2023: Want To Be a MGS Forum Tester? Read Here!

[GolfSpy_APH]

3 hours ago, glenmore5 said:

Why don't people read !!!!

 

Frustrating for reg users to see these comments....how do the mods cope ?

Really it is okay. 

There is only so much we can do. The title of the thread, the front end message spells it all out and is as big and bold as can be. However many will read what they want to and ignore much else. We try to make it clear, but only so much that we can do. 

Trust me we have significantly larger other priorities than the pick me pick me comments, which are explicitly stated not to be posted in this thread. 

[Headhammer]

19 hours ago, cajin said:

Would love this oppertunity love titlest products have used them for my 45 years in the game of Golf ...Still play fairly well and think I could give a honest review pleaseeeeeeeeeeeeee let me 

I love this post!! Pick him Pleaseeeeeeeeeeee!

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One of the first skills we look for in a tester is reading comprehension

[Getoffmylawn]

15 minutes ago, Golfspy_Lukes said:

One of the first skills we look for in a tester is reading comprehension

[Tom the Golf Nut]

9 minutes ago, EasyPutter said:

No photo, no posts other than "you just gotta pick me" and apparently not a lick of concern about anything.

If only I were still that flexible. 

[Rickp]

2 hours ago, EasyPutter said:

No photo, no posts other than "you just gotta pick me" and apparently not a lick of concern about anything.

Yup, only want Free Stuff.

[Javs]

I am brand new so, found this post on testing very informative. Looking for any tips to make being a member on the site more rewarding. Thanks!

[GolfSpy_APH]

1 hour ago, Javs said:

I am brand new so, found this post on testing very informative. Looking for any tips to make being a member on the site more rewarding. Thanks!

Biggest piece of advice is jump in have some fun and find threads that interest you. If you have questions you can always reach out to one of us mods and we will be happy to help. 

Welcome!

[DaveP043]

1 hour ago, Javs said:

I am brand new so, found this post on testing very informative. Looking for any tips to make being a member on the site more rewarding. Thanks!

 

7 minutes ago, GolfSpy_APH said:

Biggest piece of advice is jump in have some fun and find threads that interest you. If you have questions you can always reach out to one of us mods and we will be happy to help. 

Welcome!

I'll pile on here, this is one of the most considerate and respectful forums I've ever been a part of, so please join in with your opinions and experiences.  Another thing to add, do not underestimate the amount of effort that it takes to do a good review.  It involves a big investment of time and attention to do it right.  I've been lucky enough to be selected for a few opportunities, and each one is both a lot of fun, and a good bit of stress trying to get it right.  Yeah, I've been "given" some free gear, but that gift comes with a responsibility to honestly evaluate and document my experiences with a new bit of gear, to take good photos or videos, to write clearly, basically to justify the trust the mods have had in me.  Welcome to MGS, I'll watch for your posts.

[thedude69]

These are some amazing opportunities. I cannot wait for my chance. Thank you for all the work that you do.

[GolfSpy_APH]

As we have crossed the date into 2023 it is time for an update to this thread. 

A lot if not all of you know we had some changes in terms of testing opportunities in 2022 which was scaled back in terms of what had become the norm in prior years. While I do not have a schedule for the upcoming season as to what is on the horizon I can tell you we will have some great opportunities once again coming to our forum members. 

That being said as we do not know exactly how many tests are coming there are a few things I want to make everyone aware of before we head in. 

First is despite what many of the social media posts say for example "must follow" "tag 2 or 3 friends" etc we still select the testers as mods and our requirements have not changed. We still actively try to bring in new testers and we value activity on the forum first and foremost... which leads into my next point.

We had a good group last year as a whole, however we did have a few who went mia which is unfortunate however it does happen. However forum activity is going to be very important and a larger consideration moving forward. While we still will work hard to get new members involved, recent activity will be a very important focus point for us. This doesn't mean life time posting and history of posts, but recent activity on the forum. 

Next is as we do not know how many tests are coming there will be a cap at one test per year per tester. This may be overridden on golf ball tests as they are smaller, but just know that if you apply for a test and are selected that will be your test for the season. In other words choose carefully what you apply for and only apply for those tests that you want to test or are excited to test. 

We are excited for this coming year and it will kick off with the Cobalt test who will have testers announced in the coming days. It has been great to see some off season tests this season and of course if you have questions reach out!

For those of you who want some quick hit points to being selected here are some tips we look for!
1. Profile photo - no photo no selection its that simple
2. Get involved - we want to see that you going to do a good review for our community so having some posting history even if brief is important!
3. Complete your profile: Even if it is 75% complete that is considered completed (the other 25% is for additional questions which you can answer by going into profile settings) however having a profile completed to the 75% shows interest in the forum.
4. Follow the forum instructions! (ie please do not apply here ... if anything it will hurt chances)
5. Finally ask questions, start a thread of your own, introduce yourself or any of that! 

 

We often select one new tester per test and there are many of them here in this thread that can attest to that or some that will hopefully chime in after seeing this post!

Once again if you have questions just ask! Whether here or via the PM system to the mods we will be happy to assist where we can!

[GolfSpy_APH]

As requested this has been added to the top and now in big and red to be noticed! 

[GolfSpy_APH]

We are creeping up on testing season and we have many new members who will want to get in on the testing action. It isn't that difficult to be selected, but we do look for certain things from our members. If you are curious what they are you can read the post that is 2 up from this one and it will give you a quick shot of what we look for. 

For more in depth please go to the first page and read the long winded, but very thorough post which was done last year. It goes through all the ins outs and more to help your efforts in getting selected!

[GolfSpy_APH]

Who's getting excited for member testing? Lots of new faces around and for those of you who are new hear be sure to check out this thread to get the lay of the land and sort out how testing works and more!

[Jnoble89]

53 minutes ago, GolfSpy_APH said:

Who's getting excited for member testing? Lots of new faces around and for those of you who are new hear be sure to check out this thread to get the lay of the land and sort out how testing works and more!

I am beyond excited to see what 2023 is going to have in store for member testing. I've been anxiously awaiting this and the MGS donor raffle. I feel like a kid in a candy store! 

[tony@CIC]

On 2/9/2022 at 10:25 AM, russtopherb said:

Darn it, @GolfSpy_BOSbeat me to the fake joke application.

 I'm more impressed by reviews that point out issues and concerns vs those that just fawn over every aspect of the gear. Hopefully this will be a solid year for reviews... and on time deliveries! 

That's like google or other reviews - I always go to the least rated reviews and comments - 1 & 2 stars. That generally gives me a better understand ing of what to expect. 

[GolfSpy BOS]

1 hour ago, GolfSpy_APH said:

Who's getting excited for member testing? Lots of new faces around and for those of you who are new hear be sure to check out this thread to get the lay of the land and sort out how testing works and more!

Name:  GolfSpy_BOS

Location:  Boston, MA

Swingspeed:  You can't handle the truth!

Model I'd like to test:  All of them!

 

Consider this my official application for the 2023 testing season. 

 

[JohnSmalls]

3 minutes ago, GolfSpy_BOS said:

Name:  GolfSpy_BOS

Location:  Boston, MA

Swingspeed:  You can't handle the truth!

Model I'd like to test:  All of them!

 

Consider this my official application for the 2023 testing season. 

 

You forgot something ^^^

[russtopherb]

50 minutes ago, tony@CIC said:

That's like google or other reviews - I always go to the least rated reviews and comments - 1 & 2 stars. That generally gives me a better understand ing of what to expect. 

Say what you will about online forums and user testing, but I've always enjoyed the reviews here - both the ones I've done as well as the ones I've read from other members. When folks don't like something, they are open and honest about it. That aspect of reviews here gave me the confidence to be critical in a review I did a number of years ago, knowing that I wouldn't be shouted down or getting PMs about saying negative things about the OEM that gave us free gear to use and review. There are no unicorns out there in gear-land, and if I'm spending my money on something I want to make sure it's going to work FOR ME, and honest reviews from other golfers in my skillset are hugely important.

[Placasse61]

I am so interested in testing!!!!