Showing posts with label Golf. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Golf. Show all posts

Golfing in Canada

If any of you ever get the chance to go golfing in Canada, be sure to check out the Furry Creek golf course located 40 minutes north of North Vancouver. Me and Jon played on the course twice in two days due to the stunning view of the pacific ocean, mountains, and the Furry Creek of course! This is probably the 2nd most beautiful course I’ve played one (1st one goes to the golf course in Cebu, Philippines) and it’s also one of the hardest I’ve ever played on.

My only quirk is that the greens were not in as good of a shape as most courses I’ve played at. And for the the price of $59 (special rate via their website) which included green fees and cart, I was hoping for a better green. But overall the pace was excellent; 1st round – 4 hrs, 2nd round – 3.5hrs, and it’s definitely worth going back again.

Tis the Golf Season

So the golf season has started and I'm back in the swing of things, my gear hasn't changed much from last season except that I've added on some new goodies:

Equipment
Taylormade Burner Tour TP - Stiff Shaft
Taylormade R7 Draw SW-3 Iron - Regular Shaft
Taylormade Rossa Putter
Ben Hogan 3 Wood - Stiff Shaft
Wilson 7 Wood - Regular Shaft
Golden Bear #3 Hybrid - Regular Shaft
Wilson Lob Wedge - Regular Shaft

Accessories
iGolf Neo GPS Range Finder
OGIO Carry Bag
Clicgear Pushcart

From my past couple games this season I've hit around 92-100 for the round. I'm personally aiming to be 85-90s by the end of the season. :) I'm also in the process of purchasing a used set of Nike CCi Irons along with a #3 Hybrid, will post updates if that even helps my game as it's less of a game improvement club compared to the r7 Draws.

Wish me luck!

A new record

I had to post this for the record.... ;)

During the 2nd round of the Tin's Championship, I finally hit below 90's! A few months ago I hit a 90 (+20) on a 70 par course at Jefferson, and this past Sunday I scored a 86 (+15) on a par 71 course at Bellevue Municipal. Needless to say, even in the rain soaked golf day of December 7th, I had one hell of a big ass smile on my face.

Updated gear list for 2008:
Ogio Golf Bag - $149.99
Clicgear Cart 2.0 - $199.99
iGolf Neo GPS Range Finder - $149.99
Taylormade Tour Burner TP Driver - $399.99
Taylormade R7 Draw Irons 4-SW - $399.99
Ben Hogan C445 Fairway Wood #4 - $49.99
Dunlop Fairway Wood #7 - $49.99
Golden Bear 3 Hybrid - $29.99
Dunlop Lob Wedge - $29.99
Golden Bear (Blue Magic) Putter - $29.99

My Golf Spree

Since I hit my all time low last week I've been doing pretty crazy in golf, here's my latest scores.

7/16 - 90 @ Jefferson Park, 5 Pars
7/20 - 97 @ Bellevue Municipal, 6 Pars

This is making me happy! Jon did really well too on Sunday (7/20), he hit a 102 which is ALOT lower than his normal score. Cheers!

Current Best Golf Score

I'm just happy to say that I finally broke my 100+ score to a nice 94 (+22) on Sunday at the West Seattle Golf course. I sank in a 50ft+ putt from the fringe and Jon said it was pure luck. Then I sank a 30ft+ putt again on the next hole followed by another. Hence my putter was given the name "Blue Magic" during this game.

West Seattle Golf Course Information:
http://seattlegolf.com/west_course.php
Review: A very difficult course with a lot of hills on the back 9. Fun and pretty easy to get to since it's right off the West Seattle Bridge. I hope to play there again this season.

It has been my best golf game in years and I hope to beat that score again sometime this year. Wish me luck!

Current Gear for 2008:
Ogio Golf Bag - Thanks Ann!
Sports Authority Golf Cart - Thanks Dad!
Taylormade R7 Draw Irons 4-SW
Taylormade R7 Driver
Golden Bear 3 Hybrid
Golden Bear (Blue Magic) Putter
Dunlop 7 Fairway Wood
Dunlop Lob Wedge

From HDTV to Golf... AGAIN!

For some reason when I converse with my brother, we always end up going back to golfing. This was our latest coversation....

Chris: Hey Jon, I'm buying it $XXX including an antenna. Yes it has a tuner... :)

Jon: You're like way to anxious to buy an HDTV >_>

Chris: I want one, I want one, I want one! =P

Jon: I say wait at least till the football season starts :P

Chris: Hehehehe too late.... Football starts in a month.

Jon: I know when I'm in a losing argument.

Chris: We were arguing?

Jon: No... >_> I didn't say that. :P That was supposed to be a joke. :D :D I don't mind having an HDTV to be honest. Its just the price tag is insane.

Chris: Jonnny! You pay for it, you make x 1.5 my salary... heheh

Jon: Why would I want to spend that much on an HDTV when I can invest in HD Golf Clubs?? I'm seriously considering investing in the Callaways X-20s... >_> We'll see, let me think about it clearly. :P

Chris: High Definition Golf Clubs.... Where you can see clearly how badly you hit the ball... har har

Jon: Or... High Definition Golf Clubs... Where you can see clearly how well it goes up your opponents butt for making fun of the purchaser. Har de har har back :P Yours made me chuckle though ;P

Chris: If you do get the HD golf clubs, be sure to get a compatible HD ball so you can find your OB shots.

Jon: I.... can't...make....a....witty....comeback....

Chris: Well make sure your cables are plugged in securely then email me back.

Jon: Uh.. I don't need an HD Ball to locate where my OB shot is. I just need to locate yours, and mine will be 50 ft closer to the green from it. *ZING*

Chris: That's why you need an HD Ball, if you look closely and in higher definition, what you though was yours is actually mine. You should always check your ball bud... or pick up some HD balls at your local bestbuy.

Jon: Maybe you need to pick up some HD Balls of your own.. and a set of binoculars, weed-whackers, machetes, safari hunting hats, a weeks ration and a speed dial to your local search and rescue, so you can actually find your shot. .... and don't forget your tent and sleeping bag.

Chris: If I do manage to lose a ball, I'll just have you and your miss swings trim the lawn for me. ;)

Jon: May not be enough lawn left after you canyon-making practice swings....

Chris: I know, I cna't control my immense strength...

Jon: LOL

Jon: When I caddie for you. I'll ask you... "This is a good seven-shovel shot, but if you loosen up, I bet you can tunnel your way to the green with a six-shovel."

Chris: Lol.... har har.... you ended up as my caddie! =P

Jon: Touche ;p

The Ultimate Golf Swing

Is not this picture below:
Click on the image to see the full size...
I love how my hair and shirt rides up after I hit the ball... such power! =P Yes yes, I know my upswing goes way to far back and I'm working on adjusting it.

The golf trio, the brother's Jon and Chris, and the gangsta girl Ann!!
Tomorrow I will post Ann's lovely graduation pictures... so stay tuned!