• Drinking - etiquette - Golf - Tournaments

    Fairways, Freeways, and Midlife Highways: The Epic RV Golf Trip from Denver to Scottsdale

    January 19, 2024 - By 

    Title: “Swinging in Style: A Lavish Golf Road Trip from Denver to Scottsdale” Gather round, gentlemen of refined taste (and wallets to match). It’s time to embark on a golfing odyssey like no other – a luxury RV trip from Denver to the star-studded greens of Scottsdale. Imagine this: four friends, a state-of-the-art RV (that practically drives itself), and a journey filled with top-notch golf, gourmet dining, and high-end shenanigans. Buckle up for a satirical spin through this upscale escapade. Day 1: Denver’s Deluxe Departure Your journey kicks off in the lap of luxury. Forget fumbling with RV controls; your…

  • Drivers - Golf - Irons - Shopping

    Fairways and Dreams: The 2024 (buy 2023) Driver Guide for the Rest of Us

    January 17, 2024 - By 

    Greetings, fellow golf enthusiasts and occasional fairway wanderers! As the 2024 drivers roll out with the pomp and circumstance of a royal wedding, let’s not forget about the real heroes of the golf world – the 2023 models, now ripe for the picking. This guide is dedicated to the average golfer, the brave soul battling it out with a handicap that’s more stubborn than a mule. You know who you are – the 15s who think a bit more, and the 25s who, well, think a bit. Did you know that the average golfer has a 4% chance of a…

  • etiquette - Golf - Partners

    Fairway Follies: Navigating the Green with Eccentric Golf Companions

    January 6, 2024 - By 

    Golf: a game of tranquility, skill, and occasionally, a test of your social tolerance. You may find yourself playing with a cast that could rival a quirky sitcom. But before we tee off into their world, let’s pause for a quick mirror check – because self-awareness is the first rule in the unofficial golfer’s handbook. The Cast of the Green: A Quick Rundown Mirror, Mirror on the Fairway Embracing the Madness (and a Bit of Self-Reflection): Conclusion: The Joyful Golfer’s Journey In golf, as in life, it’s about the journey – quirky companions included. Embrace the diversity, enjoy the game,…

  • Drinking - Golf - Uncategorized

    A weather guide to libations. It’s not all about a beer

    January 2, 2024 - By 

    1. The 'Frosty Flurry' Hot Chocolate When it's so cold out that you suspect the golf balls might shatter on impact, the Hot Chocolate is king. It's the perfect companion for those days when you're questioning your life choices and sanity for golfing in near-Arctic conditions. Keep your spirits and body temperature up - who knows, it might even thaw out your frozen swing. 2. The 'Sideways Rain' Stout Picture this: it's raining sideways, your umbrella has surrendered, and you can't tell if the water hazard is the pond or the fairway. Enter the Stout - dark, strong, and as…

  • Golf - Irons - Shopping

    Wedges of the Galaxy: A Cinematic Guide to Knowing When It’s Time for New Clubs

    January 18, 2024 - By 

    Title: “Wedges of the Galaxy: A Cinematic Guide to Knowing When It’s Time for New Clubs” In a golf bag far, far away, there lies a tale of wedges, wear, and woe. It’s a story that crosses galaxies, high schools, and even the occasional dojo. So, grab your popcorn, and let’s journey through a galaxy of cinematic references to determine when it’s time to give your wedges the blockbuster upgrade they deserve. 1. The Groove Menace: A Star Wars Saga Imagine your wedge’s grooves are like the Force – powerful when deep and defined, useless when faded. If your grooves…

  • etiquette - Golf - Shopping

    From Virtual Birdies to Real Bogeys: The Golfer’s Guide to Transitioning from Simulator to Green

    January 18, 2024 - By 

    Welcome to the realm where the grass is always greener, even when it’s a high-resolution digital image. As the snow melts and the golf courses emerge from hibernation, it’s time for us simulator warriors to brave the actual outdoors. Here’s your semi-serious guide to taking your pixel-perfect game into the wild, unpredictable world of real-life golf. 1. Embrace the Elements First things first, let’s address the big, blue, open thing above you – it’s called the sky, and it’s not a glitch in the matrix. Unlike your climate-controlled simulator haven, the real world has this fun thing called weather. Wind,…

  • Golf - Irons - Shopping

    Save on Irons, Splurge on the Driver: The High Handicapper’s Hilarious Guide to Golfing Gear

    January 5, 2024 - By 

    Welcome, fellow golf enthusiasts and aspiring fashionistas of the fairway! Today’s mantra is simple: mix and match your golf clubs like a Louis Vuitton handbag with Tiffany earrings and a custom-made outfit. It’s about creating a golf bag ensemble that screams ‘eclectic chic’ and ‘I know what I’m doing (sort of).’ 1. Irons: The Practical yet Stylish Staples Think of your irons like the classic little black dress – essential, functional, and doesn’t need to break the bank. There’s no shame in hunting for bargains here. We’re talking last season’s models, pre-loved sets – clubs that have seen a thing…

  • Golf - Irons - Shopping

    “Why Splurge on the Latest? The Savvy Golfer’s Guide to Value Irons”

    January 4, 2024 - By 

    Welcome, frugal fairway fanatics and penny-wise putters! Today, we’re tackling a question as old as the game itself: Why break the bank on this year’s irons when there’s a treasure trove of value lurking in last season’s models and the pre-loved market? Let’s tee off on this journey of fiscal wisdom and golfing pragmatism. 1. The Allure of Last Year’s Models: Like New, But Smarter Imagine walking into a car dealership and finding last year’s model at a hefty discount. That’s the world of golf clubs in a nutshell. Last year’s irons often have the same technology and design philosophy…

  • etiquette - Golf - Rules

    Stakes on a Plane: The Comically Serious Guide to Red, Yellow, and White Markers in Golf

    January 3, 2024 - By 

    Ah, the colorful world of golf stakes! These aren’t your backyard BBQ skewers; they’re the beacons of hope (and sometimes despair) on the golf course. Let’s embark on a whimsical journey through the land of red, yellow, and white stakes, and perhaps learn how to turn these colorful sticks into strategic allies. 1. Red Stakes: The Sirens of the Water Hazard First up, red stakes, the telltale signs of a lateral water hazard. Picture this: you’ve just hit a beautiful shot, and it’s sailing gracefully through the air… right into a pond. Those red stakes are laughing at you now.…

  • etiquette - Golf - Partners

    Fairways and Pageantry: Keeping Your Eyes on the Ball with a Beauty Queen in Your Foursome

    January 2, 2024 - By 

    Picture this: you've geared up for a regular day at the links, ready to conquer the fairways. But lo and behold, today's golfing escapade throws you a curveball – one of your foursome is a reigning beauty queen! Now, as much as this scenario sounds like the plot of a quirky golf comedy, it's a perfect opportunity to talk about focus... and keeping your eyes on the ball.