Shankster Posted October 28, 2020 Share Posted October 28, 2020 Hello Friends - It wouldn’t be The Masters if I didn’t start this thread a few weeks early. It is a little late in the year, but a spectacular sight at Augusta. (A little foreshadowing), check out the fall colors and how green the grass is. Coming off of his US Open Win, Bryson DeChambeau looks to add another notch in his Masters belt... with a 48” driver no doubt. Back from injury is the nemesis of BAD himself, Mr. Brooks Koepka ladies and gentlemen is hungry, hungry for a win, and and adding the green jacket to his impressive 4 major titles. Rory McIlroy, a new father has his eyes set on the green jacket himself. It would bring him to another plateau. Some past winners in the mix at Augusta, Phil, Tiger, Sergio, Danny Willet.., and Freddy... among many others, including Patrick Reed, and Adam Scott. Unfortunately, the Par 3 event has been canceled.... so hopefully we get to see the starters out there. I wouldn’t mind them bringing another past winner into the fold. to tide over for the Bermuda championship, please enjoy these Gifs. StrokerAce, silver & black, Crowev01 and 5 others 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickp Posted October 28, 2020 Share Posted October 28, 2020 Sad to see the Par 3 event canceled this year but should be back next year.Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Shankster 1 Quote Rick Left Hand, Driver; PXG 0311XF Cypher 50 gr Senior 5 wood; Ping 425, Senior Shaft 55 gr 7 wood; Ping 425, Senior Shaft 55 gr 5 hybrid; Cally Steelhead, Hazardous R2 Irons; Mizuno JPX 923HM 7-GW Recoil 460 F2 Wedges; Titleist S9 54*, Mizuno SW 56* Putter; Waaay too many to list Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jb0330 Posted October 28, 2020 Share Posted October 28, 2020 Really looking forward to this!!! It will for sure be the Masters in a different light. Fall colors, Fall weather, and I am sure the course will play different too. I agree with [mention=69092]Rickp[/mention] sad to not see the Par 3 event this year but hopefully it'll be back next year. Side question. If this event goes well or plays different and the players and fans like it. What are the chances they move it to the fall again in the future? Shankster 1 Quote 2020 TESTER Ben Hogan UiHi 18* Utility Iron Driver: - Anser - 8.5* - Fujikara Red Blur 005 XStiff - Standard L/L 3W: - SQ Sumo - Mitsubishi Rayon Diamana Stiff - Standard L/L Hybrid 3: - Machspeed - UST Mamiya AXIVCore XStiff -Standard L/L Irons: - Idea Black CB3 4-GW - KBS Tour Stiff+ - Standard L/L Wedges: - Vokey 52*, 54*, 60* - True Temper Wedge - Standard L/L Putter: - Versa Blade - 35in Ball: NXT Tour Bag: - Ultra Light Cart Bag Loc: USA/MD Handicap: 13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PMookie Posted October 28, 2020 Share Posted October 28, 2020 Can’t wait!!!! Shankster 1 Quote Driver: Ping G430 Max 9*, Ping Tour 70X Fairway: Ping G425 15*, Ping Tour 70X Hybrid: Ping G425 22*, Ping Tour 80X Irons: Ping i230 4-GW, TT DG X100 Wedges: SMS 50D/54V/58DModus 130 stiff, +1” Putter: EAS 1.0 Ball: Titleist 2023 AVX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted October 28, 2020 Author Share Posted October 28, 2020 I am curious to see if Brooks can pull it off here . I’ve been thinking about it, the course (from what I’ve seen in video and pictures) does not set up well for a fader. Sure Jack and Tiger both favored the fade, but that’s Jack and Tiger. Yes they can move the ball around with ease, but stock faders. Faders: Jack Ben Tiger Freddy Bubba (doesn’t count) Sergio Speith I know I am missing a ton. Drawers: Patrick Reed Adam Scott And I’m drawing a blank... maybe it is a faders course. The Wild and Crazy: Seve wht do you think? My list is not all inclusive, but it seems that it leans towards the fade club? Kenny B 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny B Posted October 28, 2020 Share Posted October 28, 2020 40 minutes ago, Shankster said: I am curious to see if Brooks can pull it off here . I’ve been thinking about it, the course (from what I’ve seen in video and pictures) does not set up well for a fader. Sure Jack and Tiger both favored the fade, but that’s Jack and Tiger. Yes they can move the ball around with ease, but stock faders. Faders: Jack Ben Tiger Freddy Bubba (doesn’t count) Sergio Speith I know I am missing a ton. Drawers: Patrick Reed Adam Scott And I’m drawing a blank... maybe it is a faders course. The Wild and Crazy: Seve wht do you think? My list is not all inclusive, but it seems that it leans towards the fade club? Personally, I've always liked "straight". Not as easy to get into trouble. However, I'm not sure that BAD has the short game for Augusta. He could surprise me. I am also not ruling out Phil, unless he goes crazy wild. If Brooks is on his game, he could be tough to beat, but he hasn't shown his old form yet. DJ has a better chance. Personally, I'm liking one of the young guns for a first Masters win... Morikawa, Xander, Wolff, Cantley; just don't know which one. Oh yeah, JT... he's hungry!! tony@CIC, aerospace_ray and Shankster 3 Quote “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...
Shankster Posted October 28, 2020 Author Share Posted October 28, 2020 16 minutes ago, Kenny B said: Personally, I've always liked "straight". Not as easy to get into trouble. However, I'm not sure that BAD has the short game for Augusta. He could surprise me. I am also not ruling out Phil, unless he goes crazy wild. If Brooks is on his game, he could be tough to beat, but he hasn't shown his old form yet. DJ has a better chance. Personally, I'm liking one of the young guns for a first Masters win... Morikawa, Xander, Wolff, Cantley; just don't know which one. Oh yeah, JT... he's hungry!! I just don’t know what it is about that group of young guns. I have a hard time not falling asleep when they are at the top. JT would be cool... Speaking of firsts. Wouldn’t it be cool if C Hoff won? Not sure if he is even going to be in the field. Kenny B 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejgaudette Posted October 28, 2020 Share Posted October 28, 2020 Should be fun to see the different condition though given that the greens are the same should still be a good challenge. Lot of great players with a chance, even if BADs short game it a bit worse the distance might be to much. I am sure the dispersion from 100 yards out even for him is much tighter than anyone at 150. Of course Brooks has a chance though coming off and injury can be tough, and of course DJ is usually in the hunt. Should be a fun one to watch, can't wait. Shankster and Kenny B 2 Quote Epic Max LS 9° Ventus Blue 6X (2021 Official Review) | Epic Speed 18° Evenflow Riptide 70g 6.0 816 H1 21° Diamana S+ Blue 70 S | SMS 4-5/SMS Pro 6-PW Steelfiber i95 S (2023 Official Review) Glide 4.0 50°.12°S/54°.14°W/58°.6°T PING Z-Z115 Wedge Flex | SOFT 11S Super Stroke Mid-Slim 2.0 Hoofer Bag | Pro V1 | Right Handed | Tracked by V3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fixyurdivot Posted October 29, 2020 Share Posted October 29, 2020 Cantlay has both the game and the current hot streak to get it done in Augusta. It sure will be odd not seeing the magnolias, azaleas, and flowering dogwoods in bloom. I agree that JT is in slow burn after the mental lapses on the closing 9 last week and will undoubtedly be bringing an extra gear and level of focus. I don't care who wins. I'm just glad the tour is playing and we won't go a golf year without The Masters... the greatest venue in all of sports IMHO. Kenny B, HardcoreLooper and Shankster 3 Quote G410 Plus, 9 Degree Driver G400 SFT, 16 Degree 3w G400 SFT, 19 Degree 5w ZX5 Irons 4-AW Glide 2.0 56 Degree SW (removed from double secret probation ) ER5v Putter (Evnroll ER5v Official Review) AI-One Milled Seven T CH (Currently Under Product Test) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted October 29, 2020 Author Share Posted October 29, 2020 18 minutes ago, fixyurdivot said: Cantlay has both the game and the current hot streak to get it done in Augusta. It sure will be odd not seeing the magnolias, azaleas, and flowering dogwoods in bloom. I agree that JT is in slow burn after the mental lapses on the closing 9 last week and will undoubtedly be bringing an extra gear and level of focus. I don't care who wins. I'm just glad the tour is playing and we won't go a golf year without The Masters... the greatest venue in all of sports IMHO. I am really wondering if they’ll figure out how to make the leaves more colorful. I imagine it would be a spectacle of sorts. Kenny B and Rickp 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fixyurdivot Posted October 29, 2020 Share Posted October 29, 2020 4 minutes ago, Shankster said: I am really wondering if they’ll figure out how to make the leaves more colorful. I imagine it would be a spectacle of sorts. HD Photoshop? Shankster 1 Quote G410 Plus, 9 Degree Driver G400 SFT, 16 Degree 3w G400 SFT, 19 Degree 5w ZX5 Irons 4-AW Glide 2.0 56 Degree SW (removed from double secret probation ) ER5v Putter (Evnroll ER5v Official Review) AI-One Milled Seven T CH (Currently Under Product Test) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted October 29, 2020 Author Share Posted October 29, 2020 25 minutes ago, fixyurdivot said: HD Photoshop? In 101k. Is that a thing yet? Or are we still in the 5k era? Rickp 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrogginBullfish Posted October 29, 2020 Share Posted October 29, 2020 Well, I think Jon Rahm should be a pick high on everybody's list. Since 2010, of people with at least 12 rounds played at ANGC, he leads everyone in both Par 4 and Par 5 scoring. The only issue is his Par 3 play is 62nd out of 97.I think Bryson is a solid pick as well. I'm really interested in seeing how he attacks the course.But, I'd love for #16 and #83 to drop.Sent from my Pixel 2 using MyGolfSpy mobile app Rickp and Shankster 2 Quote DRIVER PXG 0811XF GEN4 (10.5°) FAIRWAY WOODS PXG 0341XF GEN4 (16°) HYBRIDS PXG 0317XF GEN4 (19°), PXG 0317X GEN4 (22°) IRONS PXG 0311T GEN3 (5 - 9) WEDGES TAYLORMADE MG3 (45°, 50°, 55° TW Grind, 60° TW Grind) PUTTER PXG BATTLE READY ONE & DONE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted October 29, 2020 Author Share Posted October 29, 2020 28 minutes ago, FrogginBullfish said: Well, I think Jon Rahm should be a pick high on everybody's list. Since 2010, of people with at least 12 rounds played at ANGC, he leads everyone in both Par 4 and Par 5 scoring. The only issue is his Par 3 play is 62nd out of 97. I think Bryson is a solid pick as well. I'm really interested in seeing how he attacks the course. But, I'd love for #16 and #83 to drop. Sent from my Pixel 2 using MyGolfSpy mobile app Yeah. I wouldn’t mind 16 either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny B Posted October 29, 2020 Share Posted October 29, 2020 1 hour ago, Shankster said: I am really wondering if they’ll figure out how to make the leaves more colorful. I imagine it would be a spectacle of sorts. Do you suppose they will have grounds crew dressed in whites picking up every leaf as they fall?? Shankster and tony@CIC 2 Quote “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...
Kenny B Posted October 29, 2020 Share Posted October 29, 2020 2 hours ago, fixyurdivot said: Cantlay has both the game and the current hot streak to get it done in Augusta. It sure will be odd not seeing the magnolias, azaleas, and flowering dogwoods in bloom. I agree that JT is in slow burn after the mental lapses on the closing 9 last week and will undoubtedly be bringing an extra gear and level of focus. I don't care who wins. I'm just glad the tour is playing and we won't go a golf year without The Masters... the greatest venue in all of sports IMHO. I agree on Cantley. I picked him to win last week. I'm just not sure if he knows how to play Augusta yet. He has the tools, but I'm not sure he knows where the misses have to be. Spieth figured it out early in his career with help from Ben Crenshaw. Too bad Spieth lost his tools. Shankster 1 Quote “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...
Shankster Posted October 31, 2020 Author Share Posted October 31, 2020 I wonder what Tiger has planned for his champions dinner? ncwoz, Kenny B and Rickp 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gman8966 Posted October 31, 2020 Share Posted October 31, 2020 I'm really excited to see Bryson knock it around the course. He's been hyping it up with his instagram videos and such! Going to be fun to watch. Shankster 1 Quote I'm a hockey player playing golf today. TSR3, Ventus Blue Velocore 7X JPX 921 Tour Irons Evnroll EV5.1 ProV1x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Middler Posted October 31, 2020 Share Posted October 31, 2020 My favorite tournament by far, really looking forward to it. Not sure what to expect playing in November with no fans. I’d like to see JT or Rickie win BUT predicting winners is impossible, I’ll be happy for any winner as long as it’s not Sergio or Bryson. tony@CIC, HeathS16, jb0330 and 1 other 4 Quote Titleist TSR2 11° HZRDUS Red CB 50 6.0 w Lamkin UTx Midsize Titleist TSR2 16.5º HZRDUS Red 60 CB 6.0 & TSR2 21º HZRDUS Black 4G 70 6.0 w Lamkin UTx Midsize Mizuno JPX923 HMP 4-GW, T22 54.12WS, T22 58.04DC w Lamkin ST+2 Hybrid Midsize Evnroll EV5.3 Maxfli Tour & ProV1 Ping Pioneer - MGI Zip Navigator AT Payntr X 002 LE, Ecco Biom C4, Payntr X 001 F (Mesh) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny B Posted November 1, 2020 Share Posted November 1, 2020 12 hours ago, Shankster said: I wonder what Tiger has planned for his champions dinner? Ask Fuzzy Zoeller. Rickp, GaDawg and Tom the Golf Nut 1 2 Quote “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...
bens197 Posted November 1, 2020 Share Posted November 1, 2020 I read a stat that Bryson is dead last (58th) of eligible players in strokes gained at Augusta. That could be attributed to them not allowing green books during rounds. I’m sure he’s spending every waking moment studying them in preparation but he’s still someone who relies heavily on in-round notes and tools. I am hoping to see a first time winner so I’ll throw these three...Collin, Finau, Wolff. PMookie and Rickp 2 Quote Titleist TSi3 Fujikura Speeder NX Blue 60X TaylorMade SIM2 3 wood Fujilkura Ventus Blue 7-X Titleist U505 2 Tensei 1K Black 85 X Titleist T100 4-P Nippon Modus 3 120X PING S159 50-S 55-H 59-T DG X100 Vokey SM8 50, SM9 54 & 60 Nippon Modus 3 120s L.A.B. MEZZ Max Broom Accra 47" 79.5* Srixon Z-Star XV Currently testing the 2024 PING S159 wedges… https://forum.mygolfspy.com/topic/63483-testers-announced-ping-s159-wedges/ Was testing, still loving the 2023 Titleist T100 Irons 4-P https://forum.mygolfspy.com/topic/60456-titleist-t-series-irons-2023-forum-review/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bens197 Posted November 1, 2020 Share Posted November 1, 2020 And Nike just announced these Masters tribute shoes...take my damn money HardcoreLooper 1 Quote Titleist TSi3 Fujikura Speeder NX Blue 60X TaylorMade SIM2 3 wood Fujilkura Ventus Blue 7-X Titleist U505 2 Tensei 1K Black 85 X Titleist T100 4-P Nippon Modus 3 120X PING S159 50-S 55-H 59-T DG X100 Vokey SM8 50, SM9 54 & 60 Nippon Modus 3 120s L.A.B. MEZZ Max Broom Accra 47" 79.5* Srixon Z-Star XV Currently testing the 2024 PING S159 wedges… https://forum.mygolfspy.com/topic/63483-testers-announced-ping-s159-wedges/ Was testing, still loving the 2023 Titleist T100 Irons 4-P https://forum.mygolfspy.com/topic/60456-titleist-t-series-irons-2023-forum-review/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny B Posted November 1, 2020 Share Posted November 1, 2020 3 hours ago, bens197 said: And Nike just announced these Masters tribute shoes...take my damn money Cutting costs?? Nike only putting 2 spikes on each shoe?? Looks like a size 4. GaDawg, bens197 and JohnSmalls 3 Quote “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...
dhartmann34 Posted November 1, 2020 Share Posted November 1, 2020 And Nike just announced these Masters tribute shoes...take my damn money That's uuuuuuugly.... Sent from my SM-G975U using Tapatalk bens197, GaDawg, PMookie and 3 others 3 1 2 Quote Driver: G400 (8*) with Diamana Kai'li X-stiff Fairway: G400 (14.5*) with Diamana Kai'li X-stiff Irons: Crossover 3 iron (19*) with TT Dynamic Gold 120 S400 shaft AP3 (4/5) and AP2 (6-PW) with TT Dynamic Gold 120 S400 shafts Wedges: Scor 50*, 54*, and 58* with TT Dynamic Gold 120 S400 shafts Putter: Pro Platinum Newport 2 Midslant Handicap: 3 Location: Illinois...until i can get my wife to move to a warmer climate Right Handed: Although sometimes I wonder if left handed would suit me better Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeathS16 Posted November 1, 2020 Share Posted November 1, 2020 My favorite tournament by far, really looking forward to it. Not sure what to expect playing in November with no fans. I’d like to see JT or Rickie win BUT predicting winners is impossible, I’ll be happy for any winner as long as it’s not Sergio or Bryson.I will second this. I’m going with Spieth, he hasn’t had the Masters yet this year to fix his game. I think Augusta will cure him. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Quote Driver: TSi3 Tester Check out the Review HERE 2-Iron- 699-U 5-Wood: Pro (18*) Irons : i210 4-PW Wedges: RTX-4 50* and 54* RTX-3 *58 Putter: Impact No. 3 Ball: MAXFLI TOUR Tracked by: Bag: BagBoy ZTF Stand Bag (REVIEW HERE) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted November 1, 2020 Author Share Posted November 1, 2020 55 minutes ago, HeathS16 said: I will second this. I’m going with Spieth, he hasn’t had the Masters yet this year to fix his game. I think Augusta will cure him. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy I thought about this for a while a few days ago. I’ll probably end up regretting it later, but I don’t think he will win again. Not any time soon anyways. I hope he proves me wrong. HardcoreLooper, Rickp and HeathS16 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeathS16 Posted November 1, 2020 Share Posted November 1, 2020 I thought about this for a while a few days ago. I’ll probably end up regretting it later, but I don’t think he will win again. Not any time soon anyways. I hope he proves me wrong.Hard to imagine it since he has been in the wilderness...I get it but Augusta just has some effect one him. I still believe, not sure I’ll ever bet against him at the Masters. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Rickp, Kenny B and Shankster 3 Quote Driver: TSi3 Tester Check out the Review HERE 2-Iron- 699-U 5-Wood: Pro (18*) Irons : i210 4-PW Wedges: RTX-4 50* and 54* RTX-3 *58 Putter: Impact No. 3 Ball: MAXFLI TOUR Tracked by: Bag: BagBoy ZTF Stand Bag (REVIEW HERE) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrogginBullfish Posted November 1, 2020 Share Posted November 1, 2020 Saw a tweet from Scott Fawcett that ANGC have repositioned a tree on the left hand side of 13 to try to stop people cutting the corner off the tee.Just a rumour right now, but wouldn't surprise me if we see some trees in new positions either at the November edition or the April edition next year.I'm still a bit surprised they haven't yet utilized the land they bought behind 13 tee to lengthen the hole.Sent from my Pixel 2 using MyGolfSpy mobile app Rickp 1 Quote DRIVER PXG 0811XF GEN4 (10.5°) FAIRWAY WOODS PXG 0341XF GEN4 (16°) HYBRIDS PXG 0317XF GEN4 (19°), PXG 0317X GEN4 (22°) IRONS PXG 0311T GEN3 (5 - 9) WEDGES TAYLORMADE MG3 (45°, 50°, 55° TW Grind, 60° TW Grind) PUTTER PXG BATTLE READY ONE & DONE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted November 1, 2020 Author Share Posted November 1, 2020 22 minutes ago, FrogginBullfish said: Saw a tweet from Scott Fawcett that ANGC have repositioned a tree on the left hand side of 13 to try to stop people cutting the corner off the tee. Just a rumour right now, but wouldn't surprise me if we see some trees in new positions either at the November edition or the April edition next year. I'm still a bit surprised they haven't yet utilized the land they bought behind 13 tee to lengthen the hole. Sent from my Pixel 2 using MyGolfSpy mobile app I agree, but why mess it up? It’s just such a great golf course. Sometimes you just have to leave stuff alone. Rickp 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted November 1, 2020 Author Share Posted November 1, 2020 Rosie teasing the #Movember... we could possibly have the throwiest of throwbacks if everyone rolls up to Augusta looking like 1975 and those Nike shoes on... Dig it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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