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I reached my 2008 goal at the weekend!

My goal was to get to an 8 handicap (started season at 11.4) and after yesterdays round my handicap is now 8.2. I'm over the moon.

Putting has definetly been the biggest improvement in my game. I read Stan Utley's book on putting in July and the difference I've seen since working on his methods has been amazing.

Driver - RAM FX V
3 Wood - Callaway Steelhead Hybrid - Mizuno MP Fli-Hi 21 degree
Irons - Titleist DCI 4-PW
Wedges - Cleveland CG10, 52, 56, 60 degree
Putter - Rife Antigua


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