2023 Shaft Up is here and below are all of the details for the 1st of THREE amazing THP Experiences in the series. For those new to THP, Shaft Up with UST Mamiya is a 3 part THP Experience Series where 2 lucky forum members are taken on a trip for a fitting, free equipment and some great golf. Each of the three parts will feature 2 different forum members for a unique experience unlike any other.
When & Where
April 17th-19th, 2023
San Antonio, TX
Course: Briggs Ranch Golf Club
Cost & What’s Included
There is no cost at all to you.
Get fit for new equipment
Play Golf
Group Dinners
Airfare
Hotel
And much much more
THP Shaft Up with UST Mamiya is about making the impossible, possible. World Class fitting, new equipment for each participant and of course playing golf at an awesome course. You will leave the event armed with more knowledge, better gear and of course the memories that last forever. All of this, completely free of charge including your travel.
How To Get Involved
Getting to be a part of this special program will be by sign up in the respective threads when they go up. Your 2023 Albatross Club membership is your key to unlock this and many other programs on THP. If you are not a member, and want information on how to join and help support an amazing charity helping children in need, click here.
It Said Equipment What Does That Mean
Every THP Shaft Up event will not only feature new shafts, but brand new equipment. Each participant will get fit for premium UST Mamiya shafts with the fitting done by Danny Le personally. And while there, walk away with a brand new driver that perfectly fits your game.
How To Signup
Stay tuned to the THP Forum as signups for this one will be coming up very soon. Two lucky THPers will get this incredible opportunity.
[QUOTE=”BigDill, post: 11241259, member: 48932″]
FYI no outside food or drinks. That includes Mountain Dew.
Trust me [USER=3]@JB[/USER], this needed to be said ?
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I have cut out sodas aside from the occasional one if I’m eating out.
Congrats [USER=68285]@agrsiv[/USER] and [USER=15014]@Greg Kulbick[/USER]. Can’t wait to follow along with you guys
[QUOTE=”Greg Kulbick, post: 11241275, member: 15014″]
I have cut out sodas aside from the occasional one if I’m eating out.
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Glad to hear that. A healthy Greg is a happy Greg.
[USER=68285]@agrsiv[/USER] [USER=15014]@Greg Kulbick[/USER] You guys are in for a treat. Dormie service is amazing. [USER=47008]@DannyLe[/USER] is great. This will be an awesome time.
[QUOTE=”Greg Kulbick, post: 11240542, member: 15014″]
This is so awesome! I’ve been following these events since they started and they’ve always been top shelf. Still kind of in a state of shock. I had someone in my office talking about work, but I still had one earbud in and heard my name. She said I kinda glazed over and she could tell I stopped listening. Just a little while back, someone started a thread about what new courses people wanted to play this year. I didn’t have one in particular, but said I wanted to add a new state to the list. Not only do I get to do that, but I get to get fit by [USER=47008]@DannyLe[/USER] and play in Texas at Briggs Ranch! First experience in a long time and get to take in a Dormie Network club.
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Golf will never feel the same after a trip to one of the Dormie Network golf courses! Briggs Ranch is one that is intriguing and can’t imagine the food that will be eaten.
We will have to chat as there is a putter cover I have been eyeing.
[QUOTE=”BigDill, post: 11241280, member: 48932″]
Glad to hear that. A healthy Greg is a happy Greg.
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I am a model of self restraint.
[QUOTE=”Mmaynard11, post: 11241333, member: 19877″]
Golf will never feel the same after a trip to one of the Dormie Network golf courses! Briggs Ranch is one that is intriguing and can’t imagine the food that will be eaten.
We will have to chat as there is a putter cover I have been eyeing.
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I got you, cap.
[QUOTE=”J.B. Cobb III, post: 11241222, member: 50607″]
[USER=15014]@Greg Kulbick[/USER] and [USER=68285]@agrsiv[/USER] what are you most excited about?
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I would have to say getting fitted by Danny Le is at the top of the list, but just by a small margin. I am excited to meet hang out with and golf with other THPers and make those memories that I keep reading about. Nobody I golf with is as interested in golf equipment as I am. I talk over everyone’s head and they probably get tired of listening to me talk about it. Here, I just fit in and a lot of times I can’t keep up with what some of you guys know. Shaft knowledge isn’t my strong suit so I am probably more excited about this than if I was getting all new clubs… I take that back The number one thing I am looking forward to is drinking as many free CANNED TRANSFUSIONS as I can ?. Right [USER=3]@JB[/USER]
[QUOTE=”agrsiv, post: 11241352, member: 68285″]
I would have to say getting fitted by Danny Le is at the top of the list, but just by a small margin. I am excited to meet hang out with and golf with other THPers and make those memories that I keep reading about. Nobody I golf with is as interested in golf equipment as I am. I talk over everyone’s head and they probably get tired of listening to me talk about it. Here, I just fit in and a lot of times I can’t keep up with what some of you guys know. Shaft knowledge isn’t my strong suit so I am probably more excited about this than if I was getting all new clubs… I take that back The number one thing I am looking forward to is drinking as many free CANNED TRANSFUSIONS as I can ?. Right [USER=3]@JB[/USER]
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We’re going to have an amazing time.
[QUOTE=”agrsiv, post: 11241352, member: 68285″]
I would have to say getting fitted by Danny Le is at the top of the list, but just by a small margin. I am excited to meet hang out with and golf with other THPers and make those memories that I keep reading about. Nobody I golf with is as interested in golf equipment as I am. I talk over everyone’s head and they probably get tired of listening to me talk about it. Here, I just fit in and a lot of times I can’t keep up with what some of you guys know. Shaft knowledge isn’t my strong suit so I am probably more excited about this than if I was getting all new clubs… I take that back The number one thing I am looking forward to is drinking as many free CANNED TRANSFUSIONS as I can ?. Right [USER=3]@JB[/USER]
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That is very aggressive Agger Siv :ROFLMAO:
Congrats guys
Congrats [USER=68285]@agrsiv[/USER] and [USER=15014]@Greg Kulbick[/USER]
Cannot wait to follow along with this and see what you all are fitted into.
Congratulations [USER=15014]@Greg Kulbick[/USER] and [USER=68285]@agrsiv[/USER] !
Congrats guys!!! ??
[QUOTE=”BigDill, post: 11241259, member: 48932″]
FYI no outside food or drinks. That includes Mountain Dew.
Trust me [USER=3]@JB[/USER], this needed to be said ?
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Or Wendy’s ??
Congrats fellas! Prepare to have your games changed!
[QUOTE=”agrsiv, post: 11241352, member: 68285″]
I would have to say getting fitted by Danny Le is at the top of the list, but just by a small margin. I am excited to meet hang out with and golf with other THPers and make those memories that I keep reading about. Nobody I golf with is as interested in golf equipment as I am. I talk over everyone’s head and they probably get tired of listening to me talk about it. Here, I just fit in and a lot of times I can’t keep up with what some of you guys know. Shaft knowledge isn’t my strong suit so I am probably more excited about this than if I was getting all new clubs… I take that back The number one thing I am looking forward to is drinking as many free CANNED TRANSFUSIONS as I can ?. Right [USER=3]@JB[/USER]
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wayyy back when I went to the desert for Shaft up #1 in 21 and had the same opinion that I wanted to meet THPer and be fit by [USER=47008]@DannyLe[/USER]… I had no idea with shafts and my.mind was blown how cool they broken it down
[QUOTE=”mikeg_74, post: 11241480, member: 15992″]
Or Wendy’s ??
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It’s not my fault they love me.
Congrats [USER=68285]@agrsiv[/USER] and [USER=15014]@Greg Kulbick[/USER] ! Can’t wait to see what you get fitted into.
congrats [USER=68285]@agrsiv[/USER] and [USER=15014]@Greg Kulbick[/USER] enjoy the hell out of the ride!
Congrats [USER=15014]@Greg Kulbick[/USER] and [USER=68285]@agrsiv[/USER] !!
Congrats [USER=15014]@Greg Kulbick[/USER] !!!
Congrats, [USER=68285]@agrsiv[/USER] and [USER=15014]@Greg Kulbick[/USER] !!!
Congrats [USER=68285]@agrsiv[/USER] and [USER=15014]@Greg Kulbick[/USER]. Can’t wait to see the gains you guys get from the fitting.
[QUOTE=”Greg Kulbick, post: 11241337, member: 15014″]
I am a model of self restraint.
I got you, cap.
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My man!!!
So I’m sure you have been fit for a driver before? What are you most excited about being fitted by [USER=47008]@DannyLe[/USER] ? This goes for you too [USER=68285]@agrsiv[/USER]
By the way I hear he like No Limit Hold’em.
[QUOTE=”Mmaynard11, post: 11243421, member: 19877″]
My man!!!
So I’m sure you have been fit for a driver before? What are you most excited about being fitted by [USER=47008]@DannyLe[/USER] ? This goes for you too [USER=68285]@agrsiv[/USER]
By the way I hear he like No Limit Hold’em.
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I think being outside with a guy like [USER=47008]@DannyLe[/USER] will be impactful. While the fitting I got at Club Champion was successful, the fitter seemed perplexed by the combination of numbers I was producing. I imagine the gains can be even better.
[QUOTE=”Mmaynard11, post: 11243421, member: 19877″]
My man!!!
So I’m sure you have been fit for a driver before? What are you most excited about being fitted by [USER=47008]@DannyLe[/USER] ? This goes for you too [USER=68285]@agrsiv[/USER]
By the way I hear he like No Limit Hold’em.
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His knowledge. I am going to do my best to be a sponge and soak up all the info I can. (I have never been fit for a driver and my iron fitting was minimal to say the least) Okay so far I have these mental notes about [USER=47008]@DannyLe[/USER]… when it comes to golf, ping pong, pool, or Texas Hold’em leave my wallet at home or in my case make sure that whatever I lose we bowl for double or nothing. Then again, I won’t have my bowling balls with me so I will just leave my $ at home.
Alright, its been several years since I’ve flown and never flown with clubs. Gonna need a travel case, what else do I need to know about flying with clubs? Probably going to get the Samsung equivalent of an AirTag so I can keep track of them en route. Stiff arm for the bag? Towels? Driver head in carry on? Halp.
[QUOTE=”Greg Kulbick, post: 11272976, member: 15014″]
Alright, its been several years since I’ve flown and never flown with clubs. Gonna need a travel case, what else do I need to know about flying with clubs? Probably going to get the Samsung equivalent of an AirTag so I can keep track of them en route. Stiff arm for the bag? Towels? Driver head in carry on? Halp.
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Go with something like the CaddyDaddy First Flight and you will be happy.
[QUOTE=”Greg Kulbick, post: 11272976, member: 15014″]
Alright, its been several years since I’ve flown and never flown with clubs. Gonna need a travel case, what else do I need to know about flying with clubs? Probably going to get the Samsung equivalent of an AirTag so I can keep track of them en route. Stiff arm for the bag? Towels? Driver head in carry on? Halp.
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Equivalent of the AirTag is good and I always remove the heads and put them in my carry on to be safe. Stiff arm maybe if the top isnt as sturdy as you would like.
[QUOTE=”Greg Kulbick, post: 11272976, member: 15014″]
Alright, its been several years since I’ve flown and never flown with clubs. Gonna need a travel case, what else do I need to know about flying with clubs? Probably going to get the Samsung equivalent of an AirTag so I can keep track of them en route. Stiff arm for the bag? Towels? Driver head in carry on? Halp.
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My first time flying with clubs as well. My buddies have recommended that I remove my driver head. I am borrowing a travel case and am considering getting air tags as well.
[QUOTE=”Greg Kulbick, post: 11272976, member: 15014″]
Alright, its been several years since I’ve flown and never flown with clubs. Gonna need a travel case, what else do I need to know about flying with clubs? Probably going to get the Samsung equivalent of an AirTag so I can keep track of them en route. Stiff arm for the bag? Towels? Driver head in carry on? Halp.
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I take the heads off that are removable. Then wrap all club heads with towels I haven’t had any issues. Fingers crossed that continues.
Congrats guys! Can’t wait to see your adventure!
[QUOTE=”rallo, post: 11274117, member: 21226″]
Congrats guys! Can’t wait to see your adventure!
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FYF
[USER=15014]@Greg Kulbick[/USER] and [USER=68285]@agrsiv[/USER] you are just about a month away, and just got to see the Quest Cup unfold. Any thoughts on which part of Briggs Ranch you are looking forward to the most?
[QUOTE=”Coloradomrg, post: 11372735, member: 61066″]
[USER=15014]@Greg Kulbick[/USER] and [USER=68285]@agrsiv[/USER] you are just about a month away, and just got to see the Quest Cup unfold. Any thoughts on which part of Briggs Ranch you are looking forward to the most?
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All of it?
It’s been a long time since I was at a THP experience, and I’m excited to be going. Briggs Ranch just looks amazing. Don’t get me wrong, I like nice things, but I also like simple. Just give me some good people at a good course with some good food, I’m a happy camper. Everything I’ve seen of Dormie properties just oozes that vibe.
[QUOTE=”Coloradomrg, post: 11372735, member: 61066″]
[USER=15014]@Greg Kulbick[/USER] and [USER=68285]@agrsiv[/USER] you are just about a month away, and just got to see the Quest Cup unfold. Any thoughts on which part of Briggs Ranch you are looking forward to the most?
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I’m not sure [USER=68285]@agrsiv[/USER] has checked it out
[QUOTE=”JB, post: 11372982, member: 3″]
I’m not sure [USER=68285]@agrsiv[/USER] has checked it out
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He did mention that he expected the trip to get expensive for him… so I’m guessing the pro shop will be up there on his list 😉
[QUOTE=”Coloradomrg, post: 11372735, member: 61066″]
[USER=15014]@Greg Kulbick[/USER] and [USER=68285]@agrsiv[/USER] you are just about a month away, and just got to see the Quest Cup unfold. Any thoughts on which part of Briggs Ranch you are looking forward to the most?
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Honestly my swing is so out of whack right now that the pro shop might be the highlight of the course for me. I have watched the hole by hole videos on Briggs Ranch website but after following the Quest Cup I am looking forward to meeting, hanging out, and having fun with [USER=15014]@Greg Kulbick[/USER], [USER=3]@JB[/USER], and [USER=47008]@DannyLe[/USER] no matter how bad I (might) play. I was impressed by the lighted practice green we saw on the first night. What can I say? I am pretty easy to please.
[QUOTE=”agrsiv, post: 11373167, member: 68285″]
Honestly my swing is so out of whack right now that the pro shop might be the highlight of the course for me. I have watched the hole by hole videos on Briggs Ranch website but after following the Quest Cup I am looking forward to meeting, hanging out, and having fun with [USER=15014]@Greg Kulbick[/USER], [USER=3]@JB[/USER], and [USER=47008]@DannyLe[/USER] no matter how bad I (might) play. I was impressed by the lighted practice green we saw on the first night. What can I say? I am pretty easy to please.
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Try not to get to worried about how you play. I’ve never been to an experience, but I haven’t seen a single person called out for the quality of their play. Show up with an open mind, and a desire to do your best 🙂
I had an abysmal round 2 weeks ago (First of the year), and a not much better range session last night. I’m playing a couple of nicer courses in Vegas this weekend, and expect to lose too many golf balls and lose some $$ to my buddy. Lessons will start after that, so hopefully I don’t embarrass myself at Arbor Links in June!
I lost all 3 of my matches and had the time of my life. Don’t worry about your game and just enjoy the experience
Also put some hand sanitizer in the bag for hole #6
[QUOTE=”Coloradomrg, post: 11373192, member: 61066″]
Try not to get to worried about how you play. I’ve never been to an experience, but I haven’t seen a single person called out for the quality of their play. Show up with an open mind, and a desire to do your best 🙂
I had an abysmal round 2 weeks ago (First of the year), and a not much better range session last night. I’m playing a couple of nicer courses in Vegas this weekend, and expect to lose too many golf balls and lose some $$ to my buddy. Lessons will start after that, so hopefully I don’t embarrass myself at Arbor Links in June!
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I think the only way anyone can embarrass themselves on the course is with their attitude, not their score (but I know what you mean). I’m not so much “worried” about how I will play. It’s more disgusted and confused right now because I have been improving most of the winter and now even my practice sessions are abysmal. I plan to play whatever game I have at that time, enjoy the atmosphere, the experience, and the scenery. I can worry about my game when I get back home. I also have 3 more lessons between now and then so I am not a lost cause yet ?.
I was just thinking today, with the Briggs Ranch logo and the Dormie logo, I can justify twice as much stuff in the pro shop!
[QUOTE=”Greg Kulbick, post: 11382870, member: 15014″]
I was just thinking today, with the Briggs Ranch logo and the Dormie logo, I can justify twice as much stuff in the pro shop!
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you are on deck
[QUOTE=”agrsiv, post: 11373256, member: 68285″]
I think the only way anyone can embarrass themselves on the course is with their attitude, not their score (but I know what you mean). I’m not so much “worried” about how I will play. It’s more disgusted and confused right now because I have been improving most of the winter and now even my practice sessions are abysmal. I plan to play whatever game I have at that time, enjoy the atmosphere, the experience, and the scenery. I can worry about my game when I get back home. I also have 3 more lessons between now and then so I am not a lost cause yet ?.
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I’ve gotten three rounds in this year… with close to a 30 shot difference from round one to round 3. The first one was one of my worst ever, the last one of my better ones. I’m going to cross my fingers that this trend continues this year :ROFLMAO:
After telling myself I need to practice sharing the rounds live on here this past weekend, I realized that I was actually just living in the moment (not actually a bad thing)… and forgot to share! I’ll be working on that skill set a bit before June!
[QUOTE=”JB, post: 11389599, member: 3″]
you are on deck
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Coming down the stretch until it gets real. Can’t wait for this one.
I can’t wait to swing that Paradym fitted by [USER=47008]@DannyLe[/USER]
Can’t wait to see you guys take on Briggs Ranch before and after the fitting!
[USER=15014]@Greg Kulbick[/USER] and [USER=68285]@agrsiv[/USER] are you guys doing anything to prep? Extra practice/playing time? Lessons? Second mortgages to fund the pro shop bill? :LOL: