I had a spinal fusion years ago, and have a pretty bad case of arthritis in my lower back and knees. I'm still playing. I take two arthritis strength tylenol prior to the round and apply ICY HOT on my back prior to the round. I'm 76 years old and golf is still enjoyable, but after about 12-13...
Years ago I played along with a contractor who was getting a 9 hole playing lesson being given by Peter Oosterhuis. He played his own ball and casually scored 2 under for 9 holes. Every drive straight, every approach on the green, and great putting. It was a revelation how easy this game can be.
Driver for sure. Imagine hitting a wedge or short iron into most par 4's, and a mid iron into some par 5's. Especially, since at 76, I'm hitting from the Senior Tees. LOL
I've been having putting issues with my two Odyssey Versa putters, (a 2-ball and blade-type). I'd gotten a Pyramid putter a few years ago and never did give it a chance, but decided to game it. Surprisingly my putting improved - my lags are better as well as my putts within 10 feet. I hope its...
Smaller driver head makes no difference to the pro's - they hit their 3 wood 285+ anyway. I seem to remember Taylor Made had a "mini" driver years ago and the pro's killed the ball with it.
Rolling back the golf ball? Why? I didn't hear JN complaining when as a younger player he was outdriving...
The course I play is close to a seaside vacation area. The past couple of years, with the pandemic and aftermath, the course was never crowded. This year, however, it is packed. In the Summer we tee off early to beat the Summer heat and humidity, but the last few times we've played, we got...
I'm 75 with arthritic knees and back. Twice a week is the norm - I need at least a day between rounds to recuperate. This week I'll play 3 times (M-W-F) because the weather is ideal, but I'll pay the price over the weekend with soreness!
Around me, the costs vary. There are courses that charge $1800/year for Monday-Friday golf, which includes greens fees and cart. Other courses offer about the same thing for up to $3700/year. There are also a bunch of different options and variations available.