Forum: General Golf Talk

Does anybody know if this course is open? They were supposed to open in the Fall of 2003 but I never heard anything since the Golf show back in the spring at the OAC? Dan, have you heard anything? Thanks LongBallHitter

Without the obvious answer " as many as possible " how many rounds per year do you play on average? And how many do you think one needs to play to improve. This is my first year actually trying to play a lot but as I cannot play during the week very easily I have played nearly 20 rounds this...

Anyone want to meet for a round of gold Wednesday AM. I am an OttawaGolf club member but willing to play anywhere in Ottawa area. I generally shoot mid 80's to 90. Get back to me so we can book a time. :)

Just wondering about something. I've heard repeatedly that the average golf ball swung by the average golfer stays on the golf club for no more than 6/1000 of a second per shot. That equates to 6/10 of a sec for a hundred stroke round. Now for the fun part... I did some quick math and, assuming...

Are any of you having trouble accessing the PGA Tour home page? I can access everything else on the Net, but for some reason this site will not connect for me. If you have suggestions as to what I can do to remedy the problem, it would be appreciated.

A few years ago pace of play on this region's public courses was a big topic in Flagstick Magazine. I've found a lot of the public courses in this region are guilty of slow play again, and not doing much to manage it, except Glen Mar which has the most active marshalling I've seen anywhere. I...

I understand there are a number of golf courses in the Caribean. Was wondering what experience people have had there. Any really great courses, or any great deals? Would you go there purely for a golf holiday or is the golf a bonus while on a family vacation?

A comment by Jeff C in the "woods or 3 iron" thread prompted me to post this. He mentioned carrying 4 wedges. I also carry 4 wedges (including the sand), and its a choice that changed my game. I make my up and downs far more frequently, mostly with Dave Peltzs techniques. I also still use 7,8,9...

:wave :cheers Finally had the pleasure of scoring a hole in one yesterday. Today I have been looking to see where I can get something done to mount the ball and so far have not been able to find anything for less that $100 Can and there are lots in the U.S.A for twice that. Anyone have any...

I am curious to hear any opinions on removing the 3,4 iron from my bag and replacing them with a fairway wood. I just bought a set of forged irons and was in a bit of a quandary weather to include the 3 and 4 iron in the set anyway I took the advice of the salesman and included them now do I try...

I took this quote from the OG homepage. Does anyone get this? Maybe I just haven't had enough coffee yet. :confused "If you want to hit a 7-iron as far as Tiger Woods does, simply try to lay up just short of a water hazard" :googleeye

I am going to India in October on a business trip and I will have some spare time and, of course, I would like to try to get some golfing.... I will be in the Bangalore area and I was wondering if there's anybody out there reading these forum posts that has ever gone to India (Bangalore area)...

Hi everyone, I came upon this site by accident, even though I have been searching for a golf forum like this for that past 6 months or so. I have lived in Calgary for 20 years, but will be moving to Regina in the next month or so to start a new job as a pharmaceutical sales rep. I started...

Rules for classified ads are now changed as follows: All restrictions on products offered are removed. Post as many clubs or sets of club as as you like. Commercial advertisers are now free to post whatever they wish. Unchanged: Signatures are still limited to a URL - no ad slogans in sigs...

Hi Dan, I was just wondering how much consideration you have given in the past about having a French version of this website? With the many courses you have listed that are in "La Belle Province", it could be very benefitial for you ($$$$$) and all golfers in the Outaouais region to have it...

I filled out a survey a while back that mentioned I would receive a FREE custom-built wedge for doing it. Well yesterday I got a call from Warrior Custom Golf (in the States)... Turns out what it is is they custom build a full set of clubs for you, ship them and then you get to try them out for...

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Hi There...my first post :) I have searched through the ottawagolf forum threads for handicap software and see a few positive suggestion for gstat. My question is, and I am a Ottawa golfer who golfs all over the city (at least once a week), does anybody know of any software that has the Ottawa...

For the 3rd time in my golfing life I had the chance going in to the last hole to break 70. This time I had 15 feet for eagle on the Island 9th at Pakenham. Missed 2 inches right :rotfl Best round of the year (so far). And considering I'm down to once a week I'll take it. But...

I think I have a psychoneuromuscular impediment! :( It seems for the past month I have been stabbing at the ball around the green. However in practise (when relaxed) I have no problem flopping them up close to the pin. The yips, the dreaded affliction that turns golf greats into pathetic...

What are the best golf balls on the market now? I heard that the Titleist Pro V1x were extremely good and u will see a difference. Any other golf balls that are really expenisive, i would appreciate it if you could list some here so I could find info about them. Thanks

I'm curious what type of music would be in your cd/tape/8 track in your car on the way to play golf. For me either Pearl Jam, Ben Harper, Jack Johnson or Steve Earle depending on my mood. Anyone.

Hello! I was wondering if there are general rules or guidelines as to where one should tee off (blue, white and red). Thanks for your help.

Anyone know of a website where one could find out exactly what equipment the pros use? Of course some we know from seeing it on TV, but is there a resource of any kind?

With all the different tournaments and leagues that are run throughout the city, does anybody know of any events that are run where Match Play is used? I really like Match Play because it makes you focus on every hole and it is much more competitive. I don't like playing individual tournaments...

I need a huge solid from the OG community. A friend of mine was golfing recently at the Meadows East 9. He lost a MRH Titleist DCI 962, 9 iron. It has a Dynamic Gold Sensicore S400 shaft with a Lamkin Crossline grip with the logo underneath the shaft. If anyone has any info at all please send...

Good Morning All: I'm playing in one of my favorite events of the year this weekend in the Frew, Mixed Invitational. I was wondering your thoughts on a good ball to use? I love the Pro V1 but feel this may not be suitable for the ladies? Let me know what you think. Thanks, ps. Weather...

The Handicap system in my opinion is severly flawed. I read many posts in this forum, and I just shake my head in disbelief. A Honest Handicap means the following ! 1.) All rules are to be obeyed, and not munipulated. 2.) NEVER move your ball in the rough, and when summer rules are in...

Did the recent power outage affect www.ottawagolf.com ? I visited yesterday and the board was down. I assumed it was because of the power problem.

Was wondering if anyone could explain the slope and ratings for courses. Is higher harder, or is lower harder? how is it calculated? Much obliged :)

What is the farthest drive that you guys have had in ur golfing careers. Be honest now. lol:nono

I went golfing on Sunday morning at Vaudreuil. I was on pace to shoot a 92, as I got 46 on the front 9, however I kinda fell apart on the back nine with a 53. So 99 for the round, which is my personal best. :) I guess it was taking me some time to get used to my new clubs. At the...

Wow. David Duval is really going through the grinder. From 59 and winning the British to a huge flameout at this year's Open, and now 83-WD at Hartford (and a whole slew of other BIG numbers in the last while). He's always been one of my favourites, and I hope he makes a turn around, but...

Hello everyone. I found these forums listed at vbulletin. Looks like a nice place to hang out and chat a bit. Cheers.

Okay boys and girls, lets hear it. What's your favourite, all around, course? Who has the best greens? (everything goes not just condition) What's your favourite hole(s)? Who has the best service? (just positives please)

Did anybody else happen to notice #20 on last week's standings?? LEFTY420 grabbed 20th overall for the week with only 2 picks playing that week!! Very impressive.... I think that I can safely say that he or she made a one time season long team & left it at that.. Kinda makes me wonder about...

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