Galactica_Actual

A dozen of my new favorite ball, TopFlite Gamer V2. Some molded iron headcovers and a club brush.

It's so annoying. I don't mind cheers or anything like that, but for some reason yelling at the ball to get in the hole is extremely grating. I would much rather hear someone yell out "good ball."

Why not? Confidence adds a lot to your game. Something I just found out playing my dad's half-cavity backs (John Riley Repeaters). I bought the Nickent 3dx RC irons because they were supposed to be so much easier to hit and get in the air. After awhile I just couldn't get past how huge the clubhead is and how much I misalign due to the offset. I'll be playing the Repeaters until I find a new set, probably a similar style. I'm sure the technology is helpful but I just didn't like the way it looked/felt.

+1 on Paddy making a good run. I'm thinking Tiger for this one, he knows he's long overdue. Phil will do very well this week, with The Masters barely over, he's on high. 2nd or 3rd

+1 !! And a salami sandwich

There's no better public course around here in my opinion. So much fun and cheaper than the county courses, which blew my mind.

lol. Maybe more "heavy" than constricting. Somehow I don't think I can pull off anything skin-tight. c:

And I'm sure you haven't seen your fair share of people in slacks and polos who play slowly, are extremely rude, and don't repair divots, or are generally disrespectful? Please. If we're talking about personal experiences, those people I've played with wearing jeans are the most polite and easy going people on the course. Especially in stark contrast to the guy who plays the course 5 times a week who, judging by his attitude, hate that he is outside on such a nice day playing a round of golf. Who knows, maybe he is just noticing the fact my coworker plays in denim, and has some very serious preconceptions about that. Of course I agree that everyone should show respect on the course. I'm just saying that the fabric your pants are made of do not dictate your behavior. So yes, you are profiling when you say people who play in jeans are disrespecting the game of golf, and that's insulting. I agree that there should be some standards regarding dress, but it should describe the condition. Sporting holes in the pant legs of your khaki's are every bit an eyesore as they are in jeans. And finally, yes, respect is the ultimate issue. Respect the course, the rules, and those around you. I have all the respect in the world for the game and its patrons, now matter if I'm in my slacks or my 501s.

Good for them. If I had been insulted by being refused service at a course for something so insignificant I wouldn't run and change to accomodate them. You've got to have standards. Hopefully they are based on attitude and common decency, and not weather your pants are made from denim.

Even though you were responding to me (at least it appears that way since you quoted my post) you didn't actually give a reason jeans should not be allowed. Point 1 is insulting. Really, a bum? Why are you a bum if you are jeans just because someone near you is wearing slacks? That's as much a fallacy as the opposite. Your second just raises a question, "What is disrespectful about jeans to the game of golf?" And 3 is a question, and has nothing to do with jeans (though I have the same opinion about t-shirts, where I don't wear them because I personally don't find them comfortable, but others do). And yes that person is looking down on them. I was responding to montru's post, and he thought it was a big enough issue that he went to talk to the manager about it.

I agree. I've tried it and it's way too constricting. But to forbid people to golf in jeans is rediculous. It's completely unfounded and elitist.

What difference does it make? Do slacks make you a better golfer? I can't believe there are people like you that are so stuck up that you would go and take it up with the manager. Who are you to look down upon other golfers? Please give a good reason jeans shouldn't be allowed . Seriously, I'm intrigued.

all the public ones. Nicest would be Horse Thief in Tehachapi.

I've always used interlocking because that's what my dad used, and he's the one who first helped me get into this sport. Now when I pick up a baseball bat I always want to grip it with and interlocking grip!! lol. Anyway, It's been suggested by a couple people that I try overlapping. I've never used it in a swing, but as I'm gripping a PW I have lying around right now, it just feels so akward. Maybe I'll try it out and give it a chance. When those other people told me to try overlapping, I never asked why because I had no intention of trying it. Does anyone know a common reason someone would benefit switching from interlocking to overlapping?

Oooh, I never thought about that. I'm definitely trying that next time.

To The Dude: I think for it to work properly, the correct yell is "POW!"

I am working on the most basic of all parts of the swing, my alignment. My alignment at address- for all shots- is horrible. I feel that if I just fix my alignment, including exactly where I'm supposed to have the ball in my stance, I can immediately drop strokes.

Oh perfect! I'll definitely watch that one. DT might be arrogant but it just shows he knows what he wants when it comes down to business.

Comedy: Happy Gilmore. "That's your home! Are you too good for your home?" My favorite golf movie by far is The Legend of Bagger Vance. Favorite quote: "You see every drink of liquor you take kills a thousand brain cells. Now that doesn't much matter 'cos we got billions more. And first the sadness cells die so you smile real big. And then the quiet cells go so you just say everything real loud for no reason at all. That's ok, that's ok because the stupid cells go next, so everything you say is real smart. And finally, come the memory cells. These are tough sons of bitches to kill."

Let's see: Driver - $45, new, on eBay with matching 5w and 7w (don't use them though) Hybrids and Irons together - #3 #4 5-PW - $185, new, shipped, on eBay Sand Wedge - $29 on GigaGolf Putter - Unbelievable deal on an Odyssey White Steel 2-Ball SRT - I paid $30, new, at a sports store (with a $50 gift certificate and it was on sale!) So, about $290 to take me from Tee to Green, all new. I think I made out pretty well. Oh, and a great cart bag for $3 barely used at an auction. Hell, I must have one of the cheapest sets I've seen in this forum!

I think he is taking to heart the more constructive criticism he's received about his attitude. I can't wait to see what the rest of the year has in store.

With certain buddies: Bud Light. Come on, it's the only time you can legally drink and drive ;) Taking it seriously: Gatorade and Water with an extra cup of ice.

Last purchase: One dozen Titleist NXT Extreme balls. Next purchase: A NEW DRIVER. Can't wait!

Go ahead and leave 'em in the car if it's more convenient for you. Won't hurt anything.

I know that very few people use headcovers for their irons. I prefer to have them because they prevent bag chatter and dings. Also, especially around the green, they help me keep track of my clubs and not leave them. I take the headcover off and put it in my back pocket. Since they're numbered, I can also keep them well organized. I've been told it's overkill but it just gives my piece of mind. Any thoughts?