Ever see the original "Conan the Barbarian"? Great film.

As a child he was abducted into slavery and put on a wheel with a bunch of other slaves. They never explain what the wheel is/does, but cut to 15-20 years later and he's the only one left on the wheel... and a beast.

The Club at 12 Oaks is my wheel. I'm not yet a beast, but yesterday I shot 5-over and was a few putts and tiny approach mistakes from an even-par round.

Always better, never best!

Played this challenging 18 hole 6500 yard course for $30 (US) with a cart. Coral Cove QLD.

A couple of weeks ago, I posted about bartering photos in exchange for membership credit. This morning I took some photos for a charity event and tomorrow it’ll be photos for the first round of the club championships. Today was a bit of a practice run in some ways.

For a long time, there haven’t been many posts on social media by the club and recent activity have been purely phone photos. Quite happy with how these turned out and was pleasantly surprised that people were keen to have their photos taken. Might be different tomorrow with more on the line, but we’ll see.

This event was to raise funds for the development of the junior programme here in Melbourne, AUS. Four ball scramble and you can have some very good juniors hit tee shots for you (for a small donation) on some holes.

Hi everyone. I’ve always enjoyed old school golf games (nes golf) and the like. And I’ve been a fan of mini golf since I was a child. Recently I’ve been going to top golf as well and I always have a blast. I’ve been wanting to try real golf out for myself. No one in my family plays. I have a friend that worked at a course in hs but he’s about to move off to go to a masters program and didn’t really play, that’s the extent of people that I know that have even interacted with it.

There’s 2 local municipal courses in the same city a 18 hole and a 9 hole. (The 18 offers 9 ofc) I am fresh out of college and pretty broke. The thrift store near me has clubs and sometimes balls so I was thinking about getting those and a cart rental on 18 is only 25 during the week.

1 problem the rules for attire state that you need golf shoes. Tennis shoes may be okay at staff approval. Are they expensive? Is there like an adapter maybe.
Is there a high chance if I call they’ll let me play?
Should I play 18 or 9 first? Or 9 on the 18 course?
What clubs should I be looking for? I was planning on buying thrift store clubs as they aren’t very expensive i assume a driver and a putter and probably a 9? Iron?

I’ve been watching YouTube videos and it seems like fun but I’m nervous :(

With all the changes golf has gone through over the past 20 years, what do you genuinely miss about how the game used to be? Maybe it was booking a tee time without an app, reasonable green fees, better etiquette, or just the atmosphere at your local course.

Is there a tradition, service, or little part of the golf experience that has all but disappeared? What drives you crazy about golf today that you wish had never become the norm?

For younger golfers, what have older players, parents, or friends told you about those days that makes you wish you'd experienced them yourself?

On the flip side, what has golf genuinely gotten right in 2026? What has improved for the average golfer, and what would you leave behind permanently?

I'm interested in the real experiences, specific memories, and changes that have shaped the game—not just the usual “everything was better back then” argument.

I’m gaming some 15 year old Taylor Made r7’s. Nothing really wrong with them but they are old. Playing as a 7 handicap now.

I’m kicking around the idea of buying some knock off irons just to have something New and have some fresh grooves on my short irons. What’s out there that’s comparable to the Kirkland irons since they are impossible to find at a decent price?

Should I even bother looking or just keep what I got?

Headed to San Diego in November to play Torrey Pines (both courses). I've got a free Friday morning, and wanted to see what the best recommendations are. Private is ok. Thanks!

Going on vacation with my family for a few days in Myrtle Beach. I’m taking my son out for a day of golf. We both shoot in the 80’s-90’s, and I can’t decide between playing 18 at Caledonia or playing 36 holes in a day at Thistle and Glen Dornoch.

Is Caledonia a bucket list can’t miss? Or should we get a little variety and play 36 in a day at Thistle and Glen Dornoch instead? We just can’t decide and thought it would be fun to get some feedback. The green fees are about the same on the days I’m looking at, and should be able to shave a few bucks off Thistle and Glen Dornoch on Golfnow.

Out condo is right in the middle — 50 minutes north of Caledonia, 30 minutes south of Thistle.

Thanks!

Interested to know what routines people have when setting up to a putt.
When setting up how do you make sure you are the correct distance from the ball/eyes in the right spot each time etc?

A lady my MIL cleans for gave her these. She passed them on to us. My kids all play. Coolest part is 3-SW Ping ISTs and a vintage Fresh Prince looking Bennington bag. The head size on these ISTs are like dinner plates!

If you have what you feel is a true love for the game I highly recommend this video. If you’re unfamiliar with the story, Crenshaw and Tom Kite skipped Wednesday practice to fly to Texas to serve as pallbearers for their friend and mentor Harvey Penick. I still get a lump in my throat thinking about it.

https://youtu.be/fzES_9-C-xw?si=MDrTUrYtzyDOjeX7

I’m starting to think we should all start playing for money on the first tee if we truly want to get better.

I’m not kidding. Within the past 12 months, my friends have slowly and consistently proven the biggest weakness in my golf game: mentality.

I played in college but would consider myself slightly above average at best. I give my friends who have only played a few years at lot of strokes to say the least, but not too many where is seems legitimately unfair if that makes sense.

I can’t even tell you how many times I’ve become a different golfer with money on the line.

I’ll hit shots I haven’t hit in weeks/months. I’ll swear like a sailor. I’ll sweat over shots that are routine with other randoms.

My friends on the other hand can lock in. They will channel things I’ve never seen before and hit shots that would put a tour pro to shame.

They’ll become a recovery shot wizard, get as lucky as a leprechaun, and become focused and determined. Full of self belief.

They don’t think about what could happen…they think about what can happen.

And man…I’ve seen some amazing golf shots this year. Which brings me to my point:

After gambling with friends, I have a new respect for the players on tour.

They’re not just filthy at golf…they’re filthy under pressure. And we’re not talking 100-250 bucks on the line…

We’re talking tens of thousands. With mouths to feed, bills to pay, and demons to conquer.

Over the decades, I’ve played with a hand full of guys who on their best day ever might be able to keep up with a tour pro for 14-16 holes.

But I’d love to see how they’d play if there was 5-6 million on the line

Mentality is so underrated. We all nonchalantly say “golf is mental” but I don’t think we truly dive deep into what that truly means.

I need to get better mentally. And if you’ve made it to the end…chances are you do too.

Good luck out there homie.

Best,

Even the PGA Tour is in on the joke

Yes I am probably more excited than I should be in the video and feel I sound terrible but there are a couple reasons. One, I am a terrible golfer so never excepted to get an eagle. Two, yes I am drinking. Three, personal life has been hard and this just felt great.

A little more context, just recently started divorce proceedings this week and it’s been a hard time. Sent this video to my regular golf group plus my closest friend hoping for a small response. Not only did they all cheer me on my close friend that’s only golfed one time in the last two years was at the golf course 15 minutes later to play the last 11 holes with me. Sometimes we get lucky and god gives us the friends and good times we need. Just felt like I needed to share.

Loving my new 56* sm11 raw…

Took the day off yesterday to play golf on my birthday, an annual tradition. Chose to play the up tees at Rock Creek (5,500 yards) to keep the day low pressure and enjoyable.

Ended up breaking par on the back 9 firing off a 35 for the first time ever! Shot 40 on the front for a solid 75.

While it might not be as sexy as doing it from the whites or blues, I’m still pumped. Might find me playing the up tees more often 😂

It’s trash. More steps to figure out your handicap now. I swear some positions in companies are stealing money, in particular sports/fantasy apps.

Is it possible to move my handicap from a 14 to a 9 by the end of next season?

I just signed up for lessons, and I have a simulator to practice through the winter.

I'm hoping for 2-3 hours of practice each week.

Also, any tips on putting drills/practice during the snowy season?

I’m looking into getting a BirdieBall indoor putting mat, the one thing scaring me is how often I see people saying they roll extremely fast? I used to have a Puttout mat but the carpet-like material creates grooves after continuously putting, that is what’s drawing me to this one.

How accurate is this? Should I get the slowest green speed?

I don’t want to train over the winter like I’m playing at Augusta, I play nice courses but don’t want to feel like I’m practicing on a basketball court and then get out to the course and pussyfoot every putt.

Appreciate any and all feedback from those who have/have used a Birdieball mat.

4 Man Best ball / Scramble

Need help figuring out that this putter is/brand. Buddy of mine got it at a sale but nothing has turned up on google images/ai search. Any help appreciated!

Maybe I’m well behind the curve, but I have never heard of Calong before.

What do you know about this company, and if you do have these golf clubs, in general, what do you think? Thanks!