Lil Greener

Yes, shipping is high. But that's Bob Parsons' thing. In his first company, Parsons' Technology, he nearly gave away the software at cost but charged an aggressive shipping price to make his profit. At least, that's what I was told by folks in the company. Hard to teach old dogs new tricks.

My thanks to PXG for these 0211 irons, purchased at Christmas' pricing. A sweeter feel to an iron I've never had, and having played for over 60 years, I have had swings with many manufacturers' clubs. What is particularly sweet is the nice "click" off the face at impact. They also look like a blade at setup. Pretty irons in every respect. Have to adjust distances as they are aggressive on lofting, but that's no matter. Also bought the 0211 driver and love it. Neat sound, great controlled distance (but then, the grounds hard now here). Now, if I could only putt.

Still holding up!

Broken tees are left by riff raff but a scum bag crooked owner is okay, I guess, in this new America. Weird standards we now have.

Again, your management of this is tiring...your topic is Trump and golf. You don’t like the responses, pick another topic. Trump screwed Tesoro Architects on a clubhouse design. You don’t like the response, find another topic...this one is right on.

Just judging from the bankruptcy cases during his business ownership, as well as the proven fraudulent behavior, I think it is safe to say, he is not a successful businessman. No different would be his business knowledge in his golf clubs. I am not sure where people get an understanding that he knows what he is doing.

Actually, I have purchased the PAKS in all cases. Now, when I get them, I generally remove their and put on my preferred grips, as there is no choice when buying a PAK. As I've had a club head fly off when doing my own assembly, I think it's better for me to buy them already assembled. I'm happy with the shafts they use.

SHANKS!!! I was beset by them, so headed off to Dorado in Puerto Rico, where Chip Koehlke runs the teaching program. He said..."you need a modern swing." Huh? I always thought I had a good swing and scored inconsistently due to poor concentration. Not really. Now I know I had a swing which produced shanks...flat. Tough to get the club head into position. Also, badly pulling the handle through. Chip got on my ass royally. Now, working on the modern swing...where 75% of it is in the backswing into a nice plane, where the club head is in position at the top and at the bottom. He taught Faldo after Leadbetter, and Karen Stupples. It's a fun trip to Puerto Rico (I live 75 miles away). Heading to Wales and SW England for a dozen fine links courses with good value, in a couple weeks!! Been there FLOG4?

I did try this morning, on the longest 44.5" M2. Choked up about 1-1 1/2" and hit it pretty damned straight (and high, but I have HL head). The Original One still needs some getting used to -- really likes to go left so I have work to do if I'm to use the little driver. Thanks FLOG4

True...but I have shafts of 43.5, 44.75 and 45.5 for M1 and M2. Actually, I also played the original Pittsburg Persimmon 7 degree, after the persimmons. I thought I'd love this new Original One, which is 43.75', but I'm not yet in love. We're just dating. Back to the M1 with the short shaft, for now.

Well, if that is true for off-the-shelf drivers, including this one, maybe it is designed that way, and sure looks like it which is what I don't want -- and I can hit a nice duck hook with it, but that may be my swing at this time. Thanks...hopefully someone has seen/used one and can also comment authoritatively.

I picked up a 11.5 degree Original One 275 cc, small head driver. Does anyone know whether it was designed to help fade swings....or am I imagining it when I look at it during address?

I won't argue with you - as we're all entitled to our opinions. But, I do worry about golf and its future. Tiger helps draw people in, it seems. And, I'm always thankful to see people put money into courses. No matter who. Or what country. Or how rich. It's good for golf.

Speaking of reality, if one looks at the financial statements for both Turnberry and Doonbeg, which are filed with the Irish and Scottish authorities, he has lost a fortune on both, after investing someone's fortune (doubtful it is his fortune [if he has one]). Check the facts. They're usually enlightening. And you're mistaken -- golf clubs nationwide suffer. Not all -- but many. Ever been on a golf club board? Try it -- you may very well be surprised.

We do not know yet whether Trump uses his money or someone else's for his money-losing golf courses. It's unfortunate that virtually all golf courses lose money these days - because people no longer have the time and money to support them as was done 60 years ago, but it is true. We shall see whether Trump invests in his courses or whether it is oligarch money, someday, I'm sure. Why would a real estate investor who has to make money do it, after all?