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Mikeland

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  • Birthday 11/30/1967

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  1. Thanks everyone. Guess it's just a matter of working through it.
  2. Out of the blue, all of a sudden, I got 'em. The snap fades, the hosel rockets, the dreaded sh**ks. Sometimes I feel like I'm leaning into the ball...then other times I feel like I don't get my right hand "through" at impact. I'm a 4 handicap...just shot 76 the other day, and now I can't hit the ball in the center of the clubface.. If I lay down a stick just outside the ball to force proper swing path I can hit the ball ok, but that's not legal on the course... And I can't remember the feeling of a good swing, only the hosel rocket swing sticks in my mind, so I know part of the problem is mental. This happens to me almost every year...about this time, it's crazy. I didn't have them last year, and thought I was done with them, but alas, here they are. Anyone have any thoughts on this subject, and how to fix what's going on? My pro moved to Florida and I have no idea who to go to in my area (southeastern MA). THANKS!!!
  3. Ok, I know a mat isn't the best thing for hittin' balls, but when you live in the Northeast, there's no other option during the cold season. Anyone have any recommendations for mats? I've seen a couple on-line that tout "real-feel" fibers, and a couple of ranges near me have some decent mats...I'd like to get one for my house... Thoughts?
  4. So I was watching the ladies play this weekend and I got to thinking - "man, I would love to play a round at Superstitions Springs!" I'm heading to Scottsdale in April, so I looked up the course website....of course - it's PRIVATE! So bummed. So my question is, does anyone have any insight on how one might be able to get a round (or two) in on a private such as Superstition Springs? Besides knowing someone who is a member...I'm talking walk-in-off-the-street (or call) and play.
  5. It's not often that I get to play alone, but when I do, I really enjoy it - as long as there's noone else in front of me of course! That's one of the great things about this game - you don't need a partner to play golf. I play most of my rounds as a "single", but usually get paired up with a two-some or three-some. Sometimes it works out, sometimes it sucks. As for playing with an iPod, that's an interesting thought...I prefer the sounds of the game...and it helps to be able to hear "FORE!!"!!! :)
  6. I'd like to see more tournaments become match play tournaments...where anyone could win, not someone who can go low 2 or 3 rounds out of 4. I like the comment about course conditions - bring up the rough! Also, tell them to stop whining - why are they complaining about playing 4 weeks in a row? I don't complain about having to work 4 weeks in a row (well, I do, but noone cares!). I mean c'mon...it's a GAME, and you're getting PAID TO PLAY IT. How about we let the European commentators work the telecasts....they're great...and Johnny Miller...hoo-man, that guy makes me sick, almost as much as Jim Nantz.
  7. Mikeland

    Bill Belicheat

    So much for needing the signals. While I don't think one game makes a team, last night's performance by the Pats was quite dominant. Especially with all the hype and drama going on...they could easily have faltered. And for all you out there who don't think your team does the same thing...get your head out of the sand. Players still have to perform, and execute...and the Pats executed to perfection last night. See ya LT!! 43 yards....BAH!
  8. So is anyone using the Taylor Made ball out there? I used to play the Titleist Pro-v1x (well, I still do), but I've been playing the Taylor Made TP-RED lately. I seem to hit it a bit farther off the driver, but pretty much the same distance with the irons. Spin is about the same...feel isn't so good when putting...but that's about the only negative. I read the review on this site and decided to give them a try. Just curious if anyone else is using them...
  9. I wear the necklace and sometimes the wristband. Not sure if it's mental or not, but I used to have some pretty bad tendinitis in my left elbow...it's still there, but not so bad anymore, and I haven't done anything else.
  10. Rubbing alchol works pretty well for cleaning Winn grips. I just re-gripped with Golf Pride grips..little different than Winn, but more durable. If you're handy, re-gripping is not that difficult - I've done it twice now for the cost of having them done once!!
  11. 3 times: 1 - 3wood to a 312yd downhill hole (down wind!) - over the green chipped on and birdied. 2 - driver to a 297yd dogleg right - two putted for birdie. 3 - driver to a 324yd straight out hole - 3 putt for par...tough green!
  12. I play most shots from the center, with the exception of the driver. On pitch and chips I usually place the ball a little further back in the stance. Funny, I just got a Titleist 585H 17* and couldn't hit it until I moved it back in my stance - to the middle as opposed to forward. Guess a lot depends on the player, shot selection, stance (above, below, side-hill) and the club. I like to play around with the positioning too...at the range of course!!
  13. 4 weeks ago. I shot 71 (1 under par) at my home course Blackstone National! Handicap was (is) 4.1. That was first round ever under par and I remember every shot. Everything seemed to flow and click that day - I never had a "tweener" yardage. A very rare round...hope more to come.
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  15. How was it? HOT!!! HA! Actually, wasn't too bad, heat-wise. It's 94 today in Boston, but it's so much worse because of the damn humidity. Anyway, I played well - 6 rounds total - 83, 80, 71, 79, 82, 80. I'll take it! I played both WeKoPa courses twice (so 4 rounds), Troon North (Monument) and Talking Stick (south course....SNORE). I guess there were water restrictions in place so most courses were in tough shape, that's why I played WeKoPa four times...never mind the fact that it's a beautiful facility!! Guess the reservation courses aren't under watering restrictions... I had a great time, and met a bunch of good folk too. The hotel was a DUMP - Hospitality Suites on Scottsdale Rd. Won't be staying there again. Now, if only this blister between my index and middle finger will heal...OUCH!!
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