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VA. Vince

VA. Vince

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I always tip and was wondering if I should tip the pro who would be doing the fitting. He charges $135 for the fitting which I think is pretty expensive but I really have no clue to the average price. This would be for my R7's that I have had for a couple of years. I plan on going to one of the TaylorMade labs within a year for new clubs but want to get my R7's fitted to me now.
 
I wouldn't tip. That sounds like Golf Tour Trailer prices.
 
I wouldnt tip either way. They charge you for the service. Theres no reason to tip.


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Aries0321 said:
I wouldn't tip. That sounds like Golf Tour Trailer prices.
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Ding,ding,ding

I asked him this weekend what his price was and my mouth dropped. But I have no idea what it costs. I am going to Golf Smith Saturday and will ask them.
 
thats a big NO
 
VA. Vince said:
Ding,ding,ding

I asked him this weekend what his price was and my mouth dropped. But I have no idea what it costs. I am going to Golf Smith Saturday and will ask them.
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I didn't realize Golf Smith did it. I know Golf Dom has a Callaway Performance Center (if memory serves, it's around $150). With Jerry, you are paying a premium for him being a master fitter. Similar to paying more for lessons from a club's golf pro than you will pay for those same lessons from asst. pro. BTW, the $135 is what Jerry charges for lessons as well.

I don't know if I'd pay just to have current club fit to me. I would've paid if definitely in the market to buy new clubs. Luckily, right as I was in the market, they had their demo day at 1757. So my fitting was free.

We should wear name tags to GTT. I'm there at least 4 days a week.
 
I would give him a tip: Lower your fees!

Of course, if you feel you get your moneys worth....
 
Beowulf said:
I would give him a tip: Lower your fees!

Of course, if you feel you get your moneys worth....
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It's the location. Everything is expensive in our area. The price is inline with most everyone else. The difference is you don't hit into a net.
 
VA. Vince said:
Ding,ding,ding

I asked him this weekend what his price was and my mouth dropped. But I have no idea what it costs. I am going to Golf Smith Saturday and will ask them.
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Are you buying a new set or just getting a set fit? If buying a new set Golf Smith should be free for the fitting


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Aries0321 said:
I didn't realize Golf Smith did it. I know Golf Dom has a Callaway Performance Center (if memory serves, it's around $150). With Jerry, you are paying a premium for him being a master fitter. Similar to paying more for lessons from a club's golf pro than you will pay for those same lessons from asst. pro. BTW, the $135 is what Jerry charges for lessons as well.

I don't know if I'd pay just to have current club fit to me. I would've paid if definitely in the market to buy new clubs. Luckily, right as I was in the market, they had their demo day at 1757. So my fitting was free.

We should wear name tags to GTT. I'm there at least 4 days a week.
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I try to stop by there 2 times a week. Usually once during the week and once on the weekend. I drive a big grey chevy truck, we should play some time.

bgammill said:
Are you buying a new set or just getting a set fit? If buying a new set Golf Smith should be free for the fitting


Tapatalk... Loved by me hated by the wife.
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I want to get the clubs I have now fitted. Within a year or so I will be going to the TaylorMade lab for a new fitted set.
 
Oh my goodness. I wouldn't normally tip in a normal priced situation myself unless the guy clearly went off the beaten path out of his way to make my experience beyond expectations. But at that price I wouldn't even try. He better be the best fitter in my area at that price! I guess though like you said in your area that may be average so it's still a big no to the original question.

Fittings around here range from $45-$90 assuming you are NOT buying new clubs. If you are, then the fitting generally comes along with the new club purchase.
 
Aries0321 said:
It's the location. Everything is expensive in our area. The price is inline with most everyone else. The difference is you don't hit into a net.
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Yeah, the further north you go from Richmond the more expensive EVERYHING is. In Alexandria I they charge you for the honor of breathing their air.
 
huhhh said:
Yeah, the further north you go from Richmond the more expensive EVERYHING is. In Alexandria I they charge you for the honor of breathing their air.
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But it's such good air; coming off the water and all.

VA. Vince said:
I try to stop by there 2 times a week. Usually once during the week and once on the weekend. I drive a big grey chevy truck, we should play some time.
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Usually in black Sonata. We definitely should once I'm back from vacation.
 
Aries0321 said:
But it's such good air; coming off the water and all.

Usually in black Sonata. We definitely should once I'm back from vacation.
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Send me a message when you get back, I will give you my cell and we can play BullRun or your home course?
 
Thainer said:
What an overcharge for fitting, thats incredible that they charge that much.
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Yup, seems to be a bit high. I've decided that I am going to go to the TM lab in Maryland and get it done right. After talking to and reading CG-13's thread on the TM lab, I am down. Just have to figure out when to go, probably this winter.
 
Honestly, it would have never have occured to me to tip for a fitting. I know a master fitter does charge more, but I feel it is a paid for service just as it is a paid service to a plumber or electrician, I would not tip them.
 
I think that's a great idea! Or you could go to the Carlsbad, CA location and make a week of it!!
 
DawgDaddy said:
Honestly, it would have never have occured to me to tip for a fitting. I know a master fitter does charge more, but I feel it is a paid for service just as it is a paid service to a plumber or electrician, I would not tip them.
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That is a funny statement to me. Had to have a plumber do some extensive work inside a couple of walls and through some cabinets and such; the young man that was with him did such an excellant job cleaning up, I tipped him 20 bucks. He was shocked. Said as 3 years as a helper, it was his only tip.
 
VA. Vince said:
Yup, seems to be a bit high. I've decided that I am going to go to the TM lab in Maryland and get it done right. After talking to and reading CG-13's thread on the TM lab, I am down. Just have to figure out when to go, probably this winter.
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I went to TopGolf in Alexandria and got fitted for my irons. Free since I bought clubs, but normal charge is $80. I was definitely impressed with the guy. In case you are interested, his name is Tony Herbert. Real good guy, no pressure, bent a forged club for me to find out which lie angle I liked better. Reviewed the results with me, even switched out the shafts like 10 times, because I was being indecisive.

After ordering the clubs, I must of called him 15 times to get a status, he had no problem with me calling and giving whatever information he had at the time.
 
Jules said:
I went to TopGolf in Alexandria and got fitted for my irons. Free since I bought clubs, but normal charge is $80. I was definitely impressed with the guy. In case you are interested, his name is Tony Herbert. Real good guy, no pressure, bent a forged club for me to find out which lie angle I liked better. Reviewed the results with me, even switched out the shafts like 10 times, because I was being indecisive.

After ordering the clubs, I must of called him 15 times to get a status, he had no problem with me calling and giving whatever information he had at the time.
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Sounds like a good guy Jules, I think I am going to hold out and go to the TM lab in Maryland. But you never know, I may get a bug and buy new clubs soon.
 
I see my fitter every fall and he charges me $85 just to check things out to be sure nothing has changed. This includes checking all my clubs for loft/lie. I tipped him one time I think, because he had a shaft overnighted one time for me a few years ago. It was one of those times where he went out of his way for me. I think I tipped him $40, telling him to take his wife out somewhere nice to eat. The next time he did some work for me, he did not charge me a cent. Easy way to build a lasting relationship.
 
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