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    Ottawa-Gatineau GOLFEXPO news; Ottawa Golf Putting Challenge returns


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    Does anybody know if there will be demo clubs or new clubs for sale? I am looking for a fairway wood.

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    Golf Liquidators will be there. There will also be a demo range with some manufacturers letting you try their newest clubs - but you'll have to go to Golf Town or a pro shop afterwards to buy them.

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    To be honest the Ottawa Golf show isn't really worth it. I stopped going years ago (pre-covid). Just isn't worth driving all the way down to EY Center and to have to pay for parking (Saturday) just isn't worth my time and money. They fill out empty spots with kiosks not related to golf like Micro Breweries, insurance companies, curling, axe throwing, kids play area etc....just so the hug hall doesn't look empty.

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    If you want a new or demo club, you will definitely find what you want at Golf Expo - all club makers will be there so you can try before you buy. Plus, Ottawa Golf has rounds of golf to give away at the OttawaGolf.com $10,000 Putting Challenge - PLAY TO WIN big prizes including a "Golf Getaway" for two any where you like unlimited golf, accommodations, flights, all inclusive food & drink... come say hello. If you want complimentary tickets, PM me.

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    Quote Originally Posted by rossigm View Post
    To be honest the Ottawa Golf show isn't really worth it. I stopped going years ago (pre-covid). Just isn't worth driving all the way down to EY Center and to have to pay for parking (Saturday) just isn't worth my time and money. They fill out empty spots with kiosks not related to golf like Micro Breweries, insurance companies, curling, axe throwing, kids play area etc....just so the hug hall doesn't look empty.

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    All clubs on demo can be purchased from Canadian Proshop Online who sponsors the demos or go to your local golf club to buy. It is better to support your local owners than to put money in the pockets of an American Company. Do not go to GOLF TOWN - shop local!!!

    And for all your repairs, go see John Kennedy at Golf Logics, 1292 Wellington St - call 613-514-0113.




    Quote Originally Posted by justsomeguy View Post
    Golf Liquidators will be there. There will also be a demo range with some manufacturers letting you try their newest clubs - but you'll have to go to Golf Town or a pro shop afterwards to buy them.

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    Quote Originally Posted by MikeRaganold View Post
    All clubs on demo can be purchased from Canadian Proshop Online who sponsors the demos or go to your local golf club to buy. It is better to support your local owners than to put money in the pockets of an American Company. Do not go to GOLF TOWN - shop local!!!

    And for all your repairs, go see John Kennedy at Golf Logics, 1292 Wellington St - call 613-514-0113.
    Agree that you get great service at local green grass golf retailers, I buy most of my stuff through my club mostly at prices below what GolfTown sells for. That said, I like GolfTown too.

    GolfTown is not an American company. It was originally started by an American but was then turned into a TSE listed income trust back in the heyday of income trusts. OMERS, the Ontario municipal employee pension plan, then bought it and took it private, merging its operations with US based Golfsmith (but still remaining Canadian owned). Golfsmith evanutally went bankrupt and OMERS sold GolfTown to Fairfax (a Canadian company) who merged it with Sporting Life.

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    Anyways, Golf Expo is Mar 1 & 2. Come say hello at the OttawaGolf.com $10,000 Putting Challenge.

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    Quote Originally Posted by spackler View Post
    Agree that you get great service at local green grass golf retailers, I buy most of my stuff through my club mostly at prices below what GolfTown sells for. That said, I like GolfTown too.

    GolfTown is not an American company. It was originally started by an American but was then turned into a TSE listed income trust back in the heyday of income trusts. OMERS, the Ontario municipal employee pension plan, then bought it and took it private, merging its operations with US based Golfsmith (but still remaining Canadian owned). Golfsmith evanutally went bankrupt and OMERS sold GolfTown to Fairfax (a Canadian company) who merged it with Sporting Life.

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    Great post Jax!!!
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    Hey Lefty!

    Thanks we just need the community to understand how fragile the industry will and could be again in the future.

    It's up to the golfers to support the people who are there to support the local golf community.

    Nice to see you are back to the land of the normal (Canadian weather) Lefty!

    Guys are just itching to get outside and hit some balls!
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    I went to the Golf Show this year. Tried some new clubs (Cobra, Callaway, & Haywood irons). Not much else for me, first time back since the OAC days of the golf show. Used to come home with a bag full of coupons for 2 for 1 for green fees at courses to try in the spring, wife was surprised I came home empty handed (No coupons from any courses). Nothing else was really there for me personally. Parking cost more than the entrance fee to get in. I think I am good for another 10 years. Like others, I usually get my clubs from a friend who is a pro at a golf course as well.

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    The Golf Show is not a special event... anymore.

    Golf Town over the years has actually reduced the variety of products with their house brands, which for the golfer reduces the choices and the number of different suppliers and ideas available.

    Before Golf Town there was a lot more choice (and jobs) with all the independent stores across the city. Big box stores are bad for innovation and competition. And the Golf Show WAS a special event because of the retail competition.

    Most courses and commentators think the COVID bump is permanent... I beg to differ.

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    Have to agree with Bogeygolf...it was nice coming home with a few freebies and 2 for 1 coupons. Always looked forward to that. Now, the golf show, at least for me, is more of a social event. Going with a couple of buddies, talking to a few friends in the various booths and hitting a few of the new offerings. I dont mind paying a few bucks to get in, but cmon....that parking fee is ridiculous. I am sure more people would attend if the parking was free. The OAC used to be packed..(smaller venue yada yada yada)

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    Went with a friend Friday night, between the 2 for 1 ticket and parking we paid $12.50 each. I got a coupon for Smugglers and I know Oaks of Cobden had a good deal on a foursome-$100 or $120 can’t recall. I bought 2 passes for Tremblant for $200. Bought a shirt for $35. All in all I enjoyed it but depends what you are looking for.
    I got a fever. And the only prescription is more golf equipment.

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    Quote Originally Posted by jeffc View Post
    Went with a friend Friday night, between the 2 for 1 ticket and parking we paid $12.50 each. I got a coupon for Smugglers and I know Oaks of Cobden had a good deal on a foursome-$100 or $120 can’t recall. I bought 2 passes for Tremblant for $200. Bought a shirt for $35. All in all I enjoyed it but depends what you are looking for.
    The Smugglers coupons are good till May 24, 2024? Can't remember

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