ZipGolfer » ken http://www.zipgolfer.com Golf tips, news and gear reviews Sun, 18 Dec 2011 18:03:53 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Check Out This Blog: Golf Stinks http://www.zipgolfer.com/check-out-this-blog-golf-stinks/ http://www.zipgolfer.com/check-out-this-blog-golf-stinks/#comments Thu, 19 May 2011 17:38:21 +0000 ken http://www.zipgolfer.com/?p=4239 Next up in our "check out this blog" series... GolfStinks. Wait, what? Is the author of this blog really saying that golf stinks? Why would anyone go to the trouble to create and maintain a site about something that... well, stinks?

Let's take a closer look and see what's going on here.

GolfStinks says its job is to "help you get the most fun out of this great game as you possibly can." They go on to say that they're building a community for the average Joe golfer. Ah, now I get it.... it's the average Joe that screams "golf stinks!" as he duffs his driver into the cabbage. But — and this part is key — he keeps coming back for more. Why? Because he loves the game.

And that's where the GolfStinks blog comes in. Don't go here for PGA tour coverage — you won't find a scratch of that. Go here for the stuff that the rest of us golfers care about: winning a corvette for hitting an ace, whether golfing can help you lose weight or maybe how to scam free golf on Mother's Day.

The writing at GolfStinks is impeccable, entertaining and straight-to-the-point. Got just a few minutes to kill? Head over and check out a post or two. Even if you don't think that golf stinks.

GolfStinks Blog

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Check Out This Blog: Armchair Golf http://www.zipgolfer.com/check-out-this-blog-armchair-golf/ http://www.zipgolfer.com/check-out-this-blog-armchair-golf/#comments Thu, 12 May 2011 19:23:31 +0000 ken http://www.zipgolfer.com/?p=4211
In our on-again, off-again series of featuring golf blogs that we read and recommend, today we'll take a look at Armchair Golf Blog...

The first thing that intrigued me about the Armchair Golf Blogger was his coverage of topics that were less-than-mainstream. While other blogs seem hell-bent on chasing the latest tourney scoop or Tiger turmoil, Armchair offers insightful opinions on topics not so well-covered elsewhere. Go there to read thoughts on Las Vegas golf course water usage or one man's take on gorgeous golf swings.

Armchair's not afraid to drop in a humorous piece now again as well. Witness his recent interview with Tiger's knee. Though I think it may have been a hoax, it still made for good reading. And you couldn't find that one elsewhere.

I'd like to say that we've been following the Armchair for quite some time — that we discovered him before he hit the big time. Sadly, though, it's just not true. We're recent converts — and I don't know if Armchair qualifies as "big time" just yet. But stay tuned. We'll be reading and so should you...

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The Most Influential Women Golf Bloggers http://www.zipgolfer.com/women-golf-bloggers/ http://www.zipgolfer.com/women-golf-bloggers/#comments Tue, 10 May 2011 16:53:54 +0000 ken http://www.zipgolfer.com/?p=4170 According to the National Golf Foundation, women make up about twenty-two percent of all golfers. I don't know if that's what you expected, but what struck me about it was not that women are playing less than men, but that they are receiving disproportionately less media coverage than men.

And yet, a thriving online community of women golf bloggers are picking up the slack. Five years ago, that may not have been the case. But these days, women bloggers are producing news coverage, analysis and instruction from a unique perspective. In most cases, their writing is appropriate for golfers of both genders. But in some cases, their target audience is strictly women.

Below find a summary of some of the best women golf bloggers. These women have built a substantial readership by producing great content consistently. At the end of the list, you'll find another set of women who are "up and coming" in the world of golf blogging.

Let us know what you think of the list — hopefully you'll find some new bloggers to follow and enjoy.

Stina Sternberg - Golf Digest


A former golf pro in her native Sweden, Stina has been a host of "Big Break", a Senior Editor at "Golf for Women" and a part-time host on the Golf Channel. Oh, and she's also a mother of two.

Currently, Stina is a Senior Editor at Golf Digest, focused on instruction and equipment for women. Her posts are always professional and insightful. Stina is truly a must-read for anyone interested in the women's game. She also produces video tips for Golf Digest — check out one of my favorite Tiger Woods putting tips here.

Golf Digest Woman

Stephanie Wei - Wei Under Par

A former All-Ivy League golfer, Stephanie now runs one of the most-read independent women's golf blogs. And it's not difficult to see why. WeiUnderPar features several well-written and insightful posts per day. Stephanie and her staff are not just reporting the news — you can find that anywhere — but rather adding their personal interpretation about what's relevant and what's not.

Stephanie's the lead writer and editor and is at her best when bringing her personal touch to the site. See her post on losing a bet to Jason Kidd to see what I mean.

Stephanie's been featured in the Wall Street Journal and Sports Illustrated, but I think it's safe to say that she'll keep WeiUnderPar going for the foreseeable future.

WeiUnderPar.com

Pat Mullaly - Golf Gurls

Pat Mullaly's been blogging at GolfGurls.com for nearly two years now. Doesn't seem like that long, does it? But her site's got a ton of content and some very useful tips for women.

Pat's not that far from her "golfing newbie years", which gives here a unique perspective on what it means to be a woman new to the game. Add frequent posts that are extremely well-written and you've got a recipe for a successful blog.

Check it out but don't blame me if you start to hum while driving.

GolfGurls.com

Patricia Hannigan - Golf Girl


Patricia Hannigan's been a golf blogger for nearly five years, which is an eternity if you've observed the countless numbers of blogs that have been created, maintained and then abandoned in that same timespan.

But Patricia's one of the hardest working golf bloggers around, having built her brand from a personal outlet for a newly-obsessed golfer to a home for a unique, new-media golf industry consultant. At the same time, she's managed to add tons of entertaining posts to her site, to write a book for new women golfers, and to expose extensively — and often playfully — on gender issues in golf.

Golf Girl's Diary

Heather Jones - Real Women Golf


Heather Jones of Real Women Golf has had at least three full-time passions in her life: competitive figure skating, motherhood and golf. And how do I know that she's passionate about golf? Well, for one thing, she recently gave up coffee for the sport!

For another, her blog is filled with entertaining, personal stories about her own golfing experiences. Don't visit this site for the pro tour coverage — you can get that fix from others on this list. Instead read her periodic anecdotes to get an entertaining glimpse into the life of a surbaban mom making a go of it as a successful golf blogger.

Real Women Golf

Kristen Williams - The Golf Chick

Kristen Williams has an impressive resume as a golfer, despite the fact that she's only been golfing for about seven years. She's got two holes-in-one to her credit, along with a couple of club championships.

But her true claim to fame may be that she runs one of the longest-running independent women's golf blog on the web. And it's easy to see why. Though she doesn't post frequently (not enough for me, anyway!), when she does it's always worth a read. Check out her post on snowshoe golf if you don't believe me. Kristen's got a loyal following (with over 1,500 followers on Twitter) so I'm not the only one who feels this way.

The Golf Chick

Golfgal


Golfgal (aka "Gayle") has been at the helm of Golfgal since 2007. In that time, she's built up quite an impressive archive of insightful posts on golf for women, the business of golf, and a healthy dose of "Big Break" thrown in. Don't go there for the quick reads — though those are fun too — go there for the well-written analysis of some pretty thought-provoking topics.

Perhaps start with her post on the lack of women in online golf forums for Golfgal's take on how to address the digital divide between men and women golfers. You'll be glad you did.

Golfgal

Annika Sorenstam

I'm guessing you've heard of this next blogger. Only the greatest woman golfer to ever have walked the earth, Annika Sorenstam is a blogger as well.

Even in retirement, Annika remains one of the most influential voices in women's golf. Her work as a coach and USGA ambassador continue to enhance the status of women's golf at the professional and amateur levels.

Annika's blog is definitely worth a read. Her most recent posts focus on her newborn son but past posts have featured golf tips, updates on here personal and professional lives, and the occasional recipe for you golfing foodies.

ANNIKA Blog

Sophie Horn

After being featured in Sports Illustrated, Sophie became the most searched-for topic on the web for two days in 2010. It may have been for her blogging, but I'm guessing it may have had more to do with the bathing suit she sported.

Independent of her status as an internet pinup girl, Sophie is quite the busy woman. In addition to being a 4-handicap, she works as a model, a personal trainer and a golf coach. And, of course, as a blogger. Sophie blogs at SophieHorn.com as well as at ImagineGolfClub.com

Sophie Horn

Susan Fornoff - GottaGoGolf

Susan Fornoff cut her teeth writing about baseball in the 1980's. Author of "Lady in the Locker Room", Susan's been a sportswriter for nearly thirty years. The latter half of that was spent at the San Francisco Chronicle where she was, among other things, a golf writer.

Her full-time passion these days is, no surprise, golf. Susan recently founded GottaGoGolf magazine — read the latest issue online — along with an accompanying blog. Though the blog is still relatively new, Susan's credentials are impeccable, so check back periodically for top-notching posting.

GottaGoGolf Blog

Nancy Berkley

Nancy Berkley is a consultant to businesses and industry pros that want to do a better job of catering to women golfers. She also helps women with their golf travel plans.

Though her site doesn't sport a traditional blog format, don't be fooled. It's full of insightful tidbits as well as detailed analysis of the golf industry as it pertains to women.

Nancy also blogs at CyberGolf.com, GolferGirlCareers.com and LadiesGolfJourney.com. Phew!

Nancy Berkley

Ashley Crain - Golf Week

Most men don't understand what's so important about the role of fashion in golf. OK, most men don't understand fashion at all!

But Ashley Crain does. And she's turned that into a must-read blog at GolfWeek.com. Ashley (with some help from a handful of talented writers) goes way beyond reporting the latest news and releases from apparel manufacturers, though. Instead she conducts Q&A sessions with designers and apparel maker executives, reports on the latest trends on the pro tour, and offers the occasional critique of the pro golfer in need a bit of fashion advice.

Ashley's page at GolfWeek.com

Beth Ann Baldry - Golf Week

A former collegiate golfer and 10-year veteran at GolfWeek, Beth Ann covers the LPGA. Her writing is as precise and professional as you'd expect from a top-tier industry journal, making it a must read for anyone interested in the top women's circuit.

Beth Ann's also a frequent "tweeter" so, if you're a Twitter user and want more than her periodic long-form blog posts, be sure to follow her there as well.

Beth Ann's page at GolfWeek.com

Emily Kay - Waggle Room

Emily Kay recently signed on to become a primary writer at WaggleRoom.com. WaggleRoom, of course, is one of the most popular golf blogs on the web, so this surely an "influential" platform for Emily.

Emily's sharp wit and great writing have been showcased at National Golf Examiner, several New England-based publications and — teaming up with Susan Fornoff — GottaGoGolf.

Emily's recent take on Charles Barkley's swing proves that she's not afraid to go jaw-to-jaw with one of the biggest loudmouths in sports. If she keeps that up at WaggleRoom, we're in for a treat.

Waggle Room

Women Golf Bloggers to Keep an Eye On

We've tried to cover the most influential women golf bloggers above. But, of course, that's just a small sampling of the world of women's golf blogs. Below find some more great golf blogs written by women. Since surely some of these will ascend to the ranks of "most influential" in due time, you might want to start checking them out now.

  • Pink Diva Golf - News, fashion and shopping opportunities for women golfers. Updates tend to come in spurts, as with many blogs. But, if you're patient, you'll be rewarded with quality posts.
  • Katharine Dyson - Katharine is Vice President of the Golf Travel Writers of America. She's also an avid blogger whose work can be found on TravelGolf.com
  • Donna Hoffman - Donna's got a great thing going at WomenOnCourse.com, a women's golf networking site. The blog's got a nice backlog of insightful posts. Sadly, it hasn't been updated in a while. Hopefully Donna and her staff will get back to it soon.
  • Even Par Round - Miranda of Even Par Round has been providing direct-to-the-point updates for nearly six years. No words wasted, no images, no fluff. Just quick reads, each one worth your time.
  • Sherry Tabb - Sherry started Ladies on the Tee to be "The Voice of Women's Golf". And she's well on her way — having built up a nice backlog of witty and irreverent looks at the world of golf. Hopefully Sherry will get back to posting more frequently soon.
  • Augusta Golf Girl - Sandie (aka "Augusta Golf Girl) has put together a great set of posts on golf, the Masters and the Battle of the Sexes. She's more active on Twitter than on her blog, so it might be better to check her out there. Or read both.
  • Snooty Prima Dona - The woman behind Snooty Prima Dona may be a very nice lady for all I know. But the site represents her "alter ego who often appears when she's golfing and had one too many martinis" (her words, not mine). The result is a must-read if you don't mind your golf updates mixed in with a healthy dose of entertaining personal anecdotes.
  • Monique Ignacio - I challenge you to read Monique's "Girl Golfing" and not book a Philippine golfing vacation. Especially after viewing Monique's luscious photographs that complement her light-hearted posts perfectly.
  • Kristen Lewis - Kristen is awesome. And not just because she uses that word in EVERY single blog post. No, rather it's because her enthusiasm is infectious and her golf writing is inspriational to read.
  • Liza Churchill - In some ways, "Goldie Bounce Golf" exists to support Liza's radio program. But in most ways, the blog stands on its own merits. Updates are infrequent these days, but you'll find enough already there to warrant plenty of browsing around.
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Check Out This Blog: GolfDash http://www.zipgolfer.com/a-blog-we-love-golf-dash/ http://www.zipgolfer.com/a-blog-we-love-golf-dash/#comments Mon, 02 May 2011 17:51:53 +0000 ken http://www.zipgolfer.com/?p=4109

Every once in a while, I discover a golf blog or site that I get excited about. I read it for a while, see if it's got staying power and, if it keeps me coming back for more, I'll add it to my news reader so I can check on it whenever new posts appear.

One site I discovered recently was golfdash. They describe themselves as "a golf dashboard dedicated to improving your game". Sounds good, right? But could they deliver the goods?

As it turns out, the answer is a resounding yes. I found them when researching custom fittings. Many sites I looked at made generic statements like "get a custom fitting! It's great!", but golfdash provided depth and objectivity. Doug, one of their primary writers, took the time to write a detailed post about his fitting, along with pictures and some no-nonsense advice. In the end, what might've impressed me the most was his conclusion. Instead of just saying "get a custom fitting! It's great!", Doug actually made a pretty balanced recommendation. I don't want to spoil the surprise if choose to read the full post. But needless to say, it was not a slam-dunk buying decision.

Other recent posts at golfdash include a book review, several fitness drills, Masters coverage and, of course, swing tips. All were worth the time to read.

Check 'em out. I think you'll be happy you did. And, who knows? You might just get a new site for your news reader.

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Golf Bloopers: Funny Moments in Golf Caught on Video http://www.zipgolfer.com/golf-bloopers/ http://www.zipgolfer.com/golf-bloopers/#comments Tue, 18 Jan 2011 18:50:52 +0000 ken http://www.zipgolfer.com/?p=3592

Golf is a popular pastime in many countries around the world and has been for many years. As high-profile professionals made the sport more enticing to young players over the past couple of decades, golf's popularity has gone through a tremendous surge in popularity.

Over the years there have been many amazing moments in golf - from unbelievable shots to amazing, come-from-behind victories. Along with these amazing moments have been some less-than-stellar ones. We're talking, of course, about the bloopers. You know, the screw-ups. The flubs. The Mulligans.

Below find a collection of some of golf's funniest moments caught on tape. Some you may have seen on SportsCenter and others you have probably never seen, but we scoured the web to find only the best. Enjoy!

1. J.C. Anderson Giving Advice on Sportscenter Goes Wrong
2. Woody Austin Gets a Bath
3. Drunken Leisurely Golfer Runs Himself Over with His Own Golf Cart
4. A Literal "Birdie"
5. When Golf Shots Go Wrong Pain May Follow
6. Bad Golf Shot, but He Thinks it Goes the Distance
7. A Perfect Example of How Not to Get Your Ball Out of the Water
8. Out of Control Golf Cart
9. How to Piss Off a Goose
10. Revenge for All the Birds Hit by Surprise Golf Balls
11. This is Just Bad Driving of a Golf Cart
12. This Shot Unfortunately Flies the Wrong Way
13. A Young Aspiring Golfer Takes a Fall
14. Standing in the Wrong Place at the Wrong Time
15. This Is Not Really a Blooper but Had to Be Included Because of Stupidity

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Rid Your Lawn of Cows, Tigers and Other Unwanted Pests http://www.zipgolfer.com/pests-on-the-lawn/ http://www.zipgolfer.com/pests-on-the-lawn/#comments Thu, 03 Jun 2010 15:17:32 +0000 ken http://www.zipgolfer.com/?p=2994 Lawn-Based Pest Control is a topic that tugs at the heartstrings of both golfers and non-golfers alike. Traditionally at odds, these two groups certainly agree on the value of recreation in a natural, wild and pristine environment. Without any damn interruptions from wildlife!

With that in mind, we bring you the world's first comprehensive guide to Lawn-Based Pest Control. Here you'll find techniques for controlling such common pests as cows, gophers and, of course, alligators.

Our techniques have been well-tested in the wild, but have never been revealed in a single, easy-to-reference guide. Until now. Enjoy, and let us know how it works out. Or, on second thought, don't. We'll be out enjoying nature. Without the animals.


Bambi, Meet Tiger

Deer love golf, it's true. And who can blame them? Their short game is nothing special, but look out for those woods. On the other hand, controlling deer is serious business. Just ask the Baltusrol Golf Club in New Jersey — they're pushing to allow hunters on to their course to take care of their deer problem. But they really needn't go that far. We've got a much simpler solution.

Added Bonus: Put An End to Those Silly Tiger Jokes

A couple of hungry tigers on your favorite golf course would not only help keep the deer population in check, but would also be a beautiful addition to an already scenic wilderness environment. And, as an added benefit, it would free up some tee times and make it much easier to book your Sunday foursome at the last minute.

"Hey Bob, think you can get us a tee time at Baltusrol this morning?"

"Oh yeah. Just bring some raw steaks and we should be fine."

And what will Baltusrol do with these tigers when they're not hunting buck? Easy... they'll put them to work. Tigers make excellent caddies, provided they've had enough to eat.

Fig. 1: Who you calling a philanderer?!

Put an End to The Cow Chip Shot

The problem of cows taking over golf courses has become an epidemic. No less an authority than the New York Times recognizes this. Check out their story entitled "Cow Swallows a Golf Ball and Dies." And, if that kind of thing could happen back in 1897, imagine how bad the problem has gotten today.

One-Iron Wednesdays

How do we clear our golf courses and lawns of these menacing creatures? Two words: one irons.

By now I'm sure you've heard Lee Trevino's advice — "If you're out on the golf course and a lightning storm rolls in, just hold up a one iron. Even God can't hit a one iron."

Lee was exactly right, which is why one-irons have gone the way of the persimmons wood and the gutta percha ball. But it's time to bring them back... to scare off the cows.

With that in mind, courses infested with unwanted cows should offer a free round to anyone with a bag full of one-irons.

Go ahead, pull one out and take a mighty lash. Watch your golf ball fly perilously close to the ground like a drunk crop duster. Be sure to make a full shoulder turn as you will need to create enough club head speed to fully frighten the cow. You get no points for simply amusing it.

Fig. 2: "Under the Hereford, left of the Guernsey, then roll it up next to Ol' Bess."

Take a Lesson From the Pros

Devious. Sneaky. Deadly. These three words bring to mind one and only one lawn-based pest. We speak, of course, of the Gopher.

Who Ya Gonna Call?

It's no surprise, then, that the gopher is the subject of the most well-known media coverage of lawn-based pest-removal. Witness Exhibit A — Carl Spackler in Caddyshack.

Carl taught us the value of patience, ingenuity, and a whole lot of dynamite in dealing with the most persistent of all pests. Should this humble how-to guide result in the creation of a Pest-Removal Hall of Fame, Carl will be our first inductee.

See for yourself...

Fig. 3: Beware the Varmint Cong

Bring Your Dog to Golf Day

Stories of unwanted foxes interfering with the great game of golf abound. And we're not just talking about the sly foxes of children's fairy tales. These foxes bite and, worse yet, approach unsuspecting players who are in the act of putting!

Clearly these pests must be controlled.

Unleash the Hounds

In the wilderness, bobcats and panthers do an adequate job of keeping the fox population in check. But seeding a golf course with panthers can be expensive. This is why your favorite golf course needs to sponsor a "Golf with Fido Day." Bring your wily Weimaraner, your diligent Dalmatian, or your gargantuan Great Dane.

I'd like to see those stubborn foxes stand up to my dog Penelope. Before I could get a tee in the ground, she'd have the neck of one of those sly devils in her mouth, spinning it around like a noise maker on New Year's Eve.

Golfers please remember to pick up your dog poop. And of course there is no penalty for balls stolen from the green by a Labrador. (Take a free drop nearest to the crime scene.)

Fig. 4: "We'll let them play through"

Them's Good Eatin'

Crows steal golf balls, frighten golfers with their menacing screeches and cause endless online debate that distracts from endless online debate about putter size.

And they're crafty. Which means we need to get smart in our approach to chasing them off.

Required: One Cranky Neighbor With Shotgun

Crows mate for life. Awwwwwww. That's perfect, since we can use this knowledge to lure them off of the golf course and into our grumpy neighbor's yard. And if our neighbor just happens to be Clint Eastwood in Gran Torino? All the better.

Should be simple enough — I've seen some pretty intricate remote control planes flying around at the park. I'll design a remote control crow sex goddess. Give it a sultry "Squawk" and a large pair of crow knockers and let cupid do his thing.

Sing with me now... "Why do birds suddenly appear, every time you are near? Hey crows, GET THE HELL OFF MY LAWN!"

Fig. 5: The Eagle Has Landed

Damn Funny If Only It Weren't True

Beetles can be an especially annoying pest to deal with when attempting to keep a lawn pristine. They're tiny, mostly silent, and have a voracious appetite for all things vegetative.

No, Actually, It's Still Funny

Luckily, keeping them under control is a straightforward matter. Just follow the lead of the Australian Goverment: import an exotic species of toad from a land far away and let it go to work. And if you're worried that the toad may multiply uncontrollably since it has no natural predator in its new environment, thereby creating a problem much worse than the original?

Relax, you're over-thinking things. Or at least you're thinking more than the Australian Government did when it tried this technique.

The good news is that golfers — and Australians — are a resourceful bunch. Just let a few of them loose on the course after hours with an old VW bus and watch the fun begin.

Fig. 6: You can't make this stuff up

Send Those Geese Back to Canada

Every American golf course has a problem with Canada Geese. And, while we had hopes that recent, restrictive immigration laws would help keep these foreign-born pests out of our country, we were also prepared to call in the authorities if necessary.

But we are now ready to recommend a new, more innovative approach that will put a halt to the problem at its source.

Lead Them on a Wild Goose Chase

In deference to PETA, we've decided NOT to recommend combining golf with hunting (Gol-Funting anyone?). That would certainly take care of the geese, but might give high-paying repeat customers a severe case of the yips.

No, instead we're going to trot out Amy from 1996 Hollywood sleeper Fly Away Home. Amy raised a bunch of orphaned geese from chicks and then single-handedly deported them in an ultralight airplane. In Amy's honor, we will be opening a summer camp for teenage girls and teaching them to fly ultralights in lieu of joining the girl scouts.

The way we see it, everyone wins. The girls learn a valuable skill, we get our golf courses cleaned up and America's collective waistline can stop fearing Girl Scout Cookie Season.

Fig. 7: Kids + Geese + Golf. I Smell an Oscar!

Here Gator, Gator, Gator....

Alligators and golf are, quite simply, a bad match. Check out these 180,000 articles for more on the topic. Needless to say, it ain't pretty — one guy even scored a quadruple-bogey.

I Said Marshmallows, Not S'Mores!

We've touched on this topic before. But, in that context, it was a matter of protecting yourself in the face of danger. Now we're talking about something much more important — protecting the sanctity and serenity of golf courses throughout the Southeast USA. If golfers cannot golf in peace, without the threat of alligators chasing their balls, then what kind of nation have we become?

The solution remains the same, however. Alligators love marshmallows, and this craving must be exploited in the name of peace. At ZipGolfer, we've developed a special, water-insoluable, exploding marshmallow that can be covertly placed in water hazards throughout Gator Country.

Ignoring frequent explosions and dodging the occasional hunk of flying, charred gator flesh are a small price to pay for being able to line up a 20-foot putt without keeping one eye on the nearest sand-trap rake.

Fig. 8: Keep Head Down, Left Elbow Straight

A Last Word

It's true that we haven't covered all the pests you might encounter during your regular scramble. But the rest should be pretty obvious. Got Moles? Try rubber mallets. Herring? Horseradish. Evil spirits come back to haunt an ancient burial ground? Lay off the magic mushrooms.

For other pests, you'll need to ask for special help in the comments below.

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Screw You, Tiger! http://www.zipgolfer.com/screw-you-tiger/ http://www.zipgolfer.com/screw-you-tiger/#comments Thu, 25 Feb 2010 04:16:51 +0000 ken http://www.zipgolfer.com/?p=2345 Hate Mail From Those Not Ready to Forgive & Forget

Are we really getting ready to let Tiger of the hook? After one scripted press conference, ESPN practically tripped all over itself saying that Tiger has taken the right steps to be restored in the hearts and minds of the American Public.

But what about those who are not so willing to forgive and forget? Most of them are too polite to rip Tiger a new one, too proud to sound off in public, or legally bound to keep their mouths shut.

What if they could tell Tiger how they really felt? What if they could write Tiger a letter, giving him a piece of their minds? And what if we could get a hold of those letters and share them with our readers.

Here's just a sample of how those letters might read...




From Rachel Uchitel - New York

Screw You, Tiger!

You paid me two million bucks to shut me up, but I'll let you have it anyway. You told me I was "the one", but I guess you were lying about that. I'm sure you told Elin that a few years ago, too. How many of the other sluts and porn stars heard that line?

You wrote me email love notes, ferried me around the world to meet you on the sly, and now you've got the balls to go into "sex rehab" so you can repair your relationship with your wife?! Good luck with that.

P.S. I only slept with you because you're famous.



From Phil Mickelson - San Diego, CA

Screw You, Tiger!

Playing second-fiddle to you for the last decade is now officially "humiliating." As I watched you rack up hundreds of millions of dollars in winnings and endorsements, I knew that, in any other era, I would've been celebrated as the best golfer in the game.

And while you were busy building up your phony "family man" image, I was actually living it, taking time away from the tour to look after my cancer-stricken wife.

I'm now going to rededicate myself to preventing you from breaking Jack Nicklaus' vaunted record.

The sport deserves better than you.



From a Pissed-Off Pop in Peoria

Screw You, Tiger!

My sixteen year-old son has been practicing obsessively for the last ten years in order to become the "Next TigerWoods".

He now finds himself on the verge of making his high school golf team as a result of his hard work. He's also wondering if you've single-handedly destroyed the game's popularity and dignity.

Should I send you the bills for his golf lessons, or just for lost future earnings and psycho-therapy?



From Elin Nordegren - Windermere, FL

Screw You, Tiger!

While I was home raising the kids, you were out messing around and lying about it. You had at least fifteen "other" women, plus countless more you haven't told me about. Oh, and thanks for letting me know via the "National Enquirer" — very classy.

Thankfully, others will now start to realize what a jerk you are, despite your carefully crafted image.

You told everyone that I didn't come after you with a three-iron that fateful night. Maybe they bought that story, maybe they didn't. But, just between us, nobody would've blamed me if I did.

Now sign these damn divorce papers and leave my check for $300 million on the kitchen table.



From The Golf Writers of America

Screw You, Tiger!

We spent the last decade building you up to be an American icon. Though we endured your immature sense of humor, your penchant for swearing and your bratty vindictiveness, we instead wrote about your skill, your competitive spirit and your devotion to family life.

Maybe a few of us even caught wind of your extramarital affairs but chose to look the other way. Thanks in no small part to us, you're now a billionaire.

And how do you repay us? By shafting us at your press conference. Next time you've got one of those planned, why not just invite TMZ.com and the National Enquirer?

Oh wait, you've already given them enough front-page material to last a lifetime.



From Jesper Parnevik - Jupiter, FL

Screw You, Tiger!

I vouched for you when I introduced you to one of the most beautiful women in the world. She was a personal friend of my family and nanny to my kids. And this is how you treat her?

I let slip a few public comments about what a bastard you are, but I sure wish I had just waited until the next time we shared a tee time. That way, I could've clocked you in the head with my backswing.

Either way, watch your back.



From a Disappointed Dad in Des Moines

Screw You, Tiger!

The other day I had to sit down with my twelve year-old son to explain why what you did is "not cool."

Let me tell you that when Dad says it's hip to be a family man, it doesn't stand much of a chance next to you saying "I deserved to enjoy all the temptations around me."

Let me ask you this... when you chose to abuse your power as a "hero," did you ever stop to think about the effect it might have on the kids that worship you?

Didn't think so.



From Rush Limbaugh, on Behalf of Black Women Everywhere

Screw You, Tiger!

While you were winning awards like "sexiest man ofthe year", "athlete of the decade" and "celebrity we'd break our vows for," you were out banging bleach-blonde white women.

Are you one of those black men who uses his money and fame to turn his back on his race? Are you trying to send a message to black women that the ultimate trophy wife or partner for an extramarital affair is white?

Next time you're going to sleep around or get married — and it sure looks like you'll be single soon — be sure to NOT let any black women know. They won't be waiting for you.




From Apolo Ohno - Vancouver

Screw You, Tiger!

When you were sniveling through your script and saying absolutely nothing at your tearful press conference, did you notice that a little thing called the "Winter Olympics" was going on?!

Some of us have spent the bulk of our lives perfecting our skills while, at the same time, managing to NOT cheat on our girlfriends or wives.

If you haven't noticed these athletes, perhaps you'll recognize them for their love of sport, their pursuit of ultimate personal achievement and their spirit of international competition.

Or maybe not... you seem to be too busy stealing headlines, filling tabloids and wrecking people's lives.



From William D. Green - New York

Screw You, Tiger!

I based Accenture's entire ad campaign on you, plastering airports with glowing signs that said things like "Go Ahead - Be a Tiger".

Thanks so much for making us the laughingstock of every travelling businessman. Sure we'd like to get back the $50 million we paid you, but the damage you've done to our reputation is worth a lot more than that.

Hopefully Nike will follow suit and drop you like we did — that ought to hit you where it hurts. Of course, I'm sure they'll wait until they've sold out some of their backlog of Tiger-themed products. I assume those will be on the clearance rack any day now.




Of course, we didn't have time to print all of the letters that might've been written. Notably absent are letters from offended Buddhists, Ian Poulter, WGC Match Play event organizers in Arizona, diehard golf fans, Tiger's foundation, and celebrities who didn't cheat on their wives.

Seems like Tiger's offending people faster than he can pay to shut them up.

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Guest Post on DeepIntoSports.com http://www.zipgolfer.com/guest-post-on-deepintosports-com/ http://www.zipgolfer.com/guest-post-on-deepintosports-com/#comments Wed, 12 Aug 2009 22:27:01 +0000 ken http://www.zipgolfer.com/?p=499 As a result of my recent post on a Tiger Woods Career Retrospective, Nate Barlow invited me to do a guest post over at DeepIntoSports.com.

In the process, I got a chance to poke around that site quite a bit, and really enjoyed it. Nate and his crew are not afraid to speak their minds, but it's not just run-of-the-mill blather.

Check it out if you have a chance, and thanks to Nate!

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The Ultimate Golf Infographic: Tiger Woods’ Career Retrospective http://www.zipgolfer.com/tiger-woods-infographic/ http://www.zipgolfer.com/tiger-woods-infographic/#comments Tue, 04 Aug 2009 05:44:51 +0000 ken http://www.zipgolfer.com/?p=213 Tiger Woods may be the best golfer of all time, but we've yet to see a visual overview of his career that is worthy of his achievements.

At ZipGolfer, we set out to correct that mistake. We've created the "Ultimate Golf Infographic". This interactive opus is...

One graphic to rule them all — a single source for all of Tiger's results, complete with video highlights, winnings and opponents he's yet to vanquish.

Now, when Tiger gets the urge to reflect on his own career, he can turn here first.

The image below illustrates all of Tiger's tournament results since 1996. Each column in the graph represents a single event. At a glance you can see when he played, how he finished, who beat him, what he won and, in many cases, video highlights of his exploits.

Scroll to the right for some of Tiger's most memorable (and most recent) highlights.

Click on any column for tournament details and/or video.

Acknowledgments

I relied on information from Tiger's website, as well as the the Wikipedia for past tournament winners. Youtube, of course, is the source of all things video.

Feedback

If people are interested, I'll keep this document up-to-date over time. Think I've missed a tournament, an interesting take on the data, or maybe just a typo? Want to marvel at Tiger with a fellow fan or want to tell me about the Golden Bear Infographic that you're creating? Feel free to leave a comment below.

Want to learn more about Tiger? Check out this DVD. Want to play more like Tiger? Try out one of those newTaylorMade R11 Drivers or maybe just hit the range more.

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Natural Wood Golf Tees | Bulk Bag of 500 Extra Long 2 3/4″ http://www.zipgolfer.com/natural-wood-golf-tees-bulk-bag-of-500-extra-long/ http://www.zipgolfer.com/natural-wood-golf-tees-bulk-bag-of-500-extra-long/#comments Sat, 27 Jun 2009 23:41:07 +0000 ken http://www.zipgolfer.com/?p=14 Natural Wood Golf Tees I used to be a tee-scrounger. You know, the guy who celebrates at the tee box when he finds someone else's discarded, yet fully functional tee? Not sure what I was thinking, but I guess I hadn't heard that you can find tees for about two cents apiece. But then, out of the blue, the kids gave me a bag of five hundred in my stocking last holiday season.

Tee scrounger no more, now I'm the guy breaking out a new one without a care in the world. And it feels great! Crack one in half? No problem? Lose one in the cabbage? Doesn't bother me a bit. Lucky tee no longer so lucky? Move on.

The Intech bag featured here contains five hundred tees, each 2.75 inches long. Those are long enough for use with the largest of the oversized drivers. I don't much care about the color, but in this case they're unpainted, natural wood color. Though not "indestructible," they are reasonably strong. And at just under ten bucks for a ton of tees, they're quite a value.

If you're looking for the sturdiest tees, and are willing to spend a bit more, check out the "Unbreakable Golf Tees" featured elsewhere. But the Intech tees certainly seem to fill a sweet spot of value, size and sturdiness.

Now if only the kids would get me a case of my favorite golf balls...

Find these Tees:

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