Golf Monthly Top 100 No. 1....... Turnberry March 2018

[2blue]

I personally don't like the look of those, I'd prefer just the old slither of astro turf or similar flat style mat. I can't see how you can address the ball and strike it naturally on a fairway if its positioned higher than ground level and the ball sat in a location hole?

I caress my balls anyway so I won't need anything artificial

I've hit off loads of other mats & nothing comes close to these..... yep, they may look as though they'd be awkward but the opposite is true in their use,,, so no problem from me for using mats in the winter. :swing:

 

[FairwayDodger]

I've hit off loads of other mats & nothing comes close to these..... yep, they may look as though they'd be awkward but the opposite is true in their use,,, so no problem from me for using mats in the winter. :swing:

I agree, these are the best option I’ve found, except for chipping - would rather use a flat one for that.

 

[Fish]

I agree, these are the best option I’ve found, except for chipping - would rather use a flat one for that.

They just look unnatural.

 

[Fish]

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Glyn... I can well understand that you won't have asked about their type of mat .... however if these are the mats that Turnberry use then the 'Mat-haters' have little to fear as the hitting experience & convenience of use are just brilliant, both on the fairway & off the tee.
I'll certainly be taking mine along as we have them in optional use at our place & I'd hit off them all day long... even I get heaps of spin when punching low balls into the green, which I think we may well be doing a lot of in March.
Get your own & more info HERE..

I shamelessly use a pink tee, which tee hieght do I select? 35 or 45.

Also, just found the Blue Day mat which looks great, but then I found the Hoops one which I would much rather take an iron to 😜😜😂😂

 

[moogie]

At 1 of the courses I'm a member at, there is a winter rule, to play off a mat, or place in the 1st cut

Surely this would be an acceptable ruling for the forum meet...??

I personally hate mats and would rather take to the side
( should I hit a fairway....)

 

[2blue]

I shamelessly use a pink tee, which tee hieght do I select? 35 or 45.

Also, just found the Blue Day mat which looks great, but then I found the Hoops one which I would much rather take an iron to 😜😜😂😂

Have found your mat, Robin

 

[richart]

Will not make the slightest difference to me, and I can't wait for the trip.:thup: Can't believe anyone would be put off the golf because of this. I played Royal County Down off mats, as it was just before the Irish Open. Made no dfference to my enjoyment of the course. Still the best days golf I have ever had. Glyn has done a fantastic job getting the trip arranged, and getting us such a fantastic deal to play Turnberry. I personally would like to say :cheers: my old mate.

One tip for playing off mats, is to remember to put the ball at the end nearest the target. Mate of mine put it at the other end, hit it fat, and sent the mat further than the ball.

 

[Deleted member 17920]

Cheers for all the positive replies as its appreciated.

I will ask them what type of mat they use but a local might already know what mat they use and be kind enough to post up.

Will also find if its just for use on the fairway, I cant think they will use it in the rough but everyone on this forum never misses a fairway

 

[richart]

Cheers for all the positive replies as its appreciated.

I will ask them what type of mat they use but a local might already know what mat they use and be kind enough to post up.

Will also find if its just for use on the fairway, I cant think they will use it in the rough but everyone on this forum never misses a fairway

I will aim my drives for the first cut of rough. What could possibly go wrong.

 

[Val]

Glyn, chances are that they might have moved but to no mats by then depending on how wet a winter wet get. We shall see

 

[Deleted member 17920]

Glyn, chances are that they might have moved but to no mats by then depending on how wet a winter wet get. We shall see

Its a good point, you never know.

It never rains in Scotland does it

 

[Paperboy]

I'm still in chaps, won't be on a fair way anyway. So I should be fine. Only 4 months to try and find my golf game

 

[Merv_swerve]

Just catching up on all this, thanks for the Turnberry email LQ.

First thought, it's still Turnberry right? Still hallowed Open turf. Still spectacular views.

I've never used mats before so don't know what to expect. Are they provided? Do we need to source ourselves? Will it cost me extra either way?

 

[User2021]

Thanks for the email Glyn

Gutted that one persons selfish act has left a sour taste in your mouth.

As others have said, very grateful you have organised such a wonderful trip for so many and for that we should be thankful - nothing should detract from a brilliant few days.

 

[Deleted member 17920]

Right,

I did say lets have some positivity on the thread.

When we ask clubs for deals we normally direct them to the threads to show the forum in good light and show how they would gain exposure for the course.

This isn't helping.

What's done is done, I am going to get a mod to tidy the thread up and delete some posts so can everyone stop having a blast as its going to get deleted.

Now can we quit tonight, I have asked williamalex not to post on the thread anymore as well

Sorry for having a mini rant but this isn't getting us anywhere.

Thanks

 

[NorfolkShaun]

Right,

I did say lets have some positivity on the thread.

When we ask clubs for deals we normally direct them to the threads to show the forum in good light and show how they would gain exposure for the course.

This isn't helping.

What's done is done, I am going to get a mod to tidy the thread up and delete some posts so can everyone stop having a blast as its going to get deleted.

Now can we quit tonight, I have asked williamalex not to post on the thread anymore as well

Sorry for having a mini rant but this isn't getting us anywhere.

Thanks

well said :thup:

 

[Val]

:thup:

Billy, I know you better than a lot of this forum and I’m sorry to you and to them that this has developed. Hopefully you still book Turnberry with your team and get to meet some of this motley crew and likewise to everyone else, hopefully you get to meet eld Billy and his ramblings :rofl:

 

[FairwayDodger]

Billy, I know you better than a lot of this forum and I’m sorry to you and to them that this has developed. Hopefully you still book Turnberry with your team and get to meet some of this motley crew and likewise to everyone else, hopefully you get to meet eld Billy and his ramblings :rofl:

:thup:

 

[need_my_wedge]

Not done any forum meets before, first experienc for me. I've wanted to play the Ailsa course ever since I used to watch it on A Round With Alliss when I was a lot younger. Mats or no mats, this still represents a good deal and a great opportunity, plus 1 and myself are both still in and looking forward to it.

 

[Deleted member 17920]

Phil has kindly deleted some posts from last night.

Thanks Phil :thup:

I have asked Turnberry for a picture of the mat so will post as soon as I have it.