Podcasts
Two Guys Talkin’ Golf: The 3-Club Challenge
Which 3 clubs would you choose to use for an 18-hole match, if you could only pick 3? The guys argue their case. Also discussed are 2018 golf resolutions, and “what’s your favorite non-major golf event?”
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Golf's Perfect Imperfections
Golf’s Perfect Imperfections: Live from Mexico Open + Insight on how the pros stay ready
In this week’s podcast, we are catching up with Shawn on his experience at the Mexico Open and we dive into some of the techniques pros are using to stay ahead of the game.
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Golf's Perfect Imperfections
GPI: 3,000 years and no change in how we exercise our bodies…until now
EMS (Electro Muscle Stimulation) training is a highly effective and time-efficient workout that can benefit people of all ages and fitness levels. It involves using a special suit that delivers electrical impulses to the muscles, causing them to contract and work harder than they would during traditional exercise. The Team at Wisdom in Golf has partnered with the Katalyst team, which has sought to bring EMS training at the leisure of your own home. Their ultimate goal is to help everyone develop with this technology at their own pace.
In a recent podcast, we did, with the CEO & Founder of Katalyst, Bjoern Woltermann, set the tone for what the EMS training is all about and what potential it has for every golfer out there, amateur or professional:
[Minute 02:09] “We’re talking about a new way of working out for the first time in 3000 years. Because for 3000 years, if we think about it, the Olympic Games are still the same, right? We wrestle, and we throw things, and we run, and we lift things. You know, it sure to be a rock, and now it’s a little bit more refined, but at the End of the day, we measure how much we can lift over our head. That’s literally what we measure.” – Bjoern Woltermann, CEO & Founder of Katalyst
This technology has been used for decades in physical therapy and rehabilitation settings but is now gaining popularity as a workout tool. One of the main benefits of EMS training is that it allows people to achieve maximum results in minimal time. A 20-minute EMS session can be equivalent to a two-hour traditional gym workout. This is especially beneficial for busy professionals and those with hectic schedules who struggle to find time for exercise.
Whether you want to lose weight, build muscle, or improve your overall health, EMS can help you achieve your objectives more efficiently than traditional exercise. Another advantage of EMS training is that it can be customized to suit individual needs and fitness goals. Within a month (Mid-March to Late-April) of utilizing the Katalyst Suit, the team at Wisdom in Golf claims to have seen profound gains in their golf swing, improvement with mind and body connection that is enhanced by the suit, and a better sense of well being.
Here is what Shawn said after using it for a month:
[Minute 35:09] “I did notice in the last week and a half I feel stronger over the ball, and I’m feeling more capable, and that’s, that’s a really fun feel to have for your confidence. So then I proceed to go through my practice session […] my beginning clubhead speed lately has been 102mph-104mph, and I can ramp it up to 110mph-112mph clubhead speed, and that’s pretty much where I have been staying. Last year it was at 114mph clubhead speed”, [35:53],” I haven’t been at 117mph clubhead speed since my 40s, I’m 57 years old, so I ramp it up to 114mph, Wow that’s pretty cool!”,[36:52],” Here I am at a 117mph clubhead speed at 57 years old, and I’m thinking I’m the king of the world right now, and then when I had a nice moment of gratitude, and I thought of you guys {Katalyst Team}.” – Shawn Clement
Furthermore, EMS is low impact and can be adapted to suit all fitness levels, making it an excellent option for people of all ages and abilities. It’s also ideal for those with joint or mobility issues, as the electrical stimulation can be used to target specific muscles without putting additional stress on the joints. Overall, EMS training is a highly effective and versatile workout tool that can benefit every demographic. With its time-saving and customizable approach, it’s no wonder why it’s quickly becoming a popular choice for those looking to achieve maximum results in minimal time.
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Club Junkie
Club Junkie Review: Cobra’s new King Tour irons
The Cobra King Tour irons have been proven on the PGA Tour already and will be in bags of better amateur players this year. The previous King Tour MIM irons were very underrated and offered great precision with a solid shape that many players liked. Cobra went away from the Metal Injection Molded construction and went with a five-step forging process for soft and solid feel.
Make sure to check out the full podcast review at the links below and search GolfWRX Radio on every podcast platform.
I was a big fan of the previous Tour MIM irons and played them in rotation throughout the last two years. Out of the box, I was impressed with the more simple and clean look of the badging on the new King Tour. Badging is mostly silver with just small black accents that should appeal to even the pickiest golfers. I didn’t notice the shorter blade length in the new irons but did notice that the leading edge is just slightly more rounded. Topline is thin, but not razor thin, but still has enough there to give you the confidence that you don’t have to hit it on the dead center every shot.
Feel is solid and soft with just a slight click to the thud on well struck shots while mishits are met with a little more sound and vibration to the hands.
These King Tour irons are built to be cannons and place more emphasis on consistent and precise shots. I also felt like the new irons launch easily and maybe a touch higher than some irons in the same category.
My launch monitor showed my 7 iron with an average launch angle of 22 degrees and spin right around 5,800 with a Project X LZ 6.0 stock shaft. Ball speed isn’t the ultimate focus of this iron but it did well with an average around 108mph and the iron was able to keep the speed up well when you didn’t strike the center. You will still see a drop off in speed and distance when you miss the center, but you don’t have to be Navy SEAL sniper accurate on the face to achieve a good shot. Dispersion was very tight, and while there are bigger irons with more forgiveness, this players cavity still allows good playability when you aren’t bringing your A-plus game to the course.
Cobra lists the King Tour as an iron for a Tour level player up to a 7 handicap and I think this iron could see the bags of more golfers than that. I am a 9.4 handicap, and I felt more than comfortable playing this iron even on less than perfect days.
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Cons
Dec 30, 2017 at 5:43 pm
These dudes rule! I’ve become a podcast junkie and this is definitely in my roto now.
Jeff
Dec 29, 2017 at 9:46 am
I’ve always wanted to try this but none of the courses I normally play offer a 3-club tournament or it happens during a time I can’t make it. If I had the chance I’d probably play my 19*H, 8i, SW. I do practice putting with my wedges after seeing someone sink a putt on course with one during a round. He forgot his putter in the cart and it was faster to use his wedge after a bunker shot
Bargegolf
Dec 28, 2017 at 8:35 pm
We play a 3 club tournament with the boys at our club every year.
6200 yards from the whites.
My clubs:
Driver
5 hybrid
pw
Won with an 80 🙂
Robert Parsons
Dec 28, 2017 at 7:25 pm
4 wood
7 iron @ 34*
58* wedge
Larry R
Dec 28, 2017 at 4:46 pm
Played 9 holes one time with a 6 iron, PW, and putter. Shot even par on a course I played a lot, and usually shot 37-42. Par on 9 was 35. As others said, “go figure”.
dlygrisse
Dec 28, 2017 at 2:21 pm
Once shot a 39 in a men’s league with 3 wood, 7 iron and 56*. Putted with a bladed 56.
Randy
Dec 28, 2017 at 1:28 pm
I’d take my 3 hybrid, 7 iron and pitching wedge. I use my hybrid for chipping and putting in some situations with good results.
Spitfisher
Dec 28, 2017 at 12:22 pm
4 hybrid 160-210 yards
8 iron 100-150
and my putter
My usual score is 80-82, with 3 clubs my score is usually score is 78-80
Crazy when you have to concentrate on making a good swing and solid contact…..as opposed to what club to hit
Ronald Montesano
Dec 28, 2017 at 12:12 pm
Staff Member RonMon reporting for duty.
–Sand wedge bent to 48 degrees loft
–7 iron bent to 30 degrees
–14.5 degree 3 metal
Bill
Dec 28, 2017 at 12:04 pm
3W, 7I, GW on a round last year. Putted with the three wood, with amazing results, and ended up shooting my average score!
Des
Dec 28, 2017 at 12:04 pm
19° Hybrid (235yds, drive, long approach & chip)
7 Iron (170yds, approach & par 3’s and chip)
54° Wedge (115yds & in, sand, chip and putt)
Benny
Dec 28, 2017 at 8:13 am
Used to play “5 Club Fridays” with work buddies. 9 holes before work and only allowed 5 clubs. We would shoot our best rounds to. Go figure….
Hybrid, PW and putter.. you can make that hybrid work for so many shots until you need a wedge.
Starsky
Dec 28, 2017 at 11:59 am
I agree. I won last year with a hybrid (all tee shots and approaches) and 7 iron (opened up to a wedge for one shot). And putter. Depends on course and rules though. I played stabledord so didn’t need to worry about playing out of a bunker.
John Lyon
Dec 28, 2017 at 8:12 am
as an amateur my one putt percentage is low enough that using a wedge to put with isn’t that much of a loss. recently Rich shiels shot like 3 over with only a 7 iron (one club challenge) on 18 holes. I practice putting with the wedge so i’d go 3wood 7 iron 56 degree
Tommy
Dec 27, 2017 at 11:11 pm
22* Hybrid, 6 iron, putter…..or Square Strike!
Dave
Dec 27, 2017 at 10:44 pm
5W, 8I, and putter.
Chuck
Dec 27, 2017 at 10:16 pm
Half your strokes are putts. It seems nuts to me, that anyone would take a driver, used once on something like 10 to 14 holes, instead of a putter, used about twice on all 18 holes.
My three clubs? A 5-iron, a 50-degree wedge and a putter.
Jon
Dec 27, 2017 at 10:55 pm
Totally agree. At least half your strokes will be putts, so to not choose a putter would be a poor choice. I would take my 18 degree hybrid, a 50 degree wedge and my trusty putter. We have an annual 3 club event at our Club and I usually score in the 70’s with these three clubs. Makes one wonder why we need 14? Fewer choices!
Des
Dec 28, 2017 at 12:11 pm
Agreed, but as I’m sure you’re able to consider “blading” a wedge for putting can accomplish putts? I used to think a putter was a necessity but found that getting on the green with least amount of shots was most important … blading my wedge for putts with a little relaxed focus is VERY possible with a little confidence. 😉
Chuck
Dec 29, 2017 at 8:17 pm
I’ll add something, for a bit of emphasis after reading several other comments…
Yes, playing with half-sets is a total blast! It is probably the most fun I have on a golf course. I am a 9-hdcp. I shot two even-par 9’s (from forward tees) with my half-set:
3-wood (TM 200 Tour “smoothie”)
5-iron
7-iron
9-iron
52-degree GW
59-degree SW
Putter
So even when I carry SEVEN clubs, driver isn’t in the mix. Scoring is all around the greens.
Seven clubs, a single-strap Sunday bag, walking, forward tees; heaven.
Rich
Dec 27, 2017 at 8:01 pm
I would use a #3 wood, 6 Iron and a 9 Iron….