Playing With Hickorys

Hickorys rule.

Over the years, especially at the Toronto Golf Show, I have encountered hickory shafted golf clubs. Although I have never swung one, they provide a glimpse into the history of golf. I think that before I am done playing, I will try and play a round of golf with hickory shafted golf clubs. But that is a discussion for another day.

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Managing a Poor Round Of Golf

Recently, Craig, and old golfing friend ask me how to manage a round of golf when we are not playing well. This is a great question; on that many amateurs contend with on a routine basis. Thanks Craig, I am grateful for your ask. Continue reading

Which Golf Club First?

The golf season is fast approaching. Some of my friends are heading south to get a jump on things and others will head indoors somewhere to warm up their swing. Personally, neither option is open to me, but I know spring is just around the corner.

When I head to the first open practice area, I always have a bit of a dilemma on which club to use first. The excitement of hitting golf balls sometimes overshadows my logic on preparing for the season. I am sure many of you feel the exact same way! Continue reading

Heading to the Toronto Golf Show

Toronto Golf Show logoThe Toronto Golf & Travel Show does not generally disappoint. It is a mecca of golf for three days at the International Centre by Pearson International Airport! With 100s of booths, there is something for everyone. This will be my fourth year in a row heading to this great event and I am stoked to start my trip.

This year my buddy Blair is making the 3.5 hour drive, one way, with me to take in his first golf show. We are leaving at 0 dark 30 to get there before the gates open at noon.

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Taking Your Clubs on Vacation

Many snowbound golfers dream of travelling for golf. We think about heading someplace warm and enjoying our time on the links. Planned trips are generally for a week or more  and there is no question our clubs are at the top of the list of items to carry. Next will be golfing clothes and the rest of the required items, well just does not matter.

Taking your clubs on vacation is a no brainer, but what about a quick trip unforecasted trip for work. Your job sends you someplace warm with the opportunity to play courses you would not normally have access too. You have a real dilemma, take your clubs or not?
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