Forum: General Golf Talk

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Any OttawaGolf club members want to play Wednesday mornings when season starts, any course. Shooting high 80's low 90's if that matters.

I heard rumblings that the Ottawa Citizen was having their championship again this year. Anybody hear any news about it yet?

What can you say about a course that makes the best players in the world look like hackers. Mickelson and Stadler must be hanging their heads tonight.

We have all blown a game on a single hole before but I feel bad for some of those tour players like Jean Van De Velde and now Matt Gogel. Matt was sitting in second place in the first round of the Shell Houston Open at -5 going onto the 17th tee. He managed to record an 11 on his scorecard on...

I'm thinking about joining the Ottawa golf club. Was wondering if a lone golf member can join another twosome at a teetime or can you only book times in pairs or a foursome.

I'm thinking of playing Greensmere this weekend but I want to make sure that it's in decent conditions. Like are there any temporary greens or tee boxes still? So if anyone has played it I would appreciate your comments. Thanks!!

:brownsung Anyone planning a trip south for some RR and golf?

I am planning on going to play this weekend, if the snow we just got didn't delay anything. I'm willing to drive anywhere. So if you're in for a nice game, let me know. It's always better playing in a group than trying to fit into another bunch. I'm a 16 handicap if you wondered. :wave

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

I never remember the time of year courses get into decent shape to play. I know for at least the first couple of weeks, we are stuck with soft spots on the greens and fairways, with alot of unplayable land roped off, and temporary greens and tee boxes. How long a timeframe does it take for...

Does anyone have any recommendations on good golf handicap software? Thanks

hello there, this will be my first post, my first golf year~~ went out and bought me some used clubs . I managed to get 2 callaway woods for a cheap price.. i think its cuz im a leftie that the clubs were still there in the bargain bin!. Anyhow now i need a nice course to play at a suitable...

:confused I was in T&L yesterday and they are carrying a weighted club (I think it was called a "Mobus" or something like that) which is supposed to help you train your swing so you are on the right swing plane. This got me to wondering...is there anyone out there who has ever tried any of those...

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:confused does anyone remember when the courses opened last year??? sitting here wondering when we first played and noone can remember..

Stopped into Chuck's today and was disappointed I missed the the 2fer1 regripping special at the start of the year. Anyone know of any place in town that's gottem on sale? I could stand to have it done before the season gets into full swing here.

how is the kevin haime golf school? in terms of lessons .. any comments? adam

Played Greensmere today. Only the back nine open right now and it was in excellent shape. Greens were excellent. Fairways were actually being mowed and this is only the first day open. I could have worn running shoes and not got my feet wet. Only standing water was on 13 and it wasn't bad...

Was wondering when the course will be open and how it is looking this year. Heard some rumours that the greens came through the winter very well but haven't had a chance to drive by or visit yet. Comments???

I did the swing test where you put tape on the sole of the club to determine where the sole of the club is hitting. Well, in most shots the tape is scuffed near the toe. As well, I seem to be hitting shots to the left.... is this consistant with the results of the test? Has anyone had their lie...

:lol2 Wow, it was amazing today a little chilly for a 730 tee off but we managed 2nd nine was warm enough, cant believe not 1 dead spot even the size of a quarter on any green it was awesome well except for my 8 on number 4 but thats what happens when you hit the pond off the tee and skull your...

ok here is the story, i purchased 2 callaway drivers ( a 1 warbird and 3 ) from a store in ottawa ( wont say to keep store anonymous ) and they were both used ok.. they both had 2 graphite shafts on them , i went to driving range and both broke at the heath or whatever right where the shaft...

Will this winter never end? :mad:

What is the problem with the booking online system, taking forever to get it going? Any information? Thanks

Hi all: As some might or might not have noticed, there’s a new line on the main page called “Active Users” that shows the number of members (and guests) that are on the forums at any given time. I asked Dan if this was a possibility to install on OGC because I have noticed that, while browsing...

:confused Hi OGC members. I have a idea to toss around regarding the restriction of only 1 weekend round with the club. While I recognize and totally agree with the fact that we want to ensure all members have a chance to play I would like to see a happy medium. Case in point todday Sunday May...

Hey, Does anybody know what kind of shape Glen Mar is in so far this year? I've got a league game there on Monday. Also, I'm trying out GstatPro and it wants me to enter the yardages for each hole. I can't seem to find a score card online anywhere that gives me the yardages. I've got par,...

Hi all, Would anyone have a scorecard for the Outaouais Golf Club in Rockland? I'll be playing there on the weekend and would like to fill in the relevant data into GstatPro... Thanks, Grant

Hi all, I thought it might be interesting for people to post the story of how their first round this year went. I expect to be playing at the Canadian this weekend, so I'll share the horror. ;-) Cheers, Grant

I'm looking for a week this summer to get away and play some golf with my girlfriend. I was thinking about the Eastern Townships. Does anybody know of any links or places that offer packages??:wave

Hi all, As I make my way through Pelz' Short Game Bible, I am learning the importance of practicing my chipping, pitching, and bunker shots. I also recognize a real need to work on my putting and green reading. :) What I'm wondering is if there is a practice range on the west side of Ottawa...

I was wondering if anybody on here has the Golfers Gold Sports Pass for this year yet? If anyone does have it I was wondering if you could tell me where I can get one, how much it is, and if it has Malone, Lake Placid and St. Lawerence golf courses included in it again this year. Thanks

Anyone played some of the new golf balls, such as the Noodle? I usually play the Pro V1 but it becomes pricey throughout the year and have heard the Noodle is making quite a following!!:bigcheek

Dan, When do you think we'll get to see the new pics of the renovated courses...? Canadian has renovated a few new holes, and Manderley and Emerald must be nearly finished the construction on theirs. It would be nice to get a sneak peek here to see what the noise is all about.

My question is will a ball lose distance after being hit a certain number of times? I usually don't get two or three rounds out of a ball but yesterday was the third round for the Pro V1 and I found that driving and iron distance was substantially less than when I first started using the ball. ...

LONDON (AP) -- A man who made a living by illegally retrieving balls from golf-course lakes won his fight to overturn a six-month prison sentence Monday but was told to stop clandestine diving expeditions. http://www.canoe.ca/Slam020520/glf_jail-ap.html I guess the courts are quiet there. Seems...