Official Golf Thread - Page 65

SPF 70?

tried it... doesn't work.

Have you tried long sleeves and a hat?

Pop that collar

Compared to someone with recent, well fitting clubs you're at a significant disadvantage because your technology is outdated and, by your own admission, your clubs don't fit (at least your driver and fairway). While the club manufacturers spit out new stuff every year, the technology doesn't advance that rapidly so I'm not one who will tell you that you need the latest stuff. That said, technology is currently well ahead of everything you're playing (I'd let you keep the Cleveland wedge if the grooves are still in decent shape but I've got a feeling they're not).

I see this situation often and it bothers me because getting well fitting clubs with recent technology is cheap and easy. Free launch monitors (which will help you better understand your swing, your equipment and areas for improvement) are available at local golf retailers. Once you've figured out what gear would work for you head over to eBay. Very good two to three year old clubs (IMO this is the sweet spot if you're looking to maximize bang for buck) in good condition can be found dirt cheap (drivers under $100, fairway woods and hybrids $50-75ea, iron sets for around $200-300, etc) there.

And how do you respond to people who play with really old clubs but are scratch golfers?

For people playing at scratch or better, club technology in irons hasn't improved all that much - 20 year old forged blades that you're comfortable with are probably better than brand new forged blades that you're not comfortable with. Those players have stayed scratch based on accuracy with their irons, not distance off the tee, and they don't have much to gain from new technology. The returns to additional distance granted by new technology are diminishing with handicap.

Thanks for the input. I actually don't intend to change this year. I've played so little the last 5 years that the $500 you're talking about here will be better spent in other areas. I can take these old rat-bashers out and still shoot in the mid- high-80's only playing a few times a year. Frankly I'd do better spending that $500 on a few short game lessons at this point.

Tiger heard me doubt him.

And Tiger now co-leader. Rory dropped to seventh in one hole.

*ahem*

I feel bad for Rory. Eff tiger, he's the biggest asshole in sports. Worst post round interview after playing a great round of golf. Adam scott is looking solid.

Tiger obviously went to the Bill Belichick school of media relations.

The South African birdied the final four holes. That's nails.

Incredible way to finish.

If you guys are interested, I am selling a Scotty Cameron Studio Stainless Newport Beach 2.5 for $172 + shipping. 34" with new Ping grip and original head cover.