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Hello: I’m wondering about the credibility of several infomercials I’ve seen lately on TV. (I’m writing an article about the subject for a golf magazine, the details of which I’ll explain to any email replies.) I know many golfers just ASSUME the claims on infomercials should be taken with a grain of salt, but seriously, if a product claims, as the SAM 2000 does, to "cut your handicap in half in just 21 days" and can add "probably up to 20 to 25 yards with your driver," what do most golfers think? Do you pay attention, laugh it off or what?
"Cut your handicap in half in just 21 days" ???
Basically this is impossible, to figure your handicap you take your best 10 scores out of your last 20. So in 21 days you would have to play at least 20 rounds of golf. Most people dont play nearly that much or even practice that much either. The best way to improve…get lessons from a PGA Professional. Milo – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – What is your opinion of Roger Maltbie when you see him on the John Daly "Power Groove" infomercial say: "The Power Groove is guaranteed to cut your handicap by a third and add 20 yards to your drives."? Do you think it’s just a commercial and no one really cares if any of these claims are credible, or do you think Roger Maltbie — a member of the Tour and frequent TV commentator — has an obligation to be more circumspect in what he endorses? Have any of you had to return a product from an infomercial? How were you treated? What are some of the best/worst products you’ve dealt with from infomercials? I’d love to hear from you. Thanks, Bruce Selcraig. 512-447-1550
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: Hi everyone. I got some questions to ask. One of my golfing friends : told me to turn pro when I’m older. I am 15 now. I shoot mid to high : 70’s on a fairly difficult course. I need to know what it is I need to : do to become a pro. I mean, I already know about Q-school and thats a : long way off. I need to drop about nine strokes to be doing that. Here : are my stats: <snip Take one step at a time. With your skills at age 15, you probably already have a teacher? If not, try to find one, preferably one who’ll work with you at a discounted rate…. Are you playing high school golf? Entering local junior tournaments? Entering national junior tournaments? AJGA or USGA Junior? You should get a good idea of how you stack up and what you need to work on from your results against other golfers your age. Next: can you get a golf scholarship at the end of high school? If so, you’ve got four years to work on your game and play in competitive situations. If not, you need to find a place to "walk-on" – playing without a scholarship, at least at first, until perhaps you can prove your merit. It’s suggested that you choose a college down south, California, or the desert, where it’s warm enough to work on your game year-round. By the end of college, you should have some idea of whether or not professional golf is a realistic possibility. And remember, there’s always the Senior Tour….. Best wishes.
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- Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Hello there !! I just seen Davis love on TV advertise the Sensicore shafts. I’m a little bit exciting about it and want to ask several questions . – What is the different between Dynamic gold (true temper) shafts and Sensicore ? is there a big difference ? as information I use the Dynamic gold shafts on my Titleist DCI. Which one is better ? – Do you suggest me to change to Sensicore for better result on feel and performance ? – How much is the estimate price for changing all my irons shafts 3-PW with sensicore shafts including labor cost ? Thanks in advance -Yongki-
The mai difference is that when you mishit your shot, you won’t feel the vibration as much as in normal steel shaft. There is a dynamic GOld /sensicore option if you like. The sensicore shaft (dynamic gold) sells for $13.5 each in Golfsmith. You can take your existing set to a clubmaker, and he can reshaft them for you. Expect to pay about $5 to $10 for reshafting each iron.
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Hello: I’m wondering about the credibility of several infomercials I’ve seen lately on TV. (I’m writing an article about the subject for a golf magazine, the details of which I’ll explain to any email replies.) I know many golfers just ASSUME the claims on infomercials should be taken with a grain of salt, but seriously, if a product claims, as the SAM 2000 does, to "cut your handicap in half in just 21 days" and can add "probably up to 20 to 25 yards with your driver," what do most golfers think? Do you pay attention, laugh it off or what? What is your opinion of Roger Maltbie when you see him on the John Daly "Power Groove" infomercial say: "The Power Groove is guaranteed to cut your handicap by a third and add 20 yards to your drives."? Do you think it’s just a commercial and no one really cares if any of these claims are credible, or do you think Roger Maltbie — a member of the Tour and frequent TV commentator — has an obligation to be more circumspect in what he endorses? Have any of you had to return a product from an infomercial? How were you treated? What are some of the best/worst products you’ve dealt with from infomercials? I’d love to hear from you. Thanks, Bruce Selcraig. 512-447-1550
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– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – As Mark is famous for saying, 76.8% of all stats that you hear are made up! So, from www.pgatour.com, I can give you some exact numbers (the numbers that Mark gave you would make you an awesome tee-to-green player, but by far the worst putter on tour – kinda like Dave Barr (where is he now?!?)!). Koenig) writes: | : Driver: GBB F10. I hit it about 250. | | add 20-30 yds…(see below) Top was John Daly (302.0), 195th was Ed Fiori (244.8). John Morse was second last with your 250 (250.6 to be exact). Middle of the pack was 3 guys tied for 267.2. | | : I hit about 75% fairways and about 6 to ten greens. | | Get the fairways up to 80% and add 20-30 yds….you’ll need to increase | your GIR to a minimum of 14. 80% of fairways would make you almost #1 in that stat. Allen Doyle was #1 with 80.8%, Fred Funk was #2 with 79.8%. Bottom of the pack was Chip Beck with 50.4%, 194th was John Daly at 53.6%. Middle of the pack was 68.5%. It is a lot easier to hit fairways on a country club from the mens tees then from the champs tees on a course like Congressional or a TPC.
Amen to that. Once played a TPC from the very tips and never before realized what "long" means. And of course, the longer it has to be, then the more accurate it has to be. NEVER give up your real job!
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Hi everyone. I got some questions to ask. One of my golfing friends told me to turn pro when I’m older. I am 15 now. I shoot mid to high 70’s on a fairly difficult course. I need to know what it is I need to do to become a pro.
snip First of all a good mental approach to the game is important…. always practice with a purpose. Just hitting 1000+ balls a day is not the best approach. Try to have a positive attitude no matter what the game throws at you (this is easier said than done sometimes). Most of all have fun it is after all a game. Second, you said you hit 6 to 10 GIR per round, so you’re missing 8-12 a round (I was good at math). This may stem from a lack of confidence in your short game. If you’re not confident with your short shots you will tend to try to steer the ball away from trouble on your approach shots to the green. What usually happens next is you tense up, make a bad swing, and the ball ends up where you did NOT want it to go. So go and practice your shots from 60yds and closer. 65-70% of your practice time should be spent chipping and putting. Be creative — use different clubs — practice from bad lies, behind trees, under branches, any possible lie you might experience in a round of golf. Once you have the confidence to get the ball up and down from around the green you’ll find you won’t worry about your approach shots as much. A good book to read is "Golf is not a game of perfect" by Bob Rotella Good Luck Brian
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(snipped) – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Are you talking about becoming a touring professional golfer? Or, a PGA Golf Professional? To be a touring professional golfer, you need to hit 1,000+ balls EVERY day and then spend twice as much time on your putting and chipping. By the time you’re 25, you’ll be ready for Q-school. Lee Trevino said that if he could find a young golfer that could consistently go to a course he’s NEVER seen before and shoot 1 over par or better, then he was a candidate for the tour. If you want to be a PGA Golf Professional and work as a head pro at a golf course, giving lessons, running tournaments and selling golf equipment, then you are already shooting low enough scores. When you turn 18, your first step will be to shoot 36 holes at a PAT (Playing Ability Test). A qualifying score would be about 150-156 total strokes for the 36 holes. If you qualify, then you become an apprentice for the next 2 – 4 yrs. You’ll work at a golf course for very low pay. You’ll go to several expensive week-long schools or seminars. And, you’ll be required to complete several other work-at-your-own pace projects. When you’ve made it through all of this, you will gain full class "A" member status in the PGA and then you can start applying for head pro postitions. Good luck! — Barry Smith
Hi Barry: I found your response rather interesting. I thought that within the 2 or 3 year apprenticeship period the apprentice must complete a 2 year business course. and if the apprentice failed to do this he/she would be booted out of the PGA. I much rather your instructions. Last year I was interested in becoming a teaching pro and made inquiries. When I found out about the business course I was disappointed. Being a single male working and living on my own I just can’t quit my job and enroll in a business course. I could fit the work at a golf course and the seminars into my schedule. I think I will start inquiring again. Regards Trevor Critch
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– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Hello there !! I just seen Davis love on TV advertise the Sensicore shafts. I’m a little bit exciting about it and want to ask several questions . – What is the different between Dynamic gold (true temper) shafts and Sensicore ? is there a big difference ? as information I use the Dynamic gold shafts on my Titleist DCI. Which one is better ? – Do you suggest me to change to Sensicore for better result on feel and performance ? – How much is the estimate price for changing all my irons shafts 3-PW with sensicore shafts including labor cost ? Thanks in advance -Yongki-
Can’t tell you much about getting a retrofit, but I have a set of Ping Eye Two’s with the Sensicore shafts. Great feel, and just stiff enough for my swing! But I think the relevant question as to whether you should have your DCI’s reshafted is your swing speed. It’s my understanding that if your swing speed with a five iron is somewhere around 75 mph, then the sensicore is probably worth a look. Sam – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text –
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- Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – As Mark is famous for saying, 76.8% of all stats that you hear are made up! So, from www.pgatour.com, I can give you some exact numbers (the numbers that Mark gave you would make you an awesome tee-to-green player, but by far the worst putter on tour – kinda like Dave Barr (where is he now?!?)!). | : Driver: GBB F10. I hit it about 250. | | add 20-30 yds…(see below) Top was John Daly (302.0), 195th was Ed Fiori (244.8). John Morse was second last with your 250 (250.6 to be exact). Middle of the pack was 3 guys tied for 267.2. | | : I hit about 75% fairways and about 6 to ten greens. | | Get the fairways up to 80% and add 20-30 yds….you’ll need to increase | your GIR to a minimum of 14. 80% of fairways would make you almost #1 in that stat. Allen Doyle was #1 with 80.8%, Fred Funk was #2 with 79.8%. Bottom of the pack was Chip Beck with 50.4%, 194th was John Daly at 53.6%. Middle of the pack was 68.5%.
It is a lot easier to hit fairways on a country club from the mens tees then from the champs tees on a course like Congressional or a TPC.
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- Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Hi everyone. I got some questions to ask. One of my golfing friends told me to turn pro when I’m older. I am 15 now. I shoot mid to high 70’s on a fairly difficult course. I need to know what it is I need to do to become a pro. I mean, I already know about Q-school and thats a long way off. I need to drop about nine strokes to be doing that. Here are my stats: Driver: GBB F10. I hit it about 250. 3,5W: Generic GBB fakes. 3 about 225, 5 about 200-210. 2-9I: Ping Eye 2(Black dot): 3I:190, 6:165, 8I:140 PW: Mizuno T-Zoid. 100-120 LW: Cleveland 50-80 Putter: Rossie2(Oddysey) I hit about 75% fairways and about 6 to ten greens. I am a pretty good putter, I average just less than two putts on GIR. I am alright out of the sand and have an alright short game. I am open to all suggestions. Please tell me what I need to work on.
Are you talking about becoming a touring professional golfer? Or, a PGA Golf Professional? To be a touring professional golfer, you need to hit 1,000+ balls EVERY day and then spend twice as much time on your putting and chipping. By the time you’re 25, you’ll be ready for Q-school. Lee Trevino said that if he could find a young golfer that could consistently go to a course he’s NEVER seen before and shoot 1 over par or better, then he was a candidate for the tour. If you want to be a PGA Golf Professional and work as a head pro at a golf course, giving lessons, running tournaments and selling golf equipment, then you are already shooting low enough scores. When you turn 18, your first step will be to shoot 36 holes at a PAT (Playing Ability Test). A qualifying score would be about 150-156 total strokes for the 36 holes. If you qualify, then you become an apprentice for the next 2 – 4 yrs. You’ll work at a golf course for very low pay. You’ll go to several expensive week-long schools or seminars. And, you’ll be required to complete several other work-at-your-own pace projects. When you’ve made it through all of this, you will gain full class "A" member status in the PGA and then you can start applying for head pro postitions. Good luck! — Barry Smith Binary Data Services – http://www.looksee.com/bds Buy Sell Trade Golf Clubs – http://www.looksee.com/barry Internet to Alphanumeric Pager Services – http://www.AlphaBeeper.Com
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As Mark is famous for saying, 76.8% of all stats that you hear are made up! So, from www.pgatour.com, I can give you some exact numbers (the numbers that Mark gave you would make you an awesome tee-to-green player, but by far the worst putter on tour – kinda like Dave Barr (where is he now?!?)!).
| : Driver: GBB F10. I hit it about 250. | | add 20-30 yds…(see below) Top was John Daly (302.0), 195th was Ed Fiori (244.8). John Morse was second last with your 250 (250.6 to be exact). Middle of the pack was 3 guys tied for 267.2. | | : I hit about 75% fairways and about 6 to ten greens. | | Get the fairways up to 80% and add 20-30 yds….you’ll need to increase | your GIR to a minimum of 14. 80% of fairways would make you almost #1 in that stat. Allen Doyle was #1 with 80.8%, Fred Funk was #2 with 79.8%. Bottom of the pack was Chip Beck with 50.4%, 194th was John Daly at 53.6%. Middle of the pack was 68.5%. GIR, top of the heap was Tom Lehman (72.7% or just over 13), bottom of the barrel is Chip Beck with 54.4% (or 9.8 GIR/round). Middle of the pack for GIR is 64.7% (11.6 GIR/round). | | : I am a pretty good putter, I average just less than two putts on GIR. | | When you are putting 1.9 per GIR AND your GIR is above 14, you’ll be | ready to take a shot at the Q-School…. 1.9 will give you a very short life on tour. The number 1 putter on the tour for 1997 was Don Pooley with 1.718 per GIR, bottom was Lee Porter with 1.852 per GIR. Middle of the road for putting was 1.787. | | Of course, we don’t know what your mental game is like….how often do you | play for cash?? Do you ever make a bet for more money than in your pocket? | Do you get mad when someone coughs right before you pull the trigger? | | Good Luck! (you’ll need alot of it!) | | Good Putting! | Mark Cheers, and better than Good Putting (you need great putting)! — Nortel – Richardson, Texas *standard disclaimers, etc., etc.
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I tried the sensicore shaft when I was fitted for my DCI’s. I like the Dynamic gold shaft better. From what I was told there is an insert in the shaft that absorbs the vibrations.I did NOT like the feel. I suggest you go and try them out somewhere before you buy. Brian – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Hello there !! I just seen Davis love on TV advertise the Sensicore shafts. I’m a little bit exciting about it and want to ask several questions . – What is the different between Dynamic gold (true temper) shafts and Sensicore ? is there a big difference ? as information I use the Dynamic gold shafts on my Titleist DCI. Which one is better ? – Do you suggest me to change to Sensicore for better result on feel and performance ? – How much is the estimate price for changing all my irons shafts 3-PW with sensicore shafts including labor cost ? Thanks in advance -Yongki-
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: Driver: GBB F10. I hit it about 250. add 20-30 yds…(see below) : I hit about 75% fairways and about 6 to ten greens. Get the fairways up to 80% and add 20-30 yds….you’ll need to increase your GIR to a minimum of 14. : I am a pretty good putter, I average just less than two putts on GIR. When you are putting 1.9 per GIR AND your GIR is above 14, you’ll be ready to take a shot at the Q-School…. Of course, we don’t know what your mental game is like….how often do you play for cash?? Do you ever make a bet for more money than in your pocket? Do you get mad when someone coughs right before you pull the trigger? Good Luck! (you’ll need alot of it!) Good Putting! Mark
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Hello there !! I just seen Davis love on TV advertise the Sensicore shafts. I’m a little bit exciting about it and want to ask several questions . – What is the different between Dynamic gold (true temper) shafts and Sensicore ? is there a big difference ? as information I use the Dynamic gold shafts on my Titleist DCI. Which one is better ? – Do you suggest me to change to Sensicore for better result on feel and performance ? – How much is the estimate price for changing all my irons shafts 3-PW with sensicore shafts including labor cost ? Thanks in advance -Yongki-
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Hi everyone. I got some questions to ask. One of my golfing friends told me to turn pro when I’m older. I am 15 now. I shoot mid to high 70’s on a fairly difficult course. I need to know what it is I need to do to become a pro. I mean, I already know about Q-school and thats a long way off. I need to drop about nine strokes to be doing that. Here are my stats: Driver: GBB F10. I hit it about 250. 3,5W: Generic GBB fakes. 3 about 225, 5 about 200-210. 2-9I: Ping Eye 2(Black dot): 3I:190, 6:165, 8I:140 PW: Mizuno T-Zoid. 100-120 LW: Cleveland 50-80 Putter: Rossie2(Oddysey) I hit about 75% fairways and about 6 to ten greens. I am a pretty good putter, I average just less than two putts on GIR. I am alright out of the sand and have an alright short game. I am open to all suggestions. Please tell me what I need to work on.