[24MurinivaMak]

This trip has been in the works for a while and I ended up using it as a marker for two goals.

I had already been working on eating better and losing weight, but ultimately decided to get to 205 lbs by the trip. A poorly timed hip injury and subsequent physical therapy means I am going to end up about 4 lbs short of reaching that goal, but I have lost (and kept off) 25 lbs since last August. I’m very happy with the results even if I came up a bit short. Definitely a net win.

Goal number two was to take the game more seriously and improve. I had been mostly away from the game for nearly a decade and was really bad. About 95% of all my shots were uncontrollable horrific left-of-Hillary hooks. I took lessons this winter, upgraded equipment, have been doing drills religiously, going to the range and sneaking in as many rounds as possible. I am not nearly as far along as I would like – probably have reached normal duffer status – but the hook is absolutely history. Even though I am a bit frustrated at my lack of consistency and pretty disappointed that my driver is a complete nightmare, this one is a net win also.

Anyway, sorry for rambling but as the trip is so close it was time to reflect on accomplishments.

[phpfoxmods]

This trip has been in the works for a while and I ended up using it as a marker for two goals.

I had already been working on eating better and losing weight, but ultimately decided to get to 205 lbs by the trip. A poorly timed hip injury and subsequent physical therapy means I am going to end up about 4 lbs short of reaching that goal, but I have lost (and kept off) 25 lbs since last August. I’m very happy with the results even if I came up a bit short. Definitely a net win.

Goal number two was to take the game more seriously and improve. I had been mostly away from the game for nearly a decade and was really bad. About 95% of all my shots were uncontrollable horrific left-of-Hillary hooks. I took lessons this winter, upgraded equipment, have been doing drills religiously, going to the range and sneaking in as many rounds as possible. I am not nearly as far along as I would like – probably have reached normal duffer status – but the hook is absolutely history. Even though I am a bit frustrated at my lack of consistency and pretty disappointed that my driver is a complete nightmare, this one is a net win also.

Anyway, sorry for rambling but as the trip is so close it was time to reflect on accomplishments.

Good for you T4K! (sorry I don't know you're actual name so that's what I'm going with). 25lbs is a great feat, as is killing the hook. let me(/us) know how you like Bandon, take some pics! never played there but would love to some day. after you get back, let's play a round!

[encunnibriG]

Id love to get out that way and play there sometime too....and congrats on achieving your goals, good luck out there!

[Sierabiera]

Have fun!

[b7RKli4l]

Have fun man! Bandon is one of the best places on earth! Have a blast and soak it up!

[MipRippoomamn]

I never heard of Bandon, but just googled it. Darn, that is one beautiful course. Is it super expensive?

[iqxdvjgmat]

There's a group going from my course (about 15 - 20 guys) next week. I wish I was one of them. I've been wanting to go out there for while now, but just haven't done it yet.

[24MurinivaMak]

Thanks guys. I am really pumped - just wish I could hit my damn driver, I've got two weeks to figure it out otherwise I'm thinking of leaving it home and going with the 3W.

@bhilton - it is phenomenal. You have to get yourself there next time there's a guys trip.

[24MurinivaMak]

I never heard of Bandon, but just googled it. Darn, that is one beautiful course. Is it super expensive?

Relative to other high end resorts it is very reasonable. Relative to your normal semi-private nicer course type place it is a bit spendy. It is a once a year type trip for me...and such a special experience that I think it is worth every penny.

[Scfdglkn]

That is awesome man, I hope you play great and have a fantastic time. I am super jealous...I would LOVE to play there.