What are the real advantages of GCQuad-GC2 over SkyTrak

[A.Princey]

Any sort of delay on the shot allows me more time to do a "feel" assessment for the shot. By that I mean, use contact feels and shot impact on the screen to form a picture in my mind of how the ball flight should look. It's really helpful in diagnosing mishits based on feel alone. Also, it forces me to slow down, and finish my swing, knowing well that the ball path won't be visible immediately after impact. Ymmv

Edited January 2, 2021 by A.Princey

[doctorgriffo]

I’m really looking forward to seeing what the full swing kit brings to the table - I’ve had the Skytrak for a year, and it was a lifesaver during lockdown, but I have 2 left handers in the family and that is a nightmare with Skytrak.  

[RagnarD]

Skytrak advantages vs gc2

I've owned both and think both are good products.

Skytrak is cheaper - and is the lowest price legit full-game indoor launch monitor IMO.

Battery and flash require no maintenance or replacements (gc2 does).

Skytrak range software easier to use.

 

Disadvantages vs gc2

Delay

More non or miss-reads.

Doesn't work well outside or in grass.

Finicky ball placement on dot.

Can miss flop shots.

No way to get club head data, like HMT accessory for gc2.

[doctorgriffo]

My conversations with my wife on the topic of a gcquad sound like Rocket at the end of Guardians of the Galaxy - "but you don't understand, what if I really want it?"

[Bubbtubbs]

On 1/13/2021 at 4:12 PM, RagnarD said:

Skytrak advantages vs gc2

I've owned both and think both are good products.

Skytrak is cheaper - and is the lowest price legit full-game indoor launch monitor IMO.

Battery and flash require no maintenance or replacements (gc2 does).

Skytrak range software easier to use.

 

Disadvantages vs gc2

Delay

More non or miss-reads.

Doesn't work well outside or in grass.

Finicky ball placement on dot.

Can miss flop shots.

No way to get club head data, like HMT accessory for gc2.

It's worth mentioning that light curtain failure can occur in the Skytrak unit but it's definitely nowhere near as common as flash module replacement.

[MysteryV]

23 hours ago, Bubbtubbs said:

It's worth mentioning that light curtain failure can occur in the Skytrak unit but it's definitely nowhere near as common as flash module replacement.

 

I've been considering moving to a Quad.  How much does flash replacement run, and how often do they need to be replaced?

 

I use my Skytrak A LOT.

[Bubbtubbs]

3 hours ago, MysteryV said:

 

I've been considering moving to a Quad.  How much does flash replacement run, and how often do they need to be replaced?

 

I use my Skytrak A LOT.

I believe it's just GC2 that requires flash replacements every 30k-50k swings, if memory serves.

 

You can get Foresight replacement units for around $500 but there's a few people selling aftermarket versions for about $150. The installation is fairly simple.

 

Edit: I wouldn't buy one off eBay right now though, unless someone vetted the seller first. Ask at one of the dedicated sim forums like Golf Simulator or Ottawa Golf and they can point you to a trusted supplier.

Edited January 19, 2021 by Bubbtubbs