I think my clubs are too heavy and I need a Rangefinder

[virge666]

I am going to buy myself a new one. I am paying AU$350 delivered for a Bushnell V2 Tour, give or take $5.

Anyone want to jump in ?

Also I will being selling my old Bushy Yardage pro Sport model or something like that for about $150-170 if anyone wants that. Perfect nick and works nicely. I am upgrading for the pin seeker option.

Ordering at the end of the week.

[Pinglauncher]

Virge, is it the Yardage Pro Sport 450. Could be keen as I want something for practice on the range

[virge666]

Virge, is it the Yardage Pro Sport 450. Could be keen as I want something for practice on the range

Yeah - that sounds about right... almost positive.

[nudgee]

virge definately count me in for a Bushnell V2 Tour

Let me know how you want me to pay?

[Pinglauncher]

Yeah - that sounds about right... almost positive.

Sweet, let me know when your new one turns up.

All I need to find now is a Yes Natalie or Rife 2bar in 34" and some time away from work to actually practice and play.

[terrys]

I just bought a brand new V2 Tour off ebay for $238 delivered. I think I got lucky as I had been watching closely and they were usually going for about $40 - $50 more.

[virge666]

I just bought a brand new V2 Tour off ebay for $238 delivered. I think I got lucky as I had been watching closely and they were usually going for about $40 - $50 more.

Aussie ?

Wow . . . did he have any more ?

[virge666]

Alright

I need to keep it to only 3 to be under the $1000 limit...

Unless we can get it cheaper..

[grandmasterb]

Virge search EBay US for seller "hotdigital" he was the cheapest for the V2 when i was looking (around $300AUD delivered) and im sure he'd cut you a good deal on 2 or 3 ;)

Cheers Ben

[virge666]

Virge search EBay US for seller "hotdigital" he was the cheapest for the V2 when i was looking (around $300AUD delivered) and im sure he'd cut you a good deal on 2 or 3 ;)

Cheers Ben

Champion effort - I am off to find him

[virge666]

And I have found him - should be able to land them for around $320 Aussie give or take.

Thanks again to Ben.

[grandmasterb]

And I have found him - should be able to land them for around $320 Aussie give or take.

Thanks again to Ben.

Happy to help.

[Moe Norman]

what is the pinseeker option Virge? Obviously it seeks the pin, but I was under the impression the old ones could do that?

[virge666]

what is the pinseeker option Virge? Obviously it seeks the pin, but I was under the impression the old ones could do that?

Just get the pin somewhere near the middle and it will automatically find the pin. Just easier with a smaller model.

[Moe Norman]

I'll take your old one off your hands for $150 then if nobody beats my bid.

Interested in any trades?

[Moe Norman]

can you confirm which model it is?

[PeteyD]

I thought PL jumped on it, but I could be wrong.

[virge666]

It is a yardage pro compact 600 with a brand new battery

I will take the cash this time to help with the spend

So. $170 for the old bushy?? :)

[virge666]

Order goes in tomorrow guys...

Anyone Else ?

[Moe Norman]

can you change the units to metres?

I'm at $150 max, can't seem to find much info on that model though

[virge666]

can you change the units to metres?


Of course you can - all bushy models can. :)

Stupid Imperial system

[virge666]

More information on the 600 here

http://www3.dealtime.com/xPF-Bushnell-Yardage-Pro-600

[nudgee]

so virge you want some $$$$$$ from me ??

[virge666]

so virge you want some $$$$$$ from me ??

Check your PM's...

:)

[henno]

can you change the units to metres?

Yes.

EDIT: Virge beat me.

[Moe Norman]

More information on the 600 here

http://www3.dealtime.com/xPF-Bushnell-Yardage-Pro-600
yeah, that was the only thing I found.

was actually researching what they are worth

[virge666]

No idea nowadays mate... cost be $569 a few years back.

[pt73]

Have you guys considered the Bushnell Scout 1000, there's a load of reviews on GolfWRX which say it's almost identical to the Tour V2 but costs less. I bought one a while ago and it works fine.

[virge666]

Have you guys considered the Bushnell Scout 1000, there's a load of reviews on GolfWRX which say it's almost identical to the Tour V2 but costs less. I bought one a while ago and it works fine.

Pinseeker is the difference.

[pt73]

The Scout has Bullseye which uses the same technology as Pinseeker, have a look at the posts on GolfWRX here: http://www.golfwrx.com/forums/forum/239-home-of-the-gpsrange-finders/

[virge666]

Thanks Pete, I shall go a looking.

[virge666]

Order placed gents - they are on the way.

[virge666]

Items have been ordered and shipped via UPS.

I have a tracking number - we should have them by the end of the week.

[idgolfguy]

I had the the 1000. The bullseye mode did work but you had to be steady. The pinseeker technology seems to be more refined.

[terrys]

I find on my V2, that the pinseeker technology works best if I scan gently across the flag.

[Bushka]

I just saw a golf range finder for 12.95 on Aussie Ebay "buy now". Even had an "Adjustion" button. Does the Bushnell come with Adjustion built in?

[virge666]

Bushy - threadjack but it is my thread . . .

Your Irons are 2" longer than standard ???

[Bushka]

Yeah i'm 6'5

[henno]

You must have short arms. I'm 6'2" with gangly arms, so standard to 0.5" is plenty for me.

[virge666]

Yeah i'm 6'5

Thought so - you and I will be having a serious chat about this on Thursday.

Was this a personal choice or did a clubfitter suggest this ? (I use the term "clubfitter" . . . very loosely)

I will bring my angle grinder.

:)

[Bushka]

It was personal choice lol.

They are plugs not lengthened shafts so i can remove them without killing the clubs, will just need new grips.


My 52 * 58* and 64 * are all standard length and i have no problems at all hitting the smallest shafts in the bag.

I just figured i'd play it like this till I needed new clubs then get em custom fitted. Somewhere a couple of years down the track.

[moree golfer]

Get fitted by virge for length at the very least, it will help on the road to improvement. I know from personal experience.

[Bushka]

Get fitted by virge for length at the very least, it will help on the road to improvement. I know from personal experience.

Makes a hell of a lot of sense :)

The hell of it is, after reading Hennos comment...dear god...I have the longest arms in history. I'm 6'5 and I have a 96 sleeve when i get Taylored shirts. What kind of batsh*t crazy irons am I hitting haha.

[Daves]

Makes a hell of a lot of sense :)

The hell of it is, after reading Hennos comment...dear god...I have the longest arms in history. I'm 6'5 and I have a 96 sleeve when i get Taylored shirts. What kind of batsh*t crazy irons am I hitting haha.

I am 6'5' also and my tailored sleeves are 94, so shorter than yours. My fitted clubs are 1/2" over std like hennos.

[virge666]

Makes a hell of a lot of sense :)

The hell of it is, after reading Hennos comment...dear god...I have the longest arms in history. I'm 6'5 and I have a 96 sleeve when i get Taylored shirts. What kind of batsh*t crazy irons am I hitting haha.

The length isn't really the issue - it is the weight.

Your clubs will have a SW of around E4-E6, which for a 20-odd marker is just ludercous and makes the game WAY harder. And becasue of the weight - you don't hit the ball any further - it just slows you down.

it is like swinging and axe that has an extra foot of handle on the end. You are just slower and less accurate.

[grandmasterb]

Im 6'3" and mine are inch and quarter over standard virge.

[Eldrick]

The length isn't really the issue - it is the weight.

Your clubs will have a SW of around E4-E6, which for a 20-odd marker is just ludercous and makes the game WAY harder. And becasue of the weight - you don't hit the ball any further - it just slows you down.

it is like swinging and axe that has an extra foot of handle on the end. You are just slower and less accurate.

this has been running through my head lately as well
im 6'5" too and mine are 1.25' longer
i'll check a few irons for the SW,but is better to have the correct flex or length?

P.S this thread is now about gangally choppers

[virge666]

Im 6'3" and mine are inch and quarter over standard virge.

and . . .


P.S this thread is now about gangally choppers

Length and weight are way more important than flex.

All day long...

[Eldrick]

i have a feeling my irons maybe be way too heavy for me

[haysey]

Its impressive all the big units getting around.


FWIW I'm 6'5" and my clubs are 1" oversize. Swingweight of D4

[terrys]

i'm 5'7" and like to play 1/2" short if that helps! :)

[Lucasto23]

Listen here giants, i am 5ft 11 and play an inch over standard for cleveland 38.75" 5 iron. So make sure you listen to virge as by all accounts he knows a thing or too ;)

[haysey]

P.S this thread is now about gangally choppers


Listen here giants, i am 5ft 11 and play an inch over standard for cleveland 38.75" 5 iron. So make sure you listen to virge as by all accounts he knows a thing or too ;)


You're not 6'5", and you're definitely not a chopper.


So does the short arms, long pockets jibe fit here:lol:

[Lucasto23]

:oops:

Cyclone post is really slow you kow:twisted:

[Bushka]

Tall rubbish golfers of Australia unite.

I can't wait to see you on Thursday Virge I have a feeling most of the clubs in my bag are ill fitting or pointless :)

I feel this thread has been successfully hijacked.

[idgolfguy]

Maybe you giants could use the rangefinder to work out your distance from the ball at your stance and adjust the shafts accordingly.

[haysey]

:oops:

Cyclone post is really slow you kow:twisted:


:mrgreen: They might get blown all the way to Yoss's place...



Tall rubbish golfers of Australia unite.

I can't wait to see you on Thursday Virge I have a feeling most of the clubs in my bag are ill fitting or pointless :)

I feel this thread has been successfully hijacked.


It has.

Can't wait for Pieface to chime in. Tallest.Ozgolfer.Ever:wink:

[Eldrick]

i have a feeling my irons maybe be way too heavy for me

the results are in

Drive= D5
Hybrid=D0
3i=D7
5i=D8 Length 39.5
7i=D8
PW=D8
SW=D6
LW=E3

wrist to Floor 99cm

swing speed might be around the 119 mark with the hybrid
can't remember exactly it was a few years ago

all are approximates using a mix of kitchen scales,children's building blocks and the wife's tape measure

feel free to direct me to my own Zig like thread Virge :wink:

[Bushka]

Where do you find out what the weights are all about? I'll go hit the googlephone I suppose.

[Eldrick]

Where do you find out what the weights are all about? I'll go hit the googlephone I suppose.

http://leaderboard.com/SWINGWT.HTM

[Pieface]

It has.

Can't wait for Pieface to chime in. Tallest Worst.Ozgolfer.Ever:wink:

Fixed!

Should be able to get the leupold Gx1 $20-$30 cheaper Virge. Any particular reason for going the Bushnell?

[virge666]

Fixed!

Should be able to get the leupold Gx1 $20-$30 cheaper Virge. Any particular reason for going the Bushnell?

I saw some review of the GX-1 on golf WRX... it got panned, offered different distance for the same scan, wouldn't scan in the rain, a few other issues.

90% of the tour uses bushnell, I have used bushnell for a decade, hence the choice.

[Pieface]

Cool, I know bushnells make reliable gear.

I haven't had any problems with the leupold, certainly not different distances being reported! It doesn't rain in Perth it seems so i'll likely not have to experince the other criticism.

[TourFit]

Thought so - you and I will be having a serious chat about this on Thursday.

Was this a personal choice or did a clubfitter suggest this ? (I use the term "clubfitter" . . . very loosely)

I will bring my angle grinder.

:)


The length isn't really the issue - it is the weight.

Your clubs will have a SW of around E4-E6, which for a 20-odd marker is just ludercous and makes the game WAY harder. And becasue of the weight - you don't hit the ball any further - it just slows you down.

it is like swinging and axe that has an extra foot of handle on the end. You are just slower and less accurate.

What is it with guys that recommend these lengths???

I've had TWO guys come in this week, from the same Pro, saying that they need 2" over std lengths !!! The first had ordered from me some NS Pro's in X flex to play at +1.25" (my fitting) and the Pro he went to for a lesson, AFTER he came to see me, suggested Dynamic Golds @ +2" (LOL). Swingweight was E9 on this club with his selected grip!! I did a real mock up with his own clubhead and a DG shaft cut to length and a split grip...

He's just been in with his 6 iron demo with a soft stepped NSPro 1050 X, AND IT WAS PERFECT...@+1.25" and playing at D4 !!

[grandmasterb]

Im 6'3" and mine are inch and quarter over standard virge.


and . . .



Length and weight are way more important than flex.

All day long...

Sorry virge im not sure what happened to the rest of my post...

It should of read: Im 6'3" and mine are inch and quarter over standard virge. They average E2-4 swing weight with the Nippon 950R's but they have been tipped and extended to play more like a S flex.

Do you think its worth while me seeking advice from another club fitter to confirm these specs (im only going off what i was told they are) because personally they dont feel like a club that is swinging E2???

Can/will supply video of swing if its of any help as well.

Cheers Ben

[Diggaboy1]

Virge Go to www.gppgolf.com ask for Paul. He will get you custom made any clubs and then he help you out with postage. They sent my for free.
He will also do two invoices if you go over $1000 AUD. SM Vokeys $105 landed and Pro V1 or x landed $45 cant go wrong. I'm sure he will have range finders at a goos price too.

[virge666]

Do you think its worth while me seeking advice from another club fitter to confirm these specs (im only going off what i was told they are) because personally they dont feel like a club that is swinging E2???


Yes, yes, yes and Yes !

[virge666]

The Bushies are out for delivery today.

Yay !

(Cheers Digga, but I had already ordered them :) )

[virge666]

And they have arrived.

:)

Purdy

I am about to order another two and if anyone would like to grab one more to keep us under the $1000 limit, you are more than welcome.

The last batch was AU$318.55 delivered

[Pinglauncher]

I am about to order another two and if anyone would like to grab one more to keep us under the $1000 limit, you are more than welcome.

Did you end up ordering more Virge or is your old Bushnell still available.

I am hoping to get back to regular practice when this project finishes in about 5 - 6 weeks and would like something for the range.