Archive for July, 2008

How can I throw a golf ball 2 meters by starting with a push button by making a rube goldberg machine?

Posted on Monday, 28th July 2008 in Physics
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Kelly asked:


We have to start by pushing a button and then need these steps in it pouring a cup of water into another cup, raising an object 5 times its height and releasing it, any 10 second sequence, turn a light on, and throw a golf ball at least 2 meters into a container….also we can have any other steps inbetween those as long as we have those steps. no time limit.

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Suggestions for golf gifts – I\’m to donate a club of choice to a charity outing?

Posted on Monday, 28th July 2008 in Golf
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JDG asked:


As the title says I am donating a club of choice to a charity golf outing – the club/donation will be raffled off to one of the participating players – and I am looking for suggestions as far as what to donate. I’d like to donate something that will stand out and be desired as a prize by as many entrants as possible, but also something that would actually be useful to the winner. I am looking for direction as far as what type of club (ie driver, iron, wedge, putter, etc) and brand/model would fit the criteria. Beyond a club donation if there are any suggestions for pros and club fitting services in the NYC area, the information would be more than appreciated.

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What Golf Balls should I use if I have a slower than normal swing speed?

Posted on Friday, 25th July 2008 in Golf
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Matthew P asked:


I have a slower than normal swing speed, and I am looking for the right golf balls to help me get the extra distance. Please suggest balls between $12-$25 per dozen.

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What are the measurements of a disc golf basket?

Posted on Thursday, 24th July 2008 in Golf
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Chris asked:


I am having troubling finding the measurements or blueprints for a disc golf basket. I want to make my own but cannot find any good measurements. Please help me if you can.

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What is the proper way to mow a golf course green?

Posted on Monday, 21st July 2008 in Golf
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talltitan007 asked:


I’m starting a job soon at a golf course and they want to take me out and make sure I can properly mow a green and “see if I have it”. Is there any tips on how I can do a better job, or anything of that sort? Thanks in advance

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How to run a golf tournament as a fundraiser for about 32 golfers?

Posted on Saturday, 19th July 2008 in Golf
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Kendo_3 asked:


I need to run a golf tournament for a buch of hackers to try and raise money for our Church’s youth group to go to camp this summer. I have run Captain’s Choice tournamnets before, but never one to raise money for a cause. What are the best ways to do this?

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What are some examples of passive racism in golf today?

Posted on Saturday, 19th July 2008 in Golf
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ConnorWilhem3 asked:


My social science teacher gave me a D on an essay because he said that golf is very fair today and Tiger Woods is a good example. My examples were getting a bad tee time, not getting memberships at private clubs, getting ignored at the golf store, getting reminded about slow play by the marshall…He said this happens to everyone.

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Why is the golf industry going down the pooper?

Posted on Saturday, 19th July 2008 in Golf
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rcgolf01 asked:


In recent years there seems to be no money in the golf industry. Forget about becoming a head professional or tournament director, these people struggle to earn a susistance wage.
The dedicated ones still around are in for the love of the game, but with our current economies stagflation (US), where does the future of this industry go?
Predictions on future?

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What region in Australia should we visit to play golf and have a luxury holiday?

Posted on Wednesday, 16th July 2008 in General - Australia
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katrina.johnston asked:


My husband and I are planning a week away with some friends. We enjoy golf, good food and wine, exploring the local towns and going for day walks.

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What kind of golf clubs should I get as a beginner?

Posted on Monday, 14th July 2008 in Golf
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sputs10soccer asked:


I am trying to get into golf now that I have more time away from work and some money to afford new clubs and green fees. I played in the past, but not even close to good. Just played because it was fun. Now, I am going to take lessons and try to become reasonably good, so I want to get clubs that will be good to learn with, but also be clubs that I will have for a few years. My bro-in-law recommended the new Callaway Clubs, so any info on those clubs would be greatly appreciated, or any ideas for my club selection would also be greatly appreciated!

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