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  • mrussel1
    mrussel1 Posts: 30,879
    I bought a Stealth this year and it took some time to tweak it but now I think I have it dialed in.  It was really frustrating.  I was hitting a 12 degree TM SLDR for years and I would drive it about 260 to 270.  Got the Stealth and immediately was hitting it 220.  No further.  I was furious.  I lofted it up and down to no avail.  Mis-hit it too.  Then I realized it was 1/2" longer than my SLDR.  I cut it back 1/2" to control my arc and I was back to about 240 at 10.5.  Lowered it to 9 and now I am hitting 260 yard bullets with 20-30 yards of roll on a dry day.  And it's way easier to control.  I was ready to throw it away 10 days ago and now I'm thrilled. 
  • bootlegger10
    bootlegger10 Posts: 16,251
    eddiec said:
    bootlegger10 said:
    Tiger Woods Commits to Playing in JP McManus Pro-Am Ahead of 2022 Open Championship | Bleacher Report | Latest News, Videos and Highlights


    I'm going to be 1 hour away from Adare Manor when this pro-am happens and then will be playing Adare Manor 3 days after.  This is so cool. I've put in for a ticket but we'll see if I bid enough.  Would be a neat experience to walk the course and follow all these greats knowing 3 days later I'll be playing it too.  Ryder Cup course too in 2027
    Lahinch before Adare?

    Congrats on shelling out for Adare. There's a reason they got the Ryder Cup. McManus has invested tens of millions in the course. They have a similar air system to Augusta on the greens. Owner where I work is a member and invites a few us down throughout the summer. (I've had to decline bc of my back.) The Asst Pro took a few videos putting on the Tee Box. They're better than most course's greens. Enjoy. 

    I'll keep an eye out for tickets for the Pro Am for you.
    Thanks!  Yes, have tee times at Lahinch both days.   My brother can’t join me like it was planned for last year so have two prepaid tee times to use. Ballybunion is on the 6th and 7th.  Can’t wait.   Gonna be exhausting. 11 rounds in 10 days.  Circling the island.
  • Cliffy6745
    Cliffy6745 Posts: 34,022
    That’s amazing. I don’t know the entire deal with adare, but it looks completely fucking outrageous 
  • eddiec
    eddiec Posts: 3,959
    edited April 2022
    Cliffy6745 said:
    That’s amazing. I don’t know the entire deal with adare, but it looks completely fucking outrageous 
    When you pay a green fee, your guest bag tag is engraved. (I erased some of the Pro's name.)


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  • Indifference71
    Indifference71 Chicago Posts: 14,906
    Hit what was probably the best shot of my life yesterday.  Long par 4 and had 210 left into the wind.  Hit a 4 iron to about 3 feet and hit the birdie putt.  So happy golf season is finally here!
  • The Juggler
    The Juggler Posts: 49,590
    Came in 3rd place in my tournament yesterday. Top 3 get a little cash. Had two clutch pars on 17 and 18 to make it happen too. 

    Really glad I joined this league. Nice to get those competitive juices flowing for the first time in a long time. 
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  • JojoRice
    JojoRice Kennesaw, GA Posts: 4,553
    Played my first round in a month yesterday. Shot 81 with 3 double bogeys. 
    "I got memories, I got shit"
  • bootlegger10
    bootlegger10 Posts: 16,251
    The Juggler said:
    Came in 3rd place in my tournament yesterday. Top 3 get a little cash. Had two clutch pars on 17 and 18 to make it happen too. 

    Really glad I joined this league. Nice to get those competitive juices flowing for the first time in a long time. 
    Great finish. Always more fun to have some wager but I've never played in a tournament (other than stupid scrambles).  

    JojoRice said:
    Played my first round in a month yesterday. Shot 81 with 3 double bogeys. 
    Nice!  

    I have yet to play 18 holes this year. I've decide to prioritize practice over play until my golf trip in June.  Saves time (practice 2 hours instead of playing 4 hours) and get a lot more reps.  Will still try to get 4-5 holes in though every once in a while.  
  • bootlegger10
    bootlegger10 Posts: 16,251
    edited May 2022
    bootlegger10 said:
    Tiger Woods Commits to Playing in JP McManus Pro-Am Ahead of 2022 Open Championship | Bleacher Report | Latest News, Videos and Highlights


    I'm going to be 1 hour away from Adare Manor when this pro-am happens and then will be playing Adare Manor 3 days after.  This is so cool. I've put in for a ticket but we'll see if I bid enough.  Would be a neat experience to walk the course and follow all these greats knowing 3 days later I'll be playing it too.  Ryder Cup course too in 2027
    Found out I won my bid to get a ticket.  Paid about 4X cost but such a unique experience.  Cannot wait!
  • Indifference71
    Indifference71 Chicago Posts: 14,906
    Shipnuck's book about Phil is going to be wild.  $40M in gambling losses over a 4 year period?!?  Already have it pre-ordered

    https://firepitcollective.com/the-multitudes-within-mickelson/
  • bootlegger10
    bootlegger10 Posts: 16,251
    Indifference71 said:
    Shipnuck's book about Phil is going to be wild.  $40M in gambling losses over a 4 year period?!?  Already have it pre-ordered

    https://firepitcollective.com/the-multitudes-within-mickelson/
    Wow.  Gonna be interesting. 
  • Cliffy6745
    Cliffy6745 Posts: 34,022
    Indifference71 said:
    Shipnuck's book about Phil is going to be wild.  $40M in gambling losses over a 4 year period?!?  Already have it pre-ordered

    https://firepitcollective.com/the-multitudes-within-mickelson/
    It's going to be so good, though I do kinda feel for Phil.  Clearly a public figure, but a lot of embarrassing stuff. He's just human.  Then again, the the Bones stuff is rough and scummy. He stiffed him?  Assume he's been paid since, but would be much worse than what Kuchar did in Mexico.

    This is incredible though...

     Then he had to cover his plane and mansion(s), plus his agent, caddie, pilots, chef, personal trainer, swing coaches and sundry others. Throw in all the other expenses of a big life—like an actual T. Rex skull for a birthday present


  • Indifference71
    Indifference71 Chicago Posts: 14,906
    Yeah the stuff with Bones was really surprising to read.  Owing his caddy several hundred thousand???  Just brutal.

    A T-Rex skull....that's some Nicolas Cage type of shit. 
  • The Juggler
    The Juggler Posts: 49,590
    Yeah I will definitely be reading that one
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  • The Juggler
    The Juggler Posts: 49,590
    Looks like Sergio is gonna jump over to LIV
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  • Cliffy6745
    Cliffy6745 Posts: 34,022
    edited May 2022
    The Juggler said:
    Looks like Sergio is gonna jump over to LIV
    Sounds like it’s gonna be the senior European tour. 

    Also, the less I have to watch Sergio complain the better. Fuck that guy
  • Indifference71
    Indifference71 Chicago Posts: 14,906
    Sergio has always been a whiny little bitch.  Have fun with the Saudis.  They're very tolerant people so I'm sure they'll let him look for his ball however long he wants!
  • ddeschler
    ddeschler Posts: 687
    They DQ'd Sergio at the 2019 Saudi Invitational for damaging their course.  2nd offense is loss of limb.
    I've seen quite a few Pearl Jam shows.
  • Cliffy6745
    Cliffy6745 Posts: 34,022
    Strapped by no laying up is as good good content that exists 
  • bootlegger10
    bootlegger10 Posts: 16,251
    Cliffy6745 said:
    Strapped by no laying up is as good good content that exists 
    I really liked Old South.  I would play that over most Hilton Head courses. 

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