[WITB 2024] The Tweaks That Got Me To a PLUS Handicap!

Welcome to my 2024 What's In The Bag! I started assembling my bag in earnest as a ~6 hcp, and got down to ~1 last year. This year I made some more tweaks that got me into the PLUS realm! Whaaaat.

In this video I talk through my bag, my favorite accessories for the mental game, and some things I learned on the way.

Hope this is helpful! And as always, gently nudge that like button (if this tickled your fancy), and drop me a comment with what you liked/what worked.

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Here's everything I talked about (with links, some are affiliates):
CLUBS
Driver: Callaway Rogue ST Triple Diamond LS (9°)
Driver shaft: Fujikura Ventus Blue 6-X (44.5")

3W: Callaway Rogue ST LS (15°)
3W shaft: Fujikura Pro 2.0 6-X

Irons: Taylormade P7MC 3-PW (2021 version)
Iron shaft: Nippon Modus 120T X-flex

Wedges:
50°: Taylormade MG2 (bent to 49°)
56°: Taylormade MG2
60°: Taylormade MG4
Wedge shafts: Nippon Modus 120T X-flex

Putter 1: Ping Zing Karsten TR 34"
Putter 2: Taylormade FCG single bend 34"

Carry bag: Vessel VLX 2.0
Cart bag: Titleist Cart 14

Electric cart: Alphard e-wheels with CB sidekick (follow me gadget) (https://alphardgolfusa.refr.cc/defaul...)


ACCESSORIES
Groove cleaners: https://amzn.to/45ydWYi
Pitch repair tool: https://amzn.to/3VRLZHN
Shoe dryer: https://amzn.to/45yXsPK
Gloves: Callaway Tour Authentic https://amzn.to/3xusf3I
Yardage book holder: just search for this on Etsy and you'll see tons


*If you're into improving your game, I highly recommend this book:*
Tiger's How I Play Golf: https://amzn.to/3KHalyD
THIS BOOK IS AMAZING. Teaches you all the stuff you would have to spend years figuring out on the course, has tons of pictures and clear explanations, and stands the test of time (I've had my copy over 20 years, and everyone I've recommended it to, loves it).

Annnddd...here are a couple of my other videos that other folks have liked/found useful:
- Stop rushing:    • Rushing Swings? How to Teach Your Bra...  
- Using smart golf to set a new personal best:    • Does Smart Golf REALLY Work? (shot-by...  
- How to suck less at par 3s:    • Instant strokes gained: The Essential...  
- 2023 What's IN my bag:    • This setup took me from 6→1hcp in 12 ...  

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 Intro
01:05 Driver
03:07 3W
04:15 Irons
05:33 3 Iron
06:20 Wedges
09:38 Putter 1
10:47 Putter 2
11:56 Putter cover
12:53 Custom headcovers
15:36 Vessel Carry Bag
16:37 Titleist Cart Bag
17:18 Electric cart
17:48 Why to get a cart
18:47 Gloves
19:22 Balls
20:47 Groove cleaner
21:42 Pitch repair tool
22:34 Shoe dryers
23:23 Yardage book holder
23:51 R/Golf bag tag
24:20 Lessons learned

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WHO IS THIS GUY
Hey - I'm Manu, a full-time desk-jobber and part-time golfer living in the San Francisco Bay Area. After 23 YEARS of mindless hacking, I finally got my act together and dropped my handicap from ~12 to scratch.

What I learned is we waste a lot of time at the range, but there are SO MANY THINGS you can do to get big results IMMEDIATELY. And so I make videos to share what I've learned and help you make the journey WAY faster (and with less frustration). Hope this is helpful!

Want to chat about videos or business stuff? Drop me a line: [email protected]