2014 VIC OZgolf Champs - Feb 7 - 10

[AndyP]

I've just booked airport parking. Brisbane guys, the BAP fees are cheaper if you book 21 days in advance. Still not as cheap as the off-site centres, but more competitive and less of a PITA on the day.

[solarman]

Contacted Sportsbet for an update and currently Union is at 3/1 and Confectioners can't get odds until they find out who's going to chicken out at the last minute.

Monsta hopes to get 6/5.

[LarryLong]

Contacted Sportsbet for an update and currently Union is at 3/1

I'm no bookie, but that suggests that the confederates will be paying about $1.35

Hard to argue with Sportsbet, they do this sort of thing for a living after all.

[LeftyHoges]

I'm no bookie, but that suggests that the confederates will be paying about $1.35

Hard to argue with Sportsbet, they do this sort of thing for a living after all.

:smt023:

[solarman]

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Monsta hopes to get 6/5.[/QUOTE]

You par obviously missed the pun

[Monsta]

You par obviously missed the pun

Great play on words Patsyman, ohhh you didnt mean to do it, just cant spell eh ?

The only odds that I know of are the Union scum :lol:

[LeftyHoges]

OK guys, most clubs have indicated to me that they need final numbers and payment by the 24th of January, so therefore I'll need to get final payments from everyone by no later than Wednesday 22nd. For others / locals this is your absolute last chance to get in on any of the days (not including Friday which is now full.)

I require the following payments from these people:
* andigold - $159
* billybaub - $150
* bruce - $465 (is your dad interested in playing with us again this year? More than welcome)
* courty - $414
* gammon - $195
* grumpy - $79
* Hocko - $361 (if you're staying Sat night, $291 if not)
* Hux - $659
* Kev - $428
* Marto65 - $359
* oncewasagolfer - $188
* peppas - $334
* Peter_rs - $143
* Titleist - $195
* wbennett - $21

If you need my bank details again just let me know.

[WBennett]

payment made Lefty

[LeftyHoges]

I require the following payments from these people:

* wbennett - $21


payment made Lefty

Reeling in the big fish! :lol:

Thanks Benno!

[haysey]

It appears someone's been sneaking in to RM for some bunker practice..


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[Captain Nemo]

Lefty, sorry mate I thought we where paying down there...
I'll sort it out by close of day tomorrow.

[haysey]

Also, let's talk about this bet that Bob made...

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/16/etamusyg.jpg

There's been some discussion about this bet being paid off during the Saturday night festivities. Thoughts?

[LeftyHoges]

Lefty, sorry mate I thought we where paying down there...
I'll sort it out by close of day tomorrow.

No worries mate, unfortunately majority of things have to be pre-paid in Melbourne.
The only thing that we'll pay for down there / here is the accommodation at andigolds hotel upon checkout.

Can you let Gammon know also?

[Captain Nemo]

Yep, I've already emailed him....
Sorry for the lateness.... :(

[AndyP]

Also, let's talk about this bet that Bob made...


There's been some discussion about this bet being paid off during the Saturday night festivities. Thoughts?
Sunday night when we head into the CBD would be better.

[Captain Nemo]

Paid!
;)

[Courty]

Sunday night when we head into the CBD would be better.

How about a lap of the 18th at RM after the round? :lol:

[Monsta]

How about a lap of the 18th at RM after the round? :lol:

But what if we want to go back next year????????

[Bruce]

$$$ Sent.

[Hux]

Paid.

[Peppas]

Lefty, money sent!

[peter_rs]

Paid

Hope we get this weeks weather it's been great.

[LeftyHoges]

Paid

Hope we get this weeks weather it's been great.

Not down here it hasn't! :lol:

[peter_rs]

Lefty I have been in melb all week.

And back next week.

Adelaide was worse we had reports of 53 come in :(

[LarryLong]

If we get this week's weather I'll be hitting balls into water hazards and looking for them

[LeftyHoges]

Sorry Bruce, I've cleared my PM inbox. Try again mate.

[LeftyHoges]

Lefty I have been in melb all week.

And back next week.

Adelaide was worse we had reports of 53 come in :(

You've been here all week and you think this is great?!

Madness. :lol:

[Peppas]

Hey Lefty how many balls will I need?

Squizzys has free shipping this weekend can I ship some balls to you? Will 100 be enough for 4 days? ;)

[LeftyHoges]

Hey Lefty how many balls will I need?

Squizzys has free shipping this weekend can I ship some balls to you? Will 100 be enough for 4 days? ;)

4 rounds, bank on losing 3 a day, so a dozen should see you through.

You can definitely get them sent to me and I'll bring them. Let me know and I'll PM you my address.

[Peppas]

4 rounds, bank on losing 3 a day, so a dozen should see you through.

You can definitely get them sent to me and I'll bring them. Let me know and I'll PM you my address.

Ok, so you're saying I might only need 50? :) I'll see how I go... anyone else sending balls to Lefty's pad?

[Waddzy]

4 rounds, bank on losing 3 a day, so a dozen should see you through.

You can definitely get them sent to me and I'll bring them. Let me know and I'll PM you my address.
3 a day? is that for yourself? or golfers on my level? im predicting a loss of 6 balls per round so bringing 2 dozen and will fork out for a few pro shop balls if needed by the last day.

[Peppas]

3 a day? is that for yourself? or golfers on my level? im predicting a loss of 6 balls per round so bringing 2 dozen and will fork out for a few pro shop balls if needed by the last day.

Want some balls from Squizzys sent to Leftys pad?

[Waddzy]

Want some balls from Squizzys sent to Leftys pad?
I was going to get some Lethals and they arent that cheap from Squizzys so I might just throw them in my bags.. I have 35kg luggage so I dont see it being a problem. Thanks anyway but mate.

[LeftyHoges]

Ok, so you're saying I might only need 50? :) I'll see how I go... anyone else sending balls to Lefty's pad?

I think a couple might, but this offer applies to everyone. If you wan't to have some stuff shipped down to me prior, whatever it may be, feel free.


3 a day? is that for yourself? or golfers on my level? im predicting a loss of 6 balls per round so bringing 2 dozen and will fork out for a few pro shop balls if needed by the last day.

:lol:

I'll most likely average losing 1 a day, so 3 might've been a bit over the mark. It really does depend if the wind gets up (especially over the weekend, it's not meant to but you never know) and how bad you're spraying it.

[LeftyHoges]

Want some balls from Squizzys sent to Leftys pad?


I was going to get some Lethals and they arent that cheap from Squizzys so I might just throw them in my bags.. I have 35kg luggage so I dont see it being a problem. Thanks anyway but mate.

Just FYI, GolfBox has free express postage, and is $99 for 3 dozen Lethals with a free towel.

[Waddzy]

I'll most likely average losing 1 a day, so 3 might've been a bit over the mark. It really does depend if the wind gets up (especially over the weekend, it's not meant to but you never know) and how bad you're spraying it.

Spraying doesnt justify the way im playing golf right now, I hit the ball and literally have no idea where it may have gone.. a dozen a day it is! becoming an expensive weekend.. Are the courses we are playing very open and windy?

[Waddzy]

Just FYI, GolfBox has free express postage, and is $99 for 3 dozen Lethals with a free towel.
PM incoming for address..

[LeftyHoges]

Spraying doesnt justify the way im playing golf right now, I hit the ball and literally have no idea where it may have gone.. a dozen a day it is! becoming an expensive weekend.. Are the courses we are playing very open and windy?

Just checked the weather forecast and the windiest it'll be is around 20 clicks with gusts up to about 35 so not too bad. The Saturday and Sunday courses are links tracks down on the peninsula so there are chances for lost balls there, while the ti-tree and long rough at RM and Woodlands can snavel a few quickly. Shouldn't lose too many at Kew.

[Peppas]

Just checked the weather forecast and the windiest it'll be is around 20 clicks with gusts up to about 35 so not too bad. The Saturday and Sunday courses are links tracks down on the peninsula so there are chances for lost balls there, while the ti-tree and long rough at RM and Woodlands can snavel a few quickly. Shouldn't lose too many at Kew.

So I'll need that 100 after all? :P

I need to check my baggage limit before I figure out if I need to buy any...

[Peppas]

Ohh I got 25kg... how much would my set of clubs be? About 10?

[Dotty]

Ohh I got 25kg... how much would my set of clubs be? About 10?
Work on 12kg including wet weather cover and jacket

[Peppas]

Work on 12kg including wet weather cover and jacket

Thanks Dotty, how many balls do you think I should take? ;)

[Marto65]

Thanks Dotty, how many balls do you think I should take? ;)

At least 2

[Monsta]

At least 2

:smt038:smt038

[WBennett]

Peppas

The courses are not water penal.

However, there is long rough at The Dunes and Portsea which will snaffle loose shots. See the course tours

http://www.portseagolf.com.au/cms/course/hole-1/
http://www.thedunes.com.au/cms/guests/course-information/course-guide/

[Peppas]

Peppas

The courses are not water penal.

However, there is long rough at The Dunes and Portsea which will snaffle loose shots. See the course tours

http://www.portseagolf.com.au/cms/course/hole-1/
http://www.thedunes.com.au/cms/guests/course-information/course-guide/

Ok thanks mate... I am pretty wayward so I will pack up the remaining weightage I have in my bag on balls :) Or I'll just take whatever number Dotty tells me to!

[Bruce]

depending on the weather between now and then the rough may die off enough to make things easier to find.

[WBennett]

The tiger snake problem has eased up that way hasnt it Bruce ;)

[LeftyHoges]

The tiger snake problem has eased up that way hasnt it Bruce ;)

We're trying to encourage people to come Benno, not drive away those that are already booked in!

[Peppas]

Wow some nice tips for some of the holes.

3rd at Dunes - "Don’t go left. Do not be short. Right is not good either."

So much positivity :)

[WBennett]

3rd at dunes hits across a ridge line to a little green over scrub and crap. I missed it by 25m left last time and it ended on the 4th tee. Made a great 4 :)

[Peppas]

3rd at dunes hits across a ridge line to a little green over scrub and crap. I missed it by 25m left last time and it ended on the 4th tee. Made a great 4 :)

So from the course guide I read... be long? :)

[simmsy]

Atleast he left open the hit it high or low option

[Bruce]

I disagree. Short if fine, long is mostly OK, left is bad and right is diabolical.

4 - Go long and right over the bunkers. You won't be able to see the green and you will be playing from the rough, but it is actually easier to hit it from there than from any position where you can see it.

[WBennett]

4 - Blast driver as far as you can down the next fairway. Pitch on to green. Easy :)

[LeftyHoges]

OK guys, time to break some bad news.

We received word midweek that due to the current heatwave in Melbourne that Kew GC have had some of their course works delayed.

Unfortunately this means that they will have two holes (the 8th and either the 6th or the 3rd) shortened to par 3's with temporary greens. Missing 8 is not so much of a drama as the 17th is very similar, and I'm hoping its the 3rd as that's a bitch of a hole anyway! :lol: Temporary greens in Melbourne aren't a huge issue as they just mow the fairway a little shorter, and they're still faster and better than QLD greens!

My sincerest apologies for this and Peter from Kew GC also sends his apologies to our group. It was decided by the committee that due to short timeframe, and people having booked flights with specific location and time in mind we would go ahead with the booking. As a consolation they have knocked $15 off our green fees. If you would like this returned to you prior to champs please let me know your bank details and I'll deposit the cash back, or I can have it for you in an envelope at champs.

Of course, generosity is a virtue, and it can be donated towards prize pools or the nominated VIC Champs charity if you wish. Dealers choice.

Sorry for the bad news gents and lady.

[Waddzy]

OK guys, time to break some bad news.

We received word midweek that due to the current heatwave in Melbourne that Kew GC have had some of their course works delayed.

Unfortunately this means that they will have two holes (the 8th and either the 6th or the 3rd) shortened to par 3's with temporary greens. Missing 8 is not so much of a drama as the 17th is very similar, and I'm hoping its the 3rd as that's a bitch of a hole anyway! :lol: Temporary greens in Melbourne aren't a huge issue as they just mow the fairway a little shorter, and they're still faster and better than QLD greens!

My sincerest apologies for this and Peter from Kew GC also sends his apologies to our group. It was decided by the committee that due to short timeframe, and people having booked flights with specific location and time in mind we would go ahead with the booking. As a consolation they have knocked $15 off our green fees. If you would like this returned to you prior to champs please let me know your bank details and I'll deposit the cash back, or I can have it for you in an envelope at champs.

Of course, generosity is a virtue, and it can be donated towards prize pools or the nominated VIC Champs charity if you wish. Dealers choice.

Sorry for the bad news gents.

No biggie.. sounds like the other 16 holes will be better than I have ever played yet anyway by the sounds of things ;)

[Monsta]

Throw mine in the prize pool Lefty.

[Peppas]

Happy for it to go in the prize pool unless I am running low on balls :)

[simmsy]

Lefty what is the Vic Champs charity of choice mate?
I'm sure it's been mentioned somewhere but I can't remember sorry.

[Courty]

Donate mine wherever is appropriate (prizes or charity).

[LeftyHoges]

Lefty what is the Vic Champs charity of choice mate?
I'm sure it's been mentioned somewhere but I can't remember sorry.

We thought it would be easier to just keep 2 OZgolf "main charities" so the VIC champs will alternate between BeyondBlue and The Leon Treadwell Memorial Day fund. Seeing as you've made the trip this year we thought it fitting that BeyondBlue be this years.

Hope that's ok mate.

[Captain Nemo]

Throw mine and Gammons in prize or charity....

[AndyP]

We thought it would be easier to just keep 2 OZgolf "main charities" so the VIC champs will alternate between LifeLine and The Leon Treadwell Memorial Day fund. Seeing as you've made the trip this year we thought it fitting that LifeLine be this years.

Hope that's ok mate.The WA Champs charity was Beyond Blue, Lefty.

[WBennett]

Charity is fine for me. Can we now claim travel expenses on tax as we were donating to charity? ;)

[LeftyHoges]

The WA Champs charity was Beyond Blue, Lefty.

Shit. That's what I meant to say. Where did I get LifeLine from?

Beyond Blue people.

[AndyP]

Where did I get LifeLine from?Simmsy's signature.

[LeftyHoges]

Simmsy's signature.

Probably was too. Cheers.

[FoxGolf]

I'm happy for prizes or charity.

Either way will be a donation from me.

[FoxGolf]

Anyone up for the cups course on saturday as well?

Anyone still thinking about this? The more golf the better while i'm away from the wife and kids.

[BenM]

I might play cheltenham as a warm up to rm.

Anyone up for the cups course on saturday as well?

Yes

And happy for my 15 doleros to go to prizes or charity too. No sweat.

[simmsy]

Cups course could well be visited.

[WBennett]

Cups course will depend on energy levels. But as I am carting the Dunes it could be a good option. Accommodation is only 3 mins down the road too

[simmsy]

Sweet. Few beers after the main game then head out for another 9 skins comp

[Jmac]

Anyone still thinking about this? The more golf the better while i'm away from the wife and kids. Sounds good to me.

[LeftyHoges]

DC down to 2. Retains favouritism for this champs.

[Ned]

Of course, generosity is a virtue, and it can be donated towards prize pools or the nominated VIC Champs charity if you wish. Dealers choice.

Donate mine and grumpys to Beyond Blue Lefty. 8)


Wow some nice tips for some of the holes.

3rd at Dunes - "Don’t go left. Do not be short. Right is not good either."

So much positivity :)

If the comp is Stableford, you could miss that hole and play drinks biatch for your group :wink:


Thanks Dotty, how many balls do you think I should take? ;)


At least 2

Gold Marto!


It appears someone's been sneaking in to RM for some bunker practice..


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No wonder he hadn't been at work.

[dc68]

DC down to 2. Retains favouritism for this champs.
Pfft

[LeftyHoges]

Not long to go before final entries close.

C'mon locals, we're stuck at the rather uncomfortable number of 33 for the weekend games, would be great to get to 36.

Chappy, mint, Goldy, chinaski, wools, oz, ozdevil, firey, BGH? Any of you available?

[Ned]

Not long to go before final entries close.C'mon locals, we're stuck at the rather uncomfortable number of 33 for the weekend games, would be great to get to 36.Chappy, mint, Goldy, chinaski, wools, oz, ozdevil, firey? Any of you available? dc's favouritism causing concern maybe?

[simmsy]

You're sandbagging more likely

[Ned]

You're sandbagging more likely You're heafs bag biatch.

[simmsy]

I've been known to carry Heafs bag. Yes.

[Ned]

I've been known to carry Heafs bag. Yes. Tea bag?

[simmsy]

I reckon heaf will be dishin out a couple of tea bags to the unionistas on Friday arvo.

[LeftyHoges]

Last chance locals. I'll send out some PM's to try and gather some interest to fill the final spots.

[simmsy]

I can't believe Yoss isn't coming to this.
Single
Childless
Nil responsibilities in life
And can't find a way to get here.

[Peppas]

I can't believe Yoss isn't coming to this.
Single
Childless
Nil responsibilities in life
And can't find a way to get here.

Yoss isn't coming?

[LeftyHoges]

Yoss isn't coming?

No Yoss!

[simmsy]

Boooo

[LeftyHoges]

Boooo

Boooo-urns?

[oncewasagolfer]

I can give a couple of people a lift down Saturday morning if that will help entice any more players. Chappy, mint c'mon guys:)

[oncewasagolfer]

Just paid sorry for the delay lefty.

[LeftyHoges]

OK locals, absolute last, no nonsense chance to get in on any of the days. I have to have numbers finalised and to the clubs by Tuesday next week. 2PM Tuesday is you're absolute cutoff point, no more entries will be accepted after that.

Chinaski and Chappy, can I have your confirmations for Saturday at your earliest convenience please?

Locals, we're at the uncomfortable number of 33 for Sunday so there's still 3 spots available for this day also.

[Shadesy]

You will get to meet me if that helps seal the deal.

[Monsta]

And we can keep Patsyman and PeteyD away from you if that helps as well :D

[simmsy]

And Yoss won't be there in person but I fear his spirit may be large

[Monsta]

Hope everyone appreciates the trophies I am making, because I just put a f*/king chisel thru my thumb !!!!!!

My son doesn't like the sight of blood, thought he was going to feint :x

[Marto65]

Hope everyone appreciates the trophies I am making, because I just put a f*/king chisel thru my thumb !!!!!!

My son doesn't like the sight of blood, thought he was going to feint :x

Which Chisel?

[Monsta]

The sharpest one that I have :smt087 and it wasn't cold either

[Marto65]

Are you sure you're not fishing for excuses in case you get beaten by supersolarman?

[Monsta]

Could've chopped it off completely and still not worried about Patsyman

[Lucasto23]

Damn it why am I in Melbourne 2 weeks early :(

[peter_rs]

After two weeks I will be happy not to be back before the champs

[Dotty]

Hope everyone appreciates the trophies I am making, because I just put a f*/king chisel thru my thumb !!!!!!

My son doesn't like the sight of blood, thought he was going to feint :x
Was it the Gross trophy?
Those things should be banned.

GWS.

[Monsta]

Was it the Gross trophy?
Those things should be banned.

GWS.

Whats a gross trophy???????

[PeteyD]

Whats a gross trophy???????

Some of that fake vomit you get at the magic shop.

[Monsta]

Some of that fake vomit you get at the magic shop.

But Marto and Lefty can supply the real thing, why use fake stuff???

[LeftyHoges]

But Marto and Lefty can supply the real thing, why use fake stuff???

Not this year. BITS has his hard-earned on me. Can't let him down.

[LarryLong]

Hope everyone appreciates the trophies I am making, because I just put a f*/king chisel thru my thumb !!!!!!

My son doesn't like the sight of blood, thought he was going to feint :x

Ouch! Did you shank it with the hammer?

Can you use it for golf, or have you just ruined your champs preparation?

[LeftyHoges]

ANNOUNCEMENT:

No VIC Champs under my organisation will ever be played on links courses again.

****ing links courses.

[peter_rs]

That's it I'm no chance

[LeftyHoges]

That's it I'm no chance

I've gotta give myself a chance. ;-)

[simmsy]

Play well today mate. :)

[LeftyHoges]

Play well today mate. :)

NCR.

[simmsy]

Nice.
U and Hocko should group together. ;)

[Monsta]

Ouch! Did you shank it with the hammer?

Can you use it for golf, or have you just ruined your champs preparation?

Just like my golf shots, couldn't hit it straight.
Played today and now need a new glove, its white with blood red thumb…….

[Marto65]

Sounds like a good trophy monsta.

[FoxGolf]

Just like my golf shots, couldn't hit it straight.
Played today and now need a new glove, its white with blood red thumb…….

Just getting it ready for the blood of the Union scum Colonel Monsta.

[Hux]

Whats the Slope rating for the Dunes?

[LeftyHoges]

Whats the Slope rating for the Dunes?

141 mate.

[simmsy]

Love high slop'n courses:)

[Shadesy]

141 mate.

Hmmm 12

[Bruce]

Shall I bring some poker equipment for Saturday night?

[LeftyHoges]

Shall I bring some poker equipment for Saturday night?

Yes please.

[simmsy]

Shall I bring some poker equipment for Saturday night?



Rubin is a late entry for Vic Champs

[Bruce]

Also - is there anyone travelling that would prefer to walk and borrow a push buggy?

[simmsy]

cheers Bruce, i think Lefty is bringing me his spare buggy that i will probably use so i'm right.

[Jmac]

Also - is there anyone travelling that would prefer to walk and borrow a push buggy?

Hi Bruce, I'm new here but coming over for the champs and might borrow that buggy for a few rounds if I could. Cheers

[Bruce]

Done :)

[Jmac]

Done :)

Thanks mate

[LeftyHoges]

So I can't convince any more locals?

Looks like 35 it is for Saturday (if Chappy and chinaski can confirm) and a nasty 33 for Sunday.

Final group of 5? :lol:

[Shadesy]

*cough* countdown *cough*

[simmsy]

So I can't convince any more locals?

Looks like 35 it is for Saturday (if Chappy and chinaski can confirm) and a nasty 33 for Sunday.

Final group of 5? :lol:

Surely Sat naga has to lead out on his pat Malone :)

[simmsy]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/27/qyzypaby.jpg

[simmsy]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/27/a6e3u8ah.jpg

[Jmac]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/27/a6e3u8ah.jpg

Excited much simmsy?

[simmsy]

About the same as my 6&4 yo boys were on Dec 24.

[WBennett]

Ditto.

[WBennett]

As its first come first served for thursday, I neknominate Hayesy to be in my group.
Anyone else keen to join me?

[PeteyD]

Is it?

[Marto65]

We already have a group Thursday Benno ...

Shadesy, Simmsy, Courty and myself.

[LeftyHoges]

Is it?

Yep, as Thurs is unofficial it's organise your own groups. Ideally, use this and / or Monday as a day to play with someone you haven't played with yet. I'll post groups for Saturday shortly so that you can use this as a guide also.

Edit: seeing as we've never had a game together Benno I'd be happy to join you, so long as Hayseys not sick of me.

[Marto65]

With 22 players at Woodland ... might need 2 groups of 3.

[PeteyD]

Maybe a thread to see who is playing and who has sorted teams would be a good idea?

[WBennett]

Thanks Lefty. You are no3.

[WBennett]

Lucky no 4 is my roomie waddzy. Welcome aboard.

[Waddzy]

Lucky no 4 is my roomie waddzy. Welcome aboard.
Awesome stuff , youll be able to sledge even harder Thursday night after seeing my game first hand, Thursday practice rounds with lefty are always fun.. that rangefinder working lefty?

[LeftyHoges]

Awesome stuff , youll be able to sledge even harder Thursday night after seeing my game first hand, Thursday practice rounds with lefty are always fun.. that rangefinder working lefty?

Funny you should mention that, my free replacement Bushnell Tour V3 just arrived 20 minutes ago.

Thank christ, thought I was gonna have to go through champs with a dodgy rangefinder again.

The other one was between 15 and 30m out on numerous occasions on Saturday.

[Courty]

Shadesy, Simmsy, Courty and myself. Nully Cup III? ;)

[Marto65]

Nully Cup III? ;)

Just working out the logistics now mate ...

Gotta get some other games together.

[LarryLong]

Funny you should mention that, my free replacement Bushnell Tour V3 just arrived 20 minutes ago.

Thank christ, thought I was gonna have to go through champs with a dodgy rangefinder again.

The other one was between 15 and 30m out on numerous occasions on Saturday.

You can't blame your rangefinder when you miss to the right.

I'll play with anybody.

[Marto65]

I'll play with anybody.

I've heard that.

[PeteyD]

Who else is carting at Woodlands?

[LarryLong]

I've heard that.

I'll no doubt be repeating it to myself like a mantra on Friday.

[simmsy]

Lefty. Don't forget to pack the spare shafts and glue.

[BenM]

Who else is carting at Woodlands?

Hadn't planned to, but probably happy to share with you if nobody else is....

[solarman]

I think I had better cart. Happy to share with someone.

[peter_rs]

Flights booked
Car booked
Hotel booked
Baby sister booked

Now to find a golf game, shazza is out to 17 she is right

[Monsta]

Now to find a golf game, shazza is out to 17 she is right

17 ??????? Best change my predictions, Shazza to win everything…..

[Marto65]

17 ??????? Best change my predictions, Shazza to win everything…..

No husband and wife team have ever won back to back champs. Ever.

[PeteyD]

Lefty - have I paid for all golf and all carts?

[LeftyHoges]

Lefty - have I paid for all golf and all carts?

You've paid for all golf and carts on Saturday and Sunday. I haven't arranged any carts for any other days.

[PeteyD]

ok. So carts are pay on the day if you want them. Excellent. If someone can lend me a trolley (3/4 wheel preferred) for woodlands and kew I would appreciate that.

[LeftyHoges]

ok. So carts are pay on the day if you want them. Excellent. If someone can lend me a trolley (3/4 wheel preferred) for woodlands and kew I would appreciate that.

All courses will have hire buggies (just the standard one piece ones) for either $5 or free, depending on how nice they are.

I don't think ride-in carts will be available from Woodlands, RM or Kew.

[PeteyD]

I'd rather carry than use the one piece crapolla carts. Easier I think! Or buy a cart on Thursday and sell it off on Monday!

Is there a GCO between the airport and woodlands that is easy to get to? Or the rovic might fit in the big bag ... :D

[solarman]

Woodlands web site says 6 motorised carts available and pull trolleys are free

[LeftyHoges]

Woodlands web site says 6 motorised carts available and pull trolleys are free

Maybe, but problem is we may be finishing when all staff have left, so I'll have to check with andigold.

[PeteyD]

GCO at huntingdale. Looking on the Google Maps, getting a bit exciting now. Thursday next week ...

[LeftyHoges]

GCO at huntingdale. Looking on the Google Maps, getting a bit exciting now. Thursday next week ...

Yep, one in Fitzroy North too if you need.

But Huntingdale probably better option.

[LarryLong]

ok. So carts are pay on the day if you want them. Excellent. If someone can lend me a trolley (3/4 wheel preferred) for woodlands and kew I would appreciate that.

I'm happy to lend you one of the old-skool 2-wheelers with a seat.

[PeteyD]

As much as I appreciate the offer Larry, again I think it is easier to carry than use a 2 wheeler. Seriously thinking of trying to fit the rovic into the Ogio overbag thing I bought. Do not like my chances though

[LarryLong]

As much as I appreciate the offer Larry, again I think it is easier to carry than use a 2 wheeler. Seriously thinking of trying to fit the rovic into the Ogio overbag thing I bought. Do not like my chances though

Bummer, I was pretty confident that one of the wheels would fall off early on Friday. :)

[LeftyHoges]

Saturday Groupings

1st Tee
12.16 - Haysey
LarryLong
GK (c)
NK (c)

12.24 - Courty(c)
andigold (c)
Chinaski
Shadesy

12.32 - Grumpy (c)
BenM (c)
Gammon
oncewasagolfer

12.40 - Solarman (c)
monsta65 (c)
Bruce
Nudgee

12.48 - LeftyHoges (c)
PeteyD (c)
Spanner039 (c)
wbennett (c)

10th tee

12.16 - Hocko (c)
Hux
Chappy1970

12.24 - Peter_rs (c)
Peppas (c)
Jmac (c)
Billybaub (c)

12.32 - Marto65 (c)
waddzy (c)
simmsy
Titleist

12.40 - Kev (c)
AndyP (c)
Shazza_rs (c)
FoxGolf (c)

[Bruce]

As much as I appreciate the offer Larry, again I think it is easier to carry than use a 2 wheeler. Seriously thinking of trying to fit the rovic into the Ogio overbag thing I bought. Do not like my chances though

I had the offer up - jmac beat you to the punch.

I'm looking forward to a walk with the Spaniard.

[PeteyD]

Indeedy you did!

[Ned]

So two greased out grease monkeys in the first group on Saturday with Lanky Long Legs and the Marathon Man.

BenM, you drink Scotch?

[WBennett]

Solarman and Monsta two days in a row. Who gets to be Mummy and who gets to be Daddy each day?

[Courty]

Solarman and Monsta two days in a row. Who gets to be Mummy and who gets to be Daddy each day?

That may well depend on the outcome of Fridays match. ;)

[LeftyHoges]

Solarman and Monsta two days in a row. Who gets to be Mummy and who gets to be Daddy each day?

Shit. Didn't notice that actually. Forgot about the Friday games.

May change that.

[BenM]

So two greased out grease monkeys in the first group on Saturday with Lanky Long Legs and the Marathon Man.

BenM, you drink Scotch?

Nah, not really. More of a bourbon and coke guy if I want something stronger than beer.

[Hux]

Hmmm 12

Even sweeter....Shadesy is giving me at least 1 shot at RM - I think 141 will give me min 14 at Dunes :-)

[WBennett]

Spanner

Have you played the Dunes before?

[Monsta]

Solarman and Monsta two days in a row. Who gets to be Mummy and who gets to be Daddy each day?

Jeez Lefty, what did I do to deserve this??????? I thought we were friends :lol:

As for you Spud, I would keep my eye out for your Clicgear on the side of the road somewhere between Albury and Melbourne if I was you……..

[LeftyHoges]

Full monies paid to Portsea and Kew Golf Clubs.

Really becoming official now!

Just FYI, anyone confused about the entrance to Portsea Golf Club, it's now off London Bridge Rd.

[PeteyD]

1 week to go.

[Shadesy]

1 week to go..

I have been excited just to get to one week! Longest week ever.

2am wake up next Thursday!

[PeteyD]

1 week to go. Is the Portsea clubhouse at the other side not in use anymore?

[Monsta]

Two days of work to go, then 2 weeks holiday :D

This time next week I will be in Melbourne relaxing and preparing for the 5 days of golf…..

[PeteyD]

BillyBaub is loaning me a trolley for Woodlands. Good man!

After being overly excited about RM, and Woodlands to a lesser extent, I have finally looked at Portsea and the Dunes websites and Google Earth. Holy crap! Mega excited now.

[LeftyHoges]

BillyBaub is loaning me a trolley for Woodlands. Good man!

After being overly excited about RM, and Woodlands to a lesser extent, I have finally looked at Portsea and the Dunes websites and Google Earth. Holy crap! Mega excited now.

Don't discount Woodlands. Most underrated course on the 'belt IMO.

And Kew is a beautiful scenic course, should be in the Top 100 in Aus for me too.

[simmsy]

Yeah I'm feeling very ho-hum about playing a top20 course too Petey.

[Bruce]

Apart from the new 15th - The Dunes is pretty damn good.

[AndyP]

I haven't thought about it much yet.

[PeteyD]

Not HoHum about any of them, just been very excited about playing RM and Woodlands (just not as much as RM), without really looking at the others yet.

[LeftyHoges]

I haven't thought about it much yet.

Me either. Was I supposed to be doing something for it?

[WBennett]

Not HoHum about any of them, just been very excited about playing RM and Woodlands (just not as much as RM), without really looking at the others yet.

The Dunes was the first Top 10 (as it was at the time) course I ever played. I can't wait to see it again.
I joined the Portsea FB group too, and its a ball tearer of a track!

[LeftyHoges]

Can the following people please post their Golflink number in the thread (or if you're private about it please PM to Simmsy):

andigold
Billybaub
Chappy1970
Chinaski
FoxGolf
Gammon
GK
Grumpy
Haysey
Hux
Jmac
Kev
NK
nudgee
oncewasagolfer
Peppas
Peter_rs
Shazza_rs
Solarman
Spanner039

We will take your GA Index as of Tuesday 4th Feb and that will be used to determine your cap for the whole event.

[AndyP]

We will take your GA Index as of Tuesday 4th Feb and that will be used to determine your cap for the whole event.
Woodland isn't a comp round, is it?

[simmsy]

If u r playing Wednesday, JMac? Were u?
Then let us know but yeah send through all gl#'s to me please.

[LeftyHoges]

Woodland isn't a comp round, is it?

99% sure no.

[oncewasagolfer]

3041200579

[oncewasagolfer]

Were there any spots left for Thursday or Monday?

[LeftyHoges]

Were there any spots left for Thursday or Monday?

Certainly are mate.

[oncewasagolfer]

OK I need to come up with some cash first. Anyone want to buy some wedges?:)

[LeftyHoges]

OK I need to come up with some cash first. Anyone want to buy some wedges?:)

You heard him guys, help a brother out.

I would but they're no good for me.

[Marto65]

Do they come with Sour Cream and Chilli Sauce?

[simmsy]

RH??

Think outside the sq lefty.
U know you're going to snap a wedge at some point between thur-sun.
Have these in your bag as "sacrificial wedges" if u like.

[LeftyHoges]

RH??

Think outside the sq lefty.
U know you're going to snap a wedge at some point between thur-sun.
Have these in your bag as "sacrificial wedges" if u like.

They won't need heads on them then, will they? I've got plenty of spare sacrificial shafts at home I can do that with! :lol:

[G.K]

G.K's golflink - 6911401334

Hmmm....... after just having a quick look, I have a score from last Saturday which hasn't been entered for some reason. It was -6 in a par comp so it won't make the cap any better but could contribute to me getting a much needed extra shot depending on what I shoot this weekend.

[oncewasagolfer]

Do they come with Sour Cream and Chilli Sauce?

That can be arranged:)

[Peppas]

My GL - 2121702415

[Marto65]

That can be arranged:)

Sorry ... I hate it when I chilli dip wedges.

[G.K]

Guys ....

Can everyone please check their GAME BOOK accounts/software and make sure that the correct handicap is logged in please.

At this stage, I will have to set up temporary files for ...

FoxGolf
GK
JMac
Kev
Nudgee and
Solarman.

If you are in the above list and you have gamebook, please let me know ...

Marto.

It's only taken me a few weeks but I now have a Gamebook account set up!

[Jmac]

If u r playing Wednesday, JMac? Were u?Then let us know but yeah send through all gl#'s to me please. Playing Tuesday but not a comp round just social

[Jmac]

My GL - 6011106143

[simmsy]

Please see new thread in Vic Champs room.

I would prefer everyone PM me as per thread I've just started.

[Jmac]

Oh Marto I just set up an account on Gamebook before seeing this post of urs. I made it under JMacOZ because JMac was already taken :) now I know why.

[Marto65]

Oh Marto I just set up an account on Gamebook before seeing this post of urs. I made it under JMacOZ because JMac was already taken :) now I know why.

Just sent though a friend request

[kev]

Guys ....

Can everyone please check their GAME BOOK accounts/software and make sure that the correct handicap is logged in please.

At this stage, I will have to set up temporary files for ...

FoxGolf
GK
JMac
Kev
Nudgee and
Solarman.

If you are in the above list and you have gamebook, please let me know ...

Marto.

Not on Gamebook. Should I get it? Do I need it?

[AndyP]

Not on Gamebook. Should I get it? Do I need it?You do not need it unless you will be entering scores.

[LeftyHoges]

Small change to the Saturday groupings, NK and Grumpy have been swapped.

[Captain Nemo]

Anyone in Melbourne see Peroni on special around $40 can you grab me 2 cases please......

[kev]

You do not need it unless you will be entering scores.

Ah ha. Not needed then :) Thanks :)

[hocko]

Now listen up people.
I am coming to Melbourne on "official business"
Please do not, I repeat, do not post anything on fbook.
My life depends on people adhering to my request.
Thank you all in advance.

[Monsta]

Now listen up people.
I am coming to Melbourne on "official business"
Please do not, I repeat, do not post anything on fbook.
My life depends on people adhering to my request.
Thank you all in advance.

So no pics outside the Casino at 03:00am eh Hocko???????

[Captain Nemo]

I don't do Facebook so no probs with me!
;)

[hocko]

I am friends with a few OZgolfers on fbook. I may unfriendly them for a week.

[WBennett]

Hocko

Change all privacy settings so any accidental tags have to be approved by you before they get in a timeline. Do any of your work colleagues share a friendship with Ozgolf travellers? If not you should be ok.

[WBennett]

Defriending may also be sensible. Make sure you remove shorn (just because you can)

[PeteyD]

As if chorn has any friends.

[WBennett]

Tip for rookies.
The spa at the hotel is a godsend for sore and sorry bodies on the Sunday night. Bring your boardies!

[AndyP]

And disinfectant.

[Shadesy]

Defriending may also be sensible. Make sure you remove shorn (just because you can)

If You aren't sure how.. Ask Jarro

[WBennett]

And disinfectant. Poppa wont be rubbing one out this year

[oncewasagolfer]

Spas and fat people not good. Just saying.

[BenM]

I was going to bring my boardies til you said that.

Screw it - they're coming anyway. Spas are good for blisters, right? :)

[oncewasagolfer]

I used to work at an indoor pool and one of my jobs was to scrub the ring of fat from the spa. Disgusting.

[oncewasagolfer]

Was there an alternate course for Friday organized for those not playing RM?

[LeftyHoges]

Was there an alternate course for Friday organized for those not playing RM?

Not as yet, but I'm sure we could get one. Can you get a letter of introduction from your club?

[oncewasagolfer]

Not as yet, but I'm sure we could get one. Can you get a letter of introduction from your club?

Where do I need that for?

[LeftyHoges]

Where do I need that for?

Anywhere decent.

[G.K]

I used to work at an indoor pool and one of my jobs was to scrub the ring of fat from the spa. Disgusting.

Mmmmm..........fat ring
28457

[oncewasagolfer]

I mustn't have played anywhere decent before:)

[oncewasagolfer]

When I'm on my 6th or 7th pot tomorrow night I'll asked the president if he can write me a letter of introduction.

[LeftyHoges]

When I'm on my 6th or 7th pot tomorrow night I'll asked the president if he can write me a letter of introduction.

Sounds good mate. It opens a lot more doors.

I'll shoot you a PM.

[Shadesy]

I'm not bringing boardies.. ;/)

[oncewasagolfer]

Budgie smugglers?

[Shadesy]

Budgie smugglers?

I would never wear them...

[simmsy]

U would go bare though