The First Post Thread

[GolfSpy_APH]

For all those joining and not really sure what to say or what to post, this is the thread for you! 

Meant for all first time posters to say hi, why they joined or whatever else comes to mind. An open thread to get you started on your posting journey. 

For all those with 100's or even more posts let's give the new members some space,  but drop them a like to get them going!

Welcome all to the MyGolfSpy Forum!

[Swing Dr Bob]

Hi, I've been following MyGolfSpy for their product reviews. Decided to take the plunge and join since I spend most of my spare time these days thinking about or playing golf. Thanks for the opportunity.  Cheers!

Also just joined the Mediocre Golf Association, Lower Shore Chapter.  Look into a chapter near you or start your own. 

Cheers!

[irishmonk]

Hi. cool to see a big community of golf nuts here too...haha

[Dubsee]

Happy to be part of this cool community. Let's get it!

[DeanJellyBean]

Nothing like a Masters competition to get me to join.

Also been considering the benefits of carrying a 15 and 18 degree fairway wood in the bag, and dropping driver. Does anyone do that and what gapping do you see?

[Chachi]

Hello fellow Golf Nerds,

I've been following MyGolfSpy for years, reading the product reviews, etc.

I'm also subscribed to the newsletter.

Thought it was about time to join the forums.

[Eclough]

Hey Everyone! New to the forum and looking to forward to interacting!

[Josh Parker]

On 4/8/2024 at 9:30 AM, DeanJellyBean said:

Nothing like a Masters competition to get me to join.

Also been considering the benefits of carrying a 15 and 18 degree fairway wood in the bag, and dropping driver. Does anyone do that and what gapping do you see?

As someone who has had driver issues, I have played with a 2iron and have hit 3w off tees many of times. New TM mini is always a good option.

What issues are you having with driver?  Lessons an option?

[Claig]

Hey all,

I have enjoyed the club/ball test data from MyGolfSpy and looking forward to checking out the forums and hopefully contributing as a tester at some point. 

See y'all out on the course.

[Cdtauriello]

Hello. New member here. Long time reader. I figured since all I do is think about golf while I’m off the course I might as well get in here. Hit em well!

[Rob Person]

Welcome aboard to all of you!!

[JMAC60]

Joined today.  Read a lot of MGS reviews over the years.  Decided to join the forums.  Love the game.  Love the sticks.  Looking forward to the info and banter.

[MajorMike]

New to the site but not golf.  Retired USAF living in Florida.  Haven't played in years due to health but trying to start again, used to be an 11 hcp and hope to get near that again.

[DeanJellyBean]

19 hours ago, Josh Parker said:

As someone who has had driver issues, I have played with a 2iron and have hit 3w off tees many of times. New TM mini is always a good option.

What issues are you having with driver?  Lessons an option?

Have been for Lessons. Mostly corrected the main issues but misses with the driver are still a lot worse then with the 3W. I am also fortunately blessed with distance and a 3W still gets me in the range of most of my playing partners drivers, 10-15 yards back at most. Highest iron I carry is a 3i which currently leaves a 30-40 gap to my 3W. Figured a 5W would fit between 3i and 3W and serve to close that gap and dropping driver would take away big misses. 

[MattMancinelli]

Hi everyone, happy to be joining this awesome community! 

[CDot14]

First post here from Santa Barbara, CA! Trying to build up more of a community in our town with hungry golfers that want to get outside over weekends/weekdays and everything in-between (even getting back into competitions through SCGA)!  Reach out if you are around the central coast, California and have time to squeeze in some extra rounds!

[BigTgolfer]

Masters tomorrow! Can’t wait. Fowler or Zalatoris! 

Let’s go 
 

[GBRGOFF]

Aloha everyone. My name is gabe gunter and I am 28 years of age. Just fell in love with the game about 2 years ago when I moved back w my parents here in Hawaii. My brother has been golfing way longer than me and I was focusing on college baseball and a couple pro opportunities. However, I always knew golf would be there for me when I was done playing on the diamond so here i am. Goin thru what all Golfers go thru but the mental habits from baseball are so hard to break but I do love the process of striving for perfection. W that said I look forward to my next career/lifetime hobby being a hardcore not quite amateur golfer! pleaser to say hello to everyone and aloha

[Kylosd]

I have benefited from many discussions on the forum so thought I will dive in too.

[unccross]

Welcome aboard everyone!

[NotScratchYet]

Hello all!  

Quick intro, played this game for 20+ years with many amazing memories.  Fell out of the game for a while as my dad passed who I always played with.  3 kids later and I'm back.  Started playing again occasionally 5 years ago but got back to a serious commitment 2 years ago.  

So 2 years ago I figured I have a go at the club championship, cause why not?  Day one is a round from the back tees with witnesses to attest your score.  I played well (for me) that day.  Shot a 1 over and got put in a flight WAY out of my league for the following day.  Playing with 2 future college golf recruits who definitely had game.  I stepped up to the tee and duck-hooked by ball straight OB.  I Reteed and put another one down the left but playable.  An 8 was recorded on the first and it was all downhill from there.  The head pro stopped me as I dragged my way back in and asked about my round, head held high I replied 89.  I didn't play in it last year, but gonna give it another shot this one.  2 consistent rounds are all I am looking for, but we will see.  Happy to be here and wish everyone a great season.

 

[MrSleepyhead]

Hello all,

I am here to prove once and for all I am not just all the gear no idea! And add some value back with product feedback if I get chosen as a tester!

[LVoge]

Hello everyone. Glad to be apart of the forum. 

[Javs]

On 4/9/2024 at 6:48 PM, MajorMike said:

New to the site but not golf.  Retired USAF living in Florida.  Haven't played in years due to health but trying to start again, used to be an 11 hcp and hope to get near that again.

Welcome to the forum. Are you a Purple Heart recipient? Thank you for your service! 

[MajorMike]

35 minutes ago, Javs said:

Welcome to the forum. Are you a Purple Heart recipient? Thank you for your service! 

Thank you, and yes, I was at Khobar Towers in '96 when they bombed it.  Medically retired (from USAF) due to wounds (I have TBI).  I'm looking for a better pic to use.

[Javs]

38 minutes ago, MajorMike said:

Thank you, and yes, I was at Khobar Towers in '96 when they bombed it.  Medically retired (from USAF) due to wounds (I have TBI).  I'm looking for a better pic to use.

Well hope any lingering issues are healing and you still have a good quality of life. I was wounded in action in Iraq in 2006. I can fully appreciate the challenges that come with the TBI, back and knee issues. Being wounded is a day I would gladly give back! Hope you are enjoying your post military life. Golf is a great place to escape the day to day issues. You know that you are eligible for the Hero’s Program with PXG if you are interested in their clubs and gear. Just have to verify on ID.me. They have great deals. Hope to see you as a regular on the forum!

[MajorMike]

39 minutes ago, Javs said:

Well hope any lingering issues are healing and you still have a good quality of life. I was wounded in action in Iraq in 2006. I can fully appreciate the challenges that come with the TBI, back and knee issues. Being wounded is a day I would gladly give back! Hope you are enjoying your post military life. Golf is a great place to escape the day to day issues. You know that you are eligible for the Hero’s Program with PXG if you are interested in their clubs and gear. Just have to verify on ID.me. They have great deals. Hope to see you as a regular on the forum!

Thx brother, and I hope you are doing well too.

[Javs]

21 minutes ago, MajorMike said:

Thx brother, and I hope you are doing well too.

Thank you!

[Bedge]

Hello!  I've read several articles from MyGolfSpy and love the content.  I can definitely go down a rabbit hole of club research, testing, and reviews.  Looking forward to participating in the forums and hopefully becoming a tester.  

 

[raw10628]

Love the site. Look forward to being part of the community!