Everybody wants to be the best, we strive to be the worst. When a bad take is necessary, we will be here to share it with you. This is Episode number 34 and we have a jam packed show including answering your questions submitted on the THP Forum on equipment, business and off topic madness. We are live today at 1pm ET and you can join us here, YouTube, Facebook or on the THP Forum.
Grandaddy Contest Announced
Losing Your Swing
THPer Questions
Two Forum Testing Opps Announced
And So Much More
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THPGolf · Looking for Testers – The Worst Golf Podcast: Episode 34
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damn… Indoor testing required.. ???
Terrible Podcast again! :ROFLMAO:
Great opportunity to test out some great wedges for some people.
The Grandaddy contest and the announcement of the Rhapsodo testing also.
THP keeps bringing the ???
Action packed episode, testing galore this is going to be fun
I’ve played with a few current Epson Tour players because they have had an event at our course the last couple of years.
Most do not have caddies, if they do have a caddy it is usually family/significant other.
It costs a lot for them to stay at these events. They usually stay 3/4 to a hotel/airbnb to save money.
Their passion is to get the LPGA tour but the path is hard. Epson is not a money maker for them. Total purse at our event was $100k. Winner won $30k. But their is a cut and most places won’t cover the travel costs. And they need to pay their own entry fee.
Here is a list of players that I have played with:
Sierra Brooks (She is currently sponsored by TM but this is very rare)
Ana Paula Valdez
Robyn Choi
Maria Torres
Elsa Diaz (She was our forecaddie at Briggs Ranch but still counts)
Great podcast….errr, I mean, it was the absolute worst. A lot of exciting testing coming up for THP’ers and the Grandaddy contest is going to be fun.
[QUOTE=”JB, post: 11601235, member: 3″]
Tech studio contest and of course the crowd sourcing
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I love the crowd sourcing idea, that would be such an amazing thing to do. I’m sure it’s something that would be very deeply appreciated by the recipients.
[QUOTE=”Wildcat4life, post: 11601302, member: 48854″]
I’ve played with a few current Epson Tour players because they have had an event at our course the last couple of years.
Most do not have caddies, if they do have a caddy it is usually family/significant other.
It costs a lot for them to stay at these events. They usually stay 3/4 to a hotel/airbnb to save money.
Their passion is to get the LPGA tour but the path is hard. Epson is not a money maker for them. Total purse at our event was $100k. Winner won $30k. But their is a cut and most places won’t cover the travel costs. And they need to pay their own entry fee.
Here is a list of players that I have played with:
Sierra Brooks (She is currently sponsored by TM but this is very rare)
Ana Paula Valdez
Robyn Choi
Maria Torres
Elsa Diaz (She was our forecaddie at Briggs Ranch but still counts)
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It’s such a neat idea, but no idea if it is dead based on current response. We will ponder more
Doomed to fail – Yeah the Wilson Baller Box made no sense to me
Player to get a lesson from – Lee Trevino
Callaway CB wedges – Cool testing. Not what I am looking for but good luck to those interested in testing.
Favorite time of day to golf – Winter I like noon just to be able to finish. During the summer I also like around noon because it takes dedication to be out there in the heat. Recently the pace is still brutal in the summer. I just play in 4:45 this past weekend. Odd. Also PHX during the summer starting at 3PM is actually the hottest time of the day.
Rapsodo – I am going to see what I can do with testing as I am intrigued here. Nothing obvious for indoor testing yet so I have to think about it.
Instructor – I have had 2 awesome instructors over the years. I have really found 3 or so swing thoughts that I keep from all the lessons I have had. Totally worth it. The big thing that changed for me is the takeaway. Don’t go inside and it stopped a lot of bad things.
Private Jet – I have been fortunate to fly on a company shuttle quite a bit. So much better experience than commercial. Not private at all but it is an awesome experience.
Epson Tour – I was sent an email a few years back from one of the local courses that was hosting a women’s minor league tour. Not sure if it was Epson or not. They were looking for rooms for the golfers and caddies to stay so they didn’t have to pay for hotels. I was about to offer my place up but it was when I was living alone as my fiancé, now wife, had not moved in yet. They did have a line in there that they were looking for families and single women and single men should probably not offer. I understand that statement so I just let it be. I have known a couple of guys that have sponsored a mini tour player for a season or two. Interesting concept.
Granddaddy contest – Interested to see some of the entries. I will put some thought into this one.
[QUOTE=”JB, post: 11601235, member: 3″]
Tech studio contest and of course the crowd sourcing
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You forgot about getting active in the weight loss competition.
Good listening material en route to the Pirates game.
Super cool testing opportunities. Neither are a great fit for me but I’m excited to follow along.
Also definitely think the crowd sourcing idea is a major win. Personally, that’d be a really fun follow. Let’s do it.
And, of course, putter mode engaged. Let’s go.
Just got home from work and getting ready to start this. Looking forward to watching/listening.
That was a fun listen to break up the annoying fires I had to put out at work
Hmmm…out of nowhere I get an email about flying private. “They” are always listening. ?
[QUOTE=”Wildcat4life, post: 11601302, member: 48854″]
I’ve played with a few current Epson Tour players because they have had an event at our course the last couple of years.
Most do not have caddies, if they do have a caddy it is usually family/significant other.
It costs a lot for them to stay at these events. They usually stay 3/4 to a hotel/airbnb to save money.
Their passion is to get the LPGA tour but the path is hard. Epson is not a money maker for them. Total purse at our event was $100k. Winner won $30k. But their is a cut and most places won’t cover the travel costs. And they need to pay their own entry fee.
Here is a list of players that I have played with:
Sierra Brooks (She is currently sponsored by TM but this is very rare)
Ana Paula Valdez
Robyn Choi
Maria Torres
Elsa Diaz (She was our forecaddie at Briggs Ranch but still counts)
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I almost tagged you in the show chat.
I think it would be really cool. to have THP shown in that way.
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I almost tagged you in the show chat.
I think it would be really cool. to have THP shown in that way.
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Yea I know from talking to these ladies how hard the road to the LPGA is. Some with the talent may never make it because the money may run out and then Q school is the only other venue.
There’s just not too much money on this tour. But there is talent and personalities. Even those with sponsors don’t have enough to cover travel expenses for a whole season unless they win.
One of the biggest issues is they play at some of the nicest courses during the best times of the year. Doesn’t sound like a problem but with that comes the priciest hotels and accommodations for 4 to 6 days a week if they make the cut.
Thanks to everybody that tuned in today. We have some fun coming up on THP
I have my Grandaddy answer.
[QUOTE=”JB, post: 11601692, member: 3″]
Thanks to everybody that tuned in today. We have some fun coming up on THP
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Was an awesome show once the audio was fixed. The Epson tour idea is awesome
[QUOTE=”GolferGal, post: 11601569, member: 7″]
Hmmm…out of nowhere I get an email about flying private. “They” are always listening. ?
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Where are we going?
[QUOTE=”YukonLiving, post: 11601696, member: 50273″]
I have my Grandaddy answer.
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Is it…
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[QUOTE=”Mmaynard11, post: 11601701, member: 19877″]
Where are we going?
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I don’t even care if it’s on a private jet haha. I just want to travel in one.
[QUOTE=”GolferGal, post: 11601704, member: 7″]
I don’t even care if it’s on a private jet haha. I just want to travel in one.
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Kristin has a friend…
[QUOTE=”GolferGal, post: 11601569, member: 7″]
Hmmm…out of nowhere I get an email about flying private. “They” are always listening. ?
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I hate flying and the thought of flying on a private jet is frankly terrifying.
[QUOTE=”Mmaynard11, post: 11601709, member: 19877″]
Kristin has a friend…
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I’m just saying…my 40th birthday is right around the corner. ;)?
[QUOTE=”J.B. Cobb III, post: 11601726, member: 50607″]
I hate flying and the thought of flying on a private jet is frankly terrifying.
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That’s crazy talk, that’s the best way to do it.
Worst Ever and understand some posts a little better now. Well done!
[QUOTE=”J.B. Cobb III, post: 11601726, member: 50607″]
I hate flying and the thought of flying on a private jet is frankly terrifying.
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Yes but this is dream transportation for you haha
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[QUOTE=”JB, post: 11601766, member: 3″]
Yes but this is dream transportation for you haha
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If that breaks down, I’m not falling 30,000 feet out of the sky! Lets ride!
[QUOTE=”Mmaynard11, post: 11601703, member: 19877″]
Is it…
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I’m not giving away any secrets! [USER=3]@JB[/USER] told us not to! Haha!
[QUOTE=”YukonLiving, post: 11601820, member: 50273″]
I’m not giving away any secrets! [USER=3]@JB[/USER] told us not to! Haha!
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I like Bumbles.
[QUOTE=”mtbloco, post: 11601817, member: 53632″]
[USER=3]@JB[/USER]
re-listening to this Episode to fill in all the gaps I missed while at work. My ears really perked up when you said you wanted a lesson from Tom Purtzer. My home course is home to the Purtzer Golf Academy. However, Paul Purtzer is the teaching Pro. Tom’s Brother.
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Very cool. I have long said that Tom had the best golf swing ever.
I haven’t been able to listen to the entire episode yet, but just getting to the part where you all are discussing taking time off and try to come back after an injury and it is resonating so hard right now
[QUOTE=”Jeff Spicoli, post: 11601947, member: 10545″]
I haven’t been able to listen to the entire episode yet, but just getting to the part where you all are discussing taking time off and try to come back after an injury and it is resonating so hard right now
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And it’s so true how some of the bad habits/faults disappear after a layoff. At least until they resurface or are replaced by other habits/faults, which inevitably happens.
[QUOTE=”Wildcat4life, post: 11601636, member: 48854″]
Yea I know from talking to these ladies how hard the road to the LPGA is. Some with the talent may never make it because the money may run out and then Q school is the only other venue.
There’s just not too much money on this tour. But there is talent and personalities. Even those with sponsors don’t have enough to cover travel expenses for a whole season unless they win.
One of the biggest issues is they play at some of the nicest courses during the best times of the year. Doesn’t sound like a problem but with that comes the priciest hotels and accommodations for 4 to 6 days a week if they make the cut.
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Being a professional golfer looks real glamorous and alluring for the top stars, but it’s a hell of a tough existence for the ones trying to get there. It’s a hand to mouth existence and most of them are spending a lot more money than they’re making. Golf wouldn’t be near as enjoyable when one bad round means you don’t get paid, and a mediocre finish means you [I]might[/I] cover travel and lodging expenses for the week.
[QUOTE=”BigMac, post: 11602134, member: 3386″]
And it’s so true how some of the bad habits/faults disappear after a layoff. At least until they resurface or are replaced by other habits/faults, which inevitably happens.
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Things were bad enough i decided to get a lesson.
[USER=7]@GolferGal[/USER] Does Jet Suite X count as a private jet experience?
[USER=3]@JB[/USER] Last episode you mentioned a few LA trips. When are you in LA next?
Great show, enjoyed watching that. You guys pod very well. Looking forward to seeing what THPers think about the Cally CB wedges!
Well done.
Going to have to go back and listen to it again. My wife called about 15 min in and I missed the next 20 minutes while on the phone with her. The Odyssey contest sounds amazing! Love the idea of sponsoring a mini tour player.
Anyone else measure their garage to see if it was a full 16’ wide?
[QUOTE=”Scooby45, post: 11602200, member: 62865″]
Anyone else measure their garage to see if it was a full 16’ wide?
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Mine is a solid 30 ft deep. Unfortunately low ceilings so irons only. Then there is the temperature. ???
[QUOTE=”Mmaynard11, post: 11601839, member: 19877″]
I like Bumbles.
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I do my fair share for sure, but I’m extra careful when there’s a Grandaddy spot on the line!!
FINALLY, a thursday with no afternoon meetings! Since we have some of the worst air quality in the country, i might as well listen to the worst podcast!
[QUOTE=”fatboy, post: 11602362, member: 25666″]
FINALLY, a thursday with no afternoon meetings! Since we have some of the worst air quality in the country, i might as well listen to the worst podcast!
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It was definitely a good one.
[QUOTE=”jfox789, post: 11602152, member: 60107″]
[USER=7]@GolferGal[/USER] Does Jet Suite X count as a private jet experience?
[USER=3]@JB[/USER] Last episode you mentioned a few LA trips. When are you in LA next?
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CA, not LA.
We won’t be in LA I do not believe. Carlsbad and San Diego in October for meetings.
I will let [USER=7]@GolferGal[/USER] decide on JSX.
My barista with a delicious coffee this morning
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[QUOTE=”jfox789, post: 11602152, member: 60107″]
[USER=7]@GolferGal[/USER] Does Jet Suite X count as a private jet experience?
[USER=3]@JB[/USER] Last episode you mentioned a few LA trips. When are you in LA next?
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I’m not super familiar with them, but I think so. Although a quick search I don’t think they fly from a local airport. 🙁
Got hung up in meetings yesterday and missed this. Guess it’s time to listen/watch now!
Hahaha Love JB calling out the bs’ers about not being influenced by what tour guys are playing!
Y’all lying through your teeth. ?
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My barista with a delicious coffee this morning
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Just to prove that I listened….
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[QUOTE=”JB, post: 11602391, member: 3″]
My barista with a delicious coffee this morning
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Don’t forget the ? ?
[QUOTE=”USAF Retired, post: 11602705, member: 51894″]
Don’t forget the ? ?
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She got the $20 for my next 10 days :ROFLMAO:
The Tom Purtzer Golf Swing
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Here is a swing instructor breaking down Purtzer’s swing and mentions it being called one of the best ever.
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