golf equipment

Changing My Ball Marker

/ The Grateful Golfer / 6 Comments

I have used the same ball marker for years. It garners plenty of interest and creates a fair bit of conversation. There is nothing wrong with it, but I sometimes wonder if it is time for a change!

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Do you use the same ball maker all the time? How often do you change it?

A quick update a couple of days later:

I am a grateful golfer! See you on the links!

Where Do You Get Your Golf Advice?

/ The Grateful Golfer / 6 Comments

The amount of information about golf is amazing. I think we need to have the skills of an information officer to effectively sift through the reams of data. During our searches, we stumble across sources that we feel we can trust and use them in future searches.

I had recent discussion with Tony Dear, shortgameking1, and Kelly Crumpler USGTF about sources and the value they bring during the selection of new equipment. We went through an entire gambit of thoughts that led me to think that there is a more powerful influence in the golfing world than the constant barrage of media ads. Continue reading →

Buying New Golf Clubs

/ The Grateful Golfer / 21 Comments
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Time for some new clubs!

It is the season for new equipment. Each year at this time, I look at my equipment to determine if something needs to be replaced. This year, I am looking at a driver and possible putter. I have not made any definite decisions, but this is the process I use:

  • Step 1:  Figure out what you want/need.
  • Step 2:  Research, research, and research.  I read the hype of manufactures to see what they say, however, I actually pay attention to the consumer reviews.  This is the most important piece of information you will find.  People are more than willing to tell you what they think.
  • Step 3:  Wait for it to come on sale.  Check Ebay.  Check Kijiji.  Check Golftown (or other large franchise stores), check the local pro shop (you would be surprised).
  • Step 4:  If possible haggle over the price.  The local pro shop will lower their price if you make them a reasonable deal.
  • Step 5:  Purchase the piece of equipment.
  • Step 6:  Probably the most important step – be happy with your purchase.  This is very important!

Using the process, I usually find the best deals available. I am not ready to anything yet, but it will happen soon. As I move forward, maybe you can give me some suggestions. Tell me what driver and putter you use and why you like it? I am all ears!

I am a grateful golfer! See you on the links!