Jack50

Starting late might be an idea reading the posts. I was talking about actually playing alone, not getting paired. Then can just relax and play at own speed etc

Anyone been playing alone this year? My main two golf friends aren’t able to play at the moment (one also has been insisting on range only and not playing when I meet him) and my other golf friend has quit (we formed a four ball sometimes a few years back). I’ll play with my dad when he’s back in the country, but til then will be playing alone. Are courses happy for solo golfers post COVID happening and what about if you aren’t a member? I’ve only played solo as a club member, is a course going to get annoyed if I book multiple rounds solo when I’m not a member? (I mean booking, then playing, then making another booking - I wouldn’t book more than a round in advance personally). any input useful Jack

1 round isn't a sample size worth worrying about. 20 rounds, yes.

Orange is best for visibility.

Well, his only reasoning to me was caring about others. He never said about uni-tasking to me, or anything worthwhile for that matter, you added that.

If you care what others think, and live your life by others, then that's your problem. It's funny you quoted me and Matt. +1.5 index and care what others think, your mental game isn't as good as mine and never will be.

Interesting. Mine is Ben Sayers, hence me referencing lofted putters in the title of the thread (rather than calling them chippers). Ben Sayers XF Pro Chipper is built like a putter, aware it's called a chipper though. I can see the Cleveland smart sole 4 chipper is built like an iron/wedge, if that's the one you're using. I didn't consider using it for punch shots, suppose that could be an idea if I get into trouble under a tree/bush - but have a decent enough lie to use it. I will request a title change to Putters/Chippers (can't do it myself anymore - edit feature no longer available on the original post) - so the title is up to the mods/admins now.

Pros (and amateurs playing an the top level) have amazing short games already with a range of clubs. I was talking about people without a top class short game. In particular those bad at chipping around the green. Would love to know the percentage of golfers that carry one. I’m sure plenty of high handicappers in particular would benefit by carrying one.

Personally think unless you have a top class short game then the club is beneficial, and worth having in the bag. Hence I made the thread.

What's the deal with more amateurs (male and female) not having these in the bag to use around the green? Am I missing something?

You're right with this comment. If you want to play from the front and leave the D at home do that. If the course has par 5s it's worth having D in the bag incase you get the urge to use it though.

I think I'll keep using it until 2024. Just as well since it is a decent club for me currently. Today it stalked the 50 yard flag on the range well. Thanks for the info everyone.

OK. Thanks for this. Don’t want to be using a club the pros aren’t allowed. Feels wrong.

A friend suggested my 60 degree Cleveland Tour Action 900 wedge wasn't legal to play with, not on tour at least. Just wondered if anyone knew before I go down the rabbit hole of researching it? Many thanks.