Author Topic: Golf - how bad are you? (Read 61130 times)

gallden · « **Reply #2080 on:** July 15, 2012, 08:38:32 PM »

Quote from: 1892-WELLZ on July 15, 2012, 06:50:56 PM

held a few clubs with them but just didn't seem to feel right in my hands so would be unfair to comment as ive never swung in anger.

Do you ever lose tack with the grips in the picture, do they bother your hands at all?

1892-WELLZ · « **Reply #2081 on:** July 15, 2012, 09:32:05 PM »

Never, but its horses for courses really... what might suit some may not sit right with someone else but my hands are still fairy soft

Everytime i have played wet or dry they have stayed true.

Think the fact they are multi compound helps too...

Yosser0_0 · « **Reply #2082 on:** July 15, 2012, 10:32:01 PM »

Good evening, greetings from Portugal! Played Oceanico Millennium today, beautiful course. Pinhal on Tuesday, looking forward to it.

http://www.oceanicogolf.com/our-courses/portugal-the-algarve/oceanico-millennium-course/course-overview.html

blert596 · « **Reply #2083 on:** July 16, 2012, 12:13:56 AM »

Played Letham Grange at Arbroath yesterday and Auchmikl in Aberdeen today. Majority wise Ive played quite well. But why oh why can I play shots so well, and then play identical shots so poorly. Aaaggghhh. Anyway the Aberdeen course was a real delight to play. Some really nice holes. Day off work tomorrow and playin carnoustie. Then I'm deffo gonna book some lessons as I'm gettin fed up pretending that I've sorted out my drivin when really its hit and miss.

blert596 · « **Reply #2084 on:** July 16, 2012, 12:17:06 AM »

Oh I'm bookin up a 5 day golf holiday in turkey ad well. Just 2 of us so far but quite a deal without flights. Gonna get Paul pissed an get him to book them up tho :-)

dnkw · « **Reply #2085 on:** July 16, 2012, 11:34:38 AM »

Quote from: blert596 on July 16, 2012, 12:17:06 AM

Oh I'm bookin up a 5 day golf holiday in turkey ad well. Just 2 of us so far but quite a deal without flights. Gonna get Paul pissed an get him to book them up tho :-)

How much are you looking at paying?

red_lfc_costello · « **Reply #2086 on:** July 16, 2012, 11:38:56 AM »

Quote from: Sean_93 on July 13, 2012, 11:18:40 PM

Lovely putter that.

Thanks mate.

LincsRedbob · « **Reply #2087 on:** July 16, 2012, 02:51:45 PM »

i've got a week booked this September in Belek Sueno golf resort...anybody been? All inclusive 5 star 2 courses 18 mates...dosnt sound to bad does it!

blert596 · « **Reply #2088 on:** July 16, 2012, 10:47:10 PM »

Quote from: dnkw on July 16, 2012, 11:34:38 AM

How much are you looking at paying?

Looking at paying up to £500ish. Now unsure as me mate is arsing about over it. From being keen as mustard he's now being really non comittal over dates he can get off. Its complicated that he's said hes gonna take his eldest son on holiday over summer. And his son (19) deffo wont go for a golf holiday.

I dont know why a 19 year old would wanna go on holiday with his auld feller anyway.

Gonna firm it up one way or the other with him this week. Think we'll still get away but it might be a 3 night job now which isnt that great really as I'd like 4 nights min.

I've just been through GolfBreaks so far for a quote, but they're getting on my tits now phoning me up asking me to confirm. Also mailing saying that they cant guarantee me a room or tee off times.

On the plus side I've played Letham Grange, Auchmill, and Carnoustie in the last 3 days. Knackered now like :-)

Auchmill was a nice surprise for a course. But boggy in some places (to be expected I suppose - and theyre doing drainage work) but some really nice holes.

It was quite mild today at Carnoustie, but the wind was still a big factor. At one hole I had a 2nd into a green. The wind was blowing straight in my face, yet the flag on the green was being blown 180 degrees the opposite way. Anything you toss high into the air is in the lap of the gods really. I hit a high lob wedge at one hole. Hit it really well and looked at its on the way to the flag -straight as a die in line. Ball got to the top of its arc and I watched as it was blown totally off its trajectory to end uo 15 yards to the left of the flag. And there wasnt a breeze to be felt. Mad.

the last hole, we played off the white raised tees, and the drive back towards the clubhouse is awesome. Its a double fairway with the first, and the wind blowing from the left made you aim into the middle of the 1st fairway and just watch it come back onto the 18th. Great stuff.

cowtownred · « **Reply #2089 on:** July 16, 2012, 10:59:41 PM »

I have to go to these fucking awful meetings once a year, seriously hate them. But, its now a requirement I keep 'up to date' and tick my boxes. Its a legacy of Shipman (I hate that bastard more every year). So I got to go to a national conference like it or not. You guys (taxpayers) pay for me to go.

Well, this year, the British Orthopaedic Association is in Manchester, mid September. So I'm booking it up now, and to soften the pain I'm going to drive over on the Belfast/Liverpool ferry, bring the clubs, and play Birkdale. Twice. At your expense.

I've always wanted to play that course. In my minds eye the only better course than my own (Portrush) ...

Can't wait.

JP-65 · « **Reply #2090 on:** July 16, 2012, 11:29:16 PM »

Quote from: cowtownred on July 16, 2012, 10:59:41 PM

I have to go to these fucking awful meetings once a year, seriously hate them. But, its now a requirement I keep 'up to date' and tick my boxes. Its a legacy of Shipman (I hate that bastard more every year). So I got to go to a national conference like it or not. You guys (taxpayers) pay for me to go.

Well, this year, the British Orthopaedic Association is in Manchester, mid September. So I'm booking it up now, and to soften the pain I'm going to drive over on the Belfast/Liverpool ferry, bring the clubs, and play Birkdale. Twice. At your expense.

I've always wanted to play that course. In my minds eye the only better course than my own (Portrush) ...

Can't wait.

Love Birkdale, one of my favourites. Try Hillside next door, some wonderful golf holes there as well (plus you may run into Kenny!)

dnkw · « **Reply #2091 on:** July 17, 2012, 04:03:04 PM »

Quote from: blert596 on July 16, 2012, 10:47:10 PM

Looking at paying up to £500ish. Now unsure as me mate is arsing about over it. From being keen as mustard he's now being really non comittal over dates he can get off. Its complicated that he's said hes gonna take his eldest son on holiday over summer. And his son (19) deffo wont go for a golf holiday.

I dont know why a 19 year old would wanna go on holiday with his auld feller anyway.

Gonna firm it up one way or the other with him this week. Think we'll still get away but it might be a 3 night job now which isnt that great really as I'd like 4 nights min.

I've just been through GolfBreaks so far for a quote, but they're getting on my tits now phoning me up asking me to confirm. Also mailing saying that they cant guarantee me a room or tee off times.

On the plus side I've played Letham Grange, Auchmill, and Carnoustie in the last 3 days. Knackered now like :-)

Auchmill was a nice surprise for a course. But boggy in some places (to be expected I suppose - and theyre doing drainage work) but some really nice holes.

It was quite mild today at Carnoustie, but the wind was still a big factor. At one hole I had a 2nd into a green. The wind was blowing straight in my face, yet the flag on the green was being blown 180 degrees the opposite way. Anything you toss high into the air is in the lap of the gods really. I hit a high lob wedge at one hole. Hit it really well and looked at its on the way to the flag -straight as a die in line. Ball got to the top of its arc and I watched as it was blown totally off its trajectory to end uo 15 yards to the left of the flag. And there wasnt a breeze to be felt. Mad.

the last hole, we played off the white raised tees, and the drive back towards the clubhouse is awesome. Its a double fairway with the first, and the wind blowing from the left made you aim into the middle of the 1st fairway and just watch it come back onto the 18th. Great stuff.

Ah well, have a good time, whatever you arrange.

I've never played in Scotland - must head up there sometime. Trouble is I hit the ball quite high - might be a bit testing!

The 5th Benitle · « **Reply #2092 on:** July 17, 2012, 04:24:27 PM »

Had 3 lessons, first since I was a junior. Interesting. Pro didn't touch my swing at all but totally changed my stance, my posture was all over the place.

I have my big booming draw back that I lost a few years ago

AdamR · « **Reply #2093 on:** July 17, 2012, 09:35:28 PM »

Purchased an Odyssey white ice putter which is proving a success so far.

^Comfiest shoes i've ever bought. Cost a fair bit but well worth it.

Yosser0_0 · « **Reply #2094 on:** July 17, 2012, 10:05:25 PM »

Played Pinhal today, much tricker than Millennium which was good as it required much more thought. Hired a buggy which was a new experience for me and definitely worth it when it's this hot. It's forecast 32C on Thursday when I'm booked in at Laguna, as the name suggests it's full of water hazards and I've been advised to take plenty of spare balls.

http://www.oceanicogolf.com/our-courses/portugal-the-algarve/oceanico-pinhal-course/course-overview.html

http://www.oceanicogolf.com/our-courses/portugal-the-algarve/oceanico-laguna-course/course-overview.html

cowtownred · « **Reply #2095 on:** July 17, 2012, 10:59:45 PM »

Quote from: Yosser0_0 on July 17, 2012, 10:05:25 PM

Played Pinhal today, much tricker than Millennium which was good as it required much more thought. Hired a buggy which was a new experience for me and definitely worth it when it's this hot. It's forecast 32C on Thursday when I'm booked in at Laguna, as the name suggests it's full of water hazards and I've been advised to take plenty of spare balls.

http://www.oceanicogolf.com/our-courses/portugal-the-algarve/oceanico-pinhal-course/course-overview.html

http://www.oceanicogolf.com/our-courses/portugal-the-algarve/oceanico-laguna-course/course-overview.html

If you possibly can, try and play san Lorenzo. Its just fantastic, way above anything else out there.

They normally only allow play for those at the Meridien hotels...but in off season (ie now) can be persuaded.

The last 5 holes are stunning.

Yosser0_0 · « **Reply #2096 on:** July 19, 2012, 08:54:51 PM »

Quote from: cowtownred on July 17, 2012, 10:59:45 PM

If you possibly can, try and play san Lorenzo. Its just fantastic, way above anything else out there.

They normally only allow play for those at the Meridien hotels...but in off season (ie now) can be persuaded.

The last 5 holes are stunning.

Cheers, I'd actually booked my rounds online before I came out and I must admit I didn't see that one advertised but I'll look for it in the future.

stevied · « **Reply #2097 on:** July 19, 2012, 09:25:51 PM »

Quote from: AdamR on July 17, 2012, 09:35:28 PM

Purchased an Odyssey white ice putter which is proving a success so far.

^Comfiest shoes i've ever bought. Cost a fair bit but well worth it.

Snap with both purchases, agreed great shoes

Sean_93 · « **Reply #2098 on:** July 23, 2012, 04:56:16 PM »

What lofted wedges to people use?

I'm currently using a pitching wedge which I think is between 45-48 degrees. A 56 degree sand wedge and a 64 degree lob wedge.

Thinking about getting a gap wedge, looking to spend about £30. Any recommendations?

Prof · « **Reply #2099 on:** July 23, 2012, 07:01:11 PM »

Quote from: Sean_93 on July 23, 2012, 04:56:16 PM

What lofted wedges to people use?

I'm currently using a pitching wedge which I think is between 45-48 degrees. A 56 degree sand wedge and a 64 degree lob wedge.

Thinking about getting a gap wedge, looking to spend about £30. Any recommendations?

The thinking behind wedges is to have even gaps in the loft from one to the next. A few years ago, a four wedge system was in vogue as Dave Pelz advocated and Phil Mickelson used for. E.g. 60, 56, 52, 48.

With your current wedges, you have an even distribution, although I personally think 64 is more than you need in a LW, but saying that, it depends on how you swing it.

I play without a SW as my GW (54) and LW (60) have decent bounce angles (necessary for bunker shots)

Why were you thinking of getting a gap wedge? What roles do your current wedges take on (e.g. do you use your SW outside bunkers, do you hit full swings or standard pitch shots with your 64, or keep it in reserve for special shots that need loft)?

tucker1984 · « **Reply #2100 on:** July 24, 2012, 04:20:30 PM »

bought a Nike VRS Driver a few months ago, it has an Adila RIP shaft- stiff flex, which ive been told is a really good shaft, havent been overly keen on it,

hit it at a place today which had a launch monitor, ill post the roughly what stats i was getting below:

Swing Speed- 103mph
Spin rate- 3000
launch angle- 14.7
carry- 230yds
distance 250 yds,

the guy i was talking to seemed clueless, can anyone tell me with that swing speed should i be expecting to hit the ball a bit further than that or does that look about right,

i was pretty sure i would have averaged 10-15 yds more than that to be honest,

keano7 · « **Reply #2101 on:** July 24, 2012, 05:26:04 PM »

Only played golf a few times at the local Allerton golf course (9 hole) but managed to hit a birdie on the par 3 2nd hole last week. It was a bizarre bit of luck as I was pretty ordinary on every other hole but I seem to be getting better. I'd love to know how to play the game properly but I find it incredibly boring to watch.

tucker1984 · « **Reply #2102 on:** July 24, 2012, 09:07:14 PM »

anybody know of any good swing training aids that are relatively cheap? my swing has a pretty steep plane, quite up and down and maybe not around so much if that makes sense, you will see a couple of posts above some stats i posted regarding swing speed which arent bad in my opinion, i do have trouble with consistency, but that could be due to not playing enough

had bought a swingyde a few months ago, practiced religiously for a week or so while using it in the living room with a wedge, went out on the course and duck hooked every shot, so i basically trained myself to duck hook, not good, got myself out of that habit pretty quickly,

so basically looking for something to train me to hit straight on a consistent basis, is there a training aid or swing aid out there that anyone would recommend??

ruairimacliam · « **Reply #2103 on:** July 24, 2012, 10:25:27 PM »

Hi guys.
I'm really enjoying reading up on your trips abroad and your opinions on your bag fillers.
This is my first contribution to this thread.

So my situation. Now that i'm settled again (After University) I'm ready to get back into regular golf (Join local club again and get a handicap).

Now what i'm after is my "first" set of clubs. At the minute i'm using my fathers old slazengers. They're ok but i'm hopeless with the driver and long irons. Relying constantly on my 3 and 5 woods off the tee. The irons I play with ok but I think i'm ready for the first step up.

I've scrolled all over the Internet and I have a couple of sets of irons in mind although the more i scroll the more confused i get.

Can someone give me their opinions on how to go about buying that "first" set of irons and driver. At the minute i'm looking at second hand sets of golfbidder but i dont know how to narrow them down.

Any help appreciated guys.

Sean_93 · « **Reply #2104 on:** July 24, 2012, 10:51:12 PM »

Quote from: Prof on July 23, 2012, 07:01:11 PM

The thinking behind wedges is to have even gaps in the loft from one to the next. A few years ago, a four wedge system was in vogue as Dave Pelz advocated and Phil Mickelson used for. E.g. 60, 56, 52, 48.

With your current wedges, you have an even distribution, although I personally think 64 is more than you need in a LW, but saying that, it depends on how you swing it.

I play without a SW as my GW (54) and LW (60) have decent bounce angles (necessary for bunker shots)

Why were you thinking of getting a gap wedge? What roles do your current wedges take on (e.g. do you use your SW outside bunkers, do you hit full swings or standard pitch shots with your 64, or keep it in reserve for special shots that need loft)?

Cheers for the reply. Thinking of getting a gap wedge because i'm really struggling between 85-100 yards - pitching wedge and sand wedge. I hardly use my SW in a bunker, instead preferring the 64 as i can afford to take a lot of sand due to loft and usually get it out. Also use it for pitching over bunkers etc.

Sean_93 · « **Reply #2105 on:** July 24, 2012, 10:58:10 PM »

Quote from: tucker1984 on July 24, 2012, 09:07:14 PM

anybody know of any good swing training aids that are relatively cheap? my swing has a pretty steep plane, quite up and down and maybe not around so much if that makes sense, you will see a couple of posts above some stats i posted regarding swing speed which arent bad in my opinion, i do have trouble with consistency, but that could be due to not playing enough

had bought a swingyde a few months ago, practiced religiously for a week or so while using it in the living room with a wedge, went out on the course and duck hooked every shot, so i basically trained myself to duck hook, not good, got myself out of that habit pretty quickly,

so basically looking for something to train me to hit straight on a consistent basis, is there a training aid or swing aid out there that anyone would recommend??

What's your bad shot? I ask this because when I sliced the ball really badly I got it into my head it was because of swing plane. I decided to get a lesson and the local pro said it was nothing to do with swing plane and more to do with leaning back and an open club face. Think Faldo said something similar at the weekend. Like don't change your swing unless you absolutely have to and work on the smaller faults.

Sean_93 · « **Reply #2106 on:** July 24, 2012, 11:01:23 PM »

Quote from: ruairimacliam on July 24, 2012, 10:25:27 PM

Hi guys.
I'm really enjoying reading up on your trips abroad and your opinions on your bag fillers.
This is my first contribution to this thread.

So my situation. Now that i'm settled again (After University) I'm ready to get back into regular golf (Join local club again and get a handicap).

Now what i'm after is my "first" set of clubs. At the minute i'm using my fathers old slazengers. They're ok but i'm hopeless with the driver and long irons. Relying constantly on my 3 and 5 woods off the tee. The irons I play with ok but I think i'm ready for the first step up.

I've scrolled all over the Internet and I have a couple of sets of irons in mind although the more i scroll the more confused i get.

Can someone give me their opinions on how to go about buying that "first" set of irons and driver. At the minute i'm looking at second hand sets of golfbidder but i dont know how to narrow them down.

Any help appreciated guys.

Go to your local pro and get him to look at your swing. He can then recommend which clubs to get. Loft, shaft etc. You could then either buy something off him or use ebay or golf bidder where you'll be more familiar with what your looking for.

ruairimacliam · « **Reply #2107 on:** July 24, 2012, 11:09:23 PM »

Quote from: Sean_93 on July 24, 2012, 11:01:23 PM

Go to your local pro and get him to look at your swing. He can then recommend which clubs to get. Loft, shaft etc. You could then either buy something off him or use ebay or golf bidder where you'll be more familiar with what your looking for.

Great Advice. Cheers Sean.

Prof · « **Reply #2108 on:** July 25, 2012, 08:18:49 PM »

Quote from: Sean_93 on July 24, 2012, 10:51:12 PM

Cheers for the reply. Thinking of getting a gap wedge because i'm really struggling between 85-100 yards - pitching wedge and sand wedge. I hardly use my SW in a bunker, instead preferring the 64 as i can afford to take a lot of sand due to loft and usually get it out. Also use it for pitching over bunkers etc.

How far do you hit PW and SW with full swings?

Your wedge gaps seem ok at the moment. Have you tried measuring your distances with small variations to your setup or swing? As a test,try hitting a PW with your hands right at the bottom of the grip. This will take yards off, but allow a full swing. Do the same with SW and you have 4 distances you can rely on. If you get big differences between normal and low grips, try choking down half way. You then have 6.

Lfsea · « **Reply #2109 on:** July 25, 2012, 09:33:06 PM »

Quote from: Sean_93 on July 24, 2012, 11:01:23 PM

Go to your local pro and get him to look at your swing. He can then recommend which clubs to get. Loft, shaft etc. You could then either buy something off him or use ebay or golf bidder where you'll be more familiar with what your looking for.

The only thing I'd add to that is to go down to a decent driving range and give it a bit of Bertie Bullshit about wanting to buy a new set of clubs. I've done this a couple of times and it went well.

They'll then let you try out as many sets as you want in the hope of flogging something. Then say you'll have a think about it, then go and buy them cheaper off Golfbidder instead. Or if you think the price is good see if he'll do you a deal.

1892-WELLZ · « **Reply #2110 on:** July 26, 2012, 01:28:34 AM »

forgot to post last week...

Frodsham hit a 91... (think it worked out around 33 s'ford points in our society) should have been in the mid 80's but for a few duffed chips and poor 2nd shots... have got a routine going before everyshot and for once it seems to be working... just need to hook it all up and i fancy another lower score...

when it works this game is great...

when it doesnt... well you know...

CLOCKSPEED · « **Reply #2111 on:** July 27, 2012, 11:13:44 AM »

Check this out played recently one of our Tiger Economy funded courses like lough erne . This is a seriously good track at the minute and with prices dropping must be played .

http://www.concrawood.ie/Home
or even better graphic

http://www.3deagleview.com/flashexp/concrawood_map.html

I had heard about it but honest to god this is some spot.

andym41 · « **Reply #2112 on:** July 27, 2012, 03:06:47 PM »

Playing Formby Hall tomorrow afternoon for just £30

I lived in Formby when the club first opened and it was a ridiculous price to play then

Sean_93 · « **Reply #2113 on:** July 29, 2012, 12:05:33 PM »

Was going along nicely yesterday, on for shooting in the low 80s when I got stuck in a bunker on 10 and literally couldn't get out!

The sand was solid and I ended up making a huge hole behind my ball. Ended up having to take a drop out of the bunker and made an 11! Managed to shoot 88 in the end.

Which makes me ask; can you take a drop out of a bunker without playing a shot in it?

Sean_93 · « **Reply #2114 on:** July 29, 2012, 12:08:42 PM »

Quote from: Prof on July 25, 2012, 08:18:49 PM

How far do you hit PW and SW with full swings?

Your wedge gaps seem ok at the moment. Have you tried measuring your distances with small variations to your setup or swing? As a test,try hitting a PW with your hands right at the bottom of the grip. This will take yards off, but allow a full swing. Do the same with SW and you have 4 distances you can rely on. If you get big differences between normal and low grips, try choking down half way. You then have 6.

Yeah, sometimes do that, just feel that my PW isn't lofted enough to make the gap up to SW. Almost feels like a 9 iron at times.

The 5th Benitle · « **Reply #2115 on:** July 29, 2012, 12:09:26 PM »

Quote from: Sean_93 on July 29, 2012, 12:05:33 PM

Was going along nicely yesterday, on for shooting in the low 80s when I got stuck in a bunker on 10 and literally couldn't get out!

The sand was solid and I ended up making a huge hole behind my ball. Ended up having to take a drop out of the bunker and made an 11! Managed to shoot 88 in the end.

Which makes me ask; can you take a drop out of a bunker without playing a shot in it?

Pretty sure you could declare it unplayable and take a drop with a penalty shot.

Sean_93 · « **Reply #2116 on:** July 29, 2012, 12:11:28 PM »

Quote from: The 5th Benitle on July 29, 2012, 12:09:26 PM

Pretty sure you could declare it unplayable and take a drop with a penalty shot.

That's what i initially thought when i saw the lie but neither of us was sure, so I decided to play it! Would of saved me at least 5 shots!

cowtownred · « **Reply #2117 on:** July 29, 2012, 01:16:11 PM »

Quote from: Sean_93 on July 29, 2012, 12:11:28 PM

That's what i initially thought when i saw the lie but neither of us was sure, so I decided to play it! Would of saved me at least 5 shots!

well, must admit I'm not well clued about all the rules.... but while watching The Open recently, I was under the impression that if you choose to declare it unplayable in a hazard, you have to take a penalty but drop in the bunker.

The 5th Benitle · « **Reply #2118 on:** July 29, 2012, 01:18:53 PM »

Quote from: cowtownred on July 29, 2012, 01:16:11 PM

well, must admit I'm not well clued about all the rules.... but while watching The Open recently, I was under the impression that if you choose to declare it unplayable in a hazard, you have to take a penalty but drop in the bunker.

Think that's specific to it being in standing water though mate, and would be without penalty.

cowtownred · « **Reply #2119 on:** July 29, 2012, 01:28:26 PM »

But if you opt to declare your ball unplayable (eg plugged under the face, say), can't you take a penalty drop? But must be dropped in the bunker not nearer etc?