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Off Course is back this week with a fantastic show and this is episode 318. Hosted by Dan Edwards, each Friday we give you a deep look into the world of golf and equipment in a way unlike any other podcast has done before. Today, Eric Stubben, Head of R&D for Odyssey Golf, joins the show to discuss the brand new phenomenon called TRTL. It wouldn’t be Off Course without some tangents, but Dan and Eric dive into many topics including the insane life of the TRTL before embargo date and putting the fun in functional. This show has a lot going on and is one you will not want to miss as Eric Stubben from Odyssey goes Off Course. Episode 318 is here and Dan and Eric Stubben discuss the following topics and a whole lot more. TRTL’s life before embargoPutting the fun in functionalPerformance benefits of perimeter weightingCareful decision making around an Odyssey insertNeck and alignment optionsAsking the collab question everyone wants to knowAnd so much more You can listen to the show right here, Apple Podcasts or anywhere you do your listening and downloading from, including Spotify and more. Search for the Hackers Paradise and make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. After listening, come back over here and drop us a note below on what you agree and/or disagree with from the episode you just heard. If you get a chance, drop us a review wherever you listen from and let others know what you think of the show and/or channel. Off course is now available in video form as well. Tune into the THPGolf YouTube Channel, jump into the latest episode’s video and watch the interaction between Dan and his guests each week rather than just listen. THPGolf · Off Course – Odyssey TRTL with Eric Stubben Go to discussion... document.write("Loading Custom Ratings..."); The post Off Course – Odyssey TRTL with Eric Stubben appeared first on The Hackers Paradise.

Golf and beer. For many golfers, the two go hand in hand. Whether it’s a few cold ones during a weekend round, a charity scramble or an afternoon with friends, drinking has become a familiar part of golf culture. But does drinking actually belong on the golf course? That’s the question Ryan and Jeremy are tackling in Episode 16 of the Splitting Fairways Podcast, and as usual, there are some differing opinions. Is Golf a Sport or a Social Experience? For some golfers, the goal is simple. Play well, shoot a good score and enjoy the challenge that makes golf so frustrating and rewarding at the same time. Adding alcohol to a game that already requires coordination, concentration and touch doesn’t necessarily make much sense. For others, golf is about more than the scorecard. It’s four hours outside with friends, enjoying the company, the conversation and maybe a few beverages along the way. Neither approach is necessarily wrong, but where do you draw the line? There’s also the question of whether drinking actually helps your game. We’ve all heard someone claim they play better after a beer or two, but is that really the case, or do they simply care less about the results? Does the Type of Round Matter? Is having a beer during a competitive round different from enjoying a few during a charity scramble? What about a golf trip with friends versus an early morning tee time? And perhaps the biggest question of all: At what point does your good time start affecting everyone else’s experience on the course? In this episode, Ryan and Jeremy debate the role alcohol plays in recreational golf, whether it belongs in competitive rounds and why the answer might depend entirely on the situation. So, where do you stand? Is drinking part of the golf experience, or would you rather save the beers for the 19th hole? Go to discussion... document.write("Loading Custom Ratings..."); The post Does Drinking Belong on the Golf Course? | Splitting Fairways Episode 16 appeared first on The Hackers Paradise.

Off Course is back this week with a fantastic show and this is episode 317. Hosted by Dan Edwards, each Friday we give you a deep look into the world of golf and equipment in a way unlike any other podcast has done before. Today, Nick Sherburne, Founder of Club Champion, joins the show to discuss a renewed focus on educating the golfer. It wouldn’t be Off Course without some tangents, but Dan and Nick dive into many topics including what equipment Nick is currently excited about and the straight back straight through perspective from Club Champion. This show has a lot going on and is one you will not want to miss as Nick Sherburne from Club Champion goes Off Course. Episode 317 is here and Dan and Nick Sherburne discuss the following topics and a whole lot more. A renewed focus on educating the golferWhat’s currently in Nick’s bag and what is he excited aboutThe straight back straight through perspective from Club ChampionTour’s impact on putter selectionThe believability component of ball fittingDebating the reality of shaft variety golfer to golferAnd so much more You can listen to the show right here, Apple Podcasts or anywhere you do your listening and downloading from, including Spotify and more. Search for the Hackers Paradise and make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. After listening, come back over here and drop us a note below on what you agree and/or disagree with from the episode you just heard. If you get a chance, drop us a review wherever you listen from and let others know what you think of the show and/or channel. Off course is now available in video form as well. Tune into the THPGolf YouTube Channel, jump into the latest episode’s video and watch the interaction between Dan and his guests each week rather than just listen. THPGolf · Off Course – Club Champion Founder Nick Sherburne Go to discussion... document.write("Loading Custom Ratings..."); The post Off Course – Club Champion Founder Nick Sherburne appeared first on The Hackers Paradise.

We’ve all played with that golfer. The one who takes three perfect practice swings before chunking the ball 20 yards. Or the guy who has $2,500 worth of equipment in his bag but refuses to spend a dime on lessons. Maybe it’s the golfer who needs an exact yardage from 40 yards out, only to leave the shot 15 yards short. But here’s the question. Does any of that actually make someone a hack? In Episode 15 of Splitting Fairways, Ryan “Hawk” and Jeremy “Lord Tox” tackle a subject that might hit a little too close to home for some golfers: Signs You’re a Hack Golfer. Being a hack isn’t necessarily about your handicap or how well you play. It’s about the habits, accessories, excuses and questionable decisions that make other golfers shake their heads. And nobody is safe, including us! What Makes Someone a Hack Golfer? The best part about this discussion is that there really isn’t a right answer. You can be a scratch golfer and still be a hack. You can shoot 95 and be the best playing partner in the group. So, what gives someone away as a hack before they even take a swing? Watch the latest episode of Splitting Fairways and then tell us which habits deserve the label and which ones are completely innocent. Just remember, before you start pointing fingers, there’s a pretty good chance you’re guilty of at least one yourself. Go to discussion... document.write("Loading Custom Ratings..."); The post Signs You’re a Hack Golfer – Splitting Fairways Episode 15 appeared first on The Hackers Paradise.

Off Course is back this week with a fantastic show and this is episode 316. Hosted by Dan Edwards, each Friday we give you a deep look into the world of golf and equipment in a way unlike any other podcast has done before. Today, Gavin Dear from Shot Scope joins the show to discuss the leveraging golfer data to help improve. It wouldn’t be Off Course without some tangents, but Dan and Gavin dive into many topics including understanding the difference between off course and on course data and the enormous benefit of a sub $200 launch monitor in the LM. This show has a lot going on and is one you will not want to miss as Gavin Dear from Shot Scope goes Off Course. Episode 316 is here and Dan and Gavin Dear discuss the following topics and a whole lot more. Leveraging golfer data to help them improveUnderstanding the difference between off course and on course dataGrowth of H50 and some of the key benefitsThe enormous benefit of a sub 200 dollar launch monitor – the LM1Using LM1 for things like the ladder drill, controlling distances, etcAnd so much more You can listen to the show right here, Apple Podcasts or anywhere you do your listening and downloading from, including Spotify and more. Search for the Hackers Paradise and make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. After listening, come back over here and drop us a note below on what you agree and/or disagree with from the episode you just heard. If you get a chance, drop us a review wherever you listen from and let others know what you think of the show and/or channel. Off course is now available in video form as well. Tune into the THPGolf YouTube Channel, jump into the latest episode’s video and watch the interaction between Dan and his guests each week rather than just listen. THPGolf · Off Course – Gavin Dear from Shot Scope Go to discussion... document.write("Loading Custom Ratings..."); The post Off Course – Gavin Dear from Shot Scope appeared first on The Hackers Paradise.

Off Course is back this week with a fantastic show and this is episode 315. Hosted by Dan Edwards, each Friday we give you a deep look into the world of golf and equipment in a way unlike any other podcast has done before. Today, Greg Sabella from Evnroll joins the show to discuss the new Evnroll lineup and how a putter switch can change everything. It wouldn’t be Off Course without some tangents, but Dan and Greg dive into many topics including his face technology in Evnroll putters and what is EZPZ and Reverse Torque. This show has a lot going on and is one you will not want to miss as Greg Sabella from Evnroll goes Off Course. Episode 315 is here and Dan and Greg Sabella discuss the following topics and a whole lot more. The strength in Evnroll’s face groove technologyDistance control vs directional controlThe many hats that ER2 can wearWhat is EZPZ and reverse torqueCan golfers be fit into Evnroll by video or existing dataWhat putters can look forward toAnd so much more You can listen to the show right here, Apple Podcasts or anywhere you do your listening and downloading from, including Spotify and more. Search for the Hackers Paradise and make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. After listening, come back over here and drop us a note below on what you agree and/or disagree with from the episode you just heard. If you get a chance, drop us a review wherever you listen from and let others know what you think of the show and/or channel. Off course is now available in video form as well. Tune into the THPGolf YouTube Channel, jump into the latest episode’s video and watch the interaction between Dan and his guests each week rather than just listen. THPGolf · Off Course – Greg Sabella from Evnroll Putters Go to discussion... document.write("Loading Custom Ratings..."); The post Off Course – Greg Sabella from Evnroll Putters appeared first on The Hackers Paradise.

Golfers can be a stubborn bunch, especially when it comes to equipment. We all have preferences, whether it’s a certain shaft flex, clubhead shape, or even the weight of our golf clubs. But what happens when those preferences actually get in the way of better performance? That’s the question we’re tackling in Episode 14 of Splitting Fairways. For years, lightweight golf clubs have carried a certain stigma. Mention a 40-gram driver shaft or a 60-gram graphite iron shaft, and plenty of golfers immediately think of equipment designed for seniors or players with slower swing speeds. But is that perception keeping golfers from finding something that could actually improve their games? Lightweight Golf Clubs vs. Heavier Shafts This week’s discussion comes from two very different perspectives. Ryan recently spent time testing the XXIO 14+ lineup, including irons featuring incredibly lightweight 59-gram shafts. The results were surprising, producing some of his fastest iron speeds in the past year without the loss of head awareness you might expect. Of course, there’s another side to the conversation. Jeremy generates considerably more swing speed and approaches equipment weight differently. While he prefers iron shafts in the 100–110-gram range, going too light can create issues with timing, tempo, and overall control. So where is the sweet spot? Is Your Ego Getting in the Way of Better Golf? That’s where things get interesting. Are golfers choosing heavier shafts because they genuinely perform better, or because playing something lighter feels like admitting they need help? The goal isn’t to play lighter golf clubs. It’s to play the right ones. Tune in to Episode 14 of Splitting Fairways and let us know: Are your golf clubs too heavy? Go to discussion... document.write("Loading Custom Ratings..."); The post Are Your Golf Clubs Too Heavy? – Splitting Fairways Episode 14 appeared first on The Hackers Paradise.

Off Course is back this week with a fantastic show and this is episode 314. Hosted by Dan Edwards, each Friday we give you a deep look into the world of golf and equipment in a way unlike any other podcast has done before. Today, Patrick Ripp from Srixon joins the show to discuss the new Srixon ZXi RKT metal woods that just came out and what is new. It wouldn’t be Off Course without some tangents, but Dan and Ripper dive into many topics including his role at Srixon and utilizing tour and player feedback to fine tune what matters. This show has a lot going on and is one you will not want to miss as Patrick Ripp from Srixon goes Off Course. Episode 312 is here and Dan and Patrick Ripp discuss the following topics and a whole lot more. Sound as a primary focus of driver design and outcomeUtilizing Tour and player feedback to fine tune what mattersBringing rebound, i-Flex, and advanced material togetherWhy does presentation at address matter so much, especially with driverCarrying over technologies into fairway woodsAnd so much more You can listen to the show right here, Apple Podcasts or anywhere you do your listening and downloading from, including Spotify and more. Search for the Hackers Paradise and make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. After listening, come back over here and drop us a note below on what you agree and/or disagree with from the episode you just heard. If you get a chance, drop us a review wherever you listen from and let others know what you think of the show and/or channel. Off course is now available in video form as well. Tune into the THPGolf YouTube Channel, jump into the latest episode’s video and watch the interaction between Dan and his guests each week rather than just listen. THPGolf · Off Course – Srixon RKT is Here Go to discussion... document.write("Loading Custom Ratings..."); The post Off Course – Srixon RKT is Here appeared first on The Hackers Paradise.

Bluetooth speakers have become almost as common on the golf course as rangefinders and GPS units. For some golfers, music is simply part of the experience. For others, one of the best parts about playing golf is getting outside and enjoying a few hours without all the extra noise. So, who is right? On this episode of Splitting Fairways, Ryan and I debate whether music actually belongs on the golf course. I’m taking the pro-music side, while Ryan would prefer golfers leave the speaker at home. Well…sort of. Because like most things we discuss, it isn’t quite that simple. When Does Your Music Become Everyone Else’s Music? There is a big difference between playing music quietly enough for your cart or foursome to enjoy and making sure the group three fairways over knows exactly what is on your playlist. And maybe that is where the real debate begins. Does the type of round matter? Music during a Saturday afternoon round with your buddies might feel completely normal, but what about a peaceful 7:00 AM tee time? Like many of golf’s unwritten rules, which we discussed in an earlier episode, there may not be one answer that works for every round or every golfer. Then we get to perhaps the most important question: Who gets veto power? If three golfers want music and one wants silence, should the majority win? Or, as Ryan argues, should silence be the default because nobody else should be forced to listen to your music? Of course, we also have to address one of golf’s greatest crimes: two carts playing two completely different playlists. Music on the golf course isn’t going anywhere, but that doesn’t mean anything goes. Where should golfers draw the line? Check out our latest episode of Splitting Fairways and let us know: Are you Team Music or Team Silence? Go to discussion... document.write("Loading Custom Ratings..."); The post Does Music Belong on the Golf Course? appeared first on The Hackers Paradise.

Off Course is back this week with a fantastic show and this is episode 313. Hosted by Dan Edwards, each Friday we give you a deep look into the world of golf and equipment in a way unlike any other podcast has done before. Today, Zack Oakley joins the show to discuss his new role at Sun Mountain and a look into what is coming in the future. It wouldn’t be Off Course without some tangents, but Dan and Zack dive into many topics including Zack’s role at Sun Mountain and breaking down the many bag options for golfers. This show has a lot going on and is one you will not want to miss as Zack from Sun Mountain goes Off Course. Episode 312 is here and Dan and Zack Oakley discuss the following topics and a whole lot more. Golf’s State of MindNew Role at Sun Mountain for Zack OakleyBreaking Down the Many Bag Options for GolfersA Look into the Future Including a New Release The ClubGliderAnd so much more You can listen to the show right here, Apple Podcasts or anywhere you do your listening and downloading from, including Spotify and more. Search for the Hackers Paradise and make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. After listening, come back over here and drop us a note below on what you agree and/or disagree with from the episode you just heard. If you get a chance, drop us a review wherever you listen from and let others know what you think of the show and/or channel. Off course is now available in video form as well. Tune into the THPGolf YouTube Channel, jump into the latest episode’s video and watch the interaction between Dan and his guests each week rather than just listen. THPGolf · Off Course – Zack Oakley Joins Sun Mountain Go to discussion... document.write("Loading Custom Ratings..."); The post Off Course – Zack Oakley Joins Sun Mountain appeared first on The Hackers Paradise.