October 15, 2018 by Jamie Max Boudreaux Leave a Comment

Image Courtesy of Ben Hogan Golf

Just Released: The New Ben Hogan Ft. Worth White Irons

The Hogan Golf Company has released the Ft. Worth Whites to accompany their signature model Ft. Worth Blacks. They are the same iron, but with different finishes. No, they aren’t really white, they have the same finish as the Fort Worth 15’s, which were discontinued this year.

I’ve been trying to get my hands on a set of demos since the release of the Blacks earlier this year. All Hogan golf clubs are made to order and the Blacks are extremely hard for me to get my hands on in my specs.

As always, when I have more to add, I’ll be back here in these pages adding. Check back often.

May 22, 2018 by Jamie Max Boudreaux Leave a Comment

Ben Hogan EDGE Irons Range Session

I was able to get out to the driving range this morning at Longwood GC for my first test drive with the new EDGE irons. You can check out my unboxing video here and view a few more images on my Instagram account.

I’m loving everything about these irons so far. They are beautiful and exude class. The shafts are KBS V-tour X-stiff and have just the feel I love in an iron. The head is just a little more compact than my Big Bertha’s and looks very good sitting behind the ball. They frame the ball nicely and have a slightly thick top edge. I had complete confidence standing over the ball with the 6-iron or 9-iron in my hand. On this first test run, they handled at least as well as my own clubs and I think they actually felt better. Straight, draw, and fade were all possible.

I don’t generally hit balls so early in the morning, so it took me a bit to get warmed up. I toed the first 3 or 4 shots with the 9-irons but once I found the center, I was in love. A lot more to come. You can read my full review here and I will have that complete by early next week at the lates.

May 21, 2018 by Jamie Max Boudreaux Leave a Comment

Testing the New Ben Hogan EDGE Irons, 2018 Version

Hogan Golf just released the new Ben Hogan Edge irons for 2018 within the last month or so, but hadn’t made them available for testing until three or for days ago. Ever eager to test these babies out, I had been checking back with the Ben Hogan demo program nearly daily since their release to try and get my hands on the clubs to test them out. Well, I hit the jackpot three short days ago. I checked in fully expecting to not find them available but was very pleasantly surprised.

May 3, 2018 by Jamie Max Boudreaux Leave a Comment

It struck me the other day that I haven’t discussed, in any type of detail, what clubs and balls I carry in my bag other than comparing the performance of my irons in my reviews of the PTx and Ft. Worth 15 irons from Ben Hogan.

I always like finding out what the pros carry, which happens after they win tournaments and in “Golf” magazine in each issue. So, here’s the list:

Driver: Taylormade R9 10.5 degrees – UST Mamiya Axiv Core PROFORCE Tour Green 65 S-Flex Shaft
3-Wood: Taylormade R9 15 degrees – UST PROFORCE V2 X-Flex Shaft
5-Wood: Taylormade R9 19 degrees – UST Mamiya Axiv Core PROFORCE Tour Green 75 S-Flex Shaft
4-Hybrid: Callaway X Hot 23 degrees – Project X 6.5 Shaft
5 iron – PW: Callaway Big Bertha Fusion – True Temper Dynamic Gold X-100 (x-stiff) shafts
Gap Wedge: Callaway Big Bertha Fusion 52 degrees – Rifle Precision 6.0 Wedge Flex
Sand Wedge: Cleveland 588 Tour Action 56 degrees – True Temper Dynamic Gold Wedge Flex
Lob Wedge: Callaway X-Series JAWS 60 degrees – True Temper Wedge Flex
Putter: Nike Method Model 005 Mallet
Ball: Titleist Pro v1 or Pro v1x

I’ve had my Callaway Fusion irons in my bag the longest out of my current equipment, which I purchased in 2007 I believe. Before these, I played the original oversized titanium Big Berthas. I got pretty good with them and really enjoyed playing with them for about 10 years, give or take. The reason I switched, besides “shiny object syndrome”, is that the better I got, the less I liked looking at oversized heads. I saw my Fusions as a natural progression from a max game improvement iron to a game improvement iron and I Really trusted Callaway irons. It took a bit of tweaking to get the shafts correct. This set came with longer than normal shafts and they were also a regular flex, which is just not good for my swing. I got fitted with the True Temper x-100’s and have never looked back.

The Driver, 3-wood, and 5-wood were purchased in about 2010 and I’m pretty happy with them. I got the sand wedge in 2009 or so, the lob wedge in about 2012, and the gap wedge about the same time. The putter was also purchased around 2010. It’s a bit of a blur.

I’m always open to newer and better clubs, but it’s hard to justify sometimes when the game isn’t all that stellar from lack of play. That, and I think these clubs remain awesome and can deliver any shot I need during a round.

: Callaway X Series JAWS

: Cleveland 588

: Nike Method

: Titleist Pro v 1

: Callaway X-Hot

: Taylormade R9

: Big Bertha Fusion

Here’s a video where I go through the whole bag!

April 21, 2018 by Jamie Max Boudreaux Leave a Comment

PlaneSwing Golf Swing Trainer In the Box

Finally got My Very Own PlaneSwing Swing Plane Trainer

Hello, fellow Golfer Geeks. I’ve finally done it…I went out and got the one piece of golf equipment I’ve been wanting since I started golfing at age 23. I now have the best golf swing plane trainer on the market, the PlaneSwing. I firmly believe it’s the best golf swing training aid on the market, and at a very reasonable price.

The thing is, it’s still very unknown primarily to the larger golfing public because it has no major endorsements, even though some of the best current and former players and golf instructors in the world use it. I’m talking about the likes of Dustin Johnson, Darren Clarke, Tommy Fleetwood, Martin Hall, etc.

Marting Hall & PlaneSwing

Dustin Johnson & PlaneSwing

I’m going to assemble this puppy in the next day or so and begin working the heck out of it. My current swing is hit and miss, at best. I aim to change all that with the help of Tony Clark and his PlaneSwing,

I say, with the help of Tony Clark, because he (a former golf pro) will do a free swing evaluation for you and work with you- and anyone that buys the PlaneSwing- to get the most benefit possible out of his product.

He stands behind his product 100% and, to this day, has never had a PlaneSwing returned.

Please keep coming back to check on my progress.

You can also check out my progress on:
https://www.instagram.com/golfergeeks/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyNbNBFNaWFR8CvA0u8p1LQ
https://www.facebook.com/golfergeeks/
https://twitter.com/golfergeek1

Here is my unboxing video I’ve just uploaded to YouTube:

You can check out my review of the PlaneSwing I put together from bushels of testimonials and from research into the product here: PlaneSwing Review

I’ll, of course, be adding a whole other dimension of insights and thoughts through very extensive testing in the coming weeks and months.

December 31, 2016 by Jamie Max Boudreaux Leave a Comment

The Izzo Golf Smooth Swing Unboxing Video

I shot a quick Izzo Golf Smooth Swing unboxing video yesterday right after I got it in the mail. This was an absolute impulse buy, as I was looking for other items to feature on Golfer Geeks. It makes perfect sense, though from a personal standpoint. If you read Golfer Geeks at all, you know that I feature Ben Hogan pretty prominently. I picked up his book- Ben Hogan’s Five Lessons– a couple months ago to review for the blog. It’s a classic golf instruction book that I’m actually using to improve my game. As I say in the video, one of the fundamentals Ben Hogan emphasizes is the relationship of the arms to each other and to the body. He wants you to have them as close to each other as humanly possible at address and throughout the swing. This is easier said than done for me since it isn’t something I’ve necessarily focused on in 25 years of playing golf. I want every advantage I can get in learning his method for a repeatable and effective golf swing.

While I’ve long thought that staying “connected” during the swing is vitally important, I didn’t really have a way to drill this into my game other than really trying to keep my right elbow attached to my right side during the swing. The times when I’ve played best I definitely had the connected feeling and the swing felt almost effortless My striking was very solid, my distance was outstanding, and my accuracy was pretty good too. It was Anthony Kim that was my model during this time. He had a very tight (tidy) swing that generated plenty of power and was deadly accurate.

Anyway- I want to get that “connected” feeling back. I want to keep my arms in front of me, working as a unit, and use my core to hit the ball instead of swinging at the ball with my arms. I think the Izzo Golf Smooth Swing will help me do it. I’ll keep you updated in these pages and on YouTube.

Check out my video below

You get the Izzo Golf Smooth Swing from Amazon for a cool $12 bucks.

December 8, 2016 by Jamie Max Boudreaux Leave a Comment

Christmas Offer From Adidas

I’ve got to pass on these Christmas season offers from my favorite golfing apparel manufacturer, Adidas. From their shoes to their hats, everything they put out looks good, fits well and can be worn off the golf course as well as on. I very recently purchased a pair of their Climalite pants, 4 pairs of Climalite shorts, and Tour360 shoes. I gotta say I’m very pleased with every item on the list. The pants and shorts are made for movement, as you would expect from apparel designed for the active golfer. The shoes are light, comfortable, and look good too. I didn’t use Adidas coupons for this purchase, but you can bet I will whenever I get the chance.

November 3, 2016 by Jamie Max Boudreaux Leave a Comment

Today I was lucky enough to briefly speak with the owner, inventor, and CEO of PlaneSwing, Tony Clark. Mr. Clark is a native of the UK but now lives in Orlando, Fl. The PlaneSwing is actually the second swing plain trainer company Tony has been involved with. His prior company has now since closed, and the PlaneSwing was made with improving on the shortcomings of that original in mind.

I feel very lucky that I was able to track Mr. Clark down, as he spends a tremendous amount of time going around the US and the world promoting PlaneSwing, and the game of golf. He is very hands-on in all aspects of the company he has created, and he is 100% confident in the quality of his product and what it can do for golfers of any skill level. To this, he adds above and beyond customer service that I’ve never heard of in many other companies or industries. He’s got a heap of positive reviews but spoke of the only 2 negative reviews the PlaneSwing has received. He and his team tried to track those reviewers down to offer personalized instruction and help with the product but got no response after repeated attempts. I can tell you, from the sound of his voice, this clearly bothers him. It’s clear to me that this company and providing unparalleled support for its customers and products are a passion for Mr. Clark. We had a fairly wide-ranging conversation discussing his background as a golf pro and also his business background.

If you’ve read my review of the PlaneSwing, you know that I’ve longed believed in the concept of this type of golf swing trainer. It just seems elementary to me that if you have an actual physical guide your club can follow throughout your whole swing, that all you have to do at that point is put in the reps. So I was already on board with the concept and thought this product had real potential. Now, after talking to Tony Clark, I’m on board with this man and his company. I look forward to turning on as many people as possible to his company and his products.

We had a fairly wide-ranging conversation discussing his background as a golf pro and also his business background, but for deeper insights into the man, his company, and the PlaneSwing- go to my Q&A he was kind enough to participate in @ Interview With PlaneSwing Owner & CEO Tony Clark

November 3, 2016 by Jamie Max Boudreaux Leave a Comment

Tony Clark- CEO of PlaneSwing

Exclusive Interview With Tony Clark

Tony Clark is the inventor of the PlaneSwing, the CEO of the PlaneSwing, and the owner of PlaneSwing.

If you’ve read my blog, you know I talk about how the Plane Swing has been a game changer for me. It’s a product I believe in and it’s something that I believe could help you too.
In an effort to further my knowledge about the product and the company behind it, and to provide my readers with truly unique insights and content, I managed to get the CEO and owner of PlaneSwing to agree to answer a few questions, Q&A- style. Here’s how it went. Enjoy!

Golfer Geeks: How long has PlaneSwing been in business?
Tony Clark: We launched in 2010 simultaneously in the UK and USA

Golfer Geeks: Who owns PlaneSwing? What is the background of the owner? Where is it based?
Tony Clark: I’m the owner and CEO. We’re a niche global business, a family business, based in Florida, USA with offices in the UK and Australia. I turned Pro in 1976. I played a little and though I really enjoyed and excelled in the coaching side of the business I soon realized that I wasn’t going to win The Open Championship so looked at other options. I went into retail management and then the drinks industry and the UK National Lottery occupying senior positions with some of the world’s biggest companies.

——>See For Yourself Here

Golfer Geeks: What made you decide to start the PlaneSwing company? Why not the usual style of swing plane trainer like seemingly hundreds of others sell?
Tony Clark: I had invested and been the CEO in a similar product some years previously. With a small team, we successfully expanded but there were shortcomings and these were exposed at shows and by PGA Pros and amateurs. These centred around the excessively heavy roller, the confusing mat and the extension at the top of the hoop. When that profitable business collapsed due to shenanigans I set about addressing those shortcomings and developing my own swing plane trainer, PlaneSWING and in doing so created a product that delivered better results because it more closely replicates how the golf swing should be and feel.

Golfer Geeks: How is the PlaneSwing different from other swing plane products on the market? What makes you better/more preferable?
Tony Clark: It’s the FIVE key components that set PlaneSWING apart.

a) The multi-adjustable hoop means PlaneSWING is suitable for all golfers 4ft 5in to 6ft 9in.
b) The PowerSLIDERS do not roll. Because of this, through a natural resistance, they engage & strengthen the core and larger muscles, prevent excessive forearm rotation, create LAG in the downswing, deliver a dynamic position at impact and a powerful release.
c) The PlaneCHECKER which fits into the butt of the PowerSLIDER is a reference point throughout the swing and ensures that the golfer can maintain his/her spine angle.
d) The Stance Alignment Mat has straight lines for a consistently square set up. No confusion
e) PlaneSWING has numbers, 1 to 12, which are placed in a clock formation, helping the student build their swing through drills

Add to this the best after-sales service of any golf training aid available and testimonials and reviews that are the envy of the industry.

Golfer Geeks: How many products do you sell? I noticed the Power Stance and Xtensor hand exerciser, as well as a cover for the PlaneSwing.
Tony Clark: We sell PlaneSWING accessories and other kinesthetic products including T-Stroke and PutterWheel. We only create, stock or recommend products that work. Every month we reject products that are presented to us to invest in and or re-sell. We will not offer anything that compromises our philosophy of delivering game-changing products.

——>See For Yourself Here

Golfer Geeks: How are your prices in comparison to other similar products?
Tony Clark: There are other cheaper products that make similar claims but our unique selling proposition is our performance. PlaneSWING delivers on its promise. PlaneSWING is an investment in your golfing life. We are priced very competitively versus other swing hoops but it’s the amazing results and service our customers receive that sets us apart.

Golfer Geeks: Where is the PlaneSwing manufactured?
Tony Clark: Asia

Golfer Geeks: Who came up with the name Plane Swing, and why? (Seems obvious, I know)
Tony Clark: I did. Swing plane was too generic. PlaneSWING® just sounded great and I’m grateful that it wasn’t already taken. We also have the straplines “It’s Golf. Plane & Simple™” and “No Plane, No Gain” each describing perfect what PlaneSWING is and does

Golfer Geeks: What are you most proud of?
Tony Clark: My family. After creating a brand from zero and then losing my life savings due to rogue partners it was my family that said, “do it again”! With a vision of creating a better product I put everything into PlaneSWING development and production and here we are today with PlaneSWING used by golfers in almost 70 countries including leading instructors and Major winners Shaun Micheel, Darren Clarke, and Dustin Johnson.

Golfer Geeks: What’s the best part of owning PlaneSwing?
Tony Clark: It sounds corny, but it’s our customers. The positive game-changing and in some cases life-changing effect we have on people gives me and the Team a level of satisfaction. The fact that we can prove that we are improving the standard of golf worldwide, albeit one golfer at a time is about as exciting as it gets; plus I am blessed to be in a position where I am able, through PlaneSWING, to participate in the rehabilitation of injured veterans through working with small veterans’ charities like “Fairways for Warriors” with Kenny Nairn, “Salute Military Golf Association” with Jim Estes and the amazing Brian and Nancy Coleman at “Golf Supports Our Troops”.

Golfer Geeks: Any fun and/or meaningful anecdotes you’d like to share? Maybe the “best thing a customer ever said/shared…” etc.
Tony Clark: You can view our unrivalled testimonials from people that are now single digit golfers thanks to PlaneSWING and hear from PGA instructors that share their successes with students because of PlaneSWING’s ability to help them communicate more rapidly and effectively; but one story that sticks in my mind is the call I received from an 81-year-old in Australia enquiring about investing in a PlaneSWING. This gentleman believed, quite rightly, that he could improve and felt that PlaneSWING was the answer. We spent about an hour talking about his game and how and why PlaneSWING works and when he’d decided he wanted to purchase I helpfully suggested that at 81 he may wish for us to swap out the standard PowerSLIDER for the ,lighter PowerSLIDER. The octogenarian gentleman’s response was “Listen mate; I’ve been wrestling hogs for almost 60 years, send me the heavy one!”

——>See For Yourself Here

I find his story and the story of the PlaneSwing company fascinating. Check out my PlaneSwing page for my full review and you can also check out my blog post where I describe my first phone call with Tony earlier this week @ I Had A Nice Little Phone Conversation With Tony Clark of PlaneSwing

September 27, 2016 by Jamie Max Boudreaux Leave a Comment

Ben Hogan PTx Irons Unboxing Video

Continuing my review of the entire Ben Hogan Line, I ordered the Ben Hogan PTx Irons demo clubs last week and got them in lickity-split! Not unlike the Ben Hogan Ft. Worth Irons, they are very attractive and feel ever so solid in the hands. These particular demo clubs appear to be very lightly used, with minimal face marks and a clean, tacky grip. The lofts this time around are 41* and 29*.

I took them to the golf course a day or so after I got them, without ever practicing, but I didn’t have the courage to pull them out during the round. I did hit the 41* on the driving range a couple times prior to the round. Again, I noticed the distinct heavy fell and strong ball flight. These are cavity backed and forged, and are billed as the most technologically advanced irons around. I’m not sure about that, but I plan to give them a nice workout in the next 18 days or so.

And, if you want to know how to best swing these bad boys, head on over to my PlaneSwing page and check out the #1 swing plane trainer in the world.