So I searched the intarwebz a bit but found no good immediate solution to my problem. I'm going golfing (OK, leave me alone [roll] ) on Thursday. My "friends" chose a place close to them which is about an hour and a half away from me. Assuming that they actually want me to come and not that the invite was a social pleasantry given with the anticipation that I would not be dragging my ass 180mi of round trip pain across the gas burdened highways of America, there is no way I will be pumping my car full of premium to make this trek.
This brings us to my question: How in the honey-bee's sweet honeycomb do I bring a few select clubs to the course on my Monster?
My best thought at the moment is to strap the clubs across the beer tray and tie off the ends to the biposto grab handles. The internets were of little help as this needs to be done for Thursday and production solutions, which seem to be targeted at Harley riders anyway, would not be deliverable by then. My other thought is to strap them to my back but something inside me tells me it would be better to strap them to the bike although this may be only because I favor pirates over ninjas.
Bike is a carb'd Monster 750.
Clubs are hand-me downs from the 80s and very short (like me).
Rider is a novice golfer.
The sky is blue.
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One option is to rent clubs at the destination. Another option is to get a small travel bag like this
http://innovagolf.com/jetfligeagso.html
and wear it on your back. You probably won't be able to take a driver with you, but most novice golfers would be better served by a reliable 3-wood. I'd take a putter, GW/SW, PW, 5-9, maybe a hybrid if you've got it and a 5- and 3-wood.
Remember that you'll also need to take shoes, booze, balls, booze, tees, booze, sunscreen, booze and whatever else you like to have during a round, which means another backpack, and possibly a cooler. :)
What about having one of the other golfers drag your stuff there and back? You have a couple days to drive your bag over.
Let me know what you choose since I'd also like to try this.
Turn one of these into a trailer. ;D
(http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/GolfGalaxy/PAPMICINOLJPKHFK?$s7product$)
A friend of mine broke her foot a few years ago. Because of her injury, she required the use of crutches. At the time, her motorcycle was her only source of transportation. She tied the crutches down perpendicular to the bike, making it look like her bike had wings. It was quite amusing to watch her ride off, but I figure the same technique could work for you as well.
I would suggest using electrical tape to tape the clubs together, then tie them down to the frame between the seat and the handlebars (so you're leaning over them). Don't forget to put a towel or something down between the clubs and the tank to prevent any unnecessary scratching. This technique also frees up the ability to carry shoes and the like in a backpack, since you won't be wearing the clubs.
FYI, I know you said the clubs are short, but if you do take my advice, just keep in mind that your newly acquired wingspan may protrude further off the bike than your handlebars, and you may need a few extra feet of clearance while maneuvering in traffic.
Let us know what you decide to do and how it works out. I was planning on using a similar method to transport a few of my firearms (I have to check if it's legal first). Hope I helped.
Rent at the course!
I can't wait to hear what you come up with tho [popcorn]
Quote from: Rameses on July 14, 2008, 11:54:29 PM
Turn one of these into a trailer. ;D
(http://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/GolfGalaxy/PAPMICINOLJPKHFK?$s7product$)
THaT would be hilarious!!!!! [laugh]
i've heard you can do almost anything with this stuff....
(http://www.xandrah.com/images/DuctTapeWallBed.jpg)
[thumbsup]
ty wrap them to the frame. [laugh]
A - Get my friends to pick me (or at least my clubs) up.
or
B - Rent clubs at the course.
Riding with golf clubs sounds to me like trouble. Although the trailer idea sounds pretty cool.
if you were near me, you could use my club dolly like that as an experimental unit!
Only a Ducati owner would ask a question like this...
A friend used to ride with his clubs strapped to his back.
Get Jokerio and a couple of other members with chains and you could have your own Road Rash which is way funner than golf. [laugh] Seriously though +1 on renting clubs. If you are a novice golfer, it probably won't matter that much... unless you are a "novice" golfer.
Get backpack. Put clubs in backpack, heads at bottom and grips sticking out over your shoulder.
Alternate - get all the clubs you're bringing and tape them all together - half of the heads facing one way, half the other to roughly balance it out. Bungee/tape or in some way get all this to stay put on your pillion.
I ride around with 36" long rolls of building plans on my pillion strapped down by a stretchy cargo net all the time. Clubs are a bit longer, but not much - it'll work.
OK, I probably shouldn't admit this, but I carry my clubs on my bike all the time.
My golf bag has 2 shoulder/backpack like straps that most newer bags have.
I have never had a problem, except for -
a. if it's windy, it's like have a big sail on your back
b. splitting lanes can be a little dicey
c. when you get to the course, everyone will think you are nuts
As far as the gear, I usually leave in persons car I am golfing with, or most places will let you put your helmet/jacket/pants/boots somewhere, or if I am carting it, stuff it in the basket behind the seat/infront of clubs.
"IF" you have the right type golf bag. (2 shoulder straps) You can carry them on your back I do, occasionally while wearing shorts, & sandels (golf shoes are in the bag ;) :) ) Make sure that you have a bag head cover & duct tape it in place. NOTE: excessive speed does make it a little uncomfortable.
90 miles,,,,, hmmmm. Rent the clubs. I go 12 miles, & thats enough.
Update: Someone posted on this while I was typing my post. Yes,, it is like a big sail. &,,, holysmokes,,,, I finally have a "FULL MEMBER" yippie. I feel like a man now ;D.
Speaking of golf,,,, T off time is 1:51 :)
solution? play with one club, a seven iron. drive, chip, putt, all with the one club. nothing more humiliating than losing to a dude who is playing with a single club...
i'd say a putter is ok to include as well. Otherwise, all puts would be like shooting pool.
yes, but you can do it with a 7 iron too, just takes a little adjustment and practice.. i've done this on a number of occasions. the best part is outdriving dudes with a 7 iron, when they are using woods...
I strap clubs to my back when I head to the driving range. I wear a small northface back pack which has all the straps and just strap the select clubs to the bag. Kinda looks like i'm riding with ninja swords. [moto] Never had a problem. I'm also only going a few miles up the road. You should just rent them and bring booze. [beer]
You could always just get one of these (http://www.bikercaddy.com/index.php)...
(No, not the make the beast with two backsing Harley.)
(http://www.bikercaddy.com/assets/images/bike_bg.jpg)
Quote from: StrikeJollyRoger on July 14, 2008, 11:16:07 PM
How in the honey-bee's sweet honeycomb do I bring a few select clubs to the course on my Monster?...[/End Post]
I love this! Is this a new filter like make the beasts with two backs...?
Dana
Quote from: Magnus on July 15, 2008, 10:55:08 AM
solution? play with one club, a seven iron. drive, chip, putt, all with the one club. nothing more humiliating than losing to a dude who is playing with a single club...
I've done this before...and believe it or not, is how I learned to play courses a lot better.
Usually courses frown upon this as most have rules posted that each player must have their own clubs (plural)...and if there is a course marshall, they usually give hell for that.
Dana
If you wanted freedom of movement for the long haul I would look into wrapping and strapping to the frame underneath your legs on both sides like [bacon]
Interesting....let us know how it turns out!
how about just duct taping the clubs youre bringing to your thighs
or zip tie them onto your framerails parallel with the seat? might be uncomfortable having your legs sitting over them a little but it might work.
this just seems like too long a trip to be experimenting haha.
Saw a guy downtown last weekend on a classic Indian. He was in full cavalry scout western garb (we get a lot of that around here), including a leather rifle scabbard that ran along the right-hand fork tube. With rifle in place -- we're in an open-carry state here in Arizona. Kinda like this:
(http://www.leathernecksmc.com/motorclub_hist2.jpg)
Or this:
(http://www.prestoimages.com/store/rd2006/2006_pd1268083_1.jpg)
Now THAT would be a cool way to tote your sticks...
Just get your buddies to haul your clubs in their car...
I'll use a "Sunday Golf Bag" or "Practice Bag" .... It's a small golf bag with strap for you to carry a wood, a few iron, putter & some other accessories ..... That should do it.
You could even ride up to 100 mph with ease ..... have fun.
I played golf for over 30 years and I remember I tried to haul my sticks to the course on what ever bike I had at the time .
It was only about a mile to the course and as I think back it was a real pain. So much so that I never tried it again. Going straight wasn't so bad , but turning was where the difficulty lay.
When you say you are a novice ,
I would say that using a different set of clubs won't affect your ability to enjoy your game.
If I were you, I would call ahead to the course and see if they have rental clubs and a dress code . That way you don't have to mess w/ a distraction at the least.
Maybe one of the people you are playing w/ can hook you up w/ a set of clubs if you tell them you are coming on your motorcycle.
As a novice you should beable to play in sneakers if you have a problem transporting your golf shoes. If your wearing a backpack you can take proper clothes if the course has a particular dress code.
Good Luck , Dolph
Quote from: DoubleEagle on July 16, 2008, 10:20:41 PM
I played golf for over 30 years and I remember I tried to haul my sticks to the course on what ever bike I had at the time .
It was only about a mile to the course and as I think back it was a real pain. So much so that I never tried it again. Going straight wasn't so bad , but turning was where the difficulty lay.
When you say you are a novice ,
I would say that using a different set of clubs won't affect your ability to enjoy your game.
If I were you, I would call ahead to the course and see if they have rental clubs and a dress code . That way you don't have to mess w/ a distraction at the least.
Maybe one of the people you are playing w/ can hook you up w/ a set of clubs if you tell them you are coming on your motorcycle.
As a novice you should beable to play in sneakers if you have a problem transporting your golf shoes. If your wearing a backpack you can take proper clothes if the course has a particular dress code.
Good Luck , Dolph
Good advice. Some of these courses can be very anal on dress code. Nothing more frustrating then forking out a additional wade of cash for a over priced Golf shirt or pants.
wear a collared shirt on your ride there to err on the safe side. That's a requirement at almost every place around here, public or private, now.
A shoot competitive archery and would ride to events on my Yamaha rd-350 (chambers and rear sets natch) with a compound bow and arrows strapped to my back. it was never an issue but i used to get ALOT of gawking and pointing.
I did get pulled over once in Poland ohio but they only wanted to warn me about the noise.
Tie them to the bike with turkey bacon.
Golf and turkey bacon belong together.
Quote from: Jaman on July 15, 2008, 10:47:17 AM
OK, I probably shouldn't admit this, but I carry my clubs on my bike all the time.
My golf bag has 2 shoulder/backpack like straps that most newer bags have.
I have never had a problem, except for -
a. if it's windy, it's like have a big sail on your back
b. splitting lanes can be a little dicey
c. when you get to the course, everyone will think you are nuts
As far as the gear, I usually leave in persons car I am golfing with, or most places will let you put your helmet/jacket/pants/boots somewhere, or if I am carting it, stuff it in the basket behind the seat/infront of clubs.
you split lanes with a golf bag strapped to your back?? [laugh]
The problem is not the clubs, yet those plaid pants are killing me.
See ya at the 19th hole.
So.... How'd the golf game go?
Quote from: BizarroBob on July 17, 2008, 02:47:08 PM
Tie them to the bike with turkey bacon.
Golf and turkey bacon belong together.
[roll]
Am I really the first to advise giving up on the silly game and spend the time RIDING?!? ;D
Quote from: SP3 on July 21, 2008, 12:17:12 PM
Am I really the first to advise giving up on the silly game and spend the time RIDING?!? ;D
Best idea so far. And you're right, I can't believe no one mentioned this 3 pages ago.
Quote from: SP3 on July 21, 2008, 12:17:12 PM
Am I really the first to advise giving up on the silly game and spend the time RIDING?!? ;D
Is it really that incomprehensible that some people find time to both ride
and play golf.
I mean, I'm sure that some of you
fags find time to do things like ride
and watch tv... or spend time online talking about coffee and bacon.
How
gay.
How is it so reprehensible that some people decide to apply their non-riding time to playing golf?
What a bunch of dickheads. [roll]
And yes, ducpainter, this's partially directed toward you. ;) :-\
Wow someone REALLY likes their golf.
Quote from: SKOM on July 22, 2008, 09:41:32 AM
Wow someone REALLY likes their golf.
It would appear so.
Check this place out: http://www.bikengolf.com/gallery.html (http://www.bikengolf.com/gallery.html)
Saw an ad in the local NW golf mag last night. They even have a video on youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J72F6nSO_IY (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J72F6nSO_IY)
Offer to drive the cart and drink beer [drink]. Tell'em your uniquely qualified ;D
ship them.