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

[JustJeffy]

I am very much interested in how the Paradym test comes out.  I've been mostly happy with my Srixon Z585 over the last few years, but will probably be looking for a new set of clubs soon.  My clubs get a lot of use and are shared with my three boys so I need to leave them those and get my own separate clubs.  I'll have to hide them for sure. 

[BBills83]

This is my first time trying to be a tester. I hope I get chosen as I have a desire to contribute. Last season I went thru two new sets and found one I really felt great about late. The 1st one was based on reviews and some swings at the golf store. Since they didn't translate well on the course for me, I feel someone of my skill level could really contribute. I play 2+ days a week, weather permitting, so I would love to use that time testing new clubs and providing feedback that will appeal to hackers. 

[GolfSpy_APH]

Just now, BBills83 said:

This is my first time trying to be a tester. I hope I get chosen as I have a desire to contribute. Last season I went thru two new sets and found one I really felt great about late. The 1st one was based on reviews and some swings at the golf store. Since they didn't translate well on the course for me, I feel someone of my skill level could really contribute. I play 2+ days a week, weather permitting, so I would love to use that time testing new clubs and providing feedback that will appeal to hackers. 

Be sure to check out the top post in the red box and the first post in this thread. It will guide you on how to become a tester (red box has some helpful links). Also in the FAQ you can find even more if desired.

Quick hint - no profile photo = no selection 

[Nate Wagner]

6 minutes ago, BBills83 said:

This is my first time trying to be a tester. I hope I get chosen as I have a desire to contribute. Last season I went thru two new sets and found one I really felt great about late. The 1st one was based on reviews and some swings at the golf store. Since they didn't translate well on the course for me, I feel someone of my skill level could really contribute. I play 2+ days a week, weather permitting, so I would love to use that time testing new clubs and providing feedback that will appeal to hackers. 

What irons are you gaming right now?

[bishop952000]

Followed MGS for awhile now. Decided to join the group.  

[hohjoe]

I would love to be a tester for the Callaway Paradym X irons

[GolfSpy_APH]

7 minutes ago, hohjoe said:

I would love to be a tester for the Callaway Paradym X irons

With what will likely be over 6k signups you are one of many! 

Unfortunately this isn't the place for signups for testing but an information thread. Be sure to check out the first first comments and the 2023 update link above in the big red box. 

[Peaksy68]

MyGolfSpy Twitter is still spreading misinformation about testing. Must make the mods job even harder. Does anyone know if the Twitter account is outsourced or run by MGS management? Either way, it diminishes the organisation’s integrity to continue to do this.

 

[cnosil]

13 minutes ago, Peaksy68 said:

MyGolfSpy Twitter is still spreading misinformation about testing. Must make the mods job even harder. Does anyone know if the Twitter account is outsourced or run by MGS management? Either way, it diminishes the organisation’s integrity to continue to do this.

 

Done inhouse; your POC is Bennett.

[GolfSpy_APH]

1 hour ago, Peaksy68 said:

MyGolfSpy Twitter is still spreading misinformation about testing. Must make the mods job even harder. Does anyone know if the Twitter account is outsourced or run by MGS management? Either way, it diminishes the organisation’s integrity to continue to do this.

 

Last years template was used for this test as we pushed it to an earlier date to get everything in. I have been advised that changes will be made to the retweet and such in the future. 

fwiw lets not blast them for helping get more eyes onto the forum and people involved in our stellar community. We do a great job here of educating our members on how we select testers and are very open about it. 

[Jodrell]

I’d love to help out with some of the testing, but do you send any gear outside the US to testers?

[GolfSpy_APH]

6 minutes ago, Jodrell said:

I’d love to help out with some of the testing, but do you send any gear outside the US to testers?

All depends on the OEM and what they are able to supply and provide.

We try to get as many international opportunities as possible for our members around the world, but often they either can't ship international or it can also be a cost thing. 

We do have some international opportunities on the schedule for this season. Some are US/Canada only others worldwide.

[Jodrell]

23 minutes ago, GolfSpy_APH said:

We do have some international opportunities on the schedule for this season. Some are US/Canada only others worldwide.

If you get anything in the UK…I’ll be here!

[Mark Meyer]

Really good explanation. I recently found you guys and was excited about these irons. Glad you guys kind of lay it all out there. Appreciate all the info you guys put out. 

[GolfSpy BOS]

2 minutes ago, Mark Meyer said:

Really good explanation. I recently found you guys and was excited about these irons. Glad you guys kind of lay it all out there. Appreciate all the info you guys put out. 

Thanks for actually reading it.  You just made @GolfSpy_APH smile! haha

[EasyPutter]

9 minutes ago, Mark Meyer said:

Really good explanation. I recently found you guys and was excited about these irons. Glad you guys kind of lay it all out there. Appreciate all the info you guys put out. 

Welcome to the MGS Forum and congratulations for an awesome first post!  Looking forward to seeing more of your posts across the threads of the forum and I think you are going to like the friends I am sure you are going to make - just as I have in my time here. 

[Woody83]

1 minute ago, EasyPutter said:

Welcome to the MGS Forum and congratulations for an awesome first post!  Looking forward to seeing more of your posts across the threads of the forum and I think you are going to like the friends I am sure you are going to make - just as I have in my time here. 

Thank you.

[EasyPutter]

15 minutes ago, Mark Meyer said:

Really good explanation. I recently found you guys and was excited about these irons. Glad you guys kind of lay it all out there. Appreciate all the info you guys put out. 

Congratulations on your first MGS Forum post, hope to see you posting across many threads of the Forum as there is much to read and contribute to, including a thread or two of your own!  Welcome in 

[JCruz]

New member, great info here thanks for the breakdown.

 

Will definitely work on contributing to the forum and hopefully one day be a tester! 

[B_R_A_D_Y]

Am I having a Senior moment? In the past, wasn’t there a button to click to apply to be a tester? I can’t find one for the Cobra test. Can anyone clear my bran fog?

NVM. I was a tester last year. I thought it was 2 yrs ago. Man time flies more and more the older u get.

[GolfSpy BOS]

1 hour ago, B_R_A_D_Y said:

Am I having a Senior moment? In the past, wasn’t there a button to click to apply to be a tester? I can’t find one for the Cobra test. Can anyone clear my bran fog?

NVM. I was a tester last year. I thought it was 2 yrs ago. Man time flies more and more the older u get.

We've got a bug on our end.  I fixed it and you should see the apply button now on the Cobra test page.

[B_R_A_D_Y]

Thank you. That’s good to know. I don’t feel like a complete idiot … 

[cojobro77]

I am super stoked for some testing opportunities. I am new to the forum and still have much to contribute in order for me to actually be selected I believe. Hopefully I can get to a point to be considered for testing opportunities. I love reading the forums on MGS and this site offers so much in many ways and I always tell buddies of mine to hop on here and take advantage of this highly useful online community! Looking forward to sharing thoughts and ideas with ya'll, Hope everyone has a great week and for us northern folk, It's time to hit the links full swing!

[mywong23]

me, too.  At first glance, I thought I saw a button for entry, but continued scanning the page.  When I re-read...I didn't see the entry button.

In any case, Kudos to Cobra and Aerojet for presenting MGS with equipment to make the ultimate contest.

thanks,

[cojobro77]

@mywong23 

[GolferXY]

I'm looking forward to the LAB putter reviews as much as any done previously. I own the Mezz Max and love it [see my unofficial review if interested] but would like to see how the other putters in the lineup compare.  The best thing about MGS user reviews is that you can count on the reviewers to be impartial.  I sometimes wonder if unconscious bias or conscious self interest might play a part in other sites 'professional' reviews.  

[GolfSpy_APH]

On 1/2/2023 at 6:51 PM, GolfSpy_APH said:

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!

For all those new I am quoting my post from a while back. All these things still apply so please read it and know that simple things like no profile photo are an automatic no go for testing. If you need help with that then let us know!

[Cuzy51]

I would be honored to test the LAB Putters

[Cuzy51]

I have for 40 years used only Ping paddle putter grips (black out)

but have tried Garsen grips, would be very unbiased in testing these grips

[Jeffrey wood]

What do I gotta do to get a lab putter?