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  1. Angry $%?&* Ball Marks!!

    There is NOTHING that annoys me more than people who don't fix their ball marks on greens. Divots explode sometimes, sand traps are never the same once they've been raked the first time, tee boxes let you place the ball abve the grass, but ball marks are inexcuseable. It only takes about 5...

    Started by LobWedge‎, 07-03-2002 01:26 PM
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  2. $1000 golftown gift certificate??

    What would you use it on. If someone (no one would) got me one I think I would have to get all golf gear. Shoes, pants, shirts and stuff like that. If I was starting my set from scratch I would get the callaway x-tour for sure. Sick clubs PS no one got me one, but a guy can dream can't he?

    Started by "Richard"‎, 05-11-2005 11:16 PM
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    05-13-2005 10:29 AM Go to last post
  3. $200 dollar Driver or $100 dollar putter???

    I have a starter golf set from Dicks Sporting Goods. I have fallen in love with the game and want to start replacing clubs (I have bought a few wedges) should I replace my putter or driver first? I only have about $200 to spend right now, so my question is should I buy a putter and a low iron(my...

    Started by jacob101‎, 10-17-2019 02:22 PM
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    10-18-2019 03:50 PM Go to last post
  4. "All There Banners Are Belong to Us"

    OttawaGolf was hacked today for the first time since 1996. :mad :crying The banner ad server was compromised and our ads were overrun with an ad flashing "All There Banners Are Belong to Us" Fortunately a click through went to a dead page, rather than somewhere offensive. We have repaired the...

    Started by Kilroy‎, 09-17-2001 05:53 PM
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    06-03-2008 07:05 PM Go to last post
  5. "Back Nine at Cherry Hills" HBO Documentary

    Anyone heard about "Back Nine at Cherry Hills: Legends of the 1960 US Open"? It played today on HBO in the States, but I haven't been able to find any info on if it will air in Canada. http://www.hbo.com/events/usopen/?ntrack_para1=feat_main_image

    Started by Paddy963‎, 06-11-2008 11:45 PM
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  6. "Fantasy Golf" down ?

    Tried for the past two days to log on to make my picks but site won't load. Anyone else having difficulty ?

    Started by Gofish2‎, 01-26-2022 09:02 AM
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    01-26-2022 12:05 PM Go to last post
  7. "Get in the hole!"

    Anyone else really tired of hearing yahoos on tv shout this at every shot. Some idiot yelled it at one of Tiger's tee shots on a par 5 in one of his recent events. Enough already. :thumbsdow :rolleyes

    Started by Big Johnny69‎, 09-07-2006 05:42 PM
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  8. "Honour" in golf

    I had an interesting discussion yesterday about honour in golf. For the sake of this discussion, we'll assume that a couple of bucks are on the line. Not a lot, just pocket change to spice things up in an otherwse friendly game. It was put forth that it is dishonourable to "call" a fellow...

    Started by Kilroy‎, 01-14-2005 10:52 AM
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  9. Question "If I only had my clubs..."

    I was thinking about this today as I was driving on an impromptu road trip down towards Lake Placid on the way through Malone. What is the best "golf" trip you've ever been on where you couldn't bring your clubs because a) your weren't going to be there long enough, b) you were injured, c) your...

    Started by LobWedge‎, 08-12-2006 07:16 PM
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  10. Question "intermediate" membership

    Hi, everyone. Just moved to Ottawa and was lucky enought to stumble across this forum. Does anyone know of any area courses that offer season memberships to "intermediate" age players (usually under 25 years) at a reasonable price. I just moved from B.C. where I could play a season at a good...

    Started by joeshmoe‎, 09-22-2003 03:21 PM
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    09-23-2003 01:13 PM Go to last post
  11. "John" clear your inbox

    That is all

    Started by jeffc‎, 01-05-2012 07:02 PM
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  12. "Moliter" golf balls at Chuck Browns

    "Moliter" golf balls at Chuck Browns @ Sommerset are on sale for 2 boxes for $19.99. There usually $19.99 EACH. There's 15 balls per box. Its a great price...cheaper than pond balls! The lady at the cash said its because they got so many in and they will likely be sold out in the next few...

    Started by Dustin‎, 06-12-2003 07:31 PM
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  13. "oh if i were a beer cart girl!!"

    Good Day To all you Ottawa golf members. I was just informed by the Shtick (aka.. Mikey Andersen) that i should join this website. And after hearing about the things he has been saying about me.... i thought...."I will join!" Well i look forward to winning this summer... OPPS! I MEAN.... playing...

    Started by Bailey‎, 03-16-2004 06:56 PM
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    03-20-2004 05:03 PM Go to last post
  14. "PGA TOUR 18" TV Show

    Check out this link, mark your calendars, I think this will be a better show than Train 48 :) http://www.pgatour.com/story/7133418

    Started by EDSGOLF‎, 03-05-2004 09:54 PM
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  15. Smile "Putting" on a Show

    Kinda wondering where I got this idea from, and since we're talking silly season here (you know-where the October leaves make the idea of using a coloured ball seem a little less dorky :D ), I've got something to run by ya. What style of putting do people use? Personally I’ve tried normal...

    Started by JimmyW‎, 10-08-2002 09:04 PM
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    10-09-2002 03:02 PM Go to last post
  16. "Real" OPEN Tourneys....

    Here's a thought... Considering the qualifying process for US Open and other "open" tourneys, wouldn't this be a neat idea to try? Have the regular system as is, but also open up the field by one foursome, made up of the top four players from the hosting club, amateur ranked. Only reason I...

    Started by broken27‎, 06-17-2005 10:27 PM
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    06-19-2005 11:30 PM Go to last post
  17. Question "Refurbished" Golf Balls?

    I am curious about what is meant by "refurbished". Cleaned and re-painted? Personally, I like the Titleist, but last year, I bought "refurbished" Titleist balls. While some appeared to perform as well as any other Titleist, some did not. Also, after a lot of use, the paint seemed to come off,...

    Started by lamontagne‎, 06-14-2003 10:09 AM
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    06-17-2003 10:05 AM Go to last post
  18. "Reward"

    Develped an interesting shotmaking game with a friend during the 63 holes we played on Wednesday and Thursday. Total points wins. Points that can be won: Hit Fairway +1 Hit Green (GIR) +1 Hit fairway or green on 2nd shot on par 5 +1 Birdie +2 Eagle +3 Chip in +1 Sand Save +1

    Started by BC MIST‎, 11-04-2005 05:37 PM
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    11-07-2005 09:50 AM Go to last post
  19. "That's about the best he could do!"...

    Anyone else get completely tired of the golf cliches spilling out of the commentators mouths. Example see title above. No chipping from a bad spot to within 10 feet is not about the best he could do, holing it would be about the best he could do, no it's not a good play it's a shot. I realize...

    Started by sharkhark‎, 07-15-2005 11:31 PM
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    07-18-2005 07:31 AM Go to last post
  20. "What a Winner Looks Like" - MacGregor Golf

    OK check out the video for "What a Winner Looks Like" http://www.macgregorgolf.com/press/press_display.aspx?s=a It says over 50 use this Bobby Grace putter. Anyone know who? I can't remember anyone, I must not remember this putter Guys have won with this.(6 PGA tour victories) Whoops it says...

    Started by fireice‎, 08-16-2004 06:46 PM
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  21. "what the heck were you thinking of" moments

    I had one of those special "what the heck were you thinking of" moments today. I was playing the Black nine at Greensmere today, hit my approach shot on the green on Hole No.2. I decided to leave my clubs near the 3rd green before playing out the 2nd hole. This is where the special moment...

    Started by retread‎, 08-01-2008 10:10 PM
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    08-03-2008 10:20 PM Go to last post
  22. '07 President's Cup at Royal Montreal?

    http://www.scoregolf.com/columnists/index.cfm?fuseaction=Bob

    Started by Colby‎, 11-19-2003 07:50 PM
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    11-23-2003 09:01 AM Go to last post
  23. 'Plumb-Bobbing' it.

    Does anyone here use Plumb-bobbing? A missed putt is worse than an ob in my opinion. I have a hard time reading breaks unless I get it past the hole. I often read a break one way and the ball breaks the other way. :irked: So if you're familiar with the technique or have had success using that...

    Started by Chieflongtee‎, 08-12-2005 07:48 PM
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  24. Thumbs up *** Yoga Workshop > Stretches and positions to improve your flexiblity for golf ****

    I've signed up. This Yoga centre is at 52 Armstrong in the Parkdale/Wellington area. Kim Ann is an excellent instructor and has helped me increase my flexibilty. Hey if it's what the pro's are doing it's got to be good!!! Yoga for Golfers with...

    Started by The Saint‎, 04-05-2009 03:43 PM
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    04-15-2009 09:35 AM Go to last post
  25. *tear* season over.

    I work at Zolas Restaurant in Bells Corners, and today at work, I was changing the pasta machine extruder head, which is about 20 pounds of solid iron, and dropped it onto my foot, breaking my big toe and crushing the toe beside it. Both nails are disgustingly green and black already. Anyways,...

    Started by Mike999‎, 09-28-2006 01:51 AM
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    09-28-2006 12:12 PM Go to last post
  26. .....Golfing this time of year....

    JUST GOT THESE "SEASONAL" TIPS IN A FLYER FROM GOLFTOWN. Solid suggestions. 1) Fleece-lined wind suits and vests are great for the cold weather. 2) Dress in layers including thermal underwear for those chilly morning rounds. 3) Wear tight fitting all-weather gloves or wear heavy...

    Started by faldo‎, 09-20-2004 08:17 AM
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    09-20-2004 03:03 PM Go to last post
  27. .....hey Sean....?

    I think this is a great idea for a column. Unfortunately, it would seem there are not enough people who are brave enough to speak up with their questions. Do you think you could get the ball rolling again by posting some miscellaneous tidbits from time to time? spidey

    Started by spidey‎, 07-10-2001 03:22 PM
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  28. Moved: ...cha-ching... Canadian golf retailers online

    Started by spidey‎, 10-04-2006 06:47 AM
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  29. ...driver too...

    Sean, I can stand over a ball in the fairway and lace it with my small faced 3-wood right on the screws, a few times in a row if somebody dares me; but on the tee, I can barely get the face of my monster titanium driver on the golf ball. The club's length can't be the major factor, there's a...

    Started by spidey‎, 06-27-2001 10:35 AM
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    06-29-2001 02:35 PM Go to last post
  30. 10 years on forum

    I just noticed yesterday I celebrated 10 years since joining OG. I have enjoyed this site very much and hope to continue to frequent the boards. I've learned so much, and met so many great people. :thumbsup Thank you Dan. Cheers!!

    Started by Andy4Par‎, 03-16-2012 07:11 AM
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    03-28-2012 07:03 AM Go to last post
  31. 100% Inconsistent!

    Hello all, I am very curious if alot of players have experienced this... I'll start from the beginning. I started playing golf in 2008, maybe 20 rounds. 2009 probably 40 rounds most of them only 9 holes. 2010 I am playing alot more! Last year I never kept my handicap, but always shot in...

    Started by Eagle_Hunter‎, 06-29-2010 01:43 PM
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  32. Question 10th hole at Nation, What to Do?

    I am having a problem deciding what to do on the 10th Hole at Nation. I have played about a dozen times there and have yet to figure out what to do on the tee. Half the time I'm in the sand and the rest of the time I am past the fairway, or sitting just off the sand trap with a good look at the...

    Started by Rusty‎, 06-10-2003 03:22 PM
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    06-11-2003 11:46 PM Go to last post
  33. 12+ Days of Christmas - Golf Style

    I'm borrowing this idea from my buds over at sportsfiend.ca :cool It's the 12 (and more) Days of Christmas, Golf Edition. I'll get things rolling...:P On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, a brand new driver under the tree!

    Started by LobWedge‎, 12-13-2006 12:07 PM
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    12-14-2006 12:15 PM Go to last post
  34. 12th round of the year!!!!

    What a wonderful day it was today. Got out with a fellow member. Got around the front nine in -1 and was very pleased with the way the game was going. If I missed a green I wasn't worried. And anyone that knows me, knows my chipping has been my achilles heel over the last couple of seasons. Hit the...

    Started by Big Johnny69‎, 05-09-2007 07:51 PM
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    05-10-2007 12:07 PM Go to last post
  35. 14 clubs

    How many of you carry more than 14 clubs in your bag?

    Started by covanant‎, 01-12-2005 07:56 PM
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  36. 14 Clubs

    does anyone know who came up with this rule and when? The more I think about it, the more it makes sense as the perfect number. Sure we'd all like more, but this number requires golfers to make decisions about what to carry and be a bit more strategic than just filling their bag with as many clubs...

    Started by jeffc‎, 12-06-2005 03:21 PM
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    12-07-2005 11:21 AM Go to last post
  37. 14 holes

    how do I enter this for my handicap?

    Started by jeffc‎, 06-17-2007 09:08 PM
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    06-21-2007 11:51 AM Go to last post
  38. 16 hole-in-ones in 6 months!!!!!!

    Has anyone read thing article? I have rarely seen and article in Golf digest that attacked someone like this. I was all for it. My take is that this woman is quite the cone artist. Fishy story especially when he compares her 16 hole-in-ones in 6 months to the PGA tour….. ...

    Started by mberube‎, 10-18-2007 12:18 PM
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    10-18-2007 09:58 PM Go to last post
  39. 17th @ Sawgrass

    Anyone ever golfed it? I was supposed to two summers ago, but our plans got changed at the last minute and we ended up in Myrtle. I golfed World Tour, which is a replica course of the world's greatest holes. I'm a good iron player and I bounced two balls off the wooden edge into the water....

    Started by fundonny‎, 03-19-2006 07:43 PM
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    03-20-2006 10:26 AM Go to last post
  40. 18 holes in 2 hours

    Anyone know if an ottawa based golf course tried implementing this style of play? I'm finding it more and more difficult to find 4-5 hours to play a round. 2-2.5 hours would be perfect! Here is the link to the case study http://twincitiesgolf.com/2hourgolf/

    Started by jimmycox‎, 09-18-2015 10:48 AM
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  41. 18 is not enough

    How odd this year, I am actually walking the course again, and still finding after 18 holes that I am keen for another 9 at least. Sitting at a desk a lot seemed to plaque me the last few years, to the point I had to take a power cart or my calf muscles would not make a full round. The difference...

    Started by zoic‎, 05-28-2006 05:24 PM
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    05-28-2006 09:33 PM Go to last post
  42. Moved: 19 Th tee

    Started by chipandput‎, 10-04-2006 06:47 AM
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  43. 19th Tee

    Has anyone dropped in? Any other driving ranges close to opening?

    Started by hx101‎, 04-03-2002 02:57 PM
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  44. 19TH tee lessons

    Hi guys! I booked a lesson at 19Th Tee with a guy call Eddie Dunn(don't know if it's the good spelling). I would like to have feedbacks on him.Anybody knows if he's good?Thanks in advance......................chip :)

    Started by chipandput‎, 05-14-2004 08:55 AM
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    05-14-2004 08:55 AM Go to last post
  45. 1st Annual Golf Ball Fantasy League

    If your an avid Yahoo Fantasy Golf follower please consider joining the 1st Annual Golf Ball Fantasy League. If you'd liked to join the the league it is Group ID# 6690 and the Password: balls I've been involved in a lot of different leagues and always enjoyed the leagues where you could...

    Started by fireice‎, 12-29-2007 11:33 AM
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    01-04-2008 10:05 AM Go to last post
  46. 1st Week of Fantasy Golf! Who ya got?

    This is me, last minute picks... <TABLE cellSpacing=1 align=center bgColor=#fafffa border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=bottom align=right bgColor=#fafffa>#</TD><TD vAlign=bottom align=left bgColor=#cccccc>Golfer Name (ID) YTD Rank </TD><TD vAlign=bottom align=middle bgColor=#cccccc>YTD...

    Started by fundonny‎, 01-04-2008 08:17 AM
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    01-04-2008 08:27 AM Go to last post
  47. Question 2 ?s sort of related

    1. Anyone know whereabouts Rick Boiverst will be teaching this winter? 2. I am planning on purchasing new irons within a few months but have a swing that lends to hitting high. What should I be looking for in degree and loft? For example, really like the Hogan Pros but should they be set to 1...

    Started by Beebop‎, 11-02-2003 05:24 PM
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    11-02-2003 06:00 PM Go to last post
  48. 2 Cameron Forums?

    Why are there 2 separate specific Cameron forums and no other putter manufacturers represented here? This seems odd, almost unfair. Just a thought.

    Started by mygolfgarage‎, 09-15-2010 09:44 PM
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    09-15-2010 10:45 PM Go to last post
  49. 2 Iron (Hybrid) vrs 5 Wood

    I went out last week and traded in my old Adams Tightlies 3 and 5 wood. I picked up a new Big Bertha Fairway wood (3 wood - 15 Degree). I don't carry a 3 or 4 iron, I have a Callaway Heavenwood 4 Iron Hybrid. My 3 wood is 15 Degrees and my 4 Iron Hybrid is 23 Degrees. So I have 13 clubs in the...

    Started by EWhelan‎, 05-29-2005 08:42 PM
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    05-29-2005 09:46 PM Go to last post
  50. Unhappy 2 Iron?

    So, yeah... I just noticed that I have been promoted to "2 Iron" by virtue of my forum rating (just under my name). I'd be thrilled with that. Really, I would... Except that I know that the 2 Iron is an ancient relic of days gone by. A has-been. A useless club. Completely useless.

    Started by Gary Madore‎, 03-25-2010 08:59 AM
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    04-18-2010 08:53 AM Go to last post

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