Driving range professionals....

[Clambake]

I got the impression that Leadbetter was kind of a 'D**K'. What a nice guy!

Well, this was quite a long time ago when he was just starting to become well known. Perhaps the celebrity went to his head.....

[elcash]

Originally Posted by elcash

The next time somebody's about to offer unsolicited range advice, I'm tempted to stop them and use one of many clever things I've thought of just for that scenario...

Here are 6 off the top of my head:

Hey, can I offer you a little advice about your swing?

1. Actually, this is just my 'hustle' swing. It must really be getting believable!

2. I don't have any money to pay you. And I tend to get what I pay for... 3. How do I know that I can trust you? 4. These swings I've been making weren't intended to be analyzed... 5. The last time I accepted advice, it made my swing look like this! 6. Only if you can answer me this: What's black and blue and red all over? (Gripping the club like a bat and grinning devilishly...)

[TN94z]

Here are 6 off the top of my head:

That is my favorite!!

[kpaulhus]

yeah, the only talking I do at the range is when I know someone is watching me. I just tell them, if only I could play this well on the course.

[eddietandy]

I was sad to reach the end of this thread. More horror stories please.

[elcash]

I was at the range the night before last when the gentleman behind me wanted to offer advice. I was polite but firm, "No thanks. Too much to think about disturbs my sessions, and I'm working on some specifics at the moment. I appreciate the offer."

Low and behold, he tells me anyway. I mean, he wasn't really asking to give me the advice... The "hey, can I offer you a tip?" line was just a way to get my attention. The momentum was too strong. He was geared up to say somethin' and it was coming out no matter what I said in response.

I was annoyed; people are pushy and seldom listen before they speak.

Since I can't turn off my hearing, I'll just have to focus and ignore the noise...

[Ty Haegs]

those who can't do... teach ;)

[aca247]

i have run into these people, but i do not care to much for them