Topic: Golf Equipment / Length of Golf Putter

Well guys he has had 2 rounds with his shortened Ping Anser putter and loved it. 5 one putt greens, the rest 2 putts which is unusual for him. Could be just a confidence thing but he swears it is working. Will keep you posted.

Topic: Golf Talk / Should the broomstick be illegal?

Saw these posts and I am still using a Ping B90 putter. Notice also that there are very few pros using them. If it makes a game enjoyable why not? Keep the long putters legal.

Topic: Golf Equipment / Length of Golf Putter

Well we bit the bullet and he has gone to 25”. I still use a Ping broomstick so we look a queer pair when we are on the greens together. Will be interesting to see how long before he comes running back to get a new shaft. Still he might have success. Time will tell.

Topic: Golf Equipment / Length of Golf Putter

My son has had putting problems and as a last resort took his son’s junior putter out on the course and putted, in his words, magnificently. He has brought his Ping Anser Putter to me to get me to shorten his shaft. He wants a length of 30 inches but I am trying to convince hime to start with maybe 33 and see what happens. He can always take some more off but if he wants to lengthen he needs a new shast..
Is there anyone out there using a 30” putter or less. My son is 6”1” so his posture would be very stooped using a short length.
Any comments before I start cutting off the shaft.
Thanks.

Topic: Golf Talk / moral dilema re nonconforming driver

Regardless of your own opinions on whether the non-conforming list is correct or not it is simply a rule that has been passed by the ruling golf bodies. Hence anyone using such a club is in breach of the rules and shall be disqualified from a competition. It’s similar to playing in a group where a player (the marker) knowingly accepts a wrong score from his playing partner, rather than correct him and infer that he is a cheat. That player is playing against the whole field and failure to correct the score may result in him winning a ball and someone who records his correct score misses out. Rules are rules and must be abided by or the whole game loses credibility.

Topic: Golf Equipment / Bags - stand or cart? best value?

I can’t understand why people still carry bags. Get a cart bag and save some energy for your shots. On our course we have a few young bucks that think it is cool to carry their hoofer bags. They are also the ones that forget their sand buckets or drop their buckets somewhere on the course. Hence the club divots remain unrepaired. Get a buggy mate.

Topic: Golf Equipment / Easy 3 wood to hit

I use a Ping G5. Bought it cheaply with a 5 wood seconhand and would recommend then to anyone. I get good length and accuracy. You might also try the Ping Hybrids as they have similar length to many fairway woods and players find them easy to hit.

Topic: Golf Equipment / Smoothy Big Boy Buggies

I had an older Pilgrim Pro made in Australia and used to looka fetr it fairly well. After 10-15 years I decided that the bearings in the wheels were wearing and pensioned it off to a son and purchased a new chrome one. What a mistake. Heap of Sh**! Not only was the chrome inferior but the metal used on the handle was thinner and the size was actually smaller. Had to but another and went for the black painted one. Still disappointed in the quality of the materials used. Have mended the handle 5 times. It now has a solid metal rod down the centre that I braised on. Pity we could not have the same quality that we had 15-20 years ago.

Topic: Golf Equipment / Srixon 403 AD

Guys has anyone got any idea how much I should sell a srixon 403 ad with reg shaft for? I have just upgraded my driver and the wife wants excess clubs gone

Just out of interest what did you upgrade to. I am using a Srixon at the moment (past 3 years) and haven’t found anything to match it, apart from the Ping G5.

Topic: Golf Talk / Adelaide - local knowledge??

Having moved from Brisbane to Newcastle and now Adelaide over the past 16 months I’m super keen to get back into golf again.

Hoping there’s a few Adelaide locals on ISG who can point me in the right direction.

1.Golf clubs – where to play and/or join? I’m living in Plympton,what’s priced OK and not too much of a drive?

2.Golf club makers – I’ll still continue to get stuff done through GCI in Brisbane but where/who’s good in Adelaide for the odd shaft or grip change, or maybe lie and loft check…etc?

Appreciate any help,I was a ISG member for a longtime but just rejoined today hence the new profile.

Regards

Deano

Topic: Golf Talk / Teaching pros.

Are teaching pros at private golf clubs available to teach anyone, or only the members of that club?

Generally the teaching pro will take anyone’s money. At my club the pro will teach anyone providing he has space on his booking sheet.

Topic: Golf Talk / Anyone tried a Belly Putter

Any body tried a belly putter,Ive got a spare broomstick in closet (sent there for poor performance) might see If it can be altered

I’d suggest that you keep the broomstick in the closet unaltered. I use the broomstick and keep on coming back to it. You will find what a treasure you really have when you try out other putters.

Topic: Golf Equipment / Maximum club head size you would use

Marcus,

I used to have an Integra Soo Long 600cc… looked like boral cast a brick outa titanium… I reckon anything over 400cc is too much

Ben

Would be interesting to see how people now think.This posting was way back in 2002. I still use a Srixon 360cc but there are lots of 450+ clubs out there. What do you use now?

Topic: Golf Classifieds / PLS READ - Min. 20 Post Count

There’s always people who want something for nothing. We think it’s pretty fair to have to contribute before you’re allowed to freely sell your wares here. And no point talking about it because it ain’t changing ;)

Topic: Golf Equipment / Clone Golf Clubs

Hey,

What are your thoughts and experiences on cloned golf clubs from “proper” manufacturers in the US?

I found a place called gigagolf and they seem to have some pretty good reviews on there.

Let me know if this place is decent??

I’m keen on some new irons and am not keen on spending $1000 plus on brand names.

Topic: Golf Equipment / Clone Golf Clubs

Well I have heard of them and I am in australia!!

Topic: Golf Equipment / Most durable premium balls?

Interesting to see that Muntz says that balls lose distance after being at the bottom of the water for months. I live next to a course and have collected thousands of balls from the water as the level recedes. I have experimented by hitting dozens of used Pro V1 and Pro V1x balls on the range as well as using new balls and could see no real difference with any of the balls that had good covers. My rule has become “if it looks like new it is probably as good as new”. I know the pros may change balls frequently during a round but as a 14 handicapper I could see no difference in flight , length or playability of the used balls and a new ball. Not really scientific but I would use a good used ball instead of buying a new one every game. As long as the cover is in good condition they seem ok.

Topic: Golf Equipment / Sending Drivers

Strange rules for Australia Post. My local Post Office readily accepted my driver to post after one at a major shopping centre said it was too long. Identical parcel with 2 different results. Try another post office.

Topic: Golf Equipment / Buying Golf Clubs

Cannot emphasize too much how important it is to at least try a few different shafts with equipment that you are going to buy, I am an older golfer and the best money I ever spent was to have a free fitting with the Henry Griffitts fitting cart. Comparing shafts it was obvious that I needed an A flex shaft. I did not have to buy a set from Henry Griffitts but it gave me a good indication on what to look for. I could have wasted hundreds of dollars by just going out and buying a set with regular or stiff shafts. Try and hit in the open rather than in a golf shop as well. Most club pros worth their salt should be able to give you guidance on what shaft suits you. Incidentally I do not use OEM clubs, preferring to build my own.

Topic: Golf Equipment / Buying glue for regripping?

Go to Cheap as Chips/ Cunningham’s type store and just get a tube of KS Bond or similar contact adhesive. Then you just need ordinary masking tape over the shaft. Apply the cement to inside the grip and and on shaft. Don’t put too much on as you can waste a lot. You will soon find out how much to use with experience. One tube will last 40 plus grips.

Topic: Golf Talk / lessons in adelaide

QUOTE: Zorba @ Jan 15 2007, 03:32 PM

Hi guys,

i was thinking about getting a couple of lessons to fix some stuff in my swing before it becomes an ingrained habit.

mainly for my long shots as my short game seems to be ok (ish), probably from all the par 3 i played as a kid.

im not fussed if the teacher is a top pro or just some dude that is good at teaching.

any recomendations, particularly in the norhtern area?

if you could give pricing that would be great to.

The recognised top teacher in SA is Troy Lane at Flagstaff Hill Golf Club. "Troy has been voted as Titleist Australia's top 10 coach, 5 times SA teacher of the year 99-03, PGA magazine's top 50 coach in Australia and has AAA accreditation by the PGA.

Coaching lessons are available for both Members and visitors ." - taken from
http://www.fhgc.com.au/inde...

Why go to others when you can have the best? I have had a few lessons over the years and have found him a great guy to work with. Although he coaches pros and state teams he is great with the average hack as well. Give him a ring...nothing to lose and plenty to gain.

Topic: Golf Equipment / Refinished Pro V1's

QUOTE: cleveland Indian @ Jan 15 2007, 07:11 PM

Hi Guys,

Just wondering if anyone has thoughts or experiences with the above? A friend gave me a few & they seem as good as the originals.

They come with what seems a satisfaction gaurantee...and cost about $80 AUD for three dozen delivered to Australia.

What do you think?

Cheers
Jim

I live near a course with a big water trap and often find Titleist balls. After a wash in white king, and if they have no blemishes.I often use them for a few rounds. No different to a new ball as far as I am concerned. These would be the same as those that your friend gave you. Certainly a cheap alternative to buying new ones.

Topic: Golf Equipment / Gimmee the good oil on balls.....

QUOTE: Don think Do @ Jan 15 2007, 07:17 PM

I am a big fan of the Maxfli A10, was using them a few years ago and paying about $80 a box. Almart all sports have old stock for $29 a box. cant go wrong there.

Precept Laddie and Pinnacle Exception are good medium price balls for me. Titleist ProV1 and V1x are outstanding balls but the price can be offputting, especially if you lose one during a round.

Topic: Golf Talk / Callaway, Titleist, Bridgestone or Srixon?

QUOTE: jackb_93 @ Jan 15 2007, 03:47 PM

The Callaway HX Tour, Titleist Pro v1/x, Bridgestone B330 or the Srixon ZURS. All these balls are very similar, but i was wondering what other people think about them. I am currently trying them all. Which one is better do you think?

quite candidly the person to decide is YOU. I have tried them all. having found a few of each one. The Titleist Pro V1 and V1x are great balls and I use any that I happen to find on the course. For me the price is not justified to buy a new one each time. On Saturday I used a new Pinnacle Exception and finished +7 in a Par competition and had one of my best rounds for 5 years. Guess what ball I will be using next week!!

Topic: Golf Equipment / The best place to get genuine club fitting and sound advice in Adelaide?

Have enjoyed the thread and read with interest the various thoughts on buying clubs. My experience was a positive one with Troy Lane, long regarded as the premier golf coach in SA, and now based at Flagstaff Hill Golf Club. I was going to have a lesson with Troy about 5 years ago to tighten up my game. To my horror he said a lesson would not do much good as I was using the wrong shaft in my clubs. (Trusty Ping ISI's that I loved.) He had a Henry Griffitts fitting cart that had interchangeable heads and shafts. To illustrate his point I hit a 6 iron with different shafts ...and bingo!! Then difference between my 6 iron and the best of the test irons was about 10 metres.
To cut the story short I had a set made up with A flex steel shafts and component heads. The grips had papers added to suit my hands. I have changed the heads to another component head 2 years ago but have the same shafts. I am a great believer in getting fitted with your clubs. The fitting was done on the hitting range and Troy used various devices to ensure that the hitting face was correct. After the clubs were built I then had the lessons.
For a putter there is no better way to get one that suits you is to get on the greens and try as many as you can until you feel comfortable with one. The greens by the way act a bit differently to your lounge room carpet.
I have no doubt that SA retailers have various advantages but I can recommend Troy Lane at Flagstaff Hill Golf Club. I found that the free lessons given as well proved a great benefit as he is a great teacher as well.