The golf thread...

justincredible Honorable Admin
37,969 posts 250 reps Joined Nov 2009
Sat, Jan 12, 2019 12:12 PM

So, I'm really excited for the golf trip to Vegas that I just won. I'm not 100% sure of the details, but I do know I'll be walking away with a set of Ben Hogan irons. Hopefully it'll be these:

 

I do love the Fort Worth irons, especially the black version, but I'm not sure I'd be able to hit them well enough.

Spock Senior Member
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Sat, Jan 12, 2019 1:09 PM

Both of those sets require a sweet swing.  Not forgiving at all if you arent on the sweet spot.  The Ft. Worth clubs.......good luck in the rough with any of those irons.  

 

Played with Tour blades for 20 years.  Dont play much anymore so I went to the Ping I3 to get some weight to them.  THose Ft. Worths are sweet though

justincredible Honorable Admin
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Sat, Jan 12, 2019 1:41 PM

They have these available as well. They aren't nearly as pretty as the PTx or Ft Worth's, but they are still nice looking clubs. I do know the PTx are more forgiving than the Ft Worth's, and my iron play isn't bad, so I think they would be okay for me. I do hope I have the opportunity to hit all three sets. Either way, I'm walking away with a free set of clubs so I'm not complaining. 

Since the event's main sponsor is shaft company UST Mamiya, and they only do graphite shafts, it'll be interesting switching to graphite from steel. I'm hoping I'll also get fit for a new shaft for my driver.

Spock Senior Member
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Sat, Jan 12, 2019 2:01 PM
posted by justincredible

They have these available as well. They aren't nearly as pretty as the PTx or Ft Worth's, but they are still nice looking clubs. I do know the PTx are more forgiving than the Ft Worth's, and my iron play isn't bad, so I think they would be okay for me. I do hope I have the opportunity to hit all three sets. Either way, I'm walking away with a free set of clubs so I'm not complaining. 

Since the event's main sponsor is shaft company UST Mamiya, and they only do graphite shafts, it'll be interesting switching to graphite from steel. I'm hoping I'll also get fit for a new shaft for my driver.

I would love to play a whole summer with geaphite shafts to see how they are......for free obviously

justincredible Honorable Admin
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Sat, Jan 12, 2019 2:12 PM

Just bought a new putter. I got a good deal on a barely used Ping Sigma 2 Anser. I tested it out few times back in December and loved the feel. Saved about $60 over buying it brand new. 

justincredible Honorable Admin
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Sat, Jan 12, 2019 2:20 PM

I love the fact that you can adjust the length between 32-36" inches. I can kinda dial it in for what works best, do some experimentation with it.

Ironman92 Administrator
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Sat, Jan 12, 2019 10:59 PM
posted by justincredible

So, I'm really excited for the golf trip to Vegas that I just won. I'm not 100% sure of the details, but I do know I'll be walking away with a set of Ben Hogan irons. Hopefully it'll be these:

 

I do love the Fort Worth irons, especially the black version, but I'm not sure I'd be able to hit them well enough.

I still enjoy my Hogan Edges from 1989

Ironman92 Administrator
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Sat, Jan 12, 2019 11:00 PM
posted by justincredible

I love the fact that you can adjust the length between 32-36" inches. I can kinda dial it in for what works best, do some experimentation with it.

Lol and my Ping Zing 2 I bought in 1990 for $55....it will never not be my putter. No clue the length.

justincredible Honorable Admin
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Thu, Jan 24, 2019 12:39 PM

Bought a range finder at the golf show last weekend. Went with the local company (Precision Pro) and their model that does slope calculations. Got a hell of a deal on an open box directly from the company.

 

Classyposter58 Senior Member
6,458 posts 11 reps Joined Nov 2009
Sat, Feb 9, 2019 8:55 AM

Probably getting a new hybrid as my Nike slingshot seems to be wearing out. Haven’t gotten to hit the simulators as much lately as work is a mess and I’m finalizing plans to move to Columbus so weekends have turned into a 48 hour sprint 

Absolutely planning on scoring on one of those show deals at the Michigan Show in Novi as their resorts up north really do some killer offers. Me and my dad last time got Treetops for $100 a night with everything included!

justincredible Honorable Admin
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Sat, Feb 9, 2019 2:53 PM

Got a new Exotics CBx 3 wood for $50 at the Golf Works today. Hit it in their sim and was crushing the ball. Good news is I was already in the market for a new fairway. 

wildcats20 In ROY I Trust!!
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Sat, Feb 9, 2019 3:12 PM
posted by justincredible

Got a new Exotics CBx 3 wood for $50 at the Golf Works today. Hit it in their sim and was crushing the ball. Good news is I was already in the market for a new fairway. 

How is that place? I know it’s reputable and one of the best places to go for components.  But I’ve never actually known someone to go. I need to have my irons reshafted, which I could do myself, but I’m too lazy. I’m just dreading the hour+ drive I have from Delaware. 

justincredible Honorable Admin
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Sat, Feb 9, 2019 3:23 PM

It's a great little hidden gem in Newark. The staff are all incredibly friendly and you can always find great deals, as evidenced by my new club. Apparently the place that manufactures their club heads also makes Tour Edge, among others. They were sent the head by accident and were told to keep it. So they threw in a cheap shaft and I lucked into getting it for a huge discount. 

Their clubs are no joke, either. Their irons are incredible and so much cheaper than the OEMs.

justincredible Honorable Admin
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Sat, Feb 9, 2019 3:26 PM

They have two simulator bays. One with a GC Quad and another with, I think, a Skytrak. And you can pretty much hit any club out on the floor if it's not wrapped in plastic. 

QuakerOats Senior Member
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Mon, Feb 11, 2019 1:41 PM
posted by Ironman92

I still enjoy my Hogan Edges from 1989

 

 

 

Still enjoying these beauts; what a treat.

Timber Senior Member
942 posts 6 reps Joined Nov 2009
Tue, Feb 19, 2019 10:17 PM
posted by justincredible

So, I'm really excited for the golf trip to Vegas that I just won. I'm not 100% sure of the details, but I do know I'll be walking away with a set of Ben Hogan irons. Hopefully it'll be these:

 

I do love the Fort Worth irons, especially the black version, but I'm not sure I'd be able to hit them well enough.

 

Timber Senior Member
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Tue, Feb 19, 2019 10:18 PM

Do you know what courses you get to play in Las Vegas yet?

justincredible Honorable Admin
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Wed, Feb 20, 2019 9:53 AM

TPC Las Vegas, twice.

Timber Senior Member
942 posts 6 reps Joined Nov 2009
Wed, Feb 20, 2019 5:00 PM

Nice!

I’ve played quite a few in Vegas, and played the TPC Canyon course out there. Have a great time.

justincredible Honorable Admin
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Fri, Mar 1, 2019 9:41 PM
posted by Timber

Nice!

I’ve played quite a few in Vegas, and played the TPC Canyon course out there. Have a great time.

Thanks, I'm really looking forward to it.

Finally getting a chance to play tomorrow. The weather looks chilly, but decent enough. Got a $20 tee time at 12:30 at my league course.

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