merrymac Posted October 28 Share Posted October 28 1 hour ago, ri Alban said: It was a par 3 and the only player left to count their tee shot on it, put it in the trees, then put his provisional to 4 ft. Unfortunately we found his ball . It was unplayable, so had to drop. We were inches away from saving a bogey. Next time don't go and look for the ball. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted October 28 Share Posted October 28 6 hours ago, ri Alban said: It was a par 3 and the only player left to count their tee shot on it, put it in the trees, then put his provisional to 4 ft. Unfortunately we found his ball . It was unplayable, so had to drop. We were inches away from saving a bogey. A double Time to evaluate your scramble team. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ri Alban Posted October 28 Share Posted October 28 1 hour ago, hmfc_liam06 said: A double Time to evaluate your scramble team. Computer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigsmak Posted October 29 Share Posted October 29 22 hours ago, ri Alban said: It was a par 3 and the only player left to count their tee shot on it, put it in the trees, then put his provisional to 4 ft. Unfortunately we found his ball . It was unplayable, so had to drop. We were inches away from saving a bogey. Why the hell did you look for it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rudi Skacel Posted November 6 Share Posted November 6 Thats us now preffered lies everywhere. Winter golf is here! I enjoy getting out on a Sunday morning still though. Its a good laugh and we do our own sweep. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy Brown Posted November 9 Share Posted November 9 (edited) Come April we will be playing to a slightly different playing handicap. The are introducing a "Par -Course Rating" to your playing calc. For my home course as an example Currently 12.5 × 124/113 × 95% = 13.0 Our par - course rating 70-69.3 = 0.7 New Playing Handicap will be the current 13.0 less 0.7 = 12.3 This may affect handicaps the other way where the course rating is higher the par. It will add on the difference. https://www.nationalclubgolfer.com/whs/world-handicap-system-2024-rules-of-handicapping/ Edited November 9 by Tommy Brown Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Armageddon Posted November 9 Share Posted November 9 The WHS is utter shite. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kila Posted November 11 Share Posted November 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy Brown Posted November 15 Share Posted November 15 https://www.facebook.com/reel/365169055954112 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuel Camazzola Posted November 19 Share Posted November 19 It's looking to be a good finish to the World Tour Championship. Hovland leads but only four shots between 10 players going into the back 9. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OBE Posted November 19 Share Posted November 19 1 hour ago, Samuel Camazzola said: It's looking to be a good finish to the World Tour Championship. Hovland leads but only four shots between 10 players going into the back 9. Wonder if Matt Wallce can emulate his 9 birdie finish like yesterday...back in 27...😲 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuel Camazzola Posted November 19 Share Posted November 19 10 minutes ago, OBE said: Wonder if Matt Wallce can emulate his 9 birdie finish like yesterday...back in 27...😲 Different game altogether with these guys. He's just pitched it to within kick in distance for another birdie to keep in touch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OBE Posted November 19 Share Posted November 19 2 minutes ago, Samuel Camazzola said: Different game altogether with these guys. He's just pitched it to within kick in distance for another birdie to keep in touch. Best battle for a long time, gonna bale out now, and watch it later this evening...meant to be graftin!..😄 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joondalupjambo Posted November 21 Share Posted November 21 Lundin GC just approved phase one of their next course changes and eco bunker implementation plan. Changes not major just a few merging of bunkers, a removal of a few bunkers, the enlargement of greens by mowing out and the upgrading of a number of bunkers to eco ones. Phase one covers specific holes with phases two and three covering the remaining holes. Phase one commences December this year so safe to assume that some winter golf up until the opening of the season will include the need to use some winter greens. Bear that in mind if thinking of playing the course as a visitor and ask if all greens in use when booking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rudi Skacel Posted November 23 Share Posted November 23 Might be a silly question. But what is an eco bunker? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OBE Posted November 23 Share Posted November 23 (edited) 30 minutes ago, Rudi Skacel said: Might be a silly question. But what is an eco bunker? Multiple layers of Polypropylene and Styrene Butadiene Rubber tiles, pre-impregnated with sand to form a revetment. We call them EcoTiles. Google is your friend... Edited November 23 by OBE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joondalupjambo Posted November 23 Share Posted November 23 5 hours ago, Rudi Skacel said: Might be a silly question. But what is an eco bunker? Not silly if you do not know 🙂 https://ecobunker.co.uk/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Goodman Posted November 28 Share Posted November 28 So why are these bunkers eco friendly then? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OBE Posted November 28 Share Posted November 28 (edited) 19 minutes ago, John Goodman said: So why are these bunkers eco friendly then? Eco revetted faced bunkers don't need mown...some courses have hundreds. Edited November 28 by OBE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kila Posted November 28 Share Posted November 28 Incredible given all his injuries he can still swing a club like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Goodman Posted November 29 Share Posted November 29 Thanks so much for the info. about the eco bunkers. Every day’s a school day. 😄👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy Brown Posted November 29 Share Posted November 29 I think a few of us experience stupid golf dreams in our sleep. Can't tee up ball, when you do you can't backswing or the shot has to go through a narrow doorway You look for your ball, and literally find dozens just lying there. New one last night, taking my bag out and notice 7i is out, I pick it up and then remember I need a new grip. The grip is all loose and torn. I mean "what the actual ****" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OBE Posted November 29 Share Posted November 29 1 hour ago, Tommy Brown said: I think a few of us experience stupid golf dreams in our sleep. Can't tee up ball, when you do you can't backswing or the shot has to go through a narrow doorway You look for your ball, and literally find dozens just lying there. New one last night, taking my bag out and notice 7i is out, I pick it up and then remember I need a new grip. The grip is all loose and torn. I mean "what the actual ****" ...Get that a lot TB. Teeing area is only 3 feet in depth...wall or fence restricting the back swing... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckies1874 Posted November 29 Share Posted November 29 Luke Donald reappointed Captain for the 2025 Ryder Cup which will be held at what is sure to be a hostile Bethpage Black in New York. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Findlay Posted December 2 Share Posted December 2 Looking to get my youngest son, who is 6ft 1" tall a set of clubs for his Christmas. Best place to buy for him? Advice would be much appreciated. He will be 16 in July next year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OBE Posted December 2 Share Posted December 2 14 minutes ago, John Findlay said: Looking to get my youngest son, who is 6ft 1" tall a set of clubs for his Christmas. Best place to buy for him? Advice would be much appreciated. He will be 16 in July next year. How good is he, is he keen? Don't buy new, save ££££'s with quality 2nd hand, golfclubs4cash is always a good shout, very knowledgeable sellers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Findlay Posted December 2 Share Posted December 2 2 minutes ago, OBE said: How good is he, is he keen? Don't buy new, save ££££'s with quality 2nd hand, golfclubs4cash is always a good shout, very knowledgeable sellers. Just a beginner. Just getting into his golf. Thanks for the advice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy Brown Posted December 2 Share Posted December 2 1 hour ago, John Findlay said: Just a beginner. Just getting into his golf. Thanks for the advice. Would even look on marketplace if you use Facebook. Don't want to splash a lot of cash and he doesn't take to the game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Armageddon Posted December 3 Share Posted December 3 On 02/12/2023 at 10:44, John Findlay said: Looking to get my youngest son, who is 6ft 1" tall a set of clubs for his Christmas. Best place to buy for him? Advice would be much appreciated. He will be 16 in July next year. On 02/12/2023 at 11:03, OBE said: How good is he, is he keen? Don't buy new, save ££££'s with quality 2nd hand, golfclubs4cash is always a good shout, very knowledgeable sellers. Another shout out for GC4C. A huge amount down there is as good as new. Don’t forget a few lessons thrown in by your local pro 👍🏼 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Findlay Posted December 3 Share Posted December 3 Just now, Armageddon said: Another shout out for GC4C. A huge amount down there is as good as new. Don’t forget a few lessons thrown in by your local pro 👍🏼 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Statts1976uk Posted Tuesday at 18:50 Share Posted Tuesday at 18:50 Thinking about changing next year to Balbirnie, has anyone played it this year and thinks it's a good course? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy Brown Posted Wednesday at 07:54 Share Posted Wednesday at 07:54 DDH 500 I remember them in the '80s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted Wednesday at 08:29 Share Posted Wednesday at 08:29 13 hours ago, Statts1976uk said: Thinking about changing next year to Balbirnie, has anyone played it this year and thinks it's a good course? Not played it this year but I have played it loads - it's not the easiest of walks, especially when its wet, it can be a bit of a brute. Greens were always known to be very good but last time I played it I was a bit disappointed. I'm sure @Samuel Camazzola is/was a member there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted Wednesday at 08:29 Share Posted Wednesday at 08:29 Is 2024 the year we finally organise a Kickback outing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy Brown Posted Wednesday at 09:10 Share Posted Wednesday at 09:10 39 minutes ago, hmfc_liam06 said: Is 2024 the year I finally organise a Kickback outing? Oh and FIFY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted Wednesday at 11:48 Share Posted Wednesday at 11:48 2 hours ago, Tommy Brown said: Oh and FIFY Happy to organise @Tommy Brown Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy Brown Posted Wednesday at 12:39 Share Posted Wednesday at 12:39 (edited) 50 minutes ago, hmfc_liam06 said: Happy to organise @Tommy Brown 👍 good man Edited Wednesday at 12:39 by Tommy Brown Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kila Posted Wednesday at 13:15 Share Posted Wednesday at 13:15 Probably better organising a bowls match Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted Wednesday at 13:24 Share Posted Wednesday at 13:24 The question is, who would genuinely be up for it? Realistically we need a minimum of 8-10, with a sweet spot of 16-20. If folk put their names forward I'd be more than happy to look into it. It would likely be Edinburgh/Fife for ease of access for majority. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted Wednesday at 13:33 Share Posted Wednesday at 13:33 Some rough idea of costs after a quick glance at some Fife courses. All include breakfast rolls, 18 holes and a 2 course meal. Pitreavie - £58 Aberdour - £68 Dunfermline - £64 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disser Pointon Posted Wednesday at 13:36 Share Posted Wednesday at 13:36 (edited) I'd be interested if the date suited. Think we could do better than those 3 though although I quite like Aberdour.. Edited Wednesday at 13:37 by Disser Pointon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted Wednesday at 14:41 Share Posted Wednesday at 14:41 1 hour ago, Disser Pointon said: I'd be interested if the date suited. Think we could do better than those 3 though although I quite like Aberdour.. I'd had 2 things in mind when I looked at those courses - cost and travel. Certainly Pitreavie and Aberdour with them being on the train route, if folk didn't want to drive and have a bevvy and they're all just over the bridge if folk were to drive. I also don't drive, and I'm Fife based so if I'm going to the trouble of arranging then.... To be honest, course is usually secondary at these things. As long as they're in good nick, which you'd expect so given we'd probably be looking at next summer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted Wednesday at 15:08 Share Posted Wednesday at 15:08 Baberton £60 Kings Acre £50 About the only 2 along the by-pass that have packages on their website. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disser Pointon Posted Wednesday at 16:35 Share Posted Wednesday at 16:35 I can get members benefit at Musselburgh, I'm sure it's about £50 including grub Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigsmak Posted Wednesday at 18:31 Share Posted Wednesday at 18:31 Did someone say outing ? Our last winner at Dalmahoy, the smaller course! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigsmak Posted Wednesday at 18:33 Share Posted Wednesday at 18:33 And of course - everyone else (other than me that day) https://youtu.be/y6_tTuex-ZM?si=fUBXWygoqJOH_gsR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigsmak Posted Wednesday at 18:35 Share Posted Wednesday at 18:35 I organised 3 outings in the 2000s and they were a pain to do! But were great fun when we did them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy Brown Posted Wednesday at 22:14 Share Posted Wednesday at 22:14 I'm sure I could get us on Pumphy for half those figures Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted Wednesday at 22:47 Share Posted Wednesday at 22:47 32 minutes ago, Tommy Brown said: I'm sure I could get us on Pumphy for half those figures Just depends if folk want to play at their home course? No issues with it if it’s cheaper but just in case everyone wanted an away day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmfc_liam06 Posted Wednesday at 22:51 Share Posted Wednesday at 22:51 4 hours ago, Bigsmak said: I organised 3 outings in the 2000s and they were a pain to do! But were great fun when we did them! I used to run a society, we finished up about 8 years ago because I’d had enough. Even then prices for average places were creeping up to the £50 mark. Reality is you’re probably looking at £60+ for an outing unless a member gets us a class deal. It’s not easy, and guess that’s why it’s never happened again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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