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Bwana 07-19-2009 06:56 AM
I play golf on average of once every 7 years. I know I am going to suck at it, so it's one sport I don't take seriously. I just try to avoid killing someone with a golf ball during the round and enjoy a beer of two along the way.

Shag 07-19-2009 08:46 AM
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Originally Posted by PastorMikH (Post 5909976)
It amazes me how many people will spend a lot of time on the driving range but don't go to the putting green. Usually a person only uses their driver 12-14 times a round, but half the strokes on a course are putts.
Because the putting green is boring. :D

It's true, though. Spend as much time putting/chipping as you do on full swings, and you'll see a definite improvement in score...

Old Dog 07-19-2009 08:49 AM
Be thankful that you got to spend some quality time with your Dad. One of these days, he may not be around.

Saccopoo 07-19-2009 12:39 PM
Golf is a stupid "sport." The only reason it's popular is that even fat, lazy, drunk schmucks can be relatively proficient at it without so much as a lesson. And it makes people think that they are all "high-brow" with their $450 driver that they just bought at a 50% off sale and their cartoonish golf outfits that are akin to yuppie Harley Sunday riders and kids at Halloween. That is, until the guy in cutoffs, a tank top and a mullet golfs past you at par or under. Then you feel like an utter and complete failure at golf and life in general.

Skip Towne 07-19-2009 12:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Saccogoo (Post 5910988)
Golf is a stupid "sport." The only reason it's popular is that even fat, lazy, drunk schmucks can be relatively proficient at it without so much as a lesson. And it makes people think that they are all "high-brow" with their $450 driver that they just bought at a 50% off sale and their cartoonish golf outfits that are akin to yuppie Harley Sunday riders and kids at Halloween. That is, until the guy in cutoffs, a tank top and a mullet golfs past you at par or under. Then you feel like an utter and complete failure at golf and life in general.
You can't play, huh?

007 07-19-2009 12:45 PM
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Originally Posted by PastorMikH (Post 5909968)
Seriously, talk to a golf instructor. It's amazing how a few tips can make a huge difference. Our local guy charges $20 for 30-45 minutes worth of instruction. Since I'm a member and out there regularly, he will take time occasionally to just watch me on the practice tees and give a few pointers for free. Courses in bigger cities may cost more, but think about it, if you could buy a driver that cost $500, but it was guaranteed to change your game, would you buy it? Amazing how people will spend $$$$ on more clubs hoping to overcome their poor swing mechanics but don't talk to an instructor that can help them hit any club better.
I pay $29 per month for unlimited golf on 4 topeka courses and still only find time to get out maybe once every couple weeks. I won't waste money on instruction or range balls unless I can get out every week. If I am getting out every week I am already improving my game because I keep coming back. heh

At this point though, I can't justify the expense. I don't even keep score. I just try to get to the green which isn't easy.

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Originally Posted by PastorMikH (Post 5909976)
It amazes me how many people will spend a lot of time on the driving range but don't go to the putting green. Usually a person only uses their driver 12-14 times a round, but half the strokes on a course are putts.
I'll worry about putting after I can get to the green on a par 5 in 5 strokes or under.

Saccopoo 07-19-2009 12:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Skip Towne (Post 5910995)
You can't play, huh?
I was on the varsity team as a freshman and have been swinging clubs since I was ten. However, I can't play with the links stuffed chock full of stupid, idiotic, cart riding dildos who blather profusely about which ding dong on the pro circuit is doing what, where, when, etc. ad naseum. You know, the dorks who wear Callaway hats and Titlest shirts to public places and who keep running tabs on what equipment endorsements the 137th ranked dude on the PGA has.

Basically, I used to like golf. Golf before Tiger anyway.

007 07-19-2009 12:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Saccogoo (Post 5911020)
I was on the varsity team as a freshman and have been swinging clubs since I was ten. However, I can't play with the links stuffed chock full of stupid, idiotic, cart riding dildos who blather profusely about which ding dong on the pro circuit is doing what, where, when, etc. ad naseum. You know, the dorks who wear Callaway hats and Titlest shirts to public places and who keep running tabs on what equipment endorsements the 137th ranked dude on the PGA has.

Basically, I used to like golf. Golf before Tiger anyway.
What do you do, golf right up their asses? I'm never close enough to the other parties out there to ever hear what they are saying.

I'm right here with ya on the carts though. I feel like I am cheating somehow if I ride in a cart.

RJ 07-19-2009 12:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Saccogoo (Post 5911020)
I was on the varsity team as a freshman and have been swinging clubs since I was ten. However, I can't play with the links stuffed chock full of stupid, idiotic, cart riding dildos who blather profusely about which ding dong on the pro circuit is doing what, where, when, etc. ad naseum. You know, the dorks who wear Callaway hats and Titlest shirts to public places and who keep running tabs on what equipment endorsements the 137th ranked dude on the PGA has.

Basically, I used to like golf. Golf before Tiger anyway.

So I take it you gave up the game?

RJ 07-19-2009 12:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Guru (Post 5911002)
I pay $29 per month for unlimited golf on 4 topeka courses


That's a helluva deal. I'd probably play more often if there were prices like that available here. As it is, I'm usually looking at a minimum of $50 a round.

Saccopoo 07-19-2009 01:10 PM
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Originally Posted by RJ (Post 5911036)
So I take it you gave up the game?
Pretty much.

Saccopoo 07-19-2009 01:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Guru (Post 5911034)
What do you do, golf right up their asses? I'm never close enough to the other parties out there to ever hear what they are saying.

I'm right here with ya on the carts though. I feel like I am cheating somehow if I ride in a cart.
It's not on the course that I have to suffer the folly of golf noob fools. It's at the bar, in the grocery store, at dinner parties, etc. I mean, Christ - leave it at the goddamn course for crying out loud. Quit living it like you are actually a lifetime, founding member of the PGA and there isn't anything else in the universe that doesn't exist other than golf, golf equipment and golf games - after the links. Shit. Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus don't talk golf half as much as these neo-Tiger douchebags.

And carts are for pussies.

007 07-19-2009 01:33 PM
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Originally Posted by RJ (Post 5911038)
That's a helluva deal. I'd probably play more often if there were prices like that available here. As it is, I'm usually looking at a minimum of $50 a round.
That includes a swimming pool at two different courses and fitness facilities at three. It was a monster deal for a family of 6. I figure, as long as my wife is using the pool and fitness facilities my lack of getting out every week is less of a problem. That will change when school is back in session. I'll be able to go out every monday morning for a full 18 instead of only 9 which is all I have time for right now.

"Bob" Dobbs 07-19-2009 01:33 PM
I always try to shove my putter under the windmill. Then I drop the ball into the clown's mouth for a free game.

morphius 07-19-2009 01:49 PM
I'm still trying to figure out what I would do if I had a good round.

Actually I have really low expectations, and occasional can't even meet those. I just go out for the fun and to try and get a little better.


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