Golfers often say modern equipment is maxed out. New drivers aren’t really longer, annual releases are mostly marketing, and the gains are too small to matter. 

Then many of those same golfers argue that equipment has become too powerful at the professional level. That contradiction drives the newest episode of Splitting Fairways. 

Episode 7 asks whether golf equipment has actually peaked, or whether improvement has simply moved into areas that aren’t obvious on one perfect strike.

Both Ryan and Jeremy agree that modern equipment is still improving. The disagreement is more about how golfers define “better.” 

Maximum distance is only part of the picture. Modern drivers are increasingly designed to preserve ball speed, launch, spin and direction when impact moves away from center. Two drivers may perform similarly on a perfect strike and very differently across the golfer’s normal pattern. 

The episode also looks at fitting. Today’s driver families offer multiple heads, adjustable hosels, movable weights and different center-of-gravity locations. For golfers using poorly fit equipment, gains of 10 yards or more are still very real. 

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Off Course is back this week with a fantastic show and this is episode 305. 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, Tim Beno from Cobra joins the show to discuss what its like to look way forward in club design.

It wouldn’t be Off Course without some tangents, but Dan and Tim dive into many topics including breaking down some of Tim’s favorite Cobra releases and navigating the shift to 3DP and what it potentially unlocks. This show has a lot going on and is one you will not want to miss as Tim Beno from Cobra goes Off Course.

Episode 305 is here and Dan and Tim Beno discuss the following topics and a whole lot more.

Tim’s history at Cobra Golf
What it’s like to look way forward in club design
Breaking down some of Tim’s favorite Cobra releases
Navigating the shift to 3DP and what it potentially unlocks
The challenges of Cobra testing and the impact it can have
And 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.

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Every golfer has heard the phrase, “That’s good.” It usually comes after a short putt stops just shy of the hole, and before anyone has a chance to tap it in. For most recreational golfers, it’s simply part of the game. But should it be?

That question is at the heart of Episode 6 of Splitting Fairways, the THP podcast where Ryan “Hawk” and Jeremy “Lord Tox” tackle the conversations golfers have every day.

This week, the discussion centers on one of golf’s oldest unwritten rules: the gimme. Ryan argues that conceded putts are a practical necessity, helping keep rounds moving and making recreational golf more enjoyable. Jeremy counters that golf has only one finish line, the bottom of the cup, and every conceded putt turns an actual score into an educated guess.

Along the way, the conversation explores where gimmes came from, why every group seems to have its own definition of “inside the leather,” and whether routinely accepting short putts quietly inflates handicaps over time. We also examine why golfers who never seem to miss a two-footer during a casual round suddenly insist on putting everything out when money, trophies, or bragging rights are on the line.

Gimmes undoubtedly help pace of play, but they also raise an uncomfortable question: if a handicap is meant to reflect what you actually shoot, should posted scores include putts that were never made?

After listening, we want to hear from you.

What’s the longest putt that can honestly be called a gimme?

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Off Course is back this week with a fantastic show and this is episode 304. 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, Josh Talge from Titleist, joins the show to discuss what makes Titleist GTS so great and how the GTS300 fits into the lineup.

It wouldn’t be Off Course without some tangents, but Dan and Josh Talge dive into many topics including a full breakdown of the GTS fairway woods and who they are designed for. This show has a lot going on and is one you will not want to miss as Titleist goes Off Course.

Episode 304 is here and Dan and Josh discuss the following topics and a whole lot more.

THPers played some quality golf with JT at Dormie Club
What makes the Pinehurst area so great
Full breakdown of the GTS fairway woods and who they are designed for
Important refinements were made to the mini driver concept
What makes GTS300 great and where the name came from
The fantastic T series irons got a visual boost
And 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.

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What defines a round of golf?

For generations, the answer has been simple: 18 holes. It’s the standard golfers have measured themselves against for more than 250 years.

But should it always be?

In Episode 5 of Splitting Fairways, Hawk and Lord Tox tackle one of the biggest debates to emerge from the THP community this year after a social media post about a proposed 12-hole golf course sparked nearly half a million views and hundreds of passionate comments.

The discussion quickly became about much more than hole count.

Does golf need to evolve to fit modern lifestyles? Is time now the biggest barrier keeping people from playing? Or is the traditional 18-hole round still the only format that truly delivers the complete golf experience?

Along the way, they dive into the surprising history of why 18 holes became the standard in the first place, read some of the best community comments from the original discussion, and explore whether this debate is really about golf courses or simply about making more time for the game we all love.

Whether you’re firmly in the “18 holes or nothing” camp or think golf could benefit from more flexibility, this episode is guaranteed to make you think.

Watch Episode 5 of Splitting Fairways and let us know where you stand in the debate.

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Off Course is back this week with a fantastic show and this is episode 303. 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, GolfBreaks joins the show to discuss and share insight on where you should go on your next golf trip.

It wouldn’t be Off Course without some tangents, but Dan and the GolfBreaks teams dive into many topics including catering to a variety of golfers with different trip goals and breaking down how it all comes together. This show has a lot going on and is one you will not want to miss as GolfBreaks goes Off Course.

Episode 303 is here and Dan and Golfbreaks discuss the following topics and a whole lot more.

Introducing Chris and Kerney
Understanding Golfbreaks History and Goals
Breaking Down How a Trip Comes Together
Catering to a Variety of Golfers Needs
Where Should You Go?
And 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.

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If you’ve played golf long enough, you’ve probably heard both sides of this argument.

Low handicaps hate giving strokes. Higher handicaps get tired of hearing them complain.

So who’s right?

That question serves as the foundation for this week’s episode of Splitting Fairways, the THP podcast where Ryan “Hawk” and Jeremy “Lord Tox” take on the conversations golfers are already having every day. Rather than deciding who’s right, the show explores both sides of golf’s most divisive topics.

This week, the focus shifts to one of the oldest debates in the game: the handicap system.

Along the way, the discussion explores scoring variance, sandbaggers, vanity handicaps, and why golfers on opposite ends of the handicap spectrum both seem convinced the system favors the other guy.

After listening, we want to hear from you.

Who has it tougher: the golfer giving strokes or the golfer getting them?

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Professional golf is an emotional game. Even the best players lose their tempers. Clubs get slammed. Equipment gets thrown. Frustration boils over.

What happens next often depends on who did it.

That question serves as the foundation for this week’s episode of Splitting Fairways, the THP podcast where Ryan “Hawk” and Jeremy “Lord Tox” tackle the debates golfers are already having every day. Rather than deciding who’s right, the show explores both sides of golf’s most divisive topics.

This week, the conversation centers on one simple question: Are professional golfers judged by their actions, or by their reputation?

Using recent examples involving Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Wyndham Clark, Sergio Garcia, Joaquin Niemann and Tiger Woods, Hawk argues that certain stars receive far more grace from fans and the media than others. Tox counters that reputation is earned and context should influence how we view these moments.

Along the way, the discussion explores media narratives, fan perception and whether the same incident would generate a very different reaction if another player’s name were attached to it.

After listening, we want to hear from you. Do some golfers get a pass…or are reputations earned?

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Off Course is back this week with a fantastic show and this is episode 302. 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, THP Forum Member Amart joins the show to discuss navigating improvement over time.

It wouldn’t be Off Course without some tangents, but Dan and Amart dive into many topics including the short game being the area you definitely want to be and being a sim legend vs an on course disaster. This show has a lot going on and is one you will not want to miss as Amart goes Off Course.

Episode 302 is here and Dan and Andy discuss the following topics and a whole lot more.

Navigating Improvement over Time
The Short Game Area is Definitely the Place to Be
Sim Legend vs On Course Disaster
Shaft Weight Selection
Cleveland CBZ and Who Are They For
And 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.

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Off Course is back this week with a fantastic show and this is episode 301. 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, Mike Yagley from Revelyst joins the show to discuss the wide range of products from Revelyst including Foresight and Bushnell.

It wouldn’t be Off Course without some tangents, but Dan and Mike dive into many topics including his shift from how a golf club performs to how a device performs. This show has a lot going on and is one you will not want to miss as Mike Yagley goes Off Course.

Episode 301 is here and Dan and “Yags” from Revelyst discuss the following topics and a whole lot more.

Yagley’s current role and impact
Exploring potential avenues for the digital golf landscape
Performance and quality of GCQuad and other Foresight products
The wide range of distance based devices offered by Bushnell
Shifting focus from how the golf club performs to how the device performs
And 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.

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