Got paired with a stranger today--first time

[Doodaddy]

It must be nice to play in a state that isn't a humid hell so that walking could even be considered an option.

[Timothy Voyles]

Originally Posted by Doodaddy

It must be nice to play in a state that isn't a humid hell so that walking could even be considered an option.

I'm in Dallas and walk 9 holes 2-3 times a week after work when it's still 100+. Walking is always an option! =P

[Nole77]

Meh, off-topic but I walked 18 yesterday in 100 degree weather with high humidity.  It's not as bad as some people think, then again, I've gotten rather used to it so it doesn't bother me as much.  Actually managed to shoot one of my better rounds recently of 84.

As to the topic, OP, you come off as a dbag yourself.  As was pointed out, your post was taken at face value.  Next time, you may want to spend that extra time working out how your going to take your next shot or helping your playing partner by keeping your eye on his shot.

115 is pretty damned good for having started playing recently.  Keep it up and if this is really something you want to improve in, pay attention on the course.

Originally Posted by Timothy Voyles

I'm in Dallas and walk 9 holes 2-3 times a week after work when it's still 100+. Walking is always an option! =P

[tristanhilton85]

Originally Posted by Timothy Voyles

I'm in Dallas and walk 9 holes 2-3 times a week after work when it's still 100+. Walking is always an option! =P

Not really... at least where I am, all but maybe 2 courses will not let you walk. So walking is not always an option. I wish that it was around here, although in the heat, I'd still take the cart.

[Doodaddy]

Originally Posted by Timothy Voyles

I'm in Dallas and walk 9 holes 2-3 times a week after work when it's still 100+. Walking is always an option! =P

I'm not saying people don't do it. I see it most of the times, but I do think you could potentially be playing with fire (dehydration).

I don't mean to start a pissing match, but Texas heat has never bothered me before compared to what's just 5 hours east of you. I remember cross country meets and camps that I would work where the heat would be significantly over 100. I also remember thinking "man this dry weather makes everything easier!".

[Timothy Voyles]

Originally Posted by Doodaddy

I'm not saying people don't do it. I see it most of the times, but I do think you could potentially be playing with fire (dehydration).

I don't mean to start a pissing match, but Texas heat has never bothered me before compared to what's just 5 hours east of you. I remember cross country meets and camps that I would work where the heat would be significantly over 100. I also remember thinking "man this dry weather makes everything easier!".

No match to be started... I worded in New Orleans for a year after Katrina hit. I've also got a buddy that lived in Shreveport and another in Beaumont. I refuse to visit them from May-Nov. Same goes for Houston. 90+ there is way worse than 100+ here, the humidity is unbelievable... Playing in NO the year I was there changed my view of playing up in here in Dallas a lot. I used to be an early time guy or not at all. Now it's not an issue, I've tee'd off the past two Sundays and 1pm and been just fine.

[sigfan2340]

Originally Posted by GolfGhost

I agree with the "some people are D-bags comment".  So lemme spell it out.

He recently had back surgery, his walk was my crawl

SO you fit right in by that comment! I hope to god you offered the guy to share your cart after you learned that.

[Doodaddy]

Originally Posted by Timothy Voyles

No match to be started... I worded in New Orleans for a year after Katrina hit. I've also got a buddy that lived in Shreveport and another in Beaumont. I refuse to visit them from May-Nov. Same goes for Houston. 90+ there is way worse than 100+ here, the humidity is unbelievable... Playing in NO the year I was there changed my view of playing up in here in Dallas a lot. I used to be an early time guy or not at all. Now it's not an issue, I've tee'd off the past two Sundays and 1pm and been just fine.

I spent some time in Lakey, Leakey, or something like that. I think it's mid/southwest Texas? I was amazed at dry weather. Same concept applies to the cold! I remember being in Angel Fire, NM at -13 and thinking "I've deer hunted in worse than this".

For the most part, I'm cold natured and the heat doesn't bother me here. If I happen to venture onto a golf course, it's wrist slitting time.

[abubacar]

I usually prefer to play alone.  I've been paired up before and its been fine, actually had some fun and met some decent folks.  But if i take the time to go golfing by myself, there is usually a reason.  Usually i want peace and quiet, want to practice particular aspects of my game, and have something stressful on my mind and would prefer to concentrate on something other than that stress, golf works wonders for taking my concentration.

As for the angry birds things, who cares?!  Not sure why everyone is getting their panties all bunched up because the guy made a joke about playing around with a smart phone.  I do it all the time when I am waiting for people infront of me.  Just grab the phone, check emails, send a text, google random things, and the occasional angry birds.  I don't hit the ball then automatically start flinging birds around, but yeah if there is a lull in the play i'll look at my phone.  I shoot the same either way.

[Valleygolfer]

Me too. The course paired me up with some arrogant young kid in a cart that looked at me and thought I was some old bag dragger. Kid didn't say much, hacked up the course and played angry birds on his phone. I proceeded to whoop his ass and he barely acknowledged me when I complimented him on his few nice shots. I don't know why he was out there if he just wanted to play with his phone.

[Timothy Voyles]

Originally Posted by Valleygolfer

Me too. The course paired me up with some arrogant young kid in a cart that looked at me and thought I was some old bag dragger. Kid didn't say much, hacked up the course and played angry birds on his phone. I proceeded to whoop his ass and he barely acknowledged me when I complimented him on his few nice shots. I don't know why he was out there if he just wanted to play with his phone.

LOL!

[bplewis24]

Originally Posted by GolfGhost

Wow.  Bunch of PGA Tour golfers here.  Seems like I joined the wrong forum.

Did you think it was the Angry Birds forum?

I'm KIDDING!  I'm very happy you posted about your casual, riding round with no apparent abnormalities or noteworthy circumstances.  It's like a "Hello Forum" post, just in the wrong section

I'm just giving you a hard time.  But I should point out that your definition of "hyperbole" is off.  You are suggesting you were joking, not being hyperbolic.  I don't believe you though

And you aren't truly a golfer until you learn how to be a d-bag.

I'm KIDDING again!

[Golfingdad]

Originally Posted by Mr. Desmond

Except for my clubs and rangefinder, one reason I play golf is to get away from technology, enjoy the surroundings, friends or playing partners, the play, and the challenge - to focus on the game for 30 second spurts, accept the outcome and relax. The phone goes in the bag for 4 hours.

Amen.

[Goonsidious]

Originally Posted by Valleygolfer

Me too. The course paired me up with some arrogant young kid in a cart that looked at me and thought I was some old bag dragger. Kid didn't say much, hacked up the course and played angry birds on his phone. I proceeded to whoop his ass and he barely acknowledged me when I complimented him on his few nice shots. I don't know why he was out there if he just wanted to play with his phone.

haha oh my. well done.

[Sandy Trap]

I have same compassion for you OP.  The fact that a bunch of people came on this thread to trash playing "Angry Birds" is a bit silly.  Why waste your time typing a response into the box if it's just a negative comment with absolutely no benefit.  I think this forum is full of grumpy old men who are bitter because their depends are leaky.

[Chris Stewart]

Except for my clubs and rangefinder, one reason I play golf is to get away from technology, enjoy the surroundings, friends or playing partners, the play, and the challenge - to focus on the game for 30 second spurts, accept the outcome and relax. The phone goes in the bag for 4 hours.

Couldn't agree more.

[Fore Left]

Originally Posted by GolfGhost

If you dont like my score after 7 weeks of playing, FU

I do have to give you credit for playing solo after only picking up the game so recently.   I have always been more than happy to walk a round solo,  but in the beginning of the season etc.,  I find it quite stressful  (although it should be the opposite)  to go out and hack up a round alone.....  at least when I'm with friends I have company while I'm struggling,  rather than just beating myself up over every poor shot I take.

[Ernest Jones]

Originally Posted by bplewis24

And you aren't truly a golfer until you learn how to be a d-bag.

LOL, best post of the day!