit I was pretty skeptical about the value of a device like this. But the reviews definitely have me intrigued. It wouldn't be something I'd purchased right now, but if I get to a point where I'm comfortable with my clubs and game, I could see this being very valuable. I played a new-to-me course last weekend and having the scorecard, GPS, and hole overview in one spot would have been a big help. Between a paper scorecard, Grint for a digital scorecard, ShotScope for GPS and a traditional laser, it's almost too much to handle when playing a new course. 

Now, playing at a course I know very well? I can see where this wouldn't be as helpful.

 

 

I went into this review with an open mind but if I’m honest a little skeptical. My thinking going in was most players are not good enough (nor am I) to benefit from the information provided. After almost 200 holes I have completely changed that thinking.

 

For the novice golfer it truly helps as you develop a course management game philosophy. While you may not be able to hit 225 yard 5 irons into a island green within a foot of the cup the device does help you to select the best shot based on your tendencies.

 

If you play a familiar course one could argue the pin, tees and your ball location changes every time out. This device will help you to really dial in your distances to known course characteristics. I play the same two courses on a regular basis and I can certainly apply a little “dead reckoning” in regards to distance to the flag, hazards and or my desired landing zone. However, the S.C. takes the guess work out and provides a topographical overview no laser range finder can compete with.

 

 

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Two more rounds using the SkyCaddie. Probably the last for awhile. All the courses are walking only so i relied on it heavily. Very easy and quick. I gave my playing partners (6 feet apart at all times) yardages without even stopping. It is so quick and easy. I am loving this thing.

Yesterday was the first day I had an issue. I lost the connection for a hole. The course I was playing is notorious for poor cell phone connection and wifi has been a little compromised with everyone on line staying at home. It reconnected in a hole, and no problems for the rest of the round.

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Next week is looking promising to get out again. It has been the coldest month I may have ever experienced over the last month. So I am looking forward to getting back out with the skycaddie. 

Driver: Callaway Paradym Triple diamond 10.5 Ventus black TR 6x

3 wood ; Callaway Paradym triple diamond 15 degree, Ventus black TR 7x

Apex UW 19 degree, Ventus black TR 8x

Utility Iron: Mizuno Pro Fli Hi 4 utility, Ventus blue HB 90X

Irons: Callaway Apex MB 5-PW, KBS $ taper 130x

Wedges: Callaway Jaws Raw 50, 54, 58, KBS $ taper 130x

Putter: Wilson Staff TM22, hand torched, KBS cutter putter shaft, Super stroke Pistol GT 1.0

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Going to be a while for me, now. All courses are closed due to the virus. 😡

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:callaway-small: Steelhead XR 5-AW 
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  • 2 weeks later...

I got the SX400 last week from SkyGolf and still having some setup issues.  I can't play golf due to COVID-19, but I walked 9 holes and love the device.  I noticed one tee position was incorrect and contacted the support team.  They said my software needed updating from 1.2.5 to 1.2.7.  USB sync was not success and SX400 device was NOT found.  WiFi sync could not find the latest update.  Has anyone else had syncing issues?

 

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3 hours ago, Play18 said:

I got the SX400 last week from SkyGolf and still having some setup issues.  I can't play golf due to COVID-19, but I walked 9 holes and love the device.  I noticed one tee position was incorrect and contacted the support team.  They said my software needed updating from 1.2.5 to 1.2.7.  USB sync was not success and SX400 device was NOT found.  WiFi sync could not find the latest update.  Has anyone else had syncing issues?

 

I hope you get to enjoy your new SX400 soon!  I have been on kung flu lock down and haven't used my SX400 in a few weeks--but I did just run an update over WiFi and had no trouble (thankfully no trouble over the past few months either).  One thing is strange though, my device is up to date with version 1.2.5; so maybe SkyCaddie hasn't released 1.2.7 yet?

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7 minutes ago, JohnSmalls said:

I hope you get to enjoy your new SX400 soon!  I have been on kung flu lock down and haven't used my SX400 in a few weeks--but I did just run an update over WiFi and had no trouble (thankfully no trouble over the past few months either).  One thing is strange though, my device is up to date with version 1.2.5; so maybe SkyCaddie hasn't released 1.2.7 yet?

I contacted support this morning and they apologized for the 1.2.7 update... it was meant for the SX500.  Also, I uninstalled and reinstalled the Caddiesync to update the correct software driver.  The only hole which did not measure the length correctly was a mapping error and SkyGolf will update their maps.

It's good to go now.

My Bushnell v4 Slope died, so I decided to commit to the handheld gps, which replaces my iOS Golfshot.

Thanks for the response.

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:titelist-small:  T200 Utility Build 22° Graphite Design Tour AD 85 HY stiff

:titelist-small:  2021 T200 5-P Nippon Pro Modus³ Tour 105 stiff

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Obviously COVID-19 has reduced usage a bit, but I have been fortunate enough to get out and play a few rounds over the last month. I'm still getting along with the device quite well. Now that I'm gaining some familiarity with a few of the courses here in Texas, I find myself going back and forth between the SX400 and Bushnell Tour V3 a bit more. I like using the GPS for tee shots and to develop a clear picture for my approach strategy, but do rely on the Bushnell to get exact yardage to the pin - it simply eliminates some guess work. I also like keeping score on the SX400 since courses have stopped putting scorecards out. I may change that though, I bought myself a very nice log book right after Christmas and I'd really like to start using it more. I just have to remember to put it into my bag... 

Anyway, just thought I'd provide a short update. How's everyone else getting along - testers and those who have since purchased an SX400 or SX500?

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Fairway Wood: :mizuno-small: ST190 15* Fujikura Atmos Blue 6S
Hybrid: :mizuno-small: CLK 17* Fujikura Speeder EVO HB
Irons: :bridgestone-small: J40 CB (3-PW) Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100
Wedges: :taylormade-small: Milled Grind 2 54* & 58* Dynamic Gold S200
Putter: :odyssey-small: Tri-Hot 5k Two 34"
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  • 4 weeks later...

I am really still loving this device. It has been a game changer for me knowing exact distances.

Driver: Callaway Paradym Triple diamond 10.5 Ventus black TR 6x

3 wood ; Callaway Paradym triple diamond 15 degree, Ventus black TR 7x

Apex UW 19 degree, Ventus black TR 8x

Utility Iron: Mizuno Pro Fli Hi 4 utility, Ventus blue HB 90X

Irons: Callaway Apex MB 5-PW, KBS $ taper 130x

Wedges: Callaway Jaws Raw 50, 54, 58, KBS $ taper 130x

Putter: Wilson Staff TM22, hand torched, KBS cutter putter shaft, Super stroke Pistol GT 1.0

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I'll be playing my first round back home on Saturday and I'm curious to see if/how this device will help me around courses I know very well.

Driver: :mizuno-small: ST190 9.5* Fujikura Atmos Blue 5S
Fairway Wood: :mizuno-small: ST190 15* Fujikura Atmos Blue 6S
Hybrid: :mizuno-small: CLK 17* Fujikura Speeder EVO HB
Irons: :bridgestone-small: J40 CB (3-PW) Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100
Wedges: :taylormade-small: Milled Grind 2 54* & 58* Dynamic Gold S200
Putter: :odyssey-small: Tri-Hot 5k Two 34"
Bag: :titleist-small: Players 5 Stand Bag
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I played the first course back home last Saturday with the SkyCaddie and I have to say I'm a bit disappointed. The lack of detail is glaring and makes me wonder a) if they actually did any ground verification on this course and b) if so, why is the mapping so poor?

I'll provide one quick example (I should have snapped some pictures on the course, but I completely spaced). The name of the course is Schifferdecker Golf Course located in Joplin, Missouri.

The first hole at Schifferdecker presents what is probably the most challenging tee shot. From either set of tees you basically have three options: 1) hit it far enough to cut the corner; 2) play to the relatively small sliver of fairway between the trees on the left and water on the right; 3) go the ultra-safe route and play wide left to 18 fairway (making the hole play longer). The most important thing to know when deciding which option to take is how far you need to carry in order to clear a decent-sized tree guarding the left side, but SkyCaddie doesn't include the tree in its map!

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Conversely, the third hole shows numerous trees lining both sides of the fairway, but that hole features one of the widest fairways and the number of times I've found myself stymied by a tree could be counted on one hand. The theme continues for the rest of the holes - mostly along the lines of lacking detail.

I can't say I'm surprised that a "small-town" course would receive so little attention in the development of such maps, but I had higher hopes based on SkyCaddie marketing. Playing another course tomorrow with a bunch of friends and will see how SkyCaddie does there - I'll be sure to snap pictures this time as well.

Driver: :mizuno-small: ST190 9.5* Fujikura Atmos Blue 5S
Fairway Wood: :mizuno-small: ST190 15* Fujikura Atmos Blue 6S
Hybrid: :mizuno-small: CLK 17* Fujikura Speeder EVO HB
Irons: :bridgestone-small: J40 CB (3-PW) Dynamic Gold Tour Issue X100
Wedges: :taylormade-small: Milled Grind 2 54* & 58* Dynamic Gold S200
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If I were you I’d post this on one of the Sky Caddie support forums.  I have found them to be fairly responsive, although some confusing are lacking answers.  But worth a try.

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1 hour ago, TR1PTIK said:

I played the first course back home last Saturday with the SkyCaddie and I have to say I'm a bit disappointed. The lack of detail is glaring and makes me wonder a) if they actually did any ground verification on this course and b) if so, why is the mapping so poor?

I'll provide one quick example (I should have snapped some pictures on the course, but I completely spaced). The name of the course is Schifferdecker Golf Course located in Joplin, Missouri.

The first hole at Schifferdecker presents what is probably the most challenging tee shot. From either set of tees you basically have three options: 1) hit it far enough to cut the corner; 2) play to the relatively small sliver of fairway between the trees on the left and water on the right; 3) go the ultra-safe route and play wide left to 18 fairway (making the hole play longer). The most important thing to know when deciding which option to take is how far you need to carry in order to clear a decent-sized tree guarding the left side, but SkyCaddie doesn't include the tree in its map!

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Conversely, the third hole shows numerous trees lining both sides of the fairway, but that hole features one of the widest fairways and the number of times I've found myself stymied by a tree could be counted on one hand. The theme continues for the rest of the holes - mostly along the lines of lacking detail.

I can't say I'm surprised that a "small-town" course would receive so little attention in the development of such maps, but I had higher hopes based on SkyCaddie marketing. Playing another course tomorrow with a bunch of friends and will see how SkyCaddie does there - I'll be sure to snap pictures this time as well.

WOW  that's really interesting.  I think SC customer service could help you out, but I am surprised they left off so much detail.  I, too, play golf in a very small town and it has our course mapped very accurately.  Hope they can get your problem solved soon.

On 4/19/2020 at 4:05 PM, TR1PTIK said:

Obviously COVID-19 has reduced usage a bit, but I have been fortunate enough to get out and play a few rounds over the last month. I'm still getting along with the device quite well. Now that I'm gaining some familiarity with a few of the courses here in Texas, I find myself going back and forth between the SX400 and Bushnell Tour V3 a bit more. I like using the GPS for tee shots and to develop a clear picture for my approach strategy, but do rely on the Bushnell to get exact yardage to the pin - it simply eliminates some guess work. I also like keeping score on the SX400 since courses have stopped putting scorecards out. I may change that though, I bought myself a very nice log book right after Christmas and I'd really like to start using it more. I just have to remember to put it into my bag... 

Anyway, just thought I'd provide a short update. How's everyone else getting along - testers and those who have since purchased an SX400 or SX500?

Corona killed my golf vibe earlier and with the abnormal amount of rain this month (3rd highest total for May in over 100 years), I have played a small fraction of the golf that I usually do this time of year. The few rounds I have gotten in have been flawless on the SkyCaddie side, not saw flawless on the swinging the club side 😆.  The scorecard side is nice, but I have been using Arccos to track my stats now that they seem to eliminated the bugs that I had trouble with.  Going to test the SkyCaddie next week at a new course!  So far it has been a life saver for me.  The data is on the money!

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3 hours ago, dbdors said:

If I were you I’d post this on one of the Sky Caddie support forums.  I have found them to be fairly responsive, although some confusing are lacking answers.  But worth a try.

Honestly, it wouldn't be worth it for me personally. I no longer live in the area and have enough familiarity with the course to not be concerned, but I wanted to document and share for the review thread. If I find that I'm really bored one day, maybe I'll go through all 18 holes and provide some potential mapping updates to SkyCaddie.

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6 hours ago, TR1PTIK said:

I played the first course back home last Saturday with the SkyCaddie and I have to say I'm a bit disappointed. The lack of detail is glaring and makes me wonder a) if they actually did any ground verification on this course and b) if so, why is the mapping so poor?

I'll provide one quick example (I should have snapped some pictures on the course, but I completely spaced). The name of the course is Schifferdecker Golf Course located in Joplin, Missouri.

The first hole at Schifferdecker presents what is probably the most challenging tee shot. From either set of tees you basically have three options: 1) hit it far enough to cut the corner; 2) play to the relatively small sliver of fairway between the trees on the left and water on the right; 3) go the ultra-safe route and play wide left to 18 fairway (making the hole play longer). The most important thing to know when deciding which option to take is how far you need to carry in order to clear a decent-sized tree guarding the left side, but SkyCaddie doesn't include the tree in its map!

IMG_1557.thumb.jpg.1f9a01f9040baad94ebbddd81a6f8b76.jpg

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Conversely, the third hole shows numerous trees lining both sides of the fairway, but that hole features one of the widest fairways and the number of times I've found myself stymied by a tree could be counted on one hand. The theme continues for the rest of the holes - mostly along the lines of lacking detail.

I can't say I'm surprised that a "small-town" course would receive so little attention in the development of such maps, but I had higher hopes based on SkyCaddie marketing. Playing another course tomorrow with a bunch of friends and will see how SkyCaddie does there - I'll be sure to snap pictures this time as well.

Good grief there's no easing into the round on that course 😬. It surprises me that they haven't shown that lovely tree on the map, it really does look like a major feature and I think I would have threatened to cut it down more than once 😁😎

 

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I’ve posted 15 rounds at my course and disappointed with the SX400 thus far. Half of the rounds wouldn’t let me measure shots, freeze during the round or shutdown. I’ve had to use Golfshot iOS Apple Watch as a backup. Not sure if I want to keep using it.


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On 5/28/2020 at 9:07 PM, Play18 said:

I’ve posted 15 rounds at my course and disappointed with the SX400 thus far. Half of the rounds wouldn’t let me measure shots, freeze during the round or shutdown. I’ve had to use Golfshot iOS Apple Watch as a backup. Not sure if I want to keep using it.


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Have you tried Sky Caddie's customer service?  Really sounds like you got a lemon. 

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Have you tried Sky Caddie's customer service?  Really sounds like you got a lemon. 


Thanks. I’ll call them tomorrow. I’m a former user of the handheld and watch and happy with their performances. I’m kinda bummed that I got the SX400 prior to the amazing MGS SX400, storage case and skin deal.


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1 hour ago, Play18 said:

 


Thanks. I’ll call them tomorrow. I’m a former user of the handheld and watch and happy with their performances. I’m kinda bummed that I got the SX400 prior to the amazing MGS SX400, storage case and skin deal.


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