Bigsmak Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 2 rounds tomorrow... Have the second part of a double medal over Gullane number 3 at 8:50 then.. foursome tie on number 1 around half 12 / quarter to 1 I will be knackered Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Everybody Loves Baz! Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 Bounce game at Broomie tomorrow.... ****in hate mats ?? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bebeto Posted January 12, 2019 Share Posted January 12, 2019 On 10/01/2019 at 22:40, weegranty said: Membership purchased for Pumpherston.Weekday only though,looking forward to playing regular again. Welcome. Been a member for 6 years. Cracking course Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bigsmak Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 On 11/01/2019 at 23:42, Bigsmak said: 2 rounds tomorrow... Have the second part of a double medal over Gullane number 3 at 8:50 then.. foursome tie on number 1 around half 12 / quarter to 1 I will be knackered And I am knackered - My golf is close but also so far away... Hitting the ball well but misjudging all distances with wedges causing me to take 3 from within 100 yards a lot...... I know that is down to a lack of playing / practising but it is still frustrating. My long game is good though, and I'm hitting ball off the tee as well as I can, nearly drove a couple of Par 4s that are not usually in range so was very happy with this... It really makes a huge difference when I'm hitting wedge and my playing partner has a wood in their hands.... Looking forward to the season and think i can get back to 3 again (think i'm 3.9 just now) and would love to actually win something this year! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hmfc_liam06 Posted January 13, 2019 Share Posted January 13, 2019 Second winter medal today, followed up an excellent 64 with a brutal 74. It actually wasn't all that bad. Didn't quite drive as well as last weekend but my putting let me down, was far too aggressive with it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tommy Brown Posted January 14, 2019 Share Posted January 14, 2019 16 hours ago, hmfc_liam06 said: Second winter medal today, followed up an excellent 64 with a brutal 74. It actually wasn't all that bad. Didn't quite drive as well as last weekend but my putting let me down, was far too aggressive with it. I played up at the Kittocks yesterday, bloody windy. What a great course though, really enjoyed it. Desperate for more, looking at their seniors open on Tues March 12th. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hmfc_liam06 Posted January 14, 2019 Share Posted January 14, 2019 1 hour ago, Tommy Brown said: I played up at the Kittocks yesterday, bloody windy. What a great course though, really enjoyed it. Desperate for more, looking at their seniors open on Tues March 12th. I can imagine, it was bad enough playing parkland! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Samuel Camazzola Posted January 14, 2019 Share Posted January 14, 2019 2 hours ago, Tommy Brown said: I played up at the Kittocks yesterday, bloody windy. What a great course though, really enjoyed it. Desperate for more, looking at their seniors open on Tues March 12th. I played it on Saturday. Greens were superb as usual and it got a bit blowy then too! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tommy Brown Posted January 21, 2019 Share Posted January 21, 2019 On 30/12/2018 at 17:49, Tommy Brown said: I finally decided to order it yesterday, but found a Ben Sayers one at £65 https://www.clarkesgolf.co.uk/ben-sayers-xf-laser-rangefinder.html Played in howling gale at Eyemouth, honestly thought I was in danger of getting blown off the cliff at the 7th, the trolley kept getting blown over. But the rangefinder worked fine, only used it a few times as I couldn't keep my hand steady enough in ****ing wind Played yesterday at pumpherston, where we had 18 winter Greens. The rangefinder worked fine and gave me correct yardages so for £65, would definitely recommend. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hmfc_liam06 Posted January 21, 2019 Share Posted January 21, 2019 Got some opens mapped out so far, will try and get to one a month. May - Strathmore June - Edzell July - Mortonhall August - Undecided between Glenbervie, Monifieth and Newmachar September - Panmure Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Irufushi Posted January 21, 2019 Share Posted January 21, 2019 46 minutes ago, hmfc_liam06 said: Got some opens mapped out so far, will try and get to one a month. May - Strathmore June - Edzell July - Mortonhall August - Undecided between Glenbervie, Monifieth and Newmachar September - Panmure Im desperate to play newmacher , every year I say I’ll go and I’ve yet to get round to playing it. And I think panmure looks beautiful. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hmfc_liam06 Posted January 21, 2019 Share Posted January 21, 2019 2 minutes ago, Irufushi said: Im desperate to play newmacher , every year I say I’ll go and I’ve yet to get round to playing it. And I think panmure looks beautiful. I've heard brilliant things about Newmachar and been desperate to play it...it's just the drive that puts me off heading up. I've heard it's a really tough course though. Panmure has been on the hitlist for a while. Strathmore is probably my only chance of actually competing Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bebeto Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 20 hours ago, hmfc_liam06 said: Got some opens mapped out so far, will try and get to one a month. May - Strathmore June - Edzell July - Mortonhall August - Undecided between Glenbervie, Monifieth and Newmachar September - Panmure Newmacher is tremendous. Very highly recommended even though it's a bit of a drive Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LeftBack Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 Apologies for the light relief - but I actually thought this was quite funny. Not sure why they have done it - think Fleetwood is a bit of a joke. But a good laugh anyway - more laughs in four minutes than four hours of Mrs Brown's Boys anyway https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/golf/46925470 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Samuel Camazzola Posted January 23, 2019 Share Posted January 23, 2019 9 hours ago, LeftBack said: Apologies for the light relief - but I actually thought this was quite funny. Not sure why they have done it - think Fleetwood is a bit of a joke. But a good laugh anyway - more laughs in four minutes than four hours of Mrs Brown's Boys anyway https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/golf/46925470 The European Tour does stuff like this each year and the videos go on throughout the season. If you've not seen it, look out the one with Rory in the car with Stenson and Poulter where he calls Thomas Bjorn ahead of the Ryder Cup. Bjorn does a response video too which is good. The Tour also does a lot of challenges including players which are entertaining (14 club challenge, night speed golf relay challenge etc). I don't really get your meaning regarding Fleetwood. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LeftBack Posted January 23, 2019 Share Posted January 23, 2019 52 minutes ago, Samuel Camazzola said: The European Tour does stuff like this each year and the videos go on throughout the season. If you've not seen it, look out the one with Rory in the car with Stenson and Poulter where he calls Thomas Bjorn ahead of the Ryder Cup. Bjorn does a response video too which is good. The Tour also does a lot of challenges including players which are entertaining (14 club challenge, night speed golf relay challenge etc). I don't really get your meaning regarding Fleetwood. Apologies i meant joker! I like him Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Samuel Camazzola Posted January 23, 2019 Share Posted January 23, 2019 12 minutes ago, LeftBack said: Apologies i meant joker! I like him ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Irufushi Posted January 23, 2019 Share Posted January 23, 2019 14 club challenges are good videos. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Samuel Camazzola Posted January 23, 2019 Share Posted January 23, 2019 1 hour ago, Irufushi said: 14 club challenges are good videos. It's good when it gets to the stage of someone smashing a putter, thinning a wedge or dollying a driver/3 wood. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tommy Brown Posted January 26, 2019 Share Posted January 26, 2019 Anyone played Earlsferry? I fancy entering an open there. Kittocks, Duddingston & Leven already entered Broomieknowe, Ratho, Haddington planned. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hmfc_liam06 Posted January 26, 2019 Share Posted January 26, 2019 (edited) 3rd entry in our winter comp, last 2 rounds have been poor. So inconsistent, from hole to hole. 64/73/74 so far from the 3. It's best 4 scores wins. Won't be anywhere near with those 3. Edited January 26, 2019 by hmfc_liam06 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
John mcCartney Posted January 26, 2019 Share Posted January 26, 2019 11 hours ago, Tommy Brown said: Anyone played Earlsferry? I fancy entering an open there. Kittocks, Duddingston & Leven already entered Broomieknowe, Ratho, Haddington planned. sent off me form for earlsferry open yesterday chief....great old links course in a great setting,you wont forget it thats for sure.some great and quirky holes Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hmfc_liam06 Posted January 26, 2019 Share Posted January 26, 2019 Anyone played Goswick or Bamburgh Castle before? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tommy Brown Posted January 26, 2019 Share Posted January 26, 2019 2 hours ago, John mcCartney said: sent off me form for earlsferry open yesterday chief....great old links course in a great setting,you wont forget it thats for sure.some great and quirky holes cheers John, that's enough for me. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
StSow Posted January 26, 2019 Share Posted January 26, 2019 51 minutes ago, hmfc_liam06 said: Anyone played Goswick or Bamburgh Castle before? Goswick is a great track, highly recommend a bash there. Not played bamburgh but it has a good reputation despite a few blind shots. Dunstanburgh castle is a nice track a little further south of you're in the area. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hmfc_liam06 Posted January 27, 2019 Share Posted January 27, 2019 9 hours ago, StSow said: Goswick is a great track, highly recommend a bash there. Not played bamburgh but it has a good reputation despite a few blind shots. Dunstanburgh castle is a nice track a little further south of you're in the area. Nice one thanks. We're taking the wee one to Berwick for a wee break in June so I'll be taking the clubs and sneak away one evening for 18 holes. Played Magdalene Fields last time we were there but fancy something a bit more upmarket this time. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
The Mighty Thor Posted January 27, 2019 Share Posted January 27, 2019 7 hours ago, hmfc_liam06 said: Nice one thanks. We're taking the wee one to Berwick for a wee break in June so I'll be taking the clubs and sneak away one evening for 18 holes. Played Magdalene Fields last time we were there but fancy something a bit more upmarket this time. Goswick is a good course. Some unusual holes and generally in really good nick. Last season the rough was pretty brutal if you went off line. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hmfc_liam06 Posted January 27, 2019 Share Posted January 27, 2019 1 hour ago, The Mighty Thor said: Goswick is a good course. Some unusual holes and generally in really good nick. Last season the rough was pretty brutal if you went off line. Better take plenty baws! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bebeto Posted January 29, 2019 Share Posted January 29, 2019 On 26/01/2019 at 21:27, hmfc_liam06 said: Anyone played Goswick or Bamburgh Castle before? Played Bamburgh Castle. A few blind shots but they are dealing with some of them by clearing the view from the tee. Pretty good course. They have a 4 man scramble coming up in a few months http://www.usmasterstexasscramble.co.uk Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Samuel Camazzola Posted January 29, 2019 Share Posted January 29, 2019 On 22/01/2019 at 21:44, LeftBack said: Apologies for the light relief - but I actually thought this was quite funny. Not sure why they have done it - think Fleetwood is a bit of a joke. But a good laugh anyway - more laughs in four minutes than four hours of Mrs Brown's Boys anyway https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/golf/46925470 Have you seen Monty's video following this? Classic! ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
merrymac Posted January 29, 2019 Share Posted January 29, 2019 2 hours ago, Samuel Camazzola said: Have you seen Monty's video following this? Classic! ? Very funny indeed? Did you check out Monty's driver shot in Dubia they try to recreate it with Fleetwood, Rafa, and Matt Fitz. Interesting outcome. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Samuel Camazzola Posted January 29, 2019 Share Posted January 29, 2019 Just now, merrymac said: Very funny indeed? Did you check out Monty's driver shot in Dubia they try to recreate it with Fleetwood, Rafa, and Matt Fitz. Interesting outcome. Yeah, amazing how much things have changed in 23 years. A driver of the deck to carry 220 yards. With today's equipment, Rory and DJ carry 6 irons that distance. Good effort from Fleetwood to get it on. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
merrymac Posted January 29, 2019 Share Posted January 29, 2019 Just now, Samuel Camazzola said: Yeah, amazing how much things have changed in 23 years. A driver of the deck to carry 220 yards. With today's equipment, Rory and DJ carry 6 irons that distance. Good effort from Fleetwood to get it on. But interestingly 2 out of the three couldn't hit it any further than Monty with the same club. Wish technology would help me that much Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LeftBack Posted January 30, 2019 Share Posted January 30, 2019 On 29/01/2019 at 17:12, Samuel Camazzola said: Have you seen Monty's video following this? Classic! ? Just watched - cheers. And saw the driving one you mentioned too. It goes without saying - if only the SFA had even half this creativity for PR.....and the BBC for comedy! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Everybody Loves Baz! Posted February 3, 2019 Share Posted February 3, 2019 Recommendations for an Electric Trolley please anyone? Looking to get one for the coming season, not looking to pay more than £600, never had the cash for the recent Motocaddy/Bag offer that finished in January unfortunately. I would prefer one with the GPS/Yardages on screen type trolley, and any pro-cons to Acid/Lithium battery. TIA. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hmfc_liam06 Posted February 3, 2019 Share Posted February 3, 2019 2 hours ago, Everybody Loves Baz! said: Recommendations for an Electric Trolley please anyone? Looking to get one for the coming season, not looking to pay more than £600, never had the cash for the recent Motocaddy/Bag offer that finished in January unfortunately. I would prefer one with the GPS/Yardages on screen type trolley, and any pro-cons to Acid/Lithium battery. TIA. You've just missed a massive American Golf sale on trolleys. I picked up a Motocaddy S3 Pro for £300 down from £550. Sold the bag for £50 as well so got it for £250 effectively. I wouldn't waste my time with a lead acid battery. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tommy Brown Posted February 3, 2019 Share Posted February 3, 2019 43 minutes ago, hmfc_liam06 said: You've just missed a massive American Golf sale on trolleys. I picked up a Motocaddy S3 Pro for £300 down from £550. Sold the bag for £50 as well so got it for £250 effectively. I wouldn't waste my time with a lead acid battery. Why not lead acid? Genuine question, I'm clueless. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hmfc_liam06 Posted February 3, 2019 Share Posted February 3, 2019 9 minutes ago, Tommy Brown said: Why not lead acid? Genuine question, I'm clueless. Lifespan, charge time and weight. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tommy Brown Posted February 3, 2019 Share Posted February 3, 2019 https://www.gokart.co.uk/product/reconditioned-mk1-lithium-gokart/ Deck knows if these are any good. I seen another at £270, that has a lead acid battery. Liam's last post should be considered. https://www.clarkesgolf.co.uk/ben-sayers-36-hole-electric-golf-trolley.html Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hmfc_liam06 Posted February 3, 2019 Share Posted February 3, 2019 31 minutes ago, Tommy Brown said: Why not lead acid? Genuine question, I'm clueless. If you want to get into the technicalities... https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/lead-acid-vs-lithium-ion-batteries-robert-bean/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hmfc_liam06 Posted February 6, 2019 Share Posted February 6, 2019 Any East Lothian links courses not using mats? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Everybody Loves Baz! Posted February 6, 2019 Share Posted February 6, 2019 5 hours ago, hmfc_liam06 said: Any East Lothian links courses not using mats? Haddington possibly? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Armageddon Posted February 6, 2019 Share Posted February 6, 2019 7 hours ago, hmfc_liam06 said: Any East Lothian links courses not using mats? Kilspindie - not strictly true though, just play later and there are never any mats left, if it's bang in the middle of the fairway we kick to the side but not 100% in the rough, the course is immaculate these days. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
OBE Posted February 7, 2019 Share Posted February 7, 2019 On 06/02/2019 at 14:08, Everybody Loves Baz! said: Haddington possibly? Haddington links? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
OBE Posted February 7, 2019 Share Posted February 7, 2019 (edited) 23 hours ago, Armageddon said: Kilspindie - not strictly true though, just play later and there are never any mats left, if it's bang in the middle of the fairway we kick to the side but not 100% in the rough, the course is immaculate these days. What do you do when your ball is not in the middle of the fairway? Kilspindie member asking. Edited February 7, 2019 by Old Blue Eyes Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Armageddon Posted February 7, 2019 Share Posted February 7, 2019 25 minutes ago, Old Blue Eyes said: What do you do when your ball is not in the middle of the fairway? Kilspindie member asking. LOL so you'll know if you don't hit the bang centre of the fairway then it's running off into the semi anyway thanks to all the elements, otherwise it's a wee flick to the edge - never into the rough though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hmfc_liam06 Posted February 7, 2019 Share Posted February 7, 2019 7 minutes ago, Armageddon said: LOL so you'll know if you don't hit the bang centre of the fairway then it's running off into the semi anyway thanks to all the elements, otherwise it's a wee flick to the edge - never into the rough though. It's generally accepted that you can knock your ball into the first cut when mats are in operation is it not? Kilspindie probably a bit too expensive though, £75 a round they have advertised on their website. Reckon I might try get to Gullane if the weather is decent. £46 for #2 and £33 for #3. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Armageddon Posted February 7, 2019 Share Posted February 7, 2019 Just now, hmfc_liam06 said: It's generally accepted that you can knock your ball into the first cut when mats are in operation is it not? Kilspindie probably a bit too expensive though, £75 a round they have advertised on their website. Reckon I might try get to Gullane if the weather is decent. £46 for #2 and £33 for #3. This coming season will be my last there, it's a great course and always in perfect Links condition, but the members don't help themselves, the catering and staff are brilliant, but the bar staff are a disaster, you feel like an inconvenience. This faff of ordering drinks at the bar, food in the restaurant, paying separately, but tea/coffee is separate again. It's like a care home in there most of the time, Skeddy the Pro can be class one day and then the next you'd think you've sh4t in his kettle. The Director is possibly the nicest golf club guy I know, one of the main reasons I stayed this coming season. Holes 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 16 and 18 and brilliant! An enjoyable test and beautiful scenery. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
OBE Posted February 7, 2019 Share Posted February 7, 2019 7 minutes ago, hmfc_liam06 said: It's generally accepted that you can knock your ball into the first cut when mats are in operation is it not? Kilspindie probably a bit too expensive though, £75 a round they have advertised on their website. Reckon I might try get to Gullane if the weather is decent. £46 for #2 and £33 for #3. Not at Kilspindie, fairway & 1st cut mats used, 2nd cut play as it lies. Kilspindie is immaculate, thanks to the members/visitors adhering to proper mat usage, seems some folk have been starting a round without a mat and playing from the 1st cut. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Irufushi Posted February 7, 2019 Share Posted February 7, 2019 Any course I’ve played in winter that have mats all allow you to play from the first cut. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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