Recent content by Hoganman1

I'm watching on TV over here in the colonies. I love this event mainly because I've played all three courses. For any that are watching, I'm so impressed with Andy Murray. I was a fan when he was the top tennis player. Now he looks like he could compete on the DP Tour. Obviously, he won't do...

I live in the US but I'm thrilled the Euros won again. There are several reasons I feel this way. I like all of the Europeans and their captain. Unfortunately, there are several US players I cannot stand including their captain. I'm 75 and have been playing golf for over sixty years. I love...

Glad to see Noren was named as a vice captain.

This is a great team with some really talented players.

Haven't noticed a huge difference between the Alta 55R and the Vista Pro 55R2. Someone suggested I should try a Ping Alta 55SR. I plan to try that tomorrow.

I usually don't start a conversation but if it comes up, I proudly share my thoughts. Of course some challenge me but I take it in stride.

Well guys I am prepared to be labeled traitor here in the colonies but once again I'm pulling for the European team. I just like the Euros better that the Americans. I usually struggle with this fact. However this year it's not even close. I guess my Scottish/Irish blood is to blame. Heck...

Thanks for all the info. I played yesterday with the Fujikura Vista Pro senior and some tee shots were actually shorter than the Alta CB regular. I guess a professional shaft fitting is probably the way to go.

I am 75 with two torn rotator cuffs but can still play two or three times a week. However, I'm losing distance off the tee. Recently I replaced my Ping G425 driver's Alta CB 55 R shaft with a Fujikura Vista Pro 55 R2 (which is senior flex). I didn't notice a big difference after a couple of...

My late brother-in-law was a college golf coach. He used to say anyone who has two putters in the bag cannot putt with either one of them.

I agree. A blade putter would be the Wilson 8802, Wilson 8813, the Spalding Cash-In or the Acushnet Bullseye. Those models are not around much anymore. I think the younger generation incorrectly started calling the Anser type putters blades to distinguish them from the mallets. Cavity backs is...

Great point. I've been playing Anser type putters for decades. My gamer is a fifteen year old Odyssey. I also have a Scottie Cameron Newport type that is more than a decade old. It appears now most of the tour guys are playing mallets. I think Scheffler's putting really got better when he...

Yes, Scottie's roll does seem different. He's so precise it kind of get boring. He rarely gets in trouble so we don't get those amazing recovery shots Tiger and Phil used to play. I'm not ready to anoint him the new Tiger, but if he keeps this going another season or two it's clear we are...

I played yesterday with the Vista Pro 55 R2 and was pleased with the results. I think I gained a few yards. I'm going to keep playing it for the next month. That should let me know if it's longer than the R flex Alta CB 55 stock shaft.

It was a pretty good major season. I'm sorry there was little or no drama at the PGA or The Open. Scottie just ran away with both of them. It's clear he is the best player right now and his four year body of work is impressive. While my guess is he will continue to dominate. However, a couple of...