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Comment on What Golf Ball Through Yonder Window Breaks? by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Tue, 08 May 2012 15:51:20 +0000

Maybe Biblical references next?

Comment on What Golf Ball Through Yonder Window Breaks? by Janina Jacobs

Janina Jacobs — Tue, 08 May 2012 13:40:10 +0000

Very clever, Tom…..now we’ll have to go and scope out all the literary giants. Surely many of them played golf too!

Comment on Birdies and Brews: Introduction by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 10:53:03 +0000

Enjoy the rest of the ride, Beer Soaked Erik, and the beer! The old joke is that no one wants to have to read the instructional book, “How to Line Up Your Fourth Putt.” I’ll have a review up soon about a book that might help; we’ll have you down to three-jacking in no time.

Comment on Birdies and Brews: Introduction by Beer Soaked Erik

Beer Soaked Erik — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 03:55:22 +0000

Hello. I’m a double-bogie golfer, and a beer soaked blogger from Southern California. After reading this article I’m looking forward to following along with your Birdies and Brews series. The writing style is casual and fun and this seems like the perfect place to open a good beer and read about golf. One thing that concerns me though… you talk about a four-putt like it’s a bad thing. As long as I’m on in 2, 4 putting is a good finish for me. Cheers!

Comment on Iceland Golf: Have You Driven A Fjord Lately? by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 16:26:48 +0000

Cheers, Julius. Hope to make it back some day.

Comment on Iceland Golf: Have You Driven A Fjord Lately? by Julius Juliusson

Julius Juliusson — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 12:51:02 +0000

Hi.

Thank you for your comment on my site . And thanks for this article here…I live 45 km from Akureyri, where you whas playing golf. And my favorite beer is Viking as you like. Best regrads from Iceland. Julius

Comment on Birdies and Brews Part 5: Kohler, Wisconsin and Bandon Dunes, Oregon by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 12:42:20 +0000

Interesting list, Julius. I pretty much put everything I know about Icelandic beer into this post, Have You Driven a Fjord Lately?

Comment on Birdies and Brews Part 5: Kohler, Wisconsin and Bandon Dunes, Oregon by Julius Juliusson

Julius Juliusson — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 12:23:28 +0000

Hi Hi Few days ago i put a small article/list about all (I hope) beer brands in Iceland today on my site. How many Icelandic beer brands do you think you can buy in iceland Today ?

Love and Peace Julius.

Comment on What Golf Ball Through Yonder Window Breaks? by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:34:21 +0000

At your pleasure, my good lord. Henry VI, Part II, I, iv, 727 [Lord Harry, that is!]

Comment on What Golf Ball Through Yonder Window Breaks? by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:26:30 +0000

I knew better, Joe: …the very dice obey him;
And in our sports my better cunning faints
Under his chance: if we draw lots, he speeds;
His cocks do win the battle still of mine,
When it is all to nought; and his quails ever
Beat mine, inhoop’d, at odds…. Antony and Cleopatra, II, iii, 1031

Comment on What Golf Ball Through Yonder Window Breaks? by Tom Harack

Tom Harack — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 20:50:21 +0000

Bloody ‘ell, mate. Quite enjoyed that.

Comment on What Golf Ball Through Yonder Window Breaks? by Joe Oberle

Joe Oberle — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:35:33 +0000

A wonderful piece, Tom, but a mistake methinks you doth made in not wagering the Ol’ Bard a few ducats. Of course, if you had lost you might be having to pay in a pound of flesh. Then again, knowing Willie’s penchant for drink, he might be persuaded instead to sample some of the great riches you surely have in your refrigerator.

Comment on Going Home by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 01:41:05 +0000

Rick, this is pretty amazing, particularly that you caddied for the folks. But then, when I do dig up that old story, there’s another amazing coincidence to relate. When were you there? Was Roy still the pro, Walter, or…? By all means, tell me more, or email me at bedell@svcable.net.

Maybe we can tee it up sometime and tell some old tales. We have one nine-hole Tillinghast course in Vermont, but I’ve never played it–don’t think it’s up to his usual standards in any case.

Comment on Going Home by Rick

Rick — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 22:10:25 +0000

I happened on your site while, in a burst of nostalgia, I explored sites with references to Hempstead Golf Club. I caddied there for many years and also worked briefly as assistant starter on the weekends. I remember your parents and even caddied for them. Your dad always took a cart, but at least this one time he didn’t. I met Kip years ago at a wine gig in New York. Those trees to the left of the 8th hole weren’t there when I looped there (or else they were tiny). It’s been a long time, but I still remember every part of the course. I now live in Toronto and play at Scarboro Golf Club, the only Tillinghast course in Canada.

Comment on Birdies and Brews Part 3: Vermont by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 04:04:41 +0000

A brew, Ace?

Comment on Birdies and Brews Part 3: Vermont by Ace Schmidt

Ace Schmidt — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 14:52:26 +0000

Nothing beats a birdie and a brew, unless, of course, it’s a hole-in-one while drinking a brew. Ace

Comment on Birdies and Brews Part 1: St. Andrews, Scotland by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 14:52:45 +0000

A dilemma, to be sure! I managed the last time I was there, but it has been all too long now. The Whey Pat certainly had the better selection.

Comment on Birdies and Brews Part 1: St. Andrews, Scotland by Adam Lawrence

Adam Lawrence — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 14:18:28 +0000

The problem with the Dunvegan is that it has a great atmosphere but lousy beer. If only you could get a decent pint there!

Comment on Birdies and Brews Part 4: Orlando, Florida by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 18:10:57 +0000

I will continue to work diligently!

Comment on Birdies and Brews Part 4: Orlando, Florida by Ace Schmidt

Ace Schmidt — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 15:51:18 +0000

Mr. Bedell,

You were made for “World of Beer”. Yes, I always start out with a Tsingtao and move on from there. Love your “Birdies and Brews” series. Keep up the good research. Ace

Comment on Birdies and Brews Part 4: Orlando, Florida by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 15:37:37 +0000

Thanks, Ace. I did go to a World of Beer near PGA National a while back and was pretty blown away. Happy to hear they’ve landed in Orlando. Presume you go there and have the usual?

Comment on Birdies and Brews Part 4: Orlando, Florida by Ace Schmidt

Ace Schmidt — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 15:28:06 +0000

Mr. Bedell,

I highly recommend “The World of Beer”, which has 3 locations in the Orlando area. My favorite is on Sandlake Blvd. three blocks from Bay Hill and a few minutes from Shingle Creek, Grand Cypress and Disney Courses. Cheers. Ace

Comment on Going Home by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 03:38:48 +0000

One of the best. Unless we also consider tanning Jimmy’s and birthday boy Bobby’s hides at Hempstead.

Comment on Going Home by Kip Bedell

Kip Bedell — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 02:09:07 +0000

A memorable round for sure.

Comment on Going Home by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 01:17:18 +0000

This was awhile back, before all the trouble began. I’m swinging again and it doesn’t feel so bad, but the results still have post-op clinging to them.

Comment on Going Home by Tom Harack

Tom Harack — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 20:22:56 +0000

Pretty good-looking swing there.Made me curious about the state of your back.

Comment on TAP Beer(s) of the Week: Guinness Black Lager vs. Guinness Draught by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 18:31:31 +0000

Thanks, Malcolm. I couldn’t agree more, naturally. I haven’t tried the snifter delay tactic yet, but may give it a whirl next time I’m across the pond!

Comment on TAP Beer(s) of the Week: Guinness Black Lager vs. Guinness Draught by Malcolm Johnston

Malcolm Johnston — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 18:10:57 +0000

Tom, great article and thoroughly enjoyed reading it. Whatever they do with their beer there’s really only one way to drink proper Guinness and that’s draught (and even better if its in Ireland!), with perhaps a small snifter of Irish Whiskey while you wait for it to be poured.

Comment on TAP Beer(s) of the Week: Guinness Black Lager vs. Guinness Draught by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 17:53:55 +0000

Thank you, Madison, glad you found it, too, and I am profoundly complimented. Not being boring is certainly one main plank of whatever it is that's under construction here. Enjoyed your Rauchbier review too!

Comment on TAP Beer(s) of the Week: Guinness Black Lager vs. Guinness Draught by Madison Smith (@WinoBeeroFoodo)

Madison Smith (@WinoBeeroFoodo) — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:44:48 +0000

First of all, I love your writing style. Witty, sarcastic, and (meant as a profound compliment) not boring. So many beer reviews are..well..boring. Secondly, I have not had the Black Lager yet, but I am very glad to have seen such a clear review ahead of time. LOVE your wife’s comments! Sometimes it’s a huge help to get out of our Beery terms and just treat it like any other beverage. Glad to have found your site!

Comment on Group Hug for Phil Mickelson by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 02:25:56 +0000

I wonder if Bones rolls his eyes, or just enjoys the thrill ride? Phil can drive his fans nuts, so to speak, but isn’t that part of the fun of watching him? At least he pays attention to his fans, which is more than we can say of TW, Mr. Frosty.

But as Phil said in 2010, after his incredible shot on thirteen, “A great shot is when you pull it off. A smart shot is when you don’t have the guts to try it.” Maybe Phil contents himself with Old Lodge Skins theory from “Little Big Man”: “Sometimes the magic works. Sometimes it doesn’t.”

Comment on Group Hug for Phil Mickelson by Joe O

Joe O — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 19:36:18 +0000

Totally agree, Gregg. At our gathering I uttered similar words: “This is what you are in for as a Lefty fan.” For all the talk of the great relationship between Phil and Bones, Bones sure can’t stop the mental train wreck when it starts rollin’ down the tracks. He should carry a tazer in the bag just for these types of situations. Definite arrggh.

Comment on Group Hug for Phil Mickelson by Gregg Smith

Gregg Smith — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 19:19:52 +0000

Okay, even if I buy into your argument (and I’m not sayin’)….

I’d re-title the subject line something like.. “Why it’s tough to back Phil” or how about “Group Hug? Why not Group Therapy?”

What gets me is that every time I’m just about to start rooting for Phil he does something like this…. I mean … crap… if I’m playing a mean-nothing, jerk-around, beer-drinkin’ game with my buddies I might attempt the same whack and thrash. But in a tournament the only smart move was declaring an unplayable …..

I too had friends over and when Phil got to his ball I said out loud, “Oh God, not again…” one of them asked what… and my response was, another Phil, bone-head, poor decision… I know we can say there goes another solid shot at another major… and just as easily we could also temper it with your stated case….

Point is… how many times (and let’s just talk about majors) can Phil potentially toss these tournaments away with poor decisions…. you know, things like… ‘Well, a tree is 90% air, so…..” etc, etc

arrrggghhhhh

Gregg

Comment on Group Hug for Phil Mickelson by Joe O

Joe O — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 19:05:18 +0000

Great stuff, Tom. I, too, was pulling for Lefty, but the right side of his brain got in the way of his left when he took his drive so far left on No. 4. (Presuming I have the right and left brain stuff right, er correct.)Then his left side shut down (out of protest) for a couple decisions on the next two shots. By then it was too late. He reached out and passed the torch for left-handed daring and creativity to Bubba, who was a happy and worthy recipient. In the end, it was as good as it can get on Masters Sunday.

Comment on Oh Oh Oh! by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 12:16:54 +0000

Bubba puts the music (and golf) critics to rest and wins the 2012 Masters! Hunter’s game seems to be coming along nicely, too. The Golf Boys are stepping it up!

Comment on TAP Beer(s) of the Week: “Good Night Irene” and More Brown Than Black by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 00:44:00 +0000

The former Alchemist Pub & Brewery location on Main Street in Waterbury reopened on March 15. Not as a brewpub, but as the Prohibition Pig, a spot for “Smoked Meat & Libations.” Sounds good, and gauging by the Facebook page, looks like there are plenty of working taps, too.

Comment on Ode to the Red-winged Blackbird by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 22:13:02 +0000

He’s not kidding, folks, so check out Leon’s blog. Would the bard of the white ball care to lay an example on us here?

Comment on Ode to the Red-winged Blackbird by Leon S White

Leon S White — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 21:54:00 +0000

Your readers might be interested to know that golf poetry has a long history. The first known reference to golf in a poem goes back to 1638. The first book devoted entirely to golf is a 358 line mock-heroic poem, “The Goff” first published in 1743. I have been writing a Blog about golf poetry (www.golfpoet.com) for the past three years. I also have a book out on Amazon, “Golf Course of Rhymes – Links between Golf and Poetry Through the Ages” with a Foreword by Robert Trent Jones, Jr., himself an amateur poet.

Comment on The Walking Man by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 05:01:38 +0000

Thanks, Tom. If we subscribe to the What-goes-around-comes-around theory at all, the spirit (at least) of the pitch and putts may be coming back. Something needs to bring people to the game again.

Comment on The Walking Man by Tom Dunne

Tom Dunne — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 23:51:37 +0000

Great story, Tom. Never knew that the International was Cornish’s first full-length course. The thing that I love about this piece is that it shows how his small-bore projects–all those pitch n’ putts and par-3 courses–made such an impact on bringing people to the game. Those were the kinds of places where I played my first golf as a kid, and I was glad to have that reminder, especially since they sometimes seem like a bit of an endangered species these days.

Comment on TAP Beer of the Week: Our Special Ale, Anchor Brewing by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:41:38 +0000

By all means, Chris, good luck with the Svensk Systembolaget!

I have no idea how to obtain old Anchor Christmas Ale labels, unless someone is selling them on eBay. (Isn’t everything sold on eBay eventually?) But we’ll put the word out and see if anyone has a suggestion. Cheers!

Comment on TAP Beer of the Week: Our Special Ale, Anchor Brewing by Chris

Chris — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 05:19:51 +0000

Good Stuff that Anchor Steam!
I was revisited to years long gone this winter when I “found” Anchor Steam over here in Sweden! My first taste of this nectar of Gods was in 1989 when I lived at Lake Tahoe for a year. I fell head-over-heels (pun intended) for this tasty treat then, and I still think it is one of my all time favorites today. I picked up my first Anchor Steam Christmas Ale this year (and some old favorite Liberty Ale) and enjoyed a truly “smack-dacious” delight.
Which brings me to my quandary – Where to get old Anchor Steam Christmas Ale labels?
I soaked the a bottle in water to pop the label off (not even going to attempt a bottle collection since the wife would kill me), so I now have my first Christmas Ale label.
Anybody have any suggestions?
What a fine Brew. I hope that the Svensk Systembolaget (Sweden’s Alcohol outlet/control) continues bringing this beer to us.
Cheers all, Chris

Comment on TAP Beer of the Day: Eclipse Black IPA by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:59:37 +0000

I quite agree!

Comment on TAP Beer of the Day: Eclipse Black IPA by the best beer of the month club

the best beer of the month club — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:56:13 +0000

Sounds like a memorable evening. Bull riding, all the craft beers you could want, and a local charm… that’s the way to do it!

Comment on The Big Question by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 02:44:47 +0000

We can’t have everything.

Comment on The Big Question by Jeff Wallach

Jeff Wallach — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 17:46:16 +0000

Very slimming . . .

Comment on The Yoga Oasis by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 02:47:01 +0000

One out of two ain’t bad! Thanks for the comment, Laura.

Comment on The Yoga Oasis by Laura Hall Briedis

Laura Hall Briedis — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 00:13:42 +0000

Great article. I don’t play golf but I do love yoga with Scott.

Comment on Playing Around With Three Clubs by Tom Bedell

Tom Bedell — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 22:01:03 +0000

Hmm. Could get interesting if someone picked driver, three wood, five wood for a short par-3!

Comment on Playing Around With Three Clubs by Gregg Smith

Gregg Smith — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 22:37:26 +0000

Tom – Came up with a new variation of our 3 club game…. for the first hole each player may “declare” which 3 clubs he will use. Following that hole, the winner selects 3 clubs and everyone must use those 3 clubs on the second hole. The winner of the second hole once again selects 3 clubs and everyone must use those 3 clubs on the third hole, etc. etc.