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FTF: Are You Tired of the U.S. Open on Links-Style Courses?
The GolfWRX forums exist so golfers have access to the latest equipment releases, hottest discussions, real equipment reviews, best instruction, new technologies and everything golf you can imagine. So if you love golf, the GolfWRX forums are your sanctuary.
In the From the Forums weekly feature, we bring you the hottest, most buzz-worthy topics from our forums for your convenience. I’ll be your trusty tour guide to navigate the latest buzz. Here’s a peek behind the curtain into golf’s sanctuary.
Best Hybrid: Old or New
“I’ve currently got the Titleist 910h in 19* and 24* and I’m thinking about making a switch. The question is, to what?” writes Turfmantim. His question leads to an excellent discussion about the best hybrids in the short history of that particular club. See the thread.
“I Designed My Own Blades”
Herbygolf21 dedicated this superb thread to his effort to create his own blades. Here’s what he was going for.
- Minimal offset
2. Thin “ish” top line
3. Raw finish
4. CG more towards toe than typical blades
5. Heel relief throughout the set
6. A sole that interacts in all types of turf and in dirt
To see the results and what WRXers had to say, check out the thread.
Old-School Advantage?
Millhill88 writes:
Instead of buying something new again, I decide to go Old School. I went to the basement and pulled out equipment that performed well for me in the past. The results are Fabulous. I am scoring again the way I feel I should, and more importantly, I know what each club in my bag will do. Even though I have given up some yards, (especially off the tee), I’m more consistent than I have been in a long time.”
He wonders if any WRXers have had similar experiences—and they have. Great discussion. And note, this is a very liberal application of the “old” in old school. See the thread.
What Have You Bought in 2017?
Comparing purchases (and calculating the extremity of one’s own addiction to golf equipment) is one of the many fun elements of the GolfWRX forums. This thread by nicoy3k begins with his tally in a year when he “wasn’t going to buy anything.” Experience something similar? Join the discussion.
Tired of U.S. Opens on links-style courses?
Bogeypro voices his objection to U.S. Opens being staged at links-style courses. Links courses are for the British Open, he suggests, and parkland-style courses ought to host the U.S. Open. A hot topic of discussion. See what WRXers think about his suggestion.
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Why Ludvig Aberg is my new favorite player – GolfWRXers discuss
In our forums, our members have been discussing one of the new sensations in the world of golf – Ludvig Aberg. The 24-year-old finished solo second at the Masters a couple of weeks ago, and gained many plaudits, including from several WRXers.
- RELATED: ‘There were a number of red flags’ – Ludvig Aberg reveals why he turned down multiple LIV offers
One member, RoyalMustang, took to the forums to explain why Aberg is now their favorite player, saying:
“I loved the way the Ludvig was out there, having a great time, not taking himself or the situation too seriously. Even after the double at 11, he was like “well, that’s golf!” Loose and relaxed: that’s the way to play. It’s obvious he loves what he’s doing, he loves the big moments, and he loves being a part of it all.
Arnold Palmer was viewed that way. Just like Brooks Robinson was forever viewed as not just a great baseball player, but a great human being and friend to Baltimore.”
And our members have been reacting and sharing their positive takes on the young Swede.
Here are a few posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion and have your say at the link below.
- redfirebird08: “Ludvig has a great attitude, a great smile, and a great golf swing.”
- otto6457: “I’m very lucky to have talked with Ludde several times at the Rawls Course at Texas Tech. He’s a truly nice guy and very friendly. Always said hello when we passed each other in the club house and was always smiling. Watching him hit balls on the range was a joy. He has “that sound” and trajectory to die for. There were many times he was out on the range in 30+ mph winds just hitting the most beautiful shots that just seemed to ignore the wind. World class ball striker. And yes……..I am a fan boy.”
- konklifer: “I like him. In an era of endless waggles and laboring, his swing and pace of play are a joy to watch.
Entire Thread: “Why Ludvig Aberg is my new favorite player – GolfWRXers discuss”
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Equipment
Coolest thing for sale in the GolfWRX Classifieds (4/9/24): Titleist TSR 9-wood
At GolfWRX, we are a community of like-minded individuals that all experience and express our enjoyment of the game in many ways.
It’s that sense of community that drives day-to-day interactions in the forums on topics that range from best driver to what marker you use to mark your ball. It even allows us to share another thing we all love – buying and selling equipment.
Currently, in our GolfWRX buy/sell/trade (BST) forum, there is a listing for a Titleist TSR 9-wood.
From the seller: (@RHenderson): “Titleist TSR 9 Wood, Like new. Mint, Custom ordered from Titleist and received it Friday, played 1 round & only hit 4 balls with it, it does not fit my gaping so my loss your gain. Hzrdus Riptide CB 60 Stiff $200.00 Will sell just the head & cover for $175.00.“
To check out the full listing in our BST forum, head through the link: Titleist TSR 9-wood
This is the most impressive current listing from the GolfWRX BST, and if you are curious about the rules to participate in the BST Forum you can check them out here: GolfWRX BST Rules
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Coolest thing for sale in the GolfWRX Classifieds (3/27/24): Miura TC-201 irons
At GolfWRX, we are a community of like-minded individuals that all experience and express our enjoyment of the game in many ways.
It’s that sense of community that drives day-to-day interactions in the forums on topics that range from best driver to what marker you use to mark your ball. It even allows us to share another thing we all love – buying and selling equipment.
Currently, in our GolfWRX buy/sell/trade (BST) forum, there is a listing for a set of Miura TC-201 irons
From the seller: (@Vinny Nguyen): “Miura TC 201 5-PW w/ Modus 105X Black shafts. Half inch short of standard, 2 flat, standard loft. $825.“
To check out the full listing in our BST forum, head through the link: Miura TC-201 irons
This is the most impressive current listing from the GolfWRX BST, and if you are curious about the rules to participate in the BST Forum you can check them out here: GolfWRX BST Rules
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Randy Kitts
Jun 18, 2017 at 5:18 pm
Ready to return to the traditional US Open courses. Lets use the links style courses for the British Open,where they belong! Also tired of the yelling “morons” Go to football games where you belong,Thanx Tiger,its part of what you brought to a gentlemens game.
Shi Suk Dik
Jun 17, 2017 at 2:41 am
I tired of all these stupid articles here
Gorden
Jun 16, 2017 at 8:01 pm
They are ugly….only look good from the blimp…….as much as I do not like this type of course for the U.S. Open having Joe Buck in the booth is 100% worse…..
dave
Jun 16, 2017 at 1:20 pm
Yes and no. This erin hills while im sure is beautiful in real life doesnt translate to the screen. I thought chambers bay was amazing however. Ive never before and since wanted to watch every single shot to see how the best in the world handled chambers bay. it was beautiful with mountains, trains, etc. This tourney feels like a big field with wide fairways. its boring to watch. hit the fairway score well. hit the rough, chip out, bogey…..good score at chambers amazing to watch, good score at erin hills, ehhh…
Tom1
Jun 16, 2017 at 11:23 am
this style (Erin Hills) is fine. Theres plenty of contrast in venues. Next year the U S Open will be at a tree lined course and people will have negative talk on the venue also. It’s golf, played on a prairie , by an ocean or in a park, it’s golf. I’ll take it as it comes.
Old Putter
Jun 16, 2017 at 11:18 am
I’m not tired of links style…..
But the fake bird ambiance or whatever you called it is very annoying
I hate FS1
Tom Parlante
Jun 16, 2017 at 9:33 am
I live in Ireland where we have true links courses. I belong to Enniscrone Golf Club which is a links courses. I’ve played a dozen or more links courses in Ireland.
I learned to play golf as a caddie and played the 5 courses at Bethpage , NY. I find Erin Hills and Chambers Bay too contrived. Chopping down all the trees and letting the grass grow to knee length off the fairways is not links golf.
Eddie Hackett, a great Irish course designer, was able to design some of the greatest courses here. His philosophy was to work with what nature gave you.
The US has great golf course but the recent ones-USGA open- are terrible.
Shi Suk Dik
Jun 16, 2017 at 9:07 pm
Jon Rahm found the water hazard on 1 today very easily lol
ooffa
Jun 17, 2017 at 6:34 am
I stand by my post. You’re an angry guy.
ME
Jun 17, 2017 at 8:47 pm
They didn’t chop down all the trees to build Chambers Bay…they were previously chopped down as it was the site of a sand and gravel mine