Would it be worth it to go for a custom iron fitting even though I won't be buying from them? Essentially I'd like to get the important numbers like lie angle, shaft etc and then look for second hand as I'm not in a position to afford the newest tech.
Is this something offered by many places?
Essentially I am mid twenties female trying to get into golf this summer so I had a few questions
I’ve tried ringing up several golf courses on their “get into golf” programmes and my understanding is a majority of them have already started or now have waiting lists which is a real bummer. I’m in Dublin 8 - does anyone know of any that are starting this summer that I have missed the boat on?
I was also looking for general advice on how to get into golf when I don’t really know anyone to help me, can I play alone? I did do 4 group lessons and I was okay and do have some sort of eye coordination as I play a lot of other sports thankfully. From the lessons, I was hoping to find people to play with but it didn’t really work out.
If I was to book a round - which golf clubs let’s non members play and have easy admin in booking?
Golf clubs are pretty expensive and I’m not sure I’m ready to commit to buying a set - what’s it like to rent or find some second hand ones?
Thanks for any help in advance
Hi lads,
I'm a 4.8 handicap and never been great at tracking rounds, etc. A goal in the next two years is to get to scratch. Spent quite some time (more than I care to admit!) digging through scratch players data to understand what targets constitute to playing as a scratch golfer.
I took the data and built the app with a set of targets that your round is scored against. It outputs an overall Scratch Score which can be used to track how close/far you are from playing scratch golf in general. Then within that, being able to dive deeper into each target and understand the data.
The 5 targets that rounds are scored against:
- GIR's hit (12/18)
- 3-putts (None)
- Doubles or worse (None)
- Scrambling % (50%)
- Birdies (3 per round)
The idea is more geared towards the single figure handicap looking to understand how their rounds are positioned against scratch level, and whether you are trending in the right direction or focusing on the right things.
I'm going to be using it this season (along with some mates) to test the concept.
Not fishing for sign ups here, just honest feedback on the idea. Just a web app currently (Not native IOS, etc)
Does anyone know on golf courses throughout Ireland that have cheap overseas or distance members rates?
IGolf not an option as I was a member less than 36 months ago and I am currently living abroad but want to play during the summer.
Thanks
The whole week looks to be a write off.
What do ye do in season when its like this?
Think it’s too wet for the range even
I’ve a load of big outings planned over the next and I don’t think I’m at all sharp and tuned in on my game, especially pitching/chipping
Had some fun with my wedges and a laser engraver!
Traveling to Ireland for a non golf trip 5/20 - 5/29. I will have a few days to myself on 5/26 and 5/27 (Tuesday and Wednesday) and would love to get a few rounds of golf in. We are staying in Booterstown so South of Dublin probably makes the most sense. We will have a rental and I plan to bring clubs so my options are pretty open.
Any recommendations for quality courses around $200 euros per round? Powerscourt and Druids Heath are a few courses that have popped up with availability, but wanted to get some recs before booking.
Looking at getting a lesson or two and checked the pricing with my local pro being €100 for an hour. Immediately felt like this is on the more expensive side. Is this the going rate now?
I know these Americans all hopped up on two Bud Lites get annoying, but i gotta say this call makes me laugh 😃
I put a post up here a few weeks ago about not being able to break 100. Took all the tips and guidance on board and worked on it, and it worked! Thanks again for all the help folks I was absolutely delighted walking off that course yesterday. After my 9 of the 7th hole I put away driver and my last 7 holes was like a dream, pars and bogeys the whole way home.
Hopefully can continue to stay under 100 regularly but I feel like that monkey is off my back now!
Has anyone here had their driver shaft shortened after having used it for a while?
What was the starting and ending length?
How did you decide on what length would suit you? What is your height and wrist to floor measurements if relevant?
What differences did you notice after cutting it?
Just looking for input on which course to play on Monday coming up. Which is the better course ?
thanks in advance
Hi All
Male in 40’s and looking to get into golf . Any recommendations re induction classes for beginners etc in donabate, rush, skerries areas.
Thanks You
Hey all — selling 2 prepaid tee times due to a trip cancellation.
Tralee Golf Club — Sun June 8, 12:12 PM — 2-ball — $525/player
Waterville Golf Links — Mon June 9, 7:50 AM — 2-ball — $465/player
Lmk if interested - can pay half upfront and half after successful name transfer with pro shop.
Hi all.
Im 39 male from Wexford with a handicap of 15.3. After my 30th birthday I bought myself a package MacGregor DTC set of clubs, 5-PW, Driver, 3 wood, hybrids etc and they've served me fine for the past 9 years. I broke my 5 iron coming out of the trees this morning and I'd been considering updating my clubs and this has just pushed me towards doing that even further.
I got an Odyssey blade putter last year and I love it but now looking at a decent set of irons and a dedicated driver. I hit my current driver about 250-270 yards.
Have ye any advice on irons-driver I should look towards.
Ive been looking at the Callaway Rogue range but have no experience of them.
Budget is about €800-€900 for irons and driver.
Im also cack handed / hurlers grip, not sure if that would make a difference but if anyone has any input id appreciate it.
Also, should I try and buy from the like of McGuirks or visit a local pro shop and buy from them, anyone noticed any benefit from doing either? I just have the feeling Mcguirks will be more Salesman than Golf pro advice?
This may or may not be allowed so I do apologize if it breaks any rules
Just found out about a new Simulator place in Portarlington, called Golf Plus (across from the old Fastway Depot, 5b Botley Lane is the address) They only opened last Saturday and I just heard about it from a friend that doesn't even play golf!.
Just home from being there and it's a great set up, 3 enclosed trackman bays, the owner was super nice, €25 for a 1hr session.
They have other simulators there that have loads of games on them like bowling, football, disc golf etc so be handy for anyone with kids let them at the games and you get an hour on the sim, brilliant idea to be fair.
Rental clubs are all serious level, Ping G430 sets and the full Takomo range is supposed to land next week the owner was saying.
Definitely worth a visit if you're a local like myself and want to support a new local business, be great to see this place take off and possibly expand with more bays!
Just wondering if anyone knows of any groups or companies that organise golf trips for solo travellers?
Life’s been fairly rough lately and I’m thinking of getting away for a few days. Wouldn’t mind combining it with a golf holiday as well.
I asked a few of the lads I usually golf with, but most already have family holidays or other plans booked for the summer unfortunately.
Back playing golf for around 3 months after many years off ( for various reasons )
Have upgraded everything in my bag along with my bag and trolley but i am still using the same irons that I used when I first started playing. They're dunlops I bought years ago and are probably worth about 2 euro each but have done the job till now.
Going to a golfstore Saturday to pick up a set of second hands so any advice on what to look out for ?
I am in the process of getting a handicap and shoot between 95 and 103 on average on a good par 73 course. Budget is around €300\€350
Thanks for any advice.
Looking for recommendations for the best cart bag.
At the moment I'm between two;
Ogio by Callaway All Elements Silencer Cart Bag Black
Motocaddy Dry Series Cart Bag Black - Red
I'm wondering if anyone who has the Ogio has any negative experience with using the silencer system?
https://www.mcguirksgolf.com/p/ogio-by-callaway-all-elements-silencer-cart-bag--black/og26a0301001
Link to Motocaddy:
https://www.mcguirksgolf.com/p/motocaddy-dry-series-cart-bag--black---red/mo26a0303004