GolfWRX is revolutionizing Gear Trials, and we need testers!

[easyyy]

[quote name='bladehunter' timestamp='1450097763' post='12717902']
Why not have one of these in the south where it isn't 12 degrees ? Would love to be involved , but no way on earth I can get that far out of town.
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What do you mean you cant get that far out of town????

[easyyy]

[quote name='easyyy' timestamp='1450288468' post='12727806']
[quote name='larrybud' timestamp='1450060249' post='12716850']
[quote name='MIKEK' timestamp='1449867649' post='12708676']
To GOLF WRX: Less than 36% of the golfers who keep a handicap are 10 or below. You want tester only 10 or below.
That leaves the rest of us (64%) with no idea what these drivers will do to help us and how the fitting could improve us.

So how are the people who drive 180 - 230 yards suppose to analyze the data. Does a golfer with a swing speed of 87 - 97 really get to see how this technology helps us?
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FWIW, my driver SS is about 97.

Guys, remember the Superbowl is Feb 7th!
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You have not sent in an email yet???? Not interested?
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opps... just saw it

[xgolfx]

My handicap is 14. I am 80 years old. I'm in Chicago, but I would drive to Michigan. I know a little about clubs since my uncle was Toney Penna

CHARLEY PENNA

[GolfSINC]

I know commute from Alaska would be difficult, but if there's any chance I could come, I would drop everything for this. I'd pay my own plane ticket to be given an opportunity like this.

[Bob57]

Since the average temperature in Ypsilanti in February ranges from 15-32, what impact will that have on the numbers? Heat the balls to spring temps? Probably more than typical spring attire may also impact repetitive swings. Assume it will be conducted from the typical track man outdoor set up with overhead gas heaters and the little garage door that opens for the session in the individual fitting bays. Hopefully it will be a mild snow season for the local commuters. Years of working for GM that was often a miserable commute from Birmingham to Ypsilanti. Maybe repeat a few of the "better" drivers in warmer weather for comparative purposes. Certainly a noble undertaking.

[J13]

I heard Golfwrx built a 400yd indoor golf facility just for the gear trials. Heard it makes Dallas Cowboys stadium look like a roller rink. True story.

[Lord Helmet]

[quote name='J13' timestamp='1450314217' post='12729404']I heard Golfwrx built a 400yd indoor golf facility just for the gear trials. Heard it makes Dallas Cowboys stadium look like a roller rink. True story.[/quote]

That's for the wedges I thought.

[easyyy]

[quote name='Bob57' timestamp='1450307028' post='12729064']
Since the average temperature in Ypsilanti in February ranges from 15-32, what impact will that have on the numbers? Heat the balls to spring temps? Probably more than typical spring attire may also impact repetitive swings. Assume it will be conducted from the typical track man outdoor set up with overhead gas heaters and the little garage door that opens for the session in the individual fitting bays. Hopefully it will be a mild snow season for the local commuters. Years of working for GM that was often a miserable commute from Birmingham to Ypsilanti. Maybe repeat a few of the "better" drivers in warmer weather for comparative purposes. Certainly a noble undertaking.
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Heated premium balls. But we need to have some good luck. I have been in the fitting bays that are heated on frigid days and it is tough. It is what it is.

The balls will be one hit and gone. Bringing in over 3,000 balls for the event. Bob... email me would you? [email protected] ... I wouldnt mind your opinion on something as well as a celebrity appearance perhaps????

[Lord Helmet]

At the MOG in Fairfield, they roll out those free standard heaters for demo day stuff. They crank out some serious heat. But.....gonna need some luck too.

[playoffbeard23]

Dam this would be unreal! A bit too far of a drive from Florida but count me in when you host the next one in South Florida

[rpm300]

[quote name='xgolfx' timestamp='1450290932' post='12727988'] My handicap is 14. I am 80 years old. I'm in Chicago, but I would drive to Michigan. I know a little about clubs since my uncle was Toney Penna CHARLEY PENNA [/quote]
That is so cool! I played Toney Penna woods and irons in the early 80's.

[goobers80]

[quote name='easyyy' timestamp='1449868286' post='12708716']
[quote name='DaRiz' timestamp='1449865673' post='12708526']
A. How do I get invited?

B. Would it be weird if I "commute" from California?
[/quote]

We have not invited the out of towners yet. The WRX team (mods and writers) are talking about that list now. We are looking for highly active and member respected guys to come out. There are obviously many of those so we will have a long list and at some point have to make a tough choice.


[quote name='sethdavidsdad' timestamp='1449866661' post='12708590']
Very cool, I'm always in. You have my digits
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Make sure to email us. We will not be looking through this thread. The emails will be the trigger.
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[color=#800080]I wish females were considered for these type of things , as you said *guys.* I cannot be the only one who likes hitting all different sorts of clubs.[/color]

[Mi-Golfer]

[quote name='Bob57' timestamp='1450307028' post='12729064']
Since the average temperature in Ypsilanti in February ranges from 15-32, what impact will that have on the numbers? Heat the balls to spring temps? Probably more than typical spring attire may also impact repetitive swings. Assume it will be conducted from the typical track man outdoor set up with overhead gas heaters and the little garage door that opens for the session in the individual fitting bays. Hopefully it will be a mild snow season for the local commuters. Years of working for GM that was often a miserable commute from Birmingham to Ypsilanti. Maybe repeat a few of the "better" drivers in warmer weather for comparative purposes. Certainly a noble undertaking.
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I did a driver fitting on Jan 24th of this year and it looks like the high for the day was 32*. I remember being hot wearing a short sleeve polo. Also, it looks like Trackman can normalize the temperature and wind (ball doesn't travel as far in the cold dense air right?) according to this sentence at the bottom of their reports.

"Note: Data are normalized to no wind conditions at 0 ft altitude, 77 F with a Premium ball."

[easyyy]

[quote name='goobers80' timestamp='1450354788' post='12730708']
[quote name='easyyy' timestamp='1449868286' post='12708716']
[quote name='DaRiz' timestamp='1449865673' post='12708526']
A. How do I get invited?

B. Would it be weird if I "commute" from California?
[/quote]

We have not invited the out of towners yet. The WRX team (mods and writers) are talking about that list now. We are looking for highly active and member respected guys to come out. There are obviously many of those so we will have a long list and at some point have to make a tough choice.


[quote name='sethdavidsdad' timestamp='1449866661' post='12708590']
Very cool, I'm always in. You have my digits
[/quote]

Make sure to email us. We will not be looking through this thread. The emails will be the trigger.
[/quote]

[color=#800080]I wish females were considered for these type of things , as you said *guys.* I cannot be the only one who likes hitting all different sorts of clubs.[/color]
[/quote]

I do to and I know because I have a lot of friends that are also members, woman and golfers that want the same. We are talking about it and I see down the road that we should and will.

[ThunderBuzzworth]

Are you planning on having all of the premium balls the chosen ones play or a select few models?

[easyyy]

[quote name='ThunderBuzzworth' timestamp='1450375786' post='12732088']
Are you planning on having all of the premium balls the chosen ones play or a select few models?
[/quote]

Not sure I understand the question.

We are going to use premium balls for the testing. We have asked for enough to handle all the hits.

[ThunderBuzzworth]

[quote name='easyyy' timestamp='1450380785' post='12732416']
[quote name='ThunderBuzzworth' timestamp='1450375786' post='12732088']
Are you planning on having all of the premium balls the chosen ones play or a select few models?
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Not sure I understand the question.

We are going to use premium balls for the testing. We have asked for enough to handle all the hits.
[/quote]

I meant to ask if you will have a variety of premium balls so that each tester can hit their ball of choice (Srixon, TM, Titleist, Bridgestone, Nike etc) or if you will have, say.. All Titleist? Either way it doesn't matter I suppose. I understand it is not a ball testing trial.. Curiosity got the best of me so I thought I'd ask because I have seen quite some fluctuation in numbers depending on the ball I hit when using trackman in the past.

[D0ch0l1d4y]

[quote name='ThunderBuzzworth' timestamp='1450385023' post='12732828']
[quote name='easyyy' timestamp='1450380785' post='12732416']
[quote name='ThunderBuzzworth' timestamp='1450375786' post='12732088']
Are you planning on having all of the premium balls the chosen ones play or a select few models?
[/quote]

Not sure I understand the question.

We are going to use premium balls for the testing. We have asked for enough to handle all the hits.
[/quote]

I meant to ask if you will have a variety of premium balls so that each tester can hit their ball of choice (Srixon, TM, Titleist, Bridgestone, Nike etc) or if you will have, say.. All Titleist? Either way it doesn't matter I suppose. I understand it is not a ball testing trial.. Curiosity got the best of me so I thought I'd ask because I have seen quite some fluctuation in numbers depending on the ball I hit when using trackman in the past.
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I suspect that it will be the same ball across the board. No reason to add variance.

[bladehunter]

[quote name='easyyy' timestamp='1450288663' post='12727820']
[quote name='bladehunter' timestamp='1450097763' post='12717902']
Why not have one of these in the south where it isn't 12 degrees ? Would love to be involved , but no way on earth I can get that far out of town.
[/quote]

What do you mean you cant get that far out of town????
[/quote]


Too long of a story to type. Lol. I appreciate the response though. Short version is I can't get away for more than a day. And flying there and back isn't going to work anytime soon. If it were drivable say Atlanta Charlotte 1-2 hours from me I would stop time to get there and participate. But that being said it's a great idea. And I'm super jealous of those who get to participate!

[goobers80]

[quote name='easyyy' timestamp='1450360067' post='12730930']
[quote name='goobers80' timestamp='1450354788' post='12730708']
[quote name='easyyy' timestamp='1449868286' post='12708716']
[quote name='DaRiz' timestamp='1449865673' post='12708526']
A. How do I get invited?

B. Would it be weird if I "commute" from California?
[/quote]

We have not invited the out of towners yet. The WRX team (mods and writers) are talking about that list now. We are looking for highly active and member respected guys to come out. There are obviously many of those so we will have a long list and at some point have to make a tough choice.


[quote name='sethdavidsdad' timestamp='1449866661' post='12708590']
Very cool, I'm always in. You have my digits
[/quote]

Make sure to email us. We will not be looking through this thread. The emails will be the trigger.
[/quote]

[color=#800080]I wish females were considered for these type of things , as you said *guys.* I cannot be the only one who likes hitting all different sorts of clubs.[/color]
[/quote]

I do to and I know because I have a lot of friends that are also members, woman and golfers that want the same. We are talking about it and I see down the road that we should and will.
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[color=#800080]That woulds be good , as i sign up for things to test but i know i will never be chosen being a female.[/color]

[Pure745]

[quote name='knudson81' timestamp='1450201043' post='12723698']
[quote name='Boydr12' timestamp='1450200671' post='12723668']
[quote name='J13' timestamp='1450186511' post='12722680']
[quote name='Pure745' timestamp='1449889129' post='12709968']
Ooooh..
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This



Look forward to seeing how it goes this year. I like the new logo as well.
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Rediculous how it's just assumed and for certain that he will be invited
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How do you know Pure745 and/or J13 have been selected for this? Those responses, to me, simply state they are excited for this new concept.
[/quote]

Seriously, thank you Knudson! I have no interest in participating in this, and even if I was considered, I would like my spot to go to another WRX'er. It's guys like Boyd who troll other members and have really made posting on here brutal.. to the point where I only post in my WITB thread, and even that less and less. Unfortunate, but reality these days.

Interested to see how this all shakes out, good luck to Richard and the team, I can't wait to read the final results

[knudson81]

I know Pure, uncalled for. I, and 99% of the members, know you would do a great job reporting your findings to the rest of the site just like you always do. I personally know J13 and have followed you for years, so I know you two would kill it if you were picked. I agree that guys like that drive great members away and that is just sad.

I hope I am picked, but if not I will be following closely to see all the results! Going to be very, very cool.

[highergr0und]

[quote name='goobers80' timestamp='1450404403' post='12734024']



[color=#800080]That woulds be good , as i sign up for things to test but i know i will never be chosen being a female.[/color]
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Gheez..... You're probably a better player than more than 90% of the members of this site. You should be able to go!!

[RSinSG]

Put my name in the hat. I was fitted for a driver twice in the last 6 years. Always looking for the magic one.

[Forged4ever]

[quote name='MichiganMan' timestamp='1449857010' post='12707984']
Would love an invite. The in-laws live about 45 min from Ypsi.

Regardless of whether or not I'm chosen, this is a terrific idea! Another reason GolfWRX is the best.
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[quote name='ZAP' timestamp='1449856804' post='12707962']
I could drive there pretty easily. Could stay the night at my parents in Toledo and head up there bright and early. I have my trackman numbers from a fitting around here somewhere.
[/quote]You Two are my local picks!!!

The Best to Ya Bros

Fairways & Greens My Friends,
RP

[Forged4ever]

[quote name='drewtaylor21' timestamp='1449857348' post='12708008']
Love the idea! Well done GolfWRX (and if you haven't decided on the invite list, well... you wouldn't need to twist my arm )
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[quote name='ThunderBuzzworth' timestamp='1449968870' post='12713040']
[quote name='costby' timestamp='1449966468' post='12712912']
I want in as the mandatory left handed golfer.�.
[/quote]

That makes 2 of us
[/quote]Drew get my distance vote and Buzz represents the South Paws

Good Luck Gents!!

Golfingly Yours,
RP

[Forged4ever]

[quote name='goobers80' timestamp='1450404403' post='12734024']
[quote name='easyyy' timestamp='1450360067' post='12730930']
[quote name='goobers80' timestamp='1450354788' post='12730708']
[quote name='easyyy' timestamp='1449868286' post='12708716']
Make sure to email us. We will not be looking through this thread. The emails will be the trigger.
[/quote]

[color=#800080]I wish females were considered for these type of things , as you said *guys.* I cannot be the only one who likes hitting all different sorts of clubs.[/color]
[/quote]

I do to and I know because I have a lot of friends that are also members, woman and golfers that want the same. We are talking about it and I see down the road that we should and will.
[/quote]


[color=#800080]That woulds be good , as i sign up for things to test but i know i will never be chosen being a female.[/color]
[/quote]Sammy, don't think like that!!

You stand a great chance as you're one of the Top Players on the site, Male or Female, and you're an excellent Forum Member!!

You'd be my pick

E-mail them!!

The Best to Ya

Fairways & Greens My Friend,
Richard

[drewtaylor21]

[quote name='Forged4ever' timestamp='1450421714' post='12734776'][quote name='drewtaylor21' timestamp='1449857348' post='12708008']
Love the idea! Well done GolfWRX (and if you haven't decided on the invite list, well... you wouldn't need to twist my arm )
[/quote]
[quote name='ThunderBuzzworth' timestamp='1449968870' post='12713040']
[quote name='costby' timestamp='1449966468' post='12712912']
I want in as the mandatory left handed golfer.�.
[/quote]

That makes 2 of us
[/quote]Drew get my distance vote and Buzz represents the South Paws

Good Luck Gents!!

Golfingly Yours,
RP[/quote]

Thanks Richard, but just to clarify, I'm not even in the vicinity of TB! I'm not a short hitter but that guy is in another league speed-wise!

[goobers80]

[quote name='Forged4ever' timestamp='1450422101' post='12734786']
[quote name='goobers80' timestamp='1450404403' post='12734024']
[quote name='easyyy' timestamp='1450360067' post='12730930']
[quote name='goobers80' timestamp='1450354788' post='12730708']
[quote name='easyyy' timestamp='1449868286' post='12708716']
Make sure to email us. We will not be looking through this thread. The emails will be the trigger.
[/quote]

[color=#800080]I wish females were considered for these type of things , as you said *guys.* I cannot be the only one who likes hitting all different sorts of clubs.[/color]
[/quote]

I do to and I know because I have a lot of friends that are also members, woman and golfers that want the same. We are talking about it and I see down the road that we should and will.
[/quote]


[color=#800080]That woulds be good , as i sign up for things to test but i know i will never be chosen being a female.[/color]
[/quote]Sammy, don't think like that!!

You stand a great chance as you're one of the Top Players on the site, Male or Female, and you're an excellent Forum Member!!

You'd be my pick

E-mail them!!

The Best to Ya

Fairways & Greens My Friend,
Richard
[/quote]

[color=#800080]I did just to show we are interested in golf as much as guys. Especially trying out equipment , as i always enjoy hitting all sorts of clubs. I just have to think they rather have guys for these things.[/color]

[J13]

[quote name='knudson81' timestamp='1450410148' post='12734336']
I know Pure, uncalled for. I, and 99% of the members, know you would do a great job reporting your findings to the rest of the site just like you always do. I personally know J13 and have followed you for years, so I know you two would kill it if you were picked. I agree that guys like that drive great members away and that is just sad.

I hope I am picked, but if not I will be following closely to see all the results! Going to be very, very cool.
[/quote]

Appreciate the kind words brotha. There are a lot of great members here to choose from but posts like the guy above are just sad and a poison on the board.

Good luck to those who are going to the GT!! Look forward to seeing all the results from you guys!