Off Course is back this week with a fantastic show and this is episode 245. Hosted by Dan Edwards, each Friday he gives you a deep look into the world of golf and equipment in a way unlike any other podcast has done before. Today, THP Legend Michael Vrska from Callaway Golf joins the show to discuss fitting and adjustability.
It wouldn’t be Off Course without some tangents, but Dan and Michael dive into many topics including the clear trend in putters and putter fitting along with managing knowledgable golfers while being fit. This show has a lot going on and is one you will not want to miss as Michael Vrska goes Off Course.

Episode 245 is here and Dan and Michael discuss the following topics.
Walking Through the Bag
The Trend in Putters and Putter Fitting
Finding the Right Blend at the Top
The Adjustability of Elyte Hybrids
Managing the Golfer that has Knowledge
And so much more
You can listen to the show right here, Apple Podcasts or anywhere you do your listening and downloading from. Search for the Hackers Paradise and make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. After listening, come back over and drop us a note below on what you agree and/or disagree with from the episode. If you get a chance, drop us a review wherever you listen from and let others know what you think of the show and/or channel.
Off course is now available in video as well. Tune into the THPGolf YouTube Channel and jump into the video and watch the interaction rather than just listen between Dan and his guests each week.
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Love listening to [USER=24739]@vgolfman[/USER] will check this out on my ride home today, and probably watch it this afternoon as well.
Well this will make my hour drive to the course a lot better!
Love listening to [USER=24739]@vgolfman[/USER] and [USER=2320]@Canadan[/USER] !!! Will be hitting play in t minutes 1 hour and 13 minutes!!!
Managing the golfer that has knowledge. This could be a very interesting topic.
I know what I’ll have on for my commutes today.
Great following [USER=24739]@vgolfman[/USER] on X so will check this out!
So many great little nuggets and topics already and I’m not even halfway through.
Going Off Course before breakfast this morning
Count me in as a lover of the 10i
Will fire this one up on today’s drive. Good chance I’ll watch it again later tonight as well.
Will set aside time later to tune in.
I enjoy testing and hitting clubs before purchasing on a launch monitor. But I put more stock in the on course data I get to make changes. Tracking the data has helped solidify why I keep certain clubs in the bag.
If I hear that most need to practice putting more, maybe it’ll finally sink in. I do good, but definitely need to get better, especially because putting is the weakest part of my game.
Looking forward to giving this a listen today.
The worse the player, the bigger benefit you can get from a good fitting. 4-5 strokes immediately being a possibility makes my mind spin.
Very excited for this one…wife’s out of town this weekend so this will for sure be going on the big screen
Wow [USER=24739]@vgolfman[/USER] just mentioned what I was talking about last night with my bag and the 5i, looking at data is kind of eye opening.
Oh yes! Can’t wait to listen.
Good chance I’ll learn something from this one. Will make time for it shortly.
@vgolfman and his knowledge bombs are always a good listen, will be tuning in later after golf this morning!
I feel like [USER=24739]@vgolfman[/USER] is speaking directly into my soul
Great listen this morning, thanks [USER=2320]@Canadan[/USER] and [USER=24739]@vgolfman[/USER] !! Gives me lot to consider as I begin the new season!
The piece on hybrids Michael addressed holds true for me. I have always had a hard time with hybrids, but at my Callaway Fitting the Elyte X changed my mind
Tuning in – I feel like I should get continuing education credits. About to get educated!
This is one of my favorite episodes. The discussion is exactly what I needed today love the top of the bag discussion about loft and carry distances.
This perfect timing with the Morgan Cuppers finishing up their orders. Lots of us have been really struggling to lock down the top of the bag. Gonna watch this over lunch
The segment on the hybrids holds true for me. Could never hit one, but at my Callaway Demo/fitting,the Elyte X hybrid changed my mind ( two on order) . I could hit the club over and over when the right shaft and adjustment was applied to my SS . And the top end of the bag segment was interesting.
Multiple weeks in a row that are really really great episodes.
If you like golf equipment, this is one that you simply cant miss.
I had some issues this morning and didn’t get in my early listen. I’ll probably get this one while doing a workout this week.
What a great podcast! Interesting to see what [USER=24739]@vgolfman[/USER] thinks the trend will be in terms how people will be buying clubs in the future.
I always enjoy Vrska on Off Course time!
Always love to hear [USER=24739]@vgolfman[/USER] and see his content on X. Lots of great nuggets in this one.
Vrska with the weights forward on the Ti. Damnit now I have to try
Need to schedule this in asap. Latest on Sunday, but can I wait that long for knowledge bombs?
Love listening to [USER=24739]@vgolfman[/USER] talk shop, and the tease to something coming out soon. ? ?
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I feel like it’s the Elyte TD Max…but either way I’m excited to see.
Love when [USER=24739]@vgolfman[/USER] comes around! Great listen so far!
Ok… listened to first 20 mins on morning commute. The putter fitting discussion was fascinating as I never really thought about data from that vs. a driver or other equipment fitting.
My ears perked up obv when [USER=24739]@vgolfman[/USER] mentioned his driver. Very curious.
Can’t wait to listen to the rest when I grab lunch/drive home.
Real and spectacular ??
My 4i is at risk…
I need to go hit me some hybrids.
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My 4i is at risk…
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Mine has been on probation a while now. This just put it onto double secret probation.
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I feel like it’s the Elyte TD Max…but either way I’m excited to see.
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Interesting……?
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I have a 6 iron in there, but 4 hybrids between that and driver right now. Each seems to fill a void.
Also a shoutout to Mr. Vrska for helping this dunce understand the adapter. Yep I’m that guy who was
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Also a shoutout to Mr. Vrska for helping this dunce understand the adapter. Yep I’m that guy who was
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You weren’t alone. I promise.
[USER=24739]@vgolfman[/USER] I am absolutely shocked you don’t have TiFs in your bag yet!!
I am a first year hybrid convert this year specifically because of the new adapter. It’s been eye opening. 4i has (and was after the first swing) been kicked out of the bag
This will be a great listen this afternoon.
Last thing since I’m not done with the episode yet. I remember how much [USER=24739]@vgolfman[/USER] has raved about fairway woods in the past. And every single time Callaway makes them better. It’s really unreal and I have no doubt they are the leader in FWs currently!